Rory McIlroy reveals his wife’s view on leaving sunny Miami to move into UK mansion

Masters champion Rory McIlroy has revealed that his wife, Erica Stoll, has shown reluctance about making a permanent move to the United Kingdom.

The couple, along with their young daughter Poppy, currently live in Jupiter, Florida, where they purchased a luxurious £13.6 million mansion in 2018. Despite enjoying their life in the Sunshine State, changes are on the horizon for the McIlroy family.

They recently acquired a newly built property in Wentworth, England, and Rory has confirmed that the family intends to relocate there after the conclusion of the U.S. Open at Oakmont this June.

The move will position him closer to key golfing events in Europe, particularly the Open Championship at Royal Portrush the following month. McIlroy’s decision to shift his base is a strategic one, aimed at reducing travel and maximizing his preparation for the major tournaments that lie ahead.

Following his victory at Augusta, McIlroy took a break from the golf circuit to return to the UK. During this time, he spent several days in his hometown of Belfast and visited his new residence as the finishing touches were being made.

It marked a meaningful return to his roots and a preview of the new chapter he’s preparing to begin with his family.

Although the transition appears to make sense for McIlroy professionally, his wife has expressed some reservations about living in the UK full-time. Speaking candidly in the Netflix golf docuseries Full Swing, McIlroy acknowledged Erica’s hesitation, explaining that while she isn’t entirely on board with the immediate move, she does want to spend more time in England. “If it were up to her, she wouldn’t move to England straightaway,” he said. “But she definitely wants to spend more time there.”

Erica, a New York native, met Rory during the 2012 Ryder Cup at Medinah, where she worked behind the scenes. The couple married in April 2017, and despite experiencing some challenges in their relationship, including a brief consideration of divorce last year, they have since reconciled and remain committed to building a life together.

Their shared decisions reflect the complexities of balancing personal preferences with professional obligations, especially in the high-profile world they inhabit.

In the same docuseries, fellow golfer Martin Kaymer shared a light-hearted moment that highlights Erica’s disconnect with Florida life. He recalled a conversation at a Starbucks where Erica told him she didn’t care much for sunshine.

“I said, ‘Your state’s called the Sunshine State, right?’” Kaymer quipped, underscoring the irony of her living in one of the sunniest places in the United States while preferring a different climate.

Despite the upcoming move, the McIlroys plan to retain their Florida estate in Jupiter, a prestigious golfing enclave that is also home to legends like Tiger Woods and Brooks Koepka.

Rory, who has lived in the U.S. since 2011, also maintains a property in Northern Ireland, ensuring that the family will continue to enjoy flexibility between both sides of the Atlantic.

With professional ambitions guiding the move and family considerations shaping how it unfolds, McIlroy’s relocation to England symbolizes more than just a change in scenery.

It marks a significant evolution in his personal and career trajectory—one that blends championship aspirations with the quieter, more grounded moments of family life.