The Home News BURLINGTON - SEP14

ISSUE 09 | 2014

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$438,700

$449,000

$499,000

• BINBROOK BUNGALOW • Fabulous 2+2 bedroom, 3 bath open concept

• ALTON VILLAGE FREEHOLD • Super sharp 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome

• SPENCER'S LANDING ~ LAKE VIEWS • Impeccable 2 bedroom, 2 bath • Eat-in maple

bungalow • Kitchen walks out to privacy, tiered deck & hot tub • Hardwood, crown, 6 appliances + + • Approx 1500 sq ft + finished lower level rec room with 2 bedrooms & bath • MLS® H3139106

• Eat-in oak kitchen opens to family room & walks out to deck & fenced yard • Master with 4 piece ensuite • Unfinished lower level • Immediate possession • Freshly painted & new carpet • MLS® H3139637

kitchen • Living room/dining room walks out to balcony • Master with ensuite • In-suite laundry • Indoor pool, party room, underground parking & concierge • Across from Spencer Smith Park/lake • Minutes to downtown • MLS® H3140738

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$559,000 • COUNTRY LIVING on 1 ACRE ~ MILTON • Brick and stone 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom 1.5 storey • Separate suite over double garage walks out to deck • Lower level with walk out • Easy highway access • MLS® H3132977

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$659,000 • TOTALLY RENOVATED DUNDAS CHARMER • 3+1 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow overlooks dundas valley • Gourmet kitchen walks out to terrace • private mature setting with large patio & extensive landscaping • rec room with 4th bedroom, bath & wine cellar • Renovated baths, replaced windows, re-shingled + + • MLS® H3138835

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• ALDERSHOT BUNGALOFT FREEHOLD TOWN ~ SMALL EXCLUSIVE ENCLAVE • Impeccable 3+1 bedroom, 3.5 bath • Family room with fireplace opens to kitchen with walkout to deck, patio & privacy • Main floor master with ensuite • Recently completed rec room with bedroom, bath • Hardwood, granite + + • MLS® H3135085

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$799,000

• VACANT COUNTRY LOT ~ BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME • Residential building lot 125’ x 540’ with drilled well • Approved by NEC • Building permit ready for 4000+ square feet with pool • Hydro & gas at road • Apply to City with your plans • MLS® H3138406

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$1,299,000

$1,468,500

• GREENSVILLE • Renovate or build dream home • Backing onto Websters

• CHARM & CHARACTER WITH MODERN CONVENIENCES • 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath 2.5 storey • Renovated

Falls • 5,500 sq ft 4 bedroom, 3 bath 1.5 storey with indoor pool & main floor master with ensuite • Lower level walkout • Double attached garage + barn • GeoThermal heat/cool system • MLS® H3137496

gourmet kitchen & family room walks out to deck • Living room with fireplace • Sunroom • Top floor bonus/bedroom • Rec room with fireplace walks out to pool & Riparian Rights • Granite, hardwood, coved ceilings, crown moulding + + • Steps to golf course• MLS® H3134050

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$1,695,000

• SIGNATURE ADDRESS ~ ROSELAND! • Georgian with pool, hot tub & park like lot • Approx 3,926 sq ft • Lower level rec room with kitchen & bath ~ ideal in-law • 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths • Great room addition • Kitchen with skylights • Renovated laundry (2014) • Master with spa ensuite • 5 fireplces, hardwood, granite, crown, travertine • MLS® H3129259

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$1,899,000 • PRESTIGIOUS NORTH SHORE~ CUSTOM NEW BUILD • 4+2 bedroom, 5 bath open concept • 4200 sq ft of luxury • Master retreat with fireplace • Finished lower level rec room, 2 bedrooms, bath, 9’ ceilings & oversize windows • Dark hardwood, crown, granite + + • Plunge pool, patio & privacy • Double car garage + 2 separate driveways • Close to LaSalle Park & Marina • MLS® H3137915

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KID FRIENDLY SPACES

CREATIVE PRODUCTION Dana Sedlak Tim Frankiw

When designing a kid-friendly room, it’s important to keep in mind not only the purpose of the room (study, fun, sleep, etc.) but the age of the occupant, his or her interests as well as incorporating fun into the design. Here are some tips to get you started.

