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I have sold a property at 31 Sage PL in Oakbank.
S/S 24 June 2011. IMPRESSIVE Custom Built 1375 sf 3+ Bedroom Bungalow (2008) with 24x26 AT2 garage on beautifully landscaped 80x140 lot in Town of Oakbank. Open Concept Great Room, vaulted ceilings, hand scraped Maple hardwoods, cultured stone facing gas fireplace. Gorgeous Gourmet Kitchen, Espresso stain Maple cabinets, Maple hardwoods, corner pantry, granite countertop Island, breakfast bar. Stainless steel Maytag dishwasher, built-in microwave, stove & double door fridge included. Open concept Dining Room, vaulted ceiling, hardwoods & garden door leading to raised 10x12 covered deck overlooking landscaped back yard with stone patio with retaining wall. Master Bedroom, quality w/w carpet, 3 pc ensuite with 4' step-in shower, granite countertop vanity with vessel sink, wicc. Fully finished basement, spacious Rec Room, w/w carpet, exercise area, 4th bedroom adjacent to 4 pc bath with jacuzzi tub, large laundry room with washer & dryer included. C/air, 92% efficient forced air gas furnace. Shows AAA+
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I have listed a new property at 145 Aspen DR in Oakbank.
IDEAL FAMILY HOME! 1150 sf 3+ Bedroom Bungalow built in 1987 on a mature treed and beautifully landscaped
100x140 lot located on Aspen Dr. in the Town of Oakbank. Numerous upgrades include shingles '08, new Tri pane
windows '10, new metal exterior doors '10, new well drilled approx. 220' '10, new pressure system and hot water tank
'10, high end Kinetico water softener, Carrier forced air gas furnace, C/air, C/vac & sump pump. Eat-in Kitchen features
Oak cabinets, built-in dishwasher with fridge & stove included. South facing Living Room boasts a Bow window and
wall-wall carpet. Dining Room offers double garden doors which provide access to the gorgeous 10x16 3-season
sunroom. A great place to relax! Master Bedroom, two additional good-sized bedrooms and the 4 pc main bath
complete the main floor. Fully finished basement features a spacious Rec Room area, 4th bedroom, cedar lined storage
room, 3 pc bath and laundry room, including washer & dryer. Insulated & drywalled 21x22 AT2 garage.
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I have listed a new property at 0 Mattern RD in Ste. Anne.
Build your "Dream Home" on this 10 acre Mature Treed Lot, recently approved for subdivision - 330' frontage, 1320' depth, fronting on Mattern Rd. 53N, SW 35-9-7E. Plenty of space for snowmobiling, quadding, hiking, etc. Purchaser responsible for any applicable GST. Second 10 acre lot also available. $39,900 plus applicable GST.
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I have listed a new property at 0 Mattern RD in Ste. Anne.
Build your "Dream Home" on this 10 acre Mature Treed Lot, recently approved for subdivision - 330' frontage, 1320' depth, fronting on Mattern Rd. 53N, SW 35-9-7E. Plenty of space for snowmobiling, quadding, hiking, etc. Second 10 acre lot also available. $39,900 plus applicable GST.
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I have listed a new property at 40047 Mattern 53N RD in Ste. Anne.
S/S 26 June 2011. PRIVACY GUARANTEED! Open Concept 2392 sf 3 Bedroom Bungalow (1994), 30x30 DT2 insulated
garage/workshop on 43 acres of mature treed forest. Spacious Country Kitchen, abundance of Oak cabinets & counter space, built-in dishwasher, fridge & stove included. Bright Great Room, granite tile facing wood burning fireplace with Oak mantle, w/w carpet & double garden doors leading to large deck. Spacious Family Room provides a fantastic area for entertaining with w/w carpet & accent pot lights. Large Master Bedroom, w/w carpet, wicc, 3 pc ensuite with jacuzzi tub. Two additional bedrooms, 4 pc main bath with linen closet with mirrored doors & main floor laundry including washer & dryer complete the main floor. Home offers 3-1/2 foot insulated crawl space with suspended forced air electric furnace, sump pump, HRV, & a total of 31 piles under the foundation.
Vendor states drilled well is 162 ft & ejector system has been approved to remain. Two subdivided 10-acre treed lots can also be purchased.

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I have listed a new property at 31 Sage PL in Oakbank.
S/S 24 June 2011. IMPRESSIVE Custom Built 1375 sf 3+ Bedroom Bungalow (2008) with 24x26 AT2 garage on beautifully landscaped 80x140 lot in Town of Oakbank. Open Concept Great Room, vaulted ceilings, hand scraped Maple hardwoods, cultured stone facing gas fireplace. Gorgeous Gourmet Kitchen, Espresso stain Maple cabinets, Maple hardwoods, corner pantry, granite countertop Island, breakfast bar. Stainless steel Maytag dishwasher, built-in microwave, stove & double door fridge included. Open concept Dining Room, vaulted ceiling, hardwoods & garden door leading to raised 10x12 covered deck overlooking landscaped back yard with stone patio with retaining wall. Master Bedroom, quality w/w carpet, 3 pc ensuite with 4' step-in shower, granite countertop vanity with vessel sink, wicc. Fully finished basement, spacious Rec Room, w/w carpet, exercise area, 4th bedroom adjacent to 4 pc bath with jacuzzi tub, large laundry room with washer & dryer included. C/air, 92% efficient forced air gas furnace. Shows AAA+
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I have listed a new property at 570 Balsam CRES in Oakbank.
