A. Ogilvy Lakes is owned by Vivaldi Resorts; owner of the successful Blueberry Lake Resort.

A. Ogilvy Lakes is an exclusive golf and country club community of no more than 100 luxury log homes with lake and mountain views set within almost 600 acres of beautiful Laurentian forest surrounded by two pristine lakes.

The majority of the land is left undeveloped for owners and guests to explore via a network of hiking, biking and cross-country ski trails. The luxurious houses will be equipped with all modern conveniences; the onsite spa, fully licensed restaurant and bar along with a reception with hotel type guest services ensure that while you escape back to nature, convenience is never far away.

A. Ogilvy Lakes has everything you need to enjoy your holiday together with a wealth of activities on your doorstep. An existing 18-hole golf course awaits you.

Already described as “the most scenic course in the Laurentians”, the course is being remodelled and improved by renowned architect Graham Cooke. Blessed by nature, the resort benefits from two beautiful lakes; perfect for fishing, swimming and non-motorised water sports.

Close to two hundred acres of mixed forest have been left virtually untouched for you to enjoy and explore with the hiking and biking trails, the only changes to its original state.

Other facilities include tennis courts, swimming pools and, at the heart of the resort, a beautiful log constructed clubhouse that houses the restaurant, the bar, an indoor-outdoor spa, a private cinema and extensive meeting and conference facilities.

Ogilvy Lakes residents will also benefit from a concierge service via the PC and internet access available in all the lodges. Using this service, you can order your next day’s groceries, book a tennis court, organise a round of golf or treat yourself to a massage.

A. Ogilvy Lakes is situated in the heart of the Laurentian mountains 71 miles north of Montreal. It is 30 minutes from the international resort of Mont Tremblant, just 10 minutes from the nearest skiing and within an easy drive to the 9 local golf courses.

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A. Construction will commence on Phase 1 in the fall of 2007.

A. Yes, the properties are freehold

A. You can buy as many homes as you wish.

A. Payments should be made in Canadian Dollars.

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15% Initial Deposit, Payable on signing purchase agreement
15% Second Deposit, Payable on construction of the basement
70% Remainder, Payable on completion / possession

Cost of furniture package is due 3 months prior to completion
Legal and administration fees are payable at the time they are incurred.

NB: Cost of furniture package is due 3 months prior to completion Legal and administration fees are payable at the time they are incurred.

A. Please see the Taxes FAQ section

Additionally the Notary will charge a small fee for costs associated with legal completion of a property transfer. These cover the administration costs on the purchase of property. Registration costs, deeds of conveyance and assessment of mortgage documents. These costs are typically approx. $2,500.

A. Yes. Ogilvy Lakes have relationships with banks in Canada who will lend up to 70% of the appraised value or sales price depending on personal circumstances and loan amount.

There are many routes to arrange a mortgage. In Oligvy's experience it is better to arrange one directly in Canada rather than through a broker in the UK.

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A. A full furniture package is offered that will ensure your home is ready for you to stay in or ready to rent right down to your bedding, knives and forks and even a selection of herbs and spices in the kitchen. To market Ogilvy Lakes as a resort for rentals, we wish to ensure all houses have the same quality of furnishings and therefore we use a leading local interior design company with extensive experience of furnishing high end properties in the Tremblant area. All owners will be given several choices to personalise their homes, such as fabrics and colours.

A. The houses have all been carefully designed to fit in with the environment and to be both consistent and complementary with each other ensuring that the high quality and feel of Ogilvy Lakes is maintained. Minor modifications will be considered on a request by request basis.

A. Residential buildings in Canada are required to be built to standards specified by the Canadian Federal and Quebec Provincial Governments and the Canadian Mortgage & Housing Association. Every builder is required to give a purchaser a Government backed 5 year guarantee against defective materials and poor workmanship. All homes are built to strict Canadian laws and standards.

A. All homes are extremely well insulated as they are required to be by Canadian building standards. All window glass is double glazed and filled with Argon, an inert gas that provides warmth and reduces the possibility of condensation. The logs used in construction are at least 9” thick giving them significant “thermal mass” which keep you warm in winter and cool in summer. The concrete foundations are completely surrounded by thick sheets of insulation and the roofs are built with air voids that are filled with thick fibre glass insulation wool.

