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ISSUE 03 2015 WIN A $350 HOMESENSE GIFT CARD PG.09 SELL YOUR HOME SOONER PG.12 HomeNews the .ca Barrhaven, Greely, Manotick & Riverside South This Month’s Cover Home Provided By: Trevor Mayhew Sales Representative 613.868.0755 trevormayhew.com For more details on this cover home refer to Page 5

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Page 1: The Home News OTTAWA BARRHAVEN - APRIL 2015

ISSUE 03 • 2015

WIN A $350 HOMESENSE GIFT CARD PG.09 • SELL YOUR HOME SOONER PG.12

HomeNewsthe

.caBarrhaven, Greely, Manotick & Riverside South

This Month’s Cover Home Provided By:

Trevor MayhewSales Representative

613.868.0755trevormayhew.comFor more details on this cover home refer to Page 5

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Jason MacDonaldSALES REPRESENTATIVE

Nim Moussa SALES REPRESENTATIVE

TOP 1% IN CANADA in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014*

613.667.4663www.mmteam.caoffice: 613.825.7653 email: [email protected]

Team RealtyINDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED 2011-2014 2009 2012, 20132010, 20122013, 2014 2013, 2014

* For All Royal LePage Agents in Canada based on Gross Commissions

The MM Team Complimentary Services include:

INDUSTRY LEADING ADVERTISING OF YOUR HOME

SUPERIOR ONLINE & SOCIAL MEDIA EXPOSURE

STATE-OF-THE-ART PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS, VIDEOS & VIRTUAL TOURS

PROFESSIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN & HOME STAGING

CUSTOMIZED FULL COLOUR BROCHURES OF YOUR HOME

TEAM OF 6 TOP PERFORMERS WORKING FOR YOU

WINDING WAY Executive custom-built home with over 4,000 sq ft of living space. 4-bedroom, 4-bath, fully upgraded, huge fenced yard. Close to river.

$839,900

BARRHAVEN Stunning 3-bedroom + Loft on a corner lot. Hardwood through-out. Fenced yard.

$449,900

RIVERSIDE SOUTH Bright and spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath home on a quiet street. Large fenced backyard.

$409,900

BARRHAVEN Spacious 5-bedroom, 5-bath single home. Hardwood floors, finished basement. Large fenced backyard.

$539,900

BARRHAVEN Fully upgraded 3-bedroom, 3-bath home. Custom made kitchen, granite, hardwood. Corner lot.

$424,900

ORLEANS Beautiful 3-bedroom, 3-bath single family home. Hardwood, fully finished garage. Fenced yard.

$424,900

BARRHAVEN Stunning family home with tons of upgrades. 3 bedrooms + loft. Granite, finished basement. Fenced.

$479,900

BARRHAVEN Hidden gem on a ravine lot. 3-bedroom, 3-bath home. 3 fireplaces, hardwood, finished basement.

$424,900

HALF MOON BAYLess than a year old 3-bedroom, 3-bath family home. Brand new hardwood floors. Main floor den.

$389,900

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TREVOR MAYHEW

YOUR BEST FRIEND IN REAL ESTATE!

Sales Representative613-868-0755 [email protected] 1010 POLYTEK STREET UNIT 32, OTTAWA, ON

TREVORMAYHEW.COM

62 CHANONHOUSE DR. $610,000

109 LOCKHAVEN PR. $329,900

37 STONEMEADOW DR. $395,000

400 WHITE ARCTIC AV. $335,000

BARRHAVEN EAST

Stunning custom-built bungalow by Talos Homes, upgraded from top to bottom. No rear neighbours, 9’ ceilings, hardwood & ceramic, granite counters, spa-like ensuite. Finished lower level w/oversized windows & theatre area. This is a must see!!!

Beautifully upgraded home in Stonebridge. Dark hardwood, crown moulding, granite, wainscoting & much more! French doors to master bedroom complete with a 4-piece ensuite and 2 extra large walk in closets. This house will exceed your expectations.

Huge corner lot. Original owners have main-tained this beautiful single family Carmel model built by Urbandale. Many windows–lots ofnatural light. Gleaming hardwood. 3 gener-ous sized bedrooms + den. Master w/walk-in closet & 4-pc ensuite. H/E furnace.

New 2-storey townhomes, bright 3-bedrm, 2.5-bath corner lot in Half Moon Bay. Walk to parks, schools & Minto Rec Complex. Open concept Kitchen w/granite countertop and breakfast bar, ceramic tiles, pantry. Family & living rm w/hardwood. Huge loft upstairs.

