ISSUE 01 • 2017
Oakville
This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:
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Fabulous Oversized Lot $919,900 New 4 bedroom,
bedroom, 2 bath raised bungalow is completely updated throughout! Rear yard offers a deck, hot tub, patio area and inground pool.
two storey is ready for your finishing touches. Home has been completely painted and has original wood floors and high ceilings.
neighbourhood, backing onto bay and very treed lot. It’s like living in country yet minutes to everything.
exceptional stunning bungalow situated on an oversized lot with 50 ft frontage on a very quiet crescent. Elegant 9 ft & catherdral ceilings throughout.
3.5 bath home in Ancaster with spacious backyard. 9 ft ceilings. Main level with office/den, impressive kitchen & living room with fireplace.
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storey home approx 3,800 sq ft. Vaulted ceiling in family room features spiral staircase leading to spacious loft off master bedroom.
stone home in Ancaster’s sought after Tiffany Falls neighbourhood. Easy access to highway. Exceptional, fully finished lower level. Too many upgrades & high quality finishes to mention. A must see!
92-foot ravine lot! Tremendous upside potential. Exceptionally solid two plus two bedrooms, three bathroom home, just waiting for your custom finishes.
storey, detached home, on a large, flat, ravine lot, in a highly sought after neighborhood. New kitchen in 2005 boasts an eat-in area & S/S appliances. All new interior doors, new staircase & hardwood floors throughout.
bedroom custom built home set on one-of-a-kind lot. Over-sized home with lots of extras! Featuring spacious, eat in kitchen that opens to Great room with cathedral ceiling.
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designed stone and cedar home on 5 acres in historic Crooks’ Hollow area above Dundas. Separate cottage adjoins main house is ideal for in laws or home office. Close to all amenities and natural wonders!
country living with all the amenities of the city? It does not get better than this! Custom built, 3 plus 3 bedroom bungalow with walkout.
home approx 3,200 sq ft plus basement. Stunning open concept design. An entertainer’s dream. Unparalleled Chef’s kitchen. Awe-inspiring vistas, tranquil surroundings.
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STUNNING LAKEFRONT HOME WITH RIPARIAN RIGHTS $2,299,000 Gorgeous 4+2 bedroom, 3 1/2 bathroom on 92’ x 300’ waterfront property with Riparian rights! Over 5,200 square feet of living space. Kitchen has stainless steel appliances including gas cooktop, granite counters, walkouts to amazing manicured landscape from family, living and mud/laundry rooms. Upper level has hardwood floors, master retreat with 6 piece ensuite, walk-in closet and walkout. Lower level has rec room with fireplace and 3 piece bath. Agent is related to seller.
CHARMING GEORGIAN $1,588,000 Charming 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bathroom home with water views. Updated kitchen area has Sub-Zero fridge and wine fridge, Wolf gas range, 16 foot island with granite, solid walnut cabinetry and gas fireplace. The refinished lower level has a 2 piece bathroom and a recreation room with built-ins and fireplace. Easy access to the QEW, 407 and 403 and a walk to downtown, the pier, the beach and Spencer Smith Park and all they have to offer.
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$1,250,000 An amazing opportunity in South Burlington to own this fantastic property in a rapidly developing area of 4 to 10 storey buildings. Take advantage of present zoning and continue to use as a dental office, or redevelop into large dental/medical building. Also suited for condo development. Buyer to verify zoning and development uses.
$574,900 Gorgeous renovated 3+1 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 4 level backsplit! Great area and street with amazing views. New flooring including hardwood, updated kitchen with quartz countertops and updated bathrooms!
$2,000/MTH Great 2 bedroom plus den, 2 bathroom unit just a short walk to downtown, the lake, Spencer’s Smith park and Burlington beach. This building has outstanding amenities including an outdoor pool and tennis courts. No pets and non smokers please.
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BLACK BEAN
This chili is perfect for a fast weeknight meal.
It comes together in under 30 minutes. It’s full of protein and no added fat! For vegetarians you can replace the chicken with a 1-2 lbs of extra firm tofu. If you want to make this a super healthy complete meal, serve it with some quinoa on the side.
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CHIPOTLE CHICKEN and BLACK BEAN CHILI SERVES: 4 to 6 NOTE: Freezes well. If you want it a little thinner, add a little more water.
DIRECTIONS • In a large heavy bottomed pot, brown chicken, add about ½ tsp salt. Using a wooden spoon, break up the meat as you brown it. Brown until it is no longer pink - about 5 minutes. • In the meantime, in a blender or food processor, puree the tomatoes, chipotle chilies and half the black beans.
