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Next-Level Luxury Adventures in a Country Built for Driving

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EDITOR’S NOTE

elcome to another beautiful issue of Cayman Marshall South Edition, and the first of 2022! It’s hard to believe the holiday season is behind us, and winter has fully taken hold across the province. 2021 was a challenging year, to say the least, and 2022 seems to have started out that way as well. Despite the ongoing stress and uncertainty the pandemic continues to bring, it looks like yet another strong year in the luxury real estate market – provided that the supply can catch up with the demand. I hope you can find a few quiet moments to sit by a fire with a glass of wine (or your favourite drink of choice), and take in yet another stunning issue of our magazine. I found the article “The Future is Female" particularly compelling, as Cayman Marshall is truly a femaledominated workforce. I am beyond proud of the brilliant females that I have on my team, and encourage you to read all about these seven successful female leaders as they share their stories and advice. In this issue you’ll also find great decorating advice from designer Diana Rose in ”Trends to Watch Out For in 2022,” and tips for mixing up some fun non-alcoholic cocktails!

TODD ADAIR*

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As always, a huge thank-you to our editorial staff who work so tirelessly on these issues. I am honoured to work with such a dedicated and dynamic team. We hope you find lots to love in the pages of this issue.

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SOUTH | WINTER 2021/22 EDITORS Todd Adair* Lauren Lowe JD Sterne ART DIRECTOR Kelsey Kennerell PHOTOGRAPHERS Andre Carriere Peter Esteves Kallan Koch Micheal Muraz Mark Wilson ADVERTISING DIRECTOR JD Sterne CONTRIBUTORS Todd Adair* Martha Uniacke Breen Brooke Madden Diana Rose DC Rutherford Mike Spry Charlie Vanderpol* Published in Canada FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES PLEASE EMAIL info@caymanmarshall.com caymanmarshallmagazine.ca 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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS COVER STORY 102 PORSCHE EXPERIENCE CA N A DA

Next-Level Luxury Adventures in a Country Built for Driving

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L AC O ST E

1 H OT E L TO RO N TO

SPIRITED WITHOUT S P I R I TS

Winter 2022 Premieres

Winter Accessories Sustainability, Luxury, and the Modern Hotel

Cocktailing with Lyre's & Fever-Tree

THE FUTURE IS FEMALE

Canadian Female Leaders in Business

2 0 2 2 T R E N D S TO WATC H O U T F O R

RO C K S O L I D B U I L D S

HIDDEN GEMS

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My Newfound(land) Favourite TV Show

Southern Ontario Restaurants with Good Food, Good People, and Good Times

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R E N TA L L I ST I N G S

YO U R S L I C E O F PA RA D I S E AWA I TS

M U S KO K A L I ST I N G S

Classic Cottage Dream, on Horseshoe Lake

The Start of a New Legacy

100 G E T I N T H E K N O W

The Benefits of Listing Exclusively

EXECUTIVE STYLING & FUNCTIONALITY PREMIUM QUALITY & INNOVATIVE - HOME OFFICE & MODULAR SHELVING

ROCK SOLID BUILDS

Season 2 premieres Thursday, January 27 at 10 p.m.

Following a construction journey like no other, Rock Solid Builds takes viewers to Newfoundland where third-generation builder Randy Spracklin and his team battle the island’s rugged terrain and notoriously harsh weather to pull off historical renovations and jaw-dropping builds.

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ISLAND OF BRYAN

Season 4 premieres Sunday, March 27 at 10 p.m. Bryan and Sarah Baeumler’s epic family adventure continues in Island of Bryan 4. Months after re-opening, Caerula Mar Club is running as smoothly as can be expected. With the effects of the pandemic waning, the Baeumlers can finally set up their new home base in Wellington, Florida, just a short commute from the hotel. In order to make their Florida house a home, it is going to take a whole lot of work, while the island continues to deliver challenge after challenge. Will Bryan and Sarah’s attempt to reclaim some normalcy result in more chaos for the family, or is this the future for the Baeumlers?

Siblings Billy and Carolyn are a professional renovation team who grew up on their own family’s farm, learning firsthand how to restore and reclaim the charm of heritage homes. In the series, Carolyn’s stunning designs and Billy’s custom craftsmanship tackle the toughest farmhouse renovations, bringing beautiful designs and customized modern conveniences to each new project. Breathing new life into these spectacular vintage spaces, they give each project a fresh start for the next generation of homeowners.

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his gem of a property is the kind of family compound that only rarely comes up these days, and never stays on the market for very long. It’s a classic Muskoka family cottage, surrounded by pine trees and granite outcrops, owned by just a few families since the early days and often passed down from generation to generation. Now, says Cayman Marshall realtor Steve Haddock, it’s ready for another family to start their own new traditions here. A little over five acres in total, the property comprises a full 1,000 feet of southwest-facing shoreline on beautiful Horseshoe Lake, just north of Lake Joseph and about ten minutes from the town of Rosseau. Horseshoe, Haddock observes, is just the right size for waterskiing and sailing – but quiet enough to enjoy an early-morning paddle, as the mist rises over water as still as glass.

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lake, landscape, sunsets.

It’s all about the the classic rock-and-pine the beautiful

he main cottage is an authentic log cabin originally built in 1935, upgraded and enlarged by the current owners into a comfortable three-bedroom cottage with a loft. There’s also a cozy sleeping cabin at the water’s edge with a screen porch perched right over the water; the current owners say that enjoying morning coffee out there almost feels like you’re on a houseboat, and affords a ringside view of wildlife on the lake.

One of the crown jewels of the property is its two-storey boathouse, an update of an older one on the site (whose base now serves as the crib for a nearby dock) and a rarity on Horseshoe Lake, since the construction of new boathouses is no longer permitted. The boathouse includes a generous-sized slip at water level large enough for up to two boats, with expansive guest quarters and a vaulted ceiling on the second storey above. The shoreline is quite shallow here, making it safe for little kids to paddle about (in other places it’s as deep as seventy feet, excellent for fishing).

It’s the kind of property that many of us think of when we picture the classic Muskoka family cottage.

rom the boathouse deck high above the water, says another of the current owners – herself part of the third generation of this family to grow up here – there’s clear views of both sunrise and sunset; at night, you can see a panoramic view of the stars from the comfort of your bed. “I have never seen the Milky Way as clearly as I have from here,” she says. One of the more unusual features is a small private island, easily accessible by canoe or, for the more adventurous, a brisk 180-metre swim across the channel. It’s great for picnics, exploring and walking in nature, or kid-safe campouts, and features an old stone fireplace set on an outcropping of rocks at the shoreline, built at the same time as the original cabin and one of two on the property (the other stands in front of the main cottage).

ut when the mood strikes for a great restaurant meal, shopping, or just everyday supplies like the grocery store or the LCBO, the town of Rosseau is just ten minutes down the road, and the larger community of Parry Sound is another five minutes after that. The lake also features a close-knit community of fellow cottagers; the neighbours are close enough for the kids to play with and the grownups to meet for a drink, but far enough away that you can freely enjoy uninterrupted family time when you prefer. As Steve Haddock says, “it’s the kind of property that many of us think of when we picture the classic Muskoka family cottage.” And the time has come for a new family to establish themselves here – whether they choose to build on the legacy that has been here from the beginning, or to start completely fresh. “It’s all about the lake, the classic rock-and-pine landscape, the beautiful sunsets,” says Steve. “These are just some of the things that make this a grade-A property.”

