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Masterfully built custom residence. 4,500 square feet plus professionally finished heated floor basement on a deep south lot. 4 plus 1 bedrooms, 6 washrooms. Lot size: 47’ x 156.37’.
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Well-maintained 2-storey home in most coveted street - Parkview Avenue southern builder’s prime lot. Lot size 45’ x 122’.
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IN TOWN HORSE FARM
DOWNTOWN RESIDENTIAL INVESTMENT
BUNGALOW, IN-LAW SUITE, HEATED SHOPS, ARENAS
A PLACE TO WORSHIP
ACTON This unique horse farm offers a 2 plus den plus 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom brick bungalow with the comforts of municipal services (town water, sewer, natural gas and high-speed internet) on a 423 x 1,065 foot oasis. Updated eat-in kitchen is equipped for entertaining. The 3rd bedroom balcony overlooks backyard. Laundry and access to an attached garage complete the carpet-free main floor. The finished walkout basement provides a 2nd eat-in kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom and more living space. The 9 stall barn has water and hydro with loft area for hay and personal uses. A running track, pond, forest and fields give a family room to roam. 3 driveways and lots of parking. $1,099,000
ORANGEVILLE This 3 plus 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom bungalow and ground level detached 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom in-law suite provide you an ideal property for your family to live and work. Both residences have carpet-free main floors with the separate in-law suite offering a stunning open concept living area for family, a home office or rental. The horse facility is equipped with a 12 stall barn, 60 x 120 ft indoor arena with observation and toilet and 100 x 200 ft outdoor riding arenas surrounded by 10+ acres of fenced pasture. A heated 4 car garage and heated 34 x 60 ft shop offer additional $2,199,000 uses and parking. Less than 7 minutes from Orangeville on a paved road.
LOG BUNGALOW WITH 4 CAR GARAGES
PIGEON LAKE This magnificent log home offers you a 4-season family retreat equipped with impressive carpet-free finishes, finished basement with heated floors and access to 4 car garages on a 103 ft x 228 ft lot. Deeded waterfront lets your family play year-round on water and land. $1,299,000
LOG BUNGALOW ON A 14 ACRE OASIS
CAMPBELLVILLE This private 3 plus 1 bedroom, 4 bath log bungalow offers a spacious floor plan surrounded by ponds and forest. Entertainerʼs granite counter kitchen and deluxe master. Finished lower level. 3 car and separate 2 car heated garage with lots of parking. Natural gas and back-up generator. $1,990,000
EXCLUSIVE - GEORGETOWN Seven 2 bedroom and one 1 bedroom apartments on a 66 x 145 foot lot in the core of downtown Georgetown. Investment income with rent from existing tenants. New shingles and many renovated apartments are a few of the upgrades. On-site coin laundry and 8 parking spots.
ACTON This well-maintained stone and brick house of prayer accommodates 200 worshipers with an elevator providing access from the ground level foyer to the main floor. Completely renovated in 2001 and sits on a 182 x 133 ft lot serviced by natural gas, well and septic. $699,000 2 entry accesses off a paved road just North of Acton.
A HIDDEN GEM BEYOND THE GATE
NORVAL This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home is nestled on a 76 x 143 ft lot backing onto greenspace. Quartz countertop kitchen with laundry and walkout to sunroom, formal dining/living rooms. A fully fenced backyard with ample parking, gardens and a separate artist studio. Metal roof. Septic 2018. $724,000
A PIECE OF PARADISE
ERIN This private 10 acre property lets you build your home in the country only minutes away from town and GO. An existing driveway leads to a building envelope surrounded by mature trees and the Eramosa River. Property taxes reflect credits. Under $474,000 GRCA. Survey.
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Today, many homeowners are looking to creating a contemporary style kitchen with streamlined surfaces and well-honed finishes. Yet, without the high functionality of smart storage, your contemporary kitchen would soon turn into a cluttered, frustrating mess. Here are some tips for creating storage in the busiest space in the house.
LIGHT & AIRY WITH MA XIMIZED STOR AGE Clean and simple is the cornerstone for contemporary design, which is why we encourage our clients to consider simple
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cabinetry with clean lines and then add texture and warmth with hits of colour. To achieve this, we often use contrasting coloured materials under the kitchen island. Not only does a large island function as a major storage component in a kitchen, but it also acts as a focal point for the space. Appliance garages are also a great way to store small, yet bulky, appliances like mixers, blenders and food processors. Tucked away, they remain accessible, yet out of sight. Be sure to finish interior cabinets by adding multiple electrical outlets prior to final cabinet installation.
