The Home News Magazine GEORGINA - DECEMBER 2015

ISSUE 12 • 2015

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Georgina, East Gwillimbury & Area

This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:

Anita Kotsovos Real Estate Sales Representative

905.898.1211

AnitaKotsovos.com For more details on this cover home refer to Page 3

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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

PLATINUM

CHAIRMAN’S

AWARD

AWARD

A nitA Kotsovos

HALL OF

FAME

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

t:

905.898.1211

c:

416.520.3651

akotsovos @ trebnet.com

Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage

www. AnitaKotsovos.com

Independently Owned and Operated

Over 30 years of award-winning real estate experience!

At this time of year I would like to take the opportunity to say Thank You very much to my past and present clients for their valued business and for the joy of working with them and their families. I wish you a wonderful Christmas and Holiday Season, and all the very best for 2016!

SOME OF ANITA’S RECENT SOLD LISTINGS:

$749,000

3353 Mount Albert Road EAST GWILLIMBURY

$998,900

88 Couture Gardens VAUGHAN

$979,900

8 William Street SHARON

$649,900

6 French Crescent HOLLAND LANDING

$1,099,900

47 William Street SHARON

$879,900

802 Lockwood Circle NEWMARKET

$1,380,000

1173 Secretariate Road NEWMARKET

$1,088,800

706 Kingsmere Avenue NEWMARKET

$799,900

16 William Street SHARON

$949,900

$679,900

135 Glenway Circle NEWMARKET

$1,299,900

40 Parnham Crescent SHARON

127 Ward Avenue SHARON

$924,900

$1,059,900

3334 Holborne Road EAST GWILLIMBURY

$939,900

75 Wellar Avenue KING

68 Arthur Hall SHARON

$829,900

54 Delattaye Avenue AURORA

$799,999

606 Gagnon Place NEWMARKET

$1,139,900

946 Damascus Court NEWMARKET

$1,099,900

1027 Sir Ivor Court NEWMARKET

$956,800

16 Waymount Avenue RICHMOND HILL

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

www.AnitaKotsovos.com

$929,900

25 Knotty Pine Trail MARKHAM

$999,900

904 Tegal Place NEWMARKET

$1,150,000

16 Willow Wood SHARON

$969,900

104 Morton Avenue SHARON

$

1,428,800

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Exquisitly renovated & updated 5 bedroom Executive home in demand Stonehaven! Approximately 4100 square feet plus wonderfully finished basement with recreation and games rooms! Gorgeous renovated gourmet kitchen with island, granite counters, stainless steel appliances & large eat-in area overlooking beautiful private backyard oasis with inground pool with sunny southern exposure! 3 modern bathrooms on 2nd level plus renovated powder room on main floor. Stunning 2 storey family room with floor to ceiling windows & fireplace! Quality hardwood, marble & porcelain flooring, crown mouldings, 2 stairs to basement, plus vinyl windows and a 3 car garage. Great location on a quiet crescent near parks & amenities!

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

CHAIRMAN’S

AWARD

PLATINUM AWARD

HALL OF

FAME

A nitA Kotsovos REAL ESTATE SALES REPRESENTATIVE

t: Realtron Realty Inc., Brokerage

Independently Owned and Operated

905.898.1211

c:

416.520.3651

akotsovos @ trebnet.com

www. AnitaKotsovos.com See Anita Kotsovos’ ad on the INSIDE FRONT COVER 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.

5282Davis.com

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3,272 SQ FT 4 BEDROOM FAMILY HOME IN ROCKWOOD

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

2.3 ACRES. 6,630 SQ FT, 2 MASTER SUITES, 12’ SPECTACULAR BASEMENT

FRENCH CHATEAU WITH PRIVATE COACH HOUSE BACKING TO CONSERVATION

Beautifully detailed Soaring ceilings, 2 dream kitchens, 6 bedrooms with ensuites, 2 storey living room, heated floors, elegant finishings, formal oval dining room, THX home theatre, sauna and steam shower, custom bar. Backyard oasis with Gunite pool, waterfall, cabana and party-size terrace with sweeping stone staircase. Prestigious Trail of the Woods. 1WolfRunCourt.com

Palatial 7,208 sq ft French Chateau with separate 1,375 sq ft coach house boasting 7 bedrooms, 11 bathrooms, 5 car garage, courtyard, stunning professionally finished 10’ high basement and backyard paradise with inground pool.

