ISSUE 10 • 2015
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Vaughan
Includes Kleinburg, Weston Downs, Islington Woods, East Woodbridge, Upper Thornhill Estates, Woodland Acres, Maple Downs, Valleys of Thornhill, Elder Mills, Sonoma Heights, Vellore Village, Islington Heights, Woodbridge Highlands, Dufferin Hills & Thornhill Woods
This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:
Mario & Mimma Volpentesta Sales Representatives
905.264.6363 / 905.851.7373
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For more details on this cover home refer to Page 5
WIN A BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM MADE CHAIR PG.14 • PEANUT PUMPKIN MUFFINS PG.6
Daryl King
Sales Representative
$4,298,000
$3,999,900
$3,850,000
$3,300,000
CUSTOM ESTATE! Unsuppressed quality throughout. Breathtaking 4-bedroom home backing onto greenspace. Gourmet kitchen, high-end built-in appliances, open concept family room with waffled ceiling. Hardwood and marble floors. An absolute masterpiece that must be seen!
EXQUISITE new custom rebuilt home ideal for those seeking luxury. Soaring 22’ entrance with glass railings, Swarovski chandeliers, handpicked marble floors. Stunning kitchen with views of the lavish yard with inground pool and patio.
OUTSTANDING IN EVERY WAY! One of a kind century home circa 1800’s on 14 pristine acres. Breathtaking dream kitchen. Gorgeous backyard with pool. Coach house. Stables, horse barn and so much more. Must see!
BREATHTAKING CUSTOM MASTERPIECE! Steps from Lake Wilcox. Extensive trim work and unprecedented design and workmanship. 30’ high family room with large windows. Main office den. Gorgeous covered back porch with skylights. 5-car garage. Walk-out basement. Must see!
$3,198,000
$2,998,000
$2,948,000
$2,499,800
EXTRAVAGANCE IS IN THE DETAIL! Over 6,000 sf of custom living space waits you in this gorgeous residence. Designed and distinctively crafted with sophistication in mind. Gourmet kitchen with extra large island, formal dining room, elevator, stunning master and anything else your heart desires.
17+ PRIVATE ACRES - MULTI USE ZONING! 2,630 square foot home custom built and set back from the main road. This home is sure to impress with spacious foyer, floor-toceiling windows and an abundance of natural light. 2 acres zoned for kennel.
ONE OF A KIND architectural gem. Stunning home with breathtaking views of private 1.98 acre property complete with inground pool and pool house. 6 bedrooms. Heated floors throughout. Chef’s gourmet kitchen. 4-car garage. KLEINBURG!
ORIGINAL OWNER IN BAYVIEW HILL! Custom built home with walk-out basement. High ceilings. Huge skylight. Hardwood floors throughout. Top-of-the-line appliances. Custom made living/dining room window coverings. Must see!
$2,300,000
$1,800,000
$1,699,000
$1,198,000
METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED BUNGALOW backing onto golf course in the Thornhill/Markham. 3+2 bedrooms. Finished basement. Large principle rooms. Numerous fireplaces. Indoor pool with lounge area and large cedar sauna.
FLAWLESS & STUNNING! Nestled in the exclusive “King Oaks’ this upgraded 4,000 sf home features 4 beds, 5 baths. Hardwood, California shutters, crown mouldings and pot lights. Elegant dining with waffled ceilings. Upgrades over $100K. Kitchen with granite island, stone counters and appliances.
MUSKOKA-STYLE CUSTOM HOME! This home is designed to capture the natural splendor and glorious views. 9’ ceilings, 8’ doors, extensive trim work. Large living/dining rooms with gas fireplace. Gourmet kitchen with heated floors. Finished lower level.
BUNGALOW 1.3 ACRES! Recently completed ‘Shires’ subdivision. Family functional floor plan. Private study. Large kitchen with breakfast bar. Partially finished basement with 4pc bathroom and bedroom. 3-car garage. 2,087 square feet.
$1,198,000
$1,098,000
$988,000
STUNNING CUSTOM 5+1 BEDROOM HOME! Backing onto protected forest this home and property offers the ultimate in privacy. Thousands spent on renovations. Grand 2-storey foyer. Elegant formal dining room, open concept family room, chef’s kitchen. Resort-style backyard with pool. Must see!
1.5 ACRES, BACKING ONTO GOLF COURSE! 4-bedroom residence with finished basement. Formal 2-storey foyer. Stunning kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Lavish master with spa-like ensuite. Large deck overlooking the “Bradford Highlands GC”. 3-car garage.