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Royal LePage Burloak Real Estate Services Ltd., Brokerage

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Keller Williams Edge Realty, Brokerage

BATHROOM UPGRADES

No one ever said “trendy” translates to “cheap.” Yet when it comes to on-trend, luxury upgrades, you don’t have to spend like a diva to make your bathroom look and function like a designer’s dream.

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$254,900 - Kensington Gate

$539,900 - Harbour Lights

$595,000 - Skyview

$699,900 - Aldershot

Awesome top floor, one bedroom, one bathroom unit with spacious balcony & stunning escarpment views. Eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar & S/S appliances. Double closet in master. Close to shopping & highway access. MLS® H3139759

Stunning South East corner suite with views over lake, bridge & beyond.

1,780 square feet with generous room sizes. 2 underground parking spaces. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.

MLS® H3138226

Absolutely stunning & completely updated throughout. Shows 10++.

Bungaloft finished on all 3 levels.

Hardwood, granite, crown molding.

Beautifully landscaped front & back.

2+1 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms.

MLS® H3140546

Water views - stunning views from spa inspired, private rear yard and master bedroom balconies. 3+1 bedrooms, 1 full, 2 half bathrooms.

MLS® H0000000

$739,900 - Tyandaga

$879,900 - Highview Estates

$959,900 - Ancaster

$995,000 - Bayfront

Fabulous family home on prime court location. Features include eat-in kitchen, main floor laundry, and finished lower level. Beautifully maintained, private, landscaped yard. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3 gas fireplaces. MLS® H3136172

Country in the city! Beautifully maintained one floor living on private & mature grounds. Seconds north of Dundas. Uniquely spacious & updated with hardwood floors.

Finished lower level. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. MLS® H3130138

Unique custom built bungalow loft on private, professionally landscaped lot in Ancaster’s most prestigious development. 4,700 sq ft with main floor master, gourmet kitchen, & professionally finished lower level with walkout. 2+1 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. MLS® H3134775

Stunning waterfront lot with California hillside home. Awesome views from all 3 spectacular levels overlooking the natural, rustic, Muskoka type setting. 3 decks, unique living spaces & privacy like no other property! 3+1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. MLS® H3140548

$1,395,000 - Harbour Lights Penthouse

$1,850,000 - Ancaster

$2,199,900 - Lakefront

$2,999,000 -Lakefront

Spectacular 4,000+ sq ft of luxury living. Stunning views over lake, bridge, & city beyond. Oversized living spaces, panelled study. Master with spa inspired ensuite. 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3 underground parking spaces, 2 lockers.

MLS® H3133553

Unique, custom, contemporary, 1.34 acre estate on prime Lovers Lane.

Incredible quality & design with amazing space. Volumes of glass & natural light in a mature, private setting of rolling lawns & mature evergreens. 5 bedrooms, 5 full & 2 half bathrooms. MLS® H3133051

Stunning 132’ x 264’ estate lot with severance potential. Classic centre hall Cape Cod with incredible Aspen style great room addition. Easily converted to single family from 3 separate suites. 4+1 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. MLS® H3124941

Amazing park-like property on quiet tree-lined street south off Lakeshore Road. Completely updated 4 bedroom with the finest quality finishes throughout. 170’ of lakefront with seawall & amazing views. 3 full, 2 half bathrooms. MLS® H3123033

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o one ever said "trendy" translates to "cheap." Yet when it comes to on-trend, luxury upgrades, you don't have to spend like a diva to make your bathroom look and function like a designer's dream. From skylights to shower seats, some of the hottest bathroom trends of 2014 are surprisingly affordable to accomplish.

Home website Houzz polled users and asked what bathroom upgrades they most desired. Many of the answers were both luxurious and affordable (like skylights and double-flush toilets). Others were downright easy, such as towel warmers and foot rests in the shower. Here are five hot bathroom improvement trends and some ideas for incorporating them into your home:

SKYLIGHTS Many Houzz respondents said they would like a skylight in their bathroom.