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1 HOTEL TORONTO ISN’T LIKE THE OTHER:

Sustainability, Luxury, and the Modern Hotel Photo: Lobby | Credit: Brandon Barre

B Y DC RU THER F OR D

Few entities define their cities like hotels. They are cultural and architectural landmarks through which we can trace our histories and mythology. The Chateau Laurier in Ottawa, host to kings, queens, and Karsh. The Queen Elizabeth Hotel in Montreal, in the centre of the city’s golden mile, where John and Yoko staged their 1969 bed-in. The Hotel Chelsea in Manhattan, venue for literary giants like Sam Shepard, Jack Kerouac, Mark Twain, and Tennessee Williams to craft their legacies. The Savoy in London, boasting stays by Oscar Wilde, Judy Garland, Marilyn Monroe, and the Beatles. These

hallowed estates towered (often literally) over their cities, locations where their biographies were written, cultures refined, politics argued, and cityscapes defined. The hotels represented our dreams and our realities at once. But, like their city hosts, hotels have evolved. In the age of Airbnb and budgeting, chain hotels and alternative lodging, hotels must now not just compete for the marketplace and aspire to cultural definition, but to social and societal leadership. It is from this evolution that 1 Hotel Toronto was born.

Photo: Lobby | Credit: Brandon Barre

Rockwell Group and project managed by The Athens Group, which specializes in the development of environmentally conscious upscale hospitality properties.”

“Our vision for the hotel invites guests to celebrate Toronto’s ecology through materiality and locally made artwork,” declares Rockwell Group founder David Rockwell, whose company collaborated on the design. As the world reckons with the challenges of climate change and globalization, the marketplace and industry are more attuned to the socioeconomic and environmental responsibility that their guests demand. So how do you balance opulence with ecology? 1 Hotel Toronto sees itself as a leader in this new-age philosophy, both aesthetically and in its common practices. To enter into 1 Hotel Toronto is to arrive in the warm embrace of their sustainability mission. Guests are greeted on arrival to a reception desk and lobby lounge draped in the backdrop of an “Eramosa stone wall with wood-like striations, which was carved out of glacial activity along nearby Eramosa River.” The venue’s biophilic design – the practice of connecting people and nature within built environments and communities – was established “in collaboration with award-winning architecture and design firm

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Floor-to-ceiling windows illuminate both the interior’s eco-reverie and the city’s majesty. One hundred and twelve guest rooms feature panoramic views and luxury full-amenity suites. Organic linens, natural cotton robes, rainfall showers, and Bamford bath products populate each room with sustainable comfort and comforts. A water filtration system and tumblers and carafes “made from reclaimed wine bottles reduce the need for single-use plastics.” A unique touch of chalkboards in rooms eliminates the need for pads of paper and adds a sense of charm and familiarity, making each room feel like home – or the kind of modern and sustainable home you wished you lived in.

Photo: City Lounge King Room | Credit: Brandon Barre

OUR VISION FOR THE HOTEL INVITES GUESTS TO CELEBRATE TORONTO’S ECOLOGY THROUGH MATERIALITY & LOCALLY MADE ARTWORK.

Photo: Skyline One Bedroom Flat | Credit: Brandon Barre

The hotel’s design is nature-based, inspired by Toronto’s unique four-season reality and lakeside setting. The planners worked in collaboration with International Landscaping in building the most eco-friendly and geographically attuned hotel the city has ever seen. Sharon Carlson, International Landscaping development designer, celebrates a unique feature in using “local granite from the Canadian Shield. And then also just incorporating that with some native plants, mindful of the urban context.” Over 3000 plants cultivated by International Landscaping can be found throughout 1 Hotel Toronto’s interior and exterior.

The establishment has committed itself to innumerable sustainability initiatives, such as zero waste through on-site composting, recycling all paper, plastic, glass, and hazardous waste, converting 100% of kitchen oil and grease into biofuel, and energy-efficient heating and cooling systems. Both 1 Hotel Toronto and International Landscaping “worked with local vendors and artists” in maintaining their mission, notes Carlson, including local woodworking studio Just Be Woodsy, who repurposed fallen Toronto trees into unique hand-crafted furnishings such as dining tables, grazing boards, host desks and side tables.

Photo: 1 Kitchen Toronto | Credit: Brandon Barre

Photo: 1 Kitchen Toronto Juice Bar | Credit: Brandon Barre

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The attention to community and ecological concerns at 1 Hotel Toronto is seemingly endless. Using existing structures and infrastructure left over from the location’s Thompson Hotel days was key to maintaining the integrity of the project’s mandate. “There was an existing structure that was underutilized at the pavilion by a reflecting pond,” says Carlson. “We transformed that into a functional garden for the restaurant that uses different herbs, some fruit, flowering plants, and actually grows for the venue. Just having that opportunity to have that tactile experience for some of the chefs, to come out and have that harvest and grow some of the items onsite, is a unique experience.” The garden pavilion, which also boasts a “bee hotel” to increase pollination from local bees (plus a honey farm designed by Montreal apiarists Alvéole), supplies all on-property restaurants with herbs, fruits, lettuces, edible flowers, peppers, onions, and beans; and aspires to a larger contribution to the fare that makes its way to guests’ plates, in-room or at one of their dining options: 1 Kitchen Toronto, Flora Lounge, Casa Madera and Harriet’s Toronto. Each kitchen’s team is well-versed in eco-practices and maintains intimate relationships with local farmers to ensure farm-to-table offerings at their best while supporting their community.

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Photo: Garden Pavilion | Credit: Brandon Barre

Photo: 1 Kitchen Toronto | Credit: Brandon Barre

All dining options at 1 Hotel Toronto offer distinctive plates, in the accommodation’s tradition of locality and sustainability, each with its own twist on the mission and with menus culled from the garden pavilion and local farmers and suppliers. 1 Kitchen Toronto’s “goal is to create an experience as close to dining by a farm or coastline in downtown Toronto with direct relationships to its beloved purveyors from the land and sea. The menu is produce-led, peppered with

THE CROWN JEWEL ATOP 1 HOTEL TORONTO IS HARRIET’S TORONTO

Photo: Harriet's Raw Bar Sushi & The Beaches Cocktail | Credit: Hector Vasquez

artful pickling, fermenting, and smoking.” Be careful not to salivate on the elmwood! Flora Lounge, the hotel’s lobby bar, prides itself on Ontario delicacies and ingredients found no further than 100 kilometres from the venue. The soon-to-open Casa Madera will offer a fine dining option, blending Mexican and Mediterranean influences led by Chef Olivier Le Calvez and his 25 years of experience “strongly influenced by his native country, as well as European, Asian, and Latin American techniques.” The crown jewel atop 1 Hotel Toronto is Harriet’s Toronto (adjoining the rooftop pool), indeed a singular addition to the city's cultural venues and skyline, with a design inspired by 1920s lounges, and craft cocktails infused by the garden pavilion’s offerings. City and lake views are complemented by 1 Hotel Toronto’s world-renowned (literally, having plied his trade in Los Angeles, Miami, Las Vegas, the Bahamas, and Saudi Arabia) Executive Chef Derek Powers Jr.’s unique menu of Japanese-inspired delicacies. But knowing the city’s climate as 1 Hotel Toronto does, the rooftop’s guests can enjoy those views and dishes year-round. Sliding glass walls and a retractable roof that makes the Rogers Centre blush with envy allow a full calendar to experience live music and DJs, surrounded by the comfort of reclaimed local elmwood that can be seen throughout the hotel. In fact, wood plays a prominent role in defining 1 Hotel Toronto’s aesthetic and mission, as a barn in Blyth, Ontario, provided the lumber.

