family community family community

2-Storey on Wooded Escarpment.
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Dorothy Prickett
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62547981
$269,900 - Port Dalhousie
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Black walnut
facts and fiction
because the leaves and into the soil even after a
wood of the tree contain tree has been removed
juglone, a substance that as the dead roots
1. True or false: Noth- is poisonous to some decompose.
ing grows under black plants. Juglone is most
walnut trees.
WALNUT
concentrated in the roots
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mustn’t plant anything Tomatoes and potaedible near black walnut toes will not survive
SAM
trees.
planted near a black
CINO*
3. True or false: The walnut, nor will
24 COMMERFORD,
juglone poison from birch, hydrangea,
THOROLD
SUN. 2-4 PM
walnut roots spreads far Asiatic lilies or
$238,900
—
No
Reasonable offer refused
with watering.
peonies.
Many
—Price Drop! Incredible
4. True or false: The plants are unaffectvalue, over 2,000 square
feet of living space, 3 spanut from black walnut ed
by
juglone,
cious bdrms, 2 baths,
trees is edible.
upgraded ceramics, shinthough.
gles, laminates, windows,
5. True or false: The
2. False. There are furnace & air, eat-in kitchen/dshwshr,
patio dr, deck
walnut is a good tree for several garden edi- backing onto park. Master suite w/walk-in closet
attached double garage, family room, gas fireplace.
a slope.
bles unaffected by Call Sam Cino 905-227-7806 or 905-641-1110.
6. True or false: The juglone, including
name walnut refers to squash, corn, beans
KELLY
GAZZOLA*
the hardness of the outer and carrots. Cabshell.
bage,
eggplants,
7. True or false: Both peppers, tomatoes
black walnut and white and potatoes will
walnut are native to die within about 80
southern Ontario.
feet of the trunk of a
8. True or false: You mature black walBY APPOINTMENT
can’t grow black walnut nut, though.
$269,900 — VENDOR MOTIVATED! Beautiful
Just move in and spend your
any further north than
3. False. Juglone neighbourhood.
summer evenings sitting on the covered front
Toronto.
isn’t very water-sol- porch relaxing! Call Kelly for your personal tour.
9. True or false: If you uble so it doesn’t
have a black walnut tree spread all that far
EUGENE
removed, you should from the roots of the
MIRKA*
get it shredded for walnut tree. The
mulch.
roots,
however,
10. True or false: The spread fairly far,
3
MARINER’S
English walnut is not and debris from the
COURT
native to England.
SUN. 2-4 PM
tree (leaves, nut
— (Off
husks and twigs) $279,900
Lakeshore,
near
Answers:
can affect the soil Lakeport) Beautiful
end family home. Open concept floor plan.
around where it north
Numerous upgrades. Fabulous backyard, patio,
1. False. Black walnut falls. Juglone can above ground pool, large pond. A must see. Come
has received a bad rap continue to leech on out.
ANNA
MOCHOL*
Out in Front
62550894
2
Outselling the
Competition 3 to 1
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62504995
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34 BASCARY
SUN. 2-4 PM
$289,900 — 2,300
sq.ft. 2-storey home
— spacious front
entrance,
ceramic
flooring, main floor
fam room with woodburning FP, open concept kitchen dinette —
patio door to wood
deck & partially fenced yard. Formal living & dining
room with French door entry. Master bdrm with
walk-in closet and pocket door to 4-pc. bath.
62550904
“NOTE TIME”
23 ADEL
SAT. 1-2:30 PM
$215,000 — North end bi-level, spacious with large
rooms, 3 bedrooms up and 4th down with 2nd
kitchen, rec room, gas fireplace, central air, central
vac, new carpet down and master bedroom, freshly
painted, 1.5 car garage. “NOTE DAY & TIME”
108 BAYVIEW
SAT. 1-3 PM
$243,500 — Beautiful gem located in old Port. This
immaculate 1,100 sq.ft. backsplit is a few minutes to Lake
Ontario. Private, secluded patio complete with deck and
hot tub. Kit remodeled, newer roof, A/C, windows, soffits,
fascia & eaves. Come out to view. “NOTE DAY & TIME”
THE HENDRIKS TEAM
JERRY HENDRIKS** and CHRISTINE GAZZOLA*
3 PACIFICO PLACE
SAT. 2-4 PM
$299,900 — New Price! Beautiful custom-built bilevel set on a quiet cul-de-sac in Martindale Heights.
Over 2,550 sq.ft. of finished living space. Open concept. Hardwood floors. 2 gas fireplaces, finished
lower level, C/A, 1.5-car garage. Patio doors to deck
overlooking a wide backyard. View this home at:
www.NiagaraHomes.com “NOTE DAY”
10070 WILLOUGHBY DR., N.F. SUN. 2-4 PM
$459,000 — New listing! Amazing 2,500 sq.ft. bungalow completed less than 2 years ago. Set on a fabulous 4 acre lot. Vaulted ceilings. Natural wood trim.
Huge kitchen & dining area. Enclosed sun room.
Private master suite. C/A, C/V. Loaded with features &
extras. This is a beautiful, must see home! Take an
Inside Tour at: www.NiagaraHomes.com
TEAM FINORA*
www.danfinora.com
KATE FINORA*
DAN FINORA*
1108 HAIST ST.,
FONTHILL
SUN. 2-4 PM
$479,000 — Stunning
brand new 3 bedroom
bungalow in the heart of
tranquil
Fonthill.
Architecturally designed by Colonna Architects, finely
crafted by Gateway Home Builders this model home is
beautifully appointed. Kitchen totally open to the great
room offers cappuccino coloured cabinets, skylight,
custom-built island & granite counter tops.
SUZANNE
KITCHEN*
14 OLD MILL
DRIVE-BY
$249,000 — Walk to the lake from this great family
home in desirable Cole Farm Estates. Neat & tidy spacious 3 bedroom raised bungalow with newer carpet
throughout living and dining room. Bright and sunny
eat-in kitchen with ceramic tile. Newer mid-efficient
gas Carrier furnace & air conditioner in 1999.
ANN B.
HILL*
30 BIANCA, NOTL
SUN. 2:30-4 PM
$319,900 — Custom-built home by Jenko Homes. Upgrades
incl: attractive entry adorned w/decorative glass door
w/matching side lights. Maple kit w/blt in dshwr. Hrdwd &
ceramic floors thruout. Mstr bdrm features ensuite w/soaker
tub & double walk thru closets. 9-ft ceilings, mn flr den &
laundry. Water purifier & softener. C/A, C/V, a real beauty.
55 DOWNING ST.
SUN. 2-4 PM
$319,900 — Old Glenridge: Charm, Elegance,
Sophistication & Beauty! This 3-storey home has been lovingly restored, repaired & updated, mn flr, famrm, formal
LR & DR. 3 FPs. Mstr suite incl large sitting area w/balcony
& corner FP. Den/office on 2nd floor. 3rd floor has large
bdrm as well as studio/office. Priced to sell, call NOW!
DOROTHY
SCHOFIELD*
JEAN
GIRGENTI*
435 PELHAM RD.
SUN. 2-4 PM
$419,900 — New Price! Century Home! Newer furnace,
C/A. Upscale country in city. Newer famrm down. 4-season rm across back 30’x10’. Four main bdrms but could
have more. Good B&B potential. Stunning inside w/ciity
conveniences. Dbl grg. Multi-tier decking, formal DR.
View with Dot or call 905-988-6714 for appt.
53 BUNTING, UNIT #13 SUN. 2-4 PM
$209,800 — You deserve a low maintenance
lifestyle! Over 1,150 sq.ft. condo and shows beautifully. Open concept with cathedral ceilings. Corner
gas fireplace, 5-piece ensuite off master bedroom.
California shutters, access from garage, private deck.
garden city realty inc., brokerage
*Sales Representative
**Broker
62550888
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
OLA SHETEOLU*
$224,900
—
Gorgeous 3 bedroom, 2-storey,
semi in a beautiful
Brockview
area. This 5-yearold house has
ceramic foyer,
spacious kitchen with dishwasher, fenced
yard with deck. 3 bedrooms upstairs, 4-piece
ensuite and extra bath up. Basement finished.
“NOTE DAY & TIME”
MAZZOLINO REAL ESTATE TEAM
ANGELA MAZZOLINO*
14 JUSTIN
SATURDAY
2:30-4:30 PM
20 MARIA
SAT. 12-2 PM
$389,500
—
Mountainview 3
years
young
house.
Master
bedroom with 4piece
ensuite.
Open
concept
kitchen to dinette. Main floor family room
with gas fireplace, cathedral ceilings, hardwood floors, attached double garage. A must
see! “NOTE DAY & TIME”
65 DORCHESTER,
UNIT #55
SAT. 2:30-4:30 PM
$142,000
—
Immaculate 2-storey
townhouse
with
some major renovations!
Updates
include: new high
efficiency furnace &
C/A, gleaming hardwood floors, ceramic tiles,
neutral decor and crown mouldings. New roof
Feb. ‘07, back patio completely fenced for privacy, plus no rear neighbours! Fully finished basement with rec room and 3rd bath. End unit!
“NOTE DAY & TIME”
NANCY
45 BEACHAVEN SAT. 2:30-4 PM
om the Lake. Gorgeous open concept 2 bedroom bungalow with huge addition on back
of large master bedroom. Must see inside.
Shows beautifully. Arthur to Beachaven.
“NOTE DAY & TIME”
KELLY CLARKE*
13 GREENBRIAR
SUN. 2-4 PM
$307,900 — NEW PRICE! Gorgeous updated
multi-level in great family neighbourhood!
Cathedral ceilings, oak kitchen, main floor great
room, garden doors to deck and beautiful gardens, all freshly painted, new carpets and flooring. Just move in!
www.atalick.com
$159,900
—
Spacious ‘Secord
Woods’ semi, in
immaculate condition!
Features:
1,080 sq.ft., 3+ bedrooms (large master
bedroom), 2 baths,
part finished basement, newer roof, flooring, &
rough-in for fireplace in basement. Sunken living room with patio doors to large rear yard!
Very desirable location! Don’t miss out!
19 MARMORA
SUN. 2-4 PM
$169,000 — EXCLUSIVE! Don’t miss out
nice brick character
home w/2 baths & mn
flr office/4th bdrm, front porch & deck shaded lot,
C/A, paved drive sep. meters used to be duplex, 5
min. to both hwys, 4 whirlpool gold apps incl.,
clothesline, close to bus route, recently painted in
neutral tones, full bsmt. Immed. poss. is possible.
Call Fannon for best results: fanman@remax.net
GRANT*
27 McBRIDE
SUN. 2:30-4:30 PM
7 COMMERFORD, THOROLD SUN. 12-2 PM
$195,500 — Brick/vinyl siding bi-level, 3+1
bdrms, 2 bathrms, finished recrm w/gas FP,
C/A, updated hardwood floors, carpets & vinyl
floors, newer patio doors & deck, fenced
yard, paved drive, shed, 1996 shingles, could
be good Brock rental. “NOTE TIME”
$234,900 — Over
2,200 square feet
of living space.
Finished
basement. 3 bdrms + 4
baths. Lots of
room for another
bedroom. Huge
master bdrm w/walk-in & vaulted ceilings &
ensuite. $11,000 deck put on. High end
upgrades thruout. Hrdwd, ceramics & berber
carpeting. PRICED TO SELL! “NOTE TIME”
46 MARGERY
SUN. 1:30-2:45 PM
$189,900 — In-Law Apartment Down. Modern,
bright and spacious raised bungalow features
bright open concept kitchen, 2 bedrooms & 4
piece bath up. Basement has in-law apartment
with separate entrance. Only 14 years old. Off
Carlton, by Lake. Call Nancy Burtch 905-6411110. “NOTE TIME”
14 MAYFAIR
SUN. 3-4:30 PM
$259,900 — New Price! Spacious 3 bedroom
backsplit located on huge park like setting. Quiet
north end court. Features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths,
huge family room with wall-to-wall fireplace,
custom cherrywood bar and bathroom with
Jacuzzi tub, walk out to ground level. Carlton to
Roehampton to Mayfair. “NOTE TIME”
MARGARET VAIL*
70 MAIN ST., UNIT #306
BY APP’T
$229,900 — Beautiful 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom
condo apartment, minutes walk to Lake Ontario
& great shopping. Cathedral ceilings, gorgeous
white kitchen, in-suite laundry, all appliances
included. 2 parking spots plus storage, freshly
painted, balcony overlooking gardens.
