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July 21, 2009

The Ainsworth sings

Morrison showstopper hits the right notes in Wentworth Estates

Anne Gafiuk

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“Forty seven years later, and still focused on the customer: that’s the Morrison way. Back when we started, we built a handful of homes, and now, hundreds, but we still focus on customer relationships. We continue with the same care, quality and honesty that went into our first few homes,” says Krista Kerth, director of marketing at Morrison Homes. Winners of the Calgary Builder of the Year from 2001 to 2006 as well as the Customer Choice Award for single-family builder in 2003 through 2006, Morrison Homes’ latest offering, The Ainsworth in Wentworth Estates, stands as a testament to the builder’s continued nominations for excellence.

“The Ainsworth is one of our most striking floor plans,” says Kerth. “This elegant, open plan with very high ceilings and oversized windows offers everything you could ever want in an estate home. The details, including the two-way fireplace and curved staircase make this home very special.” The beautiful coffered ceilings in both the den and dining room add to this home’s elegance.

The 3,365-square-foot, two-storey, three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath show home is found in Wentworth Estates, a Dundee community. “There is an abundance of green space, pathways, parks, and the natural beauty of the area has been preserved. With the stun­

ning surroundings you’ll feel like your miles into the country, yet you are so close to down­town,” a mere 15-minute drive away, adds Kerth. “Wentworth is a very sought-after southwest address. It is an estate neighbourhood with blends of stucco, rundle stone and brick. The architecture really complements the sur­rounding landscape.”

West Springs Centre is only a short stroll away, with many amenities, including Co-op, Shoppers Drug Mart, financial institutions and many other services. Churches and schools, including the brand new Catholic Elementary/Junior High School, St. Joan of Arc, is scheduled to open in January in the community of Spring­side, within walk­ing dis­tance of Wentworth Estates. Additional benefits of this community are its close proximity to the West Side Recreation Cen­tre, Canada Olympic Park, plus other recreational oppor­tunities are nearby, including easy access to the mountain parks to the west.

Upon entering the love­ly home, the two-storey foyer is filled with an abundance of natural light, which continues throughout the open plan, supplemented by numerous pot lights. The well-thought out plan includes electrical floor outlets in the great room, to help with the placement of extra lighting. The double-sided gas fireplace in the great room soars to the height of twelve feet, adding grandeur to this living space, separated by the ceramic tile border. The striking Viking Professional Series appliances are upgrades in this home’s gourmet kitchen. The deck, off the nook, utilizes the other side of the fire­place, helping to keep the chill off cool summer evenings.

Up the curved open-riser staircase, the spacious loft with arch entry overlooks the front foyer. The bright and sunny laundry room is also located on the second floor. There is a vaulted ceiling in the master suite which also has a two-way gas fireplace which can be enjoyed from the sleeping area or from the jetted tub in the large sumptuous ensuite; add to this: a well-placed skylight. Two additional bedrooms finish the second floor.

The completed basement features all the bells and whistles, including a wet bar, wine cellar, family room and fitness room, with an additional bathroom and storage space.

The show home has an elegant side-drive up to its triple garage. The cultured stonework, acrylic stucco exterior is enhanced with SmartboardTM detailing. “This plan can also be modified for a walk-out,” explains Megan Dutton, Morrison Homes sales associate. “We will be releasing new lots before Christmas.” Prices will range from the high $600,000s to more than $1 million including house, lot and GST.  NL

The Ainsworth’s hours are Monday to Thursday, 2 p.m. until 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday and holidays, noon to 5 p.m.

Click on http://www.morrisonhomes.ca for directions and additional information.

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