Homefinder Brockville and Leeds & Grenville: November 21st to December 5th, 2013

Vol. 2, #55

Jon LaBrash Sales Representative

November 22 - December 6

Office: 613-345-3664 www.jonlabrash.ca

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SALES

571 Rideau River Rd., Merrickville $379,900

$357,900 MLS®

Fantastic 7 yrs young backing onto trees 2500sf above grade + finished basement

Direct: 613-246-SOLD (7653) • Office: 1-866-345-3664 • www.lisamastin.com

Waterfront – Beautiful chalet style 3 bedroom home, cathedral ceilings throughout, 100 ft of river front, docks, private setting, 2-level deck w/hot tub, spacious kitchen & living rm!

MLS 884120

Direct: 613-769-9411

Office: 613-258-1990 • Toll Free: 1-866-447-1990 francine@jcis.ca • www.royallepagegale.com

3046 County Rd. 44, Spencerville $369,900

Restored, stunning stone home circa 1880 on 2.2 acres, park-like setting, unique 3 bedrm all in character with the old days with modern conveniences. Many updates MUST SEE MLS 878415

7152 County Rd. 15, North Augusta $199,900 Ideal for home business, 2 storey building 45ft x 30ft plus separate workshop appr0x 20’ x 24’, 10ft ceiling, 2nd floor 2 bedroom living quarters spacious throughout & nicely finished.

MLS 878553

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7726 Mill Pond Lane, Burritts Rapids $225,000 Excellent location, backing onto Brassils creek, park-like setting 3 bedroom brick bungalow, metal roof, lots of interior appeal plus fin. basement… Affordable don’t miss out!

MLS 882005

2405 Brouseville Rd., Spencerville $335,000

72 ACRE FARM – Log home set back from road, rolling land & private setting for this pioneer style home (1980), several log outbuildings, this is one of a kind…

Must be seen! MLS 890890

228 Wallace Street, Merrickville $398,500

Stunning 1769 sq.ft bungalow on 1.5 acre lot with lots of curb appeal, wrap-around veranda, open concept well designed floor plan with fully fin. basement. A must see call for appt.

MLS 886844

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OWNER HAS BEEN TRANSFERED!

1346 Millwood ave, Brockville 3+1 bed, 2 bath, AG pool.

$283,900 MLS

MLS # 08020200520323

November 22nd to December 6th, 2013

Independently owned and operated.

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10 Victoria ave., Brockville

1 commercial spot Possibility of 2 one bedroom apt., 1 bachelor, 2 room + board rooms to share, 1 bath. $324,900 MLS MLS # 080202004023700

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Pool!

1388 Flanders Road, Brockville 3+1 bed, 1.5 bath.

78 Murray Street 3 bed, 1 bath, many updates.

421 Jessup Street, Prescott 3 bed, 1.5 bath.

653 Duke Street, Prescott 4 bedrooms, 1 bath.

MLS # 080202005305400

MLS # 080201001030100

MLS # 070803003502200

MLS # 070801001521200

$269,900 MLS

$164,900 MLS

15 Frederick Street, Johnstown 3 bed, 1 bath.

$144,900 MLS

$189,900 MLS MLS # 070170102002701

15 Smiths Falls ave, Smiths Falls 2+1 bed, 1.5 bath Investment property.

6568 Roger Stevens Drive, Smiths Falls 3+1 bed, 1 bath 35 min to Ottawa, 5 min to Smiths Falls.

$134,900 MLS

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2164 County Road 22, 379 William Street, OPEN HOUSE! 134 Lake Street, Cardinal North, Gananoque SAT., NOVEMBER 30, Graham Lake 4 Bed, 1 full bath and 2 half 10:00-11:00PM 2+2 bed and 1 bath, 3 bed, 1 bath. baths, all appliances inclu- 25 Devil`s Door Rd, above ground pool and Sold “AS IS” ded, updated kitchen, baths Mallorytown generator on 1.58 acres. $149,900 MLS and paint. Move in ready.

