2 ACRE FISHING PONDCountry estate on 21 acres with fabulous views. Approx. 6000 sq. ft. of living space (incl walkout bsmt), grand foyer entrance, 6 bdrms, 4 baths, open kit. with granite counter tops. 3 car attached garage.

$249,000

$1,150,000

COUNTRY FEEL BUT IN TOWNJust off the main street. Well maintained 1-1/2 storey home has 3+ bdrms, family rm, living rm and office. Could be used for home occupation. Fabulous backyard with new deck currently backs onto paddocks with horses for a nice country touch.

$239,000

TWO HOMES & HORSE FACILITIESMain house has 5 bdrms, 2 masters w/ensuites, large country kit. & walkout bsmt. Second residence ideal for inlaws or ten-ants. Indoor arena, tack rm, wash stall, office, steel clad barn w/18 stalls, heated shop, 6 paddocks. Set on 10 ac. w/pond.

$939,000

HISTORIC "EXCHANGE HOTEL"One of the most charming buildings in the area. Previously used as 7 apts. after being converted from original hotel. New septic system. Requires substantial reno-vations and is being sold "as is".

$380,000

VILLAGE OF ORTONElora Cataract Trailway runs close by - great for walking, cycling, and hiking. Wide plank pine floors & baseboards. Double w/o to large private backyard.

B&B, BANQUETS, WEDDINGS...Many possibilities for this gorgeous 12 acre property which includes an 8 bed-room, 15 washroom home with 3 levels of finished living space. Lower level w/o to patio, staff apt. & beautiful views. Numerous upgrades and renovations.

$1,200,000

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NESTLED IN THE WOODS1 acre maple-treed lot. Fabulous scenic views and country home with lots of windows, open concept kit., dining & living rm with woodstove and door to screened-in porch. Finished bsmt with bdrm, rec rooom, large laundry room & workshop/storage. Call Wayne Baguley* 519-941-5151.

$499,900

TRANQUIL SETTING with rolling land, views, creek, mature mixed bush & landing strip. Energy effi-cient bungalow with cathedral ceilings, walkout lower level and solarium & screened-in porch overlooking the ponds. Workshop & det. 3 car garage. 2 parcels - 188 acres total

$1,799,000

PET THE FROGS!Spacious 1880 brick schoolhouse on park-like lot with gazebo, garden shed, workshop, frog pond and inground pool. 2nd flr has 2 bdrms, 4 pc bath and hallway with balcony overlooking living rm w/FP.

YOU GOTTA SEE THIS!Century barn converted to spectacular country home. Open concept, great room with cathedral ceiling & floor-to-ceiling stone FP. Lower level spa rm w/hot tub, sauna & bathrm. Inground pool. 64 ac.

$1,350,000

84+ ACRE FARM WITH PONDSet back from the paved road is this 2-1/2 storey Victorian with orig. doors, trim & high baseboards. 4 bdrms, 2nd flr balcony. 3rd flr loft. Garage, pond, barn, drive shed, coverall, chicken coop & shed.

$739,000

100 ACRE FARMFabulous land. Rolling hills, pond, hard-wood bush. Original century barns in valley setting. Original home sits up on hill with great views. Home requires substantial renovations and being sold 'as is'. Call Wayne Baguley*.

$629,000

GO BACK TO SCHOOLIncredibly charming, 1-/2 storey, 3 bed-room brick schoolhouse with high ceilings in kitchen and living room. Original wood-work. Great inground pool. Detached garage. Beautiful gardens surrounded by massive trees on 1 acre lot.

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME1 acre building lot on paved road in great area. Close to Village of Erin and Winston Churchill for easy commuting and shop-ping. Surrounded by open fields and bush. Call Wayne Baguley*.

$399,000$149,000NEW

NEW PRICE

$429,000

TERRA COTTA BUNGALOWon mainly treed, 5.34 acres. Massive renovated kitchen with granite counters and centre island that seats 6. Lower level has 2 pc bathroom, office, large rec room & games/exercise room plus sepa-rate 2 bdrm apartment.