STEPS TO PRESTON LAKE at Woodbine/Bloomington. 3/4 acre lot in private lake community. Newly re-built bungalow. Heated floors. Dream kitchen. Private property with pool and private beach access.
Starting at
$485,000
LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Prestige 8 floor medical/ retail/professional building to be built just steps from the new subway. Great exposure. Roof-top terrace. Minutes to Court house, hospital and transit. Different unit sizes and floors available.
*The Daryl King Team consists of 43 Registered Sales Representatives. ** For Royal LePage Your Community Realty Inc., Brokerage based on real estate sales in 2014. *** Based on real estate Sales in 2014.
Weston Downs
Weston Downs
Opulent custom re-built estate home boasting 11,500 square feet on 3/4 acre lot.
This is your opportunity to own an immaculate and well appointed 2,780 square foot bungaloft on a very desirable, quiet crescent.
Offered at $4,988,800 www.171BlackburnBlvd.com
Offered at $1,288,000 www. 175GreenManorCres.com
15536 The Gore Road
Weston Downs
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Luxury country living on exclusive and private 44 acres in East Caledon. Over 7,000 sq ft, custom-built raised bungalow with walk-out basement.
Offered at $3,095,000
Offered at $2,590,000 www.15536TheGoreRd.com
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61 Noah Crescent
Offered at $1,475,000
Offered at $1,388,000
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6 BRUNO RIDGE DRIVE, CALEDON
Country living at its very best! Executive Stone Manor nestled on huge premium lot & located in prestigious “Stonehart Estates”! Charming gourmet kitchen overlooks peace and tranquil setting - well manicured lawns, mature gardens and trees. Over $85k spent in landscaping alone. Spacious & welcoming foyer, main floor den & laundry. All spacious principal rooms, great view from all windows. Bright, sunfilled home. Finished basement with lookout windows. 3 Car garage, circular driveway (20 cars). Fabulous curb appeal!
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UMPKINS, NUTS + SPICE – it's a taste of fall. Adding peanut butter to muffin batter packs extra protein and helps keeps the muffins moist. This recipe can also make a delicious loaf; simply bake at 350°F (180°C) for an hour, or until a tester inserted in the centre comes out clean. >>>
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PEANUT + PUMPKIN MUFFINS INGREDIENTS TOPPING
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) large Flake Oats • 2 tbsp (30 ml) each Pumpkin Seeds and coarsely chopped Peanuts • 2 tbsp (30 ml) Brown Sugar MUFFINS
• 1 cup (250 ml) all-purpose Flour • 3/4 cup (175 ml) Whole Wheat Flour • 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) Granulated Sugar • 1 tbsp (15 ml) Baking Powder • 1 1/2 tsp (7 ml) Chinese Five-Spice Powder • 1/2 tsp (2 ml) Salt • 1 cup (250 ml) Unsweetened Canned Pumpkin • 1/2 cup (125 ml) Peanut Oil or Vegetable Oil • 1/3 cup (75 mL) Water • 2 Eggs • 1 tsp (5 ml) Vanilla • 1/3 cup (75 mL) Peanut Butter
Prep time: 15 minutes Baking time: 22 minutes Makes 12 muffins
DIRECTIONS •
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a muffin pan. Combine oats, pumpkin seeds, peanuts and brown sugar in a small bowl, then set aside.
• In a large bowl, stir flours with sugar, baking powder, five-spice powder and salt. In a medium bowl, whisk pumpkin with oil, water, eggs and vanilla. Then whisk in peanut butter. Pour onto flour mixture and stir just until combined. Mixture will be quite thick. •
Spoon batter into prepared muffin pan and sprinkle with topping. Bake for about 22 minutes, or until a tester inserted in the centre comes out clean. Let cool in pan for 5 minutes then transfer to a rack to cool completely.
Additional recipes can be found at www.peanutbureau.ca. THN www.newscanada.com thehomenews.ca
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ummer is over and fall is officially here, but that doesn't mean that we have to start hibernating just yet. It's apple season, and with it comes many different activities that will get you off the couch and enjoying what this time of year has to offer. >>>
Apple
PICKING Yes, there are an abundance of apples in the grocery store at this time of year, but there's something about picking them yourself that make sinking your teeth into one just that much more delicious. With many orchards also having additional activities such as wagon rides and corn mazes, there is enough to fill an entire day with apple fun.
Apple
COOKING Whether you eat it cut up in slices or off the core whole, the is no question that a raw, crisp apple is a tasty snack, but there are also so many recipes out there that incorporate the fruit into a full meal. Apple poutine is one savoury example of how you can dine for dinner with apples. For a great recipe head to molsoncanadian.ca/cider. >>>
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