INSIDE: SUMMER PREVIEW
HOMES&CONDOS T O D AY ’ S
NEW HOME BUYER’S GUIDE SERVING TORONTO & YORK REGION JULY 16 - JULY 29, 2015
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WHERE COUNTRY MEETS ELEGANCE
ONLY A FEW REMAIN - ESTATE HOMES ON 3/4 ACRE COUNTRY LOTS Discover a place where just 14 exclusive estate homes are nestled in a one-of-a-kind wooded setting. Where country living is just minutes from modern convenience, creating an unparalleled lifestyle. And where the indoor spaces are as spectacular as the outdoor. Bungalow, Bungalow-Loft and Two-Storey Designs up to 6,000 sq. ft. from $
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Prices and specifications are subject to change without notice. Renderings are artist’s concept. E.&O.E. Broker’s protected. *2% of purchase price applied as a credit adjustment on closing. Offer valid on suites at Pace on Main Condominiums for a limited time only and is non-transferable. Speak with a Geranium Homes Salesperson for more details. **No purchase necessary. Contest ends September 12, 2015. Entries must use #CelebrateSummer and tag Geranium Homes. In addition, contestants must complete the online entry form to be entered into the contest. Winners will be announced on our Facebook page at facebook.com/geraniumhomes. Prizes must be accepted as awarded and have no cash value. For official rules visit geraniumhomes.com/contest. July 2015.
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COVER STORY
Discover luxurious living at Zancor Homes’ Castles of King City at Dufferin and King
ONLY 20 CASTLES REMAIN! T
he Castles of King City are selling quicky! These luxury residences on 50’ lots are situated in an intimate enclave extension of Zancor’s highly successful communities at Dufferin and King Road. Within minutes, residents can access parks, the King City Community Centre, equestrian farms, an arena, golf courses and world-class schools and Highways 400 and 404. The shopping, services and attractions of the Cities of Richmond Hill and Vaughan are also close by. Adding to the quality of life in this sought-after location, residents of The Castles of King City will have a brand new pedestrian Market right at King and Dufferin. Construction on the facility is well underway. It will introduce many new amenities for the community including a grocery store, dentist, daycare, and a Tim Hortons, to name a few.
with many other bonus features. Custom design highlights in varying combinations throughout the homes range from hidden kitchens to butler’s pantries, outdoor fireplaces, courtyards, first floor loggias and second floor terraces, all as per plan. And talk about the best of both worlds – many of Zancor’s stately residences back onto conservation land, and court lots are still available. Lot depths range up to 232 feet, with an average depth of 160 feet, meaning families have ample room to add a pool, lush gardens, charming gazebos and the like. Stunning exteriors are crafted from stucco, stone and brick. Among the architectural highlights are oversized front doors, tandem three-car garages (as per plan), and rear elevations upgraded to feature additional windows, gables and precast accents.
Prices begin from $1.4 million for these exquisite homes in sizes up to 5,100 square feet. Family-owned Zancor Homes has been building homes across the GTA for the past 30 years. This well-respected, proactive company has an experienced team that is dedicated to building solid homes and inviting communities that stand the test of time. The time to act is now! For the luxury new home opportunity of a lifetime, visit the Presentation Centre at 39 Sim Hill Crescent, King City (Lot-51) or call 905-5391055. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 12:00 to 7:00 p.m., weekends and holidays 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Find out more at ZancorHomes.com.
All designs include an array of spectacular appointments such as 10-foot ceiling heights on the main floor and 9-foot on the second floor and basement levels. Gourmet kitchens come standard with upgraded cabinets, granite countertops and a Germanengineered Grohe faucet. Rooms are anchored by exquisite porcelain, ceramic and pre-finished engineered hardwood flooring. Elegant oak stairs can feature either wrought-iron spindles or oak pickets, and your home comes
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COMMUNITY PROFILE
SAVOUR SUMMERTIME IN YORK REGION
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Enjoy adventure-based fun at the Recreational Outdoor Campus (ROC) in Georgina (Photo courtesy of the Town of Georgina)
Let’s start with the City of Markham, which is drawing international attention in the sporting world as one of the locations for the Pan Am/Parapan Am Games. Water polo started earlier this month at the Pan Am/Parapan Am Centre, with table tennis and badminton to come. Situated in Markham Centre community, the sports venue has a triple gymnasium, an Olympic-size pool and 12.5-meter-high clear ceilings to meet international requirements for badminton and volleyball. If golf is your passion, Angus Glen Golf Club, one of the most beautiful and prestigious in Canada, will host the first-ever Pan Am Games golf tournament, which includes men’s and women’s events. This is prime bicycling season, and avid cyclists appreciate the opportunities in York Region, which include multi-use paths, YRT bike racks, numerous cycling clubs, and left-turn bike boxes at many intersections. You can even combine bicycling and bussing: York Region Transit Viva buses have bike racks, and your bike rider for free! Plus, plans are in the works for the “Lake to Lake Cycling Route and Walking Trail,” which will span 90 km in York Region (through Georgina, East Gwillimbury, Newmarket, Aurora, Richmond Hill and Markham) and 25 km in the City of Toronto. The route will consist of off-street, multi-use pathways and occasional on-street segments on low-speed roads. For a current interactive cycling map, visit York.ca/cycling. The outdoors also beckons from York Regional Forest, which consists of 2,300 hectares of protected land designated on 18 properties across the Region. More
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Is there a more beautiful sight than the fertile fields of the Holland Marsh, one of York Region’s treasures? (Photo courtesy of the Town of East Gwillimbury)
The fabulous Food and Music Frenzy in the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville will take place on July 16th from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m.! (Photo courtesy of the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville)
hen you live in York Region, the only problem with summer activities is choosing from the multitude of opportunities available! Traveling is fun, but if you’re thinking more of a stay-cation, there’s a lot of exciting stuff happening right in your own backyard.
