Ellen DeGeneres has addressed swirling rumors about her newly acquired Cotswolds farmhouse being submerged in recent U.K. floods, emphatically denying the claims in a heartfelt Instagram post. “Our UK farmhouse did NOT flood,” DeGeneres confirmed, as she celebrated her 20th anniversary with wife Portia de Rossi in the same post.
A Milestone Amidst the Move
DeGeneres, 66, shared her joy over two decades with de Rossi, 51, calling their relationship a “long, beautiful adventure.” “You are the best thing that ever happened in my life,” she wrote, adding that she’s looking forward to “exploring the world together” in the years to come.
The couple recently relocated to the picturesque Cotswolds region of England following the U.S. presidential election, seeking a fresh start in the countryside. Their sprawling 43-acre estate, purchased earlier this year, became the subject of flood rumors after severe storms battered the U.K., causing the River Thames to overflow and submerge nearby areas.
Cotswolds Escapes the Worst
While parts of the region were left underwater, DeGeneres confirmed their property was untouched by the deluge. Severe weather from Storm Bert had wreaked havoc across the U.K., with five deaths reported and widespread damage to homes, roads, and railways. Despite the devastation, the couple’s estate was spared, allowing them to continue settling into their tranquil new life abroad.
A Star-Studded Neighborhood
The move marks a significant lifestyle change for DeGeneres, who sold her California estate for $96 million in August. Known for her passion for flipping houses, DeGeneres’ shift to the U.K. places her among celebrity neighbors like David and Victoria Beckham, Kate Moss, and Elizabeth Hurley. The area is also home to King Charles and Queen Camilla’s Highgrove House.
DeGeneres and de Rossi have already embraced their new community, recently spotted mingling at The Farmer’s Dog, a local pub owned by Jeremy Clarkson. Joined by Clarkson, Lisa Hogan, and James Blunt, the couple enjoyed a private performance by The Corrs, blending seamlessly into the Cotswolds’ high-profile social scene.
Looking Ahead
As they adapt to their slower-paced English life, DeGeneres remains focused on celebrating milestones and clearing up misinformation. Reflecting on their journey together, she shared her excitement for “our first snowy Christmas” and the adventures to come in their new home.