Popular butler’s pantries are another great way to add storage, particularly when it extends out of the kitchen and into the hallway. This extra space is ideal for storing additional appliances, drinking glasses and bar stock. Consider tall pantry towers with shelves, pullout baskets and shallow drawers within your kitchen renovation plans.
SMART STOR AGE MEANS LESS BULK AND CLUTTER Smart storage also means that bulky, built-in appliances seamlessly merge with pantry cabinets and other millwork to maximize space. Consider a sleek, built-in oven, microwave, stylish hood and refrigerator to give your kitchen that custom-built look. To maximum space, place all appliances on one wall. Many of our clients want a dedicated coffee area but between appliances, cups and other items, they take up a lot of surface space. Try adding in a smart-storage coffee nook with contemporary, swing-out cabinet doors that fold away to help maintain clean lines throughout the space. Finally, consider where you will have your garbage area. We often move garbage and recycling bins off the kitchen floor and into large lower cabinet drawers to reduce visual clutter. Review if you have enough space to add in additional compost bins into the cabinetry.
EXTEND CABINETS TO THE CEILING Large cabinets not only look stylish in a contemporary kitchen, but also double as extra storage. Consider having tall upper cabinets that extend to the ceiling with no dust collecting gaps between the cabinets and ceiling in your kitchen renovation. Today, we find we design most cabinets all the way to the ceiling which offers loads more extra storage to the average sized kitchen. If you are leery about being able to reach the high cabinets, try adding a modern hook or a sliding ladder to get to those hard to reach places. When it comes to creating a contemporary kitchen with smart storage, having the right design team will assure that all the details are considered and the job is done right. Pure Kitchens Inc. can help every step of the way, starting with helping the client choose a design plan that offers streamlined surfaces, functionality and efficiency. After all, you want your kitchen to not only look stylish but also one that functions. Let’s create a space you want to spend time cooking and entertaining for years to come – the kitchen you’ve always wanted. ◆
Kitchen Designer JACLYN VAN MAURIK has been in the design industry for over a decade. Known for her thoughtful custom millwork designs and kitchen design management with Pure Kitchens Inc. Jaclyn designs each kitchen from overall concept to final completion. Pure kitchens Inc. designs and manufactures bespoke cabinetry for clients with discerning tastes throughout Toronto and the GTA. /PureKitchenSinc PureKitchenSinc.com
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GREAT LOCATION, FAMILY FRIENDLY 2 storey, 4 plus 1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms on a cul de sac. Combo living/dining, updated kitchen with island, family room with fireplace. Master has his/hers closets and 4 piece ensuite. Finished basement with exercise room, rec room, bedroom and workshop. Upgrades: upper level bath, water softner, furnace and gas hook up. Across from park, tennis court and trails. Caledon. $849,998
BACKING ONTO ISLAND LAKE CONSERVATION Sidesplit, 3 plus 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 125 x 200 ft lot. Dining/living combo with hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen slate floors, quartz counters and walkout to deck. Master has hardwood, walk-in closet and 3 piece ensuite. Huge family room with fireplace. Finished basement with 2 bedrooms and rec room. 2 car garage, inground pool, deck, cabana and trail just beyond to Island Lake. Mono. $839,000
4 SEASON RETREAT Bungalow, 3 plus 2 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 24.3 acres. Fireplace, French doors,
COUNTRY RESORT GETAWAY 2 storey, 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 12 acres. Living/dining combo with
granite counters, vaulted ceilings, plank and slate floors, marble. Master has 7 piece ensuite and walk-in closet. Separate entry basement with rec, exercise, games, sauna rooms, 2 bedrooms and bathroom. 2 ponds, 4 car garage, 35 x 45 ft shop, generator, inground pool, cabana, greenhouse, barn and trails. Caledon. $2,599,000
fireplace and hardwood floors. Eat-in kitchen with ceramic, island, fireplace and walkout. Master has 5 piece ensuite and walk-in closet. Finished walkout basement with rec room, games room, den, bar and bathroom. Detached 3 car garage, heated inground pool, hot tub, trails through forest, exclusive street with 5 homes. $1,895,000 Caledon.
