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Overview
"Tarina," a circa 1896 heritage residence located just 300 meters from the bay, offers a harmonious blend of timeless character and modern sophistication. The property showcases traditional architectural details such as deep-set verandas, intricate fretwork, and decorative glazing that elegantly frame interiors featuring soaring 3.5-meter ceilings and Tasmanian Blackwood flooring.
The home's preservation of its traditional layout includes formal living and dining areas, a master suite, and multiple guest bedrooms each with ensuite facilities, complemented by a separate bathroom, sitting room, and library. These well-appointed interiors are enhanced by carefully selected period fixtures, lending authenticity and charm.
Functionality and versatility are further extended by an adjacent building housing additional bedrooms or workspaces, a laundry, bathroom, and a substantial six-car garage. The kitchen stands as a central feature with its rare La Cornue island, offering both electric and gas cooking options, high-end appliances, and a well-equipped butler’s pantry supporting gourmet cooking and entertaining.
Extending outdoors, the property supports a self-sufficient lifestyle with alfresco spaces for entertaining, established gardens, an orchard, a herb garden, and dedicated vegetable wicking beds. Recreational amenities include a large swimming pool and sauna, all set within secure, landscaped grounds over a generous 4,300 square meter land parcel.
Modern conveniences such as a 10kW solar system with Tesla batteries, three-phase power, hydronic heating, and reverse cycle air conditioning provide comfort while respecting the home's heritage essence. The scale, security, and high-quality features make this property suitable for diverse uses including a private family residence, boutique accommodation, or event venue. There is also potential for subdivision subject to approval.
Overall, "Tarina" represents a rare opportunity to own a property of genuine historical significance and impressive contemporary refinement, offering a distinctive lifestyle close to the bay in Portarlington.
Local Market Insights
In Portarlington, Quiet Listings observed 33 new houses entering the market over the last 30 days, down from 59 during the previous 30-day period, with an average advertised asking price of $961,758. The property type mix of listed properties is predominantly Houses at 60%, followed by land (33%), and units (4%). Hearns Port Fairy Holiday Accommodation was the most active agency in this area, representing 36.4% of all new listings in the last 30 days. These insights are based on agencies currently monitored by Quiet Listings and are updated as the local market changes.
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Location
Portarlington VIC 3223
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