By design Summerlea is a model community in more ways than one. Empire Communities offers five beautiful model homes that help visitors envision life at this exceptional neighbourhood in the scenic village of Binbrook. This master-planned community is also a showcase for Empire’s commitment to a higher standard in everything they do, from the thoughtful consideration of community location and existing amenities, to quality construction and exemplary customer care.

Empire’s mission is to build exceptional homes and communities of enduring value on a foundation of C.A.R.E. (Customers, Attitude, Relationships, Excellence). This personal approach includes dedicated personnel who guide buyers through their design studio appointment, frame-walk, home orientation and after-sales experience.

Since the early 1990s, Empire has built homes for 4,000 families. Empire remains a model of forward thinking. The company only builds Energy Star homes, and has twice been awarded the coveted EnerGuide Builder of the Year award from the EnerQuality Corporation.

As with all Empire neighbourhoods, Summerlea is situated in family-friendly surroundings. The new collection of condominium townhomes, and freehold townhomes, plus detached homes on 30-, 36- and 44-foot lots is nestled into an area of natural spaces, which provides an appealing alternative to urban living. Summerlea residents have local amenities within easy reach, and live close to everything the newly revitalized Hamilton has to offer. Major transportation routes including Highway 403 and the Linc are convenient.

Framed by charming exteriors, Empire’s carefully crafted floorplans include gourmet kitchens and master bedroom with ensuites, as well as more “personal” spaces in some of the layouts such as a laundry room with a pet wash, a home office retreat overlooking the family room, and niche areas that can be used for reading and relaxing.  

For a true appreciation of why Summerlea is attracting such a variety of purchasers, tour the five stunning model homes. The 1,575-square-foot, four-bedroom Cedarvale is similar to the new Peony design available on a 30-foot lot, with its formal parlour and inviting country kitchen. On a 36-foot lot, the 1,886-sqauare-foot, four-bedroom Flamingo is perfect for entertaining, with its dining room, gathering area and breakfast room radiating from the kitchen. Also on a 36-foot lot, the 2,067-square-foot, four-bedroom Morning Dove presents the dining, gathering and breakfast rooms in an even more open-concept layout.

The 2,409-square-foot, four-bedroom Balsam on a 44-foot lot features an open-concept area with the gathering area, breakfast room and kitchen complete with a breakfast bar, plus a separate parlour. The grand 2,551-square-fot, four-bedroom Blue Spruce on a 44-foot lot has an elegant open dining room and parlour area at the front of the home, and the more casual gathering area and country kitchen at the back.

At Summerlea the new release of just 46 condo townhomes is clustered around a small parkette in an exclusive enclave amid landscaped grounds. Owners will enjoy the convenience of visitor parking, and the low monthly fee of just $86 will ensure that this enclave is beautifully maintained for years to come. Designs range in size from 963 to 1,725 square feet and are priced from $179,990. Freehold townhomes on lots that range up to 130 feet in depth and back onto green space are available in sizes from 1,200 to 1,725 square feet priced from $216,990. For a limited time, receive $3,000 to spend at your design centre appointment with your condo or freehold townhome purchase. Ask about inventory freehold townhomes available with quick closings and a $5,000 discount.

Detached choices on 30-foot lots range from 1,178 to 1,752 square feet and start from $229,990; on 36-foot lots from 1,656 to 2,304 square feet from $274,990; and on 44-foot lots from 2,341 to 2,677 square feet from $319,990; plus a bungalow at 1,569 square feet from $229,990.

For a limited time, receive $5,000 to spend at your design centre appointment with your purchase of a detached home on a 30-foot lot; $6,000 on a 36-foot lot; and $7,000 on a 44-foot lot. Choose from the limited selection of inventory homes soon, and you will receive a $10,000 discount, closings as quickly as four months, plus you will still have the opportunity to select your interior finishes.

Site: Summerlea
Location: Binbrook
Builder: Empire Communities
Price: Starting from $179,990
Sales Centre: Summerlea is on Binbrook Road. Take Hwy. 403 to Centennial Parkway, then travel south to Binbrook.  
Hours: Monday to Thursday 1 to 7 p.m.; Friday from 1 to 6 p.m.; weekends and holidays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Call: 905-692-6000 or visit www.empirecommunities.com