Our last release of homes at Highland Park proved so popular, they are already sold- out! Good thing we’ve just released a new batch of homes at Highland Park!
Two-bedroom plus den homes starting from just $375,900.*
Three-bedroom homes from $402, 900.*
Visit us today at 2501-161A Street, Surrey to find out how you can make one of these limited edition homes yours. Our Presentation Centre and display homes are open noon to 5 pm daily (except Fridays).
Our sales team can’t quite get over how rapidly the area around Glenmore and Highland Park has transformed into a vibrant and accessible neighbourhood.
Connie, one of our sales representatives at Glenmore, recently returned from her maternity leave, and she was quite struck by the community’s development in the past year: “Everything is so close by and accessible. It’s like being downtown, but it’s much more peaceful.”
Amanda and Victoria, sales representatives from Glenmore and Highland Park respectively, are equally taken by the area’s urban vibe.
“When I think back to 2008 when I first started working out here, I am absolutely amazed as to the amount of development, both commercial and residential,” comments Victoria. “This area has not only developed, but has been transformed into a beautiful community, rich with amenities, home and shopping.”
“With the amount stores and amenities nearby, it’s become the suburbia Yaletown,” remarks Amanda.
The feedback our team has received from potential homeowners like you has been overwhelmingly positive as well.
People continue to comment that they really appreciate the fact that they can walk across the street and get a cup of coffee. And still have access to wonderful schools and beautiful parkways.
Then there are, of course, the homes.
We’re pretty fond of the two-bedroom plus den homes now available at Glenmore They’re in a great location and have spacious yards. And clearly you are too, only a handful remains.
The three-bedroom B1 plan at Highland Park has also been much admired. The open-concept layout and vaulted ceilings create a spacious, single-family home feel. And the master ensuite features a full five-piece bathroom.
Most of all, you appreciate the fact that our finishings are a representation of the area itself – a blend of “traditional living with a modern twist.” Thanks for noticing.
It is something about the area that captivated us right away, and prompted us to move on this location.
Keep checking in, we will continue to keep you up-to-date about this burgeoning community. And our sales team is always available to chat about the neighbourhood.
We’re already a month-and-a-half into 2011. And a lot of us on the Glenmore and Highland Park team have noticed that we are already giving up on our New Year’s resolutions. Life just seems to get in the way, and boy is it tempting to push those goals aside – as guilt-ridden as we may feel – with the simple thought: “There is always next year…”
Fight the temptation!
Now, is the perfect time to reassess your goals, and reward yourself for hitting a milestone, so you can keep on track with those resolutions.
Narrow Your Focus
Having to focus mental energy into five different things is a lot harder than focusing on one task. What do you value most? Let the less important resolutions fall to the wayside.
Revisit and Revise
Now that you have a more acute focus, take some time out to reflect on what you think you can realistically achieve. There is nothing wrong with revising your goals to make them more attainable, and so that they suit your actual needs and desires.
Go Bite-Sized
Small bite-sized goals are achievable. Long-term goals can seem overwhelming. Stopping to analyze your resolutions now is ideal. You can see where you came from, where you are going and where you’d like to be.
A Friendly Reminder
Remind yourself why you set these goals in the first place. Write down your goal, why you want to achieve it, and read it each morning. Keep your friends in the loop too. They can provide invaluable support.
Coming into a new year, it’s easy to jump on the New Year’s resolution bandwagon and valiantly go forth with the notion that you will rid yourself of all vices. Now it’s time to be realistic, and determine what is truly important to you.
Valentine’s Day. A Hallmark holiday or simply a chance to show that special
someone they really do mean the world to you? Dub us hopeless romantics, but
we’ll go for the latter. Beautiful floral bouquets, softly spoken “I love yous,” intimate
dinners for two – our hearts are a fluttering already…
And in our push for romance, we’ve come up with the perfect lineup of restaurants
around Glenmore and Highland Park destined to set the sparks flying between you
and your sweetheart any night of the week.
It’s amore.
Don Quixote you may not be, but we think you’ll come pretty darn close wining and
dining your sweetheart at White Rock’s Pearl on the Rock. Chef Jeremy Keighley
continues his culinary celebration of life on the coast, preparing stirring, passionate
dishes that connect both land and sea. Couple that with a striking view overlooking
Semiahmoo Bay, and we think you’re set for a night of amore.
Relaxed and refined.
Sometimes a vibrant room filled with an eclectic group of people is all you’re looking
for to guarantee a great night out. Laughter is, after all, one of the best aphrodisiacs,
and it’s nice to feel at ease in an open environment where you can laugh out loud.
Try sipping on a few lively libations at U Lounge – walking distance from Glenmore and Highland Park – to get those romantic juices flowing.
Try something new.