6
WOODRUFF
DRIVE-BY
$329,900
—
Character
and
Charm. Gorgeous
3- storey home in
Queen Mary location, spacious living room with
fireplace, updated kitchen, lovely dining room
with gumwood panelling, hardwood floors,
completed loft area.
GILLAN*
172 MARTINDALE, UNIT #45 SUN. 2-4 PM
$339,900 — “Village on the Twelve”, end unit bungalow, over 2,000 sq.ft. of finished luxury, all upgraded,
maple hardwood flooring & kitchen cabinets, Great
Room is open to kitchen, patio doors to extended balcony, overlooking treed ravine, famrm in lower level
with 2nd set of patio doors to rear concrete patio,
California shutters and gas f/p + + +. “NOTE TIME”
1 BRUCEHILL CRT.
SUN. 2-4 PM
$479,000 — Off Erion & Francis Creek. 3,200
sq.ft. custom-built 2-storey offering 5+ bedrooms,
main floor has 1 large bedroom with 3- pc. bath,
perfect for in-laws, hardwood & ceramics throughout. Oak kitchen with granite counter tops, built-in
appliances overlooks rear yard. 16’x32 heated
pool, 3-piece outdoor bath attached to pool house.
66 ROYAL YORK
sb
CO
MM
is 4 ISS
% ION
BY APPOINTMENT
$325,000 — Lakefront St! A beautiful larger than
average 4-level backsplit w/walkout to 22’x 42’ heated Romanesque inground pool, dbl attached garage
& parking for six. Nicely laid-out property with good
room sizes. Premium north of Lakeshore location.
Enjoy entertaining? Check this one out! Call Jim
Fannon for best results: fanman@remax.net
STAN
AUGUSTYN*
44 HILLGARDEN RD.
DRIVE-BY
$207,900 — New Price! Brick bungalow on
escarpment. 3 bedrooms, hardwood floors, dining room, Florida room. Updated furnace, central air, some windows, detached garage, large
fenced yard. Close to Brock and bus route. See
pictures: www.stanaugustyn.com
TONY
MAMBELLA*
NICK ATALICK SR.*
EMILY
5659 MONTROSE,
NIAGARA FALLS
SUN. 2-4 PM
$176,900
—
Between
Thorold
Stone & Lundy’s
Lane. Fabulous 50’x200’ lot. Well-built 1.5storey, upper bachelor apartment with separate
entrance. Main floor has 2 bedrooms and main
floor family room addition, hardwood floors,
great basement, rec room and laundry, 7 appliances, included newer furnace. “NOTE DAY”
sb
CO
MM
is 4 ISS
% ION
BURTCH**
163 HIGHLAND SUN. 12-1:15 PM
$232,900 — Old Glenridge! Quality built 3+1
bedroom brick 1.5-storey with detached garage,
features eat-in kitchen, formal DR, LR with woodburning fireplace, 2-pc. bath main, 4-pc. bath up,
C/A, appliances negotiable, large deep lot backing
onto Burgoyne Woods. Shows well! Glenridge
to Forest Hill to Highland. “NOTE TIME”
ATALICK TEAM*
JIM FANNON*
49 OXFORD
SUN. 2-4 PM
BRYAN
16 SQUIRES GATE
SUN. 2-4 PM
$274,500 — Beautifully maintained 2-storey home
on quiet cul-de-sac. 3+ bdrms, 3 baths, fin. rec
room w/gas FP. Spacious foyer w/ceramic flooring.
Eat-in kitchen, dining room, large side deck. Pool
w/stamped concrete surrounding. Security system, C/A, newer furnace & roof. Note size of park
size yard (238.96’ deep). “NOTE DAY & TIME”
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67 LINWELL,
UNIT #15
SUN. 2-4 PM
$219,900 — North
End Condo — Priced
to Sell! Prestigious
Pineridge Estates. 2
large bedrooms, 2.5 baths, ensuite, whirlpool tub,
finished basement, wood-burning fireplace, wet
bar, attached garage, C/A, C/V, inground pool, quick
possession, 4-ft. extension to original floor plan.
NARGIS
IRANI**
SUN. 2-4 PM
$279,000 — Royal Henley bi-level features
many “Sheldon” renos over the years, eat-in
kitchen, dining room with French doors,
built-ins in family room, completed billiards
room, second bath, landscaped back yard
backing onto Jaycee Park.
BOB
CORNELIUS*
8 CAPTAIN TENBROCK DRIVE-BY
$449,000 — Private setting for this nice 2- storey
open concept home on quiet cul-de-sac in upscale
area. Main floor master bedroom with ensuite.
Stairway in garage to rec room & 4th bedroom
down. 4 bathrooms, deck with spa. Shingles 2006.
Don’t miss this. Call Bob to view 905-641-1110.
5 THE CEDARS
SUN. 2-4 PM
$269,900 — Light, bright and uplifting. Newly
decorated split-level bungalow in quiet north
end
neighbourhood.
Unique
interior,
professionally finished basement. 2 fireplaces,
updated windows and roof. Spacious private
yard. Immediate occupancy!
ROSEMARY
IGGULDEN*
47 HILLCREST AVE.
SUN. 2-4 PM
$487,000 — Old Glenridge! This unique 4
bedroom home with art deco elements has a
number of distinct features: Stone exterior,
glass panels in 3 of the 5 bathrooms. Oak panelling and detailed mouldings. Gorgeous home!
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1128 CREAM, FENWICK
Stately heritage home filled with character
on 100’ lot. Majestic trees, gorgeous back
yard, large principal rooms, main floor
library with gas fireplace, high ceilings,
beautiful trim & baseboards, newer roof,
windows, furnace & bathroom. Don’t miss
this one! Open House hosted by
MARGARET ANN GIGANTI* & PENNY
GAMBLE* Call BILL ARMSTRONG*
905-834-9000 for more information.
New bungalow townhomes starting at
$279,900 to $359,000 over looking 12
Mile Creek with walkout from basement
& vaulted ceilings. Quality built by
Kenmore Homes.
Meet
HARV
EMMERTON*
or call STAN
MUNROE*
905-937-6000
FIRST OPEN HOUSE! No rear neighbours,
open concept custom built brick bungalow. 3
bedrm, 2 bath. Great rm, gas fireplace, main
floor laundry, 1.5 car garage, only 10 yrs old.
Take Welland Rd to Haist, right
on Beckett to Darby Lane.
Meet
JO-ANN/ALLAN
GILBERT*, ROSEMARY
MEALING * 905-988-6620
MODEL HOME NOW OPEN. Located on Martha
Court in Fenwick. “The Orchards” offers full
municipal services & convenient access to Reg
Rd 24 & QEW. Choose from many lots and
styles to be built by Dehaan Homes.
Mn flr laundry, c/air, lot frontage
from 64’ - 78’. Select a lot and
model that suits your needs!
ANN GLEDHILL* 905-892-0222
MLS#2077819 anngledhill.com
Immaculate 3+ bdrm. bungalow;
ideal in-law suite with 2nd kitchen,
whirlpool tub, garage, nice lot!
Great north end location.
Avail. Immediately.
RUTH WOELFL*
905-688-4561 or
905-682 6849
FOR LEASE: CHARACTER HOME IN FENWICK.
Updated 3 bedroom home situated on an acre of
rolling land with mature trees. Spacious kitchen
with maple cabinets and built-in dishwasher; mn
flr family rm; c/a; c/vac; patio doors
off dinette lead to patio; amazing
trim work; laundry hook up on
2nd flr. Can be leased long term.
Call ANN GLEDHILL* for detail
905-892-0222 MLS®#NEW
$99,000
SUN. 2-4 PM $129,900
SUN. 2-4 PM $134,900
SUN. 2-4 PM $139,000
BY APPT. $139,900
SUN. 2-4 PM $154,900
SUN. 1-3 PM
1 EDMUND
11 HILLVIEW ROAD
34 PARKVIEW ROAD
110 CARLTON STREET
Cute 2 bdrm. bungalow on ravine lot
backing onto 12 Mile Creek.
Spacious eat-in kitchen, beautifully
remodeled in Oct/06, living rm with
patio doors. Great starter
or retirement home.
Call
ANGELA ABRAMS*
905-401-5535
Beautifully
maintained
2
bedroom bungalow with walk up
attic, updates galore - roof,
windows, floor inc. etc ...
Quick Possession.
Meet
ED BROWN*
905-734-4545
Sweet 3 bdrm 1.5 storey home on a
good size tree shaded lot and set
back in nicely from the street. Front
& rear decks, main flr. laundry &
large country kitchen.
Meet DAWN
MacMASTERS*/
LINDA MORGAN**
905-688-4561
$154,900
SUN. 2-4 PM $159,900
SUN. 2-4 PM $159,900
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Your chance
to own an
excel. home
in
terrific
a r e a .
Remodeled 2
stry,
3
bedrmsb o a s t s
h/wood - ceramics - custom kitchen newer furnace - roof windows - C/A - 2 tier
deck.
JOANNE TOSELLO*
1-888-205-7010
www.dreamshappen.ca
SUN. 2-4 PM $159,900
185 DORCHESTER BLVD. #103
3 LONGFELLOW
Large ground floor 2 bdrm condo
with sep. dining rm, large eat-in
kitchen, in-suite laundry AND your
own priv. garage!
C/air, 6
appliances,
flexible
possession. Call
RICK HAWES**
905-321-3999 for details/
showing 905-321-3999
Duplex with 2 two-bdrm units,
well maintained with loads of
renovations, new furnace in ‘06,
central air, lge. lot and
more!
Call
JOHN FURNIVAL**
905-688-4561
BY APPT. $173,500
SUN. 2-4 PM $184,900
SUN. 2-4 PM
52 LOUIS AVENUE
10 DIANNE DRIVE
7 IVY AVENUE
82 CARRIAGE ROAD
15 SPRUCE
37 DUNBLANE
VENDOR MOTIVATED! Beautiful 3 bdrm semi in
great north end family location recently renovated
throughout & shows like new. Just move in!
Gleaming new laminate flrg. throughout, lovely
neutral décor, lrge modernized kitchen,
C/A, fully fenced yard, close to
schools, park, canal, walking path
and shopping. Shows very well.
Don’t miss this one! SUSAN
GRAHAM* 905-688-4561
Semi detached 4 level backsplit in a great
family neighborhood very close to good
school. Some updates include ceramics,
laminate, 800 series doors. Third level
walkout plus patio doors from
kitchen to side patio. Fully
fenced private yard, cute
garden shed. Immediate
possession.
DOROTHY
HAMM* 905-321-2249
GREAT NEIGHBOURHOOD! GREAT
PRICE. Charming 2 bedroom bungalow
in Secord Woods. Close to Pic Leeson
Park. Eat-in kitchen, formal dining room,
hardwood under all carpets on
main floor. Detached garage.
Meet HENNY DIDRIKSENCOWHERD* or call
905-937-6000
www.soldbyhenny.com
Semi-det’d. bungalow in Secord
Woods. Fully fin. bsmt. currently
rented with owner living upstairs.
Perfect for in-laws, students, or
investment property.
Call
RICK HAWES**
for details/showings.
905-688-4561.
