3563-3567 Point Nepean Road, Portsea VIC 3944

A timeless landmark of majestic heritage in one of Portsea’s most coveted locales, ‘L’Ecole’ c1890 stands as one of the area’s earliest public buildings, displaying impressive grandeur and elegance within its private park-like gardens.


Originally built as the Sorrento School House, the once-in-a-generation offering beautifully resides over two titles totalling 3524sqm( approx.) with a separate bunk house and workshop delivering prestige, charm and grace.

As striking today as when it was first constructed, the Nepean Limestone facade precedes a series of impressive spaces including a library and light-filled lounge, each featuring vaulted timber-lined ceilings, fireplace, hydronic heating and sash windows with shutters. Original polished floors continue throughout, to a sun-drenched kitchen with Belling cooker, farmhouse sink and Miele dishwasher, while garden views are enjoyed across a versatile sitting room and dining space.

Providing comfortable accommodation, three bedrooms include two with ensuites, and a central family bathroom while the separate bunk house offers a modern sleepout with timber-lined interiors and soaring vaulted ceilings. Welcoming restful accommodation for up to twelve, the bunk house features a central kitchenette and three bedrooms, one with four built-in bunk beds, 2 bathrooms and plenty of storage.

Adored by the same family for almost four decades, this history-rich family home spans a separate workshop/home office, double garage, terrace with original block work, and an established garden setting with leafy vistas. Situated strolling distance to both Sorrento and Portsea Village, and moments from secluded Point King beach, Shelley Beach and the clifftop via Millionaire’s Walk.