Vaulted main and second floor ceilings, main floor master quarters, elevator and dream kitchen with coffee bar, 2 islands and built-in china cabinet. Located in prestigious Trail of the Woods 55GreenValley.com

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Finding the perfect toy to put a smile on a little one's face can be a daunting task. With so many toys to choose from, a few suggestions can go a long way in helping us spend less time worrying about what to purchase, and more time enjoying the holiday season with loved ones. Walmart is here to help with a list of toys that are kid-tested and kidapproved, for every child on your list. >>>

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Here's a snapshot of the

MUST-HAVE TOYS

2015

FOR KIDS FOR HOLIDAY

FISHER-PRICE

LITTLE PEOPLE FARM

Your little farmer will love this fold-up animal farm, which includes seven figures (Farmer Eddie, cow, goat, chicken, horse, sheep and pig) to interact with and also plays music and animal sounds as the barn door is opened and closed.

P L AY D O H

MINION BARBER SHOP Kids can create hilarious disguises for their Minions that can be customized with PlayDoh bananas, sirens and other fun designs.

LEGO

N A B O O S TA R F I G H T E R Recreate exciting scenes from Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace with this foot-long ship that includes a fueling station and a rotating stand to mount the model on. Model includes three mini-figures and accessories.

C R AY O L A

MINIONS SKETCH PROJECTOR Kids can now show off their cool drawings in a big way.

Draw or trace an image by using the special markers on reusable plastic sheets. The sketch projector will then project the works of art up to 20 times larger. >>>

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HASBRO

TWISTER MOVES This dance game lets kids master moves by following the lights and hopping on the spot to the beat. Keep up with the beat and unlock new levels to rule the dance floor.

DISNEY

JUMBO KNOB PUZZLE Kids will love this interesting and educational puzzle with matching pictures underneath each piece, and easy-grasp knobs, perfect for little hands.

PLAYLAND WITH BALLS Includes an assortment of play lands including Frozen, Princess, Paw Patrol, and Teenage Mutant Ninja turtles as well as 20 soft flex balls, fun ball toss roof and peek-through windows.

AIR HOGS

S TA R WA R S FA L C O N Q UA D Now your little ones can fly the most iconic ship in the Star Wars universe. The ship's rotors are concealed for agile, space-like flight and features LED lights and authentic sounds.

Additional toys and gift ideas can be found at www.walmart.ca/toys. THN www.newscanada.com

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food recipe

SHOWSTOPPING

SI DES T FOR ANY OCCASION hese savoury stuffed squash are an easy accompaniment to a festive meal or casual weeknight dinner. The meaty mushrooms add beautiful texture to the stuffing, while the apples add a layer of tartness and bite. >>>

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MUSHROOM, APPLE, AND WALNUT STUFFED

Servings: 8 Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 45 mins

Acorn Squash

INGREDIENTS • 4 small-medium sized Acorn Squash, seeded, cut in half lengthwise • Salt and Pepper • 2 tbsp (30 mL) Olive Oil • 8 oz (227 g) fresh mixed Mushrooms (Portabella, Shiitake, Oyster), coarsely chopped • 2 Celery Stalks, thinly diced • 2 Ontario Apples, peeled and finely diced • 3 tbsp (45 mL) Butter

TA S T E Y T I P

• 1 tbsp (15 mL) fresh Sage Leaves, finely chopped • 1 cup (250 mL) Vegetable Stock • 1/2 cup (125 mL) Walnuts, roughly chopped • 1 small loaf of day-old Sourdough or French Bread, cut into 1/4 inch cubes (approximately 5 cups)

DIRECTIONS

USE ONTARIO IDARED, GOLDEN DELICIOUS, HONEYCRISP, OR EMPIRE APPLES.

• Preheat oven to 350°F/175°C. • Cut acorn squash in half lengthwise. Remove the seeds. Season the inside with salt and pepper. Place cut side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment. Bake about 30 minutes or until soft.