3 bedrm, 2 story classic family home
located close to schools, shopping and
QEW. Hardwood throughout. updated
windows, shingles, furnace, C/A. Full
unspoiled high and dry
basement.
Detached
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905-941-4668
Cozy 2 bdrm. bungalow on a great
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room and nice covered front
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66 LAMPMAN CRESCENT
20 BUSS COURT
34 HEMLOCK STREET
505 GRANTHAM AVENUE
74 PARNELL ROAD
94 LAFAYETTE DRIVE
Detached 2 storey in Confederation Heights.
This 22 yr old home has lots of potential. 3
bdrms, 1-1/2 baths, eat-in kitchen, plus dining
rm. Finished rec rm w/ gas wood stove-style
fireplace and custom designed bar.
Roof resurfaced in 2002,
attached garage and 2-tier
deck. C/vac and all appl. incl.
Meet ANDREA STUBBINGS* or
call 905-937-6000
Freehold Townhouse w/att garage
3+ bedrms, ceramic floors, patio
doors leading to large 18’x12’ deck.
Great investment opportunity close
to university and bus
route.
Call
MARIO PERELLA*
905-988-8388
Just listed! You have to see this stunning
bi-level. Large open living room, beautiful
kitchen with patio doors to deck and yard.
Backing onto Bruce trail! Brand new rec room
down with big bright windows!
Central air, attached garage, and
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meet JOHNNY MacDONALD*
this Sunday 905-688-4561
3 plus 1 bedroom bi-level has been
very well maintained. Most windows
replaced. New shingles in 2006.
Basement has walk-out to garage.
Gas fireplace in rec room.
Sunroom. Fenced rear
yard. Meet
SUSAN DICK*
or call 905-937-6000
Clean, well cared for home with four
level’s. North end location close to
schools and parks. Large rooms
with carpet over hardwood floors.
Big kitchen and beautiful
property. See you there!
Meet
TOM POWELL*
905-938-0244
Beautiful 3 bedroom 1200 sq ft backsplit
in sought after north end location! Large
rec-room in lower level with gas
fireplace and walk out under covered
porch to a 16x32 inground pool
in park like setting. Crushed
stone driveway w/room for
6 cars. A MUST SEE! Meet
EARL ALTON*
or call 905-937-6000
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excellent school, huge fully New concept liv. rm/din. with cath. Ceiling, large vaulted
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2 ALAN CRES., FONTHILL
7 BARANIUK
#27-172 MARTINDALE ROAD
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905-688-4561
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rm with cathedral ceiling,
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Call
TED GALOTTA*
905-892-0222 for details.
Great family home in a great family area. Hardwood
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Large spacious rooms, 3 bedrooms, family room,
deck, pool and so much more. Maintenance free
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MARSICO**/
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905-688-4561
Ravine setting on Merritt walking
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8 KENNY CT., THOROLD
#27-172 MARTINDALE ROAD
2030 HOLLOW ROAD
This home is all about family fun,
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old & loaded with extra features. Solid
wood flrs, cathedral ceilings, stone F/P
& open stairway! 3 bdrms &
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JAMES O’CONNOR*
905-468-7700
IMMACULATE HOME IN THOROLD. Custom built
by Luchetta & expertly finished on both
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to a deck. Hardwood floors & gas fireplace in
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Italian ceramic floor in foyer and
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905-892-0222 MLS#2082999
RAVINE SETTING!
Beautifully
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56 TIMBER CREEK, FONTHILL
1890 EFFINGHAM, PELHAM
1693 RICE ROAD
1170 CENTRE ST., FENWICK
Two storey in prestigious Timber Creek.
Warm & spacious open concept home sitting
on a great lot with mature trees. Kitchen
offers triple doors to a large deck, great room
open to dining area & great view
of back yard. Lots of natural
light fills this elegant home call BILL OLIVER* today
905-708-4460
direct
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NEW PRICE! LUXURIOUS RURAL SETTING with
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Nearly 2 acres of unobstructed beauty
compliment 2200 sq ft of well planned
living, including 2 baths, 3 bedrms
open kitchen, family room w/fireplace,
large dining room, sun rm,
part fin. basement, dbl
garage & concrete drive.
Meet
KEN MARTIN*
905-892-0222
New Price! Rare opportunity to own
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barn, covered porch, ponds and
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newer well hidden from
view of the main road.
Meet
RICHARD BROWN*
905-734-4545
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Does anything grow in the shade of a
black walnut?
PHOTO SPECIAL
WALNUT
from page 2
5
4. True. Black walnut is not the same as the
Persian walnuts we buy in the store, but it is
edible and, from what I’ve read, has good
flavour. It is very difficult to extract from the
tough shell, though, which is why it isn’t
available commercially.
5. True. Walnuts’ deep and wide-reaching
roots make them a good slope stabilizer.
6. False. Armed only with a dime-store nutcracker, it may seem like the wall of a walnut
is impenetrable; the name, however, comes
from the old English for foreign nut because
the nuts came from Italy or further abroad.
The Latin name for the genus, Juglans, means
Jove’s nut — the sweet meat was considered a
nut fit for the king of gods.
7. True. The white walnut is better known as
butternut. These superb trees are under threat
of extinction from a fungus that causes canker.
It’s estimated that 90 percent of North American butternuts have the fungus. Butternuts in
groves have a greater tendency to the disease
than those standing alone in a back yard.
8. False. There is a strain of black walnut
hardy to Zone 3 — that includes all the more
populous parts of Ontario.
9. False. Good heavens, no! For one thing,
with several plants susceptible to poisoning
from the juglone in the wood and bark, black
walnut makes a lousy mulch. For another, the
timber from a mature black walnut can make
the felled tree worth thousands of dollars. The
wood is highly prized for its dark colour,
hardness and tight grain.
10. True. The Persian walnut (Juglans regal)
is sometimes called English though its native
habitat extends from the Balkans through
southwest China. A couple of centuries ago,
Persian walnut commerce was widely controlled by English merchant marines.
8-10 correct: Sometimes you feel like a nut.
5-7 correct: Sometimes you don’t.
Fewer than 5 correct: Your head is a nut-free
zone.
Big garden ideas can sprout
in small spaces
The Canadian Press
Y
ears of wearing out the asphalt,
plodding between a fluorescentlit office and a Formica-laden
apartment, can make city dwellers feel
more than a little removed from
nature.
When your last dirt-beneath-the-fingers experience was being splashed by
a bus driving too close to the sidewalk,
it might be time to remember the therapeutic properties of gardening.
But for urban residents who fear their
minuscule or nonexistent yards rule out
gardening, be encouraged: Big arranging ideas can sprout in small spaces.
Here are a few suggestions.
THE CONTAINER GARDEN
Getting a diverse plant mix is key to
creating an eye-catching potted garden,
whether rooted in an easy-to-water
hanging basket or in a window planter
on public display.
Ellen Zachos, an instructor at the New
York Botanical Gardens, advised an
audience at the last Philadelphia
Flower Show to use the
“thriller, filler, spiller”
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approach to gardening in containers,
for multiple levels of interest.
The thriller should be a dramatic vertical plant, like an upright cactus, that
sets the horticultural scene. Lush vegetation such as Creeping Jenny, that
flows over the front of the container,
serves as the spiller. And the filler is
everything in-between: mid-sized flowering or leafy plants, like lobelia, that
draw the eye from the thriller to the
spiller.
Make the container look lush by planting tightly, with leaves intertwining
and bulbs, if used, almost touching.
Tip: Water until the water pours
through the holes in the container’s
bottom to ensure that roots grow all the
way down.
into bright flowers and elephant ears
put out equally brilliant leaves, which
also sprout in the shade, with a bit less
colour. Water hyacinths make a purpleblossomed floater for water-level planting; papyrus and horsetail shoot above
the water, even in shaded areas.
Lined baskets, plastic tubs, dishpans
or clay pots will hold plants within the
larger water display. Check with a local
gardening specialist to determine ideal
underwater depth for each plant. Bricks
or stones in the outer barrel or container can help raise individual plants to
the correct height.
A fountain providing the tranquil
sound of moving water is a great addition to water gardens set up close to an
outlet. For more freedom in placing the
garden, try a solar-powered fountain.
THE WATER GARDEN
Ponds and waterfalls give a peaceful
feeling. A small-space landlubber can
recreate that serenity in a whiskey barrel or clay pot with a watertight liner.
Like their earthbound cousins, nautical plants perform differently based on
whether they’re placed in the sun or
shade. For sunny areas, canna blossom
GARDEN IDEAS
continues on page 7
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GARDEN IDEAS from page 6
Note: Water-bound perennials need to
stay frost-free in the winter. They can be
zipped in plastic bags and stored in a
cool location until green spikes start to
pop out in the spring.
THE HERB GARDEN
This container favourite has it all: elegance, fragrance and flavour.
Most herbs respond well to transplanting and can be purchased in a
starter pot to be moved to a container.
Parsley, sage, rosemary, thyme, basil
and chives all work this way. Cilantro,
however, is averse to transplanting and
must be started from seed.
Most herbs can grow placidly side-byside in the same container. The more
aggressive mint and oregano are exceptions and need their own pots to prevent them from crowding out more delicate spices.
A little basic arithmetic is required for
raising healthy herbs. Each plant generally needs 15 centimetres of growing
space, so divide the container accord-
ingly. A 90-centimetre container can
hold six herbs, for example. When
planting the herbs, leave five to 10 centimetres of space between the top of the
soil and the rim of the box, as the soil
may rise slightly during watering.
Tip: It may drive sales people crazy,
but check the herbs’ roots at the garden
centre before buying. They should be
white and unbroken. Don’t buy a plant
if its roots are brown or smell woody.
Herbs crave natural light, so consider
growing them in a box outside the
kitchen window. That way, they get
their sun while staying accessible for
spur-of-the-moment culinary needs.
THE GROW BAG GARDEN
The down-home favourite that most
city folks assume they have to forgo is
the vegetable garden, but growing
tomatoes as sweet as the ones from
your mother’s back yard is possible
with the help of grow bags.
These are simply bags of soil to set up
on concrete side yards, apartment terraces or any place where there’s no natural dirt. Tomatoes, zucchini, eggplant
and peppers all work in grow bags, as
do herbs. The bags can be useful for
planning when you’re still deciding
where to establish a permanent garden.
To set up, make a teepee of dowels, or
put up a tomato cage for growing support. Then plant carefully. Make sure
the roots are not exposed, but don’t
bury the plant so deeply that the stem
gets suffocated.
Cut holes in the bags to let excess
water drain, because frequent watering
is needed. A drip-irrigation system can
ensure plants get enough water while
minimizing the amount of time you
spend bent over a heavy watering can.
“I know the irrigation system can
sound like a big investment and hassle,” Zachos said, “but starter kits are
inexpensive and can free up so much of
your time.”
Finally, if the bags’ garish colours
clash with your earthy deck chairs, surround them in black garbage bags to
tone them down and trap in heat.
At the end of the season, cleanup will
be easy: Just throw out the grow bags or
dump their contents in a compost heap.
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65 Lowell Avenue,
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40 The Meadows,
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309 Scott Street, St. Catharines
8110 Michael Street, Niagara Falls
8827 Roosevelt Ave., Niagara Falls
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$324,900
Sun. 2-4 pm
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$244,900
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$214,900
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$257,900
New Price! Beautiful, walk-in
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Quality brick house with upgrades. 3 bdrm
traditional, hdwd flrs, lovely landscaping.
10 Pearl Ann Dr., St. Catharines
$379,000
Stunning bungalow on desirable treed
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beautifully manicured gardens.
20 Mulberry Lane, Niagara-on-the-Lake
$379,000
New custom home in desirable Oak
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$434,900
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70 Hillcrest, St. Catharines Just reduced.
Located in old Glenridge on a quiet street
backing onto 12 Mile Creek with a spectacular
water view. Updates include
new kitchen, both bathrooms,
roof (06), finished rec room &
hardwood floor are refinished.