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Photo: Flora Lounge | Credit: Brandon Barre

The Chateau Laurier in Ottawa has its postcard presence, Manhattan’s Chelsea its cultural cachet, Montreal’s Queen Elizabeth its historical footnotes, and London’s Savoy its old-world regality, but for the new world, 1 Hotel Toronto is in a league of its own. While those hotels, established landmarks all, are content with providing guests with an experience rooted in the past, in history, in legacy, 1 Hotels is leading hoteliers into a new era of sustainability, responsibility, and ecological awareness. Not only is it hyper-aware of its role in perpetuating its community, but its commitment to a socially responsible mission provides a new template for the industry. Commerce, community, and ecology can and must co-exist, and 1 Hotels is a living breathing example of how cities cannot just be defined by their hotels, but redefined by them as well: truly a “‘sustainable luxury experience” for the new realities of contemporary travel and lodging.

1 HOTELS IS LEADING HOTELIERS INTO A NEW ERA OF SUSTAINABILITY, RESPONSIBILITY, AND ECOLOGICAL AWARENESS.

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fresh espresso • 10mL premium vanilla syrup (not vanilla essence)

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Method: Dry shake, 1/2 fill shaker with ice, shake hard briefly, fine strain

Method: Pour Lyre’s Apéritif Dry into a highball glass filled with ice cubes. Squeeze over and drop in the lemon wedges. Top up with the Fever-Tree Mediterranean Tonic Water. Garnish with a thyme sprig.

GUNNER • ¾ Fever-Tree Premium Ginger Ale • ¼ Fever-Tree Premium Ginger Beer • 3 dashes Angostura Bitters • Garnish: lime wedge

Method: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes. Add the bitters. Pour over the Fever-Tree Premium Ginger Ale and top up with Fever-Tree Premium Ginger Beer. Garnish with a lime wedge.

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LYRE’S NEGRONI • 30mL Lyre's Dry London Spirit • 30mL Lyre's Apéritif Rosso • 30mL Lyre's Italian Orange

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The Future is

By Brooke Madden

successful female leaders share their stories and advice. Women in leadership positions are a special kind of power force. Perhaps it’s our inherent, often subtle defiance of the status quo; maybe it’s a primal drive to empower others like ourselves. It likely has something to do with the inexplicable yet undeniable rush of serotonin we get from the “Let’s go, girls!” part of that Shania Twain song. Motivations aside, girl power is growing rapidly in business. Research shows that Canadian female entrepreneurship has risen 30% since 2011. But what does it take to be a successful female leader? We decided to speak with seven accomplished women in multiple fields to find out.

Carmen Sandor

CEO and Founder, Green Owl Vodka

s a former tennis pro and team captain, Green Owl Vodka founder and CEO Carmen Sandor not only knows what it takes to be a team player, but to be a strong leader. Having climbed the ladder in the finance world, Carmen took a leap of faith and left her office job to pursue a passion project, one that would soon become stocked in 140 LCBO locations across the province. As the only green tea-flavoured vodka in Canada, Green Owl is “changing the way people drink vodka,” according to Sandor, who points out that the product is light, fresh, natural, and has no artificial ingredients. Carmen values empathy and communication in her leadership style. “One of the beautiful things about being a woman is that we’re really great communicators. Women have an elevated level of empathy, and that’s really important [in] a leader.” However, she also acknowledges that empathy only goes so far. “You have to find a way to be assertive, and go after what you want for your brand. Have an opinion, and take a stance.”

Alexis Green “O

ver the years, I did everything: busser, server, bartender, manager, director of food and beverage,” says Fever-Tree marketing manager Alexis Green. After attending school for graphic design, Alexis took a job in the marketing department of a company that owned restaurants and nightclubs, later moving on to a sales position. The experience gave her a wide array of useful skills in the competitive food and beverage arena, that made her uniquely suited for Fever-Tree. Today Green describes her work with Fever-Tree as focusing on “bring[ing] quality and choice into the mixer category.” As she proudly notes, “Now, in Canada, we have 16 different flavours in the tonic, ginger soda, and ‘refreshingly light’ range.

Marketing Manager, Fever-Tree There really is a Fever-Tree for everyone.” Alexis values collaboration as a leader. She encourages women to “evolve, nurture key strengths, and tackle areas of opportunities, personality, and competencies.” Nobody on your team is more or less important, valuable, or worth being thought less of. She advises, “Always see things as an opportunity to learn,” and to “be bold, and take risks!” Most importantly, she says, “Treat everyone well.”

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Kat Florence

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t was a passion project. Everyone thought I was crazy, but I knew that I would always be okay,” says Kat Florence of the jewellery company that bears her name.

After completing a undergrad science degree and a masters in education, Kat Florence moved to Bangkok, where she worked at an art-based school as an educator for nearly a decade. Thailand happens to be a hub for gemstones, and over time she found her true passion.

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Owner and Designer, Kat Florence Jewellery

Kat noticed that even in high-end jewellery, the design doesn’t always showcase the gemstone in its best light. So she decided to become an expert on the subject, and began to create unique, rare gemstone-focused designs. Today, Kat Florence Jewellery sells around the world to collectors and auction houses, and does a new launch every month. “Each piece is about the rare jewel and its origin. That is where I begin every design,” says Kat. Florence believes it’s important for a female leader to “curate the individuals close to you.” Other key factors to success, she says, include “being consistent, knowing all aspects of your business, and never going into a situation unprepared.”

Hiawatha

Osawamick Executive Chef and Owner, Hiawatha’s

fter giving birth to her first daughter in 2008, Anishinaabe-Kwe, Executive Chef, and owner of Hiawatha’s, Hiawatha Osawamick knew it was time to make a change. Hiawatha has grown up working in restaurants - from bussing, to hosting, to waitressing, then eventually to the kitchen. Following in her family’s culinarily talented footsteps, she trained under one of Canada’s best chefs. When her daughter was born, the extensive evening and weekend work in restaurants became less than ideal for raising a child, so she decided to start her own catering business. Now, Hiawatha’s serves fresh, quality, Indigenous cuisine. Hiawatha takes pride in her catering services being a “true, Indigenous experience,” engaging with guests, providing menus, and serving her delicious food herself. As a female entrepreneur, Hiawatha believes leaders should “learn from their mistakes. Take criticism, and turn it into something positive.” Osawamick also believes that in a male-dominated industry such as the culinary one, one must “go above and beyond.”