GREAT FAMILY HOME! 1258 sf Bungalow with 2 bedrooms on main floor & 2 bedrooms in fully finished basement on Mature Treed & Beautifully Landscaped Park-Like 75x165 Lot in the Town of Oakbank. Spacious Country Kitchen with plenty of counter space, built-in dishwasher, walk-in pantry & new vinyl flooring (fridge & stove included). Bright Dining Room features new vinyl flooring & new patio door '10 leading to two-tiered 24x18 deck with view of mature treed & fenced back yard. Sunken Living Room offers w/w carpet & cultured stone facing wood burning fireplace. Spacious Master Bedroom features 3 pc ensuite & large East facing window with view of treed front yard. Fully finished basement features a Rec Room with wet bar, Games Room & spacious 3rd & 4th bedroom, both with newer Berber carpet. All windows are newer offering heat mirror, 90 degree High Efficiency gas furnace '06, shingles '09, new drilled well '04, new concrete sidewalk '10, AT2 24x24 insulated garage, C/air '04. GREAT CURB APPEAL!
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Please visit our Open House at 570 Balsam CRES in Oakbank.
OPEN HOUSE: SUN. JUNE 19 2-4 PM. GREAT FAMILY HOME! 1258 sf Bungalow with 2 bedrooms on main floor & 2 bedrooms in fully finished basement on Mature Treed & Beautifully Landscaped Park-Like 75x165 Lot in Oakbank. C/air, 24x18 deck, insulated AT2 24x24. GREAT CURB APPEAL!
GREAT FAMILY HOME! 1258 sf Bungalow with 2 bedrooms on main floor & 2 bedrooms in fully finished basement on Mature Treed & Beautifully Landscaped Park-Like 75x165 Lot in the Town of Oakbank. Spacious Country Kitchen with plenty of counter space, built-in dishwasher, walk-in pantry & new vinyl flooring (fridge & stove included). Bright Dining Room features new vinyl flooring & new patio door '10 leading to two-tiered 24x18 deck with view of mature treed & fenced back yard. Sunken Living Room offers w/w carpet & cultured stone facing wood burning fireplace. Spacious Master Bedroom features 3 pc ensuite & large East facing window with view of treed front yard. Fully finished basement features a Rec Room with wet bar, Games Room & spacious 3rd & 4th bedroom, both with newer Berber carpet. All windows are newer offering heat mirror, 90 degree High Efficiency gas furnace '06, shingles '09, new drilled well '04, new concrete sidewalk '10, AT2 24x24 insulated garage, C/air '04. GREAT CURB APPEAL!
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I have sold a property at 88 Elm DR in Oakbank.
Offers considered as received. IDEAL 1420 sf 3+ Bedroom Bungalow (2002) with fully finished basement and oversized 26x26+ AT2 garage on a 80x140 landscaped lot in the Town of Oakbank. Kitchen features oak cabinets, corner pantry with French door, breakfast bar peninsula. Fridge, stove, dishwasher & microwave included. Dining Room offers south facing windows and garden door to the 21x16 raised deck. Spacious Great Room boasts a trayed ceiling with accent pot lighting, w/w carpeting. Designer colours throughout. Master Bedroom features a walk-in-closet and 3 pc ensuite with 4' shower with sliding glass doors. Two additional bedrooms and 4 pc main bath complete the main level. Fully finished basement features a spacious 29x15 Rec Room, Berber carpet and accent pot lighting in the suspended ceiling, 4th bedroom, storage room with shelving units included, and 3 pc bath. Entire basement offers spray foam insulation on exterior walls. Washer and dryer included. C/air, alarm, HRV. Shows Great!
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I have sold a property at 7 Linden Lake DR in Oakbank.
R04 OAKBANK/Fabulous curb appeal! Custom built 1-1/2 storey 2050 sf 3 bedroom, Executive style home with walk-out basement backing onto a man-made lake in the desirable Aspen Lakes Development in Oakbank. The impressive Gourment Kitchen features maple cabinets with cappuccino stain, Island with granite counter top, corner walk-in pantry, dishwasher, and stainless steel hood fan.  Stainless steel fridge, stove and dishwasher included. The dining area offers garden doors to the 12x16 raised deck with glass enclosed railing. The fantastic Great Room features a marble faced gas fireplace and high quality laminate flooring. The spacious Master Bedroom boasts a walk-in closet and 4 pc ensuite with jacuzzi tub and 4' glass enclosed shower. The Grand Foyer features a vaulted ceiling and designer rod rail staircase leading to the upper level, offering two good sized bedrooms and 4 pc bath. The spacious walk-out basement is partially finished, insulated, drywalled, painted and just requires ceiling tile and flooring. C/air, c/vac, HRV, 26x23 AT2 garage, full concrete drive and partially landscaped lot. Immediate possession available - Vendor transferred. Shows AAA+
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I have sold a property at 560 Balsam CRES in Oakbank.
