Harrisview is one of the newest developments that have been brought to you by Sifton Properties Limited. It’s a cleverly crafted community that is ideal for families and has been created to give you convenience, health, and absolute beauty. Harrisview is located in the charming town of Ingersoll and is being built into an absolute haven for families. Whether you’re a fan of small town living, are currently living in Ingersoll and looking to buy new, or if you’re a city slicker to the core just looking for the best place possible to raise your family, then you seriously need to check out HarrisView. It’s surrounded by protected green space, it has multiple parks and trails, it’s close to multiple amenities, and it beats to a slower-paced drum than the city does. Ingersoll is also an incredible place to raise a family and HarrisView is a very family friendly neighbourhood. If you’re worried about the fact that you work outside of the town then you can rest assured because it’s located super close to the 401 and is an easy commute to London, Kitchener, and Waterloo. HarrisView can give you and your family more for your money. You’re getting a better quality of life. You’re getting beautiful big city homes while getting the chance to experience the true joy of small town living. And if you want to pop into the city, it’s just a short drive away. So check out HarrisView and all that is has to offer you and your family. See if HarrisView is the right choice for you.

The Location

HarrisView is located in the heart of Ingersoll on the corner of Harris street and Clark road. It’s an incredible neighbourhood with beautiful streetscapes that are lined with stunning homes that strike a balance between modern and timeless elegance. It’s surrounded by beautiful wooded areas, ponds, and multiple parks. It’s just a very short distance from downtown Ingersoll, which means it’s so close to amenities. Not only that, but Sifton has submitted plans for a 140,000 square foot shopping centre right within the new development, which will bring even more convenience to the residents of HarrisView. For those who looking to to buy a home, here are the reasons why living in a small town is an incredible choice for families. Towns are smaller and greener, which encourages people to walk more often. In fact, HarrisView is just a short five minute walk from a top rated elementary school! Small towns often have lower property taxes, which gives you more for your money. There is less traffic and less pollution in a small town. Plus, towns have a tendency to create tight knit communities that are friendly and welcoming. You get to know your neighbours and the people in the town. There is also less crime in a town. They are quieter and run at a slower pace than the city. Ingersoll is a thriving town that is a great spot to raise a family. It started as a small farming community but now this incredibly community has grown and is now home to over 13,000 friendly and welcoming people. It has one of the lowest unemployment rates in Ontario and has a rich cultural heritage. With one-of-a-kind shops and a museum, the town has charm for days. Living in Ingersoll is also great for families that want to live healthy active lifestyles. It has protected nature, beautiful spots riverside that are great for fishing and canoeing, miles of paths and trails that are great for hiking and biking, lots of parks and playgrounds, as well as spots for snowmobiling. Your family can enjoy the great outdoors and learn to leave the screens behind and be active instead. Ingersoll is known as “Ontario’s Festival Town” for a good reason. It holds multiple festivals, including the Canterbury Folk Festival, RibFest, The Harvest Festival, Santa’s Festival Village, and even the Festival of Lights. You and your family can enjoy fun and celebration multiple times a year. In addition to the festivals, Ingersoll has museums, theatres, and art galleries. Your family will be raised surrounded by culture, creativity, and open mindedness. Ingersoll is a great place for you to help your kids to flourish. The community encourages healthy active and social lifestyles. For example, they have the “Fusion Youth Activity and Technology Centre” which gives school-aged kids a large range of incredible activities and programs. Their programs are in the arts, music, sports, cooking, technology, and leadership. They even have drop-in activities like dances and video game fun. Pretty much anything that your child develops an interest in, they’ll find a program that can help to encourage that hobby. Not only that, but with less traffic and the fact that small town neighbourhoods are more tight knit, your kids will have the chance to run around, play street hockey, and enjoy the great outdoors. If you work in Ingersoll, then you pretty much have it made because getting from one side of a small town to the other takes little to no time so your commute will be a breeze. If your job is elsewhere but you still want to raise your family in a small town, then Ingersoll is a great choice. It has quick and easy access to the 401. Plus, it’s just a short 20 minute drive to London and an easy commute to Kitchener and waterloo area. A lot of people find it difficult to strike a balance between work life and home life. They want great quality of life, but they can get easily swept up in the go-go-go life that a city encourages. For those people, small town life can be just the solution. You’ll get to raise your family in a safe and friendly community where you’ll have so many options for things to do. Your summer days will be spent making incredible memories and enjoying the beautiful sunshine.

