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This year marks the sesquicentennial anni-versary of the Town of Aurora. Looking back, before the town of Aurora was a town,

before it was a village, before it was a hamlet, and before it was an intersection, it was merely an ex-tension of a road...

When in 1793, Lieutenant-Governor John Graves Simcoe gave the go-ahead for Yonge St. to be extended to Holland Landing, little did he know he was actually laying the foundations for what would become one of the most affluent, scenic, beautiful, thriving, industrial and commercial communities

in Ontario, later to be known as Aurora.Originally referred to as Machell’s Corners, it’s

believed, businessman Charles Doan, postmaster turned mayor was highly influential in renaming the village, Aurora.

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150 yearsof Aurora Real Estate

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fEAtuREs June 2013Decorating with cork ............................................................................ 6

This month’s Feature property ............................................................ 7

prOS and COnS of automatic irrigation systems ................................. 9

SaFeTY TipS for the savvy yard sale shopper ................................... 12

It’s all about texture for today’s hardwood floors ........................... 14

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Diane Anderson** Glenn M. Hant** Lynda Laceby*Cinda Brown* Diana Dunlap*Marina Ferrante* Andrea Pinska* Chris Bresser*

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26 Hunters Glen Road, Aurora, ON

16969 Mountainview Road, Caledon, ON 16165 Eleventh Concession, Schomberg, ON 155 King Road, Richmond Hill, ON

63 Dennis Drive, King City, ON 9 Karrisa Lane, Holland Landing, ON

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Rolling hills & sunset views offer the perfect backdrop from this 11 acre property. This charming brick bungalow offers: 3 bedrooms and 2 bathroom. Finished walkout lower level.

Lynda Laceby & Cinda Brown

Custom built bungalow, with 3 car garage, 2 + 2 Bedroom and 4 bath. 10 acres overlooking Aurora. Close to all amenities in King ,Aurora and Newmarket. Professionally landscaped.

Glenn M. Hant & Diane Anderson

Elegant home is situated on a picturesque and private lot. Located in the desirable Hunters Glen Estates. A luxurious feel throughout. Home features a warm and inviting main level. Timeless floor plan. Custom designed eat in kitchen. Lovely vistas over the landscape from many rooms. Finished walk-out lower level. Outdoor Oasis with a gently roll-ing terrain. Mature trees, professionally landscaped. Beautiful pool area.

Diana Dunlap

Stunning wooded acreage with gated, winding drive. Leads to an elegant bungalow with 8,000 sq.ft of living space. Nestled among towering trees. Ultimate in luxury. Custom built bungalow. Finest of workmanship throughout. Open concept design. Unique features hand crafted custom cabinetry, coffered ceilings. Large picturesque windows. Lovely views over this spectacular setting. Large chef ’s kitchen is gourmet cook’s dream.

Glenn M. Hant & Diane Anderson

Totally remodeled 2010, modern Spanish 4 bedroom home. Nanny & in-law suites. Huge open concept kitchen and great room with soaring ceilings , 3 fire places, granite counters. 2 master bedrooms with ensuite and private decks. 3 Trex decks. 20 acre horse farm. 12 padded stall barn- 2011.

Andrea Pinska

Commercial Building. Great location. Immediate possession. Professionally finished, bright, clean office space on two floors. Excellent access to public transit & major commuter routes (Hwys 400 & 404). Steps away from all amenities. Open con-cept reception. 3 + 1 private offices and Boardroom. 1 + 1 kitch-en. Lots of parking.

Cinda Brown

Lovely, executive home. Family neighbourhood in King City. Walking distance to Go Train. Newly renovated hardwood floors. Granite countertops. New bathrooms throughout. Beau-tiful perennial garden, private treed lot. South facing backyard. Main floor den. Unfinished basement.

Lynda Laceby

Private, one Acre lot on a quiet street. Immaculate, Move In Ready. Up-graded & professionally finished. Brazilian cherry hardwood, ceramic tiles, granite countertops & finished basement. Main floor laundry/mud room w/separate entrance. Back deck with sunken hot tub & in ground pool (New Liner 2012). New 25 year roof 2012. Lot backs onto French’s Park, privacy all around with cedar hedges & mature trees.

Glenn M. Hant & Chris Bresser

Caledon

Stunning 3 + 2 Bdrm, 4 bath executive bungalow on spacious 2 acre treed lot in Pine Forest Estates. Recent addition of a new master bdrm complete with 5 piece ensuite and more.

Lynda Laceby

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$ 1,980,000

$ 3,997,000 $ 1,675,000 $ 1,195,000

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Wonderful Replica Of A Traditional Victorian Farm House, In Executive Estate Area On A Cul-De-Sac Pri-vacy Abounds. Profession-ally Landscaped, Charming Covered Verandas And Muskoka Porches.

