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This 80 acre farmland with a 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is a horse person's dream. Hay fields, hardwood bush with riding trail, fantastic 3 stall barn with tack room and large storage. The home has many great features, such as sunny year round sitting porch, two family rooms, wood stove heat, and a bright kitchen space. Located close to Kemptville and a good commute to Ottawa. Call Dana at 613-799-0379

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$279,900 - 17 Drummond St W. - Perth

Large brick 5 bedrm, 2.5 bath period home on a corner lot. Home boasts a separate side for rental or home office with its own hydro & heat. High ceilings, wide molding, hard wood flrs, & 2 bay windows in this prestigious part of Perth. A classic home with updated wiring & plumbing, 2 new furnaces ('07). 2 driveways access both streets. Call Ross at 613-868-6786

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$209,900 - 206 Weedmark - Merrickville-Wolford Affordable, private hobby farm on 34 acres; 3 bedroom, 1 bath home; mixed bush with mature trees and trails throughout; Hunt on your own land; established organic garden and flower beds; small green house; large workshop, could be easily turned into a horse barn; other out buildings currently housing small animals; wood stove in house, heated with wood from the property; Developed patio area. Call Ross at 613-868-6786

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$424,900 - 435 Wood Rd - Montague

Full ICF 4 bedroom, 4 bath, home boasting cathedral ceilings, hardwood, great sized rooms, open concept kitchen/dining room with patio doors leading to a fantastic deck space/pool. In-law suite, presently used for a tenant with walk-out basement. Possible severance for 1 lot. Nice acreage for horse/pet people. Generator, Lg. Garage. If you desire country living with STYLE... This is it!!! Call Dana at 613-799-0379

$269,900 - 317 Brock St East - Merrickville

Renovated three bedroom, 2 bath, Victorian home in the heart of Merrickville! Kitchen totally renovated, new 3 season enclosed porch, new front porch, new windows, new front door, central air, hardwood floors, municipal services, gardens. Includes two sheds for storage and more! Call Robin at 613-302-8852

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$18,900 - LOT - Wolford Center Rd - Merrickville-Wolford

Attractive 1.38 acre lot with Township road access clearly marked. Flat, mostly cleared lot with some mature trees. 10 min south of Merrickville. Call Ross at 613-868-6786

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$279,900 2019 VENTNOR RD., SPENCERVILLE 1.24 acres Paradise Found on a quiet county roadapprox. 2400 sq.ft-4 bdrm-2 bath-2 sided fireplace in living room-Upgrades: windows-french doorsshingles-heat pump-a/c-direct entr to double garageFantasticBungalow.com

$179,900 5532 BRIDLEWOOD CRT, IROQUOIS Attractive home w/finished Basement, beautiful oak Hardwd in Living/Dining M.F. Laundry, 2+1 Bedrms, Fam Rm/Gas F.PL, C/Air, MLS #798045

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RANDY NORTH & CHRIS MCCORKELL

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4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 1.5 storey home features galley kitchen, 12’x11’ dining rm, main flr laundry, hardwood floors, enclosed porch, forced air propane heating. Affordable living!

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304 Colonnade Dr, Kemptville

1 Mary St., Crysler

3 bedroom 1.5 storey home plus 1 bedroom apartment on corner lot. Spacious kitchen mahagony cabinets, new counter top, laminate flooring, main flr laundry/powder rm!

2518 County Rd 21, Spencerville

Nicely landscaped 1 acre lot, 1600 sq.ft. bungalow, detached carport ! Many recent updates, hardwood floors, oak railing, roof, 4 piece bathroom plus main flr sunken family room !

347 McAuley Rd., Prescott

4 bedrooms, multi-level home features openconcept living area, hardwood floors throughout including bedrms, nicely landscaped, interlock, nat. gas heating, well-maintained!

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$ ML 1 2 S 9, #8 9 05 0 92 0 9

Circa 1860’s brick century home, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, private setting on 10 acres, large double car garage plus huge barn. Some upgrades: windows, heating system.!

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7689 Dwyer Hill Rd., Burritts Rapids

Good location, park-like setting, creek running behind property, 3 bedrm home, spacious kitchen, new ceramic tiles, partly fin basement, entrance from garage & much more!


