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Well it looks like 2021 is starting off much the same way 2020 ended — at least in terms of the Muskoka real estate market. We’re still seeing record-setting consumer interest and sales in the region, with none of the usual end-ofseason slowdown.
demographics of Muskoka are changing, and demand continues to increase. That’s why, as I discuss in the article “The Trump Effect” in this issue, I’ve been advising people that the time to invest in our region is now, not later – as prices will only go up as time goes on.
Much of this interest, I am sure, comes from the upheaval that the pandemic continues to cause. However, it’s notable that more than a few clients have told me that, even if they had once considered Muskoka primarily as a vacation destination, they are now seriously considering the idea of making our area their year-round home, even after the Covid restrictions end. The
Whether you’re interested in moving here, you’re waiting out the pandemic in your Muskoka home, or you’re a “yearrounder,” our January digital update is sure to make a great read while you warm your toes by the fire. Once again, my thanks to our talented editorial team, and to our advertisers and supporting companies, for another beautiful edition of Cayman Marshall Magazine!
The calendar may say that winter starts on December 21, but in my experience, the time when it really starts is around mid-January – when the temperature plummets below zero for good, the snow starts getting deep and the lake is frozen solid enough to walk on.
the reasons I love it here in wintertime.
But for me, as long as I’m well and properly bundled up against the elements, winter is actually one of my favourite times of year in Muskoka. I love looking out across the snow on a crystalline morning, when the air shimmers with those superfine snowgrains that seem to fill the air with diamond dust. Snowshoeing with my family, hitting the snowmobile trails, glimpsing a deer or a fox through the kitchen window…these are just a few of
Our newest digital issue has lots to think about, whether you’re a “year-rounder” or just spend part of the year in the region. If it’s cocooning in your cozy bedroom on a long winter’s night that you crave, Urban Rustic Living’s, Tary Roossien, has plenty of advice on creating bedrooms to swoon in. Also in this issue, Cayman Marshall founder Todd Adair reflects on the end of the Trump era, and what it might mean for the Muskoka real estate market and the larger economic picture. So throw another log on the fire, put some extra marshmallows in your hot chocolate and cozy up with Cayman Marshall’s digital January 2021 issue!
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Urban Rustic Living Presents MASTERING THE PERFECT BEDROOM
JANUARY 2021 EDITORS Todd Adair* Kallan Koch Lauren Lowe ART DIRECTOR Kelsey Kennerell GRAPHIC DESIGNER Cathryn Haynes PHOTOGRAPHERS Andre Carriere Michael Cooper Micheal Muraz Mark Wilson ADVERTISING DIRECTOR Kallan Koch CONTRIBUTORS Todd Adair Martha Uniacke Breen Sarah Pountney* Leslie C. Smith Charlie Vanderpol* Published in Canada FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES PLEASE EMAIL info@caymanmarshall.com caymanmarshallcollection.com All square footages are approximate. Some square footages include living space in the lower level. Information is subject to errors and omissions. Not intended to solicit properties currently for sale. Cayman Marshall International Realty Inc., Brokerage www.caymanmarshall.com Sales Representative* Broker & Broker of Record**
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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GOING THE EXTRA MILE FINDING YOUR DREAM PROPERTY, WITH HELP FROM CAYMAN MARSHALL'S JEFF LIDDLE
COVER STORY
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T H E T RU M P E F F ECT Four Years On
Finding Your Dream Property, with Help from Cayman Marshall's Jeff Liddle
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THE TRUMP EFFECT FOUR YEARS ON By Todd Adair
When Donald J. Trump was elected President of the United States in 2016, no one could predict what it would mean for U.S. (and indeed, international) politics, the economy, and for Canada.
Fast-forward to 2020. We’re in the midst of a global pandemic and uncertainty in both the financial and housing markets. I’m constantly being asked the same question: going into 2021, what happens now?
By the following spring, here at Cayman Marshall My answer has been the same for months: “Let me we made a surprising discovery. While of course a answer that after the U.S. election.” (Or to be more certain proportion of Americans specific, ask me after January, supported their President, many when the next President is sworn of our American contacts had in.) For me, the U.S. election a new interest in Canada, and presented a significant and defining specifically Muskoka – to, as moment for the housing markets, one of them memorably told a even here in Canada. Cayman Marshall rep, “get out of NO ONE COULD Trumpville.” Sales that summer to What would have happened if PREDICT WHAT IT American purchasers were up by Trump was re-elected? Friends who WOULD MEAN FOR more than 50% over the previous know me know I am not exactly U.S. (AND INDEED, year. (See our article, “The a Trump supporter, but I actually Trump Effect Reaches Muskoka,” believe that, for a variety of reasons, INTERNATIONAL)
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things would likely have carried on strong and healthy through 2021.
