Curb Appeal YORK REGION NORTH - December 2016

ISSUE 12•2016

York Region North

Cover Home Provided By:

Anita Kotsovos Sales Representative

See PAGE 2 for details on this and other great properties

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A nitA Kotsovos REAL ESTATE SALES REPRESENTATIVE

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akotsovos @ trebnet.com www. AnitaKotsovos.com

Over 30 years of award-winning real estate experience!

I would like to take this opportunity to say Thank You very much to my past and present clients for your valued business and for the joy of working with you and your families.

I wish you all a wonderful Christmas and Holiday Season and all the very best for 2017!

RARE COURT LOCATION IN SHARON

FABULOUS NEW COPPER HILLS LISTING!

Elegant and well designed 5 bedroom, 6 bathroom Executive home with separate nanny suite over 3 car garage! Fabulous private treed south facing ½ acre lot with inground pool! Open concept kitchen and family room, spacious principal rooms, plus wonderful finished walkout basement!

Over $100,000 of luxurious upgrades and top of the line finishes in this exquisitely decorated modern spacious home! 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms on 2nd level, elegant dark hardwood, wrought iron railings, quartz and S/S appliances in kitchen and wonderful landscaped gardens and interlock walkways/patio!

HOT NEW SHARON LISTING!

FANTASTIC 5.9 ACRE BUILDING LOT!

$1,299,000

$1,150,000

$1,688,000

Amazing 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom executive home on ½ acre lot with 3 car garage & beautiful inground saltwater pool! Fabulous renovated kitchen with granite & S/S appliances, hardwood floors on both levels + wonderful finished rec room & exercise room! 2 renovated baths upstairs + modern 2 piece main level! Hurry in for this one!

$1,379,000

Amazing rare opportunity to own and build your dream home on this spectacular 5.9 acre building lot nestled amongst million dollar estate homes on quiet dead end court in East Gwillimbury, minutes to all 404, shops and amenities! Can buy vacant lot or will build to suit for you!

GORGEOUS STONEHAVEN HOME WITH POOL!

HOT EXECUTIVE RENTAL WITH POOL!

$1,359,000

$3,400/MTH + UTILITES

Fabulous floorplan! Stunning renovated kitchen with brand new S/S appliances & greenhouse style breakfast area, walkout to private deck & fabulous inground pool!

Hardwood floors, extra large main floor family room with fireplace! 4 large bedrooms with huge master features 5 piece ensuite & WICC! Bonus finished rec room & exercise room too!

Amazing renovated home with approx.. 4,300 sq ft living space in prestigious Sharon!! 4 + 1 spacious bedrooms, 4 modern baths, stunning renovatd gourmet kitchen with S/S appliances & granite, main floor office & laundry, plus fabulous finished basement with 5th bedroom, rec room with fireplace, bath & walkout to inground saltwater pool! WOW!

WONDERFUL SHARON RENTAL PROPERTY!

JUST LISTED - SUPER NICE SHARON RENTAL!

$2,200/MTH + UTILITIES

$1,790/MTH + UTILITIES

Lovely 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom 2 storey home backing onto private forest!

Spacious 3 car garage, main floor laundry & office, large eat-in kitchen plus big familly room with fireplace & extra spacious open concept living / dining rooms! Available for quick occupancy!

www.AnitaKotsovos.com

Do not miss this lovely detached 2 bedroom plus office renovated bungalow on 50 x 144 foot lot with newly renovatedd kitchen & modern bath, new windows, great newly finished rec room in basement plus 1 car garage all just minutes to shops, 404 & GO train! Call Anita for details!

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519-927-5829 (direct) mary@maryklein.com Kelly Klein & Kaitlan Klein - sales representatives GROUP

SUTTON GROUP - CENTRAL REALTY INC., BROKERAGE

INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED

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SPECTACULAR SETTING 20 ACRES WITH 2 HOMES AND SPRING FED POND An enchanted private setting on 20 plus acres with deep spring fed pond, stream, screened-in boat house and forest with trails. A 3,129 square foot, 3 plus 2 bedroom, brick bungalow (1975) has finished basement plus many custom built-in cabinets, pegged oak hardwood floors, beamed cathedral ceiling in living room with fireplace and amazing heated solarium with walkout to a deck. The 2 bedroom log cabin dwelling is filled with character and has an open concept living room and kitchen with a stone fireplace and lower recreation room. Both houses have metal roofs and separate metering for heat and hydro. Property qualifies for Managed Forestry Program and major tax reduction for 2017. Only 90 minutes northwest of Toronto. Great commuting location to all areas.

