328 Portingales Lane

Set amidst gently undulating countryside just minutes from the Romsey township, this impeccably presented 40-acre lifestyle estate blends elegant country living with outstanding equestrian infrastructure. Purpose-designed for horse enthusiasts, breeders, or families seeking the ultimate rural retreat, it represents a rare opportunity to enjoy space, serenity, and quality all within an hour of Melbourne and only 35 minutes from Tullamarine Airport. A picturesque, tree-lined driveway leads to an attractive twin-gable Harkaway Home, where timeless architecture meets modern comfort. Beautifully proportioned and light-filled, the residence offers three bedrooms plus a study, with the generous master suite featuring a walk-in robe, ensuite, and split-system heating and cooling. At the heart of the home, an open-plan living and dining area under a timber-lined vaulted ceiling creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, complemented by a combustion wood heater, zoned floor heating, and split-system climate control. The well-appointed kitchen includes a walk-in pantry and AGA oven with module and features both gas and electric cooktops, while wide windows frame tranquil garden views. Surrounding the home, manicured gardens of ornamental pears and established plantings provide low-maintenance beauty year-round and sweeping lawns that flow seamlessly into the adjoining equestrian facilities. There is also an American Style barn (10.5 x 12m) with two roller doors. On the side there are 6 doors and a concrete pad (10.5x5m). This was originally designed for dog pens. The house block is watered via a very large semi-buried concrete water tank which holds approx. 100,000 litres of water. The equestrian infrastructure is exceptional comprising: 9 paddocks, each with shelter sheds and automatic troughs (tank fed) 2 post and rail stallion paddocks with shelter with enclosed yard 1 stallion yard with shelter and smaller enclosed yard within 8 stables with auto-fill troughs (four with premium "Stable Comfort" rubber flooring) Wash bay with gas hot water, tack / feed room, toilet, and laundry Dedicated vet area and crush for breeding and equine management including external breeding Dummy Float bay Shavings bay 60 m × 35 m flood-lit dressage sand arena 7 large day yards (four post-and-rail) 4 flood-lit foaling yards close to the home Large shed (36 x 24m) which includes indoor display/work sand arena, concreted space designed to accommodate a further 8 stables, office, kitchen, and bathroom (all plumbed to the envirocycle system) Hay shed with lock-up garage Automatic waterers and taps throughout the property fed from the three water tanks Bore water available if needed Just 4 km from Romsey's thriving village centre and within easy reach of the Macedon Ranges, this property offers the best of both worlds refined country living with exceptional equestrian facilities and outstanding accessibility. Adding to its long-term appeal, the Romsey Structure Plan places the property just two holdings away from the Future Urban Growth Area offering potential for future capital growth. A truly rare and complete lifestyle holding where quality, functionality, and natural beauty unite in perfect harmony.