From adventurous eating to mindfulness retreating, here’s what’s going down in the mountains near Calgary this month. Enjoy Lake Louise, Shred Fest, learning about Eagle migration, Bowling in Banff, Ghosts in Canmore, Fernie museum and MUCH more. We are a family real estate team and love where we work and what we do. We enjoy sharing all the activities there are for those of us lucky to live in Calgary and surrounding areas. Doug, Susan and Kristen have been selling real estate in Calgary for 40 years. Do not hesitate to contact us with any of your real estate needs. www.penleymcnaughton.com . For the complete info on what to do in the mountains the month of October click HERE.
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FOUR new listings from Auburn Bay to Sundre, AB – check it out!
Why rent when you can own a 3 bedroom tastefully renovated townhome in Marlborough Park. Numerous special features include: neutral color scheme, recent replacement of windows & exterior doors, large bay windows LR & master, trendy dine-in kitchen w/ breakfast bar, soft close drawers, lighting under cabinets w/ dimmer switch, pot lights, ceramic tile, stainless steel appliances & French doors. The cozy living rm features a wood burning fireplace w/ a well situated front foyer. Upper level offers 3 bedrooms w/ plenty of closet space, large linen closet & updated main bath…. 6103 Madigan DR NW just $229,900
Sought after corner property in Auburn Bay.Special features are abundant: Oversized garage, hardwood flooring,open concept kitchen with stainless steel appliances,cherry cabinetry,breakfast bar, convenient walk through pantry,large dining area, plenty of widows allowing natural sun light, exit patio doors to your lovely deck and yard, rock feature fireplace in living rm area to enjoy in the winter months -the perfect area for entertaining!Enjoy your massive bonus room & the full size laundry rm! Master bdrm ensuite w/ separate shower and oversized soaker tub plus second ensuite off of yet another master bedroom. All of the bedrooms are spacious and feature walk-in closets… 4 Auburn Bay Lane SE just $580,000
Pride of ownership is evident in this inner-city character home located in the community of Crescent Hts. Located next to Rosedale one of the most desired areas in Calgary.An opportunity for your children to attend Rosedale Elementary school. This 50 ft frontage lot is ideal for investors to hold for future redevelopment or move in & enjoy all conveniences of living in the core of Calgary.The main floor cozy living rm is a lovely area to entertain, two bedrooms up & the lower level area shows 10/10 as well.Bright well organized kitchen w/ ample cupboard & counter space.Desirable SOUTH facing yard surrounded by mature trees & recently upgraded concrete sidewalk & newer fence.A newer oversized dble garage w/ room for storage & the property is wired w/ Telus fiber optic cable… 409 12 AVE NW $699,000
Welcome to a home or recreational property that abounds with a life style of fun & peacefulness.Almost 2000 ft of James River frontage,8 acres of developed land on the West side of the creek & 17 acres of wooded land & trails on the other side.Ideal for snowmobiling,quadding,hiking or fly-fishing steps from your home.The spring fed creek that runs through the property receives its run from the James River.Three bedroom mobile home is set for year round living & recently upgraded.The shop/garage has heated floors & there are 4 convenient sheds.One is for well services, another for storage & 2 others could be used for sleeping units if so desired.There is a 10’x60′ metal shipping unit to secure recreational equipment as well. Another convenience is an incinerator, diesel & gas tanks. 25 acres near Sundre just $365,000
For all details of these wonderful properties for sale please contact Doug, Susan or Kristen www.penleymcnaughton.com.
4bdrm, 3.5 bthrm home under $500k for sale in Okotoks built in 2008!
This Westview built home could be the perfect home for you in one of the most sought after areas in Okotoks! Outstanding location on a quiet street just steps to schools, greenspaces & numerous amenities.Special features are abundant:Color scheme & design taken from the Westview show home,plenty of windows allowing natural sunlight, open concept floor plan(perfect for entertaining),cozy feature fireplace in living rm,walk through pantry with upgraded shelving,spacious kitchen island, plenty of cupboards, upgraded Bosch dishwasher,handy mud rm.Enjoy the upper bonus rm, 3 large bdrms with a master including ensuite (separate shower & bathtub)& a walk in closet.You’ll appreciate your fully finished basement complete with family rm, 4th bdrm, bthrm, storage , craft or workout area & an office space!Low maintenance yard with sprinkler system & deck. Attached garage w/ lots of storage & potential to construct a loft for additional storage.Do not miss this fantastic opportunity to own this lovely family home! 44 Westmount Way, Okotoks $484,000. Contact Doug, Susan or Kristen with any questions www.penleymcnaughton.com
25 acres w/ 3bdrm mobile home on James River near Sundre just $365k
Welcome to a home or recreational property that abounds with a life style of fun & peacefulness.Almost 2000 ft of James River frontage,8 acres of developed land on the West side of the creek & 17 acres of wooded land & trails on the other side.Ideal for snowmobiling,quadding,hiking or fly-fishing steps from your home.The spring fed creek that runs through the property receives its run from the James River.Three bedroom dbl wide mobile home is set for year round living & recently upgraded.The shop/garage 30’x40′ has heated floors & there are 4 convenient sheds.One is for well services, another for storage & 2 others could be used for sleeping units if so desired.There is a 10’x60′ metal shipping unit to secure recreational equipment as well. Another convenience is an incinerator, diesel & gas tanks. An artesian well currently used in the summer w/ great water.The developed land didn’t flood in 2005 or 2013.The yard area is well treed to provide privacy from all directions.Drone video shows entire property.