Spacious move-in ready home on a quiet crescent. Hrdwd on both levels. Kitchen re-done w/granite counters & extended counter space. All SS appls. Spacious bedrms, 4 baths redone ‘13. New roof ’13. H/E furnace ’10. Back-yard w/interlock, deck & fence.

The Highlands! Freshly painted, A/C, spa-cious 2-bedrm in sought-after community. Upgraded bath & kit w/granite countertops. Parquet flring in bdrms & hallway. View of pool & tennis court, indoor parking, walk-in storage. Condo fees include ALL utilities.

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15 ST. LAURENT BL. #2011 $225,000

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The Home News Magazine is published monthly and delivered to homes in Barrhaven, Greely, Manotick & Riverside South by Canada Post, agreement #41362062.

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F E AT U R E D R E A LT O R S

MacDonald Moussa TeamRoyal LePage Team Realty

Trevor Mayhew*

The Usher Group Inc., Real Estate Brokerage

Suzanne Robinson**

Century 21 Action Power Team Ltd., Brokerage

Toscano/Walker TeamRe/Max Metro-City Realty Ltd., Brokerage

Hamid Riahi**Power Marketing Real Estate

Toscano/Walker TeamRe/Max Metro-City Realty Ltd., Brokerage

MacDonald Moussa TeamRoyal LePage Team Realty

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*Sales Representative **Broker ***Broker of Record

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This is a must see!

PRICED TO SELL!

This stunning custom built bungalow by award winning talos homes is upgraded from top to bottom. No rear

neighbors, 9’ceilings, hardwood & ceramic through out, granite counters, spa like ensuite, smooth ceilings. Fully

finished lower level with oversized windows & theater area.

See Trevor Mayhew’s ad on PAGE 3 for details on this and other great properties.

$610,0006 2 C H A N O N H O U S E D R I V E , O T TAWA

TREVOR MAYHEWS A L E S R E P R E S E N T A T I V E

[email protected]

t revormayhew . com

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There’s always something happening in the nation’s capital! From festivals and conventions

to plays and concerts, here is what you can look

forward to in April and May.Ottawa Wine & Food Festivalottawawineandfoodfestival.comEY Centre, 4899 Uplands Drive April 17 – 18

Concert: One Republic (with special guest, Lights)

canadiantirecentre.comCanadian Tire Centre, 1000 Palladium DriveApril 21

Theatre: Richard IIInac-cna.caNAC Theatre, 53 Elgin StreetApril 21 – April 25

International Writers Festival, Spring Edition

writersfestival.orgKnox Presbyterian Church, 120 Lisgar StreetApril 22 – April 28

Grassroots Festivalottawagrassrootsfestival.comMontgomery Legion, 330 Kent StreetApril 23 – April 26

Ottawa Poutine Festottawapoutinefest.caDowntown Ottawa at Marion Dewar Plaza (near City Hall)

May 1 – May 3

International Children’s Festivalottawachildrensfestival.ca294 Albert Street, Suite 602May 4 – May 13

Tulip Festivaltulipfestival.caLocated around Ottawa and GatineauMay 8 – May 18

Ottawa Comic Conottawacomiccon.comEY Centre, 4899 Uplands DriveMay 8 - May 10

Theatre: Petites Bûchesnac-cna.caNAC Theatre, 53 Elgin Street

CommunityEVENTS

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Executive. 3+1 bedroom home on huge 2-acre lot. Newer kitchen. Finished base-ment! $549,900

HUNTLEY ESTATES CARP!

Z6 Urban lofts. 2 apartments available: 2 bedrooms + 2 baths and 1 bedroom + den + 2 baths. Hardwood and tile, 6 appliances, 9’ ceilings. Starting at $319,900

WEST CENTRE TOWN!

WOW single home for under 75k! Needs to be sold asap. 2 bedrooms. Large lot and a detached garage. Must be seen!

STE ANNE THE PRESCOTT!

Spectacular North West views. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Custom kitchen. Hardwood. Huge apartment feels like a bungalow. Low condo fee. $529,000

PETRIE ISLAND!

Approx. 18.42 acres. Commercial hwy land. Endless possibilities. Near Kittawa camping. Minutes to Calypso water park. $2,800,000

PETRIE ISLAND!

3+1 bedrm bungalow. Large eat-in kit. Liv rm w/south facing picture window. Updated main bath w/ceramic flr. Huge family rm w/laminate flr & wood stove. Private back yard. $219,900

ROCKLAND!