Offered at $314,900.
Guy Gray* in attendance
ROBERT CAPREDONI** DIRECT 905-401-5121
GUY GRAY
5 East Hampton, St. Catharines
Great southend location. $227,500. 3 + 3
bedrooms, 2 baths, all new windows, newer
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Come and meet
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2-4 P
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17 Doncaster , St. Catharines - $159,900
Very unique home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths,
finished basement, new
shingles 2005, new furnace
2004, central air 2000, newer
carpet and laminate. Robert
Capredoni* direct at 905-4015121
M
2-4 P
SAT
8 Lundy’s Lane - St. Catharines - $88,500
Great starter close to downtown hospital.
Plenty of character. Needs
T.L.C. 3 bedroom. Nice yard.
Appliances included.
Robert Capredoni*
direct at 905-401-5121
M
1-3 P
SUN
135 Rykert St, St. Catharines - $239,900
Absolutely stunning! This spacious 4 level back split offers
nearly 2,000sq.ft. of quality living space. Features incl. 4
bedrms, 2 full baths, extra large eat-in
kitchen overlooking remodeled family
w/wood burning F/P, new carpeting &
laminate flooring last 2 months, new roof
shingles June (07), fully repainted in
neutral tones.
Tony VanderKlis* at 905-646-2121
M
2-4 P
SUN
72 Arthur, St. Catharines Location-location. Only 2 block
to the lake and municipal beach. Enjoy the low
maintenance of this 2 storey Victorian style home only 13
years old. Open concept design.
Kitchen with breakfast bar. Large
master bedroom with ensuite
priviledge. Detached 1.5 car garage
with 220 amp servie. Rec room, C/V,
C/A. All this for only $229,900.
Rodney Barron* in attendance.
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SUN
249 Russell, St. Catharines
Great 3 + 1 bedroom home with
spectacular garage for the enthusiast or
home businessman. Inlaw
potential. Most updates done.
This one is worth a look!
Asking $209,900
Meet Al Hines*
17 Jones, St. Catharines
Wonderfully updated 2 bedroom bungalow
with carport. Nothing to do but move in.
Asking $139,000
Come meet Al Hines*
M
2-4 P
SUN
63 Concord, Oakridge Estates, Fonthill
This spacious home offers 2900 sqft of finished living
space w/hardwd flrs & vaulted ceilings, 3 spacious
bedrms & 3 baths. Oak kitchen features centre island
& garden door to lanai for outdoor
living. Lower level rec room walkout to private backyard w/kidney
shaped pool and stamped patio.
Potential for gracious in-law suite.
Asking $419,800 Come view it!
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905-646-2121
19 Wiley St., St. Catharines-OFFERED AT
$199,900. Lovely character home with
charming ambiance. Tasteful décor. Lots
of natural hardwood floors
and trim. Move in condition
Allan Lent* 905-356-9100
ALLAN LENT*
905-646-2121
5 PM
1-2:4
SUN
RODNEY BARRON* 905-646-2121
AL HINES*
78 Carlton St, St. Catharines First open house!
A great starter home with many updates including
kitchen & bath (06) with slate flooring, windows,
deck (05), and new flooring
throughout (06), neutral décor
throughout. Detached 1.5 car
garage converted to workshop.
Asphalt driveway fits 3 cars. A
must see. Offered at $149,900.
Guy Gray* in attendance.
GUY GRAY
TONY VANDERKLIS* AT 905-646-2121
M
2-4 P
SUN
905-646-2121
ROBERT CAPREDONI** DIRECT 905-401-5121
LOUIS RICHARD* 905-401-SOLD (7653)
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2-4 P
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*Salesperson
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905-646-2121
BARBARA GRUMME* 905-356-9100
OPEN HOUSE SUN. 2-4
177 Lake St., St. Catharines - Move right in to this beautifully
remodeled 2/3 bdrm. bung. New price $169,900
Gail Fraipont* direct 650-6500
461 East Main St., Welland - Neat & clean 2 bdrm. home w/4
appliances. $99,000 Brigitte Paschert* 892-2632
905-356-9100
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just as enamoured with green buzzwords as the food and fashion worlds
have, and “sustainable wood” is one of
the most common marketing cries.
(Crate and Barrel makes that particular
sofa for earth out of not just wood that
is certified by the Sustainable Forestry
Initiative but also from “revolutionary,
bio-based materials that are environmentally renewable.”)
Some wood, of course, is more sustainable than others. Here’s what you
need to know.
◆ Generally, sustainable wood means
wood harvested from carefully managed forests or reclaimed from old
buildings or furniture.
“There are a number of programs that
certify the way timber is cut down and
used,” said Deb Snoonian, executive
editor of Plenty magazine, which covers green topics. “They have guidelines
on how forests should be managed and
the idea is that you never want to clearcut a forest.”
◆ Look for proper certification, often
in the form of a label.
The most stringent of these programs,
she said, is run by the Forest Stewardship Council. “The FSC guidelines are
the ones most environmental groups
trust,” Snoonian said.
The FSC offers a searchable database
of certified vendors, says Katie Miller,
the organization’s U.S. communications
director.
◆ Ask where the wood comes from.
Even without certification, customers
can assume that most wood grown in
North America is likely to be harvested
in an environmentally safe way, said
Ron Jarvis, vice-president of environmental innovation at The Home Depot,
which sells some FSC-certified wood.
“If you’re buying Southern yellow
pine or redwood or cedar, probably it’s
OK without certification,” he said.
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Be careful with woods which may
have been harvested in countries lacking stringent environmental rules,
Jarvis added.
“If you’re going in to buy a wood
product and you’re not familiar with
the name or it’s a name that usually
means rain forest, like teak, ask for an
FSC-certified product,” he said
Bill Banzhaf, president of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative, one of the country’s largest certifying organizations,
says the more customers ask about sustainable wood, the more it will create a
market for good practices.
“There is a great deal of material out
there. Sometimes it’s not labeled
because a manufacturer doesn’t want to
confuse the consumer, or wants to support their own brand.”
Besides certification, Banzhaf says the
SFI’s program also trains loggers —
97,000 so far — to harvest wood in an
environmentally safe way.
◆ Check out products made from
bamboo.
It’s a fast-growing wood, so bamboo
forests replenish themselves quickly.
And it requires little pesticide or fertilizer. It works well for lightweight items
like decorative tables, but may not be a
25 ROEHAMPTON
OPEN HOUSES
&
DRIVE BYS
$209,900
FULLY
RENOVATED HOME on the
ravine. Open Concept,
hardwood floors, large
rooms, laundry on second
floor. Great Views. Meet
Joy Martin. 905-9358001.
MOMENTUM
REALTY
BROKERAGE
905-935-8001
9 HOMEWOOD ST.
353 Lake St.
3550 Schmon
Parkway, Unit 3
Thorold
*Sales Representative
**Broker
***Broker of Record
22 HANSON DRIVE
8 HAMILTON BLVD.
38 HENRIETTA STREET
www.therightagent.com
62550315
NOTE TIME: SUN. 1:00 - 2:30 15 WINFIELD CT.
Reduced to $249,900 - Pt.
Robinson, Thorold. 8 yr. old
brick bung, cathedral ceilings,
skylight, beautiful kit, hot tub,
sauna, pond, 2+2 bdrms, 3
baths, dble attached grge, much
more. Off Allanport, Canby.
Gary Abrahams.
SUN. 2:00 - 4:00
$199.900 - Close to Brock
University & Pen Centre. Try Your
Offer on this 3 bdrm bungalow
with 2 baths, recreation rm,
hardwd flrs, c/air, fireplace, & large
backyard. Immediate possession
possible. MLS#2081034.
Carol Lotz.
SUN. 2:00 - 4:00 39 SPRUCESIDE, FONTHILL
$227,900 - Attractive 3 bdrm, 2 bath
backsplit in Thorold South. Eat-in
kit. & din rm. Fin. rec rm w/walk-out
to private deck & park-like fenced
yard. Shingles-03, furnace-05. Easy
access to Niagara Falls, Hamilton &
St. Catharines.
Meet Irena
Hammond* or call 905-935-8001.
NOTE TIME: SUN. 1:30 - 3:30
$239,900
GREAT
LOCATION! 4 bdrm, 2 storey
with
attached
garage.
Abundance of hardwd &
ceramic in updated kitchen, 3
baths & main floor laundry.
Come meet Maureen Young*
or call 905-935-8001.
NOTE TIME: SUN. 3:00 - 4:30 7155 HARRIMAN ST., NIAGARA FALLS
$269,900 - Off Roehampton.
Freshly painted, new oak
floors, 1,300 sq. ft. backsplit, 4
levels finished, walkout patio
doors from rec rm, private pieshaped lot, quiet circle, dble
attached garage. Must sell!
Gary Abrahams.
SUN. 2:00 - 4:00 8361 BREADNER CRESCENT
$284,000 - “CHARMING BUNGALOW”
Gardener’s delight! Tiered ravine lot w/annuals &
perennials! Brick bung, 1200 sq.ft; 2+1 bdrms,
formal din rm; sunrm; fam rm; 2 gas FPs; bsemnt
walkout to patio area + lrge wooden deck
overlooking garden. A must see! Call Jean
Holbert-Leighton* 905-935-8001 or call the Real
Estate Hotline 905-646-7761 ID Code 1392.
SUN. 2:00 - 4:00
$167,500 - Renovated
character home with
hardwood floors, large
enclosed porch, downtown
area, 4 car parking. Meet
Michelle Shaw* or call
905-935-8001.
SUN. 2:00 - 4:00 12 MASTERSON DRIVE
$182,900
Sharp
bungalow on large lot with
garage, rec room, 2 baths
and fireplace. Meet Terry
Cox* or call the Real
Estate Hotline 905-6467761 ID Code 1552.
SUN. 2:00 - 4:00 423 MORTON STREET
$224,900 - “FANTASTIC” NORTH-END!
Solid 3 bdrm brick bung, beautiful eat-in
kit., gleaming hardwd flrs. Fin. basement
w/new 2 pc bath, lower rec rm features
gas FP. Move-in condition. Call me,
Nancy Guenard* for a private viewing
905-935-8001 or call the Real Estate
Hotline 905-646-7761 Id Code 2502.
SUN. 2:00 - 4:00
$99,900 - GREAT DEAL!
Cute 2 bedroom bungalow
with spacious living room
and large eat-in kitchen.
Many updates. Perfect for
investment or retirees.
Meet Rene Dick* and try
your offer.
SUN. 2:00 - 4:00 23 CATHERINE STREET
$164,900 - PARADISE AT THE PARK!
This spectacular Semi has the perfect
place for the kids to play with gate
access to the park! Come & see
paradise! Meet Nathan Morrissette*
or call the Real Estate Hotline 905646-7761 ID Code 2682. View more
photos at www.nathansells.com.
SUN. 2:00 - 4:00 14 GREENWOOD
$179,900 - PREMIER OPEN
HOUSE! 2 storey, 3 bdrm corner lot
with C/A, beautiful wood deck &
balcony within walking dist. to the
beach. Meet Minnie Ball* or call
905-646-7761 Box 2362 for more
info & go to www.minnieball.com
for pics on this property.
SAT. 2:00 - 4:00
$104,900 - Reduced to Sell! Clean
2 bdrm apartment. Upgraded with
berber carpet, laminate wood flrs
& newer windows. Condo fee
includes heat, hydro, water, cable
TV & more. Affordable living near
Port Dalhousie. MLS # 2080808.
Carol Lotz.
SUN 2:00 - 4:00 75 ST. GEORGE ST.
$187,500 - Cozy 3 bedroom
bungalow
in
family
neighbourhood. Large eat-in
kitchen. Spacious living room.
Hardwood floors. Meet Lynda
Davis* or call 905-935-8001.