4 bed, 2 bath. $159,900 MLS MLS # 070170101019100 $174,900 MLS ON 19 ACRES MLS # 080600001524500 MLS # 081400001534125

16 Elgin Street, South, Athens 3 bed, 1.5 bath.

$182,900 MLS

MLS # 081982102613800

$184,900 MLS

$99,999 MLS

MLS # 090403003510300

$109,900 MLS MLS # 090100002042400

MLS # 080600001515900

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125 Stewart Blvd., Brockville • Office: 613-342-9000 • Fax: 613-342-2933

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$75,000

1846 County Road 2 Rd, Brockville LARGE COMMERCIAL LOT in very high traffic visible location. Corner. Formerly Mr. Gas Pumps and Kiosk. GREAT opportunity. Major Thoroughfare just east of Brockville, Ontario.

LOT ONLY. MLS #834757

$257,000

4412 Lord Mills Road, Augusta

Raised ranch bungalow in rural setting.

15 ACRES cleared.3 + 1 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bath, Walk out Fully finished Basement, Custom Bar, 2 Car Garage, ONground pool and hottub, fenced and decked. Main Floor Laundry. Public Road. Close to all Highways. 45 Minutes to Brockville. Includes Gazebo, Generator, all appliances.

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10781 County Road 2, Iroquois Other listings

$157,500

235 Water St # 115, Prescott Waterfront 2 bedroom townhouse.

Completely renovated. Spacious kitchen.

PRESCOTT PLACE. Affordable condo fees at $285 mthly. Minutes to all the town's historical sites. MLS #880200

$146,900

919 Mackenzie Rd, Prescott Large 4 Bedroom Semi Detached Home.

All renovated. Beautiful finishings, and kitchen.

Must be seen. Large private yard. 45 Minutes to Ottawa. Close ot all amenities, including Shopping, marina, golf, downtown and churches. MLS #871406

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Lot 7 Conc 9 Branch Rd, Prescott...... $28,900 113 Churchill Rd, Prescott .................. $35,000 9 Tuttle Point, Prescott ...................... $109,900 991 Mackenzie Road, Prescott.......... $144,900 3716 County Road 2 Rd, Prescott .... $166,500 980 Mackenzie Road, Prescott.......... $174,000 10 Tuttle Point, Prescott .................... $179,900 26 Queen St, Chesterville.................. $179,900 545 Duke St, Prescott ........................ $209,000 10369 Hainsville Rd, Brinston........... $209,000 4412 Lord Mills Rd, Augusta............. $257,000 171 King St, Prescott......................... $349,900 9 Adley Dr, Brockville ........................ $369,900

November 22nd to December 6th, 2013

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227 RIDGEPARK PRIVATE, NEPEAN - $227,900

NEW LISTING

118 SIMCOE STREET, LONG SAULT - $194,900

Just in time for Christmas!! You could be in this welcoming 3+2 bedroom raised bungalow, in the charming village of Long Sault. This home is perfect for a family with a private back yard and across from the park. The main floor has a large kitchen, dining room, very spacious living room, 2 nice sized bedrooms and a larger master bedroom. The lower level has lots of natural light and has just been professionally finished with a wet certified wood stove, a large rec room, two more bedrooms and a second bathroom/laundry room. This home could be yours for christmas. Don't wait, call for a personal viewing.

15 LOYALIST CRESCENT, INGLESIDE - $334,900

This 3+3 bedroom is located on 3/4 of an acre lot, completely fenced in back yard. The back yard with loads of green space, large deck and 27' above ground pool. Large foyer, welcoming living room & dining room which leads to the four season sun room. The large eat in kitchen has built in appliances. The master bedroom has large walk in closet & full ensuite with soaker tub. Lower level has large family room with natural sunlight, 3 bedrooms, laundry and storage.

Upgrades shingles/2007, gas furnace & c/a 2010. The property is on well but could be hooked up to municipal.

2bdrm, 2bth, unit which was fully updated. Modern kitchen w/breakfast bar to DR. Large patio doors off the living area lead to a professionally finished fenced-in backyard all done in interlocking brick.

