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EXISTING CASTLE ROCK RESIDENTIAL

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EXISTING CASTLE ROCK RESIDENTIAL

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CASTLE ROCK DEVELOPMENTS PRESENTS 40’ ESTATES WITH TWO-CAR GARAGES ON MARKHAM’S ROUGE VALLEY REGISTER AT CASTLEROCKDEVELOPMENTS.CA OR CALL 416-201-4044

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EXISTING CASTLE ROCK RESIDENTIAL

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King-size 40’ ravine lots in Markham’s last great estate community

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ew things are as rare and desirable as a traditional 40’ lot in Markham. It’s the estate-style jewel that all Markham dreams of, but with land scarcity and planning guidelines, new lots like this just aren’t available any more. Especially a 40’ lot set on a ravine. With a 2-car garage. In a prestigious infill neighbourhood. In a small exclusive enclave… That’s what is so extraordinary about the announcement of Fairtree on the Rouge by Castle Rock Developments. This endof-an-era community brings together everything that a buyer could aspire to, in one select offering of just 32 extraordinary homes, by an award-winning builder with over 25 years of experience in meeting the high expectations of Markham buyers. At Fairtree on the Rouge, a small group of privileged families will get to live on one prestigious cul-de-sac surrounded by green nestled between Fairtree Park, Billingsley Pond and the Rouge Valley near Cedarbrae Golf Club. Here, Castle Rock Developments will offer a collection of detached 2-car garage 40’ estate homes up to a grand 3,700 sq.ft. Think estate-sized homes on king-sized lots! In fact, these are the only 40’ lots offered in this area in over 5 years and will be the last-ever 40’s in this sought-after community. Accessed off Eastvale Drive north of Steeles, Fairtree backs onto the Rouge River ravine and each lot will stretch an amazing 116 to 140 feet deep. These big backyards will offer families plenty of room to entertain, relax and play. When you live at Fairtree, you can hike the miles of parkland along the Rouge River, right from your own backyard. The estate homes are guaranteed to impress with up to 5 bedrooms, including designs with main floor master suites. All homes come with two car garages, so coveted by today’s busy families. Features include gourmet kitchens with pantries and work islands, large breakfast areas, spacious family rooms with gas fireplaces,

powder and laundry rooms. Lavish master bedrooms feature large walk-in closets and designer ensuites, while main bathrooms are conveniently fitted with double sinks. Timeless architectural details include all clay brick homes, keystones, covered entries, decorative columns, Palladian windows, stone accents and much more. Standard features will include oak staircase, hardwood, granite and ceramics, five appliances and more. Prices will start from the high $800,000’s to over a million. Castle Rock Developments is currently preparing for their fall launch to an already-eager audience. Word of Fairtree has spread quickly, mainly through word of mouth as neighbours meet at the Fairtree Community Park and cricket pitch, or drop the kids off at the local Cedarwood Public School just up the street. People want in to this established neighbourhood, ideally situated with amenities already in place. Schools and recreation, medical and places of worship

are all within walking distance or a short drive away. The TTC, GO Transit and YRT Transit all service the neighbourhood, and Hwys 407, 404 and 401 are just minutes away.

With only 32 of these two-car garage 40’ estate homes available and interest already high, you are urged to register soon at www.castlerockdevelopments.ca or call 416-201-4044.

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GUINEVERE ROAD

EXISTING CASTLE ROCK RESIDENTIAL

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COMMUNITY PROFILE

MARKHAM AND UNIONVILLE Prestige, cherished heritage and a bright future By Dorothea Helms The Varley Art Gallery in Markham is a favourite spot for culture-lovers (Photo courtesy of the City of Markham)

hen it comes to looking for a new home in York Region, consider the City of Markham, which includes the charming Village of Unionvillle. Situated in the eastern portion of the Region, this prestigious municipality offers a high quality of life in a variety of urban, suburban and country settings. Home to many of Canada’s advanced high-tech businesses, Markham is also a City that honours its past,

and has earned national acclaim for its heritage and environmental accomplishments. It’s easy to understand why Markham is growing so quickly; new residents include everyone from young professionals to growing families and empty-nesters. And fortunately, for those who want to own new homes and condominiums, many of the province’s finest builders are providing an intriguing selection in amenity-rich locations.

