Browse townhouse property in Portarlington
Overview
Portarlington sits on the Bellarine Peninsula with gently rising hills, vineyards, olive groves and panoramic views across Port Phillip Bay, making it a popular family holiday destination and a centre for fishing and mussel aquaculture. The town offers a range of amenities – from the heritage‑listed Portarlington Mill museum and the renovated Grand Hotel (2021) to the bustling Portarlington Market, seasonal festivals such as the Mussel, Celtic and Triathlon events, and sporting clubs for football, cricket, tennis, netball, lawn bowls and golf. Its leafy streets, beachfront promenade, rotunda and mini‑railway add to a relaxed, coastal lifestyle that attracts retirees, permanent residents and a large seasonal holiday influx.
Transport is well‑served with public bus links to Geelong, a fast ferry running twice daily between Portarlington Pier and Melbourne Docklands, and free shuttle buses that connect the pier to nearby wineries and accommodation. Housing reflects the town’s mixed use, combining permanent homes, holiday homes and a caravan park that, although smaller than its historic peak, still provides accommodation for visitors. Together with cafés, restaurants, the Point Richards nature reserve and easy access to wineries, the suburb balances tranquil living with convenient connections to larger urban centres.
Region type mix: Regional 100%.