DECEMBER | 2017 | WATERFRONT EDITION
LIVE
A REAL ESTATE MAGAZINE
Feature Listing
16 GARDEN GATE
A waterfront estate opportunity with endless possibilities
Details Inside
Everyone deserves the extraordinary, because luxury is not about price point, it's about an experience. And when it comes to real estate, experience matters.
SOTHEBYSREALTY.CA
MMXVI Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC. All Rights Reserved. Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC An Equal Opportunity Company. Equal Housing Opportunity. Sotheby's International Realty Canada. Brokerage. Real Estate Agency. Independently Owned & Operated
R E A L
E S T A T E
T I P S
| S O T H E B Y S R E A L T Y . C A
5 things to consider when buying a waterfront property In storms or sunshine, fresh water or coastal, relaxing inside or enjoying the breeze rippling in off the water on a dock, there is nothing that can match the feeling of a home on the waterfront. Whether it’s your retirement dream, vacation spot, or your primary residence, there are a few caveats that can come with the purchase of waterfront property, but they’re worth working through. Here’s what you need to know before settling on the shoreline WATER NOT INCLUDED
By law, bodies of water are not considered a part of private property in Canada. Your ownership rests between the upland and aquatic land at the normal high water mark, or the high tide mark in coastal locations. Of course, this barrier line can vary year to year, so if you’re after a sprawling home on a craggy, mountainous shoreline, it’s best to bring in a surveyor to access the perimeter prior to purchase. TO DOCK, OR NOT TO DOCK
Looking to dock your sailboat next to your modern waterfront property? If you’d like to set up a dock for boating or relaxing, make sure to follow protocols. Materials, building method, and size are all subject to approvals from provincial or federal agencies. Review guidelines from your province’s Ministry of Natural Resources and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, and familiarize yourself with changes to the Navigable Waters Protection Act (regulated by Transport Canada) to start. You’ll also want to look over zoning bylaws (which will vary by municipality) to better understand dock size and coverage potential. In some cases, you may only be able to upkeep an existing structure instead of building a new one. page
3
sSHELTER FROM THE STORM In storms or sunshine, fresh water or coastal, relaxing inside or enjoying the breeze rippling in off the water on a dock, there is nothing that can match the feeling of a home on the waterfront. Whether it’s your retirement dream, vacation spot, or your primary residence, there are a few caveats that can come with the purchase of waterfront property, but they’re worth working through. Here’s what you need to know before settling on the shoreline
UPKEEP CONSIDERATIONS While some of the dryer areas of the country may be incorporating humidifiers into their new builds or renos, excessive moisture from large bodies of water can take its toll on even the most structurally sound estates. Consider your maintenance and groundwork load and speak to neighbours about the effects of annual weather or salt water.
ALL ARE WELCOME Natural waterways through your grounds or near the property may be considered public property. Shorelines may also be considered public land by the government, so in some cases fencing and certain builds are not allowed. Waterfront property owners know the serenity that comes from sunsets reflected over lakes, spotting sea life in the distance, or just listening to the sounds of nature is well worth the due process to realize the dream.
page
4
ANNAOLIVER.CA
WELCOME HOME TO
GARDEN GATE A LISTING BY ANNA OLIVER & SARA HAMILTON
16 Garden Gate
7 Garden Gate
13 Garden Gate
20 Garden Gate
A rare offering of 4 adjoining lots for sale. page
5
ANNAOLIVER.CA
Do you dream of one day spending your summers in your very own waterfront family retreat? Picture sunny summer afternoons watching the kids splash in the water, Sunday barbecues with friends and quiet evenings overlooking Lake Simcoe from your private summer home while the ones you love most occupy their own places just steps away. Maybe you want to leave the hustle and bustle of the city and make your new home somewhere decadent, but discrete. This lot arrangement offers a unique opportunity to make the most of your privacy without sacrificing convenience. You could be waking up every morning to sparkling water as you sip your coffee on your European verandah, and still be just a little over an hour away from the office! Take the boat to dinner anywhere along the shores of Lake Simcoe and be back in your home office by the time for the evening news. Perhaps you're just dreaming of creating something spectacular to make the most of your investment dollars. This is your perfect opportunity to develop a small, exclusive enclave of luxury residences or summer homes. A small boutique hotel perhaps? Maybe you've dreamed of your own waterfront resort style property with rentable cottages and a lake view that goes on forever. This property may allow the use you're looking for to make that plan a reality.
