King Charles could be forced into a U-turn over Prince Andrew's new home at Marsh Farm on the Sandringham estate, as reports emerge of significant security and infrastructure issues. The property, a five-bedroom former farmhouse, sits on marshy terrain below sea level and requires a "huge security overhaul" to meet safety standards for the disgraced former prince.
Andrew, who is preparing to vacate the 30-room Royal Lodge in Berkshire following his fall from grace over his connections with Jeffrey Epstein, is understood to be unhappy with the arrangement. According to The Times' Kate Mansey, the scale of necessary work may mean Charles is "forced to relent" and find another property for his brother at Sandringham.
Builders have been working to install secure gates and alarm systems, and a Sky engineer was reportedly seen at the property. However, pest control officers were also spotted amid reports of a mole problem within the grounds. Andrew is said to be "appalled" at having only five bedrooms, considering it "poky," and has reportedly described the property as "ramshackle."
Despite the challenges, an insider revealed that Andrew is "resigned to the fact that this is his future" after visiting the property. He has reportedly concluded that he must "get on with the rest of his life" and make the best of the situation. Charles has offered the ad hoc use of staff from Sandringham House, as Marsh Farm will not accommodate live-in staff.