The basement was also professionally finished with a rec room and laundry area. Close to Merivale Mall, schools, resturants etc. Condo fees low at 271$/mth, hydro 60$/mth and Gas 70$/mth. An added bonus with this unit comes '2' parking spaces.

NEW PRICE

15104 COLONIAL DR., Unit 5, INGLESIDE - $45,400

16119 EAMER ROAD, SOUTH STORMONT - $199,700

Approx 64.47 acres of land mostly treed, with some cleared land for building a home. Long laneway in.

New septic system installed in 2009. A dug well with plenty of water. Hydro in place. There is a natural severance separating 2 parcels of land (old New York City railway). Many trails and an old gravel pit in back which could still produce some quality pit run. Main home needs extensive work.

Approx 20 acres of mixed hardwood bush.

MOTIVATED SELLER

6237 59TH AVENUE, LANCASTER - $249,000

Recently renovated 70' x 12' mobile home.

Amazing waterfront views off your upper level This 840ft home features new roof, windows, doors, balcony. This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom open concept siding 2009/2010, new floors in 2010/2012, new 4 season home has spacious rooms and great views kitchen 2012 new drywall living room/2012, freshly of lake st. Francis. A pellet stove in kitchen is used painted/2013, covered porch/2012, painted 2013, as main form of heat and baseboards as backup. sheds painted/2013, new gravel in driveway. Nicely A garage and boat lift with dock in canal for you to landscaped. Move in condition. Forced air oil, tank enjoy life on the water. Nicely landscaped yard. & furnace inspected 2012. Electrical Home is clean and modernly decorated. updated. Municipal water and septic.

What a great place to live. A must see.

3444 SUNNYVIEW AVE., CORNWALL - $310,000

Location! Location! Location! This contractor built home was built for himself in the heart of Rosedale Terrace.

The home boast gleaming hardwood floors on the main level, formal living room, large dining room, open concept eat in kitchen and family room. A convenient main floor laundry.

The second floor has 4 large bedrooms and the master bedroom has a walk in closet and a jacuzzi tub in the ensuite.

The back yard has a 32ft deck leading to a large back yard ready for your summer enjoyment. Don't miss out!

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Suite 111, 722 Pitt St., Cornwall Cell: 613.362.2305 Office: 613.938.3860 Fax: 613.933.3860 Toll-free: 866.938.3860 Email: moniquedrake@royallepage.ca www.moniquedrake.ca

Sales Rep.

15 Things You Shouldn’t Buy Used

Here’s information on why you shouldn’t buy those fifteen things used.

1. Helmets – In a crash, the thick foam inside a helmet costs run much higher for plasma screens and for more absorbs shock and protects your head. After a crash, the helmet may look fine, but it often has breaks or tears inside the foam. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons recommends replacing a helmet after any crash – even a minor one. Otherwise, the helmet might not protect you in the next crash.

2. Laptops – If you take great care of a laptop, it can last through years of heavy use – but you can’t know how someone else treats their stuff. Maybe they dropped it or spilled coffee on it. The laptop could work great at first, but break down after you take it home.

3. Video cameras – The same goes for video came-

ras. You may not see any visible damage, but it could have been dropped, exposed to water, or otherwise mistreated. Video cameras are costly to repair, so it isn’t worth buying one used.

4. Mattresses – A used mattress can come with a lot of extras you don’t want – dead skin cells, bacteria, hair, and every other gross thing you could imagine. It might also have bed bugs. Bed bugs live off human blood, leave itchy bite marks, and can cause skin infections. And they multiply: Females can deposit one to five eggs a day, and may lay 200 to 500 eggs in a lifetime. Under normal room temperatures and with an adequate food supply, they can live over 300 days. Bring a bed bug-infested mattress into your house, and you’ll pay a hefty fee to an exterminator.

5. Shoes – You need a good mattress and a good pair of

shoes – since you’re usually in one or the other. The problem is, those used shoes may have been great for the original owner, but they’ve conformed to his or her feet.