See our drone tour at www.maryklein.com $1,048,900

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MELANCTHON - 9.2 ACRES List price $998,900

MONO MILLS List price $848,900

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May your holidays be filled with the spirit of giving, of sharing memorable meals and good times with friends and family, and may your New Year be one of good health and much happiness.

Thanking all of our clients for your continued loyalty and support! Happy Holidays!

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PRESIDENT James BAKER james@thnmedia.com SENIOR V.P. DIGITAL MARKETING Mike JEAN mike@thnmedia.com CREATIVE DIRECTOR Jason STACEY jason@thnmedia.com

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ADVERTISING SALES Weng NG weng@thnmedia.com CREATIVE PRODUCTION Tim FRANKIW tim@thnmedia.com Dereck ADDIE dereck@thnmedia.com

LEARN THE PERFECT

WINE PAIRINGS FOR

HOLIDAY FOODS

VIDEOGRAPHER Nakita KRUCKER nakita@thnmedia.com ADMINISTRATION Diana LYNAS diana@thnmedia.com

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DELIGHT WITH A PEPPERMINT

CANDY CANE DESSERT 4

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food recipe

Peppermint Delight with a

CANDY CANE DESSERT W P eppermint candy cane could be the official taste of Christmas. For added whimsy, add a sprig of holly and a bow to make this dessert look like a festive wreath. >>>

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CandyCANE

PAVLOVA

SERVES: 8

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

• 6 egg whites

• Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Trace a 10 inch (25 cm) circle with a marker on the parchment, then add a 4 inch (10 cm) inner circle. When marker dries, flip it over so that the marked side is facing down.

• 1 3/4 cups (425 mL) granulated sugar • 1 tsp (5 mL) white vinegar • 1 tsp (5 mL) cornstarch • 2 cups (500 mL) whipping cream • 3 tbsp (45 mL) granulated sugar • 1/4 tsp (1mL) peppermint extract (optional) • 12 to 15 mini candy canes (about 100 g) • Dark chocolate curls

• Whisk egg whites using an electric mixer until foamy. With mixer running, gradually add sugar. Increase speed to high and whisk until egg whites are glossy, thick, and hold stiff peaks; about 4 to 7 minutes. Stir vinegar with cornstarch until smooth. Whisk into egg whites.

• Spoon mixture onto prepared sheet following the marker lines to create a wreath. Use the back of a large spoon to create indentations for the whipped cream.

• Place pan in the oven and reduce temperature to 250°F (120°C). Bake 90 minutes or until meringue is golden and cooked through. Let cool completely.

• Using an electric mixer on high, whip cream with sugar and peppermint until it forms soft peaks. Spoon into indentations in meringue. Roughly crack 4 candy canes into large pieces and sprinkle over whipped cream, then place 8 whole ones evenly apart so each serving gets a candy cane.

• Find more delicious holiday recipes at www.walmart.ca/recipecentre. THN www.newscanada.com

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Call today for a Complimentary Market Analysis!

Sean Anderson, Broker seananderson@remaxinthehills.com

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905-584-0234 519-942-0234

Chris P. Richie* Broker of Record/Owner chris@remaxinthehills.com Philip Albin, Broker phil@remaxinthehills.com

1-888-667-8299

Jennifer Unger Sales Representative jenunger@remaxinthehills.com

Dale Poremba Sales Representative dale@remaxinthehills.com

www.remax-inthehills-on.com Our agents have overover 50 years of combined experience at your Caledon, Mono,Mono, Adjala Adjala and surrounding areas. areas OurAward AwardWinning Winning agents have 50 years of combined experience at service! your service!

