Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi’s UK retreat saga has taken a dramatic turn. After their £15 million Cotswolds estate became more waterpark than dream home due to relentless flooding, the couple has quietly relocated to a safer—and even more luxurious—mansion nearby.
The new property, perched on an Oxfordshire hilltop, boasts flood-proof drainage and a scenic escape from the troubles of their old place. At roughly half an hour’s drive away, it’s close enough to keep their countryside lifestyle but far enough to avoid soggy carpets.
Yet, the move hasn’t been without its costs. Industry insiders estimate the switch drained hundreds of thousands (if not millions) in fees, not to mention the mystery price tag of the new home. And while the couple seems thrilled—sharing snapshots of their Grand Designs-worthy upgrade—there’s a twist: the land holds a grim history, tied to an old farmhouse tragedy.
For Ellen and Portia, though, the priority was clear. After fleeing what they called the “perils” of Trump-era America, only to battle England’s weather, they’ve finally found their safe haven. And this time, it’s on solid ground.
