Portofino Homes with Primary Bedroom on Main

Welcome to Portofino, a picturesque subdivision nestled in the charming city of Clayton, North Carolina. This vibrant community is a hidden gem in Johnston County, offering a blend of serene landscapes and modern conveniences that make it an ideal place to call home.

Portofino is known for its stunning homes, many of which feature the highly sought-after primary bedroom on the main level. This layout not only provides ease of access but also enhances the sense of comfort and luxury that homeowners desire. Imagine waking up in your spacious primary suite, bathed in natural light, with views of the beautifully manicured surroundings.

The subdivision boasts a variety of architectural styles, ensuring there’s something for everyone. From classic designs to contemporary finishes, each home is thoughtfully crafted with attention to detail. Residents can enjoy the community's amenities, including walking trails, parks, and serene ponds, perfect for leisurely strolls or family picnics.

Portofino is conveniently located near Clayton's vibrant downtown area, where you can explore local shops, dine at delightful restaurants, and engage in community events. The proximity to major highways means that the bustling cities of Raleigh and Durham are just a short drive away, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds—tranquility at home and urban excitement nearby.

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize, Portofino offers a welcoming community and beautiful homes that cater to your lifestyle. Discover your dream home in Portofino, where comfort and convenience come together in perfect harmony!

Newest Portofino Homes with Primary Bedroom on Main

$1,549,900

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10186913 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status

Luxurious resort-style living awaits in Portofino, a premier gated equestrian community on the scenic Neuse River. This breathtaking estate features a vaulted dining room, an executive home office, and a massive, vaulted family room with a stone fireplace that opens directly into a gourmet chef's kitchen with granite countertops, premium quartz island and a hidden scullery. Main home features 4589 sq ft of living space over 3 levels. The main residence offers 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, highlighting a private owner's suite with a custom double shower, an attached screened porch, and a personal hot tub. Designed for grand-scale hosting, the fully finished basement includes a spacious recreation room with a custom bar, a game room, a private guest suite, a collectibles room, media room & a 534 sq ft unfinished storage area with an interior entrance and a walk-out to the lower patio. Automotive enthusiasts will appreciate the dual-entry 2-car attached garage and the fully climate-controlled 2-bay detached garage. Above the detached garage, discover a private, self-contained 680 sq ft guest apartment perfect for an in-law suite. Offering a total combined 5269 finished square footage, the property features beautifully manicured sodded yards flowing seamlessly into a private, mature, wooded backdrop with the walking trail accessible from the backyard. Enjoy unmatched neighborhood amenities including world-class horse facilities, riding trails, miles of walking paths, multiple pools, and a grand clubhouse. City amenities: minutes to shopping, dining, entertainment, easy access to major highways. Strategically located in Clayton with quick/convenient access to world-class hospitals and the Research Triangle Park (RTP).

150 Stella Ct, Clayton

$2,200,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10186540 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

YOUR DREAM HOME AWAITS! This extraordinary, one-of-a-kind property offers the perfect blend of luxury, entertainment, privacy, and resort-style living. Nestled on an incredible 3-acre homesite in the highly sought-after Portofino Community, this is a home designed to be lived in, enjoyed, and remembered. From the moment you arrive, it is clear this is something special. The centerpiece of the property is an incredible 4,000-square-foot indoor basketball and recreation space, featuring beautiful specialty hardwood flooring, a fitness room, indoor slide, rock-climbing wall, and cargo net. A large garage door provides easy access to the recreation space and adds incredible versatility—the possibilities are virtually endless for how a future owner could use this expansive area. Basketball court, sports complex, entertainment space, hobby area, or something entirely your own.. The main home is equally impressive. The luxurious main-level primary suite offers a private retreat with a spa-inspired bathroom featuring a two-head shower, soaking tub, and oversized walk-in closet. The chef's kitchen is made for entertaining, featuring beautiful quartz countertops, double ovens, a massive 10-foot island, an oversized dining room, and an impressive extra-deep, 4+ foot counter-depth refrigerator. A large walk-in pantry with a second refrigerator provides exceptional storage and convenience. The family room is designed to bring the outdoors in, featuring soaring two-story ceilings and massive sliding doors that open completely, creating an incredible connection between the indoor living space and the stunning wooded backyard views. Open the doors and let the party flow seamlessly outside. The 40+ foot screened-in porch is absolutely stunning and provides an incredible space for relaxing, dining, and entertaining. A thoughtfully designed pass-through counter connects the porch directly to the interior of the home, making serving food and entertaining guests outside incredibly convenient. A gas line has already been installed for a future outdoor grill near the pool area, making it easy to continue creating your own private outdoor oasis. The backyard has also been prepared for a future pool. Inside, thoughtful details make everyday living effortless, including laundry rooms on both levels, an additional laundry closet conveniently located near the gym, and built-in lockers in the mudroom to keep everyone organized. The dramatic family room features soaring ceilings, while loft spaces overlook the living areas below. Beautiful oversized windows in the stairwell fill the home with natural light and add to the home's impressive architectural character. The oversized three-car garage provides plenty of room for vehicles, while the space above offers tremendous additional storage. The home was thoughtfully designed with the ability to finish additional attic space as a future theater room, offering even more potential to customize this already incredible property. Note also there are two storage spaces with exterior access for your lawn care needs or outdoor toys. Then there is Portofino, a community unlike any other. Enjoy wooded trails winding along the Neuse River, a community kayak launch, fishing ponds, horse stables,sandvolleyball courts and two community pools and clubhouses—all creating a true resort-style experience right at home. The community also allows homeowners to board horses on their own property, making this an especially rare opportunity for equestrian enthusiasts. This isn't simply a beautiful house. It is a private retreat, entertainment destination, luxury home, and resort-style lifestyle all in one. With practically new construction, extraordinary indoor recreation space, incredible indoor-outdoor living, and one of the area's most unique communities, there is truly nothing ordinary about this home. You have to experience it in person to appreciate everything this property has to offer. Showings for serious buyers only.