$900,000

SOLD

61+ ACRES WITH TRAILSSlightly rolling & heavily treed for privacy. Includes large electric metal security gate, underground conduits & driveway to approved building site for up to 4000 sq. ft. Plans available.

$539,000 DEER

GUESTS

FISH COWS

HAWK

98 ACRE FARMWorking farm good for crops and graz-ing. Mostly open land, some bush. Excellent newer metal barn with con-crete floor & automatic water bowls. Ideal for horses, and cattle. Original brick farmhouse in need of renovations and being sold 'as is'.

$699,000 ANIMALS

CENTURY BRICK FARMHOUSE...with orig. wood floors, trim, doors & stair-way in need of renovations but set on 98 gorgeous, rolling acres with hardwood, bush, barn and large pond partially on property.

$549,000 COWS

VACANT LAND• Excellent 2.9 acre building lot in scenic area. Open land with mixed bush at rear and south side. Near village of Orton. $199,000• 86 acres with flat open land & bush at back. Great opportunity to build your dream home/hobby farm. $799,000

IDEAL FOR LARGE FAMILYMain part of house has been beautifully renovated with century wood flooring, cus-tom maple kit., propane FP & more. Other side contains 2nd kit., sitting rm, bdrm, bthrm & sunrm. 10 acres w/pond & barn.

$629,000

SOLD

COME TO THE COUNTRY2+1 bdrm bungalow w/eat-in kit., large liv-ing rm with FP and dining rm with walkout to large deck. Walkout lower level with built-in dbl garage. Potting shed, veggie garden & det. workshop/storage shed.

NEW PRICE $369,000

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Glen kelley, BrokermattHew Bennett-monty, Sales Representative

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InfIll Development lot Centrally located in established Fergus neighbourhood. Presently zoned R2, this .46 acre building lot is an excel-

lent candidate for multiple lots/multi-unit construction. $300,000

WooDlanD SettIng- CuStom DeSIgn- luxury

lIvIng See this fine home and visualize your family’s total enjoyment of all amenities! Vaulted ceilings, hardwood,

ceramic, an amazing kitchen, views of outdoor fireside patio and private tree lined yard. An exceptional home! $529,000

granD rIver retreatArchitectural design with great secluded rivers edge setting. 2200 SqFt with views of sur-rounding woodland. 3 baths, 3 bedrooms, sauna, in ground

pool and lots of custom features. A unique and exciting property within easy waking distance to

village centre. $529,000

WelCome to South enD ferguS! Close to all ameni-ties, this well laid out 1600sqft

+ 2 storey is located on a family friendly cul-de-sac with

its own park/greenspace. Highlights include ceramics,

master suite, large eat-in kitchen, & fully finished

bsmt. $319,900

ClaSS “a” loCatIon Stylish Arisscraft stone finish, cathedral ceilings with dor-mers, flooded with natural light. 2 units left for sale or lease. The MacQueen Mews

are located in the hub of major retailers & restaurants. Starting at $329,000

or $14/sqft

140 aCreS on the frInge! Ever dream of operating your own B&B? No expense was spared when

building this 4200sqft,6 bedroom, 8 bath custom bungalow. Located just north of Fergus, this nature lover’s paradise features two spring fed ponds on 143 acres! This property must be seen to be appreciated. $849,900

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COME SEE FOR YOURSELF - $459,900. 10 Scenic acres surround this lovely 1657 sq.ft. wood sided bungalow located south of Belwood Lake. You’ll enjoy 3 bedrooms, a casual living room with wood stove, hard-wood floors, large kitchen with lots of cupboards, sunroom/dining room, main floor laundry and finished basement. Outside you’ll appreciate the mature trees, 40x24’ barn with two box stalls, a paddock area with run-in shelter, and an above ground pool. You are sure to be impressed with this unique, tranquil property.1-800-361-8423 Rec #7776

FABULOUS EXECUTIVE HOME - $324,900. This 2,000+ sq.ft. former model home is loaded with features such as hardwood, ceramic, over-sized master bedroom with ensuite. Second floor laundry, professionally finished rec room with 3 pc bath, 20x16’ deck.