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A NEW ADMINISTRATION TAKES OVER IN JANUARY. BUT, COUPLED WITH THE EFFECTS OF A CRIPPLING PANDEMIC THAT HAS DOMINATED ALL OF OUR LIVES DURING THE YEAR JUST PAST, THE SENSE OF UNCERTAINTY ABOUT THE FUTURE CONTINUES.
2020 On the other hand, a Biden win brings with it a healthy dose of uncertainty. You don’t have to be a genius to to realize that Trump was likely to challenge the results if defeated. The worst possible scenario, where opposition to the election result leads to civil unrest – whether minor or major – could have a direct negative effect on money markets, and therefore the luxury real estate market. Anyone who doubts that need only look back to 2008, when real estate prices in Muskoka and elsewhere dropped by as much as 25%. There are other uncertainties facing us this year as well. While the truly heroic efforts of scientists across the world have delivered not one but several safe and effective vaccines, Covid-19 will still continue to be a major part of our lives, at least in the short term. Most experts say it will be well into summer before a majority of Canadians have been immunized, and pandemic precautions, from mask wearing and social distancing to intermittent business closures, will still be a reality for a while yet. Still, I am an optimist at heart, and there are reasons for hope. The election of Joe Biden does hold the promise of better
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days ahead, or at least a return to some semblance of normalcy – however you want to define “normalcy.” And the combined effects of a controversial President and the economic and social effects of Covid-19 made 2020 a banner year for Muskoka real estate. If you had to work from home, the reasoning went, why not work from the serenity and peace of your Muskoka cottage? (And if you didn’t already own property in the area, it was a strong incentive to purchase.) Crystal ball gazing – especially concerning the markets – is never easy, or even always wise. But I’m fairly confident about one thing: this burgeoning demand for property in Muskoka is not just a temporary uptick due to politics, or Covid, or even, to some extent, market volatility. I think we’re on the vanguard of a permanent demographic shift. So many people, Americans and Canadians alike, have told me they’ve fallen in love with the Muskoka lifestyle
and have no plans to leave. Executives who chose to ride out the pandemic by telecommuting from their cottages discovered that not only was it an efficient way to conduct business, but it provided unexpected perks – like being able to spend more time with family, and trade hours in traffic for extra time by the fire or watching the sun set over the lake. More than a few have decided to make Muskoka their permanent home, turning our area into something like a bedroom community, but with trees and clean air. And this won’t change any time soon, even with a vaccine and a new guy in the Oval Office. If you’ve been debating whether to take the plunge and invest in a Muskoka home, whether seasonal or permanent, there’s no reason to wait and hope for a correction, even with the continuing drama down south. What indicators we can see show that demand will continue to increase, probably for years to come. And that’s true whichever side of the border – and the political divide – you feel at home in.
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THE COMBINED EFFECTS OF A CONTROVERSIAL PRESIDENT AND THE ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL EFFECTS OF COVID-19 MADE 2020 A BANNER YEAR FOR MUSKOKA REAL ESTATE, THE LIKES OF WHICH WE’D NEVER EXPERIENCED IN OUR HISTORY.
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GOING THE EXTRA MILE Finding Your Dream Property, With Help from Cayman Marshall’s Jeff Liddle Especially when it comes to a country property, you can’t always tell when you’ve found the future site of your dreams. That’s when the expert eye of an experienced REALTOR® like Cayman Marshall’s Jeff Liddle can really come in handy. The way Randy and Susan Smart tell the story, the first time they saw their property, near South Portage on the shore of Lake of Bays, they say tactfully, “it didn’t fit our vision.” They had arrived a few minutes early for their appointment with Jeff to discover a wild, overgrown site, strewn with exposed boulders and with a precipitously steep, rocky hill right where you would want to build a larger home. The existing cottage on the site had been there in one form or another for almost 100 years, and there were signs of porcupine habitation everywhere. And even though the land included a nice expanse of lakefront, the dock was too close to the neighbours’ to provide the privacy they were seeking. By the time Jeff arrived for the walk-through, the Smarts were already getting in their car, ready to move on. Randy and Susan had been Muskoka cottagers from an early age. Randy’s grandmother had owned a cottage on Clear Lake since 1959, and he and his cousins had spent every summer
there since childhood. The couple wanted their two sons to enjoy the same classic Muskoka cottage experience, and for years had owned their own Three Mile Lake cottage. But when they got older and decided to retire to Muskoka themselves, they reluctantly realized it wouldn’t be suitable for long-term living. For one thing, they wanted a roomier property on a larger lake; bigger lakes can often provide more privacy than a smaller lake, where you inevitably see your neighbours most days. (That’s great for kids growing up, but not necessarily for a peaceful retirement retreat.) And they worried the layout of the cottage might not be right as they got older. They had met Jeff a few months earlier when he responded from Cayman Marshall to complete a property assessment. Jeff helped them make an offer on a property they had already been interested in; they lost out on that sale, but being impressed with his approach, hired him to ultimately find their dream retirement spot. And that’s how they came to check out the Lake of Bays site. Fortunately, Jeff had the expertise to notice a few things they had overlooked. “Just give me twenty minutes to walk around with you before you decide,” he told them.