They're definitely on to something. In rooms where privacy is a concern, skylights can provide both natural light and ventilation without exposing your personal business to the neighbours. They create a major "wow" factor and can be quite practical. Try an Energy Star Qualified, No-Leak, Solar-Powered, Fresh-Air skylight. They can help trim electricity costs by providing natural light and passively venting moist, warm air from the room. You can create a big impact for a small price with a makeover that only takes a couple of days. Âť

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GOLF COURSE LOT WITH POOL

NORTH BURLINGTON

$289,900

Bright & spacious 2 bedroom unit with 2 full baths, 2 parking spots (1 oversized) & storage locker. Open concept kitchen with breakfast bar overlooking living area with walkout to lovely patio. Master bedroom offers walk-in closet & 4 piece ensuite. Desirable low-rise building in convenient North Burlington location close to amenities. MLS®H3139956

RURAL RETREAT ON ALMOST 1 ACRE

MILLCROFT

BACKYARD BOAT DOCK $1,249,900

Amazing 4 bedroom Monarch home backing onto Millcroft Golf Club & nestled on a sought after street. Retreat to your private, backyard oasis with entertainer’s deck, heated pool & hot tub. Updated kitchen with island opens to a 2 storey family room with gas fireplace & soaring windows. Master suite with 6 piece ensuite & walkout to deck. Main floor den, hardwood floors, beautiful landscaping & 3 car garage! MLS®H3138509

WATERFRONT LIVING AT ITS BEST!

FLAMBOROUGH

$634,900

Beautiful, bright & well-maintained 2,400 sq ft custom built country home situated on just under an acre of pristine property. Kitchen open to dining room with walkout to large deck. Charming main floor den and fully finished lower level. 4+2 bedrooms, 3.5 updated baths and private setting - perfect for a large, fun-loving family! MLS®H3138557

SOUTHEAST BURLINGTON

$369,900

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ALDERSHOT

$399,900

Gorgeous 2 bedroom townhome with many quality upgrades including white shaker kitchen with granite counter, stainless steel appliances and pot lights.

Main bath with quartz counter and porcelain tile floor. Hardwood flooring on main floor and upgraded doors throughout. Main floor den and family room with walkout to private, treed rear garden EACH OFFICE IS INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

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UPGRADED EXECUTIVE TOWNHOME

Move straight in to this spacious 2 bedroom plus den with 2 full bathrooms and kitchen with granite counters. Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Ontario and the Toronto skyline from the 14th floor of much sought after Admiral's Walk, offering inground pool and excellent recreational facilities.

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STONEY CREEK

Fabulous Newport Harbour waterfront home with one of the very few views over the marina to Lake Ontario. Finished from top to bottom, this lovely 1649 square foot townhome offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full and 2 half bathrooms, 4 piece ensuite with whirlpool bath and walkout from lower level to patio.

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Professionally landscaped yard and inground pool.

Located a short walk to schools, parks, YMCA and new track. Popular Rosehaven 4 bedroom Peace Model with upstairs loft. Open concept main floor, private dining room with butler’s pantry, full walkout to rear yard.

Open concept spacious bungalow located on a stunning, mature 105’ x 203’ lot with parking for 20 vehicles. Separate 30’ x 27’ workshop with cozy loft that has heat, hydro, air and gas fireplace. This hidden gem is located in high demand area, a short walk to shops, schools, parks and has easy access to major highways. Great for a home-based business.

Picturesque country lot located on tree-lined street.

Spacious great room with gas floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Hardwood flooring, newer windows, newer gas furnace, pool-table sized rec room with a walkin bar and wood burning stove. Highly desirable area just a short walk to downtown and community centre. Minutes to 401/403/407. Only 20 minutes to Burlington/Waterdown/Guelph.

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LIGHTED VANITY MIRROR In keeping with the lighting theme, 41 percent of polled respondents said they would like a lighted vanity mirror.

Home improvement stores, design studios and online retailers carry a wide variety of options in shapes, sizes, styles and light sources (LED, CFL or incandescent) to suit virtually every taste. Because installing a lighted vanity mirror is a simple do-it-yourself job, it's also a very lowcost improvement that has a big impact on a bathroom's appearance and usability. With such a huge variety, it's possible to find a mirror that will fit your budget, whether it's less than $100 or more than $1,000.

