PALACE UPDATE! King Charles Issues “Final Exile” Order: Andrew Moves to Cottage!
In a dramatic escalation of the royal family’s ongoing efforts to distance itself from past controversies, King Charles III has reportedly issued what insiders are calling a “final exile” order to his younger brother, Prince Andrew (now formally styled as Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor following the stripping of his royal titles in late 2025). The move marks the culmination of years of pressure and signals a decisive shift in Andrew’s status within the monarchy.
After more than two decades residing rent-free in the grand 30-room Royal Lodge mansion in Windsor Great Park—shared with his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson—Andrew has been directed to vacate the property. Reports indicate the deadline for departure fell around late January 2026, with removal activity and preparations confirming the transition is underway or imminent.
The King’s decision, described by palace sources as firm and non-negotiable, stems from Andrew’s loss of official titles and public roles amid longstanding associations with the Jeffrey Epstein scandal. In October 2025, Buckingham Palace announced the formal removal of his “Prince” designation and other honors, paving the way for this residential change. King Charles, who has personally funded aspects of the relocation privately, is said to view the move as necessary for modernizing the monarchy and reducing public criticism over royal residences and costs.
Andrew’s new home? A far more modest property known as Marsh Farm, situated on the expansive Sandringham Estate in Norfolk—owned by the King himself. Described in various reports as a “poky” or cottage-like residence compared to Royal Lodge’s sprawling luxury, Marsh Farm has undergone renovations in recent months to make it habitable. Andrew was spotted making a discreet visit to the property earlier this year, reportedly to inspect renovations, measure for furnishings, and prepare for the shift.
While some tabloids have dubbed it his “house of exile,” others note the move includes an interim arrangement—possibly a temporary residence elsewhere on the estate—while final touches are completed at Marsh Farm. Removal vans have been seen at the site, and sources suggest Andrew is “resigned to his future,” though the downgrade in living conditions (including rumors of pest issues and limited staff) has reportedly not been well-received.
The relocation has drawn mixed reactions. Supporters of the King’s streamlining efforts praise it as a pragmatic step, while critics argue it represents further humiliation for Andrew, who has maintained his innocence in related matters and stepped back from public life. Sarah Ferguson, who has lived at Royal Lodge since 2008, faces the same eviction, with the couple described by friends as in a “fragile state” amid the upheaval.
This development underscores King Charles’ determination to reshape the royal family in his image—smaller, more accountable, and less burdened by past associations. As Andrew prepares to settle into his new, quieter life on the Sandringham grounds, the chapter of Royal Lodge appears firmly closed, marking what many royal watchers see as the definitive end of his era at the heart of Windsor life.
Stay tuned for further palace updates as this story continues to unfold.
