Jeffrey Epstein’s Manhattan residence has recently undergone a significant refurbishment aimed at eliminating any reminders of the convicted sex offender’s crimes. Situated near Central Park in New York, the townhouse has maintained its exterior, except for the removal of a brass ‘JE’. However, the interior has been extensively renovated to disassociate the property from its notorious former occupant.
City records reveal that a $925,000 (£692,885) renovation was finalized last year by the new owner, former Goldman Sachs executive Michael Daffey. Despite the property’s initial price reduction of $88 million (£65,539,584), Daffey acquired the house for $51 million (£37,952,466) in 2021, following Epstein’s death in a Manhattan jail while awaiting trial for sexual offenses.
According to records from the New York Post, renovations encompassed five floors, including the demolition of walls to create a more open layout where Epstein interacted with individuals. Notably, a room referred to as “The Dungeon” by late accuser Virginia Giuffre in her posthumously published book “Nobody’s Girl” had a wall removed, seemingly connecting it to a massage area.
Giuffre described the room as a dark, black marble space filled with ostentatious decorations designed to intimidate. She detailed elements like black-lacquered cabinetry, blood-red carpets, a taxidermy tiger, and a custom chess set featuring scantily clad female figures. Giuffre, who passed away earlier this year, alleged that Epstein repeatedly sexually assaulted her between 2000 and 2002, including instances of using torture devices in the dungeon.
Detailing her experiences, Giuffre recounted being subjected to various fantasies by Epstein, involving restraints and physical discomfort. She described being gagged, hog-tied, and fitted with a collar attached to chains, causing immense pain and distress during the sessions.
The refurbishment of Epstein’s former residence signifies an effort to erase any association with his heinous acts, as the property undergoes a transformation under its new ownership.