A Tree Lined Drive Leads To This Charming Century Stone Farm House On 50 Acres With Wrap Around Porch. House Exudes The Charm Of Yesterday With All The Amenities Of Today. Salt Water Pool, A Double Set Of Bank Barns, Workshop/Separate Garage. 3 Ponds, Rolling Fields, Good Value In The Heart Of King Township.

Private ½ Acre Ravine Lot Backing Onto Conservation In The Heart Of King City. Approx 3218 Sq. Ft. Home With Open Concept Main Floor Plan And A Welcoming 2 Sto-rey Foyer. 2 Tiered Deck, Profes-sionally Landscaped, Interlocking Walkways And Large Patio. Enjoy The Privacy. MLS # N2628227

A Warm And Welcoming Floor Plan On A Private ½ Acre Lot Within Walking Dis-tance To The GO Train. 4 Bdrm Execu-tive Home Comprising Approx. 2820 Sq Ft. Expansive Wood Deck And Inground Pool. Beautiful Mature Lot With Peren-nial Gardens. 5 Walk-Outs In Total From The Home To The Deck Areas. Finished Basement. MLS# N2647753

167 Brule Trail, King, ON

15605 Highway 27, Schomberg, ON

44 East Humber Drive, King City, ON

107 Burton Grove, King City, ON

To arrange a viewing of these great properties, please contact Lynda Laceby

To arrange a viewing of these great properties, please contact Diane Anderson

Lynda Laceby* Cinda Brown*

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Serene Park Like Setting Perfectly Situated On A Quiet Cul-De-Sac In Kingscross Estates. Just Over 2 Acres, 3+2 Bedroom Walk-Out. Spacious Open Floor Plan. Comprising Approx. 4500 Sq.Ft Of Overall Living Space. 3 Fire-plac-es. Walkout to New Cedar Deck (2012) Lower Level Sauna.

A wonderful opportunity for a small busi-ness to purchase in developing King City. Commercial Building.This building is centrally located in the core of King City beside Shopper’s Drug Mart. 5 offices (2 on second floor/3 on main floor) 1 boardroom. Unfinished basement-storage. Lots of parking (2 in front and 6 in back).

25 Lockhart Lane, King City, ON

2130 King Road, King City, ON

To arrange a viewing of these great properties, please contact Cinda Brown

$ 1,600,000

Attractive Ranch Bungalow With Separate 2 Bedroom Lower Level Suite. Beautiful Panoramic Views Offer A Perfect Backdrop To This Attractive 28 Acre Property. Picturesque, Serene And Pri-vate Quiet Country Living Just Minutes To Hwy. 400.

4865 16th Sideroad, King, ON


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COMING SOON!COMING SOON!Open concept 3 bedroom home with in-ground pool, stunning backyard, main floor family room & finished lower levels. Great settled family friendly area. Prime Public School area 2 storey home with main floor den, hardwood floors, finished basement with retrofitted in-law suite. Terrific floor plan, perfect for a large family.

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Wow! Approx 3400 sq ft Executive home, A.B Cairns built award winning “Augusta” model Marley roof. Fantastic layout. 4 large bedrooms, main floor den, finished walkout basement, Fabulous deck overlooking golf course and surrounded by beautiful mature trees in one of Aurora’s finest neighbourhoods. Angela Jones Royal LePage Your Community Realty. Direct 905.717.6027 [email protected], www.Homesbyangela.ca

Aurora $865,000

Contimued from the cover

With the arrival of the railway in 1853, Aurora was quickly becoming an industrial focal point in the York Region. By 1863, Aurora with a population of 700 people quickly continued to expand and the housing market continued to expand with it. In 1888, Aurora’s population had grown to a stagger-ing 2,107 people.

Influential and historical architects of this time seemed to thrive; building hous-es nestled in the lush, green landscapes of Aurora. It’s believed in 1861, local architect and builder Henry Harris was responsible for influencing a new architectural trend in the then young and flourishing Aurora, pro-ducing the Hillary House. Harris embraced a style referred to as Picturesque Gothic, fash-ioned after a picture he saw in a book called, Architecture of Country Houses. Gothic Revival noted for exquisite detail patterned brickwork, roomy verandahs, pointed Ca-thedral style arches, and ornate scrollwork became a continued theme in Aurora adding to its charm and historical uniqueness.

The cost for a new home in Aurora in the

late 1800’s was presumably expensive for newcomers. Today, according to the owner of RE/MAX York Group Reality, Bill Jenkins, the average cost of a new home in Aurora is $566,548.

What began, as a hamlet at the crossroads of Wellington and Yonge St. is now a thriving, affluent, industrial and commercial town located north of Toronto and is part of the Greater Toronto Area spanning a whopping

49.61 km squared, with a population of 56,931 people.

