The Home News Magazine AURORA - JANUARY 2016

ISSUE 01 • 2016

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Aurora, Newmarket South, King City, Ballantrae, Nobleton, Schomberg & Whitchurch-Stouffville

This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:

Ana Santos Sales Representative

647.232.7317 asantos.ca

For more details on this cover home refer to Page 5

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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

PLATINUM

CHAIRMAN’S

AWARD

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A nitA Kotsovos

HALL OF

FAME

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

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akotsovos @ trebnet.com

Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage

www. AnitaKotsovos.com

Independently Owned and Operated

Over 30 years of award-winning real estate experience!

I wish all of my past and present clients a Happy and Prosperous New Year and all the very best for 2016!

SOME OF ANITA’S RECENT SOLD LISTINGS:

$1,380,000

1173 Secretariate Road NEWMARKET

$1,059,900 68 Arthur Hall SHARON

$924,900

3334 Holborne Road EAST GWILLIMBURY

$679,900

135 Glenway Circle NEWMARKET

$1,099,900

47 William Street SHARON

$1,088,800

706 Kingsmere Avenue NEWMARKET

$979,900

8 William Street SHARON

$799,900

16 William Street SHARON

$1,299,900

127 Ward Avenue SHARON

$998,900

88 Couture Gardens VAUGHAN

$939,900

75 Wellar Avenue KING

$749,000

3353 Mount Albert Road EAST GWILLIMBURY

$1,139,900

946 Damascus Court NEWMARKET

$949,900

40 Parnham Crescent SHARON

$969,900

104 Morton Avenue SHARON

$829,900

54 Delattaye Avenue AURORA

$1,150,000

16 Willow Wood SHARON

$929,900

25 Knotty Pine Trail MARKHAM

$956,800

16 Waymount Avenue RICHMOND HILL

$799,999

606 Gagnon Place NEWMARKET

Note: these are listing prices only – call Anita for sold prices.

www.AnitaKotsovos.com

$1,099,900

1027 Sir Ivor Court NEWMARKET

$999,900

904 Tegal Place NEWMARKET

$879,900

802 Lockwood Circle NEWMARKET

$649,900

6 French Crescent HOLLAND LANDING

Happy New Year

It’s a perfect time to say “Thank You” to all of those who have supported our Business over the years. We have developed great friendships and relationships while doing what we love to do! All the best in 2016!

$769,000

$529,900

COURT LOCATION - AURORA

Gorgeous 4+1 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom Aurora family home on quiet court location close to schools, amenities & transit! Finished basement with fireplace, wet bar, 3 piece bathroom & workshop for the handyman! Hardwood on main floor, various updates. Relax on the front porch or on the rear deck with sunny southern exposure!

SOLD!

GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD - AURORA

Delightful Townhome located on quiet “Circle” close to everything! Spacious great room open to kitchen featuring breakfast bar, quartz countertops, walkout to deck & fenced yard. Professionally finished basement features hand rubbed engineered flooring, pot lighting, walk-up bar and 2 piece bathroom.

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953323 7TH LINE, MONO, ON

Call today for an exclusive viewing of this stunning home.

CONTEMPORARY HOME SET ON 10 ACRE LOT Stunning contemporary retreat set on a private 10 Acre Lot amongst the rolling hills and river valley of the Mono/ Hockley Area. Enjoy Breathtaking Southern Views in This 4+1 Bedroom 5+1 Bath Retreat with almost 6000 square feet of living space. Features Include 10’ Ceilings, 2 Wood Burning Fireplaces, Bauhaus Custom Mahogany Entry Door. Open concept main floor enveloped in natural light boasts gleaming Oak Hardwood, gourmet chefs kitchen with large island and open concept living dining as well as guest bedroom featuring 5 piece Ensuite. Second level comprised of oversized Master with 5 piece Ensuite, walk-in closet and sitting area featuring private large balcony with sensational landscape views as well as two additional bedrooms featuring their own Ensuite and convenient second floor laundry. Extensive recreation room and Nanny/In-Law’s suite make up the lower level.

50 Minutes from Pearson. Spacious 3 Car attached garage. A True Four-Season Lifestyle. hockleymodern.com

Ana Santos S a l e s

R e p r e s e n tat i ve direct

647-232-7317 ana@asantos.ca

2271 Bloor Street West. Toronto. Ontario M6S 1P1 Office: 416-441-2888 ext. 796 • harveykalles.com

See Ana Santos’ ad on PAGE 14 for details on this and other great properties.