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Iroquois Phone: 613-652-2222 111 King St. E. Prescott Phone: 613-925-0505

Dale Charbot Broker

111 King St. E. Prescott

$75,000

3022 John St, CARDINAL CHEAPER THAN RENT! Centrally located home with 3 Bedrooms Large Eat-in Kit, Dining & Living Rm, 4pc Bath, some updates done. MLS# 811218

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NEW LISTING!

10781 Cty Rd 2,

$299,900

$249,900

240 Lewis St, CARDINAL WELL MAINTAINED! A FOURPLEX, A TRIPLEX, and a BUNGALOW! All Rented with Long Term tenants! Also incl a separate Parking Lot, Call Dale!

10317 Chess Rd, RR2 IROQUOIS BEAUTIFUL OPEN DESIGN! Quiet dead end road on 1 Acre Lot! 3+1 Bedrms Central Air, M.F.Laundry, Lower Level Family Rm, & More! MLS# 810987

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10329 Hanesville Rd, RR#2 BRINSTON Make great Starter or Retirement Home! Every thing on one Level! 2 bedrm+Den Recent Shingles and Furnace, Well kept home set on just over 1 Acre Lot! Call Dale!

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$89,900

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10 Alice St, MORRISBURG RENOVATED FROM TOP TO BOTTOM! Feels like a New Home! 2 Bedrooms, 4pc Bathroom, New Kitchen, Full Basement, MLS# 810026

$129,900

$189,900

6 Bay St, IROQUOIS TERRIFIC HOME IN IMMACULATE CONDITION! 2 Bedrooms Full basement awaiting your needs, Private backyard, MLS# 809723

BAMBI MARSHALL Sales Representative

Direct: 613-498-6393 bambiworking4u@gmail.com

5129 Carman Rd, RR2, IROQUOIS Well kept STONE HOME, original Pine Plank Floors, Extensive Updates Done Beautiful Yard w/backyard Deck! Come relax in the Country! MLS# 799862

$179,900

5532 Bridlewood Crt, IROQUOIS Attractive home w/finished Basement, beautiful oak Hardwd in Living/Dining M.F. Laundry, 2+1 Bedrms, Fam Rm/Gas F.PL, C/Air, MLS #798045

522 Gill St, CARDINAL MANY UPDATES DONE! Terrific 2 bedroom home with private backyd Bonus yearround heated front Porch! Single Garage, MLS# 805150

$159,500

$174,900

5577 Meadowbrook Dr, Iroquois

BRAND NEW SEMI’S Buy early and finish it the way you want to! Approx 1200 sq.ft with full Tarion Home Warranty, M.F. Laundry, Open Living/Dining/ Kitchen makes for easy entertaining! MLS# 797702

5574 Meadowbrook Dr, IROQUOIS Only an hour south of Ottawa in newer subdivision in Iroquois Full Home Warranty, Main Flr Laundry, Finished Family Rm, MLS# 786320

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326 COUNTY ROAD 8 TOLEDO •

Which living room will be yours to decorate and celebrate with family for christmas! READY TO MOVE, PICK A DATE!

$322,888

6 SPENCER STREET, SPENCERVILLE

4 bedroom, 1.5 bath - with main family room, large eat in kitchen 12 min to Kemptville or 12 min to Prescott. MLS# 070170104003301

NEW PRICE!

$319,900

3 CHEYENNE TRAIL, R.R.#2 BROCKVILLE (ALGONQUIN)

3 bedroom, 2.5 bath MB ensuite and WIC Closet, 2 car garage 10 min. to Brockville, less than an hour to Ottawa. MLS# 070600004502904

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$274,900

44 FAIRKNOWE DRIVE

4 bedroom, 3.5 baths, mainfloor F/R,Rec room, 2 car garage atttached MLS# 080201001510100

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SUNDAY, NOV. 13TH 12:30SATURDAY, NOV. 19TH 12-1PM

NEW PRICE!

$162,500

777 STEWART BVLD, BROCKVILLE

Large 2 Bed, 1 Bath Large eat in Kitchen, a/g pool and fenced in yard close to all amenties. MLS# 080203007521500

MOTIVATED SELLER!

