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Donna Brewer Broker Direct: 613-342-8860

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Office: 613-258-1990 • Toll Free: 1-866-447-1990 francine@jcis.ca • www.royallepagegale.com

5078 County Rd. 44, Spencerville

3.65 acres, paved driveway, mature trees, park-like setting - 3 bedrm brick bungalow, spacious kitchen, double car garage, above-ground pool, multi level deck & more!

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!

570 Scotch Line Rd W, Kemptville

Elegant ideal family home, 4 bedrms, 3 bathrms, over 30K of recent upgrades. Living rm w/fireplace, new kitchen, new geothermal furnace, very economical & efficient home! See: www/obeo.com/638038

Century Stone home offers comforts, style and conveniences with recent updates and many features, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, gas fireplace, radiant in-floor heating C It’s all here!

7689 Dwyer Hill Rd., Burritts Rapids

333 Centre St., Prescott

$ ML 1 9 S# 9 , 80 9 0 09 0 36

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Office: 613.345.2121 Toll Free: 877.311.2121 Fax: 613.345.0680

2705 County Rd 43, Kemptville 6125 Armstrong Rd., Spencerville

$ ML 2 6 S# 9 , 78 9 0 52 0 01

Francine Menard

$ ML 1 8 S# 8 , 80 5 0 52 0 82

$187,500 MLS

www.lisamastin.com

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$ ML 2 3 S 8, #8 5 02 0 47 0 9

Email: lisamastin@royallepage.ca

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570 Drummond Conc 1, Perth On K7H 3C3 canadianpestcontrol@sympatico.ca

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“Working Hard to Bring You Home!”

S A LE S

Protecting Perth, Smiths Falls, Lanark and surrounding areas.

Spacious brick bungalow 3+1 bedrm, plus 1 bedrm in-law suite w/ private entrance/deck and driveway. Main house nicely updated with new windows, flooring etcC 1.9 acre, lots of space for everyone !

118 Brock St., Merrickville

Duplex (up&down), can easily be turned into spacious family home, close to main street, restaurant etc. in the historic village of Merrickville. Presently used as two 2-bedroom apartments, all appliances included.

$ ML 1 8 S 9, #7 5 93 0 59 0 8

Cornwall: 613.935-7503 Prescott: 613.925.5538 Toll Free: 1.877.935.7503 info@infinitycommunicationdesign.com

Creating Smooth Transitions Office: 613-725-1171 Direct: 613-266-9020

1335 Carling Avenue, Ottawa

Lana Waters

Sales Representative

Attention Gardeners!

335 Alice St., Merrickville Featured in Merrickville’s Homes and Gardens Tour 2011. Pride of Ownership throughout. Charming Centre-hall plan. 3 generous bedrms. Main flr laundry, complete w/all appliances. Classic front verandah, & custom 3-tiered deck. 1.58 acres of tranquility! $339,000 www.335Alice.com

www.HomesByLana.ca – Lana@HomesByLana.ca

Alliance Ltd. Brokerage 1131 Highway #43 Merrickville, Ont.

Robin Chinkiwsky Owner. Broker of Record.

Dana Mara Ellis Sales Representative.

NEW PRICE!

$389,500 - 111 Church St - Merrickville

Four bedroom,renovated,Turn of the century Victorian home, in the heart of Historic Merrickville! This house features 10' ceilings, hardwood floors, cove moulding, bay windows, oversized windows with treatments, updated bathroom with linen closets,and spacious front entry with stained glass trim, unique stair case railings, in-ground pool, new roof, private setting, corner lot, and much more! Call Robin at 613-302-8852

Ross McMurchy Sales Representative.

Fiona McKenney Office Administrator.

613-269-2222 / www.RideauValley.com Each office independently owned and operated.

$169,999 - 16 ROBINA AV - Smiths Falls

This beautiful home has been meticulously kept. New windows, part newer roof, wiring, plumbing and more. Spacious and bright kitchen. Beautiful baseboards and moulding intact, redone stair case. Beautiful, mature lot has a fenced back yard plus a gorgeous pond and a great sized shed that could be used as workshop. Call Dana at 613-799-0379

Serving the Brockville, Merrickville, Kemptville, Smiths Fall and surrounding area with all your real estate needs. We belong to and will list your home on the Ottawa Real Estate Board, for maximum exposure!