1-800-361-8423 Rec # 2776

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206 George Street | arthur | www.royallepagercr.com |Phone: 519-848-2819 | Fax: 519-848-5792 RCR aRtHUR james coffey *

art roelofsen*

ALMOST BRAND NEW – beautiful 4 bed-room home located on a huge lot in a newer cul-de-sac in Arthur. Main floor features a nice large eating/dining area off the kitch-en, cozy front living room, laundry room. Tastefully decorated. Loft area off master bedroom offers many future possibilities.

Big, fully fenced rear yard with large stor-age shed. Now $299,900.00.

NEAR ARTHUR AND MOUNT FOREST – well maintained raised bungalow with a nice 3 bedroom main floor layout. Big, bright rec room with fireplace/stove. Private rear fenced patio area and huge rear yard. Large 2 car garage with double cement driveway. $249,900.00.

BUNGALOW IN TOWN – well cared for brick bungalow with 3+1 bedrooms, living rm., dining rm., kitchen and rec room with fireplace. Gas heating. Large lot 65’x135’ with a nicely landscaped, fully fenced rear yard. Attached garage. $219,900.00.

CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN – this 3 bedroom bungalow is conveniently located close to all amenities. Features large principal rooms plus a large rec room with gas fireplace. New patio doors lead to a large deck and fully fenced rear yard with a great gazebo. $239,900.00.

4 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS – large 2 storey home with a newer one storey addi-tion. Tastefully decorated main floor has kitchen, dining room, family room and liv-ing room. Possible in-law suite on second level. Many recent upgrades. Priced right at $184,900.00.

LARGE FARM ACREAGE – located in Amaranth, this farm consists of 180 acres of highly productive farmland. Rolling land with mixed bush near the rear. Buildings include a century brick farmhouse; 30’x60’ shed plus a bank barn. More acreage available nearby. $850,000.00.

CASH CROP/HOBBY FARM - 119 acre farm with 70 acres currently workable and part-ly tile drained. Some hardwood bush. 4 Bedroom Circa 1887 brick Victorian farm-house with original details. Older shed for storage. Easy commuting distance to major centers. $595,000.00

POSSIBLE IN-LAW SUITE – this solid, all brick bungalow offers 3 bedrooms on the main floor plus a finished basement with separate entrance that leads to a spacious 2 bedroom in-law suite. Nicely treed private rear yard. Lots of parking. Good location, near schools, arena and park. $205,000.00.

HOUSE AND SHOP – real nice country property located on almost one acre. This property features a 3 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow. Hardwood floors, wood fire-place insert, woodstove in large rec room. Attached garage. 25’x50’ shed with a heated workshop for the handyman. Well maintained. $369,000.00.

COUNTRY LIVING – quality built home with over 1700 sq.ft. of living area. Large eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, living room with fireplace. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Rec room in basement with walk-out to large yard. 34’x80’ shed. Nice rural setting. $269,900.00.

2+2 bedroom raised bungalow with over 2300 sq.ft. of living area. Other lots and plans to choose from. Quality built by Pinestone Homes. Pricing from the mid $200’s.

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LARGE BACKYARD – 3 bedroom side-split features many recent improvements including newer windows, roof, furnace and air conditioning. Located in a quiet area of Arthur, backing onto new subdivi-sion. Good value at $224,900.00.

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SAVE BIG ON ENERGY COSTS. New home nearing comple-tion in established subdivision. 3 bdrms, 2 baths incl ensuite w/window seat. Approx 1446 sq ft, mn flr laun-dry, large 1.5 car attached garage.

