Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has reportedly made a surprising demand of his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, as they prepare to vacate Royal Lodge in Windsor. Following his recent decision to leave the 30-room residence he has occupied for over two decades, Andrew is navigating a challenging transition after being stripped of his royal title by King Charles due to his ties with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
The former Duke of York’s relocation is expected to take place in the new year, with ongoing tensions surfacing between him and Ferguson during this period. According to a source cited by Woman’s Day magazine, Andrew has requested that Sarah maintain distance from him, a situation that is causing her considerable distress. The source indicated that Sarah is feeling increasingly isolated, stating, “She’s been isolating herself within the Lodge, begging staffers to stay longer because she’s so lonely.”
Strained Dynamics at Royal Lodge
Reports suggest that the atmosphere within Royal Lodge has grown tense, with the couple leading largely separate lives despite their continued cohabitation. Sources reveal that they rarely engage in activities together, only sharing meals occasionally as they discuss their respective futures. An insider told The Sun, “Andrew and Sarah are leading separate lives – at different ends and on different wings. But they come together quite often for lunch and dinner, and this is where they talk about their futures.”
The emotional toll of their situation appears to weigh heavily on Sarah. The source elaborated that she is “panicking about what comes next” and is concerned for herself as well as their daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie. This anxiety is compounded by the impending changes in their living arrangements.
Upcoming Relocations and Future Plans
Andrew is set to move to a private property on the King’s Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, marking a significant shift in his lifestyle as he faces a form of internal exile. In contrast, Sarah is reportedly planning to relocate overseas to Portugal, with a move anticipated in January 2024. Reports indicate that she will take residence in Princess Eugenie’s £3.6 million mansion located at the CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club.
As the couple prepares for these significant transitions, the future remains uncertain for both Andrew and Sarah. Their decades-long connection, which has persisted despite their divorce in 1996, is now under strain as they navigate the fallout from Andrew’s recent controversies and the pressures of their evolving circumstances.
