Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received undisclosed rental income by subletting three cottages [1] at the Royal Lodge estate in Windsor.

The findings emerge from a public-spending watchdog review of royal property arrangements. This disclosure highlights potential conflicts regarding the use of royal residences and the transparency of financial gains made by members of the family who no longer hold official roles.

The review revealed that Mountbatten-Windsor, who lived at Royal Lodge until he left earlier this year, earned money from the three [1] sublet properties. These rental payments were not previously disclosed to the public.

While the former prince generated private income from the estate, other family members continued to receive financial support. The watchdog report said that the King pays the rent for palace accommodation for Mountbatten-Windsor's two [1] daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie.

The Royal Lodge is a significant estate in Windsor. The revelation that it was used for undisclosed commercial purposes comes as the monarchy faces ongoing scrutiny over its funding and the management of its vast property portfolio.

Watchdog officials conducted the review to ensure that public and royal assets are managed according to established guidelines. The report focuses on how residences are allocated and whether any private profit is derived from these holdings, a practice that typically contradicts the expected standards for royal property use.

“Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor received undisclosed rental income by sub-letting three cottages”

This discovery suggests a disparity in how royal assets are utilized, where one family member profited privately from a royal estate while others received direct financial subsidies from the monarch. It may lead to stricter oversight of the Royal Lodge and other crown properties to prevent undisclosed commercial activities by non-working royals.