$219,900

601 TOWNLINE ROAD, SMITHS FALLS

3 bed,2 bath a/g pool and large lot 5 min to Smiths Falls and 20 min to Brockville. MLS# 080182404901011

$114,900

11 ROBINSON AVE., SMITHS FALLS

3 bed,1 bath main floor family room, large lot, check out:

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MLS# 090403003075300

$327,162

162 TEMPERANCE LAKE ROAD

(REAR OF YONGE & PESCOTT)

3 bed, 2 full baths one level living if stairs are a problem 15 min to Brockville. MLS# 081981902400408904

LOTS FOR SALE!

$94,500

1628 NOLAN ROAD, MONTAGUE

NEW PRICE!

13 OSBORNE ROAD, ATHENS. $22,900 LOT SIZE: 151` X 300` ACRES MLS# 081981902400415

$125,900

25 JUDD STREET, MORTON

3+1 bed, 1 Bath (roughed in second) 1 bedroom, 1 bath single car Needs work, newer windows 2.5 garage detached with power, 1.8 acres, wrap around veranda 25 min acre lot 10 minutes to Smiths to Gan & 40 min to Kingston. Falls. MLS# 081981902400408 MLS# 083183604109900I

131 SHORT POINT RD., LYNDHURST. $49,900 LOT SIZE: 1734.08` X 15 ACRES MLS# 081281602026402 MARBLE ROCK RD., LEEDS & THOUSAND ISLANDS. $99,900 LOT SIZE: 58 ACRES MLS# 081281201024405

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Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage

Al Jonkman,

HOMETOWN REALTY INC. BROKERAGE

KEN ALLEN

Office: 613-342-9000 x114 CALL DIRECT: 613-498-7307

Email: kenallen@sympatico.ca

$230,500 MLS

389 King St E, Gananoque Toll free: 1-888-382-4303 • Office: 613-267-2221

NEW PRICE!

1211 CUTHBERTSON AVENUE Immaculate 2 bedroom townhouse bungalow. (Approx. 1200 sq. ft.). Open concept. Hardwood floors, Immediate Possession. No fees.

www.kenallen.ca

Call Al today for your FREE market evaluation!

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Immediate Possession!

820 LAURIER BLVD. Two to choose from. 2nd or 3rd floor. Each has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Secured building. Elevator. Low condo fees. All reasonable offers considered. Immediate occupancy.

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$129,000 & $129,900 MLS

November 10th to November 24th, 2011

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14 Coyle Drive, Morrisburg - $349,900

3 + 1 bedroom raised bungalow located close to the St. Lawrence River. Fantastic family home with 3 bedrooms, full bath and den on the open concept main level. Lower level 4th bedroom, 3pc bath, huge family room with fireplace(wood insert) oak bar and games room with gas fireplace. Double car attached garage with basement entrance. Elevated deck overlooks lovely rear yard with mature trees. Call today!

50 Kyle Drive, Morrisburg - $254,900

Impeccable home and only a short walk to waterfront and golf club. Main floor dining & living room with hardwood floors, large new kitchen and main floor laundry with 2pc. 3 bedrooms up, 4pc bath-lower level 3pc bath, rec room and family room. 2.5 car garage/workshop, paved drive. Extensive renovations the last few years include bathrooms, kitchen, plumbing, electrical, renovated bsmnt and more. Enjoy the front porch!

heather@mouse2yourhouse.com 111 King St. Prescott, On K0E 1T0

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76 Fifth St. East, Morrisburg - $159,900

2 + 1 bedroom raised bungalow close to shopping and Morrisburg Golf Club. 2 bedrooms on main level with open concept living and dining area, large eat in kitchen. Lower level 3rd bedroom, 3pc bath and family room. This home has been partially renovated with new flooring, new gas furnace and freshly painted.

15 Spruce Avenue, Ingleside - $175,900

Located in the quiet village of Ingleside, this all brick 3+1 bedrm 2 bathrm bungalow with detached garage is across the street from a k to grade 12 public school and just a short walk to all the amenities-banking, post office, grocery, hardware, churches, library, medical, recreation, camping and the St. Lawrence river. Great family or retirement home in a fantastic community!