Home will be Energuide Rated. Priced at $269,000. Call Jim.

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ROOM TO GROW. The perfect family home featuring 3+1 bdrms, 2 baths, spacious principal rooms + finished rec rm & games rm. Located close to new sports complex, play-ground & hospital. $223,900. Call Carol.

AFFORDABLE LIVING. Located in a popular park on a quiet tree lined street this mobile can be used either for year round living or seasonal. The open concept floor plan offers room where you need it. Call for a list of park ame-nities. $69,900. Call Carol.

EXCEPTIONAL 25 ACRE COUNTRY ESTATE. 7 yr old up-scale bungalow totally finished on 2 levels. W/O basement, above ground pool, huge double garage, 30’ x 28’ shed for the hobbyist, geo-thermal heat. Privacy plus totally landscaped. $539,000. Call Doug.

CUSTOM BUILT 3 + 1 ALL BRICK BUNGALOW. Open con-cept, hrdwd flrs, granite countertops, 3 baths incl ensuite, fin basement w/gas F/P. Large deck, 2 car att garage w/steps to basement. Paved driveway, interlocking brick sidewalk, nicely landscaped w/lawn sprinkler system. Everything is Done. $329,000. Call Jim.

PRIVATE PARTIALLY TREED 10.74 ACRES. Featuring spring fed pond & creek. Excellent building sites situated on a paved rd close to Mt For-est. Older mobile home in good condi-tion. $159,000. Call Doug.

LOCATED IN DOWNTOWN MT FOREST. Approx 92’ x 190’. Fenced on 4 sides. Currently used as vehicle compound. $125,000. Call John.

UNIQUE ACREAGE. 22 acres w/modern sidesplit home, open con-cept, gas FP, family rm, 2 car garage, all overlooking and fronting on 2 large ponds & creek, overflow tiles, dock, water galore, mixed bush, open meadows. Very private setting. Hard to find property. $479,000. Call Dwight.

ELEGANT & MODERN VIC-TORIAN. 40-60 minute gentle commute to Guelph, KW, Stratford or Lake Huron. Over 3000 sq.ft. of finished living space. 9&1/2` ceilings, hdwd flrs, 4 season sun rm w/gas f.p., 4 lrge BRs, 3 baths incl. ensuite, lrge LR, DR & a den/library/office w/sepa-rate entrance off porch. Heated by ht wtr & fully insulated. 10 min. walking radius of all amenities and schools. $379,900. Call John.

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OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS! Spa-cious 3 BR home in Village of Clifford. Features ctry KIT + formal DR w/slid-ers to deck. Lrg mud rm w/basement access, huge finished rec rm w/2pc bath. Incl. 66’x164’ adjacent bldg lot. Severence approved. Conditions apply. Purchaser to complete at their own expense. Time restriction. Call for details. $169,900. Call Don.

7,500 Sq Ft COMMERCIAL BUILDING IN HARRISTON. Fully leased and showing excellent re-turn. Good stable tenants. Building will net new owner at least 11% return on investment. $289,900. Call Ken.

AFFORDABLE FAMILY HOME. On quiet cul de sac. Features 3+1 bdrms, double att garage, mn flr fam-ily & laundry rm, large master bdrm w/ensuite, fenced yard, concrete drive-way, finished lower level + much more incl energy audit, fireplace, rear deck. $251,900. Call Ken.

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Tall on Service! visit www.stephaniemaye.com for all my listings and other great real estate info!Stephanie Maye

SUPER STARTER - $136,000. Cozy 3 bdrm, 2 bath home has been mostly updat-ed & comes with a nice piece of property! Eat-in kitchen, inviting living room, heated workshop & more. Why rent when you can own your own home for less than $800/month? Call Stephanie for more informa-tion & to book a showing today!

