Neighbourhood Profile
Suffice it to say that the short commute will be worth the trip. “Whether you’re starting fresh, grow- ing a family or looking to enjoy a well- earned retirement, Oak River Meadow is a place to build memories, find community and embrace the future,“ Glavin says. “Featuring a blend of housing styles that will suit every lifestyle, this thoughtfully designed neighbourhood is built for all generations to call home.” And with eight builders to choose from — ADR Properties, Broadview Homes, Connection Homes, GS Homes, Hilton Homes, Kensington Homes, Schulz Homes and Ventura Custom Homes — residents will be positioned to enjoy a place where modern design meets natural beauty under 10 minutes from the city. Kale Parisian of Connection Homes says Oak River Meadow will have much to offer. “Île des Chênes is nice and close to the city, which makes it convenient for anyone who needs to commute for work — it’s less than 10 minutes to the Perimeter,” he says. “The community has a lot of amenities and it’s a walkable community. Kids can walk to school or to Co-op for snacks if they want — something that not all rural com- munities offer. Best of all, the homes are considered affordable compared to buying in Winnipeg. A lot of purchasers want to buy a new home so that they don’t have to deal with costly unexpected maintenance costs that sometimes come with older homes.”
Meanwhile, a diverse mix of home styles will provide plenty of buying options, while their styling will feature a distinctly rustic feel. “The front of some homes will face public reserve, while others will be set on back lane lots. Fifty-foot-wide lots will be standard for single-family homes, while some lots will be over 60 feet wide. Those lots will invite designs for wide bungalows. There are also going to be walkout lots and lookout lots.” While the option to build spacious bun- galows will appeal to downsizers, there will be options for young families, too. “Up until now, young families have had limited options in the area. Now, families looking to come back to Île des Chênes will have great options in attached two-storey duplexes. They will be built on 25-foot lots and will offer families an affordable place to call home,” Glavin says. “There are plans for a play structure in one public reserve area.” He adds that the town has also evolved over the years to have more amenities for young, growing families. “There’s already two schools and a day- care that’s located at the north end of Oak River Meadow,” he says. “A grocery store is coming, and there’s also a gas bar. As Oak River Meadow grows, so will the amenities that are offered in town.” Accessibility is another strength of Île des Chênes, he notes. “It’s only an eight-minute drive to Winnipeg, and the drive is on a four-lane divided highway all the way through — that adds an extra level of safety and convenience.”
“Up until now, young families have had limited options in the area. Now, families looking to come back to Île des Chênes will have great options in attached two- storey duplexes.”
For more information on Oak River Meadow, visit oakrivermeadow.ca.
– MATT GLAVIN
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