Jeff’s advice gave them plenty to think about. As they toured the site, Jeff pointed out many advantages of purchasing an established lot. While the land was rocky and overgrown, it also had one of the best lake views in the Bona Vista area; with a combination of careful rock blasting and selective tree clearing, they could create a wonderful property. And despite its location on one of Muskoka’s most desirable (and priciest) lakes, the two-acre plot was well within their budget. Jeff’s advice gave them plenty to think about. Susan was the first to see the possibilities and was the driving force for taking on such a large project. A few days later, they returned to look at the property again, and decided to tear down, remodel the land and rebuild.
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“Muskoka is where I wanted to be.” Despite only being 34, Jeff has over a decade of experience already and is a top producer in his industry. After earning his business marketing degree, Jeff moved from his native Ancaster to Muskoka to begin his working life in the Golf Pro Shop at Deerhurst Resort; he’d grown up with a cottage in the area, and as he says simply, “Muskoka is where I wanted to be.” But golf is a short season, of course, and then you have to figure out what to do during the winter, he says; by 2008 he realized he had the choice of returning to the city to pursue a life in business, or find a new career here in Muskoka. Around the same time, his parents decided they wanted to buy a retirement property in Muskoka; looking at properties with them awakened his interest in real estate. He obtained his license and initially, struck out on his own. “Unfortunately, 2008 was a recession year,” he laughs now. “But I figured if you start at the bottom there’s nowhere to go but up!” Jeff’s knowledge of the region, especially the Huntsville/Lake of Bays area, was already well established when Todd Adair approached him to become one of the original trio of agents that would form Cayman Marshall International Realty Inc. in 2012. The two had worked together before, and Todd knew he’d be a valuable asset to the brand-new firm.
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“People don’t always understand what exactly a REALTOR® does and how they can help you,” he says. “Besides the million little things we do behind the scenes, we also see thousands of properties per year and have a clear idea of what’s out there and what the potential of a property like the Smarts’ can be, where the typical buyer may not.”
tradespeople in Muskoka is they all know each other – once you hire one, they can recommend other reliable ones they have worked with. I built quite a connections network and got to work with some really talented people.”
After buying their new property, the Smarts hired local architect Sandy Ebbs, who worked with Bill Nunn of Bill Nunn Designs to custom-build the new cottage, which combines timber-framing and modern construction methods such as double-roofing to blend classic comfort and looks with up-to-date technology. Randy, a born tinkerer, did much of the finishing work on the house himself, from the board-and-batten siding to the deck and railings. All the rock they blasted to clear room for the cottage and make the slopes a little safer, was reclaimed and reused in the property landscaping.
Looking out through the great room’s expansive windows at the garden and grassy slope that leads down to the water, the full magnificence of the view they almost passed up –which on a clear day offers a wide lake view with Bigwin Island rising in the distance – is one of the pleasures of what truly is their dream property.
To build the cottage, Randy chose to tackle the job of being his own general contractor. “I have limited construction experience, but I have plenty of project management experience from my working days, so I decided to do it myself. And the great thing about working with great
“It's such a peaceful place,” says Susan. “We love the quiet, and the wildlife: we’ve had deer, moose, bears and porcupines visit us, and ducks every spring and fall.” “And we really liked working with Jeff,” adds Randy. “I’ve dealt with a lot of different people during my career, and I really enjoyed working with him. He’s honest and upfront, which we really liked, and he has a lot of experience with the Lake of Bays area. He’s very professional, and we felt very strongly we wanted him to be the one we would work with.”
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ACCORDING TO TARY ROOSSIEN, FOUNDER OF URBAN RUSTIC LIVING IN HUNTSVILLE, CREATING THE COTTAGE BEDROOM OF YOUR DREAMS IS EASIER THAN YOU THINK— IT’S ALL ABOUT FOLLOWING A FEW SIMPLE RULES, AND LAYERING ON THE LUXURY.
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Setting the Stage
t’s a well-worn cliché that we spend a third of our lives sleeping. But at the cottage, often our bedrooms are the locale for other activities as well: reading, watching the sunset (or sunrise, or the stars), or simply retreating for a few minutes of quiet away from a houseful of family or friends.
