Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, offered the world another glimpse into their serene Montecito home’s garden in their 2024 Christmas card photos. The card featured a heartwarming image of the couple welcoming their two children—Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet—along with their family dogs, creating a moment that delighted fans and highlighted the family’s ever-growing children and the couple’s peaceful surroundings.
The image, one of several on their festive card, appears to have been taken on the sprawling grounds of their private estate in Santa Barbara, California. In the snapshot, the family stands on a wide paved pathway with lush lawns and carefully maintained flowerbeds, including lavender, visible behind them. Tall trees offer both shade and privacy, enhancing the tranquillity of the outdoor space.
This isn’t the first time the Sussexes have shared scenes from their idyllic garden. Their Netflix docuseries, Harry & Meghan, offered insights into how the family spends time outdoors. Prince Archie plays football, cares for chickens, and picks oranges from their trees.
In a promotional video for the Responsible Tech Youth Power Fund in 2023, fans got another peek at the terrace area of the couple’s home, where two large palm trees grow. Meghan revealed that these two intertwined palms carry a special meaning: Harry saw them and said, “My love, it’s us.” Archie greets the trees daily, adding another heartfelt dimension to the property’s allure.
Meghan has previously spoken about the emotional resonance of their home. In an interview with The Cut, she described their property as a place that evokes “Joy. And exhale. And calm,” calling it “healing” and a space where one can feel truly free.
The couple previously showcased their outdoor haven on the cover of TIME magazine in 2021, further highlighting their admiration for their lush, private sanctuary.
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The 7.38-acre property provides ample space for the Duke and Duchess to relax and play with their children. The grounds reportedly include a family swimming pool and an adventure playground, ensuring Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet have ample room to grow, learn, and enjoy nature.