BEAUTIFUL AND SERENE PROPERTY Bungalow, 3 plus 2 bedrooms, 3 baths, 18.2 acres. Eat-in kitchen/family
EXECUTIVE FAMILY HIDEAWAY Multi level, 5 bedrooms, 6 baths, 10 acres. Updated main kit. with tile
room combo with fireplace, island, S/S appliances, double ovens, gas stove top and walkout. Master has 7 piece ensuite, walkout to deck and walk-in closet. Finished walkout basement with 2 bedrooms, exercise, rec, sauna $1,599,000 rooms, wet bar, sound proof ceiling and bath. 2 car garage, inground pool and hot tub. Mono.
floor, island and built-in S/S appliances. 1 bedroom nanny suite with 1 car garage. Master has hardwood, fireplace and 6 piece ensuite. Finished walkout basement with kitchen, rec and games room. 3 car garage, shop $2,488,000 with storage, rooftop terrace, inground pool, waterfall feature, pond, sunroom. Caledon.
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PRIVATE MODERN COUNTRY ESTATE 2 storey, 3 bedrooms, 5 baths, 50 acres. Great room with hardwood floors & fireplace, kitchen with granite counters, ceramic floors and walkout, dining room with French doors. Main floor master has hardwood, 6 piece ensuite and walk-in closet. Finished basement with rec room and bath. 5 car garage, forest, trails, 10 acre meadow, multi walkouts, geothermal heat, sauna, flagstone walks. Erin. $1,750,000
PRESTIGIOUS ESTATE SUBDIVISION 2 storey, 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 172 x 377 ft lot. Fam/updated kit. combo with fireplace, built-in entertainment unit, granite counters, island, built-in double ovens, gas stovetop, S/S range, walkout to patio. Master has walk-in closet, 4 piece ensuite with heated floor, quartz counters and $1,549,000 custom walk-in shower. Multi outbuildings and generator. Caledon.
RARELY SEEN Custom built 2 storey, 5 plus 1 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2.2 acres. Hardwood & ceramic floors, crown moulding, bay window, fireplace, granite counters, pocket doors, mudroom, office, walkouts to Ion inground pool, tennis court and deck. Master with 5 piece ensuite and walk-in closet. Finished basement, 3 car garage, metal shingle roof, generator, security system and outbuilding. Caledon. $1,650,000
BEAUTIFUL AND PRIVATE Bungalow, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathroooms, 2.14 acres backing onto river. Open concept living/dining/updated kitchen with hardwood floors, pot lights, fireplace, walkout to deck, island, gas cooktop, double ovens and quartz counters. Master has hardwood, vaulted ceiling, pot lights, walkout, 5 piece ensuite with tub. 2 car garage, set well back, geothermal heat, fire pit, forest. Mono. $999,000
GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO LIVE IN CALEDON Cape Cod style on 2.15 acres, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Many upgrades: renovated baths, most windows and doors replaced, kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances, flooring, LED pot lights, eavestroughs. Finished walkout basement with separate entry. Apple trees, gardens, covered back porch, fire pit, walking trail, private country location. Caledon. $839,000
QUALITY BUILT WITH LOW MAINTENANCE IN MIND 2.5 storey, 78 x 299 ft ravine lot, 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Open concept 1st floor with soaring ceiling in living/family area, 16 ft high 2 way fireplace, kitchen with island and pantry, separate dining room with French doors. Master has 4 piece ensuite and walk-in closet. 3rd floor sound barrier loft ideal as games rm private suite. $1,198,000 Caledon.
MOVE IN READY Sidesplit, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 23.8 x 120 ft pie shaped lot. Updated eat-in kitchen with gas stove, stainless steel appliances and walkout. Family with wainscoting, fireplace and walkout. Master has walk-in closet and 3 piece ensuite. Finished basement with rec room and 2 piece bathroom. 1 car garage, 2 tier deck, shed, fully fenced yard, mature trees, irrigation system, close to schools. Barrie.