Katie Zeppieri Founder and CEO, GIRL TALK Speakers

atie Zeppieri has had a whirlwind of an entrepreneurial career. On top of working tirelessly as a marketing consultant and talent agent, Zeppieri also manages her sister businesses MicDrop Marketing and GIRL TALK Speakers Bureau, which represent an impressive roster of high-profile businesses and individuals. “The heart of both agencies is helping amplify people and brands,” Zeppieri says. MicDrop Marketing helps companies and people build buzz through holistic PR and brand management. Zeppieri’s second agency, GIRL TALK Speakers Bureau, focuses on empowering women and elevating female voices. Its goal is to be the largest female speakers bureau in North America. And with Netflix’s “Love Is Blind” star, Kelly Chase, as a recent addition to their roster, GIRL TALK Speakers Bureau is well on its way to achieving that. “My nickname is ‘Your Hype Girl’! I’m passionate about helping amplify stories worth telling,” she says, adding that her leadership and entrepreneurial spirit are built on resilience. “It’s the most important trait I’ve cultivated as an entrepreneur. Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart.” Katie also believes in staying committed to your larger vision. “Be stubborn with your vision, but flexible with the route you take to get there.” Alicia Thurston Photography

BojanaSentaler

President and Creative Director, Sentaler

s founder, designer, and creative director of luxury outerwear maker Sentaler, Bojana Sentaler is not only a successful entrepreneur, but an acclaimed Canadian fashion icon whose designs have been sported by celebrities like Meghan Markle and Kate Middleton. After immigrating to Canada from Serbia at a young age, Bojana passionately sketched fashion designs throughout her entire childhood. Growing up with Canadian winters, Bojana understood what it meant to need warm, comfortable, and stylish outerwear. She completed her degree in Marketing and Finance from the Schulich School of Business and

then began travelling the world. It was in Peru that Sentaler would discover Alpaca fur, one of the world’s finest and rarest fibres, which is naturally durable and has properties that make it ideal for cold winter weather. This rich fibre would become the basis for Sentaler, a now globally recognized luxury Canadian outerwear brand offering a variety of distinct signature styles. Bojana values elegance, beauty, and functionality with each coat she designs. As a leader, Sentaler values giving back, evidenced by her extensive commitment to raising awareness and funds for SickKids Foundation, as well as the long-term environmental commitment, Forests for the Future.

Meghan Muise (left) & Lindsay Haley (right)

MeghanMuise

Co-owner, Ripe Juicery

rior to starting Ripe Juicery, founder and co-owner Meghan Muise worked in a hospital. “I realized very quickly that I was in sick care, and I wanted to be in health care,” Muise admits. After travelling extensively with her best friend Lindsay, the two women opened Ripe Juicery. “And now we’re a million-dollar juice business. Just two girls who thought, ‘Let’s be brave’.” Meghan, a mother of two, values organic and sustainable practices. Ripe is a

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zero-waste company, even donating the pulp from the company’s juices to an animal sanctuary. “Our practices make us so different,” she explains. “We’re showing people what it’s like to run a business that ticks all of the boxes. Motherhood and growing a business is so doable, but you have to have grace with yourself. You can do it all; it just might not be glamorous.” She also insists leaders must know how to do every part of their business – she says that’s the main reason Ripe grew during the pandemic. Most importantly, Meghan believes, you must “love what you do.”

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FULL SPECTRUM OF NEUTRALS:

e’ve already seen green make a big splash as the 2022 colour of the year – chosen for its cooling, calming effect and strong connection to nature. In the past, we’ve seen this colour personified as a literal interpretation of nature (think lush, leafy vibrancy). But green is a multi-faceted hue indeed, and the movement toward organic, sustainable living and environmental awareness has influenced its iteration for 2022. The new “it” green appears in a much more muted form, in what I think may herald the return of a neutral colour palette on our walls and everything in between. But of course, popular trends don’t resonate with everyone, and green certainly isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. Luckily, neutral colours can echo the up-to-the-minute nature trend without the colour commitment. Don’t get me wrong – I personally love using colour in the right places and doses. But while other colour trends come and go, neutrals have longevity.

Here’s how to use neutrals with an eye to what’s trending in 2022.

Contrary to popular belief, a neutral colour palette offers many more choices than just variations on cream, beige and oatmeal hues. Trending palettes in 2022 will include a full spectrum of light- and mid-toned neutrals, ranging from the aforementioned soft sage green to creamy-whites with pink undertones and barely-there blues. Their subtlety gives them versatility while infusing a touch of colour. And like true neutrals, they perfectly pair with pops of vibrant colour, a variety of metals, and a wide range of materials and finishes. On the other hand, these gentle neutrals can also be used as an accent colour for details and trim, brightening and balancing darker hues like deep blue or an almost-black aubergine.

TEXTURE: This isn’t a new trend by any stretch, but it will be a star on the design and decor stage in 2022, bringing life to the neutral and nature trends. I often layer a variety of organic materials, such as wood, stone, concrete and organic textiles. Texture creates depth and adds interest, with a subtle nod to nature.

LIGHTING: All eyes will be on bold, statement lighting in 2022. I’ve always held that lighting should never be just a bulb. It should be viewed as a thing of beauty, a feature and focal point in a room. Every light in the home is an opportunity for art and expression. But of course, lighting plays an important functional role as well, lighting your space and highlighting its features. Pay careful attention when it comes to the “temperature” of your bulbs. A warm bulb, which gives off yellow light, could compromise your colour intentions. The same is true for cool light bulbs, which can appear fluorescent or even blueish. Look for “daylight” bulbs, which mimic natural light and offer a true representation of your palette. If you want to create ambiance, consider adding dimmers to every light source.

The new year promises to be an exciting one, in decor and many other ways, too. As new home and product trends start swirling, perhaps the most important one to keep your eye on is the increasing desire to focus on self – healing, growth and happiness. Let those goals guide your renovation or interior refresh. Look to what brings you joy and comfort. When you achieve that atmosphere inside your home, you just might find that your view of the outside world gets warmer and brighter, too.

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The Start of A New

Legacy What if you could combine the convenience and maintenance-free lifestyle of a resort with the peace, privacy and freedom of your own Muskoka cottage? And what if, when you weren’t there, you were actually earning a return on your investment?

By Martha Uniacke Breen

THAT’S THE IDEA BEHIND LEGACY COTTAGES, A PREMIER SEASONAL COTTAGE COMMUNITY ON LAKE ROSSEAU NEAR MINETT. “It’s really a different kind of cottage experience, “ explains Cayman Marshall agent Steve Haddock, who is representing the properties. “It’s a community of 42 privately owned villas with a total of 450 feet of shared waterfront. The lifestyle here

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Carling.There’s always lots to do while you’re here: golfing and tennis, watersports, fine dining and much more. Go for a swim and reconnect with neighbours in the exclusive Pool Pavilion, or launch your canoe, kayak, or motorboat from the Boathouse. Or simply relax in the peace and quiet of your own contemporary-designed cottage, and enjoy the view. "And because it’s classed as a condominium,” Steve continues, “there’s no maintenance worries, as you might have with a private cottage. While you’re up here, you’re relaxing, not looking after the cottage.”

