Prince Harry and Meghan Markle continue to reside in their Montecito mansion, known as The Chateau of Riven Rock, with no confirmed reports of the property being listed for sale as of February 9, 2026.
The couple purchased the 14,500-square-foot estate in 2020 for $14.65 million, and current estimates from sources like Zillow place its value at approximately $29 million, reflecting significant appreciation in the exclusive California enclave. The property features nine bedrooms, 16 bathrooms, an outdoor pool, a wine cellar, an over-water spa room, expansive gardens, a children’s play area, and high-level security measures—elements that have made it a private “safe haven” for the family, including their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Recent social media posts from Meghan, shared in early February 2026, offered rare glimpses inside the home. In one Instagram Story clip from February 5, she delivered a package of As Ever x Compartés chocolates to Harry in their shared home office, where he appeared relaxed and barefoot at his desk, with the family’s rescue beagle nearby. These casual family moments underscore the couple’s ongoing use of the residence as their primary base in California.
Rumors circulating online about a potential sale—often tied to claims of financial strain, debt, or an abrupt “exit” from Montecito—appear to stem from confusion with other properties in the area. For instance, a separate Spanish-style mansion at 888 Liliac Drive, featured in scenes from the couple’s Netflix docuseries Harry & Meghan (but never their personal home), has been on and off the market for years and recently went under contingent offer or contract after price reductions from an original listing above $30 million.
Nearby sales, such as a neighbor’s estate sold for $27 million in January 2026, have also fueled speculation, but property records and mainstream coverage show no evidence of The Chateau of Riven Rock being on the market, whether publicly or as an off-market “pocket” listing.
Financial speculation about the Sussexes has persisted, with reports highlighting high ongoing costs for security, maintenance, and lifestyle in Montecito (estimated in the millions annually), alongside their post-royal income from deals like Netflix and Meghan’s As Ever brand. However, no verified sources confirm imminent crises such as foreclosure, leveraged debt tied to the property, or forced liquidation. The couple remains focused on family life and independent projects in California, with strained but unchanged relations with the royal family.
This stability contrasts with sensational claims of midnight moves, palace ultimatums, or Hollywood abandonment, which lack substantiation in reliable reporting. Montecito continues to serve as the family’s settled home, blending privacy with the occasional public glimpse into their post-royal chapter.
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