DOUBLE-FLUSH TOILET The ongoing trend of making homes greener may have helped inspire the 23 percent of Houzz fans who said they want a double-flush toilet. Dual-flush toilets allow you to use only the water you need to get the job done - less for liquid waste, more for solids - so they contribute to a home's overall footprint and can help trim water bills. It's possible to find dual-flush options for less than $250, so they're a lower-cost upgrade to begin with. They're even more costeffective when installed by a savvy Do-It-Yourselfer.

TOWEL WARMERS Who doesn't love the comforting warmth of a towel fresh out of the dryer? Towel warmers deliver that effect without the hassle and expense of running the dryer. Wall-mounted or freestanding, plug-in or hard-wired, all towel warmers work the same way; heated bars warm towels hung on the rack, providing a cozy, warm towel every time you bathe. Plug-in versions install easily, while hard-wired ones may require professional installation. Prices can range from less than $100 to more than $600, depending on the style and features you choose.

SHOWER FOOT REST Clearly, this is one improvement that most benefits the women in a home, but 10 percent of those polled by Houzz said they wanted a foot rest in the shower. This one is such an economical improvement, you may wonder why anyone wouldn't do it.

Some suction-cup styles cost under $20. For a more refined look or enhanced sturdiness, it's possible to find one that anchors into the wall through screws, or a style built into shower surrounds. If you're redoing your shower stall, it's the perfect time to add a stylish, sturdy foot rest. THN Courtesy of BPC

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Puslinch Hobby Farm

$874,900

• Updated century stone farm house • 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, main floor laundry • Original Pine floors throughout home • 17+ acres, recently fenced paddocks with water & run-ins

20 Acres in Flamborough $699,900 • Sidesplit home with over 2,000 sq ft • 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, wood burning fireplace • Large principle rooms • Large 3 bay workshop with separate office area

Kirkwall Road Flamborough $669,900

• 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Walkout basement • Detached heated garage • Situated on 10+ acres

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FREEHOLD TOWNHOME

CUSTOM BUILT BUNGALOW 2.9 ACRES

BETTER THAN NEW!

CUSTOM HOME ON 61 ACRES

Fabulous freehold in west oak trails! Hardwood on main & 2nd level. Large kitchen open to family room featuring walk-out to deep yard with raised deck & hot tub. Rare double drive and two car garage. Fully finished basement. Shingles redone. Great value in a prime location, close to many amenities!

Within minutes to Burlington & highway access! Beautifully landscaped property with exposed aggregate driveway, walkways & patio. Hardwood & ceramic floors thruout. Great attention to construction detail: extra insulation in garage, main level floors with additional reinforcement, extended garage floor foundation to prevent driveway sinking, HRV system, $40,000 inground sprinkler system, 50 year shingle & all replaced glass in windows.

Never lived in 1333 square foot townhome.

Handscraped hardwood floors on main level, ceramic, full height kitchen cupboards with crown moulding adn pot drawers, stainless steel kitchen appliances, glass backsplash, upgraded light fixtures, upgraded carpeting. Parking for 2 cars in driveway in addition to the garage.

Beautiful forest, conservation land & breathtaking views. 4+1 bedrooms, hardwood & slate floors, custom doors, many unique features. Large mudrm. Custom doors, gas stone fireplace & wide solid pine flooring.

Large 4 season sun room. Finished basement, oversized laundry room, rec room & wine cellar! Extra wide attached garage with entrance to basement & separate 26’x40’ heated workshop. Known as a wildlife corridor, this location is so peaceful & private. Easy access to 403 & 401.

$489,900

$1,299,900

$344,900

$999,900

HEADON FOREST BEAUTY

4+1 BEDROOM IN DESIRABLE NEIGHBOURHOOD

UPDATED + SEPARATE GARAGE/WORKSHOP

CARLISLE BEAUTY WITH POOL

Super updated 4 + 1 bedroom on quiet court with private lot. Tastefully finished & remodeled from top to bottom. Open concept main floor with designer kitchen, family room add-on, gorgeous open tread stair, beautiful hrdwds & rare main floor den.

Finished basement. Landscaped front & back & stamped concrete drive.

Over 2800 sq ft with huge wraparound porch! 9’ ceilings, potlights, hardwood, ceramics & Calif shutters. Kitchen with island, pendant lighting, S/S appliances & butler’s pantry. Bonus upper level family room with transom windows & half glass wall, easily a 5th bedroom. Bedroom level laundry. Luxurious master retreat! Fully fenced backyard, prof built deck & gas BBQ hook-up.