EXCEEDING ALL EXPECTATIONS - $465,000. Make this 3 bdrm, 3 bath edge of town bungalow your own personal retreat! Situated on 0.7 acres close to the river with a truly stunning interior featur-ing inlaid hardwood floors thruout, floor to ceiling windows, & unbelievable views from the large deck or private balcony. Follow the solid beech spiral staircase to the fully finished lower level walk out.

VERSATILE FAMILY HOME - $409,900. Dream kitchen, 5 bdrms, hdwd flrs thruout, 66’x176’ in-town lot, lower level entrance for in-law potential, fully finished lower level with HUGE rec room + games area, tons of storage & workshop. Very versatile floor plan could accommo-date separate dining room or MB ensuite. Walk-out from kitchen to deck overlooking fully fenced yard. Call to view today!

SOLID BRICK BUNGALOW - $189,900. Charming 3 bdrm, 2 bath bun-galow situated on a quiet & mature corner lot. Living room with 2 bay windows allow tons of light, completely carpet free home, spacious principal rooms, finished bsmt & deck! Drive a little to save A LOT! Visit www.stephaniemaye.com for photos and all the information.

THE ENTERTAINER! $319,900. You don’t need to leave the south end to find a spacious solid brick bungalow on a premium lot! This 3+1 bdrm, 2 +1 bath home is fully loaded with hdwd & ceramics throughout main flr, 2 FPs, soaring ceilings, fully finished bsmt with impressive billiard room & wet bar, office w/ built-in shelving, 40 year shingles & much more!

INVESTORS LOOK HERE - $269,900. Currently grossing $33,600/yr this 4 condo investment includes 2-2 bdrm units & 2-1 bdrm units in the same building. Let the tenants build your next egg! Call Stephanie for all the details!

519.369.3590 | 366 Garafraxa St. S., Durham (at the L&M Plaza) RCR DURHAM

QUIET RESIDENTIAL AREA. Neat 2 + 1 bdrm., brick bungalow. Home has a fully developed basement, att. carport with paved driveway. Fenced back yard. Close to shopping, parks, etc. $149,900. Call John G. Lamberts (10-80)

PERFECT SPOT TO RETIRE. Lovely, almost new, ‘Northlander” mobile home featuring 2 bdrms., family room addition, all new appliances, A/C & built-in win-dow blinds. Large deck off family room. Double, paved drive. $139,000. Call Jane Anne Varey (10-43)

BEAUTIFULLY CARED FOR COUNTRY BUN-GALOW. 2 + 1, nice sized bdrms. 2.5 baths. Fully dev. bsmt has private 3rd bdrm, full bath & rec. room. Property offers lots of storage space. Large deck w/hot tub. Att., double garage, det. workshop/garage & 2 storage sheds. All this on a lovely treed 3.8 acre property w/stream at back boundary. $285,000. Call John G. Lamberts (10-51)

BUY THIS WELL CARED FOR HOME FOR CHRISTMAS. MOVE IN THE SPRING! Nice 3 bdrm bungalow w/2 full baths. Nice eat-in kitchen, mfl laundry & a workshop in bsmt. Concrete Drive. Quiet location near the Saugeen River. $199,900. Call Jane Anne Varey (10-78)

SUPER INCOME HOME! 3 bdrm. home + sepa-rate 1 bdrm apt. Well cared for w/large porch/entry area for both home & apt. Main home has Kit., DR, LR & Rec. Room in bsmt. Basement in apt. could have 2nd bdrm. Separate hydro. Det. single car garage w/heated work-shop area. Great downtown location on a nicely shaded lot. $169,900. Call Jane Anne Varey (10-73)

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ALL BRICK BUNGALOW. Built in 1995. 3 + 2 bdrom. home w/att. single car garage. Central a/c, wa-ter softener & reverse osmosis water system. Hardwood floors in kitchen & LR. Ceramic at entrance. Partially dev. bsmt. has 2 bdrms., full bath w/Jacuzzi tub & rec. room. Slider door off dining area to fenced back yard. Short walking distance to all amenities. $169,900. Call John G. Lamberts (10-10)