JOHN MORROW

DAVE DUPRAU

Broker Cell: 613-330-5580 jmorrow@coburnrealty.com

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21 THOROLD LANE, INGLESIDE (In the Plaza) Telephone: 613-537-2000 Fax: 613-537-2004

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First Time Home Buyers

Home Staging by Suzanne Leclerc Owner, Designer TIMELESS COMFORT ~staging & re-design~

Tip of the week ODDS VS. EVENS

(1) In general grouping items in odd numbers makes a more attractive display than even numbers. A grouping of three or five works well.

(2) To ensure the correct height when hanging art on the wall, the centre of the painting should be approximately five feet from the floor. (3) When selecting from your art pieces, pick the most elegant and most valuable ones for the living room.

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Tips to successfully purchase your first home. Be methodical in the home buying process. Start from the beginning by selecting a Real Estate agent that you are confident will work for you. You want your agent to listen to what you have to say and show you the homes that you want to see. But even more important than that, they must be able to convey the knowledge and expertise to get you the home that you want for a price you can afford.

Be thorough, in the selection of the home you’re going to purchase. Look at more than one home. Carefully inspect the preferred property for flaws both structural and cosmetic. Select trained professionals to help with the inspection. A home inspector or a general contractor is your greatest resource in this regard. They have the experience and expertise to give you an informed opinion of the condition of the property you are considering. Be decisive. One the most problematic issues new buyers run into is the fact they tend to second guess themselves. This causes first time buyers to miss opportunities to purchase homes because they can’t commit quickly enough to follow through on sales. This only exacerbates the issue, because the frustration level will mount as you miss out on more and more potential properties. Be ready to make a commitment and follow through on your decision.

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2 storey 3 bedroom, 1 and 1/2 bathroom semi detached in the village of Iroquois, fenced back yard, STEWART BVLD, BROCKVILLE spacious eat in kitchen, large bathroom, roof shingles 1 year old. Vendor owns both sides to semi willing to sell Sales Representative as one unit for $264,900. Great investment property. Close to all amenities. $139,000

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tions throughout. Gorgeous birch SUNDAY NOVEMBER 13TH, 2-3PM with cherry stain custom kitchen SATURDAY NOVEMBER 19TH, with pots and 10-11AM pans drawer and

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2 storey riverview home in a private country setting close to the st lawrence river. Spacious kitchen FAIRKNOWE DRIVE with plenty of cabinetry, oak hardwood flooring, breakfast nook and family rm with patio doors out to a Sales Representative deck. The basement is partially finished with a wood pellet stove. $279,900

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BROUSEVILLE RD 13.20 ACRES WITH 2 BARNS. GREAT AREA TO HAVE A HOBBY FARM WITH BARNS IN PLACE (NEED SOME REPAIR). $74,900


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Liz’ Tips

November 10th to November 24th, 2011

International Decor

The vacation time is over! Are you itching to travel? Then why not surround yourself with decor from faraway places? Read on for some decorating ideas on how to make your home feel like an international sanctuary.

Liz’ Tips

By: Liz Quinn of Design’in-Mind Maximum Impact with Minimal Investment Brockville, Ontario

packages and statuary all offer a chance to set the scene for your favourite exotic locale.

Pick your favourite place

You can decorate your home/apartment with international décor from one or many locations. Maybe you identify closely with your ancestral home, or have a favourite vacation spot. Surrounding yourself with apartment décor from a place you love or long to visit can be a good substitute until you get there in person. Choose a palette

Use decorative letter transfers to decorate your Asia-inspired room

Italian Have you heard about decorative lettering, the fast and easy way to add a unique touch to any room in your home? If you haven’t yet heard how much fun it is to add words on a wall, you’re missing out on the latest home decorating trend.