Choosing a wall colour is a great place to start. Tary often recommends soothing, calm neutrals, especially for cottage bedrooms. “Often the most important feature in the room is the view,” she points out, “and a soft wall colour is a beautiful backdrop.”
Tary Roossien, decorator and founder of Urban Rustic Living in Huntsville, has lots of great ideas for bedrooms made for sweet cottage dreams. The store has one of the region’s largest collection of bedding essentials – from custom and in-stock furnishings and rugs, to quilts, bedding, pillows, and a fabulous assortment of accessories and other finishing touches. Tary and her team of designers also offer complete design and decorating services, whether for one room or your whole home. Recently, we sat down and asked her to tell us what goes into creating a great bedroom.
SILVER SATIN
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Some of her go-to favourites (all from Benjamin Moore Canada, which the store carries) are Silver Satin (OC-26), a wintry pale grey; Wickham Gray (HC-171), a cool grey that’s beautiful with white trim or natural woods; or Pale Oak (OC-20), a warm, taupey beige. “I’ve also been seeing a resurgence of accent walls, especially for the headboard wall,” she adds. “Darks like Gentleman’s Gray (2062-20) – really, a rich navy – or Charcoal Slate (HC-178) look great with clean whites or grey or dark woods.”
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Cast Some Light “Layering” your room lighting gives you a range of moods and options for different activities and times of day. For overhead lighting, placing a chandelier or pendant over the bed rather than in the centre of the room immediately ups the glamour quotient, and illuminates the room just as well as a centred ceiling light. You’ll want to supplement it with more focused light sources – twin bedside lamps (or, if space is an issue, wallmounted sconces or plug-in articulated lamps), and perhaps a floor lamp or two if the room is large.
And So to Bed The bed is the star player in most bedrooms, so it’s worth investing in the best bedlinens and other bedding essentials you can afford. Urban Rustic Living prides itself on having just about the largest collection of bedding in Muskoka: everything you need, including custom headboards and other bedroom furnishings, and a positively vast selection of pillows. As an alternative to a wood or metal bed frame, a headboard is essential as a place to prop pillows, rest your head, and to act as a visual anchor for the
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URBAN RUSTIC LIVING PRIDES ITSELF ON HAVING JUST ABOUT THE LARGEST COLLECTION OF BEDDING IN MUSKOKA
bed. The store can custom-design your headboard in the perfect size for your needs, in your choice of fabric, shape and style, and finishing touches such as tufting, buttons, nailheads and other detailing. Now it’s on to the most luxurious part: your bedding. “Linen is huge right now,” observes Tary. “It may be an investment, but once you’ve slept on linen sheets, you can never go back.” Linen is hypoallergenic, cool on warm nights, machine washable (in fact, it gets softer with repeated washing), and feels wonderful against your skin. If you’ve been skeptical of “faux feather” pillows and duvets in the past, you’ll be amazed at how the technology has advanced. Today’s versions have all the luxury and comfort of natural goosedown, with none of the drawbacks: they’re hypoallergenic, never absorb moisture or mildew (a consideration in Muskoka’s damp waterside environment), and easy to clean – not to mention vegan and cruelty-free.
Finishing touches Tary says no bedroom should be without a rug underfoot, even if the floors in the rest of the cottage are bare. It pulls the room together visually and adds coziness. Make sure it’s big enough to extend several feet out from the sides of your bed, to give your toes something soft and warm to land on when you rise in the morning! If space allows, add a reading nook. A comfy chair with a side table and a table or floor lamp gives you a perch to decompress and read, have a cup of tea, or just be quiet for a while. A bench at the foot of the bed not only gives you a place to sit to put on shoes, but makes a great landing spot for a suitcase or to stash extra pillows when you go to bed.
Subtle texture abounds in this elegant bedroom. To keep the feeling restful, colours were kept within a muted palette of white, grey and soft griege. But look more closely, and you’ll see plenty of understated contrast, to keep things visually interesting: a traditional nailed headboard in a classic shape, paired with the contemporary look of chrome bedside lamps and a lucite chandelier; chevron detailing on the accent wall and the strong diamond pattern of the duvet; a vaulted ceiling set off by crown moulding at standard ceiling height, adding a cozy human scale while keeping things airy and light.
Lastly, don’t forget to add some of your own personality! Urban Rustic has a wealth of wonderful accessories, art and other objects, to place alongside your own treasures found while travelling, antiquing, or exploring Muskoka’s great local art galleries. “Especially at the cottage, and particularly if you entertain or have family visit a lot,” says Tary, “it’s really worthwhile to take some time to invest in making your bedroom a wonderful cocoon you can get away to.”
