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Late Queen Elizabeth’s Heartfelt Gift to Princess Charlotte and the Royal Family
Late Queen Elizabeth had a special message for her great-grandchildren, including Princess Charlotte, regarding a unique present she received as a child.
Back in the day, the people of Wales gifted the young monarch a life-sized Wendy house for her sixth birthday, a gift that stood out among the rest.
While royal protocol typically bars royals from accepting gifts from the public due to security concerns, an exception was made for this playhouse, given directly to the Queen herself.
The Wendy house, known as Her Majesty's Playhouse, has become a cherished part of the royal family's history.
Situated at the Royal Lodge in Windsor, where Queen Elizabeth and Princess Margaret once resided, the playhouse boasts modern amenities such as running water, electricity, a bathroom, kitchen, living room, and bedroom.
Despite not being an official royal residence like Buckingham Palace, it exudes a cozy and homely atmosphere.
Designed by Edmund Wilmot, the playhouse has seen generations of royals, including Princess Beatrice, enjoy its enchanting charm.
Princess Beatrice, who grew up at the Royal Lodge, shared insights into the Queen's vision for the playhouse's renovation in a 2012 documentary.
She described the cottage as the most glamorous Wendy House and highlighted the Queen's preference for delicate floral patterns in the interior design.
Before her passing, Queen Elizabeth witnessed the Cambridge family's decision to move to Windsor from their previous residences in Kensington Palace and Norfolk.
This relocation brings Princess Charlotte and her siblings closer to the playhouse, offering them more opportunities to relish the magical space.
With the Royal Lodge nearby, the young royals can create lasting memories in the same playhouse enjoyed by generations before them.
As the royal children settle into their new home in Windsor, Princess Charlotte is sure to continue exploring and playing in the Wendy house, following in the footsteps of her predecessors.
The proximity to this cherished gift ensures that the late Queen Elizabeth's legacy lives on through the joy and laughter shared within its walls.