AceShowbiz - In a shocking twist, Ellen DeGeneres and her wife Portia de Rossi, who recently moved to the tranquil English countryside of the Cotswolds, have found their dream estate submerged under several feet of water. The 66-year-old talk show superstar and her wife of 51 years made the move following Donald Trump's election victory, seeking a peaceful retreat away from the turbulence of American politics.

However, tranquility was short-lived for the couple. Their new multi-million-pound farmhouse is now marooned after a tributary of the River Thames, which runs adjacent to their 43-acre property, burst its banks due to the recent onslaught of Storm Bert. The storm unleashed torrential rains and winds reaching 80 mph, leaving the area inundated.

Localized flooding has rendered numerous roads impassable, and many residents, including DeGeneres and de Rossi, are now essentially trapped within their homes. "The flood waters are rising by the hour. This is the worst I have seen it in years," a neighbor told the Daily Mail, echoing the grave situation faced by the inhabitants.

Ellen and Portia's new residence, adorned with a swimming pool and a helicopter pad, has proven no match for the volatile British weather. Despite the severe disruption, the couple was seen enjoying a night out at Jeremy Clarkson's Cotswolds pub, The Farmer's Dog, prior to the floods. They were entertained by 90s icons The Corrs and were joined by pop stars Natalie Imbruglia and James Blunt.

The couple's decision to move to the UK was spurred by disillusionment following Trump's presidential victory over Vice President Kamala Harris. Sources indicated to TMZ that they decided to "get the hell out" of the United States, vowing never to return on a permanent basis.

Their Cotswolds property, which they reportedly purchased for £2.5 million above the asking price, was meant to be a pastoral haven. Previously a traditional farmhouse, its modern luxury conversion boasts six bedrooms, an eco-friendly heat pump, and expansive countryside views. A local source described the property glowingly, saying, "It's so quintessentially English, which, as Americans, they have fallen in love with."

Despite the short-term setbacks, Ellen and Portia's commitment to their new life in the UK remains evident. To adapt to their new rural lifestyle, it's reported that they have invested in 4x4 vehicles, essential for navigating the flood-prone roads. While the floodwaters have temporarily marred their idyllic plans, the couple's resolve to find solace in the English countryside appears strong.