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CENTURY HOME IN STUNNING LOCATION

2,430 SF BUNGALOW ON 3/4 ACRE, VANDORF ESTATE

UNIQUE CIRCULAR HOME FULLY RENOVATED

Attention small business owners! Excellent exposure on Hwy 48 just north of Aurora Road! Property re-zoning in process. Charming home with stunning trimwork in the heart of Ballantrae. Many updates and renovations. Fin basement with high ceilings and sep entrance. Oversized detached two-car garage. Beautiful lot with mature trees and privacy. 15527Highway48.com

Bright and large rooms with hardwood on the main. Living room with w/o to large deck and private backyard. Family room with fireplace. Fin basement with sep entrance, rec room, kitch, wet bar, additional bed/office and workshop.

Steps to Vandorf Park (baseball, tennis, basketball/hockey and playground).

Mins to Aurora, Wal-Mart, Hwy 404, and all amenities. 14WestPark.com

Uniquely designed, fully renovated, circular home with centre staircase on 8.48 acres of mature trees. 4 bedroom, 4 bathrooms, 2 fireplaces, large domed skylight, two private driveways and fabulous forest views. Above grade basement enjoys private driveway and separate entrance.

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RENOVATED 2,450 SF HOME ON PRIVATE 1.81 ACRES

4 BEDROOM BUNGALOFT IN GOODWOOD

Spectacular kitchen with granite counter, built-in stainless steel appliances and breakfast area with walkout to back yard. Large master with 4 piece ensuite and walk-in closet, convenient main floor laundry, office with multiple arched windows and 3 car garage. Just minutes to Hwy 407 and 404 and all amenities.

30RidgeRoad.com

Beautifully renovated 4 bed family home in the prestigious Algonquin Forest enclave. Spectacular open concept main floor, exquisite kitchen with granite & w/o to gorgeous back yard with large deck, hot tub with pergola and separate fire pit area nestled in a tranquil forest setting. Crown moulding, updated baths, hardwood floor, new roof (2014) and finished basement. 7Algonquin.com

Exquisitely upgraded 2,877 sf bungaloft on almost one acre lot in desirable estate enclave. Chef’s designer kitchen with granite counter, island, breakfast bar & servery with wine fridge. Magnificent spacious vaulted ceiling family room with built-in cabinetry & gas fireplace. Main floor master with w/i closet and 5pc ensuite with soaker tub & separate glass shower. 23Goodwood.com

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4,779 SF DOUBLE HOME ON 45+ ACRES

BUNGALOW ON 1 ACRE IN BALLANTRAE WITH DETACHED GARAGE

14.89 ACRES, CEDAR VALLEY 4 LIVING SPACES

Custom built with unique layout, perfect for two families. Enjoy 2 eat-in kitchens, 7 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, 2 libraries, 2 laundry rooms, 8 baths, family room, dining room and main floor master suite with his & her walk-in closets and 5-pc ensuite. Private courtyard with beautiful gardens on 45.35 acres located near 404 expansion and all amenities. 23472Highway48.com

6,260 sq ft living space & 852 sq ft loft over separate garage enjoy 10ft ceilings, dream kitchen, 4+3 bedrooms, 9 baths, exquisite trim, cathedral ceiling great room with beams & separate entrance to finished basement. 6 garage spaces - 3 attached & 3 car det garage with separate entrance to loft with 3 offices, 3 piece bath & wet bars. Work from home & bring the in-laws! 5410Lakeshore.com

Enjoy stunning natural views on 14.89 acres with mature trees, and a pond. 7 bedrooms, 4 kitchens, multiple separate entrances and walkouts. Long private driveway. 2 road frontages. Unique layout perfect for in-law’s or income.

Recently renovated with new addition. Separate detached shed/garage.