Residents appreciate Markham’s wellrespected schools, beautiful parks, eclectic restaurants, shopping venues, sports and recreation facilities and golf courses. Putting the “urban” into suburban, a few years ago, construction began on Downtown Markham, which is situated in Markham Centre and Unionville. This walkable urban centre is coming to life with international stores, gourmet restaurants, trendy cafés, parks, a river valley, entertainment, residences and commercial buildings. Eventually, Downtown Markham will house 10,000 luxury town manors and condos, 2 million square feet of retail and dining, 100,000+ square feet of fitness facilities, trails for walking and biking, a movie theatre, children’s art park, and a lot more. You will have noticed Markham in the international spotlight lately with regard to the upcoming 2015 Pan/Parapan Am Games. Some of the sports events will be hosted at worldclass venues in the City. Among them are Angus Glen Golf Club for the golfing events, and the brand new 13,657 square-metre Markham Pan Am Centre, which is located in the Markham Centre area and is being built to accommodate badminton, water polo and table tennis. The Centre has a triple gymnasium, Olympic-sized

swimming pool, plus 12.5-metre-high clear ceilings in the field house to meet international badminton, volleyball and other sport height requirements. Do you have a preference for a nostalgic shopping experience? Main Street in Markham Village is lined shops and services in historic buildings, street lamps and interlocking brick sidewalks. Known for its Victorian Main Street shopping boutiques and tearooms, Unionville also features Toogood Pond, a popular spot for canoeing and skating. There is so much to say about Markham, a place of multicultural respect. In 2012, the City set a new Guinness world record for the longest Chinese Dancing Dragon – the first time this has ever been tried outside of China. What other municipality in Canada can make such a fun and fabulous claim? Whatever your new home needs and wants, you would be wise to consider Markham, where some of Ontario’s finest builders are creating superb low-rise and high-rise communities. For more information on what’s happening in this exciting and evolving City, visit Markham.ca. Dorothea Helms connects people and ideas, and can be reached at writer@wsws.ca

VILLAGE GATE

New neighbourhood of executive homes launches in Markham

superior materials and craftsmanship, and beautiful streetscapes. Our collaboration with Jane Lockhart to showcase the interiors completes the picture of a home families will appreciate living in,” says O’Hanlon. In keeping with the traditional design appeal of the entire community, the large four- and five-bedroom two-storey homes in Village Gate feature classic exteriors in combinations of stone, brick and/or stucco with unique masonry detailing. Village Gate residences have a selection of luxurious features such as 10-foot smooth ceilings on the main level; 9-foot ceiling height on the second floor and in the basement. In the kitchen, Kylemore offers a choice of deluxe Downsview Kitchens cabinetry, a Sub-Zero and Wolf stainless steel appliance package and double-edge granite countertops. Additional finishes include Vintage engineered oak hardwood flooring on the main and second level, oak stairs, gas City of Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti, centre, with (R) Patrick O’Hanlon, president Kylemore Communities, Designer Jane Lockhart, fireplaces and natural Councillors and VIPs cut the ribbon to officially announce the launch of Village Gate in Angus Glen Community. stone flooring in foyer. ylemore Communities recently introduced an exclusive new collection of executive homes on 50-foot lots in the master-planned Angus Glen Community. Village Gate is a private neighbourhood of 56 residences, bordered by mature trees and the south course of prestigious Angus Glen Golf Club in Markham. “We opened Stollery Estates earlier this year and quickly sold all the 50-foot lots. Village Gate was designed in response to buyer demand. The neighbourhood is set on a prime piece of land and will become a

special place within our master plan,” says Patrick O’Hanlon, president of Kylemore Communities. City of Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti, members of Council and VIP’s joined Kylemore President Patrick O’Hanlon for the Official Ribbon-cutting to launch Village Gate. Kylemore also celebrated the opening of a sumptuous new Custom Home Model, plus their newly renovated Dublin Model Home, both appointed by Jane Lockhart Interior Design in Toronto. “The continued desire for our Angus Glen homes is a combination of great architecture,

Village Gate homes will benefit from an upgraded light fixture package, 20 interior LED pot lights, LED exterior soffit lights and upgraded Baldwin door lever hardware and steeple hinges. During the Grand Opening, Kylemore includes these extras valued at $260,000 in the purchase price plus $50,000 towards upgrades at Décor. Situated on the south side of Major MacKenzie Drive and west of Kennedy Road, Village Gate is close to an abundance of amenities. Homes range from 3,100 to 4,340 square feet. The Executive Collection is priced from $2,149,900. Almost half of the lots have a fabulous ravine location; prices for these homes start from $2,549,990. Since 1997, Kylemore Communities has been creating some of the Greater Toronto Area’s most desirable communities and homes of lasting value. Angus Glen is Markham’s only master-planned golf course community. For information on Angus Glen Community, the Building Industry and Land Development (BILD) Association’s 2013 “Places to Grow” Community of the Year Award Winner, visit kylemorecommunities.com. The Sales Centre is at 285 Angus Glen Boulevard, south off Major MacKenzie Dr. and west of Kennedy Road in Markham. Call 905.887.9950.

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Official ribbon-cutting celebration held For Pace on Main condominium

Stouffville Mayor Wayne Emmerson (centre with scissors) is joined by members of Council, Geranium Corporation and PACE Credit Union to cut the ribbon.