They might not be great for you. Used shoes that don’t fit just right can lead to feet or leg pain and back problems.

complicated issues. Even at the lower end, it may be more cost-effective to buy a new TV under warranty than a used one.

7. Hats – The inside of that hat could be brimming with

someone else’s dead skin, hair, or worse – lice. Head lice feed on blood and cause itchy and painful reactions in the scalp. The nearly invisible bugs also travel quickly onto other people and your stuff. Getting rid of lice requires two treatments of pesticides on everyone in the household. Then you’ll have to clean your bedding, linens, clothes, mattresses, and any other soft fabric in the house.

The treatment can take hours or days of hard work – all because you bought a cheap hat.

12. DVD players – DVD players often cost more to

repair than replace. For example, you take your DVD player to a repair shop because the DVDs wouldn’t load.

The repair shop tels you you’d need a new DVD drive tray. It would’ve cost $55 for the repair. You bought a new one for less.

8. Swimsuits – Swimsuits hug the body. The close 13. Stuffed animals – Children love to stick stuffed

contact can transmit bacteria and other diseases – which may transfer to you when you wear the suit. Swimsuits are also fragile. If the washing instructions aren’t followed, the straps might rip or the swimsuit might lose its shape. So you could be buying something that may fall apart after only a few uses.

animals into their mouths, dirt, and gooey substances.

Since the stuffed animal has a fabric surface, bacteria and dirt are absorbed in the fibers. Do you really want your child putting that teddy bear in his mouth if you don’t know where it’s been?

14. Blenders – Blenders are subject to loads of abuse.

9. Vacuums – Vacuums take a lot of wear and tear. (It can break trying to force-feed frozen strawberries and (Slamming it into the wall three times trying to reach some dog hair in the corner.) That can lead to costly repairs. Considering you can buy a new vacuum for under $100, it isn’t worth the risk to buy a used one.

10. Tires – Thin tread isn’t the only safety hazard for

tires – old and used tires can pose a safety risk. As tires age, they lose elasticity. As a result, the tread could separate from the tire, causing an accident. Even if the tire isn’t that old, it could have been treated poorly. Bottom line – you can’t tell a tire’s condition from the tread alone, so don’t buy a used one just because it looks good.

11. Software – Software comes with a product code, 6. Plasma and HDTVs – Old tube-style TVs held and most software manufacturers put a limit on the num-

up a lot better than modern flat-screens. While MSNBC says TVs cost an average of $500 to repair, the repair

used, you have no way of knowing how many times the product code has been used. For example, if the code has a three-time limit and the original owner used it twice, you’ll only be able to load the software onto one more computer before it’s no longer good.

ber of times you can reload it. When you buy software

ice through the blades.) Not to mention most blenders have not-always-invisible old bits of food stuck to the underside of the blades and in the blending bowl. Since you can buy a new blender pretty cheap – $25 for one at Target – the savings isn’t worth it for used ones.

15. Costume jewelry – Children and adult’s

costume jewelry can contain poisonous substances like nickel, cadmium, and lead. The problem was so prevalent that testing and subsequent legal action by the Center for Environmental Health in 2004 led to the recall of more than 150 million pieces of jewelry for kids.

While lead testing is stricter now for new products, the used costume pieces you’re buying may have lead or other chemicals.

Those are the 15 things you would never buy used.

For Movember, I will donate $100 per new listing or home sold

November 22nd to December 6th, 2013

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Beautiful split level condo in a fabulous Well established hardware store. setting! This home features open concept Offers all aspects needed; plumbing, kitchen/dining/living room on the main electrical, hardware, tools, paint, seasonal floor, then 2 great bedrooms items, kitchenware, propane refill station, and bathroom on the second level. giftware, sporting goods, lighting and Along with this comes in unit laundry fixtures, automotive, pet supplies, room as well as storage. electronics, cleaning supplies, Call today for detailed information! what more could you need?