Minutes to Highway 404 and Newmarket. 16414McCowan.com

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3,466 SF 4 BEDROOM IN RICHMOND HILL

STUNNING & SOPHISTICATED DESIGNERS OWN 6,282 SQ FT ESTATE

10 ACRE TREE FARM WITH 2,184 SQ FT BUNGALOW

Meticulously maintained 2-storey home on quiet crescent in a sought after South Richvale Richmond Hill. Ideal floor plan with a formal dining, living & family room, study and huge kitchen with eat-in and w/o to a great size backyard backing to a golf course. Renovated, spacious 2nd floor master and 2nd floor laundry. Close to Hwy 407 & #7 and all amenities. 150Cambridge.com

Boasting 2 master bedrooms, 2nd floor in-law apartment with separate entrance, professionally finished basement and ICF construction! All 5 bedrooms with new private bathrooms. Enjoy 10’ main and 9’ 2nd floor ceilings, butler’s servery, elegant trim, 2 storey family room and finished bright basement. 1.56 acres in prestigious Trail of the Woods. 4BlueRidgeTrail.com

Renovated bungalow with 3 car garage, fin bsmt with separate entrance inground pool & cabana, 32’ x 31’ heated & power workshop with 2 doors, 71’ x 39’ workshed with 7’ high doors & 48’ x 38’ work shed with 4’ high doors & 500+ evergreens ready for resale. On a prestigious sdrd overlooking Stouffville’s secondary plan.

Hello land bankers, business owners & estate lovers! . 6394Bethesda.com

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FUELING YOUR

NEW YEARS

GOALS “CREATING A SALAD BURSTING WITH SUPERFOODS IS ONE OF THE EASIEST WAYS TO

RECHARGE

AFTER A HECTIC AND SWE ETS-FILLED SEASON,” says Chef Cory Vitiello.

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he New Year is a time to reflect on the year behind us and plan for exciting months ahead. For many of us, it's a chance to re-evaluate our food choices and set new healthy goals. To help you kick start your resolutions and refuel after a season of indulgence, try adding superfoods to your everyday recipes.

“Combine your superfoods with a homemade dressing that uses nutrientrich Florida grapefruit to boost your salad's taste. Florida grapefruit is the juiciest at this time of year, so I try to add its bold flavour to every dish I can,” says Chef Cory Vitiello, a restaurateur and star in Food Network Canada's Chef in Your Ear. The salad recipe below created by Chef Vitiello is the perfect way to add superfoods and refreshing taste to your lunch or dinner, while keeping your New Year aspirations on track.

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FLORIDA GRAPEFRUIT SUPERFOOD SALAD

PREP TIME: 35 minutes SERVING SIZE: Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

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• Peel and cut the butternut squash into 1 inch pieces. Blanch in boiling water for about 4 minutes or until just tender. Drain, pat dry and set it aside until ready to use.

1 Butternut Squash 1 Cup organic Red Quinoa 2 Florida Grapefruit 1/2 Small Napa Cabbage 2 Cups Baby Romaine Leaves 1 Cucumber 1/2 Cup Goji Berries 1/2 Cup Hemp Hearts 1/4 Avocado

DRESSING

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1 Small Carrot 2 Green Onions 2 Tablespoons White Miso 100 mL fresh Florida Grapefruit Juice 1 Inch piece of peeled Ginger 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice 1 Tsp Salt 75 mL Olive Oil 75 mL Canola Oil

• In a small pot, bring 2 cups of lightly salted water to boil. Add the quinoa and turn heat down to medium. Cook the quinoa for 20 minutes or until the quinoa triples in size and becomes tender. Drain and set aside to cool.

• Combine all of the dressing ingredients in a blender and puree on the highest speed for several minutes until very smooth. This can be done a day in advance and held in the refrigerator.

• Using a sharp paring knife, cut the ends off of the Florida grapefruit so it sits flat on the cutting board. Carefully run the paring knife under the peel and trim away all of the pith, leaving just the grapefruit flesh. Slice the grapefruit into 8 even segments.

• Cut the Napa cabbage into quarters and remove the core. Cut the cabbage crosswise into thin shavings. Hold this in a large salad bowl suitable for serving.

• Cut the baby romaine leaves into bite sized pieces and add them to the salad bowl.

• Slice the cucumber lengthwise and remove the seeds. Cut the cucumber on an angle into very thin slices and transfer to the salad bowl.

• Combine the squash, Florida grapefruit slices, hemp hearts, goji berries, avocado and quinoa into the salad bowl and toss liberally with dressing. THN www.newscanada.com

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May it be filled with Love, Happiness, Peace, and Good Health.

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953323 7th Line, Mono, ON • $1,998,000 hockleymodern.com

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1412-2191 Yonge Street • $379,000 asantos.ca

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Yours could be next! Call today for a COMPLIMENTARY MARKET EVALUATION!