HI-RANCH. 3 + 1 BR. Gorgeous kit. Living rm w/cozy wood F.P. Sep din rm. HWD & tile. Family rm w/wood stove, kit, 4th BR, 2-pc bath & laun-dry on lower. Fenced yard. Only $369,900

CHATELAINE VILLAGE!

Bungalow + in-law suite. 3 beds. 2 baths. Hadwood and tile. Eat-in kitchen. Family room with fireplace. Master ensuite with walk-in tub. Deck. $397,000

FALLINGBROOK!

Hillside Terrace. Spacious 1,322 sq ft upper unit in great location. Large balcony w/lovely views. 2 good sized bedrms + den w/French balcony, 3 baths. $249,900

QUEENSWOOD HEIGHTS!

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TOP 10SUGAR BUSHES

in Ottawa

•Welcome in Maple Syrup Season •

Proulx Maple & Berry Farm1865 O’Toole Road, Ottawa, ON. K4C 1N2

proulxberryfarm.com

Maple Sugar Festival at Vanier Museopark

300 Pères-Blancs Avenue, Vanier, ON. K1L 7L5

museoparc.ca/en/sugar-shack/sugar-festival

The Log Farm670 Cedarview Road, Nepean, ON. K2R 1E5

lonestarcatering.com/pdf/LS_SugarBush_Details.pdf

Sucrerie de la Montagne300 Saint-Georges Street, Rigaud, QC. J0P 1P0

sucreriedelamontagne.com

Sand Road Sugar Camp17190 Sand Road, Moose Creek, ON. K0C 1W0

sandroadsugarcamp.com

Fulton’s399 Sugar Bush Road, Pakenham, ON. K0A 2X0

fultons.ca

Stanley’s Olde Maple Lane farm

2452 Yorks Corners Road, Edwards, ON. K0A 1V0

stanleysfarm.com

Temple’s Sugar Camp Restaurant

1700 Ferguson’s Falls Road (County Road #15),

Lanark, ON. K0G 1K0

templessugarbush.ca

Sand Road Maple Farm17190 Sand Road, Moose Creek, ON. K0C 1W0

sandroadsugarcamp.com

Wheelers Pancake House and Sugar Camp

1001 Highland Line, Lanark Highlands, ON. K0G 1M0

wheelersmaple.com

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Curb appeal is essential when selling a house. A well maintained lawn, for example, proves you care about all the details of your property and provides onlookers confidence that the house is well preserved. m

Sell your home Sooner with these EFFORTLESS

tipsLANDSCAPING

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Curb appeal is essential when selling a house. A well maintained lawn, for example, proves you care about all the details of your property and provides onlookers confidence that the house is well preserved. m

Sell your home Sooner with these EFFORTLESS

tipsLANDSCAPING

home & lifestyle

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Sordi supplies some additional tips from the pros:GREAT YARDS BEGIN IN THE SPRING, NOT THE SUMMER.Start the spring-cleaning when the snow has melted and the soil has dried up a bit. Remove layers of leaves that can lead to the grass moulding or decaying by using a leaf blower or a rake. However, don't rake the lawn until it has started to grow.

WOULD YOU BUY IT?Walk around your entire home's exterior with a critical eye. Take notes on what needs repairing, replacing or cleaning.

“A big percentage of home

buyers decide whether or

not to look inside a house

based on what it looks like

from the outside,” says Michelle Sordi at Husqvarna,

a world leader in outdoor power products.

“Proper maintenance and

investing in the right tools

will make sure your house

and lawn looks great at first

glance and demonstrates to

potential buyers how much

you care for your home.”

TRIM THE HEDGES.The way to get a good-looking hedge always starts with the right tool. With an ergonomically balanced and lightweight hedge trimmer, creating clean cuts and a smooth line will be easy.

GET OUT OF THE WEEDS.Get rid of any weeds as early as possible. Also be sure to cut away withered leaves and grass from cultivated parts of the garden bed.

SHAPE AND EDGE YOUR LAWN.If you want your lawn to look really great, don't forget to trim the edges.

BRIGHT IDEA.Landscape lighting makes a huge impact on your home's curb appeal while also providing safety and security. It isn't unusual for potential buyers to drive by homes in the evening and lighting can provide an attractive view of your house at night.

More lawn tips and information about tool options for proper

maintenance can be found online at www.husqvarna.ca. THN

www.newscanada.com

ADD COLOUR.Replace overgrown bushes with leafy plants and colourful annuals. Surround bushes and trees with dark or reddish-brown bark mulch; this will give a rich feel to the yard. Potted plants are another way to add a splash of colour and can be taken with you when you move.

