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Stars craving an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city life have been flocking to the Cotswolds — a picturesque region in the English countryside that offers unparalleled luxury and privacy.

In recent months, Ellen DeGeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi, set up camp in the ritzy neighborhood, which is a known favorite among the Hollywood elite.

The former talk show host, 67, and “Arrested Development” alum left Los Angeles for good five months ago after buying a sprawling farmhouse in the hoity-toity area in South West England, nearly two hours from London.


  Ellen DeGeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi, recently set up camp in the Cotswolds. Dave Benett/Getty Images for RH Ellen DeGeneres and her wife, Portia de Rossi, recently set up camp in the Cotswolds. Dave Benett/Getty Images for RH

  The couple bought a sprawling farmhouse in the hoity-toity area in South West England — nearly two hours from London. @ellendegeneres/Instagram The couple bought a sprawling farmhouse in the hoity-toity area in South West England — nearly two hours from London. @ellendegeneres/Instagram

The couple forked over an eye-popping $18 million — some $3 million over the asking price for the stunning property.

While it’s not clear exactly why the pair decided on the Cotswolds, the region is a picturesque and wealthy part of England.

Celebrities who call the Cotswolds home

DeGeneres’ star-studded list of neighbors includes David and Victoria Beckham, Kate Moss, Elizabeth Hurley, Hugh Grant and Jeremy Clarkson, who owns a successful farm shop and pub in the area.


  The Diddly Squat Farm, owned by Jeremy Clarkson, in Chipping Norton, Oxford, England. Getty Images The Diddly Squat Farm, owned by Jeremy Clarkson, in Chipping Norton, Oxford, England. Getty Images

Other known residents include Scottish DJ Calvin Harris, singer Lily Allen and artist Damien Hirst.


  David and Victoria Beckham bought their Cotswolds property back in 2017. davidbeckham/Instagram David and Victoria Beckham bought their Cotswolds property back in 2017. davidbeckham/Instagram

  The area is also home to Elizabeth Hurley, who has lived in the Cotswolds for 12 years. WireImage for Vanity Fair The area is also home to Elizabeth Hurley, who has lived in the Cotswolds for 12 years. WireImage for Vanity Fair

The location is also home to royalty, as King Charles and Queen Camilla own Highgrove House in Gloucestershire.

As for music royalty, it’s reported that Beyoncé and her husband, Jay-Z, are looking to follow suit and snap up a property in the swanky neighborhood, the Daily Mail reports.

The Post has reached out to Beyoncé’s reps for comment.


  Hugh Grant has resided in the Cotswolds since 2003. Getty Images Hugh Grant has resided in the Cotswolds since 2003. Getty Images

  As for music royalty, it’s reported that Beyoncé and her husband, Jay-Z, are looking to purchase a property in the swanky neighborhood. Getty Images for NARAS As for music royalty, it’s reported that Beyoncé and her husband, Jay-Z, are looking to purchase a property in the swanky neighborhood. Getty Images for NARAS

Properties aside, the area sees large amounts of celebrities come and go each month thanks to the several luxurious hotels that are peppered around the region.

Lucknam Park

This includes Lucknam Park, a five-star oasis located in the luscious area of Chippenham.

The hotel, which is set in 500 acres of listed parkland, has recently welcomed a host of famous faces, including Donatella Versace, Kylie Minogue and Jerry Hall, The Post can reveal.


  Lucknam Park is a 5-star hotel located in the luscious area of Chippenham. lucknam_park/Instagram Lucknam Park is a 5-star hotel located in the luscious area of Chippenham. lucknam_park/Instagram

  The hotel, which is set in 500 acres of listed parkland, dates back to the 17th century. Lucknam Park The hotel, which is set in 500 acres of listed parkland, dates back to the 17th century. Lucknam Park

The main house, which dates back to the 17th century, sits atop a mile-long driveway, which is lined with 200-year-old lime and beech trees, and is located just 30 minutes away from the picturesque city of Bath.

The estate also offers Michelin-starred dining at Restaurant Hywel Jones, which is often frequented by A-listers. The restaurant recently celebrated its 20th consecutive year holding a Michelin star.

The grand property had been previously passed down through several families before opening its doors as a hotel. Its current owners snapped it up in 1994, but preserved the historic elements of the estate where possible.

The Lygon Arms

Those wanting a more central location often stay at the Lygon Arms — a historic 4-star hotel that boasts close proximity to cinematic landmarks, such as “Downton Abbey” and “Bridget Jones’s Diary” filming locations.

The hotel is set in Broadway — a stunning village in the Cotswolds that offers wisteria-adorned stone cottages and Disney-like buildings surrounding it.


  The 4-star Lygon Arms hotel is steeped in history and is located in the village of Broadway. lygoncotswolds/Instagram The 4-star Lygon Arms hotel is steeped in history and is located in the village of Broadway. lygoncotswolds/Instagram

Beyond famous film sets, guests can feel like an A-lister through the hotel’s partnership with Cotswold Tours & Travel, which offers an array of sightseeing trips in and around the area.

These include — but aren’t limited to — the ultimate set-jetting experience, which includes a tour of the nearby Blenheim Palace and a chance to uncover the area’s hidden gems.

The hotel proudly dates back to the 14th century.

Over the years, its hosted some famous historical figures and celebrities, including Oliver Cromwell, King Charles I, Prince Phillip, Richard Burton, Elizabeth Taylor and Cary Grant.


  The Cotswolds are advertised as a great weekend getaway. lygoncotswolds/Instagram The Cotswolds are advertised as a great weekend getaway. lygoncotswolds/Instagram

More recently, the hotel has been frequented by James Bond alum Pierce Brosnan, Renée Zellweger, Grant and Sophia Loren, The Post can reveal.

The sprawling lodge offers guests 86 individually designed rooms to choose from, and boasts two restaurants helmed by British chef supremo James Martin.

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