The Grand Bend Winter Carnival starts this weekend and we have lots of snow. Snow carving has stated at 20 different locations and they are starting to look good. I don't know if this is silly season but recently in Sarnia a man tried to get into a police car and pay the driver to take him home. He did get a ride home but was also charged with being drunk in a public place. In Grand Bend a well marked cruiser was parked in a parking lot when a vehicle pulled in and started doing donuts. The officer approached the lone driver and found open beer and marijauna in plain view. He will appear in court at the end of February . In the more stable part of the world we're starting to get a fair amount of activity and interest in Real Estate and this Spring looks like it will be good one. Lots of new listings showing up too.
If you want a list of Winter Carnival events click on this link
www.grandbend4sale.com/WinterCarnivalSched.htm .
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
New TV stations
Who said they missed winter? Well it's here now with the coldest days yet. Can't complain too much after all it is mid January. This makes things look promising for the Snow Sculptures during theWinter Carnival starting Feb 2.
The Bank of Canada left the interest rate alone with some predicting a future decrease. Good news for anyone looking to buy property.
The Spring Real Estate activity is starting . I sold the Walker St property in downtown Grand Bend this week and getting lots of calls on others. This is the best time to buy , lots of selection and anxious Sellers.
For those following my reno project, not much has happened since Christmas ( nothing ) however the only thing left on the main floor is finishing off the trim. The basement is next and hopefully we'll get on that this month.
Southcott Pines a large and well established subdivision in Grand Bend is adding Bravo and Showcase to it's TV lineup this week keeping it's many seasonal and year round residents happy.
If you're interested in what's happening at the carnival there is a link to an activity list on my web site www.grandbend4sale.com .While you're on the site check out the many links and features as well.
The Bank of Canada left the interest rate alone with some predicting a future decrease. Good news for anyone looking to buy property.
The Spring Real Estate activity is starting . I sold the Walker St property in downtown Grand Bend this week and getting lots of calls on others. This is the best time to buy , lots of selection and anxious Sellers.
For those following my reno project, not much has happened since Christmas ( nothing ) however the only thing left on the main floor is finishing off the trim. The basement is next and hopefully we'll get on that this month.
Southcott Pines a large and well established subdivision in Grand Bend is adding Bravo and Showcase to it's TV lineup this week keeping it's many seasonal and year round residents happy.
If you're interested in what's happening at the carnival there is a link to an activity list on my web site www.grandbend4sale.com .While you're on the site check out the many links and features as well.
Thursday, January 11, 2007
Spring Art Tour
Into the New Year now and everything seems back to normal. Activity in the Real Estate world while still seasonally slow is showing signs of picking up. 2006 turned out to be a record year despite all the predictions of a slowdown. In this market we cater to both seasonal vacationers and those who are retiring or planning to retire. Lake Huron is certainly the place to be to enjoy the later years as well as those younger years. I always say as long as Lake huron is full ( of water ) there will be a market for buyers and sellers. Interest rates continue low with rumours of more decreases. The rental market is hot too and I'm already busy into booking this years renters. Last years renters get first shot until early February then its a free for all. Most responsible rentals give previous customers, assuming they were good , first shot.
With the warmer weather I predict things will heat up even quicker than previous years.
Watch for the Grand Bend Winter Carnival coming the first of February..."no snow...no problem". All activities with the exception of snow carving will go on regardless and the committee this year will react quicky on that front if any snow falls. Tickets for many events are available this week so book now. Here's a link to the activities. www.grandbend4sale.com/WinterCarnivalSched.htm
Watch for a Spring house tour featuring the work of our many talented local artists
With the warmer weather I predict things will heat up even quicker than previous years.
Watch for the Grand Bend Winter Carnival coming the first of February..."no snow...no problem". All activities with the exception of snow carving will go on regardless and the committee this year will react quicky on that front if any snow falls. Tickets for many events are available this week so book now. Here's a link to the activities. www.grandbend4sale.com/WinterCarnivalSched.htm
Watch for a Spring house tour featuring the work of our many talented local artists
Wednesday, January 3, 2007
Summer in January
Well its over ( the Holiday Season ) and life can return to normal, that is if normal is everyone trying to live up to New Years resolutions changing their life , at least for a couple of weeks or days, and if normal is several golf courses opening today. Interesting weather and everyone likes it , that is except skiers and snowmobilers. I spent yesterday piling firewood in the backyard, again an unusual thing to do Jan 2nd. Today it is bright and sunny and from inside it looks like Spring outside. With this weather many things can start happening , the heavy equipment showed up this morning to start the demolition of the forrmer Seven Dwarfs Motel ( see previous blog ) and I suspect the weather will spark some early real estate interest. I'll be contacting last years summer renters right away to give them first shot at the same dates this year before advertising to the general public. If you are thinking of renting in the Grand Bend area you should book soon, most of the best dates are gone by the end of March and usually everything is booked by May. This link will take you to a rental page that has links to various sites that you can find rentals as well as contacts to reach individuals who rent out their cottages. http://www.grandbend4sale.com/RentalPage.htm If you are someone who has a place to rent e-mail me the info and I will include it on this page..no charge.
Friday, December 22, 2006
Happy FESTIVUS for the Rest of Us
Well it's here.... a green Christmas. At least that's helpful for those who have to travel.
The former Grapevine Winery and Jazz Bar (and former Coconut Bay ) will become a Scottish Bake Shop we are told. Speaking of Coconut Bay Rick Powell former owner and entertainer there has a Video of many years at the Bay.