MOW THE LAWN.Remember not to cut the grass too short. With a grass level of 5 to 9 cm you will have a fine, sustainable lawn.

home & lifestyle

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Sordi supplies some additional tips from the pros:GREAT YARDS BEGIN IN THE SPRING, NOT THE SUMMER.Start the spring-cleaning when the snow has melted and the soil has dried up a bit. Remove layers of leaves that can lead to the grass moulding or decaying by using a leaf blower or a rake. However, don't rake the lawn until it has started to grow.

WOULD YOU BUY IT?Walk around your entire home's exterior with a critical eye. Take notes on what needs repairing, replacing or cleaning.

“A big percentage of home

buyers decide whether or

not to look inside a house

based on what it looks like

from the outside,” says Michelle Sordi at Husqvarna,

a world leader in outdoor power products.

“Proper maintenance and

investing in the right tools

will make sure your house

and lawn looks great at first

glance and demonstrates to

potential buyers how much

you care for your home.”

TRIM THE HEDGES.The way to get a good-looking hedge always starts with the right tool. With an ergonomically balanced and lightweight hedge trimmer, creating clean cuts and a smooth line will be easy.

GET OUT OF THE WEEDS.Get rid of any weeds as early as possible. Also be sure to cut away withered leaves and grass from cultivated parts of the garden bed.

SHAPE AND EDGE YOUR LAWN.If you want your lawn to look really great, don't forget to trim the edges.

BRIGHT IDEA.Landscape lighting makes a huge impact on your home's curb appeal while also providing safety and security. It isn't unusual for potential buyers to drive by homes in the evening and lighting can provide an attractive view of your house at night.

More lawn tips and information about tool options for proper

maintenance can be found online at www.husqvarna.ca. THN

www.newscanada.com

ADD COLOUR.Replace overgrown bushes with leafy plants and colourful annuals. Surround bushes and trees with dark or reddish-brown bark mulch; this will give a rich feel to the yard. Potted plants are another way to add a splash of colour and can be taken with you when you move.

MOW THE LAWN.Remember not to cut the grass too short. With a grass level of 5 to 9 cm you will have a fine, sustainable lawn.

home & lifestyle

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Looking for a great Realtor®?

Check your mailbox and online.

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FALLINGBROOK$359,9003-bedroom, 3-bathroom single, interlock front walkway, combined living/dining, eat-in kitchen, main level family room, gas fireplace, master ensuite, fenced yard and partly finished basement.

AVALON$469,900Richcraft-built 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home. 9-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, formal living/dining, large eat-in kitchen, main floor laundry, gas fireplace.

CHAPEL HILL$389,9001-bedroom+den, 3-bathroom Minto bungalow backing onto wooded area. Hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen, open concept living/dining, master ensuite, finished basement with walk-out.

FALLINGBROOK$379,900Open concept 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home. Family friendly floor plan, 9’ ceilings, hardwood flooring, main level family room, gas fireplace, eat-in kitchen & professionally finished basement.

JON TURNERSALES REPRESENTATIVE

This true 4-bedroom home located in the active lifestyle community of Sunset Lakes in Greely (30 minutes from Parliament Hill) has everything for the growing family. Offering over 3300 sq ft + fin’d Walk-Out basement. Main floor features a large modern kitchen w/granite countertops & patio doors to the upper glass railing Eon deck. Dining room. Sunken family room w/California shutters & gas fireplace. Office by entrance. Living room w/18’ ceilings. Laundry room leading to a two-car garage. Second floor features loft overlooking living room. Master bedroom w/seating area and walk-in closet. 5-piece ensuite w/heated tiled floors, granite counters & glassed-in shower. 3 other bedrooms w/hardwood floors. 3rd bedroom has a walk-in closet. Walkout basement w/an insulated Xbox room, 3-pc bath w/a tiled shower, games room, gym, storage room. Walk out to a manicured yard w/two-tiered Eon deck, natural gas bbq, stone patio, pond, storage shed, watering system & an 8-foot hot tub. Extensive landscaping.Located on a ½ acre corner lot on a quiet street w/easy access to your paved walking path along Sunset Lake. Enjoy the heated salt water pool or take the canoe to the private island. Children can enjoy the community’s new $30,000 play structure. You can play tennis or join the water ski club. Schools nearby. 27-hole golf course 5 minutes away. Central vacuum. Alarm system. Air exchanger. Water softener & filtration system. Reverse Osmosis system in kitchen. Central A/C, 2 garage door openers. Non-smoking house. Flexible closing date.

