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).
Simply put, townhomes are a great alternative to single-family homes. Here are just five of the benefits that might make choosing a home at Glenmore or Highland Park the perfect option for you.
The Club
Imagine lying out by a sun-drenched outdoor pool – take a dip at your leisure. Or waking up each morning and hitting the fitness room for a bit of cardio. Feel like a game of pool with the boys? No problem, invite them around for a crack at the billiards table. Living at Glenmore and Highland Park affords the opportunity to be part of a community, and its community amenities in the form of The Club. It’s private club facilities with backyard convenience.
Less Exterior Maintenance
The amount of exterior maintenance on a townhome is often drastically reduced simply because there is a dwelling on one or more sides of the home. Tending to the siding on just the front and back of your home can save a lot of time and money, which means more time to spend with family and friends. And with a few more pennies in your pocket, you might even be able to spend some of that time saved away on vacation!
Affordability
Speaking of pennies… Choosing to purchase a townhome definitely affords you more house for your money. Our two-bedroom plus den homes at Glenmore are starting at just $338,900*. Our efficient use of space gives you the most square footage possible. You’ll be hard pressed to find a single-family home with similar square footage for that price near this vibrant neighbourhood.
Spacious Layouts
With two floors of living space, plus a full garage with storage, the townhomes at Glenmore and Highland Park afford plenty of room for you to not just live, but live well. Enter your home through your own front door. Throw a dinner party, and have room for a full dining table. Let guests mingle in the living room while you prepare the appies – the open-concept floorplan is ideal for entertaining. There’s even a powder room on the main floor, so guests can have the opportunity freshen up.
Outdoor Living
Of course, the chance to get outside and enjoy your own yard has to be one of the more compelling reasons for townhome living. In the spring months, take to the soil and tackle a manageable plot of land to plant your spring bulbs. When summer arrives, you can look forward to pulling out the barbeque and a lawn chair or two for a summer feast. Sounds pretty good, doesn’t it?
Merge the conveniences of a single-family home and condo living at Glenmore and Highland Park.
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
Piping hot cider, mugs full of hot chocolate, a blazing bonfire. Heading to the tree farm encompasses so much more than just selecting a Christmas tree!
Here’s a rundown of tree farms around Glenmore and Highland Park, so you can try your hand at sawing your own U-Cut this year, or pick up a pre-cut tree.
Armstrong Creek Farms Ltd.
Choose from Colorado Blue Spruce, Fraser Fir, Grand Fir, Noble Fir, Norway Spruce and others, or opt for a living tree in a planter that can transplanted to the garden later in the year. Located on 190 Street in Surrey, Armstrong Creek Farms has an excellent selection of U-Cut and pre-cut trees to choose from. And don’t worry about bringing your own saw, along with a refreshment stand, Armstrong Creek Farms has plenty of saws on-hand. The farm only accepts cash, so make sure to head to the bank before you make your way there.
Open: Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Oh Christmas Tree Farms
Formerly known as the Milner Tree Farm, Oh Christmas Tree Farm re-opened in 2004, and has continued to provide families with festive fun since then. The 17-acre farm features a variety of trees, including Douglas Fir, Grand Fir, Blue Spruce, Fraser Fir and Noble Fir. Out toward the Cloverdale/Langley area, Oh Christmas Tree Farm is about a half-hour drive from Glenmore and Highland Park, but we think the easy parking and free hot chocolate by the bonfire makes up for the distance.
Open: Every day from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Christmas Store at Potters
Potters is the largest Christmas store in Western Canada, with over 28,000 square feet of display space! Along with an assortment of unusual holiday décor, the store is home to a selection of pre-cut trees. So, if you just can’t hack hacking down a tree yourself, you may want to head here. The garden store’s other two locations on 152nd Ave and 72nd Ave also sell a variety of fresh conifers.
Open: Monday, Tuesday & Saturday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Art Knapp Plantland
Landscaping equipment, model trains, giftware, jewelry and Christmas trees—Art Knapp Plantland sells a lot of product! A quick drive along King George Highway from Glenmore and Highland Park will bring you Art Knapp’s Surrey location where you can purchase a few stocking stuffers along with your pre-cut tree.
Open: Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
We hope you find the perfect Christmas tree!
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.
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.
It’s B.C. Day on Sunday, and we’re really looking forward to the long weekend. The weather promises to be beautiful, and a short work week is certainly something to smile about.
Even better? At Glenmore and Highland Park in Morgan Heights you’re perfectly positioned to head south over the border for the day (or better yet, the weekend!).
If you’re looking to escape for a day trip, Chuckanut Drive is a must. This scenic route connects Bellingham to Skagit Valley, weaving through beautiful farmlands onto the rock shoulder of the Chukanut Mountains down to the historic town of Fairhaven.
The natural beauty of the Drive is an experience in and of itself. The bright colours of Skagit Valley’s well-known tulip fields are perfectly complemented by the lush greenery and dense agriculture of the area. Discover the old pilings, dikes and barns of historic Edison and then continue along the back roads to Samish Island and Bay View. Both Bay View State Park overlooking Padilla Bay or Larrabee State Park on Samish Bay are ideal places to stop and have a picnic. Of course, if you’re looking to indulge your tastebuds, why not try a few oysters? Native to the region, you can enjoy freshly shucked oysters at Oyster Creek Inn or The Oyster Bar.
Beyond the fresh produce and seafood, there are plenty of art and antique shops to explore as well. It truly is a drive like no other.
Then again, if you’re feeling like you need to add a few items to your summer wardrobe you may want to spend the day at Seattle Premium Outlets in Tulalip instead. The Back-to-School & Fall Preview Sale is happening from Thursday, July 29th to Monday, August 2nd. That means deals on items that are already reduced! There are designer fashion and sportswear stores such as BCBG Max Azria and Lacoste as well as children’s outlets like OshKosh B’Gosh. Any summer weddings to attend? You might as well get the gift out of the way this weekend, too. Houseware and home furnishings outlets include Kitchen Collection, Le Creuset and Restoration Hardware, to name a few.
Of course, with an extra day in the mix, you actually have enough time to get away for a night of camping, or even two.
Start your camping weekend with a visit to the quaint town of Port Townsend – known as Washington’s Victorian seaport. There is plenty to explore in this pretty seaside town, hit the beaches and trails on bike or foot, learn a thing or two at the museum or dance up a storm at one of the many live music venues. There are jazz clubs and festivals happening all weekend.
A short drive away, you can set up for a night of camping at Fort Worden along Admiralty Inlet. The 434-acre park – and the location site for the film An Officer and Gentleman – is situated high on a bluff overlooking Puget Sound. Fort Worden was actually active as an army base from 1902 to 1953, and many historic buildings from the military fort still remain.
If you prefer, a short ferry ride will bring you to Fort Casey on Whidbey Island – another great locale for camping. Fort Casey State Park is a 467-acre marine camping park that overlooks Admiralty Inlet and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Considered strategic to the defense of Puget Sound in the 1890s, Fort Casey was built with huge artillery guns on disappearing carriages, many of which were shipped to Europe during World War II. Two 10-inch and two 3-inch historic guns are still on display today.
So go on, treat yourself to a mini vacation. It’s only a short drive from Glenmore and Highland Park, after all. And whether it’s a day or the entire long weekend, we think you’ll agree there’s plenty for you, your friends and your family to do south of border.
