227 Wendouree Parade, Lake Wendouree

Subscribe to regular market updates. Positioned along Ballarat’s most prestigious address, this landmark residence by internationally acclaimed John Wardle Architects represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to secure one of the region’s most distinguished lakefront homes. A masterpiece of design, scale and artistry, the property sits proudly on Wendouree Parade, its striking architectural form softened by sculpted gardens and tranquil courtyards that wrap the home in natural beauty. Conceived as a series of pavilions, each thoughtfully oriented to embrace light, views and landscape, the residence reveals itself gradually and with purpose. Expansive living zones flow seamlessly to more intimate retreats, balancing spaces for grand entertaining with those designed for quiet reflection. Full-height glazing frames uninterrupted vistas across Lake Wendouree, while curated gardens provide a constant dialogue between architecture and nature. Lifestyle amenities include a spectacular inground outdoor pool and a gym space , ensuring that wellness and leisure are fully integrated into the home’s daily rhythm. The façade, cloaked in a living veil acknowledges Ballarat’s tradition of verdant hedges, softening the interface between house and street. Within, the dining room nestles gently into the earth, while the living pavilion projects outward, its deep timber-framed windows capturing panoramic views and the ever-changing moods of the lake. Sliding timber panels open on to the outdoor spaces with ease for expansive gatherings or enclosing for moments of intimacy. At the centre, a sculptural kitchen island floats above warm timber joinery, orienting one way to the lake and the other to a conservatory sitting room. Cantilevered across glazing and finished in marble and timber, it underscores the fusion of art and function that defines the home. Operable glass louvers dissolve the boundary between indoors and outdoors, while the conservatory pavilion offers year-round garden connection. Above, three zinc-clad bedroom pods—evocative of the lake’s boathouses—hover elegantly over the courtyard, each finished with materials tailored to its adjoining landscape. Accommodation is both generous and refined. A palatial master suite enjoys private garden outlooks, extensive robes and a luxurious ensuite, while additional bedrooms are complemented by a beautifully appointed bathroom. Separate study and library domains enhance versatility, and a wine cellar with a large storage capacity and room for tastings will draw you in. There is storage galore and garaging for four cars that integrate seamlessly into the design. Spotted gum floors, rich timber joinery, Carrara marble and bespoke detailing reinforce a sense of timeless quality, chosen for their natural beauty and enduring integrity. Every detail has been conceived to elevate lifestyle—whether entertaining on a grand scale, enjoying tranquil evenings by the lake, or retreating into one of the home’s serene pavilions. This remarkable residence stands as one of Ballarat’s most important private homes: a rare work of architectural significance and enduring legacy, perfectly positioned in a beautiful lakefront setting. Homes of this calibre are rarely offered to the market, presenting an extraordinary opportunity to secure a landmark residence in one of Ballarat’s most beautiful positions along Lake Wendouree. Inspection by appointment 1600 Sturt Street Ballarat St Patrick's College 1431 Sturt Street Ballarat Ballarat Specialist School 25 Gillies Street North Lake Gardens Ballarat and Clarendon College 1425 Sturt Street Ballarat Ballarat High School 1726 Sturt Street Lake Gardens Pleasant Street Primary School (Ballarat) Pleasant St Ballarat 119 Drummond Street South Ballarat Ballarat Grammar School 201 Forest Street Wendouree Ballarat Primary School (Dana Street) Dana Street Ballarat Alfredton Primary School Cuthberts Road Alfredton St Thomas More School Cuthbert's Road Alfredton Gregory Street Ballarat North Ripon Street South Redan Lumen Christi School 111 Whitelaw Avenue Delacombe Macarthur Street Primary School 401 Macarthur Street Soldiers Hill Ballarat Delacombe Primary School Warrina Drive Delacombe Hertford Street Sebastopol Our Lady Help of Christians School 482 Gillies Street Wendouree Mount Pleasant Primary School 401 Cobden Street Ballarat Ballarat Secondary College Barkly Street Ballarat East Black Hill Primary School 601 Chisholm Street Ballarat Ballarat North Primary School Landsborough Street Ballarat St Alipius' Parish School 106-108 Victoria Street Ballarat East Sovereign Hill School Sovereign Hill Magpie Street Ballarat Ballarat Christian College Yarrowee & Vickers Streets Sebastopol Canadian Lead Primary School Otway Street South Ballarat East Sebastopol Primary School Warreen Street Sebastopol 260 Albert Street Sebastopol 200 Victoria Street Ballarat East Caledonian Primary School Thompson Street Brown Hill