A Perfect 3+ Bedroom Home to Enjoy the summer with a gorgeous heated Inground Pool, Gazebo, 21x21 AT2, Landscaped & Fenced 75x163 lot, in Town of Oakbank. 4 level split home built on piles has had numerous upgrades including new shingles 2009, windows 2001, new Living Room & Sunroom window 2011, 6' wooden fence 2010/11. Main floor Living Room boasts vaulted ceiling, electric fireplace, ceramic tile flooring at front entrance. Upper level spacious Country Kitchen offers an abundance of cabinets, new countertops and vinyl flooring 2006. Adjacent Dining Room features double French doors leading to the bright west facing 4-season Sunroom with access to the multi-tiered deck offering an incredible view of the 16x40 angled inground pool & the tree lined landscaped back yard. Master Bedroom with 3 pc ensuite. Two additional good sized bedrooms & 4 pc main bath 2010 complete upper level. Fully finished lower level features a Rec Room, 4th bedroom, 3 pc bathroom with heated ceramic flooring. AA+
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I have listed a new property at 88 Elm DR in Oakbank.
S/S 10 June 2011, Offers considered as received. IDEAL 1420 sf 3+ Bedroom Bungalow (2002) with fully finished basement and oversized 26x26+ AT2 garage on a 80x140 landscaped lot in the Town of Oakbank. Kitchen features oak cabinets, corner pantry with French door, breakfast bar peninsula. Fridge, stove, dishwasher & microwave included. Dining Room offers south facing windows and garden door to the 21x16 raised deck. Spacious Great Room boasts a trayed ceiling with accent pot lighting, w/w carpeting. Designer colours throughout. Master Bedroom features a walk-in-closet and 3 pc ensuite with 4' shower with sliding glass doors. Two additional bedrooms and 4 pc main bath complete the main level. Fully finished basement features a spacious 29x15 Rec Room, Berber carpet and accent pot lighting in the suspended ceiling, 4th bedroom, storage room with shelving units included, and 3 pc bath. Entire basement offers spray foam insulation on exterior walls. Washer and dryer included. C/air, alarm, HRV. Shows Great!
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I have sold a property at 43081 Uppingham RD in Springfield Rm.
R04//SPRNGFDRM/Perfect Hobby Farm, great starter or retirement home. Ideal for someone looking for peace and quiet and privacy with 160 acres of mature trees and pasture and plenty of space for horses. Cozy 2 bedroom bungalow with full basement and large raised deck overlooking a beautifully landscaped yard site, a great spot to relax and enjoy the deer and wildlife. The country kitchen offers vinyl flooring and the bright living room features laminate flooring. The home has 200 amp electrical service with forced air electric furnace with hydro budget approx $148 per month. The oversized 24 x 26 double detached garage is insulated and dry walled walls, with 2 new insulated garage doors installed in 2009, and one new garage door opener (2009), shingle approximately 2004. The property also offers a circle driveway with two approaches, a 16 x 8 workshop, a storage shed and a garden shed. The property is located on Uppingham rd approximately 1/2 mile East of Hwy 302 in the RM of Springfield.
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I have sold a property at 34 Kingsgate ROW in Garson.
NEW Custom Built 1473 sf 3 bedroom Raised Bungalow presently under construction on 34 Kingsgate Row in the Quarryside
Development in the Town of Garson, MB. The Spacious eat-in Kitchen has vaulted ceiling, maple cabinets with cappuccino stain,
corner pantry, Island, and garden door. The Great Room features hardwood floors and gas fireplace. The Master Bedroom offers
wall-to-wall carpet, a walk-in closet and 3 pc ensuite with neo angle shower. Two good sized bedrooms and a 4 pc main bath
complete the upper level. The basement features a steel beam and is insulated. 22x22 AT2 garage. Blanket New Home Warranty.
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I have sold a property at 62094 Stoneridge RD in RM Springfield.
OTP evening 25 May 2011. FANTASTIC Curb Appeal! Gorgeous mature treed and maticulously landscaped 5 acre lot with Outstanding 3+ bedroom Bungalow with veranda & fully finished basement, 24x24 AT2 garage & 23x32 insulated workshop. Spacious Country Kitchen features white cabinets, built-in Whirlpool double oven (2006), Island with countertop stove (2006), KitchenAid dishwasher (2010) & fridge (2006) all included. Dining Room offers double garden doors to the raised 20x20 west facing deck offering a view of the beautiful back yard. Living Room features quality laminate flooring & access to the covered veranda & tiered front lawn. Master Bedroom features a 3 pc ensuite & wicc. 5 pc main bath. Fully finished basement offers a spacious 4th bedroom, rec room, den & laundry room, & large 3 pc bath. C/air (2009), Tri-pane windows, 23x32 Mechanics dream workshop with 12' height, insulated & sheeted with OSB, 220 amp, metal roof & siding, overhead insulated 11.6x9 door. A Must See, Shows Great!
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