SUN. 1:30 - 3:30 61 ELMA
$148,500
TOTALLY
RENOVATED. Exceptional 3
bedroom home. Master bed with
ensuite. New maple kit. with patio
drs. to large deck, laminate
floors., 1,175 sq. ft. Don’t let this
one fool you, it’s one of a kind.
Louie Vanderberg
29 NORTHGLEN AVENUE
Westlake Plaza
St. Catharines
SAT 1:00 - 3:00 6 WESTLAKE LANE, #105
$219,900-WELCOME TO This 3 bedroom
backsplit in the north-end w/attached
garage, concrete patio, L-shaped living
area, large rec room & much more! Call
Jonas Martin* @ 905-935-8001 or visit
www.jonasmartin.com or call the Real
Estate Hotline 905-646-7761 ID Code
1382.
SAT. 2:00 - 4:00 60 BRUNSWICK
24 HENRIETTA
great choice for something heavier:
“When it’s used in things that need a
lot of strength, you need lots of resins
and fillers to make it strong enough,”
said Snoonian, of Plenty, said. Those
resins and fillers, she said, may not be
environmentally friendly.
◆ Consider buying a product made
from reclaimed wood — wood that previously had been used to make something different.
“Whether it’s a whole building or
parts of a building, or wood is used
from one piece of furniture to the next,”
Snoonian said, “there are a lot of ways
you can repurpose wood that has that
history.”
$199,900 - FAMILY ORIENTED. CHIPPAWA
neighbourhood. Features a 3+2 bdrm solid
brick bung. Easy to clean ceramic tile in kit
& hrdwd flrs thru-out. Completely fin
bsemnt w/wetbar. Splish splash in A/G pool
with newly built deck. Call Nancy Guenard*
905-935-8001 or call the Real Estate
Hotline 905-646-7761 ID Code 2902.
SUN. 2:00 - 4:00
$279,000 - INGROUND POOL! Desirable north end
neighbourhood, spacious 3 bdrm, 2 bath bi-level on
beautiful tree lined street. Many upgrades including
roof, siding, eavestrough, hrdwd flring, renovated
kit. w/granite countertop & backsplash, fin. bsemnt
w/wetbar & gas FP, sunrm, attached grge, dble
drive. Meet Diana Christiansen* or call the Real
Estate Hotline 905-646-7761 ID Code 2132.
DRIVE BY 42 ROCHELLE DRIVE
$244,900 - Owner Motivated.
Spacious multi-level with 3 + 1
bdrms, 2 baths, main flr family rm
with fireplace, large deck,
replacement windows, c/air, above
ground pool, fenced backyard with
pond & shed. Great family home in
nice area. MLS #2081049. Carol Lotz.
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— and plants
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62550649
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E-mail:
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AVMARK REALTY, BROKERAGE
Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated
905-935-7272
MARK AVEDESIAN, Broker of Record
SUNDAY OPEN HOUSES. NOTE TIME
8 BALDWIN CIRCLE
0
90
4,
Thorold
6
$1
1:00-2:30 p.m.
Excellent 2 storey 3 bedroom semidetached in Confederation Heights. Many
updates such as furnace (2007), vinyl
windows, newer laminate flooring, paint
and décor. Mark Avedesian, Broker of
Record in attendance
19 TRAPNELL STREET
0
90
9,
2
$1
St. Catharines 3:00 - 4:30
Lovely 2 bedroom bungalow in great
central location, newer laminate flooring
and neutral dÈcor throughout, detached
garage. Ready to move in.
Mark Avedesian, Broker of Record in
attendance.
MARK’S DRIVE “BUYS”
1 ROYAL MANOR DRIVE
0
90
3,
St. Catharines
Beautiful 3 bedroom backsplit in excellent
northend area, close to schools, shopping
and canal paths. Hardwood floors in living,
dining and bedrooms. Updates such as
roof, windows and décor. Call Mark
Avedesian, Broker of Record for details.
The Associated Press
T
here’s a new “pword” for gardening. Besides planting and pruning, there’s
plumbing — and this new
p-word can help keep
both gardens and wallets
looking nice and green.
Here’s how: You can
OPEN HOUSE SUN 2-4
1327 HAIST ST., FONTHILL
NEW PRICE $198,000
Great Fonthill location, ideal for family or
retirees.Close to schools, churches, easy
access to shopping and highways. Lovely
yard, new furnace and air conditioning, hardwood floors, kitchen updated 2 years ago.
Meet Barbara Morris, Broker MLS 2079604.
Realty Executives
Professional Group Inc.
905-354-7777
62547879
62549346
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$2
By JAMES and MORRIS convert a sprinkler head dering a home can be the
CAREY
into a nifty new drip-irri- origin of a host of water-
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OPEN HOUSES SUNDAY, JULY 8, 2007
PRESTIGIOUS PORT DALHOUSIE
ON QUIET CIRCLE!!
7 CLIFTON COURT
St. Catharines
* Great view of Lake Ont & Toronto skyline from DR
and newly blt 3-season sunroom
* 18 x 32 heated pool w/ new liner and concrete tiles
* Indoor Hot Tub w/ walkout to backyard patio
* Sauna. C/Air, C/Vac
* Loads of updates - New Custom kitchen, windows
and roof.
* Listed at $429,900
PHILIP SHELDON*
In attendance 1 - 3 PM
WELL MAINTAINED
BUNGALOW!!!
36 HILLGARDEN
St. Catharines
* 3 + Bedroom Bungalow close to Brock
& Pen Center
* Deep Lot (154 ft)
* Newer A/C, Furnace, Roof and Paved Drive
* Most Windows Replaced
* 6 Newer Appliances included
* listed at $229,900
PETER KARTASINSKI**
In attendance 2 - 4 PM
Move Right in!!!
* Well Maintained 3 Bedroom Side split
* Just outside the city
* Close to all Conveniences
* 1.5 Acres
* Hardwood Floors. Wood Stove in
Basement
* listed at $359,900
1351 PRESIDENT CRT.
St. Catharines
TOM WALL**
In attendance 2 - 4 PM
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159 LAKE ST #205 - $134,900 - SUN 2-4PM
Very well kept condo, kitchen &
bath renovated in '07,
completely
repainted
throughout. Large master
bedroom with walk-in
closet, new fridge &
dishwasher in '07.
Hardwood floors, central air, insuite laundry.
Meet Ned Coholan*.
4265 SENTANCE AVE, THOROLD - $249,900 - SUN 2-4PM
Must sell this quality 4 level
backsplit, 2400 sq. ft fully
finished w/newer dark oak flring,
newer kit countertops & ceramic
flring, newer 4pc bath
with jacuzzi tub, family
rm with gas fireplace,
walkout to lovely back
yard. Come see and meet Jamie Isherwood*.
5046 PINEDALE AVE, NIAGARA FALLS - $230,000 - SUN 2-4 PM
Great for the growing family. Lrg
4+1 bdrm w/parklike backyard
including outdoor kit. w/Adobe
oven & hottub. Freshly painted
throughout plus lots of
updates. Located in
d e s i r a b l e
Cherrywood Acres. Meet Heather Strachan*.
15 BRUCE HILL CRT - $469,000 - SUN 2-4PM
Executive home in quiet cul-de sac
in Erion Estates. Many outstanding
features make this home truly
exceptional. 3 lrg bdrms plus den
that could be 4th. Lrg kit.
w/center island & plenty
of cupboards, finished
recrm/games rm and all the attention to detail you
would expect. Meet Melani Pyke*.
gation system that will
save wear and tear on
tender young plants and
lower your monthly
water bill. A drip-irrigation system is a conservation measure that will
improve the quality of
the landscape, too.
Replace the regular
sprinkler head with a
low-cost, drip-watering
emitter (water-distribution device). Then plug
one end of a piece of drip
tubing into the emitter
head, and run the drip
tube along the base of
your plants, securing the
other end with a rock or
small stake. Turn it on.
Instead of a flow, you’ll
see only a tiny drip that
will be gentle on both
blooms and plants.
When most of us think
of outdoor watering, we
think of a hose with a
sprinkler on the end or a
sprinkler system. We
think of covering lawn
and garden with an
ample spray of tap water.
Unfortunately,
spray
watering can be extremely wasteful. An average
landscape can consume
more water in a day than
a family of four needs in
a month. And, this type
of watering is not effective for many kinds of
plant growth. Lawns,
trees, shrubs and flowers
all have different needs.
What’s worse, conventional sprinklers that irrigate planting strips bor-
related problems ranging
from mould and mildew
to peeling paint and even
a shifting foundation. The
latter is particularly serious since it can result in
out-of-level floors, difficult-to-open
windows
and doors, and cracks in
walls and ceilings and in
the foundation itself.
So, save water and your
foundation by converting
the sprinkler system bordering the home with a
drip-irrigation or dripwatering system.
Drip-watering systems
have been around for a
long time, but not until
recently
have
they
become readily available
and priced to sell. Now
you can find an entire
area dedicated to dripwatering systems in your
local hardware store or
home centre.
Better manufacturers
offer accurate water-pressure regulators, highquality filters, automatic
inline fertilizing devices,
a broad selection of water
emitters and connectors,
solid and perforated tubing and a variety of
watering heads and flow
reducers.
Prices may range from
US$10 for a basic starter
kit to US$75 for a more
complex system that may
include tubing, emitters,
stakes, watering heads
and flow reducers.
DRIP IRRIGATION
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With the right parts you can
control water usage to within
amazingly accurate tolerances
and fertilize at the same time
without even being there. And a
great advantage of drip systems
is that they don’t have to be
placed deep underground so
installation is easy.
It isn’t necessary, but if you can
afford to include it in your budget, the place to start is with an
electric timer. Most yards can be
controlled with a six-station unit
and they can be purchased on
sale for under US$40. Timers
operate on 110 volts, but use a
very small amount of electricity.
Secondary wires from the timer
are low voltage and run from the
timer to electrically controlled
sprinkler valves. Inline timers
are also available for single line
systems.
In planning a drip system, a
water-pressure regulator is a
must and should be installed
in the water line between the
water supply and the control
valves. Good drip systems rely
on constant, well-regulated water pressure.
Proper pressure ensures
that the emitters will
supply
the
desired
amount of water through
each water-supply tube.
After the control valve,
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$279,900
62550465
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facilities, Hwy 406, priced for quick sale, won’t last.
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the next item in line is the emitter, to regulate water flow and
act as a distribution center for
the drip tubing.
Emitters are available in a wide
variety of litres-per-hour flow.
Emitters are also available in
several different distribution
configurations. Some will supply a single tube only. Others
have two, four and even 12 outlets. That brings up two questions: What do you do if you
need only three drip lines and
you want to purchase just one
emitter? And, what do you do if
you want each of the three tubes
to supply a different amount of
water?
If you need three lines, buy a
four-port emitter and one-port
plug. Port plugs are removable
so that tubes can be added or
subtracted as the landscape is
altered.
If you want one emitter, but
need varying volumes of water,
select an emitter that supplies
the maximum amount of water
that will be needed at any one
tube, and then add flow reducers to the tubes where less water
will be needed.
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650-6
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Larger than it looks! Five beds, two
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UNDERSTANDING THE CLOSING
PROCESS IN A REAL ESTATE DEAL
You saved a downpayment, checked out
neighbourhoods, determined how much
house you can afford and finally, you and
your REALTOR® have found the home you
want to buy.
Many people believe that once an offer is
accepted the real estate transaction is
basically complete. However, there are so
many details that still need to be taken
care of in order to "close the deal."
"Closing the deal" is when the ownership
of the property is transferred from the
seller to you and most times it's also when
you take possession of your home.
Closing takes place once all the parties in
the transaction are satisfied that all the
legal and financial obligations have been
fulfilled. Your REALTOR® and your lawyer
will take care of many of the requirements
and will guide you through the process of
closing.
