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It's easy to the see the appeal of Oak Bluff West, with its wide-open spaces located mere moments from city limits. Scott Dyck and his fiancée Leanne Taylor, who moved to the community in July 2020, are happy to call Oak Bluff West home. "All of our neighbours are really nice. This is our first home, so we're really excited to be living in such a great neighbourhood to start," says Dyck, who grew up in Oak Bluff. "It's got more of a small-town vibe. It feels like you're in the country, but you're still close to the city." Expressing similar sentiments, Taylor agrees the best part of the community is the people. "Everyone here is super friendly. They want to talk to you and want to help you. It's been nice getting to know the neighbours," she says. "I'm a para-triathlete, and one of the cool things for us about the area is I can do some of my training in the neighbourhood. I hand-cycle, so my bike is really unique. I feel like all the cars are really respectful. Everyone is always waving and kids always say, 'Hi.' It's really cute." The couple bought their house from Sterling Homes, and they were pleased with the process. "I'm a wheelchair user, so we made some changes to make it a bit more accessible," Taylor says. "We had a good experience with the updates they made." Currently, Sterling Homes is featuring a show home at 12 Stone Hearth Lane that is designed with functionality, flow and style in mind. "A blend of modern farmhouse- inspired finishes and timeless favourites were combined perfectly, creating a warm and inviting home," says Courtney Sims, marketing manager for Sterling Homes. Oak Bluff West is a community that's expertly designed to appeal to everyone throughout many life stages, Sims says. "It's perfect, for example, for young families starting out, those looking to downsize or upsize, or wanting a bungalow for retirement. The large lots and rural setting give this community a very special feeling, setting it apart from many other communities," she says. "Oak Bluff West is where families can truly plant roots and spend many happy years enjoying their home and the community amenities like the beautiful walking trails." Katie Doerksen, marketing and community relations manager for Qualico Communities, says Phase 4 will feature 23 custom lots on Thompson Court. After that, Phase 5 will include a range of lot sizes from 60 to 84 feet and feature the popular bungalow condos. It will also include a new wetland with a selection of the coveted park lots, which haven't been available in the community for a number of years. Servicing of Phase 5 is planned for this fall, with lot availability expected by early 2022. Architectural standards in Oak Bluff West work towards the goal of having an attractive and appealing community, Doerksen adds. "I think it gives people a sense of comfort knowing that not only will their home be beautiful," she says, "so will all their neighbours' homes." Oak Bluff West is an attractive option for families and individuals looking for more space, beautiful architecture and a friendly community. QUALICO COMMUNITIES — OAK BLUFF WEST IT'S GOT MORE OF A SMALL-TOWN VIBE. IT FEELS LIKE YOU'RE IN THE COUNTRY, BUT YOU'RE STILL CLOSE TO THE CITY. POH FRIENDLY NEIGHBOURHOOD AWAITS IN OAK BLUFF WEST By Jennifer McFee 12 STONE HEARTH LANE SCOTT DYCK AND LEANNE TAYLOR 8 Parade of Homes FALL 2021

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