Caledon, and surrounding

Merry Christmas &

UNPRECEDENTED OPPORTUNITY Approx 98.8 acres ear-marked for development as it is adjoining residential & light commercial lands and the Town of Orangeville. Town planners have indicated the rezoning as well. Existing older home & barn in good condition. Great rolling lands with views towards Island Lake to the west. Perhaps the next large parcel for development in the Orangeville/Mono corridor. Don't wait. $8,000,000

COUNTRY DREAM COME TRUE 86 plus acres with 2 road frontages. Entirely upgraded home with nothing left undone. Amazing woodwork, trim & ceiling detail. Modern bathrooms and gourmet kitchen with granite. 3rd floor bonus room. This restoration is sure to make the fussiest buyer “house proud�. Large barn, needs repair but good possibilities. Property currently farmed, has horses and electric fencing. Mono. $919,000

INVESTMENT - INCOME

INVESTMENT PROPERTY - 54.5 ACRES

Large, almost 50 acre, parcel in prime area adjoining golf course. Fronting two roads including Highway 9 with two bungalow homes. Perfect for a large family or rental possibilities. Gentle rolling lands. On the edge of Orangeville/Mono. $4,999,000

Large Highway 9 frontage across from several commercial properties and car lots.

Existing old home in need of significant updating plus a metal storage building. Neither deemed of value. The opportunity, the seller sees is in the land. Caledon. $2,250,000

RE/MAX Club Awards are presented annually. They're based on achievement levels in gross commission.

DIAMOND CLUB - $1,000,000+, CHAIRMAN'S CLUB - $500,000-$749,999, CIRCLE OF LEGENDS - Career award recognizing associates who have completed 10 years of service with RE/MAX and who have earned $10 million in commissions.

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It’s the MARKETING, the EXPOSURE, the RESULTS! Caledon, Mono, Adjala and surrounding areas.

& Happy New Year

24 ACRE CALEDON HIDEAWAY Park-like setting, very private and quiet country living! Impressive log home with towering ceilings, granite countertops, hardwood floors, sunroom and fully finished walkout lower level that is open and doesn’t feel like a basement. Oversized detached garage/workshop. Wonderful trails through the forest. A real sanctuary. $1,695,000

LUXURIOUS MONO RETREAT 10 plus acre country estate with backyard oasis. Brick and stone bungaloft with high-end finishes. Open concept living, perfect for entertaining. 4 plus 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. Finished walkout lower level with full home theatre. Nanny/In-law loft suite above 4 car garage. Sparkling inground pool, pond with waterfall feature, large fire pit and more. $1,800,000

COZY RIVERFRONT BUNGALOW Mature treed ravine setting with a large swath of the Credit River running through. Approximately 1/2 acre lot backing onto wild pasture. Central great room, open concept kitchen. Just a short walk to historic Melville. Minutes to shopping, restaurants and golf course. A nature lover's downsizing dream. Caledon. $599,000

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the Perfect LEARN

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On top of buying presents for everyone and preparing the feast,

choosing which wines to serve at your holiday party can be overwhelming.

Chances are you don't have a personal sommelier at your side to suggest pairings with your favourite turkey recipe. Fortunately, Jane Masters, master of wine offers a few simple insider tips for achieving an expert pairing with every meal.

F O R S A LT Y A P P E T I Z E R S ...

Sparkling wines pair fairly well with salty dishes, so feel free to serve your favourite with an assortment of hors d'oeuvres. “Good sparkling wines are made in many places, with Prosecco from Italy and Spanish Cava being affordable alternatives to champagne. Other great options are sparkling wines produced in other regions of France, such as Alsace, Burgundy and the Loire,� says Masters.

FOR SEAFOOD A P P E T I Z E R S ...

Seafood appetizers like oysters or smoked salmon call for zippy wines, especially when they're served with tangy dressings. To match that, any Sauvignon Blanc from France or New Zealand should do the trick. You can also go with a lesser-known but equally lively Verdejo from Spain. >>>

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F O R T U R K E Y ...

As a white meat, turkey should call for white wine. But its relative neutral taste makes for a blank canvas. So the ideal pairing will mostly depend upon the accompaniments, especially the sauce.

“I think about the FLAVOURS, their INTENSITY, and the TEXTURE of the dish,” says Masters.

“Strong meats and sauces go well with robust red wines while lighter dishes pair better with lighter reds or whites. But there are no hard and fast rules - it comes down to personal tastes and sometimes you can be surprised by unusual combinations.”

F O R D E S S E R T ...

“You can't go wrong with a classic PORT or a Southern French dessert wine like SAUTERNES or MONBAZILLAC,” Masters recommends.