Should the past 150 years be any indication of what is to come, it seems only fitting to end this article with ‘And they lived happily ever after.’

Happy Birthday Aurora!

– Written by alex Sher

Centre Street 1916

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Wellington Ridge Realty Ltd., Brokerage15064 Yonge St., Aurora OntarioNot intended to solicit current

listings or buyers under contract

ust celebrating its grand opening on June 1st, Wellington Ridge Realty has set out to serve Aurora and the sur-

rounding area with all of their real estate needs. Peter Mitchell, real estate broker and owner of Wellington Ridge Realty, has made it his mission for his business to become the trusted local brokerage. Mitchell is a local who grew up in the Aurora area, attending G.W Williams Sec-ondary School. He later moved on to Queens University in Kingston, where he attained an undergrad in civil engineering and a Masters in strengthening concrete structures. He re-ceived his real estate license three years ago,

and has worked in the industry ever since. With his background in solidifying buildings, understanding and selling quality homes just makes sense. Wellington Ridge Realty was founded upon strong values, and employees incorpo-rate the brokerage’s mission into every sale that they make. The three core values of the business are fairness, respect, and integrity. Mitchell treats his client’s investments as if his own, and truly cares about finding the best homes for each individual that works with him and his agents. He believes that the real strength in his company will come from these values, and his team members are

working together towards goals with fair-ness, respect, and integrity always in mind. Wellington Ridge Realty works mostly with residential resale properties but also handles commercial real estate, all while con-stantly taking pride in what they do. Mitchell states that, “the bottom line is that we take pride in ourselves, our business, and our community.” As a service business, Welling-ton Ridge Realty acknowledges the client as an important member of the community, and they are proud to serve the local area. How can Wellington Ridge serve you? Visit www.wellingtonridgerealty.com for more information.

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Decorating with cork

ork is a versatile and relatively in-expensive material that lends itself well to different decorating and home-use

applications. Cork grows as the bark of the Cork Oak tree, which is grown and harvested mostly in Portugal. Cork is harvested about every 9 or 10 years and is allowed to dry for 1 to 2 years. It is then boiled to remove any toxins and is cut and dried for use. People use cork in various ways. Cork wine stoppers are some of the first things that come to mind when envisioning cork. Cork bulletin boards are another common use.

However, cork is also used around the house, especially for flooring. Because the cork bark will regenerate on a tree naturally without damage to the rest of the tree, cork is an environmentally friendly material to use. The material is impervious to pressure, so it doesn’t dent and the air trapped within the cork cell structure makes it strong, yet soft underfoot. Cork also is a good insulator and an effective heat/cold conductor. It also absorbs vibrations, making it an effective sound buffer. In addition to using cork on a floor, individuals can use it for an accent wall. In a teenager’s room, a cork wall can be used as a large bulletin board for photos and memorabilia. Some wine connoisseurs like to make serving trays or backsplashes out of cork wine stoppers, particularly from favorite vintages. Cork resists water and stains, which makes it a good material to use in kitchens and bathrooms as well.

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FEATURE HOMEEnchanted Forest Setting

Framed by towering mature hardwood forest and lush golf course like grounds, on approx. 2 acres sits this entertainer’s dream. Main house has 5 bedrooms, large principle rooms, gourmet kitchen and fully finished lower level. Wrap around porches, backyard oasis with outdoor kitchen, inground pool, hot tub and terraced gardens. The secondary home is constructed in unsurpassed luxury, quality and craftsmanship. Would make ideal residence, studio, man-cave or show place for the car collector. Large living area, 2 bedrooms, oversized windows, large office, 38’x 51’ showroom. A complete package and extremely rare find.

Please call for more information or to arrange a private viewing.

Take control of mold growthoisture buildup can increase the prob-ability of mold growth. For home-owners, mold growth can lead to poor

indoor air quality and worse. Using a modern insulation material, such as spray foam insulation, in crawl spaces helps reduce airborne irritants and promotes

better indoor air quality. Properly insulated crawl spaces control moisture and air seal and save on energy bills while improving occupant comfort. The United States Department of Energy suggests homeowners properly insulate the crawl space within their homes to protect

from two main problems. Firstly, by main-taining an acceptable temperature within the crawl space during winter, homeowners can avoid cold, uncomfortable floors above. Secondly, removing excess humidity in crawl spaces during the warmer summer months can decrease the chances of mold growth or buckling hardwood floors above. Spray foam insulation can help reduce the likelihood of moisture gathering within crawl spaces. Left uninsulated, homeowners run the risk of compromising their home’s durability and comfort not to mention pos-sible unexpected repair costs.

