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Edward John Eyre, one of Australia’s greatest explorers settled Portee as a sheep grazing property in 1841. Ian and Margaret Clark continue to run Portee as a commercial station and while Eyre’s old homestead no longer stands, they invite guests into their historic home.

Built in 1873 on the floodplain of the Murray River the homestead is surrounded by wetlands, abundant bird life and age-old river gums. Guests are treated to warm hospitality and an insight to a working station. 
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Eight guest rooms are tastefully decorated and have en suite facilities, air conditioning and telephones. Some rooms have a fireplace. Enjoy cooked breakfasts, casual luncheons and three course dinners of fine home-cooked country food, with a good selection of Barossa wines available. If weather permits, a bush BBQ lunch on the banks of the Murray or BBQ dinner on the lawn is arranged. In addition to the lounge, dining room and gardens there is a comfortable veranda and chairs for relaxing.                                            Book Now!!
                                                                                                                    

Why Portee?

• The Murray is one of Australia’s largest rivers and the water birds and beautiful river red gums lining its banks provide a quintessentially Australian scene.
   

• Ian is a fascinating host and will explain the workings of Australia’s wool industry. He is also knowledgeable on the environmental threats to the Murray and will ensure you see the endangered Hairy-nosed Wombat as well as emus and kangaroos. .
   

• Bird watching on Moorundie Creek, bush walks, fishing, sheep station activities, visits to Aboriginal campsites are just a few of the pastimes on offer. 
   

• Take a hand line and try your luck at fishing in the river or take a wine tour to the nearby Barossa Valley.

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