Restored farmhouse of exceptional artistry and size, previously owned by Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi, now up for sale in the Cotswolds.
In the heart of the picturesque Windrush valley, Kitesbridge Farm, a secluded rural retreat, has been meticulously transformed by renowned homeowners Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi. The couple, known for their 'flipping houses' endeavours, have spent months and millions to give the farmhouse a new lease of life.
Nestled within 43 acres, the house, loosely arranged as an L shape, boasts exposed beams and brickwork that add plenty of character. The kitchen-diner, a huge space, houses a TV large enough to be measured in square feet. The decoration and furniture throughout the house are elegant, simple, and neutral, with flooring alternating between stone slabs and ancient timber.
A few rooms showcase the couple's flair for design, notably a gorgeous green boot room adorned with floral wallpaper on walls and ceiling. The house also offers a fully-equipped gym and a pool for residents' relaxation and wellbeing.
The gardens have been landscaped to keep a feel that is as natural and organic as possible. A unique feature is a helicopter hangar on the site, which could potentially be converted into a padel court. The village of Asthall is just a few minutes' away, while Soho Farmhouse, Estelle Manor, and more highlights of this corner of Oxfordshire are within easy reach.
John Betjeman, the renowned poet, once wrote about Kitesbridge Farm, describing it as a pastoral scene. Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi bought the farm last year for £15 million and have since decided to move full time to the UK and put it up for sale at £22.5 million.
However, the exact value added by DeGeneres and de Rossi in a few months remains unclear, as well as the reason behind their frequent 'flipping houses.' The new buyers of Kitesbridge Farm have not been identified yet.
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- Although the new buyers of Kitesbridge Farm are yet to be identified, it's clear that Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi made substantial investments in the property, renovating both the farmhouse and its surroundings, including home-and-garden enhancements and the addition of a new structure suited for finance-driven interests such as a helicopter hangar, which could potentially be converted into a padel court for investing in recreational facilities.
- Apart from their successful 'flipping houses' endeavours, Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi showcased their exceptional lifestyle and taste through the decor and design of Kitesbridge Farm, with notable rooms like the green boot room adorned with floral wallpaper in the living spaces and the inclusion of a fully-equipped gym for maintaining wellbeing. This transformation also extended to real-estate ventures, such as enhancing the kitchen-diner and ensuring the rural retreat retained an organic, picturesque appeal.