20 small town Rodeos to attend this summer in Alberta
Even if you’re not planning on attending the Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth, you can still catch some rodeo excitement. There are pro rodeos in a number of small towns throughout the province, running into the fall, as well as other amateur events that are well worth attending. Click HERE to view your four-month calendar of (mostly) close, small-town rodeos. Thank you to Avenue magazine for this fun article! Our family real estate team with RE/MAX loves living and working in Calgary and surrounding areas! Contact us with any of your real estate needs! www.penleymcnaughton.com
3 Acres 1/2hr from Calgary w/ 5bdrm home and Large shop – Just Listed!
This outstanding property is located just a 1/2 hour drive from Stoney Trail -only 9 KM’s North of #1 highway on pavement (accept for the last 3KM).The main floor open concept floor plan is bright w/ feature windows & a spacious deck from the kitchen eating area. The kitchen includes a huge concrete top island; pantry; built in 6 burner gas stove top & built in microwave. Upgraded flooring throughout w/ hickory trim in the master. The master has a large walk-in closet & ensuite including soaker tub & separate shower. A 26×26 garage is attached. The mud room entry from the garage is spacious w/ convenient built-ins & handy laundry area. The fully developed basement features 2 more bedrooms; double entry 4 piece bathroom; massive recreation/family rm & storage area. Last but certainly not least is the approximate 60ft. x 90ft shop that includes 3 phase power; kitchen; bathroom; office with built-ins;2 garage doors & more. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or to book a viewing. Just listed at just $695k
January 2017 Market update and Newsletter
New Year is about new heights and new achievements, new experience and new acquaintance. As we start Year 2017, a year of the rooster – a very proud and confident bird that carries itself with dignity, we hope all these necessary qualities help you to emerge victorious in all your new and existing endeavors! To start the new year right, we have provided a quick recap of the local real estate market last year to give you a sense of where we are at today. Click HERE for full details. Doug, Susan and Kristen from Team Penley McNaughton at RE/MAX Real Estate Central in Calgary wish you all the BEST in the year to come!
Everything you ever wanted to know about Calgary
Ever curious about what our current population is? (1,235,171). What does “Calgary” stand for? (Gaelic for “clear running water”). In 1988, Calgary became the first Canadian city to host the Winter Olympic Games (I preformed in the opening ceremonies…. yes I am dating myself). When was oil first discovered in Alberta? (1902). The Calgary census metropolitan area (CMA) had a crime severity index of 60.4 in 2013, which is lower than the national average of 68.7. If you ever have questions about Calgary’s real estate market -do not hesitate to contact our family real estate at team@calgaryexperts.com. For more interesting info about our fantastic city CLICK HERE or on the photo below.
Enjoy a "STAYCATION" in Calgary
Travel can cause stress and isn’t the entire point of a holiday to relax? If you reside in Calgary or surrounding areas why not change things up and book a “staycation” in our lovely city of Calgary. There are so many options! Our family did this once after a very stressful time in our lives and it was the best choice we could have made. Not only do you get to be a tourist in your own city, support local business and potentially not have to plan ahead to book your vacation you get to RELAX and enjoy!
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Planted: A Horticultural Expo April 24, 2016
Designed for long-time gardening enthusiasts and green weekend warriors, your ticket to Planted will give you access to cutting edge practitioners, industry experts and the dedicated members of the zoo’s horticultural team. We’ve blended a mixture of talks, tours, workshops, a mini trade show, and a Q&A open house so you’ll leave armed for the summer gardening tasks ahead.
This year, there will be a focus on sustainable gardening with a stream fully dedicated to edible gardening. You may mix and match programs as you choose on April 24th. Please check back mid-April for the detailed timetable and more information about the speakers.
All Planted day passes include:
- admission to the zoo
- unlimited* entry to talks, tours, and the mini trade show
- 10% discount at Penguin Plunge and Kitamba Café on food and beverage purchases
- optional Q & A session with speakers from a variety of sessions
*participants can join any seminar or tour they are interested in with the exception of the additional workshops, however, there may be multiple programs happening at the same time such that the participant would need to choose their preference.
* Early bird pricing available until March 31, 2016! *
Click here for full details.
Buy one adult BTS ticket and get 50% off a child ticket on select behind the scenes. One coupon discount per transaction. Valid for select programs up until April 1, 2016. Quote code 1092 to receive your discount today. Click here for a list of BTS opportunities.