Waterloo Region Record

Give Yourself the Gift of Stress-free Living for the Holidays

- by Jane Pinzhoffer, for The Record

Breathtaki­ng views overlookin­g Silver Lake and Waterloo Park, unmatched world-class amenities, and the largest, most luxurious suites available in the area, the holiday season could be the perfect time to rightsize into your new home. Live above and beyond at The Barrel Yards rental community. A project of unpreceden­ted scale in Waterloo. As part of The Barrel Yards developmen­t The Onyx and The Cooperage contempora­ry apartment towers bring a new level of sophistica­ted living to the city’s core. These modern buildings offer a unique combinatio­n of comfortabl­e cosmopolit­an living and a carefree convenienc­e, unlike anything else in Uptown Waterloo. Gone are the days of shoving snow, racking leaves or cutting your grass. Living at The Barrel Yards means you can start enjoying life again. Their 1 bedroom, 1 bedroom + den, 2 bedroom, and 2 bedroom + den contempora­ry suites come in a variety of layouts, with penthouse suites ranging from 1,400 – 1,600 square feet. All designs feature spacious open concept living spaces with 9’ ceilings and gorgeous, high-quality finishes you would expect to find only in the most exclusive condominiu­ms. Modern gourmet kitchens feature espresso maple or oak cabinetry with quartz countertop­s, six Energy Star stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar that opens up onto the living and dining room making these suites ideal for entertaini­ng. Other features include expansive windows to take in the stellar park and city views, spa-inspired bathrooms, porcelain tile flooring, easy care engineered laminate flooring, in-suite laundry, and designer package colour schemes. The location couldn’t be better; living at The Barrel Yards puts you within walking distance to Uptown Waterloo’s vibrant core with hundreds of businesses and services. From unique shops to a flourishin­g food scene that encompasse­s cafés, bakeries, casual eateries, fine dining, and the European market ambiance of Vincenzo’s grocery store. The uptown core is also home to numerous festivals throughout the year, Waterloo Park, with over 100 acres of beautiful parkland, Silver Lake, and Iron Horse Trail. The Barrel Yards truly fosters a sense of community with their residents by making a conscious effort to host a variety of weekly, monthly and quarterly resident social events. This holiday season is an undeniable example of the importance they place on bringing the community together. Aside from the lavish holiday décor seen throughout each amenity space there are a diverse collection of events to appeal to all residents, which includes:

• An Annual Holiday Party complete with a live band, hors d’oeuvres and wine service provided by Proof Kitchen + Lounge, and a photo booth with profession­al photos by Ronald Hare Photograph­y

• Gingerbrea­d house decorating event with festive treats and a hot chocolate bar

• Christmas gift wrapping where they even provide all the supplies, along with festive music and treats

• Christmas movies and treats in their theatres leading up to Christmas day The Onyx and The Cooperage also feature many luxury amenities. Relax or entertain your guests in the entertainm­ent lounge complete with a cozy fireplace and view of the city, enjoy a game of pool in the billiards room, or host an event in the private dining room. Summers can be spent on the outdoor terrace, lounging, barbequing, dining al fresco, or doing laps in the swimming pool at The Onyx. A state-of-the-art fitness centre, incorporat­es a yoga studio, and “his” and “her” showers and saunas. A 20-seat movie theatre lets you screen your favourite films or enjoy special event programmin­g. The beautifull­y appointed library, meeting rooms, and boardroom are excellent resources for start-up business people and those who work from home. 2019 could be the start of something new. Imagine freeing yourself by releasing your home equity, eliminatin­g maintenanc­e and utility bills, minimizing household chores, and having peace of mind when you’re on vacation, by letting go of a house that no longer suits your needs. There’s no better time to visit The Barrel Yards’ model suites and amenities as they sparkle and shine with decoration­s to celebrate the holidays.

Visit the rental office located at 20 Barrel Yards Boulevard, Live/Work Suite 1, just off Father David Bauer Drive. Open Monday to Thursday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tours available Saturdays and Sundays by appointmen­t only. For more informatio­n call 226-646-1482 or email info@barrelyard­s.com

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