WORK/LIVE/PLAY IN ONE LOCATION 198 x 165 corner lot on busy road
$529,000
$899,900
GREAT COMMUTING LOCATION Bungalow, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3.3 acres. Great room with gas fireplace and hardwood floors, dining room with walkout to sunroom, chefs kitchen with granite, maple and cherry cabinets and walkout to 500 square foot deck. Master has hardwood, sleek 5 piece ensuite and walk-in closet. Finished walkout basement with rec room and bathroom. 2 car garage, backing onto $1,179,000 lake and park, private enclave. Adjala.
9.66 COUNTRY ACRES Located on a sideroad which limits the amount of car traffic, gives you peace and quiet. Trails through the woods for hiking and snowmobiling. Currently enrolled in Conservation Land Tax Incentive Program. Build your dream home with space for all the extras: shop, pool, tennis court and enjoy $449,000 nature at its finest. Mulmur.
30.37 FARMLAND ACRES Located on a main road with approximately 1300 feet
which is ideal for a business. Work building is approx. 4000 square feet with 2 levels and features 200 AMP power, full heating system, bathroom and main floor 9-12 ft ceilings. Home is renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom school house with hardwood floors, vaulted and beamed ceilings and spacious kitchen with pantry. Mono.
of frontage. Flat and open property which is ideal for agricultural type uses, your amazing custom home, outbuildings, pool, the works. This is a rare offering with its location and close to amenities. Enjoy the country but still be close to shopping, $1,775,000 dining, hospital and schools. Caledon .
23.66 BEAUTIFUL ACRES Property features a mixture of natural forest, reforested sections and a lovely pond. This combination would make an exceptional building location for your custom home surrounded by nature and wildlife. Use your imagination and consider the advantages to living in the country in the perfect $679,000 location. Mono.
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Flipping through the pages of design and decor magazines is a great source of inspiration for many of us. The featured rooms are usually big and bright, with tons of natural light and an airy feel. Some of the appeal comes via wonderful architecture, high ceilings and large-scale windows. The rest comes from strategic planning and a sleek designers touch. We here at Fine Finishes Design Inc. are often asked to create a sense of more space in our clients’ homes. Here are some of our tried and true tricks and tips to making a home feel larger, brighter and more open. Probably the simplest shortcut to a bigger and brighter home is to de-clutter. Granted, this won’t actually get you more square footage, but you’ll be amazed at your newfound perceived sense of space. A great start is to remove items usually kept on your tabletops and countertops. Also, minimally adorned shelves will help to accentuate your home’s architecture, furniture and artwork. These flat surfaces seem to beg for more but if you want to achieve a visual sense of space, these de-cluttering tips work every time.
LIGHTER COLOURS CAN MAKE YOUR WALLS VISUALLY RECEDE, WHILE DEEPER COLOURS TEND TO COME FORWARD TO CREATE COZINESS.
Wall colour is another useful way to create the illusion of more overall space. To bring a sense of light and air to your home, choose a neutral colour palette of white, beige or light grey. Paint the room and all adjoining areas in the same hue to create continuity and blur the boundaries between different living areas. Another rule to follow is to keep contrast to minimum and have an overall monochromatic colour palette from the ground up for an overall cohesive and seamless look. Speaking of walls, have you taken stock of your windows yet? Another helpful tip to make your home look and feel larger is to maximize its natural light. Replace your heavy drapes with simple white sheers, which offer the benefit of privacy without impeding the flow of sunlight. If privacy is not an issue, omit the window coverings altogether for a modern, minimal look. A great tip from ‘Specialty House Manufacturing’ is to hang your window coverings as close to the ceiling as possible to give further visual allusion of larger windows. ▹
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When you’re finally ready for furniture, choosing the right scale is key. A small home that’s outfitted with sleek, streamlined furniture will not only look more spacious, but will be more functional as well. Look for furniture that has clean lines, clear glass and reflective materials, which hold less visual weight than solid woods. As you arrange your furniture, steer clear of doorways, traffic patterns and sight lines to ensure you maintain that great sense of openness. The most beautiful homes aren’t necessarily the biggest ones. Square footage is just a number. The more important thing is how you use it. Choose colours that are light and keep the knick-knacks to a minimum. By freeing up visual space in your home, you’ll soon find yourself living larger than you thought possible. ◆
ANDREA COLMAN is Principal of Fine Finishes Design Inc. With almost two decades of reno & design experience her full service firm service clientele throughout GTA, Ontario, The growing boutique design firm is known for creating stylish, harmonious, livable environments. finefinishes.ca
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RECIPE
A Classic ITALIAN PASTA DISH FOR THE HOLIDAYS ENJOY
THE CLASSIC COMBINATION OF SPINACH AND RICOTTA IN THIS DELICATE RAVIOLI, filled with three types of organic cheese and real cream. To really allow the pasta to shine, it’s best served with a light sauce or, in this case, a simple sauté of juicy tomato and leafy greens. “Hold your block of Parmesan by the rind and use a vegetable peeler to shave the cheese into thin strips,” suggests Michelle Pennock, executive chef for the PC Test Kitchen.