Dorothea Helms
Families enjoy the many parks across York Region, such as Tom Taylor Park in Newmarket (Photo courtesy of the Town of Newmarket)
than 120 km of trails wind through these areas, all available free to the public. “Nature’s Classroom” is an outdoor education program provided to groups and organizations. It is held in York Regional Forest, and sessions include a guided forest hike. To register, or for trail maps and more information, see York.ca. Do you have kids to keep busy this summer? Check your municipality for camps, workshops, swim times and more. You can also look into All Our Kids (AOK), which holds free drop-in programs in York Region where parents, grandparents and caregivers can have fun with children up to six years of age, interact with other parents and even learn from parenting workshops. Check York.ca for details. At the Kortright Centre for Conservation in Woodbridge, there are activities for all ages throughout the summer, culminating in the Honey Harvest Festival on
September 19th when you can tour the Kortright Bee House and see millions of bees doing what they do best! There’s also Boyd Conservation Area in Vaughan for hiking, picnicking, birding and more. On August 9th, automobile buffs will gather at the 42nd Annual Antique & Classic Car Show at the Whitchurch-Stouff ville Museum & Community Centre, complete with live music, a barbecue and kids activities, and on August 20th, downtown Stouff ville will set the scene for a Midnight
Madness Sale featuring street performers and more. This is a smattering of the events and activities going on in York Region this summer. Farmers’ markets, festivals, beaches, shopping, movies, live theatre, scenic drives, fishing, boating, swimming, golfing, picnicking … even a new Festival Guide produced by the Arts Council and the City of Markham. Visit the arts, culture and tourism website YorkScene.com – then get out there and have some fun!
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LIVE THE SKY LIFE
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Luxury on Lake Simcoe Orchard Point Harbour brings upscale condo living to cottage country
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s idyllic as the cottage lifestyle may seem, in reality it is often fraught with frustrations such as property upkeep, seasonal maintenance or access only by minimally maintained or seasonal roads. For this reason cottage country condominiums have
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quickly become popular, offering all the pleasures of the lakeside lifestyle without the hassles. Orchard Point Harbour, located at the Narrows between Lake Simcoe and Lake Couchiching in Orillia, is a prime example of this growing trend. Poised on 500 ft. of pristine waterfront, Orchard Point Harbour seamlessly blends the traditional elements of cottaging; the natural setting, tranquility and relaxation, with the comforts and conveniences one would expect from an upscale urban residence. Such comforts include a fitness centre located at the water’s edge complete with a pool, hot tub, sauna and yoga studio as well as a rooftop terrace offering unparalleled views of Lake Simcoe, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Boaters will appreciate the on-site Starport Marina, making it easy to explore Lake Simcoe, Lake Couchiching and the Trent-Severn Waterway. While Orchard Point Harbour’s location on a peninsula can make it feel like a private escape, the City of Orillia, with its charming boutiques, cafes, restaurants and medical facilities, is only minutes away by car or boat. Orillia’s surrounding area offers plenty of activities year-round, including numerous golf courses, ski resorts, walking trails and parks. And for those looking for a lively night out, Casino Rama is five minutes away. When completed, Orchard Point Harbour will consist of two Muskoka-inspired condo buildings. Phase 1 of the development is 98% occupied and Phase II, slated for occupancy in 2017, is currently on offer. One and two bedroom suites range in size from 800 to 2000-square-feet and start at the low-$300,000s. Each suite at Orchard Point Harbour combines luxury and ease with high quality features and finishes such as gourmet kitchens with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors, and private terraces or balconies. For the ultimate in lakeside living, a limited selection of Penthouse and Lakeside suites are available that include upgraded features including premier kitchen cabinetry, 10foot ceilings, a gas fireplace and much more. This is the perfect place for those looking to downsize from a large home or who are searching for a relaxing retreat just a short, one-hour drive from the GTA. And for those who spend their winters abroad, owning a condominium at Orchard Point Harbour offers a worry-free lock-and-leave solution. Orchard Point Harbour is redefining the cottage lifestyle.
