Tim Banfield - YYCHomesales.com

This is a fantastic home:

Expertly crafted and designed, this 3-storey infill in Ramsay is a testament to modern design, with unmatched architectural detailing and custom design elements over every level. Boasting a functional three storey design with over 2,800 square feet of finished living space, this home boasts FOUR LEVELS of beautifully designed, thoughtfully laid out living space, with vaulted ceilings, extensive custom work and open sight lines from all floors. Designed for the discerning buyer or design aficionado, this home features high-end finishes and UPGRADED ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS including a custom Douglas Fir floating staircase from Whitewater ski resort, acid washed Canadian slate kitchen island counter with waterfall edges, concrete floors with in-floor heating, Miele and Dacór Appliances, rain showers in every bathroom, upgraded plush carpet and an oversized garage for a pickup truck. Complete with 4 good sized bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, a private office, an open-concept main level and a top-floor loft with a wet bar and access to a private rooftop patio with OUTSTANDING DOWNTOWN VIEWS – this home has it all, in an area that cannot be beat. You will appreciate the dual hot water tanks and dual furnaces for zone climate control and the zero-scape front yard and turf in the backyard. Ramsay is favoured by families and professionals alike thanks to its proximity to Downtown, great parks/schools, amazing amenities like Red’s Diner across the street, shops on 9th av and proximity to the Stampede Grounds and so much more. Just a short bike ride or walk to the Bow River pathways, and all that Ramsay and Inglewood have to offer, this is a choice inner-city location that is home to a number of million dollar infills/estate homes. This home is a MUST SEE.

Just saw this today. A good summary of the Calgary Housing market.

Calgary home sales on track for slowest pace in more than a decade | CBC News And the forecast remains cool for Calgary's once-hot real estate market.

First established in 1958 on land owned by Harry Hays, Haysboro has grown to become a small city in its own right. It's easy to see why so many Calgarians are opting out of high priced, impersonal condos downtown in favour of the connected feel of London Towers at Heritage Station. London at Heritage Station is redefining what a residential and retail neighbourhood should be, with two towers and shops at their base, London is changing the way people look at life in Calgary.

Located in this connected residential and retail community you'll love saving the time and stress of driving around town. It's only a quick commute to downtown on the LRT and all the amenities you need are within walking distance, London at Heritage Station is the perfect location for you to enjoy life to the fullest. No time is wasted in traffic and the convenience of condominium living is at your fingertips. London Towers achieves the perfect balance between uptown living and suburban charm by connecting you to everything you want to do.

Well-priced, eco-friendly, and conveniently located, #2008 8710 Horton Road is perfect for a first-time buyer or someone who appreciates conveniences of the city. A community with lots of amenities, London at Heritage Station is modern in features while at the same time providing the ease of living you are looking for. With only a 20 minute commute to the city core on the LRT, you can enjoy your morning coffee in peace, without being rushed out the door worrying about traffic building up because of an accident on Deerfoot Trail.

Being sensitive to the environment is important and at London Towers, they focused on setting a new standard for environmental development in Alberta. Green built, this modern condo is ahead of the curve, equipped with low energy fixtures, low-E windows, low flow toilets and an on-demand hot water system so that you can feel good about your energy footprint. Save money throughout the winter and decrease your environmental impact without the hassle of having to install these features on your own. London at Heritage Station is leading the way in meeting environmental standards and in promoting healthier living for their residents, even recently announcing a new green space located between the two towers.

You’ll love making dinner in the modern and spacious kitchen. The large, floor to ceiling windows provides warm, natural light to the area which boasts granite counters and updated coloured cabinets. The kitchen makes it so you'll never ever have to worry about visible mess with modern, black appliances, granite counters and functional ceramic tiling. A spacious pantry and ample cupboard space make cooking a delight and save the inconvenience of frequent grocery trips. Although if you do have to run to the grocery store you are connected to one via an indoor walkway that connects you directly to the amenities located in the retail portion of London Tower.

The openness and recently updated floors carry on throughout the home into the living room to suit any style so you can make the space truly your own. With large, clean walls the living room is a blank canvas for any needs from bookshelves, to paintings, to a family television area. South-facing floor to ceiling windows allows for plenty of light and an outstanding view. Being on the 20th floor allows you to see 180 degrees, all the way to the mountains and you'll never miss a sunrise or sunset again. The front entrance to the unit allows you to welcome guests into your home rather than having them walk directly into your kitchen.

The master bedroom features additional space as you enter the room which is a great place for additional clothing. Adding an extra dresser or a vanity area to the room is no problem, and the ensuite means you won't have to fight over a bathroom. Large windows grace both the bedrooms providing warmth to the master bedroom as well as what could be your spare bedroom, kid's room or even office.

In a world where we are all trying to save time, having in-suite laundry is important; this condo comes with its own stacked washer and dryer. The parkade is heated. London Tower also features a roof-top patio on the 17th floor, it's a really nice outdoor space, not like a lot of common area condo patios, it's large, the views are awesome and the sunroom is inviting too, definitely a feature worthy of showing your friends.

Even if you commute to downtown, you’ll never have to worry about traffic again. Within walking distance is the Heritage LRT station featuring a new pedestrian walkway, a connected shopping complex that offers a selection of restaurants to choose from, a Tim Hortons, Save On Foods and numerous other small retailers while Chinook Centre is one stop away on the LRT. The commercial district along McLeod trail is also accessible on foot featuring more shopping, gym facilities and one of Calgary's best indoor climbing gyms. London at Heritage Station is designed for convenient living.

Listed at $344,900 this is a great place to call home. Shoot me a text at 587-216-2371 to book an appointment to see this fantastic find.

New post up on Medium about the added stresses of driving a manual campervan around in Scotland and how you should plan ahead; like when selling your home.

The picture is of Edinburgh Castle from our trip there.

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