LOVELY COUNTRY PROPERTY. Super setting at an affordable price. Well cared for, 3 bdrm. bungalow w/det. double car garage – part of garage has been converted to heated workshop. Covered deck off LR. 2 propane fireplaces. 2nd garage/storage shed. Nature covers back of property. Very private. Quiet country road, close to Beaver Valley. $198,000. Call John G. Lamberts (10-81)

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Hobby horse privacy close to Guelph W/In law suite $610,000 17 Ac near Ariss Ball Park. Very private treed prop-erty. Large 21/2 storey red brick 6 bedrm home. Adjoining In law suite 1 Bedrm. Stall horse barn, plenty of paddock turnout. Trans Canada Trail at back. Call Mike Brown or Diane Gray at 519-843-1365

• Stunning Double Red Brick 2 ½ Storey• 6 Bedroom – 4 Bath• Warm & Inviting Great Room with walk-out to private patio & gardens• An entry hall that greats family & guests with warmth• Immense great room highlighted by spiral staircase• Gracious & elegant living & dining room• Well planned kitchen that makes cooking a pleasure• Loft for the romantics- Eye popping best describes• Quality Oak & Mahogany & Pine woodwork are evident through out• 2 Car Attached Garage

Country Christmas Dreams! New December price $529,000 2700 sqft Stone home build in 1861 offering 4 bedrooms 2 bath Large country kitchen and main floor laundry. Centrally located on 5.6 acres with 6 stall barn… Horses or .. Reindeer Michael Zettel 519-846-0959 or mzettel@royallepage.ca

50 Acre Horse farm with Class $675,000 50 Acre Horse farm with a 56x80 8 stall barn (3 soft stalls) with concrete floor, heated tack room and running water. Large fenced yard or dog run. Tile drained hay field, 400 ft drilled well, Conestoga River runs thru the back. 13,000 reforested trees. Magnificent 2400 sq ft 2 storey home features 4 bedrooms, rec room, original trim and hardwood floors. Newer windows in 2001 and roof. Formal dining kitchen island and bay window. 9 ft ceilings. Edge of Arthur. Call Mike Brown or Diane Gray at 519-843-1365.

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“ROMANTIC” CENTURY BEAUTY -$585,000

RENOVATED 4 PLEX - $349,900. Excel-lent income property. 4 units, 3 – 2 bedroom units and 1 – one bedroom unit, 4 fridges and 4 stoves included. Approx. $2,300 rental income monthly. Parking for 4 cars available. Call ERIC Van GROOTHEEST at 519-843-5400

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PAGE FORTY The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, December 10, 2010

by Ron StevensonSince 1857, the Fergus

Horticultural Society has been dedicated to preserving the horticultural heritage of the of Centre Wellington.

The society’s mandate is horticultural education.

At the Nov. 17 annual gen-eral meeting, president, Helen Lacroix welcomed 78 members and guests to the annual turkey

and ham potluck dinner and award presentations.

The guests included Walt Visser, who representing the mayor’s office of Centre Wellington.

Dorelene Anderson and Don Matthews, represented the Ontario Horticultural Association District 7, Ken Elder and Les Davison (Public Works), Andy Goldie (Parks

and Recreation) were among the guests.

Lacroix presented her President’s award. It is given to a member in recognition of outstanding service. This year’s recipient is Kathy Bouma.

She has a long and varied tradition with the society. She, Raymond, and their children moved to Fergus in 1996.

“In 1997, I went to my first meeting,” reminisced Bouma.

She emphasized that she joined when she had young family. “I had two very young children, a two-year-old, and a four month old baby. I wanted to attend the monthly meet-ings. I managed to balance my family life and my interest in horticulture. It is possible.

“From that first meeting, I was warmly welcomed and since then I have never looked back. I have served on the board of directors for three terms, vice-president and then president,” she recalled.

When asked what her proudest achievement was dur-ing her association with the society, she said, “Starting the tradition of coffee in the park during July and August.