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Ana Santos S a les

2271 Bloor Street West. Toronto. Ontario M6S 1P1 Office: 416-441-2888 ext. 796 • harveykalles.com

Rep resen ta t i ve direct

647-232-7317 ana@asantos.ca

for more information, visit

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* Awarded through Royal LePage West Realty Group Ltd., Brokerage

DIRECTOR’S PLATINUM AWARD

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PRESIDENT’S GOLD AWARD

2013*

2012*

2011*

KLEINBURG

Extraordinary classic elegance in Vaughanwood Estates. Uncompromising quality and unwavering attention to detail is on display in this home to an extent rarely seen. 12,000 square feet of lavish interior, exquisite crafter millwork and architectural features you could only imagine in an estate like this.

Offered at $5,980,000 www.91RocmaryPl.com

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Elegant estate home boasting 4,584 sq ft of luxury upgrades on one of the most coveted streets in Weston Downs.

www.173PoloCres.com

Offered at $1,188,000 www.175GreenManorCres.com

Daryl King

Sales Representative

$3,999,900

$3,198,000

$2,600,000

$2,395,000

EXQUISITE NEW CUSTOM REBUILT home ideal for those seeking pure luxury, class, functionality & the finer things in life. A soaring 22’ high entrance with wraparound glass railings, marble floors, & an abundance of natural light. Lush pool grounds & million dollar estate homes surrounding This irreplaceable 3/4 of an acre property, all from your dream kitchen, 22’ high great room or 2nd floor skywalk. Approx 7,000 sq ft.

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM BUILT HOME with A+++ finishes top to bottom. Wrought iron railing. Extra large windows. Gourmet kitchen with gas stove and built-in appliances.

Finished walk-up basement. Heated floors. Great location!

ATTENTION INVESTORS & BUILDERS! Seclusion at its finest! Steps from Yonge Street. Beautiful treed, 3.21 acre lot overlooking MacKenzie Marsh and pond at Atkinson Park. Ideal for executive mansion. Easy access to Aurora and Newmarket transportation, amenities, shopping and schools.

9+ ACRES OF PRIVACY! Nature at it’s finest. Custom re-built 5+2 bedroom home. Private natural pond. Custom finishes, extensive trim work, built-in surround sounds. Finished walkout basement. Ideal family home in a great location.

$2,349,888

$2,298,000

$2,089,000

CUSTOM HOME ON PREMIUM 210 FT LOT Spectacular finishes starting at the front door and ending with the resort style backyard with inground pool and cabana. High ceilings.

Finished basement with walk-up and spa/sauna room. Must be seen.

EXECUTIVE HOME ON DOUBLE LOT with stunning backyard oasis. Elegant and formal layout with high ceilings and hardwood floors throughout. Large family kitchen. Private ensuites. Private under ½ acre lot with inground pool, cabana, hot tub, showers and more! Over $500,000 in upgrades

REFINED EXECUTIVE HOME in prestigious Aurora Estates!

Incredible 2+ acres. Located on a private cul-de-sac with fully fenced yard, chef’s dream kitchen with large island, beautiful granite countertops. Finished walkout basement plus in-law apartment.

$1,699,000

$1,599,000

$1,550,000

$1,229,000

SPECTACULAR EXECUTIVE HOME in exclusive Oak Ridges! Huge 54 x 315.17 ft lot! Beautiful hardwood floors, smooth ceilings, crown moulding & pot lights throughout! designer kitchen with marble floors, large centre island, S/S appliancs, walk-in pantry with walkout to deck. Elegant living room with 18ft ceilings with floor to ceiling windows comb. Steps to Yonge Street.

CUSTOM BUILT HOME IN KING CITY ! This home is designed to capture the natural splendor and glorious views. 9’ ceilings, 8’ doors, extensive trim work. Large living/dining rooms with gas fireplace. Gourmet kitchen with heated floors. Finished lower level.

TRUE ELEGANCE & STYLE best describes this one of a kind ravine home. Located in one of Oak Ridge’s most desirable areas.

This house has been featured in Toronto Homes Magaziine for it’s meticulous blend of cultivated beauty & design. Resort like backyard with oversized heated swiming pool.

SHOWS LIKE A MODEL HOME ! This 3233 sq ft bungalow sits on a private 2 acre lot in exclusive “Shires” subdivision.

Minutes to highways, shops & GO train. Stunning marble floors, upgraded hardwood, 8” baseboards & well appointed formal rooms. Large kitchen with center island. Walk-up basement.

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