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ouise Garin, a local King artist, creates wonderful art inspired by her surroundings; and her art

is sure to surround your home beau-tifully. Born in Montreal to an artist mother, Garin never thought that she would also become an artist. She had always been a creative person and has taken art courses at the Ontario College of Art, but it was her surroundings that really inspired her to pick up a brush. Garin takes inspiration from the places that she lives, visits, and the people that she meets. She began to paint while

living in Mexico with her husband. Much of her art depicts the beau-

tiful desert landscapes of the area and the locals that inhabit the land.

“I am always experimenting with lots of different subjects.” She says as she points to beautiful land-scapes rich with unique colours, as well as intricate portraits, the latter being her first love artistically. She experiments with colour and differ-ent techniques but still maintains her own style. Louise regularly visits local events to showcase her work, most recently being Polo for Heart. She loves to play with light and dark in her paintings, as well as colours and subjects making her an ex-tremely versatile artist.

Louise has painted beautiful landscapes of properties in Auro-ra, and King and is available for commissioned work. Her paintings are a delightful way to spruce up sparse walls in your home; they are rich in colour so your walls don’t have to be. With one of her pieces in your home you will truly be lost in her work. Contact Louise Garin for com-missioned work and for other piec-es at [email protected] and visit her website louisegarin.com to learn more about her and her art.

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prOS and COnS of automatic irrigation systemsater is essential to keeping a lawn or gar-den in good health. Thanks to irrigation systems, watering has become a lot less

hands-on. An irrigation sprinkler or drip system takes much of the work out of watering a land-scape. But before any digging takes place, home-owners should learn about the advantages and disadvantages of irrigation systems.

Advantages One of the most obvious advantages is the time savings afforded by an automatic sprinkler or drip irrigation system. Once installed, many systems can be set to a timer to water at specific time inter-vals and on certain days of the week. This means there’s no need to worry about forgetting to water the lawn and coming back from vacation to find

crisp, yellow grass. Another advantage is that irrigation systems, particularly the drip type, can be positioned so that water is more effectively targeted where it is needed. Nozzles can be adjusted and underground drip tubes will deliver water right to the roots, rather than spraying walkways and driveways. Another advantage is that automatic irrigation systems are generally hidden from view, which means there are no unsightly hoses stretched across the lawn and no more tripping hazards. Sprinkler heads pop up to spray and then retract when the job is done. Underground drip systems do their work out of view. For families with young children and pets who share outdoor spaces, auto-matic systems may be a safer option.

Disadvantages The primary disadvantage associated with a sprinkler system is the expense. These systems can be quite costly depending on the size of the property. Furthermore, portions of the lawn will have to be dug up to install pipework and at-tach it to the plumbing system of the home. This can equate to days or weeks without use of the yard. Afterwards, the landscaping will have to be repaired. It is best to install an irrigation system prior to the installation of sod or extensive landscaping because some of it will have to be torn up. Home-owners who already have pristine yards may be turned off by this reality. Even the most efficient sprinkler systems can have their pitfalls. Wind can wreak havoc on sprinklers, directing water in the wrong direc-tion. Underground pests may damage water-de-livery systems, resulting in water pooling or bro-ken parts. The repairs to fix an irrigation system can be much more costly than replacing a dam-aged garden hose. Irrigation systems have their advantages and disadvantages, and homeowners should weigh their options before installing a new system.

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Bring your business home! Paved road access! 3 minutes to Highway 27! 2000+ square foot, 8 year old bungalow! Open concept with bright, professionally fi nished lower level with in-law potential! Oversized heated double garage! Separate 3000 SF shop with 3 drive-in bay doors, 18 foot clear height and heated workroom! Loads of parking for trailers & trucks!

INNISFIL! 25 ACRES! CUSTOM BUNGALOW AND 3000 SF SHOP!

$1,250,000

Shows great! Open concept! Engineered plank hardwood on both fl oors! Upgraded eat-in ceramic kitchen with bright walk-out to fully fenced lot! Main fl oor living room & huge “great room” open to kitchen! Master with big walk-in closet & inviting 3pc bath! Quiet child-safe crescent too! Value!

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Immaculately kept with sensational views over scenic ravine and Binder Twine Park! Sprawling ranch bungalow with huge open concept living-dining combo w/fi eldstone fi replace! Centre island kit w/built-in appliances & w/o to deck or three season room! Main fl r den! Master w/dressing rm and 5pc ensuite! Professionally fi nished open concept lower level too!

SPECTACULAR! 4300 SF! RENOVATED! POOL! FINISHED BASEMENT!

$999,900

Have it all! Curb appeal & more! Soaring 9 ft. ceilings & gleaming hrdwd strip fl oors! Sunken living room! Sep. formal DR! spacious family room w/custom B-I wall unit! Knock-out updated & upgraded Fischer kitchen w/granite counters & top-of-the-line B-I stainless steel appliances! Bright prof. fi n w/o lower level w/wet bar, home theatre area & more!

