William & Kate’s Romantic Cottage Reveal Shocks Fans

Prince William and Princess Kate are ditching the palace for something a little more personal — a cozy, self-catered cottage on the breathtaking Isle of Mull! As they gear up to celebrate 14 years of marriage on April 29, the Prince and Princess of Wales are heading off-grid, embracing the raw beauty of the Inner Hebrides in a trip that’s equal parts romantic escape and royal mission.

But this isn’t just any retreat. Known locally as the Lord and Lady of the Isles, a title inherited from the King himself, the royal couple are set to shine a spotlight on rural life and nature in one of Scotland’s most magical corners.

And the location? It’s close to their hearts. Scotland is where their love story began — back in 2001 at the University of St Andrews — and it’s a place William has called “deeply special” to his family. From royal duties to heartfelt nostalgia, this anniversary trip is more than just a getaway — it’s a full-circle moment 14 years in the making.

He said in 2021: “Scotland is the source of some of my happiest memories. But also, my saddest. I was in Balmoral when I was told that my mother had died. Still in shock, I found sanctuary in the service at Crathie Kirk that very morning. And in the dark days of grief that followed, I found comfort and solace in the Scottish outdoors. As a result, the connection I feel to Scotland will forever run deep.

“Alongside this painful memory is one of great joy because it was here in Scotland 20 years ago this year that I first met Catherine.”

The two-day visit will begin in the picturesque town of Tobermory, the setting for the BBC children’s TV series Balamory.

William and Kate will celebrate their wedding anniversary on 29 April. They will meet members of the community, makers and creators as they visit a hub and tour an artisanal market.

They will also visit a croft and restaurant where they will help to pick produce for the menu and see the Hebridean sheep being farmed there.

On the second day, they will meet rangers from the Mull and Iona Ranger Service at the Ardura Community Forest and join an early years group taking part in nature trails, den-building and animal tracking.

During their stay, William and Kate’s Royal Foundation will announce two partnerships, one to support community spaces in Mull and another to fund the work of the rangers working to protect its stunning natural treasures.