Want to learn more about food and wine pairing? As part of their wine club membership benefits, Opimian offers the services of a wine concierge. Available via phone or email, this wine expert can help with pairing inquiries among other things so you'll never have to worry about which wine to serve at your next gathering.

Find more information at opimian.ca. THN www.newscanada.com

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F R O M O U R H O M E TO YO U R S

Happy Holidays

From Left to Right. (Back Row) Dereck ADDIE, Tim FRANKIW, Jason STACEY, David JOUBARNE, Shirley RADEBACH, Mike JEAN, James BAKER, Marianne KENNEDY, Vaughn JOSEPH, Weng NG (Front Row) Nakita KRUCKER, Diana LYNAS, Cathi KREWICKI, Susan GIBBINS. Photo Provided by Sanborg Productions.

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989,000

6 7 J E W E LW I N G C O U R T , B R A D F O R D

Incredible 3150 sq ft 3 year new executive home on one of the largest lots in subdivision, on a quiet court!

Thousands in upgrades: gorgeous hardwood floors, huge fully fenced yard, 3 bathrooms on 2nd level, main floor office, fabulous open concept main floor family room with two-way fireplace & built-in shelves plus 2nd floor fam room too! Stunning upgraded gourmet kitchen with large island, pantry & walkout to beautiful spacious interlock patio & sunny west facing yard!

See Anita Kotsovos’ ad on the INSIDE FRONT COVER for details on this and other great properties.

Kleinburg

Weston Downs

Stunning custom estate home on a pool sized lot, on The Boulevard in prestigious Kleinburg.

Offered at $3,600,000 www.29AutumnWindCrt.com

Magnificent and traditional luxury estate home, with 10,000 sq ft of living space on a 1/2 acre lot.

Offered at $3,688,000

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Weston Downs Offered at $4,988,000

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Upgraded home with a new custom kitchen and a stunning backyard, on a coveted and quiet cul-de-sac in West Woodbridge.

Toronto

Offered at $998,800

Offered at $364,900

Daryl King

Sales Representative

HELPING YOU IS WHAT WE DO! INQUIRE

LUXURIOUS GATED COUNTRY ESTATE

Inspired by the glorious English countryside manors and designed by renowed architect Lorne Rose, it’s a design and craftmanship masterpiece. Exquisitely furnished interior includes a piano conservatory, Louis Vuitton tent/studio, guest cottage, cellar with tasting room and much more.

$4,800,000

SENSATIONAL CUSTOM BUILT ESTATE

Magnificent 12,000 square foot custom estate on 5 acres in prestigious King Township. Well appointed rooms with luxurious finishes including spacious bedrooms with ensuites, master retreat with walkout balcony and fireplace, a theatre room, multiple walkouts... A must see home!

INQUIRE

HOUSE OF THE HILL

Modern and unique architectural masterpiece of 5,000 square feet of living space perched on a hilltop cocooned in Humber Valley forested and green area. Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright’s design with breathtaking views from every room. Situated at Langstaff and Islington.

$5,590,000

MUSKOKA INSPIRED MANSION

Custom designed home filled with desired luxuyr lifestyle item in 20,000 square feet of living space on 2.72 acres in prestigious Fairfield Estates. Features 12 car garage with washing centre, cutting edge Creston Home Technology, indoor ice hockey rink, a spectacualer gourmet kitchen and more.

$3,198,000

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SPECTACULAR 8,000 SQUARE FOOT CUSTOM MANSION

Built with highest level of craftsmanship in prestigious South Richvale in Richmond Hill. Luxurious and elegant rooms and features including a designer kitchen with 23 foot floor to ceiling windows overlooking backyard, 8 car underground garage and 4 car garage with car lift. A must see!

GORGEOUS CUSTOM HOME

Custom estate home nestled on 1.47 acres backing onto conservation. Luxurious features with soaring ceilings and large windows. Open concept living, dining and kitchen with walkout to stunning backyard. Professionally finished basement with rec room and gym. Major Mac and Pine Valley.

*The Daryl King Team consists of 43 Registered Sales Representatives. ** For Royal LePage Your Community Realty Inc., Brokerage based on real estate sales in 2014. *** Based on real estate Sales in 2014.