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).
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.
Classic meets contemporary at Highland Park, and that’s certainly illustrated in our brand new showhome that is now open for viewing.
Our amazing interior design team, Insight Design Group, sourced the perfect finishing touches for the sweeping layouts in this two-bedroom plus den showhome.
A warm soft colour palette throughout brightens the rooms, and is the perfect complement to our richly coloured chestnut brown floors. In the living room, a soft pile rug keeps things cozy beside the gas fireplace, while the straightforward lines of a glass coffee table add a contemporary edge to this classic space.
The honed granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and modern farmhouse-style cabinets with sleek silver pulls make for an inviting kitchen at Highland Park. But it’s the placement of an open recipe book and a table set for four that makes you really feel at home.
Upstairs, dark wood accents offset the neutrals and greys in the bed linens and draperies. To add a bit of whimsy and bring the rooms together, the Insight Design team included patterned throw cushions in a muted blue. And natural materials such as woven baskets add a fresh outdoorsy element that subtly reflects South Surrey’s abundant parks and surrounding trails.
Interested in seeing what else the inventive team at Insight Design Group has done? Then make sure to stop by for a visit. We’d love to tell you more about our inspiration behind the design.
This year, you’re going to do it. You will commit to staying active and getting fit.
We’re behind you all the way, and so is Pulse Personal Training. Without getting too technical, the team at Pulse has provided some key points to help keep you on track with your fitness regime.
Have a plan, and know your goals before you begin. Without a plan, you have nothing to follow and it’s much easier to lose site of your end objective.
Create realistic goals. If you set your expectations too high as soon as you set out of the gates, you’ll soon find yourself losing steam.
People are often keen to begin the new year with a New Year’s Resolution Diet. But be aware that under eating is just as problematic as overeating.
Always start your day off with a meal rather than a liquid substitute. Your brain does not actually recognize liquid as a food and will therefore not jumpstart your metabolism.
Keep your workouts efficient – longer doesn’t necessarily mean better. After 45 minutes, your productivity level drops dramatically.
Try something fun and exciting. Break your regular routine by trying some new classes, working with a trainer, joining a dance class or signing up for a community run.
Have a workout buddy. They’ll keep you motivated and hold you accountable to your workouts.
Write down everything that you consume. You may be surprised to see what is fueling your body once it is written down on paper.
Having been in the fitness business for four years, Pulse is well versed in knowing how to meet your fitness needs. For more information send an email to Info@pulsetraining.ca or call 778.833.2042
Way back in the summertime—gosh, it seems so long ago—we took you through a day in the life at Glenmore and Highland Park.
Since then, a lot has changed: the days have become shorter; the leaves have fallen from the trees; new shops have opened at Grandview Corners across the street from Glenmore and Highland Park; and the community has grown.
Waking up here you’ll still be greeted by carefully landscaped gardens and decorative arbours, but a layer of frost will have replaced the early morning dew.
Venture to De Dutch for a hearty breakfast with friends. Their sweet and savoury pannekoekens are just the thing to warm you up on a winter’s day, and keep you going for a busy day of shopping in the neighbourhood.
First item on the shopping list? Gift wrap and holiday cards from Hallmark. Then it’s off to Future Shop and Sony Style to get the perfect gifts for dad and hubby. A Blue-Ray player is sure to go down well as is the latest box set of MadMen.
With that out of the way, you can focus on the fun stuff. Finding a stellar outfit for tonight’s yuletide soiree at Morgan Creek Golf Club! Crush Clothing has a great selection of Betsey Johnson pieces, and BCBG MaxAzria’s winter collection has all sorts of dresses—short and frilly, long and elegant and everything in between.
But it’s the perfect pumps that bring an outfit to life. Fortunately, Sterling Shoes is just steps away from Glenmore and Highland Park. A matching clutch will tie it all together.
It’s not everyday that you attend a holiday party, so you might as well make the most of it. A ten-minute walk from your front door to Casbah Day Spa at Grandview Corners means you can actually indulge in some “me time” without having to devote a full day at the spa. Enjoy a soothing foot massage and pedicure to prep your feet for the night ahead. And why not grab a gift certificate for mom while you’re there?
