Cheryl, 27, is believed to have moved back into their former marital home after being dropped from the US X-Factor, and apparently enjoyed a reunion with the Chelsea footballer at their £5 million mansion in Surrey, England.
According to the Daily Express, the pair slept in separate beds at the 12-bedroom property.
“They were saying what a special night it was,” a source said.
“They were mucking about like old times just playing pool, smoking and having a few drinks. There wasn’t any awkwardness between the two of them and they seemed very comfortable together. They spent the night together and got on brilliantly. Who knows what will happen when Ashley gets back from his holiday?”
The pair divorced last year amid claims Ashley had been unfaithful, but her decision to move back into their old home is said to have been spurred by a need for privacy following the X-Factor fiasco.
“Cheryl’s life has been turned upside down. She feels very unsettled,” the source said.
“She’s confused about her future and wants some time to hide away and think. She knew Ashley was going away so it made sense to be there.”