MLS# 938861 www.youtube.com/watch?v=1TIsQsRGkqI

6749 Lakes Park Drive $739,000

613-794-9615

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$799,000

RENOVATED TRIPLEX!Renovated in 2014! One 1-bed and two 3-bed apartments with new kitchens, baths, floors, mostly new electrical and plumbing systems, top appliances and more! Close to downtown, Carleton and Ottawa University. Don’t miss out!

$789,000

INVESTORS TAKE NOTE!Beautiful double with 4 bedrooms on left side-and 4+1 bedrooms on right side with numerous upgrades! Laminate and ceramic floors, 2 garag-es, newer kitchen, new addition. Next door lot available too! Call today!

$579,000

THIS IS A 10!Luxurious 4 bed, 4 bath home with numerous upgrades, marble and ceramic floors, crown, lrg family room with heated floors and fireplace, backyard with whirlpool, heated pool, stone patio and walkways, PVC fence, and more!

$559,000

BUILDER’S DELIGHT!A great lot that has been approved for an 11 unit condo building! The seller is willing to share with a builder! Close to Parliament Hill, river and all amenities! Call today!

$464,900

GORGEOUS FAMILY HOME!4-bedroom, 3-bath single family home with numerous upgrades! Hardwood flooring, new granite kitchen, updated baths, spacious family room with fireplace, large master with ensuite and walk-in. Close to all amenities, Call today!

$410,000

INVESTOR OPPORTUNITY!Great duplex with a 3-bedroom unit and a 2-bedroom unit! Units are rented at $1000 and $980/Month tenants pay their own hydro and heat. Newer roof, furnace, and updated kitchens and bathrooms. Call Now!

$344,900

GORGEOUS MODERN HOME!Spacious 3-bed in the heart of Kanata! Beautiful chocolate hardwood, kitchen with loads of cup-board space, large pantry and s.s. appliances. At-tractive vaulted ceilings, large master with 4pc ens, and large rec room! Book your showing!

$342,000

BEAUTIFUL BUNGALOW ON PREM LOT!Open concept 4-bedroom home with tons of upgrades! Hardwood and ceramic flooring, fully finished walk-out basement, 3pc ensuite in master bedroom and basement bedroom, large recreation room and more! Call now!

$189,000

SPACIOUS END UNIT!Beautiful East Ottawa 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom townhome with a large kitchen, ceramic and hardwood floors, large living room with wood fireplace, bright roomy bedrooms, large back-yard and more! Call today!

$327,000

GORGEOUS AND SPACIOUS!3 bedroom with many upgrades! Large living room with fireplace, hardwood and ceramic, finished lower level with spacious rec room! Lots of storage space, fully fenced private yard, easy access to downtown and more! Call today!

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Jason MacDonaldSALES REPRESENTATIVE

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TOP 1% IN CANADA in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014*

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BARRHAVEN Custom designed home by original owners and builder. 5 bed-rooms, 4 baths. Large corner fenced lot.

$414,900

ALTA VISTA Updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in 24-hr gated community. Large balcony. Underground parking. Excellent amenities!

$349,900

REDWOOD PARK Charming and move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath row unit. Hardwood throughout. Park setting.

$292,000

BARRHAVEN Bright and spacious 3-bedroom, 3-bath home. Hardwood, fenced. No direct rear neighbours.

$387,900

RIVERSIDE SOUTH Fully updated & move-in ready 3-bedroom, 3-bath town-home. Hardwood. Fenced & landscaped.

$329,900

HUNT CLUB Renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo. New kitchen & baths. Finished basement. Fenced yard.

$234,900

MANOTICK A half-acre lot located in prestigious Manotick Estates. Serviced with road, hydro, phone & cable.

$199,900

GREELY Fully upgraded 3-bedroom, 3-bath row unit. Hardwood, granite. Landscaped fenced yard.

$364,900

STONEBRIDGE Upgraded 3-bedroom, 3-bath row unit. Hardwood, finished basement. Extra deep lot.

$298,900

FINDLAY CREEK Fully upgraded 2-bedroom, 1-bath lower level condo unit. Hardwood, granite. 2 parking spots.

$222,900

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BARRHAVEN Spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath semi-detached home. Finished basement. Huge pie-shaped lot.

$319,900

ROCKLAND 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow. Finished basement. Large lot. Need some TLC.

$199,900

BARRHAVEN Upgraded 3-bedroom + Den, 3-bath end unit. Hardwood on main level, fenced backyard.

$334,900

HALF MOON BAY Directly across from a large park. 3-bedroom, 3-bath townhouse. Hardwood, large terrace.

$299,900

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