City House Country Home

City House Country Home Roxanne Finn, Broker, C.I.P.S.,
CHCH Real Estate Group
Tri-Cities, Stratford, Lake Simcoe, GTA

The growing need to live or own a secondary home just outside of the city seems to be the goal of many city folk. Whether you define the perfect setting as a country home in one of the delightful communities outside of Toronto or a lakefront home on Lake Simcoe, the goal is the same — to be within 90-minutes of the city and to live a simpler, more fulfilling life. “Country living” it seems –minimi

zes the typical distractions of city life and sets the stage to nurture simple luxuries such as spending more time with family and friends and connecting with nature on many levels. Our team now operates from their two branch offices on Lake Simcoe and Stratford. The Lake Simcoe office services York Region & Lake Simcoe area including Georgina, Beaverton, Oro-Medonte, Innisfil and Orillia. The Stratford office services Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, and the surrounding communities in south-western Ontario.

08/05/2026

Some homes catch your eye.
This one makes you stop and do a double take.

📍113 William Street, Stratford

Explore more through the link in bio.

If these walls could speak, they’d tell the story of Stratford itself.Inside Avon Castle, history and craftsmanship meet...
07/30/2026

If these walls could speak, they’d tell the story of Stratford itself.

Inside Avon Castle, history and craftsmanship meet modern luxury. Every room reveals remarkable architectural details—from original millwork and soaring ceilings to meticulously restored finishes that honour the home’s 1870 heritage.

📍 113 William Street, Stratford, Ontario

Discover every detail of this extraordinary home through the link in our bio.

07/28/2026

What if Stratford’s most iconic home could be yours?

Meet Avon Castle — An extraordinary 1870 Second Empire estate overlooking Lake Victoria and the Avon River.

Following an extensive, no-expense-spared restoration, the home has been meticulously renewed from the ground up. Modern electrical, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, and structural systems have been thoughtfully integrated while preserving the original craftsmanship, architectural integrity, and character that make this residence truly irreplaceable.

✨ 3+1 Bedrooms
✨ 3+1 Bathrooms
✨Fully Finished, separate lower-level walk-out apartment with private entrance
✨Non-Designated Heritage Registry

Located just moments from Stratford’s renowned theatres, downtown, parks, and scenic river pathways.

Every historic home has a story.

This is your opportunity to write its next chapter. Would you like to live in a castle? 👇

Sunday mornings were made for a house like this. Tucked into one of Stratford‘s most beloved streets, this property, ble...
06/18/2026

Sunday mornings were made for a house like this.

Tucked into one of Stratford‘s most beloved streets, this property, blends, charm, character, and the kind of details that make you stop mid-tour.

Swiped through and see for yourself.

📍30 Shrewsbury Street, Stratford

06/13/2026

This 1874 “chocolate box” house might be the prettiest home in Stratford. And it’s for sale. 🍫

Original yellow brick. 10.6 ft ceilings. Plaster medallions, soapstone counters, two gas fireplaces, and a storybook garden. All minutes from Stratford’s theatres and restaurants.

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,964 sq ft | $1,299,000

Some homes are simply lived in. This one is loved. ❤️

📍 30 Shrewsbury Street, Stratford | DM for details or head to our link in bio for more property info and photos!

167 years old. Zero competition. 🏡54 Bruce Street is now listed at $1,449,900, this is the heritage stone home everyone’...
06/12/2026

167 years old. Zero competition. 🏡

54 Bruce Street is now listed at $1,449,900, this is the heritage stone home everyone’s been waiting for.

6 beds. 5 baths. 4,780 sq ft. Over $220K in modern upgrades behind those 160-year-old stone walls. Plus, a private third floor suite and a 14,800 sq ft lot, all a 5-minute walk to downtown Galt.

They don’t build them like this anymore.
Swipe for the summer tour ☀️ DM to see it in person for yourself!

📍 Cambridge, ON | $1,449,900
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04/15/2026

Your next chapter, designed with ease in mind.

Enjoy thoughtful design, low-maintenance & maintenance floor living, and a community that cares.

More than just a home, it's a lifestyle.

📍13-480 Douglas Street, Stratford
🗓️ Come see it for yourself at our open house this Sunday, the 19th, from 1–3 PM.

Discover more via the link in bio.

Century homes. Misunderstood by many. Loved by those who truly know them.There’s a reason people are drawn to homes with...
04/13/2026

Century homes. Misunderstood by many. Loved by those who truly know them.

There’s a reason people are drawn to homes with history- the craftsmanship, the character, the stories held in every detail. But we know the hesitations that come with it too.

That’s why we’re breaking down the myths, one truth at a time. 🏡

And if this has you curious, we have something rather special to introduce you to.

54 Bruce Street, Cambridge. A hand-laid stone heritage home built in 1859, thoughtfully updated for the way we live today. 4,780 sq ft across three storeys, 6 bedrooms, 5 baths, a self-contained third floor suite, and over $220,000 in renovations - all on a 14,800+ sq ft lot steps from downtown Galt.

This is the one that proves every century home myth wrong.

🔗 Full listing details in bio.

Some homes can’t be scrolled past.54 Bruce Street invites you to slow down.To notice the depth of the windows, the curve...
04/03/2026

Some homes can’t be scrolled past.

54 Bruce Street invites you to slow down.
To notice the depth of the windows, the curve of the arches, the weight of materials that have stood the test of time.

This is heritage, thoughtfully carried forward.
Where original craftsmanship meets intentional design, and every space reveals something new the longer you look.

📍 54 Bruce Street, Cambridge, Ontario

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