The Home News VAUGHAN - NOVEMBER 2015

ISSUE 11 • 2015

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Vaughan

Includes Kleinburg, Weston Downs, Islington Woods, East Woodbridge, Upper Thornhill Estates, Woodland Acres, Maple Downs, Valleys of Thornhill, Elder Mills, Sonoma Heights, Vellore Village, Islington Heights, Woodbridge Highlands, Dufferin Hills & Thornhill Woods

This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:

Daryl King Sales Representative

905.907.5464

DarylKing.com

For more details on this cover home refer to Page 5

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Daryl King

Sales Representative

$4,185,000

$3,999,900

$3,850,000

$3,250,000

CUSTOM ESTATE! Unsuppressed quality throughout. Breathtaking 4-bedroom home backing onto greenspace. Gourmet kitchen, high-end built-in appliances, open concept family room with waffled ceiling. Hardwood and marble floors. An absolute masterpiece that must be seen!

EXQUISITE new custom rebuilt home ideal for those seeking luxury. Soaring 22’ entrance with glass railings, Swarovski chandeliers, handpicked marble floors. Stunning kitchen with views of the lavish yard with inground pool and patio.

OUTSTANDING IN EVERY WAY! One of a kind century home circa 1800’s on 14 pristine acres. Breathtaking dream kitchen.

Gorgeous backyard with pool. Coach house. Stables, horse barn and so much more. Must see!

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!

$3,198,000

$2,998,000

$2,395,000

$2,349,888

EXTRAVAGANCE IS IN THE DETAIL! Over 6,000 sf of custom living space waits you in this gorgeous residence. Designed and distinctively crafted with sophistication in mind. Gourmet kitchen with extra large island, formal dining room, elevator, stunning master and anything else your heart desires.

17+ PRIVATE ACRES - MULTI USE ZONING! 2,630 square foot home custom built and set back from the main road.

This home is sure to impress with spacious foyer, floor-toceiling windows and an abundance of natural light. 2 acres zoned for kennel.

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.

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.

INQUIRE

$2,298,000

$1,900,000

$1,198,000

TRUMP RESIDENCES TORONTO Gleaming triumphantly against the Toronto Skyline & located in the heart of the financial district.

Numerous luxurious private residences available ranging from 1,310 sq ft to 12,000 sq ft. Enjoy full access to the Trump Hotels five star, five diamond services and amenities.

LUXURIOUS CUSTOM BUILT KLEIBURG BEAUTY! Fantastic lot size backing onto breathtaking ravine providing spectacular views & loads of privacy! Custom designed kitchen with island.

Open concept family room with soaring cathedral ceilings. 3 car garage. Finished basement.

IMPRESSIVELY APPOINTED BRAND NEW HOME. Custom built with gorgeous kitchen and elegant rooms. Round skylight.

Trim work. Finished walk-up basement. All bedrooms with ensuites.

ONE OF A KIND EXECUTIVE HOME on a large lot. Luxuriously appointed and upgraded top to bottom. Gorgeous kitchen with huge pantry. Finished basement. Formal dining room with coffered ceilings.

$1,699,000

$1,229,000

$669,000

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.

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.

CUSTOM BUILT BRICK BUNGALOW SET ON FANTASTIC 1/2 ACRE + country lot just minutes to Highways 89 & 400.

3+2 bedroom with in-law suite. Approx 2,800 sq ft of living space. Open concept layout with hardwood floors & staircase, skylight and large windows (2011).

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LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION! Prestige 8 floor medical/ retail/professional building to be built just steps from the new subway. Great exposure. Roof-top terrace. Minutes to Court house, hospital and transit. Different unit sizes and floors available.

*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.

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Opulent custom re-built estate home boasting 11,500 square feet on 3/4 acre lot.

Luxury country living on exclusive and private 44 acres in East Caledon.

Over 7,000 sq ft, custom-built raised bungalow with walkout basement.

Offered at $4,988,800 www.171BlackburnBlvd.com

Offered at $2,590,000 www.15536TheGoreRd.com

Weston Downs

Immaculated 2,780 sq ft bungaloft with 9’ & vaulted ceilings, granite counters, new subway tile backsplash & bonus loft area.

Offered at $1,288,000 www.175GreenManorCres.com

Weston Downs

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

Offered at $1,799,000 www.173PoloCres.com

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2,298,000

16 LITTLE MARCO COURT, VAUGHAN

Spectacular executive home with an absolutely stunning backyard oasis! Just under a half acre professional landscaped lot with mature trees. Luxuriously upgraded with quality finishes & workmanship thru-out! Breathtaking open-concept gourmet chef’s kitchen with granite counters, pot lights, pantry, s/s appliances. Inviting family room with soaring ceilings & custom stone fireplace, main floor office, elegant formal dining room, over $500k spent in upgrades! Large premium irregular pie shaped lot!!!

DON’T MISS THIS ONE!

DARYL KING SAL ES

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905.907.5464 homes@darylking.com

darylking.com See Daryl King’s ad on PG. 2 for details on this and other great properties.

