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Body Shop mogul lists $10m Portsea estate

Graeme Wise, the visionary behind The Body Shop's arrival in Australia, and his wife Angelina are selling their magnificent Portsea estate on the Mornington Peninsula, with a price guide of $9.5m to $10m.

This architectural masterpiece, named “Melaleuca,” was designed by renowned architect Christopher, blending contemporary luxury with seamless indoor-outdoor living.

Situated on a sprawling 2524 sq m block less than 400 metres from Shelley Beach, the five-bedroom home offers unparalleled privacy and an entertainerโ€™s dream layout.

A private oasis close to the beach. Image: realestate.com.au

The property features a flood-lit north-south tennis court, a solar and gas-heated swimming pool with a spa, and beautifully landscaped grounds.

A triple-car garage with an EV charging station is another practical highlight.

The spacious living area. Image: realestate.com.au

Inside, the home boasts soaring ceilings and vast windows, creating a bright, airy atmosphere.

The open-plan living and dining area is anchored by sliding doors leading to alfresco spaces, including an east-facing deck with a BBQ kitchen and pizza oven, and a bluestone terrace with an outdoor fireplace.

A marble-clad kitchen, complete with a cool room and temperature-controlled wine cellar, underlines the propertyโ€™s focus on entertaining.

The light and bright kitchen_dining area. Image: realestate.com.au

The private master wing includes a luxurious garden-view bedroom, marble ensuite, dressing room, and a cosy lounge with a fireplace overlooking the pool.

The upper level features a mezzanine gallery, ideal for displaying art, as well as a media room and additional bedrooms for guests or children.

Additional highlights include oak flooring, remote-controlled blinds, an advanced Sonos sound system, fully irrigated gardens, and back-to-base security.

Patrick Sinn of Peninsula Sothebyโ€™s International Realty is managing the sale. View the listing here.

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Catherine Nikas-Boulos

Catherine Nikas-Boulos is the Digital Editor at Elite Agent and has spent the last 20 years covering (and coveting) real estate around the country.