Sarah Ferguson is urgently seeking new accommodations with friends after her secret retreat in the Austrian Alps was revealed, fueled by concerns over a potential US subpoena related to the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.

Privacy Compromised in Austria

The 66-year-old former royal has reportedly been actively contacting her network since the weekend, searching for a discreet location to replace the £2,000-a-night apartment at the Mayrlife wellness spa near Salzburg, Austria. Photos taken near the spa compromised her privacy, prompting her departure from the lakeside retreat.

Secluded Stay at Mayrlife

During her month-long stay, Ferguson largely remained secluded in her two-bedroom chalet, rarely venturing out and relying on room service for meals. Her favorite dishes included bresaola ham and mozzarella, and chicken breast. She avoided the resort’s amenities, including walking trails, the lake, and tennis courts, limiting her contact with the outside world to essential interactions like a hair appointment on March 24.

Family Concerns and Financial Strain

Sources indicate that Ferguson is in frequent communication with her daughters, Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, who are increasingly worried about her well-being. The financial aspect of her extended stay at Mayrlife remains unclear.

Spa Relationship and Potential Costs

The spa’s co-owners, Natascha Sommerer and Dr. Dieter Resch, have known Ferguson since her 2023 visit for cancer recovery, and Sommerer reportedly developed a close bond with her. Ferguson recorded a promotional video praising the spa as a ‘safe place’ and ‘sanctuary,’ but it’s unlikely this alone would have covered the cost of a prolonged stay.

Seeking Financial Support

Speculation surrounds potential financial support, with some suggesting wealthy benefactors are assisting her, while others point to a possible lucrative book deal detailing her association with Epstein. Royal expert Tom Sykes suggested a ‘tell-all’ memoir could provide a substantial income.

Bracing for Legal Action

Beyond the immediate need for shelter, Ferguson is bracing for the possibility of receiving legal papers connected to the ongoing fallout from the Epstein scandal. While she hasn’t been accused of any wrongdoing, those close to her acknowledge she is anxiously awaiting potential legal action.

Past Scrutiny and Eviction

Her reputation, similar to that of her former husband Prince Andrew, suffered significant damage from the revelations in the Epstein Files, which exposed her requests for financial assistance from the convicted sex offender. Ferguson was previously evicted from her home, the 30-bedroom Royal Lodge, following the controversy surrounding her and Prince Andrew’s association with Epstein.

She was last seen publicly at her granddaughter’s christening in December, and last pictured leaving Royal Lodge in September. The situation underscores the continuing repercussions of the Epstein scandal and the challenges Ferguson faces in navigating her future while under scrutiny and potential legal threat.