Hollywood action star Jason Statham and supermodel Rosie Huntington-Whiteley are making a dramatic move—literally and figuratively—by building a sprawling, secluded mansion on England’s South Coast. The couple, who have been together since 2010, are trading in the glitz of Malibu for the tranquil shores of the New Forest, where their new home is quickly taking shape on a 20-acre seafront estate. The project, which began attracting attention in May 2026, marks a clear departure from their previous lifestyle and signals a permanent return to Britain for both Statham and Huntington-Whiteley.
The mansion, which sits between Lymington and the Beaulieu River, boasts breathtaking views of the Solent and the Isle of Wight. According to The Times, Statham, now 58 and with a reported £90 million fortune from the Fast and Furious franchise and cult classics like Snatch and Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, purchased the waterside plot for £20 million. The house itself is expected to cost around £5 million, bringing the total price tag to a staggering £25 million—or $33 million, as reported by The Guardian.
This isn’t just any celebrity home. The design, originally crafted by one of the Royal Family’s trusted architects, was later reimagined to fit Statham’s minimalist, modern tastes. Ben Pentreath, known for designing DJ Calvin Harris’s Cotswolds estate, led the initial design, while Nicholas Umney transformed it into a brutalist, single-level structure shaped in a U around a central courtyard. The centerpiece? A sleek lap pool, nestled within the heart of the home.
Inside, the mansion features five bedrooms, a fully equipped gym, and an indoor lap pool. There’s also a separate outbuilding for stables, a nod to the couple’s desire for a rustic, outdoorsy lifestyle. But the amenities don’t stop there. The property includes a 1,200-foot private beach—practically a kingdom for their children, Jack (eight) and Isabella (four)—as well as a boating lake and a wild swimming pond. An enormous treehouse is being constructed for the kids, offering a taste of adventure and a dash of childhood magic.
For Huntington-Whiteley, who grew up in Devon, the move is a homecoming of sorts. After years spent under the Hollywood spotlight, she’s been vocal about her longing for a quieter, more grounded existence. In an interview with Australian Vogue earlier this month, she shared, “I’ve been dreaming of this since I left home. It will be mud and kids climbing trees. London at the weekends can feel very destination-driven. I want peace.” She’s also described the vision for their new home as “rustic, outdoorsy, wild, simple”—and the scale of the build suggests she means that quite literally.
The couple’s decision to relocate has been in the works for some time. They recently sold their £15 million Malibu beach house, a move that signaled their intent to loosen ties with the U.S. and invest more deeply in life across the Atlantic. In the meantime, they’ve been splitting their time between the construction site and their £7.5 million townhouse in London’s Chelsea neighborhood. According to The Guardian, this new project is not just a holiday house or a status symbol, but a “long-term family base designed to keep the couple in Britain and close to the coast.”
The New Forest property puts Statham and Huntington-Whiteley in good company. Their neighbors include Dire Straits frontman Mark Knopfler, billionaire businessman Sir Jim Ratcliffe—founder of chemical giant Ineos and co-owner of Manchester United—and actor Kris Marshall of Death in Paradise fame. John Illsley, co-founder of Dire Straits, also resides nearby. The area, known for its natural beauty and privacy, has long attracted high-profile residents seeking an escape from the public eye.
Of course, not everyone is thrilled with the ongoing construction. Local residents have voiced frustration about the uptick in traffic and the disruption that comes with building such a large estate. As The Times notes, "Locals have reportedly been frustrated by construction traffic, a reminder that even a home designed for privacy begins with disruption on the way there." Still, the couple appears undeterred, pressing ahead with their vision for a family sanctuary by the sea.
Statham, who has been spotted walking dogs along the beach with his friend and fellow Hollywood hardman Vinnie Jones, seems to be embracing the quieter pace of life. The estate sits just moments from a naturist beach, adding to the sense of seclusion and freedom the couple craves. For Statham, the move represents more than just a change of scenery—it’s a chance to reset, to trade the relentless buzz of Hollywood for the restorative calm of the English coast.
The architectural choices reflect this shift in priorities. The brutalist, minimalist style—often associated with urban landscapes—has been softened by the natural surroundings, the central courtyard, and the playful inclusion of a treehouse and wild swimming pond. It’s a blend of high-end ambition and stripped-back design, mirroring the couple’s desire for a life that is both luxurious and grounded.
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s vision, as she told Australian Vogue, is clear: “I want peace.” The move is as much about creating a nurturing environment for their children as it is about personal fulfillment. The home’s features—a huge gym, private beach, boating lake, and stables—suggest a life filled with outdoor activity, family gatherings, and the kind of freedom that’s hard to find in the heart of Los Angeles.
For fans of Statham’s action-packed films, the idea of the star settling into a bucolic, mud-splattered existence might seem surprising. But the couple’s decision to put down roots in the New Forest is entirely in character for two people who have spent years in the public eye and now crave something more authentic. As Huntington-Whiteley put it, the dream is “rustic, outdoorsy, wild, simple”—a far cry from the red carpets and paparazzi flashes of Hollywood.
Whether the build will inspire other celebrities to seek their own version of the quiet life remains to be seen. For now, Statham and Huntington-Whiteley are focused on creating a home that reflects their values and supports the family life they envision. If all goes according to plan, their South Coast mansion will stand not just as a symbol of their success, but as the foundation for the next chapter of their lives—one rooted in peace, privacy, and the simple joys of home.