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Making a large room feel cozy without sacrificing openness can be challenging. Tary and her team started by painting the headboard wall a dramatic navy, bringing out the subtle texture of the shiplap detail. The colour repeats in the upholstery of the loveseat, which does double duty: it substitutes for a bench at the foot of the bed, and also anchors a comfortable seating area under the window. At one corner of the room is a fireplace, the other a bookcase, complete with the Old World touch of a library ladder. Supporting players – the rug, which defines the seating area and breaks up the expanse of this big room; the chandelier, which illuminates both bed and seating; and wonderful oversize accessories like the mirror and trio of wooden candlesticks add both personality and scale.
Bringing a ’70s-era cottage up to date really centres on bringing in light and colour, as shown in this irresistible cottage bedroom. The team started by painting out all the pine board panelling in Simply White (OC-117), flooding the room with sunshine. Then they laid on fresh, pretty colour: turquoise bedding and matching pineapple lamps; pillows in turquoise, cream and cranberry, with a bit of texture in patterned lumbar pillows. The starburst-patterned wooden bed was too pretty to cover up with a bench at its foot, so a comfy armchair in one corner (not shown) provides a practical substitute. The design was finished with artwork that has a touch of turquoise, and a farmhouse-chic wood beaded chandelier, completing the artistic, laid-back vibe.
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Layering the perfect bed TA RY RO O S S I E N ’S T I P S F O R A P E R F E CT LY D R E S S E D B E D
Step 1: A Good Foundation
Step 4: The Pillow Effect
Start with a good base: a high quality mattress and foundation. Modern foam and foam/coil styles offer a range of comfort and firmness that will last for years if properly cared for. For extra softness, you might want to add a “feather bed” – actually a mattress topper that
The sleeping pillows are your foundation – use king size pillows for a king bed, and queen size for a queen. The fill is up to you, but Tary finds the hypoallergenic faux-feather pillow is the best way to go. Layer two or more decorative shams and/or pillows in front of
creates the effect of sleeping on a cloud.
your sleeping pillows, stuffed with full inserts for a crisp look.
Step 2: The Head of the Bed
Step 5: The Toss-Up
A headboard creates a foundation for pillows and anchors the bed, especially if you forego a bedframe, or have a frame that doesn’t feature one.
Pile on the toss cushions! Oodles of pillows not only make your bed look ready to dive into, but add colour and pattern. Minimum recommendation: for a kingsize, three Euros (26” x 26”) and one lumbar (18” x 48”); for queen-size, two Euros and one 14” x 23” lumbar.
Step 3: Sheet Music Choose good quality, preferably white sheets (it’s a classic you’ll never tire of). Natural linen, cotton, or high-quality synthetic blends are all good. Always make your bed with the finished side of your flat sheet face down, so that when you fold back the top you see the pretty edging or pattern.
Step 6 Throw Away Add a textured throw, placed casually on one side of the end of the bed – great for pulling over yourself if you’re stretching out for a read or a nap after lunch.
A duvet is key to making your bed look plush and inviting. Fold it in thirds either once or twice to get that lofty, layered look. The classic choice is a white or natural duvet cover – this is where linen really works its magic.
Step 7: Bench Press For a final touch, add a bench or ottoman at the end of the bed. It creates a finished look and makes everything come together. But more importantly, it’s a space to place all those toss cushions when sleeping.
For extra warmth, add a coverlet or quilt, folded and draped across the lower third of the bed. Another option is placing it the full length of the bed, then folded down to half; many coverlets are double-sided, offering a contrasting pattern to complement the front.
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An extra tip: For a seasonal changeover, create a neutral foundation through sheets and duvet covers. Then changing out pillows, throws and the coverlet can give you a fresh summer and cozy winter look.
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900 FT., SOUTH EXPOSURE, 2+1 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS – LAKE MUSKOKA
$899,900
900 FT., SOUTH EXPOSURE, 2+1 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS – LAKE MUSKOKA VILLAS
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$949,000
SOLD: HUNTSVILLE HUNTSVILLE
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EXCLUSIVE WATERFRONT BUILDING LOTS, HUNTSVILLE CHAIN OF LAKES, CALL OFFICE FOR MORE DETAILS – LAKE VERNON
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IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK… One man’s passion for thoughtful repurposing leads to an extraordinary domicile | By Leslie C. Smith Lady Eaton used to gaze proudly at the four antique French tapestries that once graced her King City estate. The chancellor of Trinity College, Gerrard Brakenbridge Strathy, would survey his large Rosedale property through leaded ornamental windows. Executives at CIBC’s Toronto headquarters once gathered in a mezzanine cloaked in the same white oak panelling.