Updated raised bungalow with amazing separate heated garage/workshop! Hardwood, huge great room extension. Spacious deck & gazebo. Main bathroom beautifully renovated. Lower level has large mudroom, oversized closet & 4th bedroom, family room with gas fireplace, bathroom & huge unfinished storage area with bonus walkout to backyard.

4 bedroom, main floor office, 3 season sunroom, inground pool, awesome deck and cabana, plus finished basement. Hardwood, granite, stainless steel appliance. Master boasts huge walk-through closet & ensuite. Get inside today!

$689,900

$699,900

$599,900

$719,900

FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY - 9 ACRES

KILBRIDE RARE FIND!

PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING!

SPACIOUS BUNGALOW IN MUSKOKA SETTING

Fantastic opportunity awaits! Long driveway leads to over 9 acres, conveniently located midway between Waterdown & Carlisle. Solid home has many updates. Newer custom kitchen & appliances. Replacement windows & steel garage doors.

Fantastic QSI sunroom overlooks scenic property. Ideal for small hobby farm. Features a 20 x 17 insulated workshop on a concrete pad with hydro and a 40 x 80 metal barn.

Lots of potential in the beautiful village of Kilbride.

Schools, parks, trails, variety store and excellent garage just steps away. Mature half acre lot, covered front porch, recent improvements, in move-in condition! Updated open concept kitchen, hardwood floors, main bath, paint, addition to home, new roof & huge backyard. Very good value!!

Gorgeous curb appeal & beautiful gardens! Lovely brick bungalow on private country lot backing & siding onto farmer’s fields! Large room sizes, eat-in kitchen with updates. Spacious family room with fireplace & walkout to backyard! Solar heated inground pool! Master with 2 walk-in closets & ensuite! Rec room & huge workshop in basement! A forever home to enjoy!

Viceroy bungalow on 1.65 acres in desirable neighbourhood. Idyllic setting. Solar-heated pool, fish pond with waterfall, 2 storey shed, firepit & “driving range”! Many updates: kitchen, hardwood, windows, furnace. Master with ensuite, skylight, separate mudroom entrance, main floor office, finished basement . . . Get inside!

$899,900

$499,000

$599,900

$689,900

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FREEHOLD TOWNHOME

A MUST SEE!

IN-LAW SUITE AND MORE!

HOME ON 5 ACRES PLUS 2 OUTBUILDINGS

Great value! Freshly painted and neutral ceramics through foyer, kitchen & bathrooms. Generously sized bedrooms and a finished basement. Sliding door walkout to fenced yard featuring beautiful deck! Located on a quiet street with easy access to many amenities.

Over 2,800 sq ft with 10’-12’ ceilings & luxurious finishes thruout. Hardwood, Calif shutters, transom windows, solid walnut cabinetry, granite, porcelain floors, gas fireplace... the list goes on! Master with walkout, 2 double closets & ensuite. 3 car garage with 18’ ceiling. Stamped concrete & stone walkway.

Raised ranch with beautiful floors, Hallmark kitchen (2012) & updated bathrooms. Elmira woodstove in family room. Lower level is ideal as an in-law suite with a full kitchen, bath, bedroom, family room area & sunroom with “at grade” entry. Above ground pool, pond, carport attached to garage, “clubhouse” & barn. Great Country Package!

Country property on scenic 5 acre lot above Dundas Valley. Home features original trim, flooring, 9’ ceilings and metal roof. Steel outbuilding, a 3rd building, apprx 1800 sq ft with separate septic system & 200 amp service. Tree lined lane with home set back from road allows for privacy. So much potential to create a one-of-a-kind dream home.

$314,900

$999,900

$519,900

$699,900

HERITAGE HOME - OVER 100 ACRES

UPGRADED SEMI!

TICKS ALL THE BOXES!

MANY POSSIBILITIES 64+/- ACRES

Lovely, peaceful, private over 100 acre parcel of land. Formerly a market garden operation and then heavily reforested. On quiet dead end street. Large Heritage home (late 1800’s) with 1979 addition.