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1114 GRAND AVENUE, CORNWALL

2590 CTY. RD. 7, CHESTERVILLE

Beautiful bungalow ideally suited for first time buyers or downsizing! This 2 bedroom home features an updated kitchen with formal dining room, living room and a rec room, workshop and a great storage shed. All this sits on a beautiful lot just on the outskirts of town. This home is move in ready with many renos and updates including new roof, front door and some windows, decks, 12x28 shed and gas furnace. Call today to view this great property and make it your new home.

NEW LISTING

15622 DIXON ROAD, LUNENBURG

Have you always dreamt of a home with a picket fence? This beautiful home features a huge country kitchen as the heart of the home, along with this a formal dining room and a large living room. Outside is a gardner`s oasis of beautiful flower beds and a pond. Then add a garage and greenhouse to the package.

Call today to view this property at it`s finest.

Tired of working for someone else?

This well established restaurant comes along with additional space for potential rental income.

Then as you head to the back, you will find a recently renovated 3 bedroom apartment. There is too much to detail here, call today for more info!

WANTED: Country bungalow with at least 2 acres and under 200K

13660 COULTHART ROAD, CHESTERVILLE

Beautiful 3+1 bedroom home sits on a quiet street close to all amenities. This home sits an a nice lot with room to relax in the back yard or head downstairs to the great family room.

44 FRONT STREET, FINCH

Call Hilda 613-913-0891

Great opportunity awaits! This 3 bedroom home with an in-law suite also has a separate 1 bedroom unit! The main home features a great family room, dining room and 3 bedrooms, the in-law is very spacious with separate entrance, then escape to the backyard with hot tub, beautiful pond and lots of room.

Hilda Buiting,

Sales Representative

111-722 Pitt Street Cornwall K6J 3R9

Office: 613-938-3860 Direct: 613-913-0891 www.performancerealty.com hildabuiting@royallepage.ca

Here are a few tips to let you find your ideal house in time for this Christmas Season.

1 Timing is Everything

Autumn shoppers usually find the bargains. Canadian summers and spring are house-buying season. Though during Fall season the selection may be smaller, the competition is also decreased leaving homeowners ready to negotiate.

5 Negotiate With Your Lender

Often, lenders will drop fees to ensure your business as the home buying market slows down in the fall. To be sure you’re getting the best deal, compare the rates of a few different lenders – at least three – then use the lower prices as a bargaining chip. Tell the lender what their competition is offering you to get the lowest deal possible. Be 2 Look for Motivated Sellers sure to do this before you house-hunt, as it tells the seller you’re Ask your real estate agent about helping you find an ideal home with serious about their home. a motivated seller. The more ready to sell their house, the more likely the seller is to negotiate and often accept lower offers. They are 6 Time Your Taxes Well frequently trying to sell before Christmas. Avoid those who seem to be Mortgage interest, property taxes, and points on your income tax only testing the market as they are more set on their price, and not return can be deducted from your tax return if you close your home desperate to sell. before, or on, December 31 of the year you’re selling. This can save you money to put towards the mortgage.

3 Keep an Eye Out for Price Reductions and Slow Sellers Homes that have been on the market since spring and summer are usually about to be reduced in price. Home sellers are more desperate to sell their home before Christmas, therefore willing to drop the price in order to do so. For more information on listings, check out our website at www.homefinderweekly.com 4 Consider Newly Built Homes

Builders need to clear out inventory by Christmas. This means that houses frequently will be discounted or include added incentives in order to sell the house before Christmas. Don’t wait too long, as these deals will drop when spring comes.

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You can transform some natural elements into a beautiful table Merry Mantel & Warm Nostalgia setting that will be the perfect accent to any of your holiday gathTo get into the holiday spirit, erings. Here are some tips to fill your home with holiday cheer fresh evergreen boughs interwithout breaking the bank. mingled with vibrant holly Mixed Medley branches are draped along Come Christmas, this family room mantel features an assortment of the living room mantel. A set vintage trinkets pulled together to create an enchanting display. Garland of decorative Christmas trees draped across the mantel and cheery plaid lampshades complete the look. ornamented with seasonal bows flank either side. DeliDon’t have an extra lamp to decorate? You can pick up a small lamp & cate white stockings adorned lampshade from a second-hand store. Spray-paint the base red & cover with red gingham bows bring the lampshade with a festive plaid material, add a little plaid or red rib- a cheerful presence to this bon along the top & bottom edges…and voila! basic white mantel.