page
6
20 Garden Gate [ 290 feet x 75 feet ] WATERFRONT LOT
page
7
- 08-
20 Garden Gate, is a stunning, flat, fenced waterfront lot that is ready to build! Measuring approximately 290 feet deep with 75 feet of waterfront, this lot was formerly home to an early century residence, approximately 1800 square feet. Currently home to a custom dock, boat lift and walk-in beach area at the water. Now beautifully fenced, cleared and reconditioned to offer a flawless blank canvas to bring your cottage vision to life.
page
8
3 Garden Gate [ 143 feet x 103 feet VACANT LOT
page
9
- 08-
3 Garden Gate offers an adorable space to put an adorable place. This lot measures 143 feet deep and 103 feet wide! Now also cleared and levelled, this property originally accommodated a large 4 bedroom lake-style bungalow and full 2 car garage with plenty of space to spare. This could house a new residence or private cottage with a water view from the 2nd floor, or a central space for park facilities, fire pit and recreation area for your compound. Professionally landscaped and beautified, it's ready to go as your next construction project, or keep as an expansive green space.
page
10
- 08- - 08-
7 Garden Gate [ 143 feet x 103 feet ] WORKSHOP LOT
page
11
7 Garden Gate is a cool car lover's paradise! This custom- built 4 car garage and workshop was built to house the owner's collection. Extra high ceilings, great lighting. 4 roll up doors with openers, bathroom facilities, water and electric. Fully finished interior including heat for year round enjoyment. Neat and tidy gravel drive, exterior lighting and professionally landscaped. Delightful open view lot, just far enough that they won't hear your engine roaring, but close enough to be on time for dinner. Maybe you need a workshop to house your business, or store and maintain machinery. Not a car lover? That's ok! This building could be converted to offer a lot of options! How about adding a second floor garret house? With the current structure offering a footprint of almost 1300 square feet, you could have an AMAZING upper level apartment suite with vaulted ceilings and private entrance that has two or even three bedrooms and still keep the garage for parking. Maybe you want 2 suites to rent out, or to offer to guests. Get rid of the garage doors and add a few windows and you're ready to convert the main level to it's own 1300 square foot suite apartment with 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms too! Maybe a couple of your kids are more condo than cottage. They could still bring the grandkids every weekend if they had a chic, modern space to lay their head, but keep you close for fun family memories. Outside the box thinking? Convert the garage bays to efficient summertime guest suites. You could potentially have 3-4 sweet little suites with private baths and each their own walkout from one side. Think summer wedding guests, B & B patrons or family reunion sleepovers. (Uses or permitted construction not warrantied, just one of our visions for the space. Buyer must confirm any and all plans with the Municipality) - 05-
page
12
16
GARDENÂ GATE
page
13
FINALLY THE JEWEL OF THIS LISTING AT 16 GARDEN GATE RD. THIS CUSTOM BUILT 3167 SQUARE FOOT BUNGALOW WAS A DREAM BROUGHT TO LIFE FOR A MEMBER OF THE BULGARIAN ROYAL FAMILY AS THEIR RETIREMENT RESIDENCE. THEY MADE THEIR HOME HERE AFTER PURCHASING THE PROPERTY IN 1989, WHERE THEY ENJOYED A TRANQUIL, YET LAVISH LIFESTYLE ENTERTAINING DIGNITARIES, FOREIGN NOTABLES AND FAMILY AND FRIENDS ALIKE. This lot is the centrepiece of the offering with a depth of 292 feet and an impressive lakefront expanse of 132 feet of shoreline. Access through a private gate with intercom calling system, you glide up the artfully interlocked drive and roundabout to both formal and casual entrances and 2 car attached garage. Irregularly shaped to take advantage of every inch of green possible, the lot is professionally landscaped, treed and maintained. The residence itself is an impressive 3167 square feet on the main floor, and a 3000 square foot lower level.
PAGE 21 page
14
The sunken formal foyer offers double closets on both sides and a large guest water closet, with widespread steps leading to the entrance hall. To the right you'll find the master suite, with private walkout to the European inspired verandah, private 5 piece ensuite bath and wall to wall closets for storage galore. The 2nd bedroom overlooks the rolling front lawn and features it's own private bath as well. Access to the finished 2 car garage with back door to the garden can also be found in this end of the house, along with a more casual entrance and foyer with substantial closet space that is large enough to accommodate a full sized washer & dryer suite on the main level.