You will have an active role in this process
too doing things like arranging financing,
home inspections, insurance, change of
address and moving arrangements, but
the first item on your list will be to get a
signed copy of the Agreement of Purchase
and Sale to your lawyer. Your lawyer will
want to see the date you and the seller
agreed upon to close as well as any conditions in the offer.
Conditions in the offer need to be met on
specific dates so it's important that you
begin satisfying them right away. Most
lawyers won't start the closing process
until all of the conditions have been satisfied and waived from the offer. As each
condition is met, your REALTOR® will have
your sign a waiver removing the condition
from the agreement.
Your lawyer will then begin a title search
on the property to be sure the seller has
clear title and can transfer it to you
without a problem. Hydro, gas and
water companies will also be contacted
by your lawyer to ensure there are no
outstanding claims for unpaid bills
before these utilities are transferred to
your name.
Other tasks your lawyer will perform
include gathering reports, certificates and
clearances from various government
offices, ensuring the property taxes are
up-to-date, local zoning and building
restrictions have been met and there are
no outstanding obligations or "liens" on
personal property to be sold with the
house. In other words, your lawyer will
make sure you get what you agreed to
buy.
Finally, your lawyer will review and verify
the draft deed which is the document that
transfers ownership from the seller to you
and deal with any problems should they
arise. A day or two before closing, you will
meet with your lawyer to review and sign
the closing documents. You will be asked
to provide a certified cheque to cover the
costs involved.
On closing day, both lawyers will
exchange documents, keys and cheques
and your deed and mortgage will be registered at the local registry office. If all
goes according to plan, you will be given
the keys to your new home.
For more information about buying a
home, contact the Ontario Real Estate
Association at 1-800-563-HOME for a free
copy of "How to Buy Your Home" or speak
to your local REALTOR®.
You Like, You Trust,
You Know
...your hometown REALTOR .
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Energy efficient
For ALL of these houses will be
Energy Star rated. Not only will they
be rated for energy efficiency, but
will consequently be more cost efficient and more comfortable to live
in.
Niagara's new home builders
are not sitting back and waiting
for the 2010 target date Canada
has set for this move to energy efficiency of new homes. PBG has
already made the move and other
Niagara builders are moving in
the same direction. It's nice to see
they are taking the initiative well
before the year they will have to
meet this same Energy Star level of
performance or the EnerGuide 80
rating.
The 20 PBG condominium townhouses in the up-on-niagara complex will be built behind the company's three detached houses on
Niagara Street, which themselves
meet the standard. The townhouses
will incorporate recycled materials,
on-demand German-designed hot
water systems (so you're not paying
to heat water when you don't need
it), plastic ductwork for heating and
cooling and insulation where you
would not normally find it, such as
the garage door.
Natural gas is the heating and
cooking fuel, of course, which is
both more energy efficient and less
expensive than other fuels, and windows are all low-E argon filled. It's
interesting to note that Energy Star
rated housing reduces greenhouse
gas emissions by about three tonnes
per year, while Canada's goal is for
every household to reduce by one
tonne a year. By this early move to
FEATURE HOME
PHOTOS BY
CHIEF PHOTOGRAPHER
DENIS CAHILL
continued from front
Energy Star housing, Niagara's
new home builders are obviously on
the right track.
In the model home, The SCOTT
design, at 413 Niagara St., you
can see many of the greener
aspects of the up-on-niagara townhouses, which will have both bungalows and two-storey homes.
The model home is a unique twostorey, with open concept main floor
beyond the ceramic-floored foyer.
At right is the kitchen, with designer-styled maple cabinetry, a gas
stove and built-in dishwasher as
well as a two-tier combination
counter/breakfast bar. The laundry
has a stacking washer/drier with
gas fuelled drier. A pantry is located a little further on, before the
room opens out to the living and
dining areas.
Note the lovely soft-toned birch
hardwood floors throughout most of
the main floor, as well as the halogen potlights that are used everywhere.
A gas fireplace draws the eye in
the living room. Angled across one
corner, it makes excellent use of
space and also provides for a mantelpiece big enough to accommodate a plasma television.
A deck is currently being built outside the garden door off the living
room. Big windows in both living
and dining rooms bring in lots of
natural light.
The master bedroom is located on
the main floor and has a big ensuite
bathroom with one-piece Mirolin
tub and shower enclosure. Moen
pressure balance faucets are also
energy efficient, and while you're in
there, take a look at the double
crown mouldings in the bathroom!
The same moulding is seen in the
two-piece washroom on this floor.
It's unique touches such as this that
have earned PBG its reputation for
excellence. The nine-foot ceiling and
two big double closets are bonuses
in the bedroom.
On the wall outside the master
bedroom is a neat control set-up for
the main mechanics of the house,
such as humidity level, fireplace and
fan and timer. It also shows the
heating and cooling of the house,
so you can program time and day
you want it turned on. The house is
also pre-wired for a security system
and has central air conditioning as
standard features. There is also a
rough-in for central vacuum.
The basement is ready to finish
but is fully insulated and divided
into what could be a home office or
rec room and another bedroom.
The ceiling is 8.5 feet high and
there's a rough-in for another bathroom as well as another laundry.
The concrete floor was saw-cut, so
there are none of the usual hairline
cracks. There's a manifold system
by the forced air gas furnace to
allow easy access to gas valve connections for all gas appliances. And
there's that tiny control box for the
on-demand hot water system - not a
hot water tank in sight - so you only
pay for the amount of water you
heat and you will never run out of
hot water!
Now look up into the ceiling and
you will see the plastic waterline
system. It's quiet to run - virtually a
silent system, with no clanking or
banging. The floors are silent, too,
as they are all screwed as well as
nailed down. Another thing to check
out is the sump pump, with its
innards underground and so invisible — no unsightly pipes.
Now head upstairs and onto the
second floor, where a sitting room is
situated outside the two bedrooms.
The bedrooms both have walk-in
closets and ensuite access to the
bathroom, though the toilet and
bath have a privacy door, so the
two washbasins can be used independently.
Another unique touch: Switches have been positioned beside
the beds for easy control of bedside lamps and there's wiring and
control for a television.
DETAILS
SIZE
1,750 square feet
SPECIAL FEATURES
An Energy Star house
Energy and cost efficient
Unique open concept main floor
Crown mouldings
Birch hardwood floors
Built-in
dishwasher
and
microwave included in price
LISTING AGENT
Lucy Continelli
PBG Homes
PRICE
$289,900
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f you turn on a faucet and all you
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It’s there to mix air into the water
stream and to provide an even,
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all kinds of debris, from rust particles to calcium deposits. Over time,
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leaving only a dribble or weak pressure.
The solution is an easy one. First:
To unscrew the aerator, wrap it
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Items for the home:
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Hyped kitchen products, surfer furniture
By JOAN BRUNSKILL
The Associated Press
H
ighly hyped kitchen products
often disappoint. That’s the
message in Consumer Reports’
2007 August issue, in its annual
kitchen package. The magazine’s tests
found shortcomings in many highly
promoted, costly items. Often an old
standard proved the better choice.
Robert Markovich, the magazine’s
home and yard editor, pointed to
sometimes unimpressive overall performance of new multifunction appliances, as one example. With something like a multimedia refrigerator,
“You should really be sure it’s good at
its primary job,” he said. That may be
all you need from it.
The magazine’s 10 most-hyped
kitchen products list also includes prostyle ranges, turbocharged dishwashers, and pricey faucets and sinks.
The editors also warn of watching
the word “green” carefully.
Markovich’s advice: “Enter into it
with your eyes open, be aware of all
the pros and cons,” and with green
products “remember, you still have to
take performance into account.”
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FURNITURE: Seating from a surfer.
Consistent with its California roots,
Maku Furnishings combines a highspirited surfing connection with environmental awareness — and makes
wood furniture mostly intended for
outdoor use.
The new company, based in Carlsbad, Calif., was founded by Johnny
West, a surfer and action-sports industry veteran, and Mike Johnson, his
business partner. Their brand team
includes a couple of professional
surfers and a snowboarder, in keeping
with the company’s grown-up Gen
Xers’ sporty lifestyle and outlook.
Maku’s furniture is designed in
Encinitas, Calif., and made in Java
from sustainable Indonesian teak,
reclaimed or plantation-grown. The
company says it is a member of One
Per cent for the Planet, an international alliance of businesses who donate
one per cent of sales to environmental
organizations worldwide. Maku also
runs a scholarship program for young
people in Bali, to promote the benefits
of a good education.
“The ample production availability
and truly artisan Indonesian craftsmanship as well as natural resources
and, of course, great waves led me to
Indonesia,” West explained by e-mail,
adding lightheartedly: “I say this in
jest but one of the underlying reasons
why we started this company was to
help fund our global surf exploration
and enjoy the incredible surf Indonesia
has to offer.”
Among Maku’s chairs, chaises and
tables introduced at the International
Contemporary Furniture Fair in New
York City in May, one piece has its
own distinction: a lounge chair in a
limited edition of 250.
The typically simple
modern design has an
understated
extra
detail: hand-carved
panels
depicting
frangipani flowers are
set under the arms on
each side of the chair
(price US$1,399).
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Growing perennials from seed offers
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The fact is, you need plenty of plants to
make a bold show with any kind of perenho thinks of planting flower seeds nial flower. You could, of course, just drithis time of year? Not many garden- ve over to the nursery and fill up your
ers. Yet now is an ideal time to plant trunk with 15 potted columbine, oriental
perennial flower seeds. They’ll only grow poppy or delphinium plants.
But a single seed packet of any of these flowleaves and stems this year — but next year
ers
could give you enough plants for the
and in years to come they will be showered
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pink poppies you want, or only deep-blue delphiniums, you might not find these particular
colours at a nursery. A much wider selection is
available as seeds than as plants.
So look around at other gardens and at your
own garden and decide just what perennial
flowers you want to grow. Deciding what to
plant may be the hardest part of growing
perennial flowers from seed.
To keep an extra-close eye on your seedlings,
plant the seeds in pots or, even better, old plastic cell packs of the type in which nursery
seedlings are sold. Before sowing, fill your
containers with moistened, sifted potting soil.
As with vegetable seeds, perennial flower
seeds each have their own germination
requirements. You might find this information
on the seed packet or in the seed catalogue,
along with information about how long you’ll
be drumming your fingers waiting to see
sprouts.
Neither gayfeather nor anise hyssop seeds,
for instance, like to be more than slightly covered, and both sprout quickest at temperatures from the low teens C to low 20s C.
Lupin seeds also like that temperature range,
but need to be nicked with a file so they can
absorb water, then given a good covering of
soil.
Soak planted containers in a pan of water,
cover them to hold in moisture, and then settle in for the Big Wait.
By late summer, those seeds will have
sprouted and the seedlings will be ready to
transplant out to their permanent homes in
the garden. With cooler, moister autumn
weather around the corner, plants will need
little care beyond an initial watering-in. This
timing allows roots enough time to grab
tight hold of the soil before winter.
One problem with growing perennials from
seed is trying to figure out what to do with all
the extra plants you’re bound to get from even
a single seed packet. You may end up in the
nursery business yourself.
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By The Associated Press
COLLECTORS’ CORNER
Country Home magazine’s July issue features the magazine’s 13th annual list of the
top 10 collectibles.
The magazine’s editorial team confers with
top antiques dealers to build the list, a magazine spokeswoman says. Editors and dealers base the list on what they see at shows
and markets, what is popular out there and
what people are buying.
But the editors also lean toward items that
are up-and-coming and not completely collected up, that dealers expect will continue
to grow in popularity over the next year.
Here’s a summary of this guide to what’s
hot and what to look out for, with prices
beginning at $10.
1. Esthetic movement transferware: This
English pottery from the esthetic movement
(1870 through 1900) typically has Asianinfluenced scenes with asymmetric, bold or
geometric patterns. Plates in good condition
run from US$50 to US$250; “hollow” pieces,
such as soup tureens or pitchers, will be
62549525
Desirable
collectibles
more. Hang transferware as art. “They’re el. Or, just wear them.
