Portofino, Clayton NC
297 Bonaventure Drive
A modern farmhouse with timeless details, set in Clayton's premier gated equestrian community.
4 Bedrooms
Spacious living across two stories
3.5 Bathrooms
Primary suite with soaking tub
2,800+ Sq Ft
Generous living and bonus space
2-Car Garage
With Tesla EV charger installed
Modern Farmhouse
Blue siding, stone veneer, white trim
Gated Community
Portofino with equestrian center
About This Home
Where Luxury Meets Nature
Imagine pulling through the secure gates of Portofino, one of the most sought-after gated equestrian communities in the Triangle NC, leaving the hustle of the day behind as you wind past scenic equestrian trails and mature trees. If you're exploring luxury homes for sale in Clayton NC, this is the residence where the Portofino lifestyle becomes real. Welcome to 297 Bonaventure Drive Clayton NC, a home designed for families who want space, style, and community.
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, one of the features that makes this one of the most desirable 4 bedroom homes with private office in Clayton NC. A formal dining room is 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 that's hard to find anywhere else in Johnston County real estate. Spend your weekends exploring miles of hiking and nature trails along the Neuse River Clayton NC, 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, making this one of the few Clayton NC homes with horse boarding stables in the area.
And while you'll feel worlds away in this gated oasis, modern conveniences are just minutes outside the gate. Quick access to Publix Clayton NC, Harris Teeter Clayton NC, and shopping and dining at Flowers Plantation makes daily life effortless. Easy commuting via US Hwy 70, and short drives to both downtown Clayton NC and downtown Raleigh NC keep everything within reach. Whether you're moving to Clayton NC for the first time or already living in Clayton, this community offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. 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 for more on homes for sale in Portofino Clayton NC.
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Interior Details
Designed for Modern Living
Gourmet Kitchen
White shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, grey subway tile backsplash, and a spacious center island designed for everyday living and entertaining.
3,561 Sq Ft
Thoughtfully designed open-concept floor plan with luxury vinyl plank flooring, abundant natural light, and seamless flow between living spaces.
4 Spacious Bedrooms
Four generous bedrooms and three-and-a-half beautifully appointed baths ensure everyone has their own private retreat at the end of the day.
3.5 Luxurious Baths
Marble-look tile surrounds, matte black fixtures, dual vanities, and a soaking tub. The primary suite feels like a private spa retreat.
Upstairs Loft
A generous central loft serves as the ultimate flex space, easily transforming into a media screening room, game lounge, or quiet reading zone.
Half-Acre Private Lot
A generous half-acre lot with mature trees, wooded privacy, and a screened-in back porch. Outdoor living at its finest.
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ABOUT THE COMMUNITY
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 — and it's a major reason why the Portofino lifestyle keeps drawing buyers looking at luxury homes near Flowers Plantation and throughout Johnston County.
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 — which is exactly what makes living in Clayton NC so appealing for professionals and families alike.
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.
Resort Pool & Clubhouse
Pool, cabanas, and event space
Equestrian Center
On-site stables and riding trails
7+ Miles of Trails
Walking, biking, and bridle paths
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