1351 Portofino Dr, Clayton

$1,185,000

4 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 10185741 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Live the equestrian dream in sought after Portofino, where an exceptional custom home meets one of the area's most impressive equestrian communities. Built in 2025 by HBD, this customized multigenerational Hamilton plan offers 3,963 square feet with 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, 3 car garage and thoughtful custom upgrades throughout. The gourmet kitchen features quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and walk-in pantry, while the family room and screened porch each feature a stone faced fireplace. Designed with multigenerational living in mind, the private first floor in-law suite offers its own kitchenette, laundry, and access to a separate fenced yard, providing exceptional flexibility. Also on the first floor, the primary suite features an upgraded spa inspired bath with garden tub and spacious walk-in shower, plus an expansive primary closet with center island and its own laundry facilities. A dedicated home office completes the thoughtfully designed first floor. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms, a generous second floor laundry room, bonus room and two large flex spaces provide plenty of room to fit a variety of needs. Outdoors, enjoy professional landscaping with irrigation, a fenced backyard, extended deck, paver patio and fire pit area. Community amenities include, stocked ponds for fishing, 7+ miles of walking/jogging trails, two community pools and two community clubhouses. For the equestrian, Portofino is truly something special. Community amenities include a state of the art 22 stall barn, more than 20 shelters and run in sheds, a covered 130 x 300 arena, 20 x 60 meter dressage arena with full width mirrors, lighted 140 x 300 jumping arena, additional lighted multipurpose arena, cross country field, 3/8 mile conditioning track, eight wash and grooming areas, trailer parking, and more than seven miles of riding trails, with portions lit for evening rides. This is more than a beautiful home in an equestrian community. It is an opportunity to have the home, the amenities, and the equestrian experience all in one exceptional setting.

370 Bellini Dr, Clayton

$890,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 10178289 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Seller offering $20,000 buyer incentive!! Welcome to luxury living in the prestigious gated equestrian community of Portofino. Perfectly situated on 2.69 private acres, this stunning custom built contemporary home offers the ideal blend of elegance, comfort, and space. From the moment you step inside, you'll be captivated by the soaring two story living room filled with natural light from oversized windows that create a bright and inviting atmosphere. The open concept floor plan is designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining, centered around an impressive oversized kitchen island with beautiful granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and generous prep space. Beautiful luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout the main living areas, adding warmth, style, and durability. The spacious first floor primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a large walk in closet and an elegant spa inspired bathroom featuring an oversized walk in shower. You'll also find a dedicated office space on the first floor right as you enter.Upstairs, you'll find spacious secondary bedrooms, a versatile loft perfect for a second living area or playroom. Step outside to the expansive screened porch overlooking the peaceful backyard, where you can relax and enjoy the privacy and beauty of your acreage. The three car garage provides plenty of room for vehicles, storage, hobbies, or recreational equipment. Living in Portofino means enjoying an exceptional lifestyle with gated privacy, two community pools, scenic ponds, beautiful horse pastures, and miles of natural beauty, all just minutes from Flowers Plantation, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. This extraordinary property offers the perfect combination of luxury, privacy, and community in one of the area's most sought after neighborhoods. Seller had partnered with a preferred local lender, giving a concession to help the buyer buy down their rate. Please ask agent for details.

58 Arrezzo Dr, Clayton

$899,900

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 10127004 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to this exceptional custom-built home in the prestigious, gated Portofino equestrian community. Thoughtfully designed with luxury and functionality in mind, this residence features high-end finishes, versatile spaces, and elegant details throughout. The open-concept main living area offers a seamless flow between the family room—complete with built-in drawers and a striking ship lap accent wall—and the chef's kitchen, which boasts quartz countertops, subway tile backsplash, a coffee pot water filler, and modern can lighting. A formal dining room, private study, and mudroom with a built-in desk add convenience and flexibility for today's lifestyle. This home includes two spacious owner's suites, on the main level. The bathrooms are beautifully appointed with tile flooring, quartz counters, and a spa-style walk-in shower with built-in steamer. A scullery with built-in cabinets and sink, as well as a full laundry room with sink and quartz counters, enhance the home's functionality and storage. Elegant crown molding and luxury trim flow throughout the home. Upstairs, you'll find a large recreation room and private office, along with access to a 600 square foot unfinished attic that is pre-plumbed for a bathroom—offering endless potential. Below grade, a 495 square foot partially finished workshop with heating and air conditioning provides the perfect space for hobbies or additional storage. Enjoy outdoor living year-round on the covered and screened porch overlooking the beautifully maintained yard, which includes full irrigation. As a resident of Portofino, you'll enjoy resort-style amenities including two pools, two clubhouses, scenic ponds, and miles upon miles of riding and walking trails. Whether you're an equestrian enthusiast or simply seeking a peaceful, gated community surrounded by natural beauty, this home offers an unparalleled lifestyle.

195 Italia Ln, Clayton

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