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can be as social and active as resort living, but it’s also serene and private when you want to relax. It gives you the true Muskoka cottage feel, but without Muskoka cottage prices.” The Legacy community is close to all the best of Muskoka: the beauty of the storied Big Three lakes, with shopping and entertainment a short drive (or boat ride) away, in Port Sandfield and Port

Ownership in Legacy Cottages carries another attraction that makes it perfect for low-stress, low-maintenance cottage ownership. When you’re not staying there, onsite professional rental management handles all the details of renting your cottage to qualified renters, providing a reliable return on your investment. And there’s none of the worry of wondering about security or maintenance when you can’t be there – it’s all taken care of. “It’s really a great place to come up to for a week or two, and know it’s being looked after (and can even produce a financial return) when you aren’t there,” notes Haddock. “All in all, it’s a great way to own a Muskoka cottage, without any of the drawbacks.” VIEW THIS LISTING ON PAGE 78

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Newfound Favourite TV Show

Randy Spracklin welcomes us to

The Rock with the second season of HGTV Canada’s Rock Solid Builds. By Brooke Madden

f you’ve ever had the privilege to visit (or live on) Canada’s East Coast, I’m sure you’re well aware of its unique landscape, its generous locals, and its signature salty air. Even internationally, Newfoundland and Labrador is considered a must-see destination for those seeking out a community of storytellers, nature lovers, and genuinely kind folk. That’s partially why the team of Newfoundland natives at Rock Solid Builds have made the HGTV Canada series a hit. With Season 2 premiering on January 27 at 10 p.m. ET/PT, I was lucky enough to be able to talk with Randy Spracklin of Rock Solid Builds about how they incorporate East Coast culture into their projects, certain challenges they’ve faced, and of course, what we can expect this season.

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“People from

the East Coast are great

storytellers,” says Spracklin. “With that being said, every home, piece of land or community has a story to be told. And with these stories, we learn about our history and our culture. So when our team gets a call to build or renovate a home, the first thing we do is find out the homeowner’s story or that of the property.” “We are big on saving and celebrating what we can in old homes, from the way our houses are designed, to the colours used on the outside, to the special builds we do on the inside. It doesn’t take much for us to come up with ways to incorporate our culture,” he continues. As someone with a love for storytelling, preservation, and the musical Come From Away, I’m definitely looking forward to this season’s emphasis on cultural celebration and storytelling in the series’ renovations. But what else can we expect on Season 2 of Rock Solid Builds? Well, it sounds like the team has been pretty busy – not only tackling multiple unique builds, but fooling around on occasion. “Our team loves to work hard, but we love to play hard too. You’ll see us go on a few adventures and have a lot of fun. Plus everyone loves a good old competition – so there just might be a bet on the line.” “You’ll also see how a simple kitchen renovation turns into a big one when we have to bring an excavator inside

"We are big on saving &

celebrating what we can in old homes"

the finished house, and we have some exciting news at the end of this season,” Randy hints with a twinkle. Of course the team is also tremendously excited to show off the projects they worked on this season. “Every build is different from the last, and you just never know what an old home might have in store for you.” As is to be expected while shooting in Newfoundland, the weather can be, well, temperamental. Which, when you’re working on a home renovation, can make things feel a bit haphazard. This season, viewers will see the team battle hurricanes, rain, and a bit of snow at the wrong time of year. “Snow in June, and the kids loved it! It was a shock but not uncommon. When building here we can never predict what will come our way,” one of the team members says. The whirlwind weather sets the stakes of the show a little higher than one might expect from a regular HGTV Canada program. “When we’re building on a tight timeline, a bad windstorm can really delay us, sometimes lasting days because the majority of our supplies come by boat or air due to us being an island. Also, high winds can cause damage to our builds and that’s not what you want when you are trying to move a project forward,” says the team.

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Even with some

meteorological setbacks,

Rock Solid Builds always

manages to get the job done, due to the hard work of their professional crew, and a little bit of help from the locals as well. “Newfoundlanders are always here to lend a hand. We look out for other people, even if they’re not from here. This year we had a special build that took us six hours away,” mentions another team member. “Like a lot of small communities, you won’t find coffee shops or restaurants – but who needs that when you’re in Newfoundland! We were working in this small community for a couple of days and each morning, the neighbours would have fresh coffee with tea buns waiting for us and they’d make us sandwiches for lunch. Anything we needed, the door was always open. There was always someone there to help out. On this specific project, the whole community came out, from feeding us to supplying us with sand and even a lift to move the build. This is only one of the many ways we help each other – so what people see in Come From Away is all true!” Fittingly for Newfoundland culture, the team is one big work family – some members are even related. This season, “The Old Man” (Scott) will be back, as well as Paul and Harvey, who can take on any task and get the job done well, making them huge assets when it comes to overseeing projects. Al will be around to tackle windows and siding. There’s Nikki and Josh, who “started off green” but are quickly taking on leadership roles. As the workload grows, so must the team,

so viewers will meet a few new faces this year. Jamie, Michael, PJ, and Matt add a fun, new, “catty” dynamic to the show this season. “The builds are phenomenal, but the teamwork is what it’s all about. Every morning is a joy to go to work no matter the weather,” says Spracklin. It’s evident that the team at Rock Solid Builds is beyond passionate about the work they do, and the province they’re able to do it in. They are all convinced that “after one visit you’ll want to come back again, or like a lot of others who visit, you’ll want to live here! We have something for everyone. If you like the water, you can go fishing or whale watching, and during the right time of year, you can see icebergs. Our landscape is amazing – it’s great for hiking, camping, biking, and the winter is perfect for skiing or snowmobiling. But if you just like to relax or see some sights, we have lots of that as well. We have some amazing heritage sites all across the island. You can also come by my hometown of Brigus, and stop in and see us along the way.” While travelling is restrictive and complicated right now, enjoying the newest season of Rock Solid Builds (premiering January 27 at 10 p.m. ET/PT on HGTV Canada and available to stream on the GlobalTV app and STACK TV) seems like the perfect way to safely enjoy a new culture, support some awesome people, and of course, witness some incredible renovations.

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BEL AIR OF MUSKOKA, SOUTHWEST EXPOSURE, 8 BEDROOMS, 6 BATHS – LAKE OF BAYS

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njoy this private, oceanside house that boasts a pristine, secluded beach and a spectacular view of the Bahamian, turquoise ocean. Conveniently located on Tar Bay, just minutes from the airport and various amenities, this brand new, 5 bedroom, luxurious home offers you the vacation of your dreams. A mere 13m from the private beachfront, this spectacular home boasts over 5,500 square feet of relaxation space, professional-grade

appliances, high-end furnishings and mattresses for your ultimate comfort. Pull open the 10' high sliders to take in the tranquil sound and scenery of the ocean or to enjoy a refreshing dip in the private pool. The home's 14' ceilings and thoughtfullydesigned open concept offer an airy, spacious feel to accommodate up to 16 guests. A fully-outfitted chef's kitchen caters to your epicurean desires, or you can treat yourself to an evening of in-home private

catering (extra charge). Enjoy the outdoors any time of day with the fully enclosed porch area complete with power screens for ease of use and a stunning, shell stone travertine patio. Take in numerous, nearby attractions, dining, or boat tours to satisfy your adventurous spirit. Your vacation experience comes complete with an in-person greeting at the airport, a property tour, and a 24-hour concierge. Seaclusion is pure luxury in paradise.

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Southern Ontario Restaurants with Good Food, Good People, and Good Times BY MIKE SPRY

Dining out isn’t what it used to be. While in the past we often divided restaurants into the utilitarian and the elite, there’s been an evolution born of food networks, celebrity chefs, and endlessly and readily available global ingredients, and it’s brought diners a nearly infinite array of choices for their eating-out experiences. Additionally, now more than ever, the common home cook fancies him- or herself a gourmand or chef-de-cuisine, demanding that bistros, gastropubs, and eateries the world over elevate their menus and venues to attract an ever-more discerning clientele. Does this result in too many choices? It sure does, but we’re here to help. Combing through a plethora of back alleys, back roads, and baby back ribs, we’ve found some not-to-be-missed, tucked-away Southern Ontario restaurants that will surely have your tastebuds dancing, and your new air fryer dormant. The past two years have been especially hard for the restaurant industry, and all these establishments have gone out of their way to make dining accessible, responsible, and safe with takeout, curbside, and patios. Support these local gems and explore experiences in dining knowing their menus, staff, and ambiance are addictive.