AURORA OFFICE BUILDING WITH 7 PARKING SPOTS!

$549,900

Complete renovation! Great for home business offi ce – light industrial – fi tness centre – research lab & more! Steps to GO train! Gleaming hardwood fl oors! Fresh modern décor! Open concept fl oor plan! New 2-piece washroom & 3 private offi ces on 2nd fl oor! Unspoiled lower level! Fully fenced! Great curb appeal – just move in!

Picturesque privacy! Superb completely reno’d estate home in Aurora’s most sought-after estate community! Updated & upgraded “gourmet” centre island kitchen! Sumptuous master with enticing ensuite! Updated baths! Knock-out professional fi nished walkout basement! Oasis backyard with pool, waterfall, hot tub and party room! Sensational!

HUNTER’S GLEN 5200 SF GEM! 2.5 ACRES!

$2,549,900

KING VALLEY! GATED EXCLUSIVITY! BUNGALOW BEAUTY!

$1,149,900

Simply sensational! 9 to 14 ft. ceilings! Open concept fl oor plan! Gleaming hardwood strip! Separate formal dining room! Main fl oor den! Gourmet custom centre island, kitchen opens to huge “great room”! Inviting master with enticing ensuite! Builder professionally fi nished lower level with massive rec room with wet bar, custom built-ins, 2 bedrooms & 3pc bath!

Shows to perfection! 60 ft. frontage! Nicely landscaped & private lot! Open concept fl r plan! Big ceramic eat-in kitchen! Gleaming hrdwd strip fl rs! Large LR-DR combo! Spacious main fl r family rm w/fi replace! Master w/inviting ensuite & walk-in closet! Prof. fi n lower level with 1 bedroom inlaw suite! Loads of parking on interlock drive!

BUNGALOW BEAUTY! QUIET COURT! BACKS TO RAVINE!

$749,900

SHARON SHOWSTOPPER! ½ ACRE, POOL & INLAW SUITE!

$989,000

Have it all and bring your inlaws too! Curb appeal & more! Soaring 9 ft ceilings! Gleaming hrdwd strip fl rs! Entertaining-sized LR & DR! updated kitchen w/granite counters & big solarium eat-in area! Spac. fam rm! Above-grade sep. entrance 1 bdrm inlaw! Master w/inviting ensuite & “his & hers” w-ins! Prof. fi n open concept bsmt too! Oasis backyard w/pool & more! 5 car garage & loads of parking!

2500SF! Quiet child-safe crescent! Gleaming hardwood strip fl rs! Smooth ceilings! Gourmet renovated & upgraded kitchen w/custom cabinetry, granite counters & slate fl oors! Spacious family room w/custom B-I cabinetry! Master w/inviting ensuite & w-in closet! Partly fi n bsmt w/rec rm & den! 50 ft. prof. landscaped lot w/curb appeal!

STEPS TO LAKE WILCOX! 4 BEDROOM BEAUTY!

$798,888

Your own “estate” majestically set high on the parcel with beautiful views! Great centre island kitchen with granite counter, breakfast bar & open concept to spacious sunken family room! Sundrenched solarium! Main fl oor den! Master with sitting area, full ensuite & large walk-in closet! “Unspoiled” walk-out basement! Oversized decks, triple garage & oversized carport!

64 ACRES! 4000 SF EXECUTIVE HOME! MOUNT ALBERT!

$1,228,888

Gated exclusivity in Aurora’s Stonebridge! Loaded with upgrades. 9 foot ceilings! Updated kitchen with quartz stone counters! Ground fl oor master with 5 piece ensuite. Bright professionally fi nished walkout lower level with huge family room and 2 more bedrooms! Ensuites to all bedrooms! Backs to ravine!

4 BEDROOM END UNIT CONDO BUNGALOFT LINK!

$748,888


$2,349,000 1-877-679-3411Located in King Township, this stunning home boasts a long private drive set on approx. 2 acres premium treed lot, professionally decorated in French country with only the finest quality of finishes & attention to detail, Turkish stone flrs, custom milled bookcases & cabinetry thru-out, multiple walkouts, minutes to kings finest private schools, easy access to hwy 400.

$599,000 1-866-243-4162Lrg 4 Bdrm home 2523 sq.ft. plus finished basement, premium lot back-ing onto ravine on a quiet court, boasts a large oversize kitchen, mature landscaping, pattern concrete walkway & 6 car parking, walking distance to parks, schools & amenities, easy access to hwy, 27, hwy 9 & hwy 400.

$995,000 1-855-288-0264Custom Built Home on 1.64 Acres Ravine Lot, 9Ft ceilings Thru-out, Bra-zilian Hardwood floors, Large Palatial windows. Designer Kitchen. Mins to Hwy 9 & 400 for Easy Commute.

