The idea of “sleep divorce” where couples sleep in separate beds or rooms to get better rest is becoming more popular, and it turns out even King Charles and Queen Camilla might be following this trend. According to British photographer and broadcaster Helena Chard, this unique arrangement could be one of the secrets behind their strong and lasting marriage.
In an interview, Helena said that King Charles and Queen Camilla have been close since they were young. They’re not just husband and wife, but also great friends. There’s no competition or tension between them, and Camilla is known to fully support Charles in everything he does, even if she sometimes wishes he would take on a bit less work.
One surprising detail she shared is that the royal couple has their own separate bedrooms along with a shared bedroom. This setup, which not many couples can afford, allows them both to get proper rest without disturbing each other. They’ve figured out what sleeping arrangement works best for them.
Some royal experts also said that King Charles and Queen Camilla don’t just sleep in different rooms at times they also live apart sometimes. They are both very independent people who value personal space. Camilla likes to spend time with her own friends and family, while Charles enjoys quiet time for work and creativity. They don’t feel the need to be together all the time, which may actually help keep their bond strong.
According to royal biographer Ingrid Seward, Camilla keeps her own country home, Ray Mill House in Wiltshire, where she often goes on weekends and in the summer. She made this agreement with Charles before they got married. It’s her personal space to relax, see her children and grandchildren, and escape from royal life. She usually doesn’t go with Charles to his estate at Highgrove unless they’re hosting guests together. But they do spend time together at Clarence House in London on weekends.
Recently, it was also reported that King Charles quietly purchased a property near Camilla’s countryside home to stop it from being turned into a loud commercial venue. He wanted to make sure she could continue enjoying peace and privacy there. This thoughtful move shows how much he cares about her comfort and happiness, even when they are apart.
The royal couple recently celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary on April 9, 2025. Their arrangement may seem unusual to some, but it clearly works for them. They’ve built a relationship based on mutual respect, space, and deep friendship not just tradition.
Interestingly, this way of living isn’t just limited to royals. A global sleep survey in 2025 by ResMed showed that about half of couples in the UK and US choose to sleep separately. Many believe it helps improve both their sleep and their relationships. For King Charles and Queen Camilla, this seems to be true space and independence might just be the key to their lasting love.
