Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is being temporarily accommodated at Wood Farm on the Sandringham estate as preparations are completed at nearby Marsh Farm. The move follows his decision to give up the lease on Royal Lodge in Windsor, amid continuing controversy linked to his past association with Jeffrey Epstein. The relocation has been overseen by the household of his brother, King Charles III.
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Although the change represents a significant reduction in scale from Royal Lodge, Marsh Farm is undergoing refurbishment ahead of Andrew’s arrival. The property is being redecorated to a high standard, offering more comfortable surroundings than those reported at his former residence, which had fallen into disrepair. The farmhouse sits within the wider Sandringham estate and provides access to extensive countryside.
Marsh Farm is located within the 20,000-acre Sandringham Estate, an area that includes parkland, woodland and equestrian facilities. The property also has its own stables, allowing Andrew to continue horse riding, a long-standing personal interest. Security measures have been increased, including new perimeter fencing and the extension of a no-fly zone to deter aerial surveillance.
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Despite these arrangements, the move has some drawbacks. Marsh Farm is considered a downgrade from Royal Lodge and has reportedly been identified as lying in a flood-risk area, with pest control activity also noted at the site. While additional amenities such as satellite television have been installed, it remains unclear whether associated costs will be met privately or supported by the King.
