198 Franklin Road, Portsea
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A Hidden Treasure
Designed by renowned architect Robert Robertson, this exclusive family home is a private oasis nestled in the heart of the coveted Portsea hinterland. The property is situated on an elevated and gently sloping 1.5 acres (approx.), surrounded by manicured gardens with bore water irrigation system, pool, cabana, plus a championship sized tennis court.

The interior of the home is a celebration of light and space, with panoramic rural and bay views. Multiple living zones are connected by li... Read more
Designed by renowned architect Robert Robertson, this exclusive family home is a private oasis nestled in the heart of the coveted Portsea hinterland. The property is situated on an elevated and gently sloping 1.5 acres (approx.), surrounded by manicured gardens with bore water irrigation system, pool, cabana, plus a championship sized tennis court.

The interior of the home is a celebration of light and space, with panoramic rural and bay views. Multiple living zones are connected by lift access over two levels. On the upper level, the expansive lounge room centres around an impressive white stone fireplace, across from the dining area that opens out onto the north facing deck and down to the pool and tennis court area. This home is an entertainer’s dream, with options for indoor and outdoor dining. The open plan gourmet kitchen is complete with breakfast bar and fully equipped hidden kitchen servery/butler’s pantry.

The master suite includes deck access, ample walk through robe, and with recently upgraded ensuite including dual vanity and bathtub. The second main bedroom is equally large with walk through robe and again totally re-furbished ensuite. The third and fourth bedrooms share a new bathroom with tub, and the fifth bedroom/guest quarters has its own new ensuite.

The lower level boasts the ultimate business and study space, with lift access to the extensive private library, and superbly appointed home office. Also downstairs is a fantastic games room or teenagers’ retreat opening out onto the magnificent tennis court, and a further two bedrooms and upgraded adjoining bathroom.

The eight car garage on the lower level has through access to east and west gardens. Other features of this property include zoned heating and cooling, solar heated pool and spa, bespoke children’s garden and play area, security system, fully equipped cabana/pool house. Additional car parking available for 20+ guests inside the property. Ideally located moments from the Portsea surf club and back beach reserve. The feature of this home lies in the peace and tranquillity of the position.

• Solar heated pool
• Tennis Court
• Spa & cabana
• Kitchen w/servery
• Library & home office

• Lift access
• Games room
• Children’s garden
• Bore water system