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These antique materials and much, much more were all meticulously sourced, restored, and given a new home by businessman (and Maple Leaf Gardens part-owner) Terence Jeffries. His retirement project – turning a nondescript cabin located on a 96acre site in Raymond, Ontario, into a fantastic homage to the classic English
country house – began in 1974 and likely continued until his death in 2010. As his daughter, Nancy MacKenzie, relates in a recent interview, her father was stationed in England during WWII and fell in love with the manor house esthetic. He decided to sell his Toronto house and concentrate on recreating this look in the middle of the Muskokas. “When he first drew up the plans and showed them to my mother, there was this big garage but no kitchen,” MacKenzie laughs, adding that Shirley Jeffries soon rectified the mistake. Growing up at YD Manor (an anagram of Raymond, one of Terry’s little inside jokes) was a charmed experience for their two daughters, Nancy and Kelly. “It’s a lovely spot,” MacKenzie says. “The two incredible fireplaces are great for gathering all year round, and we used the huge screened-in porches a lot during the summer.” A third-floor loft enlivened by wood inlay in a giant checkerboard pattern saw many games played there over the years. Outside
trails ideal for long hikes or snowshoeing also provide habitat for deer and other wildlife. The long meadow and hemlock forest out back made for “amazing hide-and-seeks.” For water sports, Skeleton Lake is just a short drive away. Among the many amenities YD Manor offers are two large basement workshops, where Terry would personally renovate the old entryways that make up the bulk of the home’s millwork. One of his best finds were the original doors from Toronto’s famed King Edward Hotel, which Terry bought for $10 apiece back in the ’80s. “They were covered in plywood,” MacKenzie remembers. “He stripped that away and there was this gorgeous wood underneath.” The doors themselves were turned sideways to become panelling with raised surface interest. In these days when interior design has been pared down to a bland fare-theewell, how wonderful it is to find such a rare historic and artistic gem for sale. It’s proof that building character takes real time and effort.
SOLD: RAYMOND
RAYMOND $1,399,000
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SOLD: BIGWIND LAKE BIGWIND LAKE
$1,349,000
SOLD: LAKE VERNON LAKE VERNON
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$1,495,000
SOLD: FAIRY LAKE FAIRY LAKE
SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA
$1,550,000
$1,498,000
SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA
$1,589,000
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$1,779,000
SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU LAKE ROSSEAU
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SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA
SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS
SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA
$2,295,000
LAKE OF BAYS
SOLD: GEORGIAN BAY GEORGIAN BAY
$2,390,000
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$2,349,000
SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH
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EXCLUSIVE A STUNNING 98 ACRES, 9,034 SQ.FT., 6 BEDROOM, 8 BATHS GETAWAY JUST FOR YOU! – MUSKOKA LAKES
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SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS $2,499,000
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$2,585,000
SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS LAKE OF BAYS
SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS LAKE OF BAYS
$2,750,000
$2,595,000
SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA
$2,895,000
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SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS LAKE OF BAYS
$3,195,000
SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH
$3,495,000
SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH
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WITH GORDON BAY MARINE!
CELEBRATING 60 YEARS IN BUSINESS
GORDON BAY MARINE has come a long way since founder Bruce Hatherley first started repairing neighbours’ boats from his tiny boathouse shop at the north end of Lake Joseph. Sixty years later, that little boathouse is now part of the largest full-service boat sales and service dealership in Ontario, offering everything you need for carefree summers out on the water. GBM’s huge, gleaming sales floor showcases fourteen of the best brands in the boating world. Visit our retail shop for great things for the cottage, from barbecues and hot tubs to outdoor furniture. And when summer ends, our ATV and snowmobile showroom keeps the fun going all winter long. The company’s reputation for service is unmatched. Along with our factory-trained technicians and well-equipped service bays, our fleet of workboats can provide repairs dockside, along with a company
float plane for remote service, and trucks for secure pickup and delivery. We also offer offseason storage and much more. Looking to turn heads on the water? Check out the Donzi Classic Series. These breathtaking speedboats are virtually unchanged from legendary boat designer Don Aranow’s original vision – they’re the marine equivalent of a classic Corvette sports car. For watersport enthusiasts, Malibu is the athlete’s choice and the industry leader in innovative surf technology, with features like Power Wedge and Surf Gate, which let you precisely control the wake either from the cockpit or from a wrist controller on the skier’s arm. Drop by and check out the newest boats for 2021 in our safe, fully sanitized showroom. We’ll help you get ready for your best summer ever!