4. Garden ornaments: English and French
like paintings, and I love that each time I
pass them I notice something new,” says stone ornaments destined for estate gardens,
from about 1680 through 1940.
dealer Tom Newcomer.
2. Six-board chests: These simple 17th- to
COLLECTIBLES
19th-century American-made storage chests
continues on page 18
were constructed out of six wide (usually
pine) boards. “These chests
were not made by cabinetmakers. They were made by ordiTo A Unique,
Adult-Lifestyle
nary people in their homes,
All Bungalow
struggling to survive in a new
Community
country,” dealer John Maggs
says. Prices run between
US$500 and US$2,300. Chests
fit anywhere, perhaps under a
Now O
ver
window or at the foot of a bed.
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Use chests for unobtrusive
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storage, what they were made
for.
3. Enid Collins purses: Painted and adorned with plastic
stones, these beautiful mid20th-century handbags were
PRICED FROM $251,000
made by Texan Enid Collins
Come visit us today and discover how you can
starting in 1959. About US$40
downsize without compromise in Fonthill.
to US$250, depending on conrepresented by
architecturally built & designed by
dition. A painted-on signature
or initials are a stamp of
authenticity.
“The purses look phenomeFurnished model home open 1-4 pm Mon., Tues., Wed., Thurs., Sat.
or by appointment 905-892-8920 www.berkhoutbosse.com
nal as a group,” on a wall or
shelf, says dealer Madge Nov62533252
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18
any decor, from modern to 15th-century,” she
says.
Simple pieces are valued from US$325 to
5. Pattern-glass compotes: Pattern-glass (also
US$850, elaborate carvings in the tens of thou- known as pressed-glass) footed bowls were
sands of dollars. Some of dealer Tracy Young’s manufactured from 1850 until about the First
garden ornament inventory ends up indoors. World War. You know it’s pattern glass if you
“They have a timeless appeal and blend with see the seams of the moulds into which the
glass was poured. Compotes
usually range from US$25 to
US$150. Dealer Alice Ahlfeld
puts her compotes where they
will catch light and sparkle.
Fill them with fruit, make trifles in them, or use smaller
compotes to hold jewelry.
6. Coin silver spoons: These
American spoons, made from
about 1790 to 1870, were originally cast from melted-down
silver coins. A small, basic
spoon is $10 or less; one with
• 18 New Home Designs Including
more decoration can set you
back at least US$100. Dealer
Bungalows from $290,000’s
Lee Berkovits says coin silver
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7. Homespun: Textiles spun in
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sional weavers in the 19th cen➥
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COLLECTIBLES from page 17
bags in good condition are valued at about
US$100; sheets about US$50. American homespun is slightly more costly than European
because it is older and not as available. Dealer
Claudia Glassman recommends slipping a pillow inside a grain bag, or draping yardage over
a wing chair or at the foot of the bed.
8. Flourishings/calligraphy. These Victorianera pen-and-ink drawings were used for calling cards, bookplates, friendship books and
framed art. Calling cards are valued from
US$25 to US$45. Dealer Elizabeth Baird suggests running your finger over a piece; if you
can feel a slight raise from the ink, you have a
hand-done original, not a reproduction print.
Frame and hang your collection.
9. First and Second World War posters:
Patriotic posters from the United States Printing office aimed to drum up support and
recruit for both World Wars. An original Uncle
Sam “I Want You” can go for upward of
US$12,000. Most World War posters range
from about US$200 to US$800. Frame posters
under UV-protected acrylic plastic, which
breathes better than glass.
10. Folk art dogs: As doorstops, chalkware
and wood toys, they honour everyone’s best
friend. Dog collectibles are available from
US$25 for a chalkware figurine to thousands of
dollars for cast-iron statues, says dealer Rick
Ege. Place them around your house for “a little
whimsy to make everyone smile,” Ege says.
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$179,900
84 HIGHLAND AVENUE, OLD GLENRIDGE. — Charming bungalow
with formal living/dining rooms, cozy 4 season sunroom,
beautiful chestnut trim and hardwood floors, look across to the
St. Catharines Golf & Country Club. Call Robin
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viewing of this lovely character home.
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62549468
$289,900
Sales Rep.
Broker
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Centre Inc.
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62548768
121 GLEN MORRIS #45 — Immaculate one
owner bungalow townhouse condo. Tastefully decorated
with upper and lower walkouts. Very quiet
location in Winston Glen Development,
backing onto other townhouses. For your
private appt. to view call Dawn and Linda.
DAWN
LINDA
MacMASTERS MORGAN
179 LAKESHORE RD. — Updated centuryhome. Approximately 3000 square feet. Features
main floor family room, ideal area to
work from home. Detached double
garage with loft, possible severance of
2 lots. MLS #2082907.
MARGARET
VAIL
garden city realty inc. brokerage
Sales Rep.
905-641-1110
SOUTH
$259,900
174 HIGHLAND AVE. — Simply Stunning! 3
bedroom bungalow in Old Glenridge! Completely remodeled
top to bottom, roof, windows, doors,
driveway, baths, new gourmet cherry
kitchen, ceramics, hardwood, beautifully
finished basement, landscaping and much
more. A must to view. Call Chris today!
State Realty Inc. Brokerage
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877-574-7441
CHRIS SPINA
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Sales Representative
SOUTH
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$314,900
43 STERLING — POOL’S OPEN! (16’x32’).
Extensive decking, approximately 2300 square feet
maintained
and
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Sales Rep.
garden city realty inc. brokerage
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SOUTH
905-641-1110
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IGGULDEN garden city realty inc. brokerage
$149,900
1 EXETER — JUST LISTED!! Affordable 2-storey
semi on corner lot. Private driveway and large fenced
yard. Newer windows (06). Clean and
in move-in condition.
EMILY
GILLAN
Sales Rep.
SOUTH
garden city realty inc. brokerage
905-641-1110
$259,900
Check out this 4 bedroom, 2-storey home in
Glendale/Glenridge area. Features 3-pc. ensuite in
large master bedroom, country-style
kitchen, newer furnace & roof, hardwood floors and extra wide 70’ lot on
private circle. MLS #2800275.
TINO
PINGUE
Sales Rep.
SOUTH
garden city realty inc. brokerage
905-641-1110
$385,000
372 PELHAM ROAD — Call to view this exceptional “Rinaldi” home. Approximately 2300 square
feet including lovely kitchen open to
family room, 3 bedrooms plus loft.
MLS #2081129.
MARGARET
VAIL
garden city realty inc. brokerage
Sales Rep.
905-641-1110
$329,900
51 SHORELINE — 4-level 1700 sq.ft. backsplit
recently renovated top to bottom in north end. Impressive
open concept Kit/LR/DR with granite countertops, ample
cherry kit, & exotic hrdwd flrs. Updated
drs, windows & roof, elec. panel lighting
and bathrooms.
MLS #2082383.
ART RATELLE
Sales Representative SALLY McGARR REALTY CORP.
905-687-9229
SOUTH
BROKERAGE
62550225
$175,000
68 GREEN MAPLE DRIVE
Large 3 bedroom, 2 bath semi-detached.
Finished open concept family room, family
room, hardwood floors, like new and fenced
yard.
For Sale By
OWNER REALTY INC.
905-646-2000
SOUTH
62549151
Sales Representative
$489,000
23 ROYAL OAK — GREAT PRICE REDUCTION!
Custom-built 4 bedroom home in sought-after Royal
Henley Estates! Fully finished with
walk-out basement. Many updates!
MLS #2079108.
NORTH
$275,000
7 RIVERCREST DR. — DOLLAR FOR DOLLAR,
THE BEST DEAL IN TOWN! This 1865 sq.ft. 2-storey
provides year-round enjoyment. Lrg rms thru-out. Mostly
hrdwd flrs, guest suite in bsmnt. Far too
many updates to mention. For virtual tour:
www.THEbTEAM.ca
MLS #2081683
PATRICK BURKE
Sales Representative
905-687-9229
SOUTH
SALLY McGARR REALTY CORP.
BROKERAGE
62550226
$419,900
Come view this 4 bedroom open concept 2-storey
with hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, finished
basement, 2-car garage, concrete
driveway, fenced yard. 3000 square feet
of gorgeous living. MLS #2082753.
TINO
PINGUE
Sales Rep.
garden city realty inc. brokerage
905-641-1110
62549353
Niagara Real Estate
Centre Inc.
Brokerage
905-650-2828
JAN RONFELD
NORTH
62548870
CLOSE TO LAKE & HIKING TRAILS — Gorgeous bungalow with loft on small enclave. Open concept design,
large double french doors lead to 40-ft.
long deck overlooking very private
ravine lot. Great attention to detail. It’s a
must see! Call Jan direct 650-2828.
Sales Rep.
Brokerage
905-935-8001
cell: 905-687-0230
$329,000
62550222
SALLY McGARR REALTY CORP.
BROKERAGE 62550228
905-687-9229
$439,000
MOMENTUM REALTY
RENE
DICK
Broker
NORTH
62549344
28 HENLEY DR. — Perfect location! Close to
QEW, Hwy. 406 and all other conveniences! Beautiful
3 bedroom with finished basement, large yard and
garage.
SUSAN HOUSE
NORTH
$234,900
For Advertising Information Call 905-684-7251
62549384
3 ENNISMORE — Great 2-storey home on quiet
crt. Lrg lot w/ample room for garage. Eat-in kit, hrdwd
flrs, fin bsmt w/3-pc. wshrm, series 800 drs, new flrs
in halls & kit, dishwasher, C/A. Great
area near the canal for hiking & biking.
MLS #2081964.
NORTH
62548962
$192,500
62549392
NORTH
62551108
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57 TREMONT DRIVE — JUST LISTED!
Escarpment lot, 70’x172’, manicured private setting,
approximately 2,350 square feet plus
finished lower level. Triple interlock
drive. Great family home.
Sales Rep.
garden city realty inc. brokerage
905-641-1110
ANN B.
HILL
Sales Rep.
Jennifer
McGinn
Sales Rep.
Susan
Marett
905-688-4561
Niagara Real
Estate Centre Inc.
Brokerage
LINCOLN
1/2 acre serviced, private
building lot (77’ x 300’).
Custom build your dream
home and work with our
award-winning architect.
8 CARLETON
STREET N.
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Lovely
character home
with inground
pool, private
rear yard. 3
bedrooms plus
f i n i s h e d
walk-up attic.
U p d a t e d
country kitchen, formal dining
room and recreation room.
EMILY
GILLAN
Sales Rep.
garden city realty inc. brokerage
905-641-1110
THOROLD
$229,900
43 COMMERFORD — JUST LISTED!! Looking
for a deal? Double attached garage, approximately
1700 sq. ft. plus finished lower level,
family sized kitchen, built-in breakfast
bar, dishwasher, ceramic flooring.
EMILY
GILLAN
Sales Rep.
garden city realty inc. brokerage
905-641-1110
$220,000
BEAMSVILLE $246,500
2269 KING ST. — Quick possession on this
older home on 91 acre lot close to Jordan. Huge
garage with paint shop, hydro, loft, etc. Over 2000
sq.ft., original doors, trim. Presently a
duplex, easy to convert to family home.
Being sold “As Is”.
BEAMSVILLE BEAUTY! Exceptional 3 bdrm 2 bath side
split. New shaker maple kitchen, GRANITE/butcher-block
counters, HARDWOOD, gorgeous new
main bath w/ceramics. FR w/slate gas FP.
Priv treed lot, end of court. SMALL TOWN
LIVING AT ITS BEST!
Burloak Real Estate
Services
SUSAN HOUSE
8 PAXTON AVE.,
PORT DALHOUSIE
Broker
SALLY McGARR REALTY CORP.