The trepidation of trying something new is sometimes the ultimate way to bring
two people together. So why not test your palate and create some new memories at
Senses Fusion Cuisine on Marine Drive? It’s only short drive or cab from Glenmore
and Highland Park. The menu is laid out tapas-style, so you can cuddle up extra-cozy
and share as many dishes that take your fancy. Cupid will be happy, to be sure.
Mood setter.
There’s nothing quite like the combination of a glass of wine and the sound of
someone tickling the ivories to get you in the mood. Which is why we love the
idea of heading to The Hazelemere Dining Room at Hazelmere Golf Course for Valentine’s Day. House pianist Josef Kaliostro takes to the piano every night at 6 p.m.
to serenade guests as they dine.
Like the zodiac signs in Western astrology, the animals of Chinese astrology are thought to dictate personality traits and affect world events in the year they rule. So as we leave the Year of the Tiger and transition into the Year of the Rabbit, we think it only makes sense to consider the year ahead and see what the Chinese zodiac for 2011 has in store for us.
For those looking to purchase a new home at Glenmore or Highland Park, the coming year looks positive indeed. Here’s why:
The Year of the Rabbit means a calmer year of comfort and reflection, compared to the past years of excitement. This is a year meant for indulging in the comforts of home.
2011 is a time for rational and thoughtful decisions to be made, which means you can feel confident that once you’ve made a decision about a home, it will be the right one.
According to Holiday Spot’s Chinese Zodiac, in the Year of the Rabbit “we will act with discretion and make reasonable concessions without too much difficulty.” We will know what amenities and features are truly important to us, and we will recognize when we are being excessive.
It’s also a year traditionally associated with home and family, artistic pursuits, diplomacy and keeping the peace. And that’s excellent news for those in the home buying market. 2011 will be the year to find a home well suited to everyone in your family, at a time when your keen eye for colour and accessories will be eager to take hold.
And if you were fortunate enough to have been born in the Year of the Rabbit, that home buying decision looks even better. “The Rabbit is extremely lucky in business and monetary transactions. Astute at striking bargains, he can always pop up with a suitable proposal or alternative to benefit himself.”
From the team at Glenmore and Highland Park, here’s wishing you and your family a year of health and prosperity.
If you ask us, January is the perfect month to take on a DIY project. The hubbub of the holidays is all but forgotten, the weather is often less than spectacular and dusk still arrives relatively early in the evening, reminding us that the summer months are a ways away yet.
So grab a gallon of paint, a pair of scissors, some fun appliqués – whatever it is you need to get your DIY project underway. And feel good about saving a few pennies and doing it yourself.
Not sure where you want to begin? Here are some innovative ideas and helpful sites to get your creative juices flowing.
Customize curtains and shades with the help of none other than business magnate and home living guru herself, Martha Stewart. Appliqués are a simple timesaving way to dress up your windows. It doesn’t require any sewing, and the cutouts can be adjusted to fit any size panel. But Martha Stewart’s DIY tips go far beyond windows. Here you’ll find the how-tos for wall projects, furniture projects and accent pieces.
Debbie Travis, Canada’s answer to Martha Stewart in many ways, has always been known for her do-it-yourself projects. From her television series Painted House to her HGTV series Facelift, she’s been filling Canadians with cool projects and ideas for the home. Her how-to gallery has all sorts of ideas for DIY projects, from painted stairs to slat coffee tables.
Perhaps less well known than either Martha Stewart or Debbie Travis, Design*Sponge is another great resource for DIY projects and helpful how-tos. It’s a daily website dedicated to home and product design run by Brooklyn-based writer, Grace Bonney. All set for Valentine’s Day, this week’s DIY is a decorative feature – a crochet heart garland.
Of course, many of the décor and home renovation shops next door to Glenmore and Highland Park will be eager to share their expertise as well.
With cooler days and cooler nights just around the corner courtesy of Jack Frost, we thought there was no better time than now to provide you with a few helpful tips to winterize your home.
As a new homeowner at Glenmore or Highland Park, you won’t have to worry about having the furnace serviced or replacing the hot water heater. Nor will you need to worry about cracks in the foundation or weatherstripping gaps and holes around the windows and doors of your home. But there is still plenty you can do to make your home winter ready:
1) If you haven’t already, clean dry and store all summer gardening equipment.
2) Drain all of the garden hoses.
3) Drain the gas from the lawnmower before storing it away for the winter.
4) Clean out the gutters and use a hose to spray down the downspouts and clear debris.
5) Trim any tree branches that are hanging too close to the house or electrical wires.
6) Uncover all south-facing windows to let as much sunlight into your home as possible.
7) Keep all closet doors closed when possible. There’s no need to heat a space that isn’t in use.
8) Unplug all electronics and appliances that are not being used. They use energy even when they’re not in use, and unplugging them when you’re not home will help offset the increase in usage.
