Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s ownership of Frogmore Cottage is causing tension within the royal family, according to recent reports.

The Queen gifted the property to the couple as a wedding present, but sources claim that Prince Charles, Prince William, and the monarch herself are unhappy with the way the Sussexes have renovated the historic building.

Despite no longer residing in the UK, Harry and Markle recently renewed the lease on Frogmore Cottage, meaning they still technically own the property.

However, the Queen is said to be displeased with the changes made to the building, which she reportedly viewed as “ghastly.”

According to insiders, there is a lot of gold and pop art throughout the house, and the Queen can't understand how Princess Eugenie, who currently lives there, can bear it.

The Queen allegedly hoped that Harry and Markle would return the property to her, but they have not done so.

Prince Charles and Prince William are also said to be unhappy with the situation, viewing the couple as undeserving of such prime real estate.

They are reportedly concerned that the Sussexes are using the property as a “cash cow” by subleasing it.

The tension over Frogmore Cottage could have implications for Prince Harry's role within the royal family.

The House of Commons library recently published guidance on what happens if a monarch is unable to perform their duties.

Under the Regency Acts of 1937 and 1953, four councillors of state can step in if the monarch is unable to carry out their duties.

However, the guidance states that councillors must be domiciled in the UK, which could be a barrier for Harry, who now lives in California.

The Queen has the power to exclude Harry from the list of councillors of state if she believes he will not be present in the UK to undertake the appointments.

This could have significant consequences for the prince's role within the royal family.

Despite the tension over Frogmore Cottage, Harry and Markle are said to be determined to maintain their ties to the UK.

They have renewed their lease on the property, with Harry insisting that the country is still his home.

However, it is currently being used by Princess Eugenie, her husband Jack Brooksbank, and their baby August.

The situation highlights the complexities of royal property ownership and the tensions that can arise within the family over such matters.

While the Queen may be unhappy with how Frogmore Cottage has been renovated, she is unlikely to take back the property due to the fact that the Sussexes funded the renovations themselves.

The tension over Frogmore Cottage also reflects wider concerns within the royal family about the Sussexes' move to California and their increasing distance from the UK.

Prince Charles and Prince William are reportedly keen to tighten the purse strings once they take control, and may view the couple's use of royal property as an example of excessive spending.

Overall, the situation surrounding Frogmore Cottage highlights the ongoing challenges facing the royal family as it adapts to changing circumstances and shifting power dynamics.

While the Queen may be powerless to reclaim the property from the Sussexes, the tensions over its ownership could have significant implications for the future of the monarchy.