$675,000 1-855-673-8094On Huge Pool Size Lot (99 x 220 Deep) In Central Aurora with Double Car Garage. Features Custom Milled Mouldings, Custom Kitchen, Granite Counters, Hardwood & Limestone Floors thru-out.

$2,695,000 1-877-969-3189A Spectacular custom built “Chateau” on 10 private acres in King City. Features over 10,000 sq ft of living space with attention to every detail. the grand entrance boasts a soaring 30ft ceiling with vaulted skylight, Solid 8 ft doors, 12 inch baseboards, crown moulding and Natural stone finishes throughout. Main floor master suite with spa inspired 6 piece ensuite, Steam shower, heated floors, balcony and gas fireplace. includes, 3 story elevator,8 bathrooms, Geo-Thermo heating, The Gourmet kitchen built by “Selba” offers Antiqued granite counters, breakfast Island , wolf 6 burner gas range, and stainless steel appliances. Finished walk-out ,Home theatre, Gym, Nanny or in law suite. Private Treed landscape with Rolling Hills , Stream and pond, a natural paradise. Located minutes to kings finest private schools ( Country day, Thomas of Villa Nova and St Andrews College)easy access to hwy 400 and all amenities.

$848,000 1-855-637-2744Loaded with Character offers views of Kings countryside. Fabulous reno-vation boasts 10Ft. ceilings on main, Gourmet kitchen, marble counters, breakfast bar, centre island, hardwood floors, inviting family room with vaulted ceiling & lrg pallatial windows, over looks inground pool, patio, deck, heated cabana & mature landscape plus sep. 2.5 detached garage fea-tures heated loft ideal for studio or games room. mins. to Hwy 9/Hwy 27.

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SaFeTY TipS

for the savvy yard sale shopper

ummer is here and garage sales and flea markets abound. But as you search for that perfect treasure, be sure to keep safety in

mind. Second-hand items, especially electronics, building supplies, appliances and helmets, may carry certain risks if damaged or used. If you are planning on reselling consumer items, check the Consumer Product Safety Commission’s Web site for a guide on things that can and cannot be sold, and for product recalls. CSA Group, a leading certification and testing organization, offers these safety tips for yard sale shoppers.

► Avoid electrical or gas products if a label from a recognized certification organization, such as CSA Group, is missing. Look closely at the mark to ensure it matches the design and colour of cer-tification marks from the same organization on other similar products.

► Check wiring and extension cords for wear and damage. In particular, look for worn insula-tion and splices on the cord and loose or exposed parts on the plug.

► Avoid purchasing used bicycle, hockey or con-struction helmets, as you don’t know their history

or what damage may be hidden from plain view.Counterfeit or illegal goods

► Counterfeiters often use flea markets to ped-dle fake goods. Packaging on counterfeits is often poorly designed or has only partial illustrations. Misspellings and unclear printing on products and labels may be another indicator of a fake product.

► Brand-name companies want you to know whose product you’re buying, so look for a rec-ognized name. Also, look for return addresses or company contact information on packages.

► Check the “look and feel” of goods. Fake prod-ucts often seem light and flimsy.

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28 HaverHill Terr., aurora5 Tannery Creek CresCenT, aurora, on

This 3,000+ Sqft Home Has 4+1 Bdrms, Finished W/O Basement And Backs Onto Greenspace. Freshly Updated Family-Size Kitch w/W/O To Huge Deck O/L Greenspace. asking $659,000

38 MillwrigHT avenue, riCHMond Hill, on

Upgraded 3-Bdrm Townhome w/Fin’d W-O Bsmt Situated on Premium, Pie-Shaped Lot in Demand Richmond Hill Neighbour-hood. New Hdwd T-Out Mn Flr. Eat-In Kitchen w/W-O to Huge Deck. asking $579,000

66 MoorCresT, aurora, on

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166 Corner ridge road, aurora, on

**Prestigious Copper Hills** Stunning 4 Bdrm, 4 Bath Home Professional-ly Decorated & Designed With Thousands Spent on Upgraded Finishes Throughout . asking $819,000

$$$ Million Dollar Up-grades Thr/out. 5+1 Bdrm, 3-Storey Home Backing Onto Golf Course! Office, Library, Formal Dining Room, Bedrooms with Ensuites & Finished BaseM w/ EntertainM area. asking $989,000

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CANADA DAY!Lovely 4+1 Bdrm w/ Prof. Fin’d Bsmt! Quiet Street close to French Imm. Schools, Parks, Walking Trails, Rec Centre & more. Prof. Landscaped w/ Inter-locking Walkways, Lrg Deck, Hot Tub & Private Yard asking $539,000

Highly Sought After Family Neighbourhood. Updated & Tastefully Decorated 4 Bdrm + Fin’d Bsmt. Formal D/R. E-I Kitchen w/Brkfst Bar, W/O To Backyard Oasis & Open To F/Rm w/Gas F/P *This Home Is Move In Ready*

Both in her personal life and professional achieve-ments, Caroline Baile has made it her mission to al-ways exceed expectations. With extensive corpo-rate experience and servicing the real estate industry for over ten years, Caroline brings to her real estate clients a solid background in marketing, sales, and contract negotiations. Caroline knows first hand the importance of strategically marketing your home to ensure maximum exposure and top dollars.

