King Charles faces ‘Constant Battle’ living with Queen Camilla, Says Camilla’s Sister

King Charles and Queen Camilla’s home life has been described as a “constant battle” by Camilla’s sister, Annabel Elliot. The 75-year-old King and 77-year-old Queen, who divide their time between Clarence House in London, Highgrove House in Gloucestershire, and Birkhall in Scotland, are said to be “polar opposites” in many aspects of their daily life.

In Robert Hardman’s biography, “King Charles: New King. New Court. The Inside Story,” Annabel Elliot provides an amusing and intimate look at the couple’s domestic life. Elliot revealed that their differing preferences, including their contrasting views on the ideal temperature for their home, often lead to playful but frequent “banter.”

According to Elliot, the King prefers his home to have a refreshing cold breeze, while Queen Camilla favors warm and cozy living spaces. This clash of preferences leads to ongoing debates over whether to keep the windows open, creating a continuous source of tension in their household.

As Elliot puts it, “There’s a constant battle about it,” highlighting the amusing domestic differences between the royal couple. This ongoing debate is just one of many ways the couple’s contrasting personalities play out in their daily lives.

Elliot also mentioned that despite these differences, there is a deep bond and mutual respect between Charles and Camilla. Their playful banter over household preferences is a testament to their strong relationship, showing that even royalty navigates the same small domestic disputes as many other couples.

These insights offer a rare glimpse into the private life of the royal couple, showing that their day-to-day life includes the same sort of humorous and relatable challenges faced by many. This depiction of King Charles and Queen Camilla’s home life adds a personal and humanizing element to their public personas, revealing the endearing quirks that make their relationship unique.