Simon Cowell faces an unexpected adversary in his idyllic countryside getaway, adding to his long list of unfortunate events surrounding his properties.
The man who sought solace from the hustle and bustle of London life now finds himself embroiled in a battle against pesky moles wreaking havoc on his sprawling $8.68 million estate in the Cotswolds.
In the interest of peace and quiet, Cowell, 64, with his partner Lauren Silverman and their son Eric, 9, sought refuge in the Cotswolds countryside.
But tranquility turned to turmoil when the serene landscape was taken over by molehills, transforming the once pristine 8-acre property into what can only be described as “Swiss cheese,” The Mirror reported.
Simon is also said to have observed the moles moving closer to the house and, as he puts it, “becoming braver”.
Reports indicate that the moles, apparently undeterred by human presence, ventured dangerously close to Cowell’s mansion, their voracious appetite for tunneling causing extensive damage to the gardens.
Their incessant invasion spoiled the scenic view from Cowell’s pool and patio, leaving the entertainment mogul far from amused.
“It was good when they moved in, now the gardens are riddled with molehills,” a source revealed to The Sun, noting that hundreds of molehills had taken hold. “It’s like they’re taking over.”
Cowell’s retreat to the countryside follows a series of security concerns at his former London home, where he reportedly felt “unsafe” due to repeated intrusions.
Despite investing $633,000 in security measures, including guard dogs, Cowell fell victim to burglaries, prompting him to decide to move to the Cotswolds.
Last year, he ended up selling his London building for $19 million, $38 million less than he had initially asked, due to security concerns.
The ‘X Factor’ star’s concerns about safety are not unfounded.
In 2015, thieves broke into his London home while the family slept, making off with items worth up to $1 million.
The incident left Cowell shaken, with the reality show judge expressing frustration at the lack of response from his previously silent watchdogs. Determined to increase security, Cowell has since acquired two German Shepherds trained specifically for the task.
However, Cowell’s security concerns extend beyond London.
In 2012, a brazen intruder armed with a brick entered her property while the TV personality was at home.
Despite the setbacks, Cowell remains undeterred, with a lavish real estate portfolio stretching from Malibu to Los Angeles.
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