• Meanwhile, in a large sauce pan heat olive oil. Add mushrooms and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Add celery and continue to sauté for 5 minutes. Lower heat and add apples. Continue to cook until apples become tender, about 5 minutes. To the pan add butter, sage, and vegetable stock. Heat just until butter is melted.

Remove from heat and allow to cool.

• Place chopped walnuts and diced bread in a large bowl. Pour warm vegetable stock mixture over bread. Using your hands toss the bread until it is well coated and most of stock is absorbed.

• Remove squash from oven and turn it cut side up. Divide the stuffing among each squash half; spoon the stuffing into the cavity of each squash until filled. Return to 350°F/175°C oven and bake until stuffing is golden brown, approximately 15-20 minutes.

• Serve hot alongside a festive ham or weeknight roast chicken.

More recipes featuring fresh local ingredients are available at mushrooms.ca. THN www.newscanada.com

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hristmas for me as a real-estate broker offers the opportunity to be in touch with many of my past clients. Our relationship started out, like most do, with them looking for a home and me trying my best to find them the perfect place for their family to live and grow together.

For almost seven years, their families seem to be an ever growing part of my life. . .much more of a friendship, than the real-estate transaction it started out as. It’s a timeless thing, just like our name, that means even more at this time of year.

People calling, sending cards and little thank you notes. Just their way I guess of saying I wanted to keep in touch. Maybe that’s what the holiday season is truly about, reaching out, saying hi again and wishing people you like all the best.

So to my ever growing family of clients (friends) and all the people you have referred to me over the years, hearing from you at Christmas is the best gift I could ever receive.

Happy Holidays!

Roxanne Henderson P.S. Millie, thanks for the jam.

Your Community and KATHY FOCH

Isn't this where you'd eventually like to live! *Double wide lot on 2 unopened road allowances between 2 subdivisions in central Sutton *One to the East is being built *Excellent inexpensive investment.

$69,000 Where you do business from makes a difference in how your business does! *Commercial condo unit on Pony Drive, in Newmarket - Just off the 404 *Sizable warehouse & mezzanine storage area *3 piece bath with shower *12ft high roll up door *34 inch man door *1458 sq ft - Why pay rent?

$244,900 3+1 bedroom bungalow on a mature oversized lot in central location *Family-sized kitchen with breakfast area with walkout to deck, above ground pool and fenced yard *Professionally finished basement - Ideal home for large families or in-laws.

Excellent opportunity for ownership, renovation or rental income. Calling all investors! *3 bedrooms *Maintenance-free laminate throughout living space *Open concept kitchen *Gas heat *Large, mature backyard *Ample parking.

$549,900

$289,900 Adorable & affordable Lakeside living with 80’ frontage! *Stunning Lake views from almost every room *3 bedrooms, year-round indirect Lakefront *Updated, eat-in kitchen *Living room boasts fireplace with air tight insert *Safe, shallow beach.

Centrally located 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom Townhome *Kitchen boasts granite counters *L-shaped living room/dining room with 3 year new engineered hardwood flooring *Upper level family room *Finished basement boasts an open concept layout with kitchenette.

$549,995

$368,800

The end of your search *Live, work and play!

Business & home combo on 2.7 acres in Town *Detached, 3 bedroom bungalow with separate entry to “Granny suite” *2,300 sq ft, heated shop *Lots of expansion possibilities.

C2-12 and RU zoning.

Sprawling 2,200 sq ft raised bungalow on private, mature 2+ acres with pond on no-exit street *Upper level, self-contained 2 bedroom in-law suite *Partially Finished basement with multiple walkouts *Oversized, detached garage *Just 10 minutes to Highway 404.

$988,000

$649,800 A grand entrance of 25 acres – Premier Gateway location at the “Top of the 404” *Over 600ft on Woodbine and over 900ft on Ravenshoe. Call Gary for further details.

Spacious 4 bedroom custom home on picturesque 2.88 acres *Kitchen boasts custom cabinets & sunny breakfast area *Formal dining room *Formal living room *Huge, main floor family room with fireplace & walkout to entertainment sized deck *Minutes to Highway 404.

