The Home News WOODBRIDGE - FEB 2016

ISSUE 02 • 2016

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$2,999,000

$2,349,888

DESIGNER’S OWN HOME (once showcased entire catalog for Holt Renfrew).

Graced with special appointments and meticulous attention to the finest of details. Beautifully finished renovations inside out in 2010. Captivating garden views, fabulous privacy is ensured by the lush plantings, electronic gates and custom iron fencing. Over 5,000 sq ft of living space.

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!

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.

$3,995,900 EX

SPECTACULAR 2011 custom built estate on gorgeous .94 acre ravine lot with private stream in heart of Thornhill, graced with over 10,000 sq ft of impeccable appointments & exquisite architectural details. Soaring 26 ft grand entrance, floor-ceiling wainscoting & Italian handcrafted millwork throughout, no details overlooked.

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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.

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

BUILD YOUR CUSTOM DREAM HOME in the lap of luxury - welcome to the highly touted fairfield estates - this sprawling 3.09 acre lot is flat & boasts a heated helicopter landing pad enveloped by greenery & forests at the rear of the lot!

This exclusive, architecturally protected area is sure to surpass your expectations with it’s rolling green spaces & an unmatched equestrian facility just up the road!

$1,699,000

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$1,550,000

EXCLUSIVE Stunning, custom designed home, featuring high end upgrades and finishes throughout! Designed and decorated by interior designer. 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. Den on main floor. Fully finished walkout basement. Approximately 3,500 square feet.

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.

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$889,000

AN ENTERTAINERS DREAM HOME! Nestled on an acre lot within an executive enclave just minutes from Highway 400 sits this stunning 3+2 bedroom, 5 bathroom home. large principal rooms all with minimum 9’ ceilings w/built-in speakers. Finished basement.

AWARD WINING “The Madison”, 2 bedroom plus den, 2 four piece bathrooms, 2 parking spots, 9’ ceilings, gourmet kitchen with granite counter, centre island, breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, open concept floor plan with large balcony and lots of windows for brightness.

$1,599,000 EX

SPECTACULAR EXECUTIVE HOME in exclusive Oak Ridges! Huge 54 x 315.17 ft lot! Custom built with family in mind. Breathtaking soaring 18ft ceiling in living room/foyer. Gorgeous kitchen with large island overlooking family room. Unspoiled lower level awaits your personal touch. Bright & spacious with exquisite craftsmanship throughout.

$1,229,000

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.

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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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RENOVATED 4 bedroom residence nestled on approx 1.5 gorgeous acres backing to bradford highlands golf course providing resort style living. Double door entry to formal 2 storey foyer. Superb views throughout! Stunning kitchen with upgraded cabinetry.

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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 crafted 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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Newly renovated estate bungalow in high demand Kleinburg. Every luxury you can imagine awaits you, including a custom designer kitchen, 9’ ceilings and private backyard oasis with pool.

Offered to lease at $4,500/Month

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

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here is no better time than now to start taking care of yourself and re-establishing healthy eating habits. The first way to do this is to put down the takeout menu and step in to the kitchen.

A recent survey from Leger and Activia showed that Canadians aren't afraid to stir the pot: An impressive nine in 10 Canadian women say that cooking their own meals at home on a daily basis is their preferred way to eat a healthy and balanced diet.

Every grocery list should cover all of the essential food groups, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains and dairy. Studies show that most of us don't get Canada Food Guide's daily recommended two to three servings a day.

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TRIFLE INGREDIENTS • 4 Lady Finger Cookies • 1 cup (250 mL) frozen local Raspberries, thawed • 4 - 100g 0% Fat Greek Activia Vanilla Yogurt Each serving includes: 127 Calories ∙ 0.5 g Total Fat ∙ 0 g Saturated Fat ∙ 0 Trans Fat ∙ 9.1 g Protein

DIRECTIONS • Mash the thawed raspberries with a fork, set aside.

• Break the lady finger in half and place in the bottom of each of the four bowls.

• Spoon 1/4 cup (60 mL) of the mashed raspberries over top.