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SPINACH AND RICOTTA
RAVIOLI
WITH SAUTÉED GREENS Prep time: 10 mins | Cook time: 5 mins | Serves: 2
INGREDIENTS • 1 pkg (300 g) frozen PC Organics spinach and ricotta ravioli filled egg pasta • 3 tbsp (45 mL) olive oil • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 pkg (142 g) organic kale, chard, spinach salad mix • 1 Roma tomato, diced • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) black pepper • 2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh Italian parsley • 1/4 cup (60 mL) shaved Parmesan cheese
DIRECTIONS STEP ONE: Bring 8 cups (2 L) lightly salted water to a boil in large saucepan. Gently add pasta; cook, stirring occasionally and reducing heat to maintain a gentle boil, until tender but firm; 3 to 4 minutes. Drain. STEP T WO: Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook garlic, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add salad mix; cook, stirring, until wilted, about 1 minute. Add tomato and pepper; cook, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute. STEP THREE: Add pasta and 1 tbsp parsley to skillet; toss to combine. Divide among serving plates. Garnish with cheese and remaining 1 tbsp parsley. ◆ newscanada.com
Nutritional information per serving: Calories 620, fat 38 g (10 g of which is saturated), sodium 850 mg, carbohydrates 51 g, fibre 5 g, sugars 4 g, protein 21 g
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Trending now is open shelved units one example of this seen is Victoria + Albert’s latest Metallo quartz washstand distinguished by its unusual metal legs, featuring right-angle “tee joints” inspired by retro bathroom plumbing. The Metallo 61 Quartz design the most compact model offered, measures just 24 inches wide, making it ideal for smaller bathrooms and powder rooms.
DYNAMIC DUO:
SELECTING
the Perfect
TUB & VANITY
FOR YOUR BATHROOM Behind every great bathroom, is an even greater bathtub. The tub is the showpiece of the room, and for good reason. The room is named after this fabulous fixture, after all. As a designer, I am asked to assist design many bathrooms and I know the bathtub can make or break a bathroom design, so I encourage clients to give it the consideration it deserves - not to mention a little extra budget, if possible. When shopping for a new bathtub, style and comfort are equally important. In other words, great bathrooms can’t compromise on either. Some sleek, sculptural soaker tubs border on art, and come in a seemingly endless array of shapes, sizes, finishes and materials. Once you identify a look that you love, be sure to sit back (literally!) and give some thought to the tub’s shape and size, and how these suit your shape and size. Sit inside it, and get a good feel for the tub’s curves, height and interior angles. For this reason, I recommend buying a new bathtub in person, versus online.
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DESIGNER FIND: Victoria + Albert’s new Pembroke Collection includes a freestanding bathtub (pictured above) featuring crisp lines, graceful curves, and a silhouette that tapers toward the base to occupy less floor space than its straight-sided counterparts. But don’t be fooled, this tub is deep and dual-ended, allowing for ample space and soothing soaks for one - or two! The Pembroke is available in your choice of exterior trending finishes, including Gloss Black, Matte Black, Matte White, Stone Gray, Light Gray and Anthracite. LIKE THE BATHTUB, YOUR VANITY SHOULD BE A SHOWPIECE. THIS IS PARTICULARLY TRUE FOR SMALL BATHROOMS AND POWDER ROOMS, WHERE THERE IS LITTLE ROOM TO MAKE A BIG SPLASH.
Look for vanities boasting distinctive features, be it a unique washbasin, a splashy faucet or a striking base, to give your bathroom a fashionable yet functional edge.