Many exciting changes will be happening this Spring in the residential area of downtown Grand Bend. The former Wondergrove Trailer Park will become 19 single family homes and one Duplex. This is located on Queens Ave at Centre Street. At the corner of Warwick and Oak in the former Seven Dwarfs Motel property there will be 3 new homes. A new two storey home is under construction at the corner of Woodward and Walker St. Things are changing in what we used to affectionately call " The Jungle ".
This is a great area to live, it's close to everything, Downtown, Shopping, Nite Life and the superb North Beach. If you want to be a part of this excitement I have a 2 plus one bedroom cottage For sale at the corner of Elmwood and Walker St. That is the northern most point of Grand Bend downtown. Houses on Walker back onto Oakwood.
This will be my last entry before Christmas so I would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Channukah, Seasons Greetings, Happy Holidays and Happy Festivus for the Rest of Us as well as a Happy and prosperous New Year....Larry
The former Grapevine Winery and Jazz Bar (and former Coconut Bay ) will become a Scottish Bake Shop we are told. Speaking of Coconut Bay Rick Powell former owner and entertainer there has a Video of many years at the Bay.
Many exciting changes will be happening this Spring in the residential area of downtown Grand Bend. The former Wondergrove Trailer Park will become 19 single family homes and one Duplex. This is located on Queens Ave at Centre Street. At the corner of Warwick and Oak in the former Seven Dwarfs Motel property there will be 3 new homes. A new two storey home is under construction at the corner of Woodward and Walker St. Things are changing in what we used to affectionately call " The Jungle ".
This is a great area to live, it's close to everything, Downtown, Shopping, Nite Life and the superb North Beach. If you want to be a part of this excitement I have a 2 plus one bedroom cottage For sale at the corner of Elmwood and Walker St. That is the northern most point of Grand Bend downtown. Houses on Walker back onto Oakwood.
This will be my last entry before Christmas so I would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Channukah, Seasons Greetings, Happy Holidays and Happy Festivus for the Rest of Us as well as a Happy and prosperous New Year....Larry
Friday, December 15, 2006
Check out the Lake
Well if you complain about the weather..it changes ( last weeks blog). It is again very warm for this time of year which won't please those who want a White Christmas. Personally I like it for getting around and every thing related but it doesn't do much to feed the spirit of the season.
Not much new in Grand Bend at this time of year. We had a power failure for a couple of hours yesterday, someone spun out on some black ice and wiped out a pole. I got to try out my new generator ,which I have just hard wired into the house, and see if I have the right circuits connected. I bought it last yaer after the big power failure we had on Super Bowl weekend but haven't had a chance to use it as that was the last outage we had ( this is not a complaint ).
Everything worked fine so I can say bring it on if you must.
Those renos are progressing and today I hope to get the floor laid so it will be up and ready by Christmas, maybe even by next week.
In the real estate world I haven't found out who bought the Grapevine but lots of rumours are flying. It is supposed to close next week, so we'll find out soon.
Lots of R.I.D.E programs around and they are nabbing people so if you drink please don't drive. If you are interested in seeing the Lake and or the weather here click on this link to a webcam located on the Grand Bend Yacht Club's building. It looks out toward the Lake thru the Harbour at the Bend. There is a link also on my web sites home page. http://www.gbyc.ca/WebCam/index.shtml
Not much new in Grand Bend at this time of year. We had a power failure for a couple of hours yesterday, someone spun out on some black ice and wiped out a pole. I got to try out my new generator ,which I have just hard wired into the house, and see if I have the right circuits connected. I bought it last yaer after the big power failure we had on Super Bowl weekend but haven't had a chance to use it as that was the last outage we had ( this is not a complaint ).
Everything worked fine so I can say bring it on if you must.
Those renos are progressing and today I hope to get the floor laid so it will be up and ready by Christmas, maybe even by next week.
In the real estate world I haven't found out who bought the Grapevine but lots of rumours are flying. It is supposed to close next week, so we'll find out soon.
Lots of R.I.D.E programs around and they are nabbing people so if you drink please don't drive. If you are interested in seeing the Lake and or the weather here click on this link to a webcam located on the Grand Bend Yacht Club's building. It looks out toward the Lake thru the Harbour at the Bend. There is a link also on my web sites home page. http://www.gbyc.ca/WebCam/index.shtml
Thursday, December 7, 2006
Tim's and Dogs
Winter has arrived along Lake Huron. Lots of snow overnight and although expected at this time of year it is a shock after last weeks nice warm early fall like weather. Here in Grand Bend plans are coming together for Winter Carnival in early February ( starting Feb 2 ) More details here ......http://www.lakeshoreadvance.com/Carnival%20schedule/index.html
Most of the excitement at this time of year is our daily morning coffee session at Tim's and watching the less intelligent among us try to drive out of Tim's the wrong way. What part of ONE WAY did you miss??? The other phenomina seen at Tim's is the large number of people who drive with their dogs on their lap, I'm sure there must be some kind of rule aginst that.
Renovations on my house are proceeding as quickly as ever which translates to Snails Pace. A wall came out yesterday and at least we can now see an end or at least a goal.
In other local news the Grapevine Bar, formerly Coconut Bay on Hwy 21 has been SOLD and hopefully end an eyesore that has existed for the last several years. Now about Main St.....
Most of the excitement at this time of year is our daily morning coffee session at Tim's and watching the less intelligent among us try to drive out of Tim's the wrong way. What part of ONE WAY did you miss??? The other phenomina seen at Tim's is the large number of people who drive with their dogs on their lap, I'm sure there must be some kind of rule aginst that.
Renovations on my house are proceeding as quickly as ever which translates to Snails Pace. A wall came out yesterday and at least we can now see an end or at least a goal.
In other local news the Grapevine Bar, formerly Coconut Bay on Hwy 21 has been SOLD and hopefully end an eyesore that has existed for the last several years. Now about Main St.....
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