It’s been a full day, but you’ve managed to check everything off your to-do list. And all within walking distance from home. Just another day at Glenmore and Highland Park.
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.
Football season is well underway and Canucks pre-season officially started this week. That means, beyond pulling out those foam fingers and laying out that jersey, you need a place to watch the game.
We know just the spot.
With a 150-inch HD projection screen and numerous 52-inch plasma screens positioned throughout the space, Grandview Corners’ ULounge is the ultimate game destination. Sit at the wrap around bar or get cozy in one of the lounge’s booths – whatever your angle, you’ll be in the perfect position to see the game.
And with amazing deals like $5.50 wings and $2.99 Molson Canadian drafts on Wing Wednesdays, and $9.99 Burger and Beer Tuesdays, among others, you can take comfort in the fact that your night out won’t break the bank.
Make sure to take advantage of the pub’s private party rooms for hockey/football pool groups as well. Both the Candle Lounge and the Living Room, each with their own flat screen TV, are available seven days a week and can be reserved for a variety of private functions, including game night with the boys, stagettes, or corporate parties.
Like Glenmore and Highland Park, ULounge combines that neighbourhood feel with a bit of urban flare. Cool aqua accents add a punch of colour to the luxe black and white finishes. But don’t let the sleek interior and funky name fool you. At the heart of it all, ULounge is your friendly, local pub. The management and staff will make you feel right at home.
Beyond being the space to back your favourite team, ULounge is the perfect locale to meet up with friends, chat over a casual drink, munch on great food (at reasonable prices!) and enjoy a spectacular space. And its mere paces from Glenmore and Highland Park, so you can make it home safely while abiding by the recently adjusted impaired driving law.
ULounge’s full kitchen is open daily at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner.
You want more from where you live. A stylishly inspired community is important to you, but you also want to ensure that the necessary amenities for raising a young family are in place. And with a new school year just around the corner, having good schools nearby must be top of mind when you’re looking for your new home.
Fortunately, White Rock/South Surrey is part of the largest public school district in B.C., School District 36, which has 99 public elementary schools and 21 public high schools, not to mention the numerous private and Montessori schools in the region.
17148 26 Avenue
Surrey, B.C.
V3S 0A4
Located on 26 Avenue, just a five-minute drive from Glenmore and Highland Park, Pacific Heights will most likely be the elementary school for students living in the neighbourhood. Home of the Phoenix, Pacific Heights Elementary is Kindergarten to Grade 7.
2064 154 Street
Surrey BC
V4A 4S3
A short drive over the King George Highway is Jessie Lee. Another K-7 school in the area, the school’s motto is “Reach for the Sky.” Jessie Lee’s enrollment as of September 2009 was 251.
Ecole Crescent Park School has been serving the Crescent beach community for 60 years, and the Annex for 90 years. They are the only elementary school in the area to offer a late French immersion program with students entering the program in Grade 6.
15250 28 Avenue
Surrey, BC
V4P 1B9
Sunnyside is one of the few K-7 schools to have a Montessori-based program and neighbourhood-based program in a public school system, which has attracted a diverse group of students.
A new school is slated to open in September 2012.
15751 16 Avenue
Surrey, BC
V4A 1S1
Early Marriott Secondary is situated on the border of South Surrey and White Rock. It is the largest French immersion secondary school in western Canada, teaching students from Grade 8 through to Grade 12. Currently, the student population sits at about 1,700. Due to its vicinity, it will likely be school of choice for high-school students in the Glenmore and Highland Park area.
1785 148 Street
Surrey, BC
V4A 4M6
Located right on 148th Street, Semiahmoo Secondary takes students from Grade 8 to Grade 12. For its Grade 11 and Grade 12 students, Semiahmoo offers the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme. The two-year IB program provides an accelerated program of studies. Students have the opportunity to earn university course credits leading to preferred admission to university programs.