Members also cited Bouma’s spearheading of the commemorative tree planting in Templin Gardens to cele-brate the society’s 150th and the Fergus’ 175th anniversary.

Other members mentioned that they enjoy gardening with her in the society’s 23 gardens. Bouma is a never ending pro-moter of the Society, whether it is the annual plant sale or just giving town folk advice on what they can do with their gardens.

Lacroix also made note of the work of Roberta Vlietstra.

She and her husband, Rienk, have lived in Fergus for 20 years. When asked what her proudest achievement was she remembers chairing the Community in Blooms events in 1998 and 1999.

“First time entering and we won provincially and nation-ally,” said Vlietstra.

Vlietstra proudly remi-nisced how the Society grew. “Certainly we did have some hard times over the years, but with all our dedicated volun-

teers we made it through to what the Society is today.

Other members made men-tion of her work with the board of directors, vice-president and president. She has filled numerous positions throughout her many years.

Vlietstra is the society’s archivist, keeping records, newspaper reports and photo-graphs.

She co-chaired the 150th anniversary celebration of the Society.

Another highlight of the evening was the presentation of the show and trophy awards for 2010. Those were presented by show chairmen Liz Redshaw and Betty Knight.

The winners are:- Pioneer trophy, Colleen

Pearse;- Mabel Reid Memorial tro-

phy, Julie Kron;- Rose Bowl trophy, Julie

Kron;- Bristow trophy, Julie

Kron;- Royal Bank trophy,

Colleen Pearse and Julie Kron; - Bank of Nova Scotia tro-

phy, Mary Reimer; and- Colwyn trophy, Colleen

Pearse.District 7 Director Dorelene

Anderson installed the officers and directors for 2011:

- president, Lacroix;- vice-president, Vlietstra;- secretary, Doreen Telford;- treasurer, Jennifer

Johnson;- past president, Bouma;

and- directors Alec Calder,

Lloyd Lougheed, Randy McLean, Joan McWilliam, Ron Stevenson, Meg Walsh, Joanne Davis, and Verna Smith.

The Fergus and District Horticultural Society is dedi-cated to the constant expansion of shared horticultural knowl-edge, through community pre-sentations by knowledgeable speakers and yearly get-togeth-ers in the form of garden tours and presentations.

The society is always in pursuit of new gardeners who wish to assist in the beautifi-cation of Centre Wellington. Novice and experienced gar-deners work together, share knowledge and ideas to create these annual, tranquil spaces.

To view the activities and photos of the society visit http://www.gardenontario.org/site.php/fergushs.

The Wellington Advertiser, Friday, December 10, 2010 PAGE FORTY ONE

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UPGRADED BUNGALOW ON 13.7 ACRES + 1300’ RIVER FRONTAGE. 3+1 bedrooms, finished both levels plus newer addition sunroom and deck with great views. Extensive hardwood flooring, geothermal forced air heating, lower level walkout to rear and well landscaped. Open concept design. Treed area along river and 10+ acres level tile-drained prime land for hobby farm etc. Private setting. $349,000

CLOSE TO TOWN on 2+ acres. 3 bdrms, finished all 3 levels, large master bedroom with walk-in closet. Huge country kitchen and dining area at rear. Main floor laundry. Two large decks, concrete patio and pool. Oversized garage, spacious storage build-ing, nicely set back from the road on paved drive. Well maintained and in area of sup-porting value homes. $429,000

LARGE LOT LOVERS. 65’ x 184’ (0.27 acre) fenced lot, central location close to school, park & pool. Extensively updated and renovated 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with large kitchen, ground floor laundry. All mechanical, windows & roof recently updated. $174,900.

CUTE, COZY, MOVE IN CONDITION. 3 bedroom, 2 bath home quiet, low traf-fic area. Low maintenance exterior, replacement windows, updated kitchen, main bath, flooring, roof. Full basement, fresh decor, fenced landscaped treed rear yard, large deck. $169,900.