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Bennett is everything you’re looking for in upscale elegance. Just 19 superb detached Monarch designs. An established neighbourhood in Scarborough’s prestigious West Hill. Right on Highland Creek ravine, minutes from the lake and the Guildwood GO. The grocery store, school and neighbourhood shops are just down the street. If you want old school character and a true sense of community, call Bennett home.

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ayor Wayne Emmerson, Members of Council, dignitaries and condo purchasers joined Geranium Homes to celebrate the Official Ribbon-Cutting which symbolized the start of pre-construction sales of PACE on MAIN condominium in the heart of Stouffville’s lively downtown. PACE on MAIN is Geranium’s first midrise condominium and will draw new people and businesses to the location which is within walking distance of many amenities. Geranium Corporation’s Executive Vice-President Cheryl Shindruk says “PACE on MAIN represents a significant investment in the downtown. The building’s architecture reflects elements from various iconic buildings and defines a new character for this stretch of Main St.” The 5-storey building of just 67 suites will have an elegant brick and stone façade with unique window treatments. PACE on Main will rise on the southeast corner of Main and Lloyd Streets, steps to the GO Station, shops, restaurants and services. PACE Credit Union, which now occupies part of the site, will operate in the ground floor of the new building fronting onto

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Main Street. In addition to a sumptuous lobby, residents will enjoy The Main Street Lounge with comfortable seating, fireplaces, kitchen and bar plus a billiards table. The lounge provides access to a landscaped outdoor terrace with barbecues, dining and seating areas. PACE on Main is now almost one-third sold. Suites range from large 1-bedroom to spacious 2-bedroom + den/2 bathroom designs in sizes from 650 square feet to 1,517 square feet. Every suite will have quality interior finishes including 9-foot ceiling heights.. Prices include one parking space and start from the low-$300s. PACE on MAIN Sales Centre, 6212 Main Street (on the north side, just east of the GO Station), Stouffville. Call 905.591.1071. Hours are Monday to Wednesday 1pm to 7pm; Weekends & Holidays 11am to 5pm; Closed Thursday & Friday. Visit geraniumhomes.com. Award-winning Geranium Homes is the Housing Division of Geranium Corporation and has been developing and building family communities across Southern Ontario for 36 years.

Brookfield Residential is pleased to announce the opening of its newest community in Uxbridge. Located only minutes from the quaint town of Uxbridge, this exclusive enclave of only 46 bungalow townhomes known as Fox Trail backs onto an existing golf course and is conveniently located with many amenities such as grocery, banks, schools, golf courses, a recreation centre and a variety of restaurants only a short distance away. Brookfield was joined by the Honourable Mayor Gerri Lynn O’Connor at the ribbon cutting ceremony for their Fox Trail Community. “Given the success of our Wooden Sticks community, we were thrilled when this unique opportunity presented itself to return

to Uxbridge and build an upscale bungalow community in an already established community,” says Marc Thibault, VP of Sales and Marketing for Brookfield Residential. “The preliminary response to this community has been phenomenal and we are delighted to be able to bring this type of new home design to this mature community in a great setting surrounding a beautiful parkette and golf course.” The community will feature seven different bungalow plans offering a variety of choice to meet different family needs as well as optional loft and basement plans for those looking for a little more added space. The plans have been well appointed to include many of the features desired by today’s homeowners including nine foot

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ceilings, hardwood floors, granite countertops as well as our Panorama View Window to name a few. The community will also be condominium based to p r o v i d e homeowners with the added benefit of carefree living – no grass cutting, snow shovelling or exterior maintenance worries. “Delivering an upscale design on both the exterior and interior was important to us to ensure we met the needs of today’s discerning buyers. With time becoming more and more scarce today, we felt it important to deliver a carefree living experience where residents could spend more time doing the things they desire with family and friends rather than worry about mundane maintenance upkeep,” says Thibault. This community will provide 2015 move-in dates for new homeowners.

Registrants on our website will be provided with priority information and special offers. Brookfield is dedicated to creating the best places to call home and has built more than 25,000 homes in Ontario since 1956. Brookfield’s ongoing commitment to quality, design and customer service has earned the company several highly coveted industry recognitions including the J.D. Power and Associates Award for Highest in Customer Satisfaction and Ontario Builder of the Year from OHBA and Tarion. Brookfield currently has active communities in Alliston (Treetops), Aurora (Arbors), Bradford (Grand Central), Bowmanville (BrookHill), Caledon East (Pathways), Mono (Fieldstone), Niagaraon-the-Lake (The Village) and Tottenham (Willow Glen). For more information, please visit BrookfieldHomes.ca.

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Fox Trail in Uxbridge Grand Opening October 4

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