13484 24 Avenue
Surrrey, BC
V4A 2G5
Elgin Park Secondary is the third and final public secondary school in the White Rock/South Surrey area. Along with Earl Marriott and Semiahmoo, Elgin Park offers the Hockey Canada Skills Academy. The Academy provides high-school students with a passion and interest in the great Canadian game, with the opportunity to develop their skills and hockey knowledge.
2656 160th Street
Surrey, B.C.
V3S 0B7
Looking for a private school? Situated within the burgeoning neighbourhood surrounding Glenmore and Highland Park, Southridge offers a university-directed program from kindergarten to Grade 12. The co-ed campus has a full sports program with first-class facilities and playing fields, and has a strong fine arts focus.
3388 Rosemary Heights Crescent
Surrey, B.C.
V3S 0K7
Morgan Creek offers Montessori education for preschool and kindergarten-aged children in both the Morgan Creek and Rosemary Heights areas of South Surrey. At the time of posting, the school still had space in their afternoon programs for three year olds.
5438 152 Street
Surrey, BC
V3S 5J9
Roots & Wings is about a 15-minute drive from Glenmore and Highland Park, but it is one of the few Montessori schools to offer babycare, daycare and primary Montessori (two-and-a-half to five year olds) as well as intermediate and senior Montessori (six to 12 year olds) right the way through to secondary Montessori (12 to 15 year olds).
South Surrey’s burgeoning Morgan Heights neighbourhood is a great place to grow, and grow up. Indoor and outdoor activities in the form of clubs, camps and kids venues for your little (and not so little) ones abound, minutes from your doorstep. So, if you’re looking to move with a young one in tow or are planning to start a family soon, we recommend starting here.
Historic Stewart Farmhouse
Just a 12-minute drive from Morgan Heights sits the historic Stewart Farmhouse. First built in 1894, by pioneer John Stewart, the Stewart farmhouse is a now a place for visitors and residents alike to enjoy heritage activities, crafts and home baking. Costumed tour guides will take you through the house, and teach you about life in Surrey in the Victorian period. What’s more, in the summer months, the Stewart Farmhouse offers various children’s daycamps – and that’s great news for you and the kids. They can spend a day at the farm doing things the old-fashioned way, while you can enjoy a quiet lunch with friends.
Serpentine Fen
An interesting and inexpensive way to enjoy the outdoors with your kids. Located 10 minutes from Morgan Heights by car, Serpentine Fen, also called the Serpentine Wildlife Area, is a 150-acre habitat with more than 130 different bird species. There are a number of designated public trails and three covered viewing towers to help spot eagles, hawks, blue herons and more. September and October are the best months for birding, as many birds take shelter in the Fen, but you may also come across frogs, coyotes and even harbour seals. Don’t forget the binoculars!
The South Surrey Indoor Pool
This is a great venue for learning and playing. Register your little ones in swim lessons or just head to the pool for a day of fun. The indoor pool has six 25-metre lanes and two diving boards as well as a children’s pool and whirlpool. And the Pool hosts youth activities on Friday and Saturday nights. Pre-teen pool parties complete with a DJ and games, and Swim Play, which includes swimming followed by a movie and popcorn are popular Saturday night events. Conveniently, located 10 minutes from Morgan Heights.
Softball City
One of the coolest locations for any kid who loves sports has to be Softball City. It is the premiere sports and entertainment complex with four championship calibre diamonds, and it’s one more venue that is located only 10 minutes away from Morgan Heights. It’s an ideal location for fundraisers and birthday parties, or just watching a league or tournament game.
Add the fact that White Rock/South Surrey is part of the largest public school district in B.C., School District 36 (which has 99 public elementary schools and 21 public high schools), and we think you’ll find that Morgan Heights is quite an exciting place to live.
You want to raise your children in a nurturing and stimulating environment, and at Glenmore & Highland Park in Morgan Heights that want can become reality. If you’re looking to make the move and own your own home in a trendy suburban community that combines urban flare with a family-friendly mentality, you’ll love Morgan Heights.