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To add an extra touch of Christmas to the family room, red poinsettias During the holidays, ribbons, take the place of everyday coffee table accessories. As a finishing touch, evergreens, and presents give you can position the blooms inside small vintage bottles. the porch a festive makeover.

Here, a shutter from an old Sweet Treats chicken coop becomes a Red, green, and white candies (from the Bulk Barn) piled high in frame for a festive holiday attractive vintage glass jars make for a simple and inviting holiday wreath. An old kitchen chair, display. No vintage jars? You can use various sizes Mason jars. Add a painted red has a distressed red ribbon around one or two of the jars to create a festive look.. look of years gone by..

Delightful Display

You can use some small color-themed elements such as red gingham linens and decorative Christmas cupcake liners to create an easy transition for the holidays. Here, the contrasting red accents blend right in with the display of Blue Willow china.

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For a great Christmas table, you can use what you already own.

But how can you achieve this distressed, scuffed and scratched character look? It is easy and there are numerous techniques you can use to scruff up your piece. All you have to do is figure out which one suits your project best to make it a cherished family heirloom.

• After sanding your project piece, clean it thoroughly. Wipe off the sanding dust with a damp cloth. Heavy grime can be removed with a wire brush.

I like to mix everyday white dishware with small holiday accents • Give your piece a base coat – preferably in light beige, yellow or cream color. (red bowls, candles, etc) to create a place setting that is festive yet casual.

– Spread a few small red & silver tree ornaments on the table. A white • Once the paint is dry brush on a second, darker coat. ceramic pitcher filled with red flowers creates a cheerful centerpiece.

• Rub off most of the second coat before the paint has dried. You can You can add a couple of miniature Christmas trees (or a fresh evergreen leave bits of paint in the cracks and corners. Don’t hesitate to leave bough).. streaks and shadows either.

Want to add some “fake snow”? Here is a tip to create the • Allow the piece to dry completely. illusion of frosty snow on your Christmas trees or boughs.

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• 2 cups soap flakes

• 2/3 cups liquid starch

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• Combine the soap flakes and liquid starch in a mixing bowl.

• Add another coat of paint and repeat the last process, if you feel it needs even more appeal.

A few tips:

If you doubt your “faux painting” abilities, bargain shop at a junk-shop for a smaller test piece first. If it does not work out you have only lost some time and elbow grease.

You can add some extra distress by randomly bouncing metal chains or a ring with various keys over the surface. Scratches with coins and nails will increase that vintage look as well!

• Slowly add the water to the mixture and beat with an egg beater.

To get a different, perhaps more convincing aged-effect you can reveal The mixture will get thicker as you blend. bits and pieces of the original surface by extra sanding.

• Add a few drops of food coloring as you beat the mixture until you get a nice icy snow color.

Remember: you can use an oil-based paint over latex, but never latex • At this time you can also mix in some glitter if you'd like a sparkling over oil. Oil-based paints prevent other types of paint from sticking to them. snow look.

Use this mixture to paint the Christmas tree branches of your real or TIP: Avoid overcrowding a room with numerous Christmas artificial tree. You'll get a nice snow dusted look. décor ornaments. It is best to remove (and store) a regular item and replace it with a festive one. As well, remove a framed print in order to Vintage Details hang your favourite holiday scene. ~ After the holidays are over, pack Neatly tied together, evergreen and ribbon hang inside a kitchen away your decorations & return all regular items to their choice window. These bright red Christmas bells are one of the many oldlocation.. fashioned details that help give this home its old-world Christmas appeal.

Can’t find red bells? Grab some old black bells from an antique shop and spray-paint them red.

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