Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi are facing a challenging situation as their English countryside property has been flooded following severe rainfall, according to a report from the Daily Mail.
The couple’s recent purchase—a luxurious multi-million-pound farmhouse in the picturesque Cotswolds—has been impacted by rising waters from the River Thames after Storm Bert wreaked havoc earlier this week.
Floodwaters Submerge Cotswolds Property
The 43-acre property, located about two hours outside of London, is now submerged, with reports indicating the floodwaters have risen to five feet in some areas. Many roads across the Cotswolds have become impassable, leaving residents stranded in their homes. A local resident near DeGeneres and de Rossi shared, “The flood waters are rising by the hour. This is the worst I have seen it in years.”
A Fresh Start in England
The couple’s move to England reportedly stems from their decision to leave the United States following Donald Trump’s election win. Sources previously revealed to The Wrap that the pair relocated to the UK, feeling “disillusioned” after the election. They are even rumored to be preparing to list their Montecito, California, mansion for sale to make their move permanent.
The former talk show host and her wife, who tied the knot in 2008, are unlikely to return to the U.S. permanently, according to insiders. During the election season, DeGeneres was vocal in her support for Vice President Kamala Harris and reportedly contributed $3,300 to Harris’s campaign.
Adjusting to Life in the Cotswolds
Despite the flooding, the couple appeared to be settling into their new English lifestyle. They were recently seen enjoying a night out at a pub in Burford, a charming town in the Cotswolds. A video shared on The Farmer’s Dog’s Instagram page captured DeGeneres sporting brunette hair while sitting at a table with de Rossi, as a live band played in the background.
A Celebrity-Filled Neighborhood
The Cotswolds is known for its stunning landscapes and affluent residents, with many British celebrities calling the area home. Among DeGeneres and de Rossi’s new neighbors are David and Victoria Beckham, supermodel Kate Moss, and actress Elizabeth Hurley.
While the floods have disrupted their new chapter in England, DeGeneres and de Rossi’s plans for a fresh start abroad signal a significant lifestyle shift for the couple.