PAGE 21 page
15
PAGE 21 page
16
Directly ahead of the entrance hall is the heart of the house where meals and memories were made. This Italian sleek profile kitchen has custom cabinetry and built-ins spanning both sides, and an excellently arranged action space with cook's range, over range micro and fridge, with a large u shaped centre island for great workspace while you create in the kitchen. The far end of the attached breakfast area offers water PAGE 21 views from side to side with a walkout to the terrace, yard and waterfront.
page
17
On the far left side of this beautiful home you'll find an absolutely perfect entertaining space. Large dining area that can house a formal dining suite maintains an open feel. Detailed hardwood flooring follows through to the big and bright living room where your guests can mingle or step out onto the terrace for a breath of night air. Next you'll find the formal family room with cozy wood fireplace, hardwood floors, and your private library with french doors and windows overlooking front and side yards. Convert the family room and office space to a main floor private suite, second master retreat or perhaps another 2 bedrooms with a Jack-and-Jill bath for kids, guests, or in-law space..
PAGE 21 page
18
page
19
PAGE 21
PAGE 21 page
20
Back in the entrance hall, you'll find a beautiful Scarlett O'Hara staircase leading you elegantly to the lower level that is certain to impress. Almost as spacious as the main floor this fully finished level features hard wood floors, a large open concept great room and lower foyer with storage, an enormous demi-master and large second bedroom with semi-ensuite bath. We're thinking personal fitness room, guest space or nanny's quarters. Walk out again from the great room to the patio and back yard. A full sized kitchen with substantial cabinetry offers a lot of choices for the next owner. Keep it for extended family, rent it out like an apartment, use it as a B&B host space, or turn it into an entertainer's dream. Picture granite counters and artful lighting in your personal wet bar and convert the open concept dining to an impressive games room. High ceilings ideal for excellent acoustics for your party's musical accompaniment. Another full family room with fireplace and additional personal office can also be found on this level that could potentially be 2 more bedrooms or even more space to entertain, as well as an impressive cantina for foodies, or convert to personal wine cellar for you collectors
PAGE 21
page
21
Currently designed and decorated to suit the taste and lifestyle of the owners, this house offers timeless features like fireplaces, hardwood floors and walls off windows and walkouts to take full advantage of the beauty of lakefront living. Move in asis or redesign for a one of a kind, spectacular personalized waterside residence that tells your own story. The main floor offers walkouts from everywhere to a breathtaking verandah that spans the width of the house.
IF THE HOUSE IS THE HEART, THEN THE WATERFRONT IS SURELY THE SOUL. IN ADDITION TO THE 75 FEET OF WATERFRONT THAT COMES WITH LOT 20, THE MAIN RESIDENCE MAINTAINS A PERSONAL WATERFRONT OF 132 FEET! PRISTINE ROLLING GREEN LAWS, INTERLOCKED PATIOS AND ADORABLE GARDEN GATE ARE THE STARS OF THE BACK VIEW OF THIS RESIDENCE. STROLL TO YOUR OWN PERSONAL DOCK, BOAT LIFT AND SWIM IN THE CLEAN, COOL WATERS OF LAKE SIMCOE PAGE 21 page
22
page
“IF THERE IS MAGIC ON THIS PLANET, IT IS CONTAINED IN WATER.”
23
LOREN EISELEY
Together, these 4 lots combine to create an absolutely endless amount of possibilities. Offered for sale collectively
page
24
page
25
Just 3 minutes from the town of Beaverton, and walking distance to Cedarhurst Golf Club, this offering on the waterfront on Lake Simcoe is enviably located to offer a rare traffic-easy cottage country commute and sublime boating, all situated in this uncommon cluster of four lots on exclusive Garden Gate Road.
GET TO KNOW BEAVERTON BROCK TOWNSHIP page
26
Above Brock's Big Bite - August in Downtown Beaverton.
With maple trees, massive evergreens, clear lakes, and quaint towns, central Ontario reveals vistas and experiences that are quintessentially Canadian. Weekend after weekend, people escape from nearby cities to wake up to the call of the loon and to dive into their favourite lakes. Due to its slower pace, fresh air, picturesque scenery and proximity to urban centres like Toronto, this is one of the most coveted real estate markets in Ontario.
A "YEAR ROUND HOLIDAY COMMUNITY ON THE SHORES OF LAKE SIMCOE" - BEAVERTON DISTRICT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MINUTES
60 FROM TORONTO
BEAVERTON . BROCK TOWNSHIP . DURHAM COUNTY
Annual Ice Fishing competition Fishing & boat tours Thorah Garden Island Farms Tour Strawberry picking Paddle boarding Brock Bites street festival Santa Claus parade Canoeing Kayaking +++
Hiking & Forest adventures Beaverton winter carnival Beaverton Fall fair Canada day celebrations Summer Antiques Show Town and Country Summer House Tour Spa Retreats B & B and cottage rentals Great local shopping & dining +++
page
27