INGREDIENTS
• 1 1/2 lbs Ground Chicken (or 1-2 lbs of extra firm tofu - for vegetarian version) • 3 Cans Black Beans, drained and rinsed • One 14 oz Can of Tomatoes, chopped or half 28 oz can • 1-2 small Chipotle Chilies from the can with the adobo sauce • Half Red Onion, finely chopped
• Once the chicken is cooked, remove from the pot to a bowl (leaving the oil behind).
• 1 1/2 tbsp Chili Powder
• Add the red onion to the pot and a little more salt and sauté until soft and translucent. Add the chili powder and cumin, toast for 30 seconds or so.
• Kosher Salt
• Add the contents of the blender, to the pot. Put 1 cup water in the dirty blender, swish it around and add that water to the pot. Add the remaining black beans (the ones left whole) and the cooked chicken to the pot. • Cook for about 10-15 minutes. • Serve with a squeeze of lime, minced red onion, avocado, cilantro and tortillas (and shredded cheese if you like). THN
• 2 tsp Ground Cumin
G ARNIS H & TO S E RVE Tortilla Chips. Finley chopped Red Onion. Cilantro. Limes. Ripe Avocado, diced. Freshly Ground Pepper. Shredded Cheese. Cooked Quinoa.
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Enjoy this gorgeous Lorne Park Estates home boasting over 6,000 sq ft of living space plus an additional 2,500 sq ft professionally finished basement. Situated across from Lake Ontario with over 1 acre of land with mature trees and lakefront views of the Toronto skyline, this home is just waiting for you. Boasting an in-ground gunite pool, stocked freshwater pond and a breath-taking great room with cathedral ceiling, wood burning fireplace, skylights and oak staircase to an upper loft. Relax in the master bedroom featuring rosewood flooring, a bow window overlooking the lake, a gas fireplace with wood mantle and a 5 pc ensuite bath with walk-out to balcony. Entertain in the basement and enjoy the recreation room with gas fireplace, custom wetbar, 2 additional bedrooms and a walk-out to the in-ground pool.
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Homes are smarter, safer, more programmable and more energy efficient today, with capabilities to seamlessly connect us 24/7. From kitchen appliances that text you when you're low on milk and offer recipe suggestions based on what's in your fridge to ecoefficient monitoring devices that you can access from half way across the world, the latest smart home tech is making our futuristic dreams come true.
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LIVING LIGHTING Gone are the days of stubbing your toe on furniture legs as you stumble to flick on the lights. New lighting options can now be controlled before you even enter the room and home, offering automatic access from most hand-held devices. There are now many beautiful compatible lighting solutions in the market featuring this wireless technology.
INTUITIVE ENERGY EFFICIENCY An energy-efficient home is cool for so many reasons - cost savings being number one. Efficient appliances are not new, but intuitive ones are. Using programmable thermostats such as NEST that can be remotely adjusted and controlled by a button or simple voice command, creating a home that caters to your lifestyle is easy. There are also televisions, blinds, vacuum cleaners and coffee machines that can intuitively adjust their energy spending based on your habits. >>>
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SAFE AND SOUND Probably the area where smart technology is making the most advancements, integrated security helps us sleep a little sounder at night. From automatic smart locks to security cameras you can access anywhere on the planet to technology that lets you create virtual keys for unexpected house guests, feeling in control of your safety at home has never been simpler. Taking home security a step further, homeowners and companies are even looking at ways to create their own virtual private networks to beat potential hackers.
SMARTER LIVING Moving towards truly intuitive living, the next generation of smart homes will continue to take us one step closer to a handsfree world, with products that recognize our changing schedules. Think beyond voice-activated appliances to a home that senses your proximity and prepares your space before you even enter the door, sets your home to “sleep mode” as soon as you close your eyes at night or when you leave in the morning, and has a coffee machine that brews a stronger cup of coffee after you've had a late night out.