The Homes

Harrisview offers new home buyers spacious but affordable single family homes that are designed and built to be beautiful, functional, and great for families. The homes start in the $400s and are perfect for new, young, and growing families. The lot sizes range from 38 foot to 59 foot. Some of the lots back onto wooded areas, a beautiful pond, or even a park! Currently on phase three and four of the project, these are one and two story home designs. The features in these homes are dependant on things like what builder you choose to work with, what floorplan you go with, and what details and upgrades you ask for. But since some of the homes in the previous phases included the following features, you can make a pretty good assumption that you’ll see details like these in the current and future phases as well. The Features:

• Beautiful stone and brick exteriors that give you that “big city home” feel. Energy efficient and large windows let in natural light and help to keep your energy bills low and your money in your bank account.
• Gas fireplaces with beautiful mantles or stone backdrops are perhaps the most welcoming and cozy sight that a home can have in a Canadian Winter.
• Main and upper floor laundry is so much more convenient than the way older homes used to stick the laundry machines in the farthest and darkest corners of unfinished basements. Now you can throw a load in while you’re making dinner or walk a couples steps out of your room switch the load before bed.
• His and hers sinks are a godsend in the mornings when two people are trying to get ready at the same time in one bathroom.
• Stunning master ensuites with a large soaker tub and glass-surround showers with rainfall shower heads are the perfect escape after busy, stressful days.
• Open concept floor plans allow for natural light to flow through your home. Open floor plans also help with letting the person cooking the meal not feel like they’re shut off from all of the fun. You can stay connected with the family or with your guests while you tend to the food.
• Beautiful kitchens with gleaming countertops, large islands, and lots of storage are the best place in the house for a home cook.
• Walk-in pantries help to keep your home organized and tidy.
• Speaking of walk-in areas, walk-in closets are not just beautiful, they keep your clothes organized and make finding an outfit in the morning easy peasy.
• His and hers closets keep both of you organized and are great storage solutions.
• Beautiful hardwood, laminate and tile flooring throughout the home are beautiful and functional.

The Builders

Building a new home takes a lot of time. There are multiple steps in the process and there are a lot of decisions to be made. It can be easily overwhelming for anyone. You’re building a house—your house—that you and your family are going to live in for many years to come. Your daily routine and how you grow with the house are factors that you have to consider when you’re picking and designing your home. A builder—the RIGHT builder—is going to guide you and help you through all of that. The builder you pick is important because you’re going to be communicating with them a lot throughout the entire, long process. You’re going to want someone that you feel comfortable with. You’re going to want someone who you connect well with and that you can go to with all of your questions. When deciding who to build with you’re going to want to consider their different models and floor plans. Look through their portfolio. Does their style suit your tastes? Visit their model homes and see if you like what you see. One thing is for sure, the builders at HarrisView are all incredibly and come highly recommended. Whatever builder you get here, you’re getting quality homes, beautiful designs, and incredible customer service. McKenzie Homes McKenzie Homes understands that your home is not just a roof over your head and a place to live. Your home is a place to create lasting memories. Your home is the place where you learn, grow, and thrive. Your home is where you set up roots and raise a family. Because they know that, they create spacious and affordable homes that are absolutely beautiful. They help you through every step of the process and hold themselves to the highest of standards. Sinclair Construction Sinclair Construction is a family owned and family run business. They were founded back in 1979 and specialize in single-family homes. They’re committed to surpassing Ontario’s energy efficiency building codes. They believe in excellence, integrity, quality, and customer service. Customer service is incredibly important to them and they want to ensure that you walk away from the experience having all of your expectations not only met, but exceeded. Sifton New Homes Sifton New Homes is a family run business. It started back in 1923 when Harry Sifton built his first home, which still stands today in London. After creating an incredible 500 plus homes, he passed his business and his legacy to his son Mowbray. Since then, Sifton has been in the forefront of the construction industry and has been a trusted choice by many. They strive to continue to innovate and are committed to create sustainable and environmentally friendly homes and building practices. With Sifton New Homes, you know that you’re getting quality and beautiful designs and that this beautiful planet that we live on will be treated with respect as it’s being built. What do you think of HarrisView? Would you want to live in a small town like Ingersoll? Do you think it’s a great place to raise a family? Or do you prefer the faster pace of living in a city? We want to hear from you! Whatever you opinions are, we invite you to share them. Click on one of the social media links below and let us know what your thoughts are.