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Kylemore Communities opens new Corporate offiCes in style
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uxury home builder and land developer, Kylemore Communities recently celebrated its move to new corporate offices by hosting an upscale opening party complete with live music, DJ, food, drinks and entertainment. Invited guests included politicians, trades and suppliers, retail tenants, and consultants who were thanked by president Patrick O’Hanlon for their loyalty and support over the company’s 18-year history in Markham. Guest of honour, Mayor Frank Scarpitti congratulated Patrick, Cailey Stollery – president of Angus Glen Group of Companies and Angus Glen Golf Club, and the Kylemore team for their contribution to the City of Markham’s vitality and for continuing to raise the bar as creators of awardwinning communities. The new 10,000 sq.ft. space spans the entire 2nd floor of a building in the company’s commercial plaza - The Shoppes of Angus Glen - at the southwest corner of Major MacKenzie Drive and Kennedy Road. Office interiors reflect the same attention to detail and materials of the highest caliber that
(from Left) Councillor Colin Campbell, Regional Councillor Nirmala Armstrong, Councillor Amanda Collucci, Mayor Frank Scarpitti, Cailey Stollery, Patrick O’Hanlon, Frank Spaziani (vice-president Kylemore Communities), Councillor Alex Chiu, Paul Calandra, M.P. Oak Ridges-Markham, Councillor Alan Ho, Councillor Logan Kanapathi, Regional Councillor Joe Li. (Attending, but absent from photo: Regional Councillor Jim Jones, and Councillors Karen Rea, Don Hamilton)
Kylemore includes in its million-dollar homes and luxury condominiums. In his remarks, Patrick O’Hanlon recalled Kylemore’s history of building in Markham and many other areas, from its base within its flagship Angus Glen Community. He shared his optimism for the years ahead when the lands on the north side of Major MacKenzie are approved for development, York Downs Golf Course transitions to a residential neighbourhood, and Langstaff Gateway
master-planned development gets underway. Kylemore Communities is the recipient of the 2014 Markham Design Excellence Award for Angus Glen Community, which was also awarded the Building Industry and Land Development (BILD) Association’s 2013 “Places to Grow” Community of the Year Award. To find out more visit kylemorecommunities.com.
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King Township is one of the York Region Spacious design and well-appointed finishes. municipalities where you can enjoy festivals throughout the year (photo courtesy of the Township of King)
PACE on Main Condos Spectacular Summer Savings in Stouffville
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njoy carefree Main Street living in a vibrant town at PACE on Main condominiums in Stouff ville, where for a limited time only, Geranium Homes is offering even better value with up to $15,000 off the purchase price. Boutique condo living on Main Street.
“Stouff ville is becoming an impressive alternative over Markham for condo seekers. It feels a world away from Markham’s bustle and congestion, yet it’s only 10 minutes north,” says Stephanie Lane, marketing and sales manager for the award-winning builder. Since 2009, Geranium Homes has played a pivotal role in the growth of Stouff ville and is now selling the first condominium to be located right on Main Street.
an elegant facade rising to 5-storeys at the corner of Main and Lloyd Streets. PACE Credit Union will occupy the ground floor. Envisioned by renowned interior design team – Bryon Patton & Associates, the building’s amenities include a welcoming lobby, The Main Street Lounge with two fireplaces, three televisions, a convertible billiards table, and a kitchen and bar. Doors lead out to the terrace where barbecues and seating areas create the perfect space for summer entertaining and al fresco dining. Available suites range from one- to threebedroom layouts in sizes from 650 to 1,571 square feet. Classic interiors feature Geranium’s quality finishes with nine-foot ceilings, engineered hardwood flooring, granite countertops and full-size stainless steel-finish kitchen appliances, as well as a private balcony. Preconstruction prices start at $329,900 and include an underground parking space. Get exactly what you’ve been looking for – a brand new condo in a downtown location at PACE on Main.
Stouff ville hosts a variety of street festivals, Visit the Sales Centre, which features encouraging a sense of community, with fun for the whole family. Recently, Geranium was a model kitchen vignette at 6212 Main in Stouff ville. 905.591.1071 a sponsor of the highly anticipated two-day Street Strawberry Festival which saw thousands paceonmain.com of visitors. Community engagement like this, Stouffville GO Station just steps away. as well as a wide range of restaurants, shops, a weekly farmers’ market, and the GO Station are steps away from your suite at PACE. For commuters, highways 407 and 404 are easy to reach in only a few minutes. PACE on Main will reflect the history of the neighbourhood with
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