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Figures

Toronto

igures Toronto describes itself as “the city’s most imaginative upscale resto-lounge” and, to be honest, the proprietors may be underselling the singularity of one of Yorkville’s can’t-miss hotspots. Since bursting onto the bustling Toronto restaurant scene in 2017, Figures has set itself apart from its peers not just in the unique conceit of the space, but the elevated, elegant, and avante-garde menu. Restaurateurs often use the term “experience” to describe their dining, but Figures doesn’t just earn that description; it redefines it. To enter the Avenue Road location is to immerse oneself in a living dream of revelry and reverie. The menu and decor are a pop-culture menage of the zeitgeist, outfitted in Marvel and DC comic heroes, Star Wars characters, and other pop iconography – not in a way that is intrusive, but rather to evoke the comfort of one’s personal nostalgia. It is impossible not to be teleported to another time, or world. Designed by Toronto-based firm Prototype Design Lab, Figures features a DJ booth, lounge, and collectible shop. The venue is truly unique, in an era where “unique” has often lost its lustre. The menu, built by a collaborative and equitable kitchen team model echoing the eclectic and democratic decor, is as playfully sui generis as the rest of the experience at Figures. The menu, refined as it is grounded in the restaurant’s creative framework, features dishes like A&W fried chicken bites, black truffle gnocchi, and slowcooked oxtail, among others. The cocktail list boasts the Web-Slinging Spider Hombre, Johnny Blaze, and the Empire Did Nothing Wrong (an argument to rival Han shot first), as delectable as they are imaginative. Figures is Mos Eisley Cantina cranked to eleven, and is not to be missed. figuresto.com 137 Avenue Rd, Toronto, ON

Rogues Restaurant

Mississauga

here are institutions and then there’s Rogues Restaurant. Opened in 1983 by Tony Pereira, Rogues has been serving Mississauga the finest in elevated dining for longer than much of its clientele has been alive. Pereira’s story is a restaurant industry fairytale: his rise from bussing tables at the fabled Windsor Arms Hotel in Toronto to owning one of Southern Ontario’s most celebrated restaurants is truly every restaurant worker’s dream come true. But Rogues Restaurant refuses to rest on its laurels, and for nearly four decades has been offering evolved, inspired, and tasty dishes. Under the watchful eye of executive chef Bevan Terry – who has been with Rogues since 1989 and purchased the restaurant from Pereira just over four years ago and oversaw a subsequent renovation – the Northern Italy and Mediterranean-inspired menu has been the talk of Mississauga even as the Toronto suburb has grown into an internationally recognized culinary landmark in and of itself. The dishes remain seasonal as always, and as Bevan says, “A lot of what we are cooking at the restaurant is inspired by what is available to us.” Veal fortunato, chicken parmesan, gnocchi gorgonzola, and parmesan-crusted Chilean sea bass are just a few of the Italian classics elevated to contemporary delights by Terry and his kitchen. But the key to Rogues’ endurance and legacy goes beyond the menu. The restaurant prides itself on being “Mississauga’s Premier Fine Dining Experience,” underscored by the venue’s elegance and grace. But above all, it is comforting and comfortable to dine at Rogues, where its openconcept kitchen provides a warm but refined culinary experience, and where the wonder of the dishes dances to realization before your very eyes. A peerless wine list complements the experience to perfection. roguesrestaurant.com 1900 Dundas St W. Mississauga, ON

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Stoney's Bread Company

t’s seemingly a contradiction for a restaurant to be simultaneously a local institution and a hidden gem, but Stoney's Bread Company isn’t just any restaurant. An Oakville landmark since 2004, Stoney’s borrows its name from Toronto Argonauts legend Norm Stoneburgh (and whose son Blake is a coowner with good friend Steve Chabot). Stoney’s has been serving discerning Southern Ontario diners “familiar classics that you love served with a modern twist” with unprecedented fanfare and celebration, not to mention celebrity. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stopped by to make pizza while on the campaign trail in 2015, and the restaurant was featured in an episode of The Food Network’s “You Gotta Eat Here.” It’s also perennially named one of Oakville’s Top 10 Restaurants.

Oakville Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day of the week, Stoney’s perpetuates its celebrity and hidden-gem status with a cozy dining room, warm staff, and gilt-edged Italian-inspired menu. Rustic soups and salads, pizzas and sandwiches are all comfort foods to die for, and are all freshly made on-site (like the homemade focaccia). Maple glazed salmon salad with new potato, bacon, green beans, onions, tomato and champagne vinaigrette; fettuccine à la chevre with goat cheese, grilled chicken, spinach, wild mushrooms and roasted red pepper cream; and the Regina pizza with caramelized onions, figs, prosciutto mozzarella and gorgonzola with tomato sauce, are just a few of the many standouts. stoneysbreadcompany.com 325 Kerr St., Oakville, ON

Saving Thyme

Burlington

aving Thyme owns its pun. The patisserie and restaurant is a onestop culinary delight, with peerless bistro fare, exquisite baked yummies, and perfected take-home menus. Their offerings are postcards of perfection, artistry and artisanal chic, bringing France to the GTA in a way that sets them apart. Saving Thyme is the honoured lovechild of Alexandra and Phil Kinsman, who began their enterprise in a suburban basement in 2012, expanding to an ever-growing storefront in 2015. Saving Thyme has quickly grown into a Burlington institution, establishing itself as one of Southern Ontario’s premier kitchens. Hamilton natives both, Alexandra plied and perfected her trade at the renowned Quatrefoil in Dundas, while Phil (an engineer by trade) adapted his scientific sensibilities to the precision of French cuisine.

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And, oh, what cuisine. The bistro’s menu features the couple’s interpretations of some classic dishes: Croque Monsieur on sourdough, chicken vol-au-vent, and classic steak frites. Their prepared meals change seasonally and specifically, and have boasted delights such as duck confit cassoulet and salmon en papillote, along with a wide array of options for every course: duck rillette, lobster spaghetti, ratatouille en croute, and more. The patisserie offers delectable options like quiche, tarts, tea boxes and canapes, as well as pastries to die for. And Saving Thyme does just that: Do you want to come in for an ambient meal and French bistro experience, or pick up a few items to take home? Either way, the Kinsmans have you covered. savingthyme.ca 450 Appleby Line, Burlington, ON

Shy’s Place

Dundas

tepping foot into Shy’s Place in Dundas is like walking into a memory. To say the decor is steeped in nostalgia is an understatement. The late-1800s heritage home is outfitted in reverie, complete with a main floor of hockey memorabilia that would make the Hall of Fame jealous; a Kennedy Room of Life magazine covers; the Bird’s Nest, filled with the Toronto Blue Jays; a Windsor Room of Royals; and Shy’s Room, a tribute to co-owner Rod Millard’s father Shy, for whom the establishment is named. And in these difficult times, Shy’s winterized patio is an attraction unto itself! Oh, and the food’s incredible. Truly comfort food in the definition of comfort, under the culinary auspices of Mike Speer, known for the 494 Kitchen Co. “food bus.” From a Hamilton food truck to a Southern Ontario institution in just four years is a story that could have come from the best Hollywood scriptwriters. But the real story is the food: Italian-influenced scratch kitchen fare boasting mouth-watering options like chorizo arrabiata macaroni, short rib beef bourguignon, and their infamous Moroccan chicken sandwich, a vestige of the food truck days. Serving lunch, brunch, and dinner with a stellar wine list and cocktails for the ages (casked red Sangria, anyone?), the Dundas staple has quickly endeared itself to the community, making it a must for any and all Southern Ontario gourmands.