9) Reverse the direction of your ceiling fan. Reversing the ceiling fan will actually push warm air downward and keep warm air circulating.
10) Finally, avoid applying any rock salt to your roof to melt ice or snow. It can damage shingles, and possibly void the manufacturer’s warranty.
There are lots resources available full of information about preparing your home for the winter. The above list is just a quick rundown of some of the simple things you can do to help you feel comfortable and cozy in your new home.
It’s time to ditch the car and invest in a solid pair of walking shoes.
Welcome to Glenmore and Highland Park where everything you need is within walking distance. Hear why residents and retailers (not to mention our sales team) are raving about this one-stop shop community.
For moms who want to get out and live life in their community and have fun while raising their children it doesn’t get better than this.
South Surrey is a hub of activity for moms in the know, and the burgeoning neighbourhood around Glenmore and Highland Park is only adding to this vibrant community for mommies.
If story time is a special time in your household you’ll love Kidsbooks in South Surrey. The bookstore often hosts author visits from a variety of popular children’s authors, and next week is no different. On October 20th, Kidsbooks welcomes Blinky to the Rescue’s illustrator/author (and BC-native) Ashley Spires. Learn even more about the epic space adventures of Blinky the cat and his co-pilot Ted!
Situated on 32nd Avenue, Babycheeks Boutique promises to be a shopping treat for you and your little ones. The boutique is filled with all sorts of beautiful children’s clothes and accessories, and is a host to a variety of child-friendly activities, from reading workshops to song and craft time to play dates with the likes of Cinderella and Ariel. Introduce your little guy or gal to some new playmates and mingle with other moms in the area.
A 10-minute drive from Glenmore and Highland Park, the Bell Performing Arts Centre in South Surrey is host to numerous events for both young and old. This month, it’s all about the kids. Described as a Halloween musical adventure for the entire family, The Great Big Boo! comes to the Bell Centre on October 23rd. And this week, the Centre welcomes acclaimed children’s author Robert Munsch on his Love You Forever Tour. Take a moment to recite those beloved words “I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always” together with your tot.
Of course, if you’re looking to pursue something a little more active there is always Mommy & Me Bowling at Scottsdale Lanes. Pre-schooler and adult team up costs $60 and runs for six weeks. Or you can participate in a family and youth night at Tong Louie Family YMCA.
Spending quality time getting to know other moms who share the same interests as you is always important too. There are a few Mommy & Me groups in the South Surrey/White Rock area to help you do just. The members-only clubs aim to create lasting friendships for parents as well as their children through meet ups and play dates to places like coffee shops, beaches, the aquarium and other areas over the Lower Mainland. You’ll want to sign up as a member to get more information.
A place to live, a place to belong, a place to grow. It’s all here at Glenmore and Highland Park.
The kids are back at school, and that means you might just have a few extra hours in the day to take some time for yourself. In the hopes that you do, here’s a quick rundown of the salons, beauty spas and places to rejuvenate in the area.
A New Impression Day Spa
If you’re looking to pamper and recharge your body as well as your spirit, you’ll want to head down to A New Impression Day Spa. Along with traditional spa services such as manicures, pedicures, body wraps and massage, A New Impression offers kundalini yoga classes as well.
Aru Spa and Salon
Nominated as the top place to go for a massage in Surrey by Surrey Now readers, Aru’s extensive list of massages comprises everything from hot stone massages to postnatal massages. Therapists are trained in sports, prenatal, postnatal, pregnancy, craniosacral and Reiki massage. Follow up your spa day with a cut and style at the salon.
Casbah Day Spa looks to be a place for both men and women to gather and feel pampered. The spa offers a complete range of services, including makeup and hair removal treatments, eyelash extensions and an infrared sauna. In addition to these conventional services, Casbah provides various “Medi Services” such as ultrasonic acne treatments, vascular treatments and fractional laser skin resurfacing.
Salon Montage
Now in its fourteenth year serving the White Rock community, Salon Montage is an Aveda concept salon and spa. Every Montage stylist is a graduate of the Aveda Advanced Academy. And you can feel guilt free about lathering your body in sumptuous oils and lotions when you visit the spa. All Aveda hair, skin, body and makeup products are made of 97 per cent naturally derived plant and flower ingredients.
Santé Per Aqua Medical Spa
Although Sante Per Aqua does offer facials, massages, body wraps and other traditional body treatments under their spa section, they actually specialize in medical services. Micropigmentation or permanent makeup, small redness vein therapy and a hair loss treatment clinic are just a few of the services available at Santé Per Aqua.
There’s no shortage of salons and spas in the White Rock and South Surrey area. So whether you have half an hour for a quick polish application or half a day to indulge in a complete spa package, why not treat yourself to a visit.