Caroline has been recognized for her outstand-ing performance, winning the acclaimed Diamond Award for sales performance, as well as numerous awards and recognitions for service and volunteering within the community. Caroline is very passionate about her community, volunteering both her time and resources to local charities, organizations, schools, and sports teams alike. Whether it is riding the “Big Bike” for Heart & Stroke, Volunteering at the hospital with the “Look Good Feel Better” Program, a Com-mittee Member with “Polo for Heart” or helping at her children’s schools, Caroline gets involved. It’s this natural spirit and drive that makes Caroline such an asset in showing a home to its full potential and the thoroughness to get the best results.

Whether you are looking at purchasing your first home, relocating, moving up to something a little larger, downsizing, or finding a recreational prop-erty or investment opportunity, Caroline will ensure you the most comprehensive and professional service available. Caroline approaches her clients’ real es-tate goals with passion and professionalism, dedicat-ed to achieve the best possible results. With an un-wavering commitment to customer service, Caroline ensures your next move will be successful!

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It’s all about texture for today’s hardwood floorsxperts in the hardwood flooring industry are seeing a major shift in the way consum-ers are now choosing their floors, as colour

is no longer king. Texture has emerged as the new “colour” when it comes to the driving force be-hind wood flooring selections. “For years, colour was always the top consid-eration for people looking for a hardwood floor. But over the last few years, texture has overtak-en colour as the new driver. The reason behind this movement is that texture stimulates our senses with both tactile and visual elements,” ex-plained Michel Collin, Marketing Director of Mercier Wood Flooring.

The latest handscraped and distressed hard-wood floors are good examples of how popu-lar textures have become with discerning wood flooring consumers. According to Collin, there’s

is a big demand for textured wood floors across North America, where homeowners are looking to feature the distressed look of barn wood, prom-inent knots or the natural sculptural and undulat-ing lines of boards planed the old fashioned way.

“The texture trend is very hot with homeown-ers today and we have a feeling it’s here to stay,” added designer Marie Francois of Dolce Interieur in Montreal. To keep up with the demand for this growing texture trend in hardwood floors, manufacturers such as Mercier have developed new hardwood series featuring these sought-after tactile and vi-sual elements. This year Mercier’s Nature collection is offer-ing even more textures than in years past, as its new “Pub Series” features hardwood floors that perfectly capture the essence of a well-worn floor.

With names like Courvoisier, Spirits, Stout and Malt, the series replicates the unique charm of an Irish pub where its floors have seen it all and lived to tell the tale. Mercier’s “Handscraped” series features a hand-sanded feel that gives the floor deep charac-ter. A traditional effect shines though in the beau-tiful knots, a deeply distinctive touch that ties any room together effortlessly.

“When it comes to flooring texture treatments, such as handscraping, they should be considered as art forms, timeless, unique works of art tailored to your home,” added Collin. Design tip: A rustic scrape will result in a more “distressed” look and is an ideal choice for an ac-tive family. A more sculpted floor with minor sur-face interruption is considered “classic” and fits perfectly in a contemporary decor.

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MYRTlE RiDgE EqUEsTRiAn FARM nORTh WhiTbYMagnificent 73-acre equestrian farm with handcrafted 3300 sq. ft. handcrafted log home with finished lower lev-el. 3-car det’d garage. Two barns incl. Dutchmaster’s barn and smaller barn attached to a 60’ x 120’ indoor arena. 2 bdrm apt. above barn. 2,000 sq. ft. insulated/heated work-shop & 4,000 sq. ft. storage bldg. 11 paddocks. Amazing views of countryside and Lake Ontario. Unbelievable val-ue. Visit virtual/aerial tour at www.ChestnutPark.com.

MAMMOTh 330-AcRE sElF-sUsTAining EqUEsTRiAn FARM in bROck TWP Amazing property custom-built for a thoroughbred Eques-trian business. Two-parcels of land separately deeded. 85% of property farmed. Dutchmaster’s 30-stall barn with 225’x90’ indoor arena. Incredible/office/entertaining/viewing area. Plenty of outbuildings, 2 homes, apt., run-ins. 6 turnout paddocks & 3 large paddocks. Aerial tour available at www.ChestnutPark.com. Confidential inqui-ries to listing broker.