Palmerston242 main st. 519-343-3619

Drayton21 Wellington st. s

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PALMERSTON. 45 seat restaurant with out-door patio area. Great potential to expand hours and increase business. Ice cream shop available to operate for additional business. Call today to view!

PALMERSTON. 3 bedroom two story on treed lot with deck. Finished basement. Definitely worth a look! MLS 102930

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$139,900GORRIE. Exceptional 3 bedroom century home in quiet village. Main floor family room and laundry, 2 baths, updated eat-in kitchen, oversized attached garage and 9’x18’ garden shed. MLS 104549

$38,775

$325,000

ROThSAY. Oversized building lot available. GRCA and Township approved. Easy com-mute to KW and Guelph areas. Call today. MLS 93290

hARRISTON. Immaculate 3+1 bedroom all brick bungalow on oversized lot. Lots of updates. Finished Rec Room, newer kitchen. A must see. Call to view today MLS 104090

$235,900

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$209,900

PALMERSTON. Exceptional bungalow on 82.5’x264’ lot! Many features including main floor laundry, ensuite spa-cious updated kitchen. Heated 20’x40’ shop for the handy-man. An excellent family home in great location. Call to view today. MLS 104727

$127,500

PALMERSTON. Cozy bungalow perfect for single or retired owners. Extra large lot, partially fenced. Don’t miss out. Call today! MLS 103704

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$179,900. Cute as a but-ton! Adorable starter home in the quaint village of Belwood! Brand new sid-ing, private backyard, very large deck. Attractive decorating, very well kept home. Steps to Belwood Lake and walking trails.

$103,000. 1310 sq ft home in Maple Leaf Acres. Open concept layout, plenty of windows make this home bright and cheery. Year round living, access to Bel-wood Lake and Cataract Trail, as well as all recrea-tional amenities. Perfect for the outdoor's man.

$294,900. Stunning Bungalow! Looking for your dream home? Absolutely gorgeous decorating, completely updated home, with great layout. Spacious principle rooms, walkout from kitchen to private backyard with brand new fence and lovely deck. Massive 2&1/2 car attached garage perfect for the hobbyist! You will fall in love with this home!

$779,900. Prettiest property you have ever laid eyes on! Updated century farmhouse, solid double brick construction, extremely well maintained. House sits on 5 acres of meticulous grounds. 50 acres of scenic farmland, 45 acres workable, systematically tiled, rented for $90/acre. Bank barn in very good shape, currently used for horses.

$142,900—$429,900. Tentative groundbreaking in only 5 months! Pierpoint condos introduces a high society style of living with a low cost of living. A 2 storey entry, on ground indoor parking, rooftop terrace, party room, pool table, grand piano, extra storage and more! Units are 603-2262 Sqft, with plenty of layouts available! View the plans today, and enjoy upscale living in a downtown location! To be built at the corner of Scotland and Union. No hidden costs, come check us out today! You’ll find that for a little more, you’ll get a lot more!

NEW SHOWROOM LOCATION: 840 TOWER ST S (IN ROYAL LEPAGE OFFICE AT THE ZEHRS PLAZA)

$299,900. Impeccably main-tained backsplit situated on a friendly street in a maturing neighbourhood in the North end of Fergus. Very open concept home has great flow, and shows A+! Walkout from living room to very private and tastefully landscaped backyard backing onto greenspace.

$1,499,000. Perfect Cash Crop Farm! 3 PHASE POWER & NATURAL GAS on 180 acres of excellent farmland, 150 worka-ble, systematically tiled. Access from 2 roads. 2 parcels back to back, the rear is 87.23 acres, the front is 93 acres, with 10 acres bush, and 3 acres at the house. 30,000 sqft of barns built 1978, 1994 and 1997 great for tie stall dairy, sheep or goats. Beautiful renovated 3000 SQFT bungalow with 2 yr old eat in country kitchen!

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