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ROM THE ITALIAN WORD MEANING "LITTLE EARS", the small and delicately shaped noodle used in this recipe is a distinctly Puglian type pasta that melds beautifully with the simple and rustic sauce.

“Topped with roasted grape tomatoes and grated cheese, orecchiette pasta is the ideal domed pasta shape for cradling savoury sun-dried tomato pesto and aromatic fresh basil,� says Tom Filippou, executive chef at President's Choice.

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Orecchiette

WITH ROASTED AND SUNDRIED TOMATOES INGREDIENTS

• 2 packages (each 255 g) PC Grape Tomatoes, halved lengthwise • 1 tbsp (15 mL) Olive Oil • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) Salt • 1 jar (191 mL) PC Black Label Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto • 1/3 cup (75 mL) grated PC Black Label Hard Ripened Sovrano Cheese • 1/2 tsp (2 mL) Salt • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) freshly ground Black Pepper • 1 package (500 g) PC Black Label Orecchiette Pasta • 1/2 cup (125 mL) thinly sliced fresh Basil

“THE COMFORTING FLAVOURS IN THIS DISH MAKE IT ONE OF MY FAVOURITES TO SERVE UP DURING THE COLDER FALL AND WINTER MONTHS,” says Tom FILIPPOU.

DIRECTIONS • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

• Toss together tomatoes, oil and 1/4 tsp (1 mL) salt in bowl; spread onto prepared baking sheet. Roast in centre of oven for 25 minutes or until shriveled.

• Meanwhile, combine pesto, cheese, 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt and the pepper in large bowl.

• Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta; stir occasionally until water returns to a boil. Cook for 9 to 11 minutes or until tender but firm. Drain, reserving 1 cup (250 mL) of the pasta cooking water. Toss pasta with pesto mixture. Add half of reserved pasta cooking water and toss again. Add more water if necessary to loosen sauce, adding 1/4 cup (50 mL) at a time. Stir in basil.

• Divide pasta among six bowls; spoon tomatoes over top. Serve with additional grated or shaved cheese, if desired. THN www.newscanada.com

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2nd kitchen in basement apartment.

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Amazing new custom built home with 4+1 bedroom in a great location, steps to Yonge! Excellent craftsmanship for the best quality finish.13’ foyer with marble floor.

Elegant & exquisite custom built home boasts a natural stone exterior. Classic living & dining room with gas fireplace, paneling layers of moulding. Coffered ceiling, built-in speakers with home entertaintment systems throughout.

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START OFF WITH GETTING A GOOD NIGHT'S SLEEP. Take cues from physical signs of sleepiness (yawning, difficulty focusing your eyes, a lack of concentration), indicating that it's time to go to bed.

BE ACTIVE AS OFTEN AS POSSIBLE. Make exercise a priority for both you and your family's physiological and psychological health. For parents and children who stay active it's common, to experience some post exercise pain or even injury.

When injuries or pain occur, try relieving muscle pain by applying a topical like Arnicare Gel. The gel, which contains arnica montana and other medicinal ingredients, temporarily relieves muscle pain and reduces swelling and bruising.

THE FALL MEANS THE START OF THE COLD SEASON. Look for a homeopathic medicine such as Coryzalia to relieve cold symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose and acute rhinitis in children ages one month and up and adults alike.

NASAL AND SKIN IRRITATIONS OFTEN ACCOMPANY RUNNY NOSES AND CONGESTION. Cicadermine is a homeopathic, antibiotic-free solution, to soothe skin and facilitate healing of irritations, such as chapped skin, superficial wounds and redness from constant wiping and blowing.

When stubborn coughs arise, many parents think that they are out of treatment options for their younger children.

But there is a solution available to relieve coughs in children under six. Stodal is a homeopathic honey-based cough syrup used to effectively relieve both dry and wet coughs in children from one to 11 years of age. Keep in mind, these homeopathic medicines may not be right for everyone, always read and follow the label.

To help parents survive the cough and cold season, the experts at Boiron have developed the “HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINE FINDER� App, which helps users quickly and efficiently find the most appropriate homeopathic medicines to relieve symptoms from joint pain, insect bites, stress, colds and flu. You can find the recommended solution, its indication and dosage, coupons and store locations. The app is available at www.boiron.ca/app. THN www.newscanada.com

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SPECTACULAR NEW SHARON LISTING! Incredible one-of-a-kind custom renovation with massive addition & amazing luxury finishes & details throughout! Over 4,300 sq ft, plus finished basement with 2 in-law apartments & separate rec room! Stunning approx 1/2 acre lot, huge 3 car garage, and beautiful gardens with mature landscaping & trees! 5 bedrooms with 3 spectacular baths on 2nd level, awesome gourmet kitchen open to family room with cathedral ceiling, elegant formal living/dining room & so much more! Truly outstanding architecture & design - a must see!!

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AMAZING NEW SHARON LISTING! Gorgeous open concept home with 9 ft ceilings and hardwood floors on main level, huge kitchen open to family room and walkout to oversize deck, on a private mature 1/2 acre lot! Wonderful custom in-law apartment with walkout and heated floors too!

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