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EXCLUSIVE 2,417 SQ.FT., .73 ACRES, WEST EXPOSURE, 225 FT., 3 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU
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EXCLUSIVE 479 FT., 6.72 ACRES, 2,260 SQ.FT., 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS – LAKE JOSEPH
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EXCLUSIVE 593 FT. OF HARD PACKED SAND AND BEAUTIFUL SUNSETS – LITTLE LAKE JOSEPH
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SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH
$3,795,000
SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA
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LAKE ROSSEAU
SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA
$4,495,000
SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH
$4,595,000
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SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA
SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH
$5,750,000
SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU LAKE ROSSEAU
$6,495,000
SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH
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EXCLUSIVE 360 FT., 5,343 SQ.FT., 3 ACRES, 5 BEDROOMS, 5 BATHS – LAKE JOSEPH
$6,295,000
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$6,995,000
SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU $7,195,000
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$7,395,000
SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA
SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH
$7,995,000
$7,495,000
SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU LAKE ROSSEAU
$7,995,000
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SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH
$15,995,000
SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU LAKE ROSSEAU
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EXCLUSIVE 310 FT., 5,000 SQ.F.T, 7 BEDROOMS, 5+2 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU
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EXCLUSIVE 300 FT., 2.27 ACRES, 5,958 SQ.FT., 6 BEDROOMS, 5 BATHS – LAKE JOSEPH
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300 FT., 2.27 ACRES, 5,958 SQ.FT., 6 BEDROOMS, 5 BATHS – LAKE JOSEPH
$9,950,000
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EXCLUSIVE 1,092 FT., 40 ACRES, DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY, SOUTHWEST EXPOSURE, LOCATED ON PRIME – LAKE JOSEPH
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EXCLUSIVE 304 FT., 2.35 ACRES, 6,700 SQ.FT. , NORTH WEST EXPOSURE, 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU
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EXCLUSIVE 304 FT., 2.35 ACRES, 6,700 SQ.FT. , NORTH WEST EXPOSURE, 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU
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CAYMAN MARSHALL ADVANTAGE “Become so skilled, so vigilant, so flat-out fantastic at what you do that your talent cannot be dismissed.” – Oprah Winfrey When we opened the doors of Cayman Marshall International Realty Inc. as a small boutique brokerage firm to serve the Muskoka real estate market in 2012, we did so with the intention of redefining the level of service that clients could expect from our real estate professionals. Since then, we have grown into an impressive team of top-producing realtors and brokers committed to ensuring our clients receive the highest level of service when buying or selling property in one of Canada’s most sought-after luxury destinations. We at Cayman Marshall have been entrusted with the most prestigious waterfront properties in Muskoka. As leaders in luxury and waterfront real estate, we have had record sales on many of Muskoka’s finest lakes with sales now surpassing the billion-dollar mark we’ve secured our position as a leader in luxury real estate. We have offices in Port Carling, Huntsville/Lake Of Bays and Toronto. Our in-house IT professionals have developed proprietary online tools and software, interactive and intuitive websites, lifestyle tours, stunning photography and an astonishing network of over 400 local and international referral partners to ensure our clients’ listings get the exposure they need to attract the most discerning local and international buyers.
The Cayman Marshall team celebrating success at Le Westin Resort & Spa in Mont-Tremblant, Quebec last January.
Cayman Marshall was named one of “Canada’s Fastest Growing Companies” by McLean’s Magazine two years in a row (2018 & 2019). We have also been named one of Canada’s fastest growing companies by the Globe and Mail this past Fall. We expect to keep our title as the disrupter in luxury real estate.
We now print four issues per year, with an annual distribution of 200,000. Each magazine is delivered to the front door of homes and cottages of highnet-worth clientele throughout Ontario.
Founded on the principles of teamwork, service and value, Cayman Marshall is the best advantage for buyers and sellers alike in Ontario. If you’re looking for a real estate solution that’s undeniably different, please reach out to myself or one of my teammates and start experiencing the advantage!
We are proud to mention that the Cayman Marshall Port Carling brokerage was just voted (by a large panel of international judges) to be the “Best Real Estate Agency in Canada”, two years in a row – a title that we cherish!
Todd Adair
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MEET THE TEAM...
RAY DICKSON**
TODD ADAIR*
President/Sales Representative Todd became the President of Cayman Marshall International Realty in 2012. He then became the majority shareholder and recently purchased the entire company. In Todd’s downtime, you will find him buying, building or renovating his own real estate projects, on the water wakeboarding and kite surfing, or hacking up the fairways of a local golf course. However, Todd’s most important job is being a husband and father to his family of four.
KALLAN KOCH
JEFF LIDDLE*
Chief Editor
Sales Representative
Kallan is originally from Ottawa but has called Muskoka her home for the past three years. Kallan is an outdoors enthusiast and enjoys all that Muskoka has to offer. With many years of experience in customer service, we are delighted to have her on our Cayman Marshall team!
Jeff entered into real estate in 2008 facing a down market and a recession. Overcoming the odds, Jeff has now become a “top producer” in his industry. Working and living in Muskoka comes with a deep appreciation; it is this appreciation that Jeff portrays to his clients every day.