$1,488,000

$724,900 Just a little this side of paradise *46 acres, custom 2,400 sq ft home with inground sundrenched pool, 35 acres farmable, horse stables, paddocks and indoor riding and much more - all minutes to Snow Valley skiing and downtown Barrie.

$1,590,000

Helping YOU is what I do!

Broker

KATHY FOCH

Some second floor office space still available in various sizes. This is one VERY VERY busy Plaza with the ground floor fully leased bringing diversified traffic and patrons! Call Gary for further details.

KeswickRealEstate.ca DIRECT: 905.476.HOME

FOR LEASE

(4663) OFFICE: 1.877.356.7034 Kathy@KeswickRealEstate.ca

Keswick & Georgina’s #1 Sales Professional since 1999*. *For Royal LePage Your Community, formerly Prudential.

Not intended to solicit clients currently under contract with another brokerage.

Why not get the

Power of Experience & Team Peroff working for you!

$1,195,000

$749,900

$979,998

100 FT DIRECT LAKEFRONT Traditional Lake Simcoe design. .57 acres, sandy beach, finished breakwall. Wrap around porch. 7 bedrooms & wood floors. Triple car garage.

$389,000-$459,000

GREAT LOCATION & POTENTIAL Multi-level residence zoned M1 restricted industrial with .91 acre lot in Vaughan. Many updates & renovations. Finished basement.

$329,900

DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL 4,000 sq ft home on 1.73 acre lot with with 2 road frontages. Zoned institutional allows for multiple use. Close to lake and shops.

$309,900

$599,900

$389,900

ATTN CAR BUFFS/MECHANICS

BACKS ONTO GREENSPACE

Wonderful country bungalow with attached 31’ x 45’ x 13’ high insulated drive-through garage with 16’ x 10’ insulated garage doors plus high lift.

Beautifully maintained 3 bedroom sidesplit.

Bright living space. Walkout to tiered deck living space. 2 car garage with insulated shop.

$279,900

$254,900

EXECUTIVE TOWNHOMES

ATTENTION HANDY MEN

GREAT POTENTIAL

MAIN STREET COMMERCIAL

CUTE AND COZY

Brand new open concept upscale townhomes at “Highfield Landing.” Fine finishes & unrivaled craftsmanship> Bonus value prior to Dec.31!

Family sized home in North Keswick.

Hardwood & ceramic flooring. Newer windows & renovated bath. Great value!

Terrific entry level home on mature 75 x 100 ft lot on quiet crescent. 3+1 bedrooms.

Spacious family room. Ideal for starter.

C1-1 zoning approximately 2,800 square feet in downtown Sutton. Excellent potential due to area growth.

Spacious 3 bedroom home in Jackson’s Point, just a short walk to lake. Updated kitchen and bath with soaker tub. Stone fireplace.

SOLD

SOLD

SOLD

IDEAL FOR START OR RETIREE

AWESOME DIRECT LAKEFRONT

DIRECT LAKEFORNT 2.83 ACRES

Bright & clean remodelled home. Newer kitchen, bath & flooring. Open concept living room. Walkout to deck & detached garage.

Custom home ideal for the extended family.

Open concept main floor design. Finished walkout lower level.

Roches Pt. estate with over 300 ft of prime shoreline. 3 season residence and 2 slip wet boathouse. 60 ft pier and 40 ft breakwall.

Team Peroff @ Your Service

On behalf of myself & my phenomenal Team Peroff, Kent Atkins, Colleen Peroff, Eli Peroff, Janet Wasson, Lory Rumley, David Clark, Andria Louca and Felicia Smith our tireless co-op student, we wish you and your family health above all, a joyous, love-filled holiday season and a prosperous 2016.

Happy Holidays, Steve Peroff

Kent Atkins

Eli Peroff

David Clark

Colleen Peroff

Janet Wasson

Lory Rumley

Sales Representatvie

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Steve Peroff - Sales Representative Not intended to solicit properties already listed for sale

For a Free Evaluation of your Home call Steve's Direct Line: 905 476.3131

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