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 removal of royal titles by King Charles due to his ongoing association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Andrew has agreed to leave the residence he has occupied for over two decades. The move is expected to take place in January 2024, marking a significant transition for both parties.
Tensions between Andrew and Sarah have escalated during their remaining time together at Royal Lodge. Sources indicate that Andrew has insisted on maintaining distance from Sarah, which has left her feeling increasingly isolated. An insider informed Woman’s Day magazine that Sarah is “so angry with Andrew that he’s demanded she be kept away from him, which is upsetting her even more.” The former duchess has reportedly been struggling with loneliness, spending much of her time secluded within the lodge and asking staff to prolong their visits due to her emotional state.
The dynamics of their relationship have shifted markedly since their divorce in 1996. Reports suggest that although they continue to share the same residence, they lead largely separate lives. Conversations between them primarily revolve around their future plans, often during shared meals. A source speaking to The Sun noted, “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.”
Both Andrew and Sarah appear to be grappling with uncertainty about what lies ahead. Sarah, in particular, is concerned for herself and their daughters, Beatrice and Eugenie. She reportedly fears the implications of Andrew’s diminishing royal status and its potential impact on their family.
As Andrew prepares for his relocation to a private property on the King’s Sandringham Estate in Norfolk, Sarah is planning her own move overseas. Reports suggest she will transition to Princess Eugenie’s £3.6 million mansion at the CostaTerra Golf and Ocean Club in Portugal, with the move anticipated to occur in January 2024. Eugenie and her husband, Jack Brooksbank, are said to have arranged a “grand suite” in their villa to welcome Sarah.
The forthcoming changes signal a new chapter for both Andrew and Sarah, who have navigated a complex relationship marked by longstanding ties and recent controversies. As they prepare to part ways physically, the emotional ramifications of their separation seem poised to linger.