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MILTON ALMOST 1 ACRE in urban, south Milton. Approximately 3,200 square feet plus partially finished basement with walk up. Original Century home with new addition (renovations in progress). Huge 24’ x 55’ 2 storey garage/workshop/barn “so many uses”. Sits back from road on mature lot. Must be viewed. $ 1,398,000 www.brazeauteam.com
MILTON MILTON’S BRONTE CORPORTATE CENTRE - RARELY OFFERED. Prime office condo near Bronte/Derry/Hawthorne Village Escarpment are. Unit is approx 700 square feet. Bronte Corporate Centre. This prestige office space with kitchenette and bathroom. Ready to move into. Many possible uses. Great location. $ 18.00 per square foot www.brazeauteam.com
MILTON 50.51 ACRES in a fabulous location, just North of Derry Road and the Village of Kilbride. The property includes an air strip for light planes with a 1,800 foot runway. Century home that is in excellent condition. Inground pool. 38’ x 85’ insulated metal clad workshop. A rare opportunity for the flying enthusiast or build your “Dream Home”. $ 2,590,000 www.brazeauteam.com
CARLISLE IDEAL COMMERCIAL/RESIDENTIAL MIX. Investment property with dual rental potential. Established pizza shop or your own dream business. Updated 3 bedroom plus 2 baths which still retains its original charm and character. 9’ ceilings on the main floor. Bright kitchen opens to dining room. 2 sided fireplace between the living room and main floor Master bedroom. Ideal backyard with mature trees, deck, hot tub, outdoor kitchenette and fire pit. Beautiful treed property backs onto Carlisle Conservation and Bronte Creek. $ 649,000 www.brazeauteam.com
ROCKWOOD THIS EXECUTIVE ESTATE is approximately 5,117 square feet, 4 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. Ideally located in the quaint Village of Rockwood. Fully finished lower level with games room, billiard room, rec reoom, plan room, exercise room and squash court. The backyard oasis has beautiful gardens, mature trees and inground pool. Backs onto the Eramosa River. Don’t miss out!! $ 1,323,000 www.brazeauteam.com
ROCKWOOD “BE YOUR OWN BOSS” This ideally located family operated diner has just become available. Currently operating hours are 7:00 am - 3:00 pm. (Hours can be adjusted by new owner). D.J’s. Donuts & Diner. Turn-key operation including all appliances, dishes, pots, menus, Betty Boop x 2 & antique car collection plus the kitchen sink. Commercial 6 slide toaster plus 4 slice toaster. New freezers. Soft serve ice cream machine mixer & favours. Established breakfast & lunch clientele. 36 seats inside plus 12 on the front patio. Located in the lovely Village of Rockwood next to the Home Hardware. Summer clientele increases with campers from the Rockwood Conservation area. $ 75,000 www.brazeauteam.com
MILTON ALMOST 1 ACRE surround this custom built (1999) bungalow. Addition in 2005 includes a Great Room with vaulted ceiling & Master suite with 4 piece ensuite & large walk-in closet. Custom cabinetry throughout by cabinet maker. Updated kitchen with granite counters. Main floor laundry. 2 walkouts to large decks & private yard. 33’ x 35’ attached garage/workshop with inside entry. Quick access to 401. Must see to appreciate. $749,000 www.brazeauteam.com
MILTON BEAUTIFUL 5,000+ SQUARE FOOT custom built bungalow (wheel chair accessible) on 8.68 acres with gated entrance. Minutes to Milton with amazing Escarpment views. Infinity 16 x 32 ft, indoor pool and spa, built in 2011. The pool is treated with an ionizer, UV light and large filters (no chemical smell). Geothermal heating. Gourmet kitchen. Formal living room/dining room, Main floor family room. 3+1 bedroom. Master with 5 piece ensuite. Lower level with separate entrance to attached 3 car garage that is completely finished with rec room, exercise room, kitchen/laundry, wine cellar and workshop. Separate 3,000 sq ft workshop, with heat, 200 amp hydro, water, office space and 2 piece washroom. $ 1,950,000 www.brazeauteam.com
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Gorgeous semi. Double car garage. Hardwood floors. Open concept. Spacious kitchen. Walk out to patio.
Corner Unit. Approx 1000 sqft. One level 2 bed, 2 bath townhouse. Private terrace with BBQ connection.
Sales Representatives: Abraham Azraq, Ahmad Shehab-Eldin, Alvin Tung, Ben Sadeg, Bill McFarland, Craig Yaffe, Fadi Abou-Chalha, Helen O’Brecht, Isaiah Bayley-Hay, John Athanasiou, Julie Jones, Kayla Ie, Leanne Binsell, Lisa Lee, Marcello Marchese, Mark Powell, Marwa Nadr, Maryam Kermani, Marzena Ciecielag, Mase Rasti, Michelle Delemos, Mike Azraq, Mona Azraq, Norm Wilkie, Obie Khwaja, RJ Shahi, Ron Barlay, Sam McDadi, Sara Azraq, Sean Johnny, Shannon Bowen, Sue-Maya Hawass, Tom Gusić, Zaheer Shaw, Zareer Divecha. Brokers: Ashkan Khaleghi, Harry Nanda, Jim Yurchuk, Leonard Howell, Sabrina Nagar.
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