Large principal rooms & wonderful views. 2nd helper’s house on the property also with its own septic, etc.

Beautifully upgraded: hardwood, ceramics, recently painted, bright open kitchen, S/S appliances & bonus pantry. Fenced backyard with shed. Stunning main level laundry with ceiling height cabinetry, under cabinet lighting, S/S washer/dryer & inside entry to garage. 3 spacious bedrooms plus bonus loft. Cold cellar, garage door opener, transom windows & upgraded light fixtures throughout.

Terrific country home w contemporary flair! Backing onto farmer’s field on .57 acres mins to town & major hwys. Open concept main level, 3 good-sized bedrooms, finished basement, saltwater pool, hardwood, slate, granite, potlights, vaulted ceilings, main floor laundry - extensively improved! Fabulous for entertaining.

Scenic setting to build your dream home or Agriculture land great for Market Gardening. South of Freelton settlement area frontage on Highway 6 and 10th Concession East. Bronte Creek meanders through property. Value is in the land. Older residence and barn.

$999,000

$434,900

$619,000

$629,900

CUSTOM DREAM HOME

PRIVATE HOMESTEAD

UPGRADED CONDO LOFT

BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED

Beautiful sprawling 3546 sq ft custom two storey home.

Mins to major hwys and close to all amenities. Picturesque property, backing onto a golf course, set well back from the road with stunning entrance & triple garage. Cedar deck stretches across back of home. Dynamic open concept floor plan, chef-inspired kitchen, 2 storey great room. Private main floor master suite and home office. Stunning views.

Fabulous jewel, finely built & nicely maintained (approx 2800 sq ft) stone home in great shape with exquisite hardwood doors, trim, casing, flooring etc.

Almost all windows replaced. Stunning views, 50 year trans. warranty roof. 91 +/- stunning acres - a mix of bush, meadows, hardwoods…super private and long treed entry to private homestead setting!

Fantastic, unique upgraded condo loft. 24 hour concierge, party room, exercise room. Full height cabinets in kitchen, granite, stainless steel appliances. Beautiful flooring, remote control blinds, 9’ x 18’ terrace overlooking courtyard with hot tub & BBQ area. 2 underground parking spaces. Great location!

On private, treed 1 acre lot with gorgeous perennial gardens. Hardwood floors, custom kitchen with granite & huge island. All 3 bathrooms renovated, sumptuous ensuite, fantastic great room on main level, 3 fireplaces, loads of windows enhancing architectural details of this one-of-a-kind home.

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$7,000,000 Situated on a magnificent setting on prestigious Lakeshore Road this home features soaring ceilings, slab limestone floors, custom trim and rich mahogany that enhance the priceless water views. This exceptional one-of-a-kind estate home with its unparalled lake views and manicured grounds will leave you breathless.

$4,995,000 Designed & built by one of North America's premier builders Ferris Rafauli.

Stunning transitional home has 3 bedrooms, 3+2 baths, 3 car garage, 100’ x 210’ manicured property. Soaring ceilings, Gourmet kitchen with book matched slab marble & top of line appliances, plaster mouldings & silk & leather studded walls. MLS®H2072894

$2,398,000 Stunning custom built 4 bedroom 3 plus 2 bathroom home situated in south west Oakville with stunning lake views on a gorgeous treed lot! Over 6,700 square feet of living space with exquisite finishes and details too numerous to mention! MLS®H3120778

$2,199,000 Exquisite home with over 6,100 sq ft of luxury living on a 222’ deep mature lot. This 4+1 bedroom, 4 ½ dream bathroom has a designer kitchen with granite counters, 6 built-in appliances, exotic wood flooring, master retreat with walk-in closet & 5 piece ensuite bath, prof finished basement with walkout & more. MLS®H3128599

DESIGNER ROSELAND LUXURY

OPEN CONCEPT BUNGALOW

$1,999,998 Custom 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath bungalow on the ravine. High ceilings, stone, hardwood, gas fireplace in great room, exquisite finishes, large master with walk-in closet & 5 piece bath with heated floors, separate dining room, unparalleled views from your covered porch! Over 3200 sq ft on 1 floor of luxury living.