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JOEL ADAIR*
MIKE ARNOLD*
Broker of Record
Sales Representative
Sales Representative
Ray has been enjoying Muskoka for the past 40+ years and is happy to call it home with his wife Johanna and their two boys. His passion for Muskoka is equally shared with everything real estate and his “this is what I do because I love it” approach.
Growing up on the lakes gave Joel a passion for water sports and the outdoors. Toronto has been home for the past ten years, but Joel will always feel at home on the Big 3. Whether trading residential or commercial real estate, Joel’s nearly 15 years in the business gives his clients a wealth of knowledge they can depend on. He is best known for helping clients build strong real estate portfolios and finding exceptional spaces to call home.
With 25 years’ experience in sales and marketing, joining the Cayman Marshall team was a great fit for Michael. His “customer first” dedication to his clients has always resulted in successful long-term relationships. With a passion for boating and water sports, Michael looks forward to enjoying all that the Muskoka Lakes has to offer.
KRISTIN McCREA
MEREDITH PARSONS
SARAH POUNTNEY*
Office Manager/Personal Assistant to Todd Adair
Kristin and her family enjoy calling Muskoka home. In 2015 Kristin began her career with Cayman Marshall and has been lucky to work alongside some of the most talented agents in the business. During her spare time you can find Kristin and her family experiencing all the outdoor activities that Muskoka has to offer.
Designer/Stylist
Licensed Assistant
Meredith was born and raised in Mississauga and spent her summers as a child exploring Muskoka. Meredith developed a love for architecture and design at a young age and was able to turn her passion into a career after completing her education in Interior Design at Ryerson University. With over 5 years of experience in the design industry, Meredith is developing her craft while creating beautiful and timeless interiors.
Sarah was born and raised just North of Muskoka. She enjoys the outdoors on the lakes of Muskoka, and islands of Georgian Bay. Sarah is passionate about travel. She has just returned home from Turks and Caicos Islands where she worked in Private International Banking. With over thirteen years of experience in customer relationship building, she is an excellent addition to the Cayman Marshall Team.
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DAVID BEMMANN**
Broker
With over 13 years of experience, Dave has become a top selling agent of luxury waterfront property in Muskoka. Dave lives on Lake Rosseau and spends much of his time on the water. His commitment to customer service, professionalism and honesty provides his clients with an enjoyable and successful real estate experience.
CLAUDIA SPAHR-KAYE
CAT BROWN*
STEVE HADDOCK* AMANDA HOOKINGS*
Sales Representative
Sales Representative
Growing up in Waterloo, Cat was fortunate enough to spend all of her summers at her family cottage on Lake of Bays. Cayman Marshall sought after Cat for her enthusiastic, positive attitude and Cat is now thrilled to be building a career in Sales with the Cayman Marshall Team.
Steve is a strong relationship builder, honest and dedicated to Customer Service. This combined with his intimate knowledge of Muskoka lakes and area has made him a consistent top producer. Steve is an avid cyclist and golfer and maintains residences in Toronto and Muskoka and ties to both communities. His mantra and favourite quote is to “get up, dress up, show up, and never give up”.
MICHELLE STILLAR*
CHARLIE VANDERPOL*
Rental Manager
Sales Representative
Licensed Assistant
Claudia was born in Toronto and grew up in the Durham area. She relocated to Huntsville with her family 6 years ago. She has travelled around the world during her 20 year career in aviation. Working as a corporate flight attendant for ONEX, she perfected her customer service and culinary skills while working for some of the world’s most influential people.
Michelle being born and raised on the northern shores of Georgian Bay loves being on the water and being involved in the real estate market. Her love for renos gives her an inside scoop in the world of home and cottage ownership and being the newest member, looks forward to being a valuable asset to the team!
Charlie made the move over 6 years ago to beautiful Muskoka where she spent time growing up on the lake and always wanting to make Muskoka part of her roots and pursue her career. With many years of experience in customer service and relations, Charlie is determined and focused on customers and the team members of Cayman Marshall, making her a great addition and asset to our team.
Cayman Marshall International Realty Inc., Brokerage caymanmarshall.com ■ Sales Representative* Broker & Broker of Record**
Licensed Assistant Growing up in Toronto, Amanda spent summers going to camp in Muskoka and always enjoyed the atmosphere and beauty the area had to offer. With over six years of experience in customer relations, Amanda is an ideal fit for the Cayman Marshall team.
JESSICA KAYE*
Sales Representative
Jess prides herself on being born and raised in Muskoka, spending summers on the lakes and winters on the snowmobile trails. Jess’ understanding for Muskoka is what helps her succeed in making the real estate transaction successful and enjoyable for all her clients.
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