While it's known that King Charles made alterations to the residence before moving in, Queen Camilla also left her mark on the property. According to Prince Harry, he expressed concern over significant changes made to his former living space by his stepmother. In his memoir, he recounted the moment Meghan Markle visited Clarence House for the first time, noting his nostalgia for his time there from ages 19 to 28. Despite his initial disinterest, he admitted to being intrigued by the changes, particularly to Queen Camilla's dressing room.
Clarence House also held sentimental value for Harry due to its proximity to Prince William's family. Harry hoped to spend more time with his brother's family but eventually moved to Nottingham Cottage in 2013 and later Frogmore Cottage in Windsor in 2019 with Meghan and their son, Prince Sai. The decision to relocate was influenced by the cramped space at Nottingham Cottage and the allure of Frogmore Cottage's larger size, despite it being less luxurious initially.
After their transition away from senior royal duties and relocation to America, Harry and Meghan have occasionally visited their UK properties. However, in 2023, King Charles reportedly requested the keys to Clarence House following the publication of Harry's memoir, leaving uncertainty about Harry's accommodations during future visits. Following his recent return to the UK to be with his father after the cancer diagnosis, it remains unclear where Harry will stay, with speculation pointing towards a hotel.