shysplace.ca 11 Coreslab Drive, Dundas

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WATERFRONT BUILDING LOTS, HUNTSVILLE CHAIN OF LAKES, CALL OFFICE FOR MORE DETAILS – LAKE VERNON

$1,000,000

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BUILDING LOT 1: 900 FT. FRONTAGE, 5.80 ACRES – LAKE MUSKOKA

$1,995,000

BUILDING LOT 2: 445 FT. FRONTAGE, 2.30 ACRES – LAKE MUSKOKA

$1,095,000

BUILDING LOT 3: 445 FT. FRONTAGE, 3.50 ACRES – LAKE MUSKOKA

$1,095,000

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LEGACY COTTAGE UNIT 24: 400 FT. FRONTAGE, 25 ACRES, 1,965 SQ.FT., 3 BEDROOMS, 2+1 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU

$1,375,000

LEGACY COTTAGE UNIT 31: 400 FT. FRONTAGE, 25 ACRES, 2,658 SQ.FT., 3 BEDROOMS, 3+1 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU

$2,600,000

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EXCLUSIVE 3651 FT. FRONTAGE, 10.890 ACRES, 1152 SQ.FT., 3 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH – SPARROW LAKE

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$1,995,000

SOLD: PARRY SOUND

SOLD: SAUBLE BEACH SAUBLE BEACH

$869,000

PARRY SOUND

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SOLD: UTTERSON UTTERSON

$959,000

SOLD: BRANDY LAKE BRANDY LAKE

SOLD: SUCKER LAKE SUCKER LAKE

$1,195,000

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$1,195,000

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LAKE MANITOUWABING

$1,995,000

SOLD: PORTAGE LAKE PORTAGE LAKE

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LAKE MANITOUWABING

SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$2,290,000

LAKE ROSSEAU

SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS LAKE OF BAYS

$2,499,000

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$2,495,000

SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS LAKE OF BAYS

$2,595,000

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2,400 FT. FRONTAGE, 40.25 ACRES, SOUTH EXPOSURE, 3,870 SQ.FT. MAIN LODGE WITH 9 OTHER CABINS ALONG WITH YOUR OWN PRIVATE GOLF COURSE – WAHWASHKESH LAKE

$2,990,000

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310 FT. FRONTAGE, 14.52 ACRES, 3,000 SQ.FT., 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU

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EXCLUSIVE COMES WITH ITS OWN PRIVATE ISLAND! 1079 FT. FRONTAGE, 5.8 ACRES, 2,100 SQ.FT., 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS – HORSESHOE LAKE

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$2,995,000

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DEVELOPMENT LOT, 300FT. FRONTAGE, 6 ACRES – LAKE JOSEPH

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$3,995,000

SOLD: MUSKOKA LAKES $2,790,000

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SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$2,895,000

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS

SOLD: FAIRY LAKE FAIRY LAKE

$3,100,000

LAKE OF BAYS

$3,195,000

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LAKE JOSEPH

$3,495,000

SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH

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SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$4,740,000

SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH

SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS LAKE OF BAYS

$5,995,000

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$5,750,000

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

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103 FT. FRONTAGE, 1.2 ACRES, 3,100 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS – LAKE MUSKOKA

$4,695,000

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645.60 FT. FRONTAGE, 15.85 ACRES, 3,000 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 3+1 BATHS – BLANCHARD LAKE

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$4,790,000

GOLF COURSE RESORT, 2,700 FT. FRONTAGE, 85 ACRES – OTTER LAKE

$5,990,000

389.99 FT. FRONTAGE, 15.5 ACRES, 3,200 SQ.FT., 3 BEDROOMS, 2+1 BATHS – LAKE OF BAYS

$5,995,000

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EXCLUSIVE 380 FT. FRONTAGE, 3.04 ACRES, 3,800 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS – LAKE MUSKOKA

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$9,350,000

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA $6,995,000

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SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$6,995,000

LAKE MUSKOKA

SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU

SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS LAKE OF BAYS

$7,995,000

$7,495,000

LAKE ROSSEAU

$8,295,000

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$8,895,000

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SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA

SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH

$13,995,000

SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH

SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU LAKE ROSSEAU

$16,995,000

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$15,995,000

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$16,995,000

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EXCLUSIVE 300 FT. FRONTAGE, 2.27 ACRES, 5,958 SQ.FT., 6 BEDROOMS, 5 BATHS – LAKE JOSEPH

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$9,995,000

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497 FT. FRONTAGE, 6.5 ACRES, WEST EXPOSURE, 6,000 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 6 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU

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$11,950,000

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EXCLUSIVE STUNNING 470 FT. FRONTAGE, 6.22 ACRES, 9,000 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 8 BATHS – LAKE JOSEPH

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$23,795,000

Get in the

KNOW!

THE BENEFITS OF LISTING EXCLUSIVELY WITH CAYMAN MARSHALL

ost brokerages advise you to put your property into the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system, in order to get it in front of the greatest number of prospective buyers possible. But when it comes to Muskoka property – especially in the current market – that may not be the best, or even most desirable, route for you. Cayman Marshall has a better way to market your property, which not only ensures that only serious, wellqualified buyers view your property, but allows you to maintain your privacy and avoid the stress and hustle of listing with MLS. With a Cayman Marshall exclusive listing, your property will only be visible to members of our proprietary database. Personal viewing appointments are only scheduled after our agents have taken prospective buyers through a careful pre-screening process.

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Our system works equally well for buyers. Rather than enduring the “feeding frenzy,” panic-bidding and sometimes, disappointment that accompanies desirable MLS properties, you have the assurance of knowing the property is only being seen by serious, well-qualified prospects like you, and managed exclusively through Cayman Marshall’s offices. The success of our system speaks for itself: since last August, we’ve sold well over $133 million in exclusive sales alone. Allow us to show you the better way to sell your Muskoka property!

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• LAKE JOSEPH LISTED AT $13,995,000 1,000 FT. FRONTAGE SW EXPOSURE • LAKE OF BAYS LISTED AT $7,995,000 800 FT. FRONTAGE • LAKE MUSKOKA LISTED AT $6,995,000 • LAKE JOSEPH LISTED AT $6,995,000 59 ACRES • LAKE ROSSEAU LISTED AT $5,500,000 • LAKE MUSKOKA LISTED AT $5,200,000 • LAKE MUSKOKA LISTED AT $3,980,000

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PORSCHE EXPERIENCE CANADA Next-Level Luxury Adventures in a Country Built for Driving By DC Rutherford There’s something singular about driving a Porsche, a feeling only a select few have had the privilege to experience. Perhaps it’s the sense that you’ve tethered yourself to a tradition of precision and perfection that few automobile manufacturers can boast: slipping into a 2021 Panamera Turbo S simultaneously seats you in a 1973 911 Carrera RS. Simply taking the kids to school in your 2020 Cayenne could trace its roots to the 1984 Formula One season and a McLaren MP4/2 powered by a TAG-Porsche engine – dreams of Niki Lauda, of Alain Prost, of Keke Rosberg. Every corner a Porsche driver takes, every straightaway you master, every gear you shift, is part of something grander, of grandeur, of legacy. Porsche isn’t simply a car manufacturer; it’s a community of automobile enthusiasts who require something special in their driving experience, whether it’s a trip to the supermarket or an F1 circuit. And as Porsche has always served as the matriarch of its community, these offerings for its aficionados in Canada enriches the already inspired.