ExEcUTivE TOWnhOUsE - AURORA Perfect home for young pro-fessionals or a growing family. 3 bdrm, 3 bath with an open concept design. Luxury finish-es throughout. 2 car garage. Backs onto conservation. Close to Hwy 404 and Aurora Go.

$1,810,000REDUCED!

$585,000

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$1,175,000 $2,495,000

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OUTDOOR OAsis - hUnTERs glEnThis beautifully renovated home sits on 1.85 acres in a sought after Auro-ra location. Professionally landscaped with inground pool, waterfall and perennial gardens. Just move in and enjoy. Close to excellent schools and Hwy 404. Price Upon Request.

ExclUsivE gATED cOMMUniTY in king vAllEYThis executive 4+1 bedroom home has soar-ing ceilings, hardwood floors with a bright open concept Great Room and Kitchen overlooking the fields of King. Enjoy dining in a screened in porch with a wood burning fireplace. Pool, tennis courts and exercise room in the community!!

DOWnTOWn TOROnTOWant to spend retirement years in downtown To-ronto? 1 St Thomas St is the place to be! Great 2,460 sq. ft. apt. + 200 sq. ft. terrace in the heart of Yorkville. 2 bdrms, 3 baths, 2 pkg., huge lock-er. Enjoy being close to Theatre, restaurants, shopping & much more!

Over the past 31 years Karen has been involved with companies relocating employees to the greater Toronto (& surrounding areas such as Aurora).

As a result, she has sold a number of properties in the Aurora area. karen is a top level achiever and recipient of the chairman &

vice-chairman awards for several years. If you are thinking of selling your home, she would be happy to meet with you to

discuss the benefits of working with a Chestnut Park Real Estate agent.


NobletonRenovated 2 storey, 4 bedroom home in high demand area in Nobleton. Pool size lot 132’ x 177’. Approx. 3000 sq ft with new custom kitchen with granite top & limestone �ooring. Brazilian cherry hardwood �oors throughout the main �oor &newer broadloom on the 2nd level. 3 car garages, new front patio with limestone. All new mechanicals.

NobletonYour own private oasis! Over 6500 sq ft. Stunning 4 bedroom home on a gorgeous landscaped corner lot. Beautifully appointed home that has been totally renovated with a �nish basement, solarium and salt water in ground pool & hot tub. Large chef’s kitchen with breakfast room, exquisite master suite with dressing room. Great home for entertaining.

$1,298,000

King CitySun drenched 2 storey home, with over 4000 sq ft living area. Huge pool size lot, 135’ x 281’. Gorgeous 4 bedroom home, master bdrm with w/I closet and ensuite, formal living & dining rooms, large gourmet kitchen with breakfast room & a walk out to a huge deck w/pergola. Finish lower level with home theatre & wet bar. Wired for sound throughout the home. Mins to GO station & hwy 400.

$1,288,888

King CityBeautifully appointed home on a huge pool size lot 162’ x 198’, gorgeously landscaped with total privacy. Excellent �oor plan, 4 large bedrooms, huge master suite with sitting room, formal living & dining rooms, family room w/�re-place, den & breezeway. Finish walk out lower level, with games room, rec room & more. Separate spa area. 3 car garages. Mins to GO station & hwy 400.

SOLD in 6 Days for 110% of list

SchombergGorgeous reno'd 3 bdrm. bungalow on 1 acre lot. Lrg. fam. rm. w/hdwd. �rs. & w/o to covered porch. Family size eat-in kit., formal DR w/FP, �n. bsmt., 2 car garage & barn. Ideal for small contractor.

$547,900

SOLD in 6 days for 98% of list

PottagevilleFirst time buyers or investors. Well maintained 3 + 1 bedroom home on a huge lot, 135’ x 100’ with separate workshop. This home o�ers gleaming hardwood �oors, main bathroom with marble �oors & walls, �nish basement with rec room, bedroom & bathroom all with marble �oors. Walk out from kitchen to a large deck.

Only $428,900

King CityBeautifully restored 1860 stone church with 23’ ceiling in the great room with curved beams and 8 huge gothic windows. Original 8” baseboards, 6” plank �oors and a gorgeous stone �replace with wood mantel. The 1994 addition features a designer kitchen with a large breakfast room and a walk out to a beautiful landscaped backyard with gazebo. This special property also boasts a 1 bdrm guest home and a 2 car garage with a workshop.

$1,095,000

King CityStunning 6 bedroom bungalow on a 2 acre lot. Open concept design. Grand foyer with waterfall, marble �oors and iron rails. Formal living room with cathedral ceiling, family room with �replace and the kitchen with large breakfast room with a walk out to a deck. 6 new bathrooms. Finish lower level with rec room & 2 bedrooms. The 5 car garage is heated & insulated and tankless water heater.

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