BROKERAGE 62550224
905-687-9229
62552184
WEST LINCOLN $445,900
$449,000
$199,900
JORDAN
TANBARK ROAD,
NORTH
905-937-4443
62551486
Broker
garden city realty inc. brokerage
905-641-1110
ST. DAVID’S
ST. DAVID’S $399,800
196 FOUR MILE CREEK ROAD — Grand
home waiting for your family! Main floor suite for
parents and upstairs getaway for kids. 3/4 acre yard,
beautiful pond, waterfall and gardens. Ah, tranquility!
Call now.
THOROLD
2872 EFFINGHAM RD. — AMAZING HOME! 3+ bdrm
home in the country! 3 baths, mn flr fm rm w/gas FP with
sliding doors to deck overlooking ravine & pond, main floor
master bedroom, upadted kitchen, main
floor bath, in-law apartment with private
entrance, living room and so much more!
62550215
EMILY
GILLAN
$239,999
GRIMSBY
(905) 634-7755
SANDRA MURPHY
62551530
Sales Rep.
Email: sandramurphy@royallepage.ca
$236,000
REAL ESTATE AGENTS* ADVERTISE HERE
SALE
BANK
ONLY
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$
Buy 4 Get the 5th FREE!
JOYCE SHORT REAL ESTATE BROKER OF RECORD
905-562-5225
DON CARREL
Broker
62549014
905-356-9100
GRIMSBY AREA — Three bedroom, 2 baths,
1,730 sq. ft. bungalow, double garage and driveway, 2
years old. Lot 66x121 ft. Immediate possession. Call
Don Carrel, Broker OR Mark Cahill*.
MLS 2082724. 905-356-9100.
DON CARREL
905-356-9100
Broker
62552089
BANK SALE! BANK SALE! 4,600 sq. ft. 2-storey on
1 acre. 5 bdrms, 5 baths, 2-car att. garage plus a
detached heated workshop garage. Lrg rms throughout. Call Don Carrel, Broker, Century 21
Today Realty Ltd., Brokerage,
905-356-9100.
MLS# 2082550.
62548811
2100 ELLIS AVE. — COUNTRY! PRIVATE!
CONVENIENT! First time offered. 3 or 4 bedrooms,
1 1/2 baths, 1900 square feet on one acre. With the
escarpment as a backdrop and frequent deer
sightings, this is just what you’ve been waiting for.
Quick possession available.
Deadline: Monday 5 p.m.
Fax 905-684-9981
Email: classad@stcatharinesstandard.ca
Phone: 905-684-7251, Ext. 331 or 244
*must be member of Niagara Association of Realtors
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62550223
$429,900
For Advertising Information Call 905-684-7251
62552079
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MERLIN BUNDY* 28 WILEY STREET
PATRICK BURKE*
PREMIER
OPEN HOUSE
Impressive multi-level
in sought after
Northend. Enjoy views
of Lake Ontario &
Toronto skyline from
front porch, LR &
Mbdrm.
Fabulous
kitchen overlooking
wonderful
back
38 ROYAL YORK RD.
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359 GENEVA STREET #1005
3 BEDROOM BACKSPLIT
4 full levels, 2 baths, indoor 4 person hot
tub, rec room, office, games rm, oak eat-in
kitchen, newer doors, roof C/AIR, C/VAC.
Slate patio, bsmt walkout to fully fenced
yard, perennial gardens. Desirable North
end Niagara Falls (off Thorold Stone)
$10,000 reduction - call to view!
19 QUEEN MARY DRIVE
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Well maintained 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath,
4lvl backsplit! Roof, windows, furnace,
electrical updated, concrete walk,
patio, and drive too. Large principal
rms, eat-in Kitchen overlooking Family
rm. Fenced yard and perennial
gardens! $247,900
14 POWER GLEN ROAD
NEW
4 Bedroom, 2 bathroom backsplit. 3 years
new. 5 Maytag appliances included. Maple
cabinets, ceramic floors, large
bedrooms. Super clean and
ready for occupancy.
www.HomesInThorold.com
or call 905-708-9113. $269,000
DOUG REMPEL* 264 WINTERBERRY BLVD.
SUSAN HOUSE**
JANIS GREEN*
GARRISON VILLAGE, NOTL
Custom built Executive 4+ bedroom, 4 bathrms. Over
3200 sq ft finished. Spotlessly clean. Hardwood, ceramic floors. Lots of closets, storage.
Outdoor entertaining area. Large formal rooms. 2 fireplaces.
www.HomesInNiagaraOnTheLake.com or
call 905-708-9113. $444,800
2269 KING, JORDAN
JANIS GREENE*
THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
Original Woodgate Homestead all updated and transformed into a 3 bdrm house plus an addition with 3
more bedrooms. Beautiful entertaining
front verandah. Income is $1500 a
month. Owner occupies addition. Call
SARAH 905-328-5032 for your personal viewing. $314,888.
A GOLFER’S PARADISE
Custom executive bungalow overlooking the 1st green
and breathtaking sunsets. Open concept kitchen, dining
and great room. Spectacular lower
level with Mexican theme and full
walkout. Enjoy patio or deck, two
fireplaces, double garage, 3 bathrooms
& main floor laundry. $459,000.
MARLENE JANSEN* 102 GLENRIDGE AVENUE
SPECTACULAR EXECUTIVE BUNGALOW
Over 2450 sq ft of one floor living w/open
concept design. Architectural pillars, two
sided fireplace, birch floors,
granite sink & counters, 10-15
ft ceilings & more. Nothing
but the best - on a 68’ x 194’
lot. $649,000.
JIM BRODERICK*
LOVELY CANAL VIEW
The spacious lot on a quiet street in Port
Robinson has a ‘front row seat’ to watch the big
ships go by. Property has the possibility of
3-80x100 ft lots. (Lot is 260x100 irregular).
Directions: Highway 20 to Allanport Rd, right
on Canby. River St. to Biggar to Main to
Melrose. Call Wendy for details. $150,000
SALLY McGARR*** 10 MELROSE AVENUE, PORT ROBINSON WENDY SOVAR*
TWO NEW COUNTRY LISTINGS
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Spotless little home, steps to Lake Ontario sit- Quick possession on this older home
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gorgeous location for your ‘dream home’ or Huge garage with paint shop, hydro, $
cottage! Gas furnace, central air & shingles loft, etc. Over 2000 square feet, original
new in ‘99, septic replaced in ‘88. Single doors, trim, etc., presently a duplex,
garage + 2 stall small barn. Shows very well. easy to convert to family home. Being
Location, location!! $249,500
sold ‘as is’ - loads of potential!
On a ravine lot with a pool, & it gets better...Tons
of updates including custom kitchen w/granite,
roof, furnace, some windows & hydro. Hdwd
flrs & elegant FP in the lg living rm. 3 big bdrms,
1.5 baths, & finished family rm in lower level
offers another FP & walk out to pool & patio.
This is a beautiful home on a fantastic street. Call
to view 905-687-9229. $324,500
LIVE IN OR RENT OUT
Investment property in the
Rodman Hall area. 5 Beds up, 2
full baths. 4 appliances, single
car garage, main flr laundry.
Updated roof, furnace, siding.
Close to downtown & has bus
routes. $126,900
DAVID BEACH* 20 HAINER STREET
ESTATE ACREAGE LOTS
A rare find of residential estate lots with over 75
acres of gently rolling wooded land. Sizes range
from 2 to 4.5 acres. Only 5 km from Chippawa
Village, 2 km from Legends golf course & 1 km
from the Niagara Parkway. Choose your own
builder for your own “Piece of Paradise”. Call
SALLY McGARR*** $135,000 to $195,000.
ANGELA McMILLAN* AVERY BLVD., NIAGARA FALLS
4979 MAPLE GROVE RD., VINELAND
LOVELY, LARGE, RAVINE!
HUGE REDUCTION! Super
1500 s.f. brick bungalow plus
fully finished down on 1/2
acre. Updated kitchen & bath,
windows,
furnace,
roof.
Suitable for in-law apt.
$324,900.
GREG MacDONALD* 1250 4-MILE CREEK RD., N.O.T.L. JEAN and RANDY PAGE*
7704 SWAN STREET, NIAGARA FALLS ROSE THOMPSON* 7 BRIMLEY CRESCENT
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5 LAKESIDE DRIVE, UNIT 25 SANDI UNRAU* and CLAUDE CORRIVEAU*
PENTHOUSE SUITE WITH
LOTS OF UPGRADES!
New in 2007; painted throughout, laminate wood
floors in LR/DR and 2 bedrooms.
Vinyl floor in hall, kitchen & bath.
New baseboards. Spacious rooms,
large balcony. Available for
immediate occupancy. $114,888
property offering “Lazy L” pool, sundance spa/hot tub ‘05,
built into 2 tier decking ‘06. Mainfloor LR, DR, Fam Rm
w/gas Fp. Laundry, 2 pc bath and office w/built-ins, 4
Bdrms up, 1 down. Top of line windows, cedar roof &
fence, furnace ‘04 and much more. Call Angela to view @
289-213-5152 or See you Saturday or Sunday. $439,900.
RESORT-LIKE
COMPLEX
WITH POOL
AND LAKE
ACCESS!
HUGE
PRICE
REDUCTION!! 1575
SQ Ft 2 bdrms, 2.5
baths, eat-in Kitchen
w/appliances,
spacious dinning rm
overlooking 15 ft ceiling LR w/gas
F/P + terrace doors to patio + lake
view. Also finished lower level, new
furnace & C/A. Quick possession
available. Meet Sandi or Claude.
$245,000
BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOME!
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room, formal living and dining rooms S
and spacious family rooms w/gas fireplace and terrace doors to gorgeous gardens and patio, partly finished down.
Near schools and shopping $274,900
ART RATELLE* 8 TEWS PLACE
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RE-LISTED AND PRICED TO SELL!
Stop in Sunday to see this 1250 sq ft. 1.5
storey home. Huge master bdrm loft
upstairs. Vaulted ceilings in kitchen and
dining area. Recent updates incl bathroom,
windows, plus more. You want a yard? Lot
is 165’ deep! www.THEbTEAM.ca or
905-380-6459. $ 126,900.
HIDDEN GEM!
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This 2 bedroom bungalow (could be 3!) has a large
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(2001) addition with vaulted ceiling & garden
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waterfall. Upgrades inc. roof (2006), ceramics,
cedar closet, high eff. furnace & a new oak kitchen
in 2001. Plenty of room to park your motorhome
or boat here or add a garage. $214,900
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www.SallyMcGarrRealty.com
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newer kitchen, natural fireplace, c/air,
hdwd. floors, mostly finished bsmt.
The list goes on, and you should see the
yard with its beautiful ldscp., deck,
concrete driveway & attached garage!
$219,900
PRIME PORT LOCATION!
Just listed! In a quiet,
established area of exec.
homes. Large brick backsplit
with bright family room
complete with gas fireplace &
gorgeous
cabinetry
and
walk-out to gardens. $289,900
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of tree lined
streets.
3
bedrooms,
2
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Jacuzzi
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CLASSIC CARS AND HOBBY HORSES
The best of both worlds with N.O.T.L. acreage & an
exquisite ranch bungalow plus custom buildings for
car collecting & hobby horses. 3 bdrms, $175,000
kitchen, year round Florida room plus a great room.
Amazing gardens with play house, pond and patios.
Don’t lose the opportunity at $1,388,000. Call
SALLY McGARR for a private showing.
SALLY McGARR*** 1387 LINE 3 RD., N.O.T.L.
SALLY McGARR***
VERY UNIQUE - EXCUISITE
WATERFRONT HOME
Cherry stained maple throughout. 2 storey limestone
wall to 3 fireplaces. Soaring 2 storey wall to wall
windows in the great room, chef’s dream kitchen,
attached conservatory/greenhouse/sunroom. “Guy’s
Domain” lower level with entertainment wall. Call
for further details. $2,500,000
SALLY McGARR***