In a royal decree, King Charles has upheld a long-standing ban on cats in properties he rents out on the Sandringham Estate.
Cat ban
Described as an "ideal family home" with a spacious garden, garage, and outhouses, the charming three-bedroom house on Doddshill Road in Dersingham can be rented for £1,200 per month.
But prospective tenants should take note – no feline companions are allowed.
While the estate considers dogs on a case-by-case basis, the same courtesy does not extend to our feline friends.
Protecting wildlife
The ban is rumoured to originate with the late Queen Elizabeth II. It aims to protect game bird chicks on the sprawling 20,000-acre estate. The monarch's shooters target wild-bred pheasants instead of releasing birds for sport. The late Queen feared cats might threaten the fragile bird population.
The late Queen was also well known to favour canines, particularly Welsh corgis and Sandringham-bred gun dogs.
Despite the property's enticing features, including a contemporary kitchen and a tranquil location backing onto a field, the absence of cats is non-negotiable. As winter evenings approach, the open fire beckons, but unfortunately for cat lovers, it's strictly a dog-friendly hearth.