• Open 1-100 g container of the Activia yogurt and spoon over top of the raspberries. Repeat with all four of the desserts.

Place in the fridge. To soften the lady finger the dessert needs to set for at least 4 hours or overnight. THN www.newscanada.com

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inding storage solutions to organize a home can be a daunting task, whether it's for a small condo closet or a spacious family room filled with toys. These simple DIY tips will overhaul key areas in the home to give you a more efficient space from top to bottom. >>>

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“ Chances are CLOSET if you can't ORGANIZATION see an item of clothing in that crammed space, you aren't likely to wear it,�

Instead, use a closet kit that includes hanging rods, shelving and hardware for an easy DIY installation that will upgrade any walk-in or reach-in closet.

Leverage vertical space for small closets by hanging double rods for shorter garments. Wire shelves are a good addition to hold clothing and other linens, allowing air to pass through so fabrics can breathe, and ultimately last longer. >>>

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LAUNDRY SOLUTIONS Two large machines are enough to monopolize the space in a laundry room, so well-placed storage solutions are key.

Associates at Home Depot recommend hanging a wall cabinet above your laundry machines to store detergent and other products that need to be out of reach of children and pets.

If you own a front load laundry pair, install work surfaces on top that include handy pockets to store your cleaning supplies.

Out-of-the-box thinking, like building your own wall-hanging clothes rack that folds out when you need to hang clothes to dry, and snaps back to the wall when not in use, can help for small laundry spaces.

BASEMENT STORAGE If you have a finished basement, it can be a great space for the family to enjoy. However, everything a family uses for down time can easily turn into clutter overload.

Consider under-stair shelving to make use of an oftenwasted space. Find furniture that serves dual purposes - like a bench for seating that also has room for storage inside.

You can tuck away the board games for family game night when they're not in use.

Never underestimate the power of totes. Clear totes can help you to organize and store items that aren't in use, and make finding everything easy. Alternatively, opt for totes in colourful or textured versions that can add a punch of personality to open shelving.

More storage solutions are available at: www.homedepot.ca. THN www.newscanada.com

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2 1 0 S I LV E R A D O T R A I L , WO O D B R I D G E This is the house you don’t want to miss! This 4+1 bedroom, 4-bathroom, 3,069 square foot home has everything you need. Perfectly located in Sonoma Heights! Nestled on an irregular reverse pie-shaped lot with 83’ frontage! The main floor office with closet could be easily converted to a 5th bedroom for in-laws or kids! California shutters throughout. Upgraded kitchen cabinets with top-of-the-line Electrolux stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, under mount sink, Valence lighting and Island. Open concept family room to kitchen with gas fireplace, breakfast area overlooks entertainer’s backyard, with multiple areas for hosting parties. Outdoor kitchen and bar, pergola and flagstone patio. Large closets in all bedrooms, 5 piece master bathroom and main floor laundry! Too many features too list! EXTRAS: New garage doors, new roof, no sidewalk, 4-car parking. All appliances, window coverings, and electrical fixtures included.

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V E L LO R E V I L L AG E TOW N H O U S E WOW! This perfectly located freehold townhouse features 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open concept living and dining room, open concept kitchen/family room, with eat-in and breakfast bar with walk-out to deck. Natural laminate throughout the house, gas fireplace, large closets in all bedrooms with organizers in two, and master bathroom with soaker tub! Bonus walk-out separate entrance to the backyard from the basement.

Eat-in kitchen, with fridge, stove and dishwasher, and main floor laundry included!

Separate entrance to the basement, with above-grade oversized windows, and roughin for a bathroom.

Where the best of heritage and modern unite. This home boasts 4 large bedrooms plus a large media/recreation room that can be converted into a 5th bedroom. Quartz and white oak floors throughout, gourmet kitchen with granite counters and backsplash, built-in appliances and walk-out to backyard oasis, 9’ waffle ceilings, marble feature walls, pot lights throughout, automated cameras/garages/blinds/ lighting/audio. Bonus outdoor living space, insulated with roughed-in bathroom (currently a workshop).

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