NEW PRICE!

$249,900 - 147 CORKORAN RD - Merrickville/Wolford

Well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bath, homestead, featuring a barn, with several animal pens, a two car garage with workshop space. Home has many up-grades such as newer bathroom, heating system, water heater, and more...The treed yard has wonderful garden spaces. A great place for kids to grow up!! Gardener's, car hobbyists, pet lover's paradise. Country living at it's finest! Call Dana at 613-799-0379

$445,000 - 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

$219,900 - 205 Church St - Merrickville

Spacious three bedroom, two bath bungalow in the heart of Merrickville. Features include an oversized kitchen, two bathrooms, large garage, paved laneway, central air, storage shed, corner lot, affordable BUNGALOW! Call Robin at 613-302-8852

$434,000 - 389 Heritage Dr - Merrickville area Private 5.87 acre property surrounded in mighty pines with a unique 3 bdrm, 3 bath home at its center. Main flr exhibits open kitchen area with living, dining and master bdrm. Lower level has family rm, bdrm, bathrm, and hobby rm. Large 3 season enclosed porch. Call Ross at 613-868-6786

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Our Featured Homes

ATTENTION GARDENERS!

$339,000

$327,000

335 Alice St., Merrickville

Featured in Merrickville’s Homes and Gardens Tour 2011. Pride of Ownership throughout. Charming Centre-hall plan. 3 generous bedrms. Main flr laundry, complete w/all appliances. Classic front verandah, & custom 3-tiered deck. 1.58 acres of tranquility! www.335Alice.com

570 Scotch Line Rd W, Kemptville

Elegant ideal family home, 4 bedrms, 3 bathrms, over 30K of recent upgrades. Living rm w/fireplace, new kitchen, new geothermal furnace, very economical & efficient home! See: www/obeo.com/63803

Francine Menard Sales Representative

Office: 613-725-1171 Direct: 613-266-9020

1335 Carling Avenue, Ottawa

Leeds & Grenville

Direct: 613-658-2233 Office: 613-258-1990

2705 County Rd 43, Kemptville

www.remaxriverview.com

Riverview Realty Ltd. Brokerage Each office independently owned and operated.

Call Al today for your FREE market evaluation

Al Jonkman,

Sales Representative Direct: 613-802-0232 al@remaxriverview.com

169 CRONK WOODS RD, MALLORYTOWN

16 MARY STREET, JOHNSTOWN

Great bungalow in established neighbourhood. Hardwood throughout, nicely landscaped oversized lot. Double car garage with interior access. Updates include exterior doors, roof, septic, furnace. Great location close to international bridge & St Lawrence river with easy commute to Ottawa. $189,900

Take the short drive to this impressive well cared for 3 bedroom home. Attached single garage with interior access. Spacious rooms with pride of ownership evident throughout. Enjoy the large deck and 27ft above ground pool. $259,900

Re/Max Riverview Realty Ltd, 389 King St E, Gananoque • Toll free: 1-888-382-4303 • Office: 613-267-2221

Brandon Stone

Sales Representative

brandon@mouse2youhouse.com

111 King St. E. Prescott

Phone: 613-925-0505 10781 City Rd. 2 Iroquois Phone: 613-652-2222 Toll free: 1-866-487-0077

“Visit our website to view photos & more details!”

279 PERTH STEET, BROCKVILLE - $249,900 Large Bungalow Exceptionally Built and Cared For - MLS# 803521

2007 COUNTY ROAD 2, JOHNSTOWN - $170,000 Cozy Home with a Huge Detached Garage/Workshop - MLS# 800669

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5520 BRIDLEWOOD CT, IROQUOIS - $159,900 Two Storey Semi in a Great Neighbourhood - MLS# 794737

3608 COUNTY ROAD 2, PRESCOTT - $189,900 High Traffic Commercial/Office Building - MLS# 799609

ALLISON

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September 1st to September 15th, 2011 11696 Lakeshore Drive, Morrisburg – Excellent bungalow on Lakeshore Drive west of Morrisburg with St. Lawrence River views; 3 bedrooms, remodeled main bath and master ensuite, fabulous family room, solarium, + so much more! $279,900.

NEW LISTING

MORRISBURG VILLAGE PLAZA

40 Park Ave, Morrisburg – Lovely, unique 1.5 storey home with St. Lawrence River views; 2 bedrooms on main floor plus master on 2nd floor; attached single car garage plus detached 2 car garage with loft, an excellent home that must be seen! $334,500.

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11696 Lakeshore Drive, Mor- 40 Park Ave, Morrisburg – 3 Whitney Cres., Morrisburg – risburg – Excellent bungalow on Lovely, unique 1.5 storey home Character 2 storey home in quiet Drive west of with St. Lawrence River views; 2 cul-de-sac; 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, Lakeshore Morrisburg with St. Lawrence bedrooms on main floor plus hardwood floors, 2nd storey sunRiver views; 3 bedrooms, remod- master on 2nd floor; attached room, many recent updates eled main bath and master single car garage plus detached including gas furnace, central 3 Whitney Cres., Morrisburg – ensuite, fabulous family room, 2 car garage with loft, an excel- a/c, gas hot water tank, gas fireCharacter 2 storey home in quiet solarium, + so much more! lent home that must be seen! place + more. Great family cul-de-sac; 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, $279,900. $334,500. home. $194,500. hardwood floors, 2nd storey sunroom, many recent updates VISIT OUR LISTINGS AT WWW.REALTOR.CA including gas furnace, central a/c, gas hot water tank, gas fire- We have high quality rentals available – References required SERVING THE SEAWAY VALLEY FOR 30 YEARS place + more. Great family home. $194,500.

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116 KING STREET WEST Office: 613.345.2121 Toll Free: 877.311.2121 Fax: 613.345.0680

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Direct: 613-498-7471 ian.stephenson@century21ca www.century21.ca/ianstephenson

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NEW LISTING!

123 PINE STREET, BROCKVILLE

5234 ALGONQUIN RD, AUGUSTA Full acre lot.

Spacious centre hall plan, 4 bedrooms. Downtown Core.

$285,000 MLS

$224,500 MLS

POWER OF SALE PROPERTIES! $370,500 MLS 55 WATER STREET EAST

Suite 201 On the Riverside.

1 in city $99,900

$239,900 MLS

1 country property $79,900

808 RIVERVIEW LANE Townhouse Condo with direct river access.

Call Donna for further details.

Call to set up your appointment on these great properties. SCHOOL DAYS ARE HERE AGAIN!

Randy North

Sales Representative, B.A.

Direct: 613-340-0794

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Sales Representative, B.A.

Direct: 613-213-3639

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5 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS + WATERVIEW!!

$94,444-527 ChambersaFantasticPlace.ca

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Two beautiful brick bungalows!

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THE GRANDEST OF GRAND ROOMS

$124,999-Cardinal-2182 Dundas-2 bdrms-25x13 ft grand room w/original trim+bay window+gas fireplace+new engineered floors-Backyard oasis backs onto Galop Canal-Updates: shingles&windows-2005-gas furn-1999aFantasticPlace.ca

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$360,067-22 Sir James Morris-Morrisburg-Fantastic river view from most south facing windows & 52x10 L-shaped deck-4+1 bdrm-5 bath historical home w/original staircase-some original trim-Updates: some windowswir-plumbing-custom kitchenGorgeousWaterView.com

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$239,555-2125 CR#44BungalowWithHugeGarage.com

$299,999-2019 Ventnor Rd-Edwardsburgh-1.24 acres Paradise Found on a quiet county road-approx. 2400 sq.ft-4 bdrm-2 bath-2 sided fireplace in living room-Upgrades: windows-french doors-shingles-heat pump-a/c-direct entrance to double garage-FantasticBungalow.com

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Maureen Fodrek

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John A. Allison

HARDWOOD! HARDWOOD!

$188,888-Spencerville-42 Bennett-well-insulated brick bungalow23 x 12 foot grand room w/gas propane fp-carpet free-impeccable kitchen&bath-currently res zoning only-option for commercial8.5 ft high lower level-2010: windows-doors-hi-eff furn25 year shingles-BrickBungalow.info

Office 613-498-3113

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VAL WILSON

BAMBI MARSHALL Sales Representative

Direct: 613-498-6393

bambiworking4u@gmail.com

$489,000 Located in Busy Downtown Core In Eastern Ontario

Direct: 613-340-3951

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val.wilson@cogeco.ca

A S AF E AN D H A P P Y LABOUR DAY TO EVERYONE!

$79,000 Eastern Ontario

$289,900

STONE BUILDING

Would make an ideal office location for professionals catering to wealthy seniors. Located in an area where real estate is rapidly appreciating.

Sales Representative

September 1st to September 15th, 2011

ESTABLISHED CATERING BUSINESS

Currently operating from a busy restaurant, the owner wishes to downsize and/or retire. The catering entity previously grossed sales of $300,000 per year. Priced for a quick sale. Asking $79,000. Please contact Val for details.

1269 County Road 2 West. 3 +1 bedroom, 3 bath, Corell Custom Kitchen, air, gas fireplace, R50 insulation, city water, inground pool, 149 x 288 lot. -$100,000+ in renovations. Contact Val Wilson for further details.

6 SPENCER STREET, SPENCERVILLE

146 DIBBLE STREET, EAST PRESCOTT

777 STEWART BVLD, BROCKVILLE

162 TEMPERANCE, LAKE ROAD

32 2, 88 8

$ 20 9, 90 0

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$3 27 , 1 62

2 +1 bedroom, electrical & furnace updated. Contact Bambi directly. MLS# 70801001005900

4 bedroom with family room. Contact Bambi. MLS# 070170104003301

Beautiful custom built home located just Large 2 bedroom with eat in 15 minutes north of Brockville. 3 bedrooms with 2 full baths, open concept, cherry wood kitchen and kitchen and above ground pool add warmth and comfort to this spacious and fenced in back yard. Contact Bambi. staircase home. For more information, contact Bambi. MLS# 080203007521500 MLS# 081981902400408

169 JONAS STREET, LYNDHURST

9005 HWY 42, WESTPORT

601 TOWNLINE ROAD, SMITHS FALLS

11 ROBINSON AVE., SMITHS FALLS

1628 NOLAN ROAD, MONTAGUE

38 9 , 16 9

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4 bedroom, 4.5 bath and was run as a B & B. MLS# 081281602014600

22.6 acre Hobby Farm located between Newboro & Westport. Double car garage/workshop and barn. While the mechanics of the house are updated and certified, it will need your final touches. Owner is willing to reduce the price by $25,000 if you are prepared to complete the final renovations. Contact Bambi for further information. MLS# 083183904417000

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

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and above gound pool and only a 5 minute drive to SF.

3+ 1 bedroom/den on Large double lot. Contact Bambi. MLS# 090403003075300

LOTS FOR SALE!

131 SHORT POINT RD., LYNDHURST LOT SIZE: 1734.08` X 15 ACRES $49,900

Beautiful custom built home located just 15 minutes north of Brockville. 3 bedrooms with 2 full baths, open concept, cherry wood kitchen and staircase add warmth and comfort to this spacious home. For more information, contact Bambi. MLS# 081981902400408

MARBLE ROCK RD., LEEDS & THOUSAND ISLANDS LOT SIZE: 58 ACRES $99,900

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Independantly Owned & Operated Brokerage

Office: 613-937-4445 506 Pitt Street, EXIT REALTY SEAWAY Cornwall ON

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51 FOREST HILL RD, LONG SAULT $1,395,000 3 Level 6,500 Sq. ft of luxury living-Welcome to this absolutely stunning stone and cedar Adirondack style home-Finest finishing and craftsmanship. This home is offering a perfect blend of contemporary and classic elegance with hardwood and travertine marble floors throughout, custom architectural moldings, 5 beautiful baths, gourmet kitchen with granite counters and restaurant quality appliances including double ovens. This bright sun filled home with breath taking views leads to outdoor living areas with 2000 sq. ft. of ipe decking, tempered glass railing, 4,000 sq. ft. of interlocking patio, heated in ground salt water pool, extensive stone work including walls, stairs and walkways and so much more. So many features: In floor heating throughout lower level, 3 level, double sided stone fireplace, spa like bath, lower level theatre, home gym with mirrored wall, hot tub and the list goes on and on!!!...Call Henrietta @ 613-930-5372 for full details.

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Liz’ Tips

Feng Shui for today:

Many people have asked me about the practice of Feng Shui and where it all began. This custom is believed to have started six thousand years ago in the Neolithic times.

September 1st to September 15th, 2011

Liz’ Tips

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

element and contains positive energy, it is lifeless and contains none or very little Ch'i. You need to use live wood in the form of a bushy plant similar to a "money plant" as it holds & retains so much live Ch'i. Plants also filter the air we breathe; it is better to use a natural form when it comes to the wood element. Remember to feed and water the plant, because if it dies it will hold Sha Ch'i, even on any dead leaves, so keep it in good condition. Although colour is not as effective, the wood element can be replaced by the colour green. You can, of course, use both plant & colour together. - Wood represents the directions of East and South East.

element; you could use a brass vase or wall plaque. When choosing an element try to look at the shape, don't use sharp points or unattractive objects just because they have the element you need. Feng Shui is about creating harmony and balance and it should look attractive in the environment you put it in. The colours you should use are white, gold, and silver. - Metal represents the West and North West.

complete understanding of the Chinese concepts FIRE of Ch'i (energy), Yin and Yang, and the Five Fire Element is the most "Yang" of the elements. Elements. Because fire is so Yang, this is the one instance Yīn "shady place, north slope, south bank (river); where colour does work well. A tea-light or table cloudy, overcast"; is the dark element: it is lamp with a red shade make excellent fire remepassive, dark, feminine, downward-seeking, and dies. Please be very careful when using tapered corresponds to the night. candles or oil lamps: use tealights or votives for Yáng "sunny place, south slope, north bank safety. - Fire represents the South. (river), sunshine"; is the bright element: it is EARTH active, light, masculine, upward-seeking and Earth element is often confused with soil, which corresponds to the daytime. is only part of the element. Earth needs to be Yin is often symbolized by water and air, while combined with rock, clay, and stone etc. i.e. a yang is symbolized by fire and earth. terracotta pot filled with soil is a perfect earth The elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and element, or a clay statue. Earth colours are warm Water are the foundation for Feng Shui balance tones of yellow & beige but not as effective as the and play a very important role in creating the real element itself. - Earth represents the North perfect environment. East or the South West.

let it go stagnant, as this will create many problems. A fountain or aquarium is ideal or a simple fishpond in the garden. Water has always been associated with power. It has been used for thousands of years by Kings and Emperors in the form of protection as in a moat around a castle, or a powerful attraction for abundance. If you look at most Cities today, they are either positioned near the water or have large lakes or rivers close by. Thousands of years ago, cities which were built near waterways were always more populous and prosperous as well as being inviting to travelers and tradesmen. Today, most ocean-side and lakeside homes are sought after. - The colours blue or black can replace water.

According to some discoveries, Feng Shui can be placed among the most ancient practices of not only China but the entire world as well. Since those times, it has been carried from one generation to another as well as it has been acquiring new knowledge while deepening the already existing one. Feng Shui is a system approach to interior design which is often characterized by a minimalist appearance, because of its emphasis on de-cluttering. Its principles are compatible with virtually any style of architecture or interior design. The practice of Feng Shui emphasizes the need for people to live in harmony with their environment. To apply Feng Shui you need a

WATER

Water is the key element; we would not exist without it, our planet as our body is made up of mainly water. It is a very powerful element to use, it should always be clear and free flowing, never

You should be careful when using the elements in certain areas. According to the experts in Feng Shui strategy, if used correctly the elements can have a positive impact on wealth, health, WOOD METAL relationships etc. For more information on Feng The first element is wood because it is the begin- Metal can be found in many forms. Silver, Gold, Shui, consult your local library for books on the ning of new life; it is the creator of the five- Copper, and Bronze are just a few of the Metal subject, or call an interior decorator to harmonize element cycle. Although wood furniture is a wood Element. You can also be creative when using this & energize your home.

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