The Duchess of York is said to be making arrangements to establish a permanent residence in Portugal, following a series of personal and public setbacks. Sources indicate she views the move as a necessary step toward a quieter life away from recent controversies.
The planned relocation follows the couple’s departure from their long-term home at Royal Lodge in Windsor. While the Duke is expected to move to a smaller residence on a royal estate, the Duchess is reportedly turning to family for her next chapter. She is said to be preparing to stay in a guest house at a property owned by her daughter and son-in-law, located within an exclusive coastal resort community south of Lisbon.
This transition coincides with significant professional difficulties. A recently authored children’s book has been withdrawn from publication entirely, with existing copies reportedly destroyed. The book’s association with her former royal title is understood to have rendered it commercially unviable in the current climate.
Those close to her suggest these compounded events have been profoundly destabilizing. “She sees this as a chance for a true fresh start,” a confidant shared. “Staying in the UK would mean remaining at the center of a storm. Portugal offers peace and a chance to live discreetly among a community that values privacy.”
The chosen area is known as a secluded haven for high-profile individuals from various industries, described by locals as an ideal place for someone seeking a low-profile life. The move is also framed within royal circles as an inevitable and clear direction forward, mitigating ongoing reputational challenges.
For now, preparations are underway at the Portuguese villa for her arrival, though the duration of her stay remains undefined. Her family is said to be focused on ensuring she has a stable and secure refuge whenever she decides to make the transition.