Of course, function also plays an important role when selecting the right bathroom vanity. Is this an ensuite for two, a private bathroom or a powder room? Will you’ll be using this area for grooming or to apply makeup? Some other things to take into account include: door swing, traffic flow, plumbing, and location of other fixtures, like the toilet and tub. These will affect the vanity styles and specs best suited to you. When browsing bathtubs and vanities, shop with both in mind. Remember that the most impactful statements are made by unified styles. You don’t necessarily have to select matching fixtures, or even pieces from the same brand. The key is to ensure your selections have a common aesthetic, be it traditional, modern, colour or otherwise. The result will be a harmonious bathroom, where all the main elements sing the same tune. ◆
SARA BEDERMAN is the Principal Designer for Sara Bederman Design. For over a decade this Toronto bespoke design firm has become known for creating stylish, thoughtfully curated and livable interiors. The firm provides residential design services for projects of all sizes. Sara Bederman Design works throughout Toronto, GTA and beyond.
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Mary Klein * Based on Gross Sales
CALEDON - ESTATE SUBDIVISION
On 3.57 acres with 4 car attached garage, inground pool, cabana, hot tub, decking & huge backyard, this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath has family room with gas fireplace, newer maple hardwood on main level & newly renovated open concept kitchen with heated travertine floors, quartz counters, centre island with breakfast bar & 6 burner gas cooktop, built-in desk & bar areas. Fabulous for entertaining! Great commuter location. $1,398,900
CALEDON EAST - CENTURY HOME A unique piece of history on quiet cul-de-sac beautifully upgraded and maintained while keeping original character with 9 ft ceilings, pine plank floors, high baseboards, solid wood trims, crown mouldings, $80,000 spent on landscaping plus outdoor firepit. An elegant kitchen has a Viking Pro Series 6-burner stove with dual ovens & Elmira cookstove. Gorgeous private backyard. $1,179,900
CALEDON - CENTURY HOME + 30 ACRES On the Escarpment - 1 hour from Toronto! Perfect for hobby farmer, horse enthusiast or as a retreat paradise. Paved driveway, 2 & 4 car garages, parking pad plus totally renovated 5 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2.5 storey century farmhouse keeping its character with new high baseboards, wide trims, oak hardwood throughout main rooms with slate floors in kitchen/baths. Master on 3rd level, basement rec & games rooms. $2,189,900
W NE ICE PR
MONO - 4.25 FORESTED ACRES
Custom built & designed with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, walkout basement & a detached 2 car garage with a heated bay on quiet country cul-de-sac on forested acreage with ravine & stream plus 1,000 ft of walkways to enjoy nature at its finest. Living room with beamed ceilings, fireplace, Georgian oak floors & walkout to 2-tiered decking. Maple kitchen cabinetry. Very private. $938,900
TERRA COTTA - BACKS ONTO CREDIT RIVER
In charming Village of Terra Cotta with the Credit River ever-flowing and towering trees a backdrop to this circa 1895, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home with detached 1 car garage on a 122 foot x 184 foot lot. Living room with fireplace, oak kitchen and south-facing sunroom overlooks grounds and river. See more pictures and virtual tour at www.maryklein.com $948,900
CALEDON - SCENIC ACRE WITH POND
This 3 plus 2 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom bungalow with a 3 car garage and walkout basement has a south-facing deck overlooking a pond, fruit trees and fire pit on a quiet country road. Hardwood flooring, 2 fireplaces, oak kitchen with stainless steel appliances and bright basement recreation room with new broadloom and walkout. . $1,038,900
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MULMUR - 2.45 ACRE COUNTRY ESTATE
AMARANTH - BUNGALOW WITH SHOP
ERIN - PRESTIGIOUS LOCALE
Surrounded by mature maple trees on a manicured lot, this totally updated 3,038 sq ft home has 4 bedrooms and family room upstairs, 2.5 bathrooms and a 3 car heated garage. Character abounds in the open concept living room with gas fireplace and kitchen with cherry wood flooring. Exterior painting and central air 2018. Minutes to skiing at Mansfield and the Bruce Trail for hiking. Shows impeccably. $1,178,900
Calling all car buffs! 3 plus 1 bedroom bungalow with finished basement, deck and hot tub backing to mature trees with attached 31 ft x 40 ft heated and insulated shop with hoist, upper loft storage, two 12 foot doors plus one 8 foot door with additional parking in front and rear. Well, septic, propane forced air heating. Close to town. See the $818,900 shop at www.maryklein.com
Great curb appeal for this 3 plus 1 bedroom, 3 bathroom bungalow with 3 car garage on a 98 ft x 273 ft lot. Family room with gas fireplace is open to kitchen with granite counters, centre island & stainless steel appliances. There are formal living & dining rooms, & master with 5 piece ensuite, plus huge open rec room, 4th bedroom, hobby room $1,189,900 & newer bathroom in the basement.