Africa

Selecting colours associated with the nation or Japanese tea set can instantly create a Zen-like region you’re trying to conjure is a quick way to atmosphere. bring the look to life. Delicate glassware done in specific styles recalls the Czech Republic or Venice, Italy. Richly-coloured scenes of beloved folk tales decorate the top of traditional Russian lacquer boxes, and a simple teak candlestick can Don’t worry – decorative lettering and decorative wall calligraphy aren’t politically correct transport you to Denmark. terms for graffiti. Nor are they acceptable terms Research the most common fabrics, papers, to use when you discover your child has taken woods and other materials that your favourite crayons to your walls. It’s the easiest, most international spot is known for and let your creative thing you can do to your walls and imagination run wild! other smooth surfaces including mirrors, wood, Mediterranean Other accessories and glass. Is Southern France or the There are endless ways to incorporate internaMediterranean calling your tional décor into your very own style. Go name? Blue and white say it instantly, while browns and oranges can evoke the Middle East in your home.

Are you missing Mexico? Vivid red, green and yellow on ceramics and fabrics call it to mind. These same colours call Africa to mind when found on the right decorative items and textiles.

Middle East

Mexico

The right materials

Asian Bedroom

Asian tea set

Italian in your kitchen with an espresso maker Texture and craftsmanship are specifically tied and travel or food posters depicting Italian to particular regions. The rough weave of a scenes. Pillows, carpets, bottles, posters, Guatemalan rug made with reds and greens can baskets, bowls, platters, framed pictures, food warm your bedroom, while handmade “papier maché” fruits and vegetables of Mexico look lovely in an earthenware bowl. The bright embroidered flowers on a Hungarian napkin set create an Eastern European flare on your dining table, while the crisp, bright prints of African textiles brighten a living room. Want your apartment to have a Japanese feel? Rice paper lampshades, an Asian style comforter, a wall hanging, or a ceramic

Italian

Italian

Just how easy it is to transfer a quote to a wall? It takes less time to apply letter transfers to walls than it does to create your message. That’s because you have so many options. Not only can you select from a huge collection of stock sayings and quotations, you can create your own personalized lettering transfers. Personalized lettering transfers are easier to use than stencils and better looking than wooden letters. These decorative letter transfers are easy to apply and when the time comes, they’re even easy to remove!

Lettering transfers

Ready for a trip? You don’t have to dig for your passport to travel to your favourite distant locale. The key to remember is “don’t overdo it”. Decorate one room in the travel spot of your choice. Keep it simple with a touch here and there. Remember not to mix styles: Asian will not go with Italian. By using the right colours, textures, images and accessories, your home/apartment décor can exude international flair every time you enter. Don’t know where to start? Let’s talk…613 342 4141


to amenities. $159,900. John Jonkman, 613.561.6464

downtown. Call Al 613.802.0232 for your private showing. $114,900

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Roof Maintenance Checklist

With winter around the corner, it's time to make a "to do list" around the house...

repairs. It may be necessary to add repair compound around any openings such as the chimney. Repair or replace aged or damaged shingles, remove moss and mildew and clean out the gutters.

Your roof is an strategic component in your home's protective shell. A roof's longevity and it's ability to remain waterproof will be increase The attic: If accessible, verify the if it is properly maintained. The following items: following checklist can help you 1. Water tightness: An inspection of evaluate the condition of your roof the attic is a good way to find in order to determine if it's time to potential sources of water leeks. consider a quick fix or a major Dark areas on wood are usually overhaul. signs of water damage. • Condition of the roof: Inspect the 2. Insulation: Make sure your surface and list the required minor ceiling insulation is composed of a continuous vapour barrier and an insulating material. The vapour barrier must be airtight, and all holes for pipes and cables must be sealed. This prevents warm and humid air from going through the attic and condensing just under the roof structure, during cold weather. Insulation material should provide an Rfactor of 30 or more.

ventilation reduces the melting of snow and the resulting risk of ice accumulation on the lower portions of the roof. In summer , it makes the house more comfortable and limits the overheating of the shingles.

If your roof inspection uncovers problems and extensive wear, it may be necessary to consider giving it a face-lift. On average, Canadian homeowners replace their roofing materials every 18 years at an average cost of $4,500 per project, based on a standard 1,000 square foot bungalow roof.

3. Ventilation: Appropriate ventilation and insulation of the attic allows the air to circulate under the roof. In winter, proper

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