Where Luxury Meets Nature
Imagine pulling through the secure gates of Portofino, leaving the hustle of the day behind as you wind past scenic equestrian trails and mature trees. Welcome to a residence where luxury isn't just a design choice — it's a daily experience.
From the moment you step inside, the home opens up to greet you. The main level is anchored by durable, stylish luxury vinyl plank flooring, designed to effortlessly handle everything from muddy paws after a trail walk to elegant weekend gatherings. At the heart of the home sits a chef's kitchen featuring premium cabinetry and an expansive center island — a space where morning coffee conversations flow naturally into evening meal prep, all while staying connected to the open-concept living area.
For those who work from home or crave a quiet retreat, a dedicated private office offers the perfect sanctuary, complemented by a formal dining room ready for holiday hosting. Upstairs, versatility takes center stage. A generous central loft serves as the ultimate flex space — easily transforming into a media screening room, a vibrant game lounge, or a quiet reading zone. Four spacious bedrooms and three-and-a-half beautifully appointed baths ensure everyone has their own private retreat at the end of the day.
The story continues outside on your generous half-acre lot. Step onto the screened-in back porch to sip your morning coffee or unwind with an evening drink, completely surrounded by peaceful, wooded privacy.
Living in Portofino means embracing a resort-style lifestyle. Spend your weekends exploring miles of hiking and nature trails, cooling off at one of the two community pools, or gathering with neighbors at the clubhouses. Have a passion for horses? Optional boarding is available just moments away at the community's premier equestrian center.
And while you'll feel worlds away in this gated oasis, modern conveniences are just minutes outside the gate. Quick access to shopping and dining at Flowers Plantation, easy commuting via US Hwy 70, and short drives to both downtown Clayton and downtown Raleigh keep everything within reach. This isn't just a move-in-ready home — it's the lifestyle upgrade you've been waiting for. See the full Portofino community guide or check the latest Clayton NC market data.
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The Portofino Lifestyle
Portofino isn't a subdivision — it's a destination that happens to have addresses.
Tucked along the banks of the Neuse River in Clayton, NC, this award-winning gated community was built around a simple idea: that where you live should feel like somewhere you'd choose to spend a vacation. Over seven miles of nature trails wind through land that was thoughtfully preserved rather than cleared. A private fishing pond, two resort-style pools, and onsite equestrian facilities round out an amenity package you simply won't find anywhere else in the Triangle at this price point.
The land itself carries weight. Portofino sits on grounds once held by the prominent Flowers family — a name woven deep into the history of Johnston County — and that sense of heritage shapes the character of the community in ways that no HOA document can quite put into words.
Recognition has followed. Portofino earned the NC Homebuilders Association Community of the Year and holds membership in the Audubon International Signature Program — a distinction reserved for developments that demonstrate genuine commitment to environmental stewardship. This is a community that made a deliberate choice to protect the natural beauty around it rather than build over it.
Day-to-day life here moves at a pace most people spend years chasing. Research Triangle Park, RDU International Airport, and the Triangle's major universities are all within an hour. Downtown Clayton and Flowers Plantation shopping are just outside the gate. But inside? It feels like you drove a lot further than you actually did.
Portofino is one of those rare places where the trails get walked, the neighbors actually know each other, and the front porch isn't just decorative.
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Designed for Modern Living
Gourmet Kitchen
Large island, premium cabinetry, quartz countertops, and dark subway tile backsplash — the true heart of the home.
3,561 Sq Ft
Generous living space across two levels with an open-concept floor plan, formal dining, and private office.
4 Spacious Bedrooms
Generous bedrooms with plush carpeting, natural light, and a stunning primary suite with navy accent wall.
3.5 Luxurious Baths
Beautifully appointed bathrooms with marble tile, dual vanities, matte black fixtures, and glass showers.
Upstairs Loft
Flexible loft space upstairs — perfect for a media room, game room, or additional lounge area.
Half-Acre Private Lot
Peaceful wooded views from a screened-in porch on over half an acre in the Portofino community.
Every Room Tells a Story
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More Than a Home —
An Executive Lifestyle
Located along the Neuse River, Portofino offers over seven miles of nature trails, two sparkling pools, a fishing pond, and access to onsite equestrian facilities. Just minutes from shopping at Flowers Plantation and 30 minutes from downtown Raleigh. Read more about the Portofino lifestyle.
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Explore Nearby Areas
297 Bonaventure Dr sits in Clayton, NC — perfectly positioned near several vibrant Triangle communities. Here's what's just a short drive away.
Raleigh, NC
North Carolina's state capital and the heart of the Triangle — home to NC State, a thriving food scene, and a booming tech job market, all about 30 minutes from Portofino.
~30 min driveSmithfield, NC
The Johnston County seat with a charming downtown, the Ava Gardner Museum, and premium outlet shopping — just 15 minutes east of Clayton along I-40.
~15 min driveWake Forest, NC
An upscale, tree-lined town north of Raleigh known for its historic downtown, Wake Forest University campus access, and family-friendly neighborhoods — about 45 minutes away.
~45 min driveGarner, NC
A growing Wake County town just south of Raleigh with easy I-40 access, parks, and a revitalized downtown — roughly 25 minutes from Clayton via US-70.
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