$2,900,000
$4,800,000
KING Designer-inspired luxury estate on 20 acres. Custom 5 plus 1 bedrooms with ensuites, 3 car garage, skylights, Egyptian crystals lighting, aboveground rec basement with wet bar, wine room, yoga room, home theatre and nanny suite. Backyard oasis and workshop.
FONTAINBLEU ESTATES Majestic and resort-like on 1.25 acres. Gated driveway. 4 plus 1 bedrooms with ensuites, 5 car garage, cathedral ceilings and lobby with skylight. Indoor pool, spa, home theatre, cigar room and more. Villa-like patio and deck. Luxury brand features.
$1,495,000
$2,500,000
AURORA ESTATES Masterpiece on landscaped hilltop setting. 4 plus 2 bedrooms, skylight, luxury brand appliances, scenic windows, basement suite and wrap-around cedar deck. Professional landscaping with water features, 2 car garage and forested hilltop setting.
$2,198,000
UXBRIDGE In-style modern farmhouse and loft on 7.5 acres. 6 bedrooms, cathedral ceiling, balcony with forest view, 3 car garage and apartment loft. Circular driveway, wrap-around covered porch, entertainer’s deck and outdoor kitchen. Professional landscaping.
$3,978,000
VAUGHAN Modern Tudor mansion of impeccable craftsmanship and recent high-end upgrades. 4 plus 2 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3 car garage with room for lift, designer kitchen, high-end appliances, solid wood doors and trims, walkout basement with complete living suite, professional landscaping, upscale community.
$2,500,000
RICHMOND HILL Stunning luxury home in prestigious enclave. Fully renovated and stylized, 4 plus 2 bedrooms, 3 car tandem garage, cathedral ceilings, upscale kitchen and appliances. Recreation basment with dry bar, sauna and nanny suite. Circular driveway, backyard oasis and outdoor kitchen.
$2,778,000
VAUGHAN Modern French chateau on ravine with 5 plus 1 bedrooms, premium upgrades and 3 car garage. Walkout recreation basment with in-law suite, entertainer’s deck, 60 x 190 foot premium lot backing onto ravine. Metro location.
AURORA Designer-inspired custom modern estate. 4 plus 1 bedrooms with ensuites, 2 car garage, luxury brand appliances and wine room. Walkout recreation basement with wet bar, entertainer’s deck with glass panels.
$4,378,000
KING Opulent luxury home on 10 acres. Custom 4 plus 2 bedroom home with 3 car garage, cathedral ceilings, solaruim with indoor pool, 2 kitchens and ground level in-law full living suite. Mezzanie, aboveground walkout recreation basement and private driveway.
$2,700,000
KING CITY Posh and sophisticated luxury estate on 5 acres. Custom with 4 plus 1 bedrooms with ensuites, gated driveway and modern home tech. Recreation basement, covered patio and backyard oasis with outdoor kitchen, cabana and view. Professional landscaping.
$2,250,000
KLEINBURG New executive home in upscale community. 4 bedrooms with ensuites, 3 car tandem garage, cathedral and waffled ceilings, hardwood and porcelain floors. Ultra-modern kitchen with high-end appliances, bow windows and covered patio.
$2,098,000
VAUGHAN Modern French chateau in Thornhill. Custom, 4 plus 1 bedrooms with ensuites, 3 car garage, circular driveway, skylights and boutique kitchen. Walkout recreation basement with spa and in-law suite. 175 x 107 foot lot.
*The Daryl King Team consists of 43 registered Sales Representatives. **All data compiled by RE Stats Inc. from TREB for closed transactions +/- 2.5% on volume basis in 2018. ***IMS Inc. - TREB Units Sold in 2018. Not intended to solicit clients currently under contract with another brokerage.