$1,998,000 Open concept 4 bedroom, 5 ½ bathroom home on 88 x 201 foot lot! Kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, hardwood and stone floors, 2 storey family room, games room, theatre. A walk to the lake! MLS®H3119165

$1,888,000 Beautiful home on sought-after street in south Burlington. 4 bedrooms, 5+1 bathrooms, hardwood and marble floors, 10 ft ceilings, stunning kitchen with granite counters and stainless steel appliances, home theatre, gorgeous porch with gas fireplace and much more on a beautiful lot!

$1,098,888 Beautiful open concept bungalow on a park-like setting! This almost ¾ acre country estate features granite countertops in kitchen and baths, S/S appliances, hardwood and porcelain tiles, California shutters, 3 ensuite baths with heated floors, vaulted ceilings plus many upgrades. MLS®H3125934

BURLINGTON LAKEFRONT CONDO

BEAUTIFUL TYANDAGA BUNGALOW

OVER 3,000 SQ FT FINISHED LUXURY

GORGEOUS TYANDAGA RAVINE

$699,900 Gorgeous completely updated unit in a premier building on Burlington’s waterfront within walking distance to downtown. New appliances, new cabinetry, granite counters, custom backsplash, updated baths, new carpet, new hardwood floors, indoor pool, gym and party room. Panoramic views out of every window and wraparound veranda!

$549,000 Beautiful 1+1 bedroom, 2 bath detached bungalow on mature private lot!

Kitchen has lovely cabinetry, granite counters & under mount lighting. Family room has cathedral ceilings, hardwood flooring & walkout to deck & patio. Master also has a walkout to awning covered deck. California shutters & exquisite landscape. Condo road fee of $120/month.

Updates throughout this 4 bedroom home.

Upgraded trims, crown mouldings, hardwood, all bathrooms, kitchen and separate entrance finished basement.

5,000 square feet of completely updated luxury finishes. 4+1 bedrooms, 4 ½ bathrooms, gourmet kitchen with quartz countertops, hardwood floors, crown moulding, heated floors, marble, wine cellar, bar and gym.

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Carpeting absorbs sound (for when kids play loud video games or music) and is comfortable for youngsters who like to sit or lie on the floor while they do homework, read, watch TV or socialize. What's more, it's available in virtually every hue and pattern imaginable, ensuring you'll find something that appeals to both your design sense and your child's tastes. Stain-resistant formulas and durable fibers ensure modern carpeting can stand up to the rigors of use in a child's room. And, according to the Carpet & Rug Institute, properly cleaned carpet can maintain indoor air quality, making it a viable choice for families impacted by asthma and allergies.

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By helping kids stay organized now, you'll be laying the foundation for a lifetime of good organizational skills.

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CAMPBELLVILLE 39.5 ACRES SURROUND THIS LOVELY RAISED BUNGALOW. Indoor pool is a year round oasis of luxury living with windows on all 3 sides.

New 22 foot x 75 foot workshop/garage/barn. Executive Home features hardwood floors. Family room off kitchen. 3 bedrooms plus office or 4th bedroom on main floor. Lower level fully at ground level at rear. Manicured lawns. 7 acres cultivated. Don’t miss out. Great Campbellville location between Appleby Line and Guelph Line.

MLS® 2075575 $ 1,500,000 www.brazeauteam.com

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8 ACRE HOBBY FARM. Great location between Carlisle and Waterdown on Highway 6. Century home with original charm and character. Bank Barn in excellent condition. 4 stalls.

Paddock area. Approximately 4 acres bush with trails. 2nd well @ barn.

Great opportunity for hobbyist or landscaper. Quick access to 403 or 401. Don’t miss out.

MLS® H3137310 $ 645,000 www.brazeauteam.com

BRICK, 2 BEDROOM BUNGALOW. Built in 1958. Oversized garage attached to home with breezeway.

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MLS® 2076415 $ 525,000 www.brazeauteam.com

FLAMBOROUGH 104 ACRES! Just North of Carlisle, between Centre Road and Highway 6. Farmhouse with vinyl siding and newer shingles. In need of updating inside. Bank barn and drive shed. In good condition.

Tree-lined fields. Great opportunity to own large parcel of land in this sought after location.

MLS® 2076479 $ 1,200,000 www.brazeauteam.com

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