The architect-designed Werribee residence at 2 The Old Ford, built in 1995 on a 2212sq m riverfront block.
A Werribee mansion with its own heated pool, private river access and parking for more than 30 cars has stormed onto the market with $1.55m-$1.65m price hopes.
The four-bedroom, four-bathroom home at 2 The Old Ford sits on a 2212sq m block backing directly onto the Werribee River, offering one of the suburb’s most tightly held lifestyle opportunities.
Architecturally designed by Sunpower Design in 1995, the residence blends sustainability with prestige, boasting two main suites on the ground floor, dual kitchens, multiple living zones, and “casino-inspired” bathrooms with floor-to-ceiling tiles and indulgent finishes.
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Ray White Werribee’s Peter Krnjeta said the property was exceptional even by prestige standards.
“There’s only a small handful of homes in this pocket – about 120 in total – and at the moment nothing else is available,” Mr Krnjeta said.
“It’s incredibly tightly held, which makes this opportunity very hard to come by.”
The outdoor spaces are designed for entertainment and privacy, with a Wi-Fi controlled heated pool, fishpond, firepit and expansive decking framed by landscaped gardens, fruit trees, and lush velvet grass.
Heated in-ground pool with Wi-Fi lighting and landscaped surrounds overlooking the Werribee River.
Decked entertaining zone with pool, firepit and river views, a private resort at home.
Automated irrigation and lighting systems, plus solar panels and solar hot water, add sustainable luxury.
Mr Krnjeta said the sense of seclusion was a major drawcard.
“The serenity is the standout. Sitting by the pool and facing the river, it’s absolutely gorgeous, everywhere you look at the rear of the home it’s just landscape and water views,” he said.
The property also caters to buyers seeking scale, with parking for more than 30 cars and scope to add a custom-built garage.
Indoor retreat with soaring windows, built-in bookshelves and trailing greenery for a garden-room feel.
Shaded veranda wrapping the home, linking living zones with poolside entertaining areas.
“It’s perfect for the blue-collar market we service here in the west – tradespeople, business owners, and collectors,” Mr Krnjeta said.
“Anyone who needs secure car accommodation – or just loves to entertain – will find it ticks every box.”
The Ray White Werribee agent said the dual-kitchen layout is another highlight for buyers appealing to multi-generational families and cultural cooking traditions.
“In this part of Melbourne we work with a wide demographic – European, Chinese, Indian families – and many of them live multi-generationally or host extended family regularly,” Mr Krnjeta said.
Chef’s kitchen with stone benchtops, timber cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances.
Renovated bathroom with floor-to-ceiling tiles, sleek vanity and walk-in shower.
“Having a second kitchen caters to that but also doubles as an entertaining hub.”
Werribee’s prestige market has become increasingly tightly held, with an average turnover time of 16.5 years according to PropTrack data.
The property also carries historical weight in it’s street name The Old Ford takes its name from the bluestone crossing built in 1835, the first major river crossing linking Melbourne to Geelong.
Fully equipped second kitchen designed for multi-generational living and cultural cooking needs.
Formal dining zone flowing to outdoor spaces, framed by curved glass windows.
The surrounding land once formed part of the vast Chirnside pastoral empire, a 93,000-acre estate that dominated the Werribee plains in the 19th century.
The same family built the grand Werribee Park Mansion in the 1870s.
Mr Krnjeta said today’s buyers recognised the rare combination of lifestyle, history and value.
Spacious bedroom with integrated study nook and garden outlook.
Open-plan living area with glass doors opening to the pool and river backdrop.
“You couldn’t find a home with 30-plus car spaces and this level of scope in metropolitan Melbourne at that price point,” he said.
“It’s essentially a country lifestyle in suburbia, the best of both worlds.”
The home heads to auction at 3pm October 11.
Ground-floor main suite with ensuite access, plantation shutters and plush finishes.
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