Nobleman William and Princess Catherine take pains to sidestep the blunder committed by their kin, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex

Prince William and Kate Middleton are set to move to a new home, Forest Lodge, near Windsor Great Park. The couple is reportedly funding the renovations of their new residence themselves, avoiding the controversy that surrounded the taxpayer-funded restoration of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's Frogmore Cottage.

Forest Lodge, a beautiful property with eight bedrooms and stunning gardens, including a tennis court, is currently undergoing renovation based on changes requested by the royal couple. The estimated market value of the property before renovations was approximately £16million.

The decision to fund the renovations personally is a response to the criticism faced by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle over their use of taxpayer money for the restoration of Frogmore Cottage. In a notable contrast, the Sussexes have reportedly paid back the money for the restoration of their home after leaving the UK.

Jennie Bond, a former royal correspondent, suggests that the new home will provide a fresh start for the Waleses, following Princess Kate's health challenges. The renovated Forest Lodge is intended to offer a more private and normal lifestyle for the children of Prince William and Kate Middleton, George, Charlotte, and Louis, compared to their previous residence at Buckingham Palace.

Renovation work on Forest Lodge has reportedly begun, and the royal family looks forward to settling into their new home. The move to Forest Lodge marks a new chapter for Prince William, Kate Middleton, and their family, as they continue to serve the British monarchy.

Nobleman William and Princess Catherine take pains to sidestep the blunder committed by their kin, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex