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#31 The Bluffs

31 - 2301 Taluswood Place, Whistler BC

Offered at $929,000

204 Ravencrest

204 - 3212 Blueberry Drive, Whistler BC

Offered at $989,000

Absolutely stunning mountain & lake views from this 3 bedroom town home at the Bluffs at Taluswood, which also offers a very private location within walking distance to the slopes of Whistler Mountain. This home has many features including granite counter tops, heated floors in the bathrooms, kitchen and entry, gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings & much more.

Renovated 4 bedroom and loft on Blueberry Hill. Large open plan living area features new flooring, kitchen, lighting, large windows and 2 sun decks providing spectacular views of Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains. All 3 bathrooms have been renovated featuring seamless glass, new tile and new fixtures.

415 Alpenglow

3021 Alpine Crescent

415 - 4369 Main Street, Whistler BC

Offered at $179,000

Alta Vista, Whistler BC

Offered at $799,000

Fourth floor fully equipped studio at The Alpenglow, located in Whistler Village. Features new tile flooring with heated floors in main area, as well as new fridge, furniture, & electronics.

Rental income for January 2008 to September 2008 is just over $17,000. An excellent investment opportunity.

Listed under assessed value, this 3 bedroom home with a 1 bedroom rental suite is located on a large lot within walking distance to Alta Lake. Perfect as a rental investment or as a holding property over the Olympics before you build your dream home of up to 3500 square feet. Offers a new kitchen, wood burning fireplace, lots of parking and mountain views.

530 “B” Legends

2521 Whistler Road

530 - 2036 London Lane

Offered at $112,000

Looking to enjoy the 2010 Olympic events in Whistler? Purchase this quarter ownership in Legends and your one week each month will include 1 week during the 2010 Olympics and Paralympics plus 2 weeks over Christmas 2010. This desirable 1 bedroom is located on the top floor with views of the Downhill Run and Whistler Creek.

Creekside, Whistler BC

Offered at $899,000

This home in Whistler’s Creekside offers a prime location within walking distance to the slopes of Whistler Mountain and the Dave Murray Downhill. With 4 bedrooms and a studio suite, this is a great rental property or renovation project. Lots of potential and the ability to add on to a total of 2,625 square feet.

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WoRld Class WaTERFRoNT EsTaTE 10,000 sq. ft. luxury residence on a private, gated 8.39 acre estate property boasting unbelievable ocean and Mt. Baker views! Custom built using only the finest materials and workmanship this home features an incredible master suite with luxurious personal spa, gourmet chef kitchen, self-contained

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guest suites, caretaker's accommodation, fabulous tennis court, aviary, manicured grounds, waterfall and streams, terraced ponds, expansive patios, feature fire pit and outdoor dining gazebo . . . absolutely stunning! Offered at f£Ó] ä]äää

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PRIME 10 MILE PT. oceanfront!

This gorgeous .68 acre property is spectacular with southern exposure and views from Mt. Baker to the Olympics . . . lowbank access perfect for kayaking or boating too! This spacious 4 bedroom home boasts modern updates, wall-to-wall windows and a huge seaside patio! $2,475,000

ENJOY LUXURY LIVING & BREATHTAKING VIEWS from this elegant 5500 sq.ft. UPlandS WaTErFrOnT home! Sumptuous main floor master suite boasts his & hers ensuite bath & walk-in closet 'rooms'! Gorgeous new upgrades throughout and fabulous, sunny design with world-class panoramic views! $2,995,000

STUNNING ROCKLAND ‘MACLURE’ This luxurious home has been completely upgraded to the highest level winning a prestigious Hallmark Society award for the authentic renovation. Enjoy gleaming HW flrs, beautiful custom woodwork, elegant formal dining & living rms & library, original stained glass & antique fixtures, chef’s gourmet kitchen w/eating area & FP, luxurious master & additional bedrms w/gorgeous custom baths & top-of-the-line hardware, fixtures & finishing throughout! Incredible guest or nanny suite on the spacious lower level offers lots of options for family, B&B & more.

Outside, the gated property is sunny & beautiful with professionally landscaped gardens & amazing outdoor kitchen complete with built-in cooking/BBQ area, huge fireplace & granite countertops! $2,799,000

LUXURIOUS NEW PENTHOUSE in the heart of Victoria . . . just a short stroll from everything! This beautiful, spacious 3 bedroom plus den home at ‘The Chelsea’ boasts the most incredible 1400 sq.ft. wrap-around balcony and panoramic views of the ocean, Olympic Mts. and downtown Victoria landmarks! Enjoy the upgraded luxury finishing, spacious, open design, wall-to-wall windows, gleaming hardwood floors, gourmet kitchen, beautiful master suite with fireplace, upscale baths & so much more! Built by award winning Concert Properties, this attractive brick & stone faced building boasts exercise amenities, exceptional security, on-site caretaker and secured underground parking! $1,799,000

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aTTENTION BOaTErS! Beautiful low bank oceanfront home with private 200’ deep water dock, elegant, upscale reno’d 3 bedroom/ 3 bath home . . . walk to 5 star resort/spa/restaurants . . . the perfect getaway! f£]{ n]äää

STUNNING QUEENSWOOD 5200 sq.ft. home on gorgeous and totally private 1.26 acre park-like property just steps from beach access! 2004 buillt with 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, fantastic design and beautiful finishing . . . private guest house too! $2,275,000

SIMPly SPEcTacUlar NEW custom waterfront home on prestigious Marina Way just mins. from charming Sidney! Absolutely no expense has been spared in creating this amazing no-step luxury home . . . you won’t find better quality & finishing anywhere! f£]nÓx]äää

INcrEDIBlE NEW WaTErFrONT home with over 6800 sq.ft. & so many extras! Fantastic Great Room with wall-to-wall windows & non-stop views, high ceilings, amazing master suite with his & hers ensuite baths & walkin closets, huge games & media rooms, grand sweeping staircase, elevator & more! fÓ] x]äää

GOrGEOUS WaTErFrONT TOWNHOME 2-3 bedrm with beach access, on a stunning 5 acre property in Cordova Bay! 'Seascape' is easily one of Victoria's most exclusive developments w/spectacular views & privacy, beautiful new HW floors, hi-ceilings, fabulous master & more! f n ]äää

cOUNTry lIVING & 'lIKE-NEW' lUXUrIES! Gorgeous 4400 sq.ft. home on sunny 2 AC. property boasts top-to-bottom reno in 2003 with 4 bedrooms, huge living/dining room, sunny family room and office off kitchen, main floor master, beautiful deck overlooking gardens PLUS 5 stall barn, ring and paddocks too! f£]Î{ ]äää

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FaNTaSTIc QUEENSWOOD/arBUTUS Family home on PARK-LIKE .69 acre property! Over 3700 sq.ft. with 4-5 bedrooms & 5 baths, huge main floor family room, eat-in kitchen & sep living, dining room & office, attic studio & much more . . . walk to the beach, Cadboro Bay Village & more! f Ó{]äää

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“Selling the finest homes in the finest neighbourhoods�

ERIC CHRISTIANSEN West Vancouver Real Estate Sold more West Vancouver homes in 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008 than any other Realtor

Angell Hasman & Associates (Eric Christiansen) Realty Ltd. 1555 Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC V7V 1H9 fax: 1-866-771-1537 email: eric@ericchristiansen.com

View all my listings at www.ericchristiansen.com tel. 604-312-9999

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A ClAss Act

A Class Act

Tilda Swinton at the 80th Academy Awards winning the OSCAR for Best Supporting actress for her role in “Michael Clayton”.

Get red-carpet ready in just five steps.

With the nominees for the 81st Academy Awards announcement, the Oscar Party planning has begun. You might even be planning a glamorous party of your own, but how can you look red-carpet ready from the comfort of your own home?

Women often look to red carpet events to get ideas to incorporate the latest trends in fashion and beauty into their look. Unlike celebrities, most of us don’t have access to the stylists and makeup artists usually required to pull off these looks. But with the right beauty tricks and products, looking red-carpet ready at your next party can be easy. It just takes five steps down the red carpet to beauty.

Kate Winslet at the 2005 Academy Awards.

Step 1. Get that golden glow.

Nothing beats a bad hair day – except a bad skin day. A 2008 Olay Skin Survey found women felt three times more confident when their skin looked its best. Celebrities often have a perfect sun-kissed glow on the red carpet and you can achieve the same look at home.

The trick is to moisturize and attain an even skin tone. Prep skin by cleansing and exfoliating for a residue-free, clean canvas for beauty.

Use a foundation that blends seamlessly with your skin tone and can be enhanced further with blush or bronzer.

Step 2. Favour falsies.

Prepare to flash those beautiful lashes for the paparazzi by wearing a set of false eyelashes. Available in strips or individual clusters, a set of false lashes will open up your eyes and make your eye colour pop in just minutes.

Step 3. Work on that smile.

All actresses and models can flash that brilliant white smile thanks to expensive whitening procedures courtesy of their Hollywood dentists. An at-home whitening kit can give your smile that same pearly appeal. Complement your new grin with a lip colour that complements your skin tone and makeup such as rich berry colours that bring out a woman’s natural lip tint.

Step 4. Avoid the matchy-matchy faux pas.

Bright colours signifying optimism in the wake of the economic crisis are expected on the red carpet this season. Do follow this trend. Do not match your eye makeup to your outfit. A bright coloured dress should take centre stage with sheer, light coloured cosmetics like silver, pearl or gold tones taking the supporting role. Shimmery shadows ill brighten your eyes for an overall luminous look. Contour with a darker shade in the crease.

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Jennifer Aniston at the 2006 Academy Awards.

Step 5. Don’t have a meltdown.

The hot lights on the red carpet can melt away makeup. So too can dancing the night away with friends. To keep your prettiness in place, skip the heavy foundation and opt for a lighter tinted moisturizer or mineral powder foundation. Concentrate on taming the oily t-zone. Cream eye shadows and cheek stains will blend into the skin and won’t melt away as the night does. Dust your face with translucent powder to lock makeup in place.

The Oscars will be presented February 22, 2009 and will be aired beginning at 5 pm Pacific time.

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Strike for Change In the interest of keeping the Obama girls Malia and Sasha busy, the bowling industry has offered to to help President Obama “Strike� change on Capitol Hill with a transformation of the 40-year-old White House Lane. No word yet from the White House on whether their offer will be accepted, but Obama can be forgiven for the delay as he has bigger fish to fry, including the Economy, Iraq and the Middle East.

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For more information on this or other Vancouver properties please contact: Jamie MacDougall jmacdougall@sothebysrealty.ca 604-992-2282 Grant Connell gconnell@sothebysrealty.ca 604-250-5183 | www.sothebysrealty.ca

E&O.E: This information is from sources which we deem reliable, but must be verified by prospective Purchasers and may be subject to change or withdrawal.

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