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Welcome to the Porsche Experience Canada. Porsche Experience Canada is part of the German carmaker’s ongoing unparalleled attention to its drivers. With three distinct and unique experiences – Ice Experience, Track Experience, and Travel Experience – Porsche has made Canada home to a set of highly diverse and eclectic driving experiences. With each of these unique endurances, drivers can take to the road (and off them) like never before.

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ICE EXPERIENCE Anyone born, raised, or who has ridden on Canada’s roads knows ice. The inherent challenges of driving in winter are a burden to many. But to Canadians, it’s not just a rite of passage, but a point of pride. Porsche’s Ice Experience takes that pride to a whole new level. Whether drivers choose the Ice Trial, Ice Intro, Ice Experience, or Ice Force options, they’ll enjoy two to five days of driving instruction and adventure like never before. In a specially outfitted Porsche 911 Carrera S or 4S, guests will be treated to a once-in-a-lifetime experience where, according to the Porsche literature, “Instructors teach drivers to conquer the season on specially prepared snow and ice tracks. You'll learn to drive a Porsche the way it's meant to be driven with the skills that will make you a more confident and competent winter driver.” Guests will enjoy the singularity of Canadian winter in Mécaglisse, Quebec, and stay in the exclusive Estérel Resort, offering world-class dining and accommodations in a postcard-like setting.

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TRACK EXPERIENCE Just 90 minutes east of Toronto is the historic Canadian Tire Motorsports Park. This track has hosted legendary drivers such as Jacques Villeneuve, Mario Andretti, Stirling Moss and more, and offers both a Grand Prix track and a Driver Development Track. Now you too can take the corners the pros have taken. Here, professional instructors let drivers push themselves to the very limits of their driving ability. The programs “are designed in stages to increase one of the most important aspects of dynamic driving: the driver.” That mandate is apparent in every aspect of the experience. Strapped into a Porsche 911 Carrera S or 4S that tops out at 308 kilometres an hour, drivers will “focus on dynamic car control in order to build their skills and safety behind the wheel.” Half-day to three-day experiences are available for drivers of differing abilities in small groups of like-minded Porsche connoisseurs, with the idea of “Drive fast, drive safe.”

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TRAVEL EXPERIENCE As much as you may love speeding around ovals and navigating racing circuits, driving is about going somewhere, and the Porsche Travel Experience takes that to a whole new level. “Porsche Travel Experience offers two separate programs: the fresh mountain air in British Columbia, or the friendly seaside communities on the Nova Scotian coast. During a Travel Experience, you'll find a connection to yourself, the car, and a country regardless of which experience you choose.” A bold promise, but one on which Porsche delivers. Whether on Nova Scotia’s South Shore and Cape Breton, or Whistler and the Okanagan Valley in British

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Columbia, drivers will log over 1,200 kilometres on the most beautiful roads the country has to offer, in some of the most spectacular automobiles to ever grace them. Touring in a Porsche 911 Carrera S or 4S, drivers will experience four days of driving excellence. In B.C., the tour begins with the legendary Sea-to-Sky Highway from Vancouver to Whistler, and continues through picturesque Vernon and Osoyoos, the southernmost point in the Okanagan, with stays at Four Seasons Resort Whistler, Sparkling Hill Resort, and Spirit Ridge Resort. While in Nova Scotia, guests will visit Peggy’s Cove, the Cabot Trail, the majesty of the Atlantic and Maritime hospitality.

PORSCHE EXPERIENCE CENTRE With any of these Porsche Experiences, you can see the German luxury automaker’s affection for, and investment in, Canada as both a driver’s paradise and an important global market. Porsche recently announced that it is taking that commitment one step further, and will soon begin construction on its tenth global experience centre. The first opened at Silverstone in the United Kingdom; Canada’s will be the third location in North America, joining Atlanta and Los Angeles. “Canadians will no longer have to leave the country in order to visit a Porsche Experience Centre,” said Porsche Cars Canada president and CEO Marc Ouayoun upon the announcement, adding,“Customers and brand enthusiasts will have the chance to experience Porsche with their head, heart, and hands – all in the Greater Toronto Area.” The project aims to be completed by 2024. PEC Toronto will be located on a 20-acre site at the Durham Live development in Pickering, Ontario, which currently features a casino, and will include a concert venue, more than 400,000 square feet of retail space, and a luxury hotel with more than 300 rooms. The centre will be the culmination of Porsche’s investment in Canada, and a Babylon of sorts for Porsche enthusiasts. Joining the Experiences already established in Canada, this initiative is the realization of a brand. As a member of the executive board for sales and marketing at Porsche, Detlev von Platen, notes, “Porsche is more than just a car. Porsche is a promise for a unique brand and product experience.”

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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 also offer a complete selection of luxury cottage rental properties. We have offices in Port Carling, Toronto, and our all-new location in Huntsville, which also serves the Lake of Bays area. 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. We currently print eight issues of our Cayman Marshall magazine per year, with an annual distribution of 250,000. Each magazine is delivered to the front door of homes and cottages of high-net-worth clientele throughout Ontario. We are proud to mention that the Cayman Marshall Port Carling brokerage was voted by a panel of international

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The Cayman Marshall team celebrating 2018 sales in Montego Bay Jamaica.

judges to be the “Best Real Estate Agency in Canada,” two years in a row – a title that we cherish! Cayman Marshall was also named one of “Canada’s Fastest Growing Companies” by Maclean’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. We expect to keep our title as the disrupter in luxury real estate. 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!

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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

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

Sales Representative

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 16 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.

JD STERNE

Magazine Sales/Editor JD joins our team as a commerce grad from the Telfer School of Management and their Management Consulting Program. His passion lies in sales and marketing as he represented Telfer’s marketing team at the Jeux du Commerce in 2019. Outside of the office, you will catch him searching the woods for his golf ball or playing hockey.

CAT BROWN*

KAREINA DAVEY

STEVE HADDOCK* JESSICA KAYE*

Sales Representative

Office Administrator

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.

Kareina spent summers of her childhood at cottages in the Mactier and Nobel Area. She lived in Alberta for a couple years and loved the mountain views but really missed the lakes and maple trees and could not wait to get back to the peace that is Muskoka. She has been an educator for several years and has worked in customer service. Kareina is excited to be a part of 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”.

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.

MICHELLE STILLAR*

CHARLIE VANDERPOL*

Sales Representative

Licensed Assistant

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.

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With a continually changing real estate marketplace, working with a great mortgage broker can be the difference between obtaining a mortgage and not. From navigating lending during the global COVID-19 pandemic to multiple rate changes and policy changes, surrounding yourself with the right lending partner is critical.

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Scott and his team are responsible for negotiating over $1B in residential, commercial, construction, and private mortgages. With a solution-based approach to lending and access to hundreds of lenders, Scott and his team are helping many Canadians negotiate their best mortgage yet.

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