A. All homes come equipped with a central heating and air-conditioning system. Some baseboard heating is also provided where necessary and under floor heating is also available as an option. Geotherm is an option available to home owners.

A. All homes are fitted with centrally monitored burglar and fire alarms. Ogilvy Lakes will have personnel on site during the working day. However, whilst they will always be keeping a wary eye, they are there to maintain services and facilities and are not specifically security guards.

A. All homes in the rental pool will be required to have both satellite TV and Internet access. The internet access will also enable guests to enjoy the online concierge service.

A. Every house has a driveway with private parking available for a minimum of two cars.

A. Mont Tremblant is approximately

• A 75 minute drive from Montreal's Pierre Trudeau International Airport, on an excellent and safe major highway system.
• A 2³/₄ hours drive from Canada's capital city, Ottawa.
• A 7 ¹/₂ hours drive from New York, USA.

Maps, Distances & Travel Times

A. There are direct daily flights to Montreal from more than 120 regular destinations in the UK, United States, and Europe.

London is approximately 6.5 hours flying time to Montreal with British Airways and Air Canada operating daily direct flights to Montreal Pierre Trudeau Airport. Additionally, a growing number of low cost airlines are now flying to Montreal including Thomas Cook and Air Transat

Toronto, Boston and New York City are all within 90 minutes away by air.

A. Quebec is a natural playground with countless lakes, rivers and mountains. Mont Tremblant is probably the world’s best example of a four season resort and is North America’s largest tourist project with over 2.5 million visitors to the Mont-Tremblant area annually and close to $1 billion invested to date. That investment is set to reach $2.1 billion by 2011 with the creation of two new villages and a casino, making this a great time to buy a property and participate in this exciting investment opportunity.

Canada ranks first among G8 countries:

• best quality of life, safest place to live, lowest cost of living
• Strong economy, low unemployment rate.
• Canada’s oil reserves, totalling 180 billion barrels are second in the world.
• Canada is the third largest producer of natural gas in the world.
• Very strong technological infrastructure, ranked ahead of Japan, Germany, UK, and France.
• Low cost of living.

A. Quebec has a true four-season climate with cold, snowy winters and hot beautiful summers.

A. Canadian winters can be very cold, but it is a dry cold, making it easy to stay warm with the proper clothing.

Additionally, the cold winters lead to more abundant snow fall and if the average snowfall of 150 inches fails to materialise on the 628 acres of slopes, Tremblant has Canada's largest snow-making system so with more than 1,000 snow cannons that kick into action. (Newsweek recently named Canada as one of the five beneficiaries of climate change).

And with such abundant snowfalls every winter, lifestyles have readily adapted including house designs factor for snow-load and thermal-efficiency, all public-roads are ploughed, all vehicles use snow-tires that provide summer-like grip.

A. Relative to the UK, the cost of living in Quebec is low. It is also considerably lower than the nearby US making it a particularly popular destination for Americans vacationers. European visitors will be pleasantly surprised at the prices.

A. No, both French and English are spoken in Quebec. Most people will be bilingual in tourist areas such as Mont Tremblant and Montreal.

A. New Year’s Day
Good Friday
Easter Monday
Victoria Day (Monday proceeding May 25th)
Canada Day (July 1st)
Labour Day (First Monday in September)
Thanksgiving Day (Second Monday of October)
Remembrance Day (November 11th)
Christmas Day
Boxing Day

A. Just about everything you can imagine.

In the winter, the resort of Mont Tremblant boasts 94 runs on 660 acres with a longest run of 6km. If downhill skiing is not for you, then the network of cross-country ski trails is a great way to see the spectacular scenery of the National Park and beyond or just strap on some snowshoes and make your own trails. For a taste of a traditional Quebec winter, why not try dog sledding or for those who require a bit more adrenaline, Quebec is the home of the snowmobile and offers the most extensive network of trails in the world.

Winter Activities:

A. Just about everything you can imagine.

In the summer, you can choose from one of 6 championship golf courses within a 20 minute drive and close to 50 in total. TravelGolf.com calls it “Mountain golf at its best” while Golf Business Magazine called it “best vacation value of the year”. In the summer, the mountain transforms into a hiker’s dream and the lifts continue to operate to take mountain bikers to the summit or those who just want to take in the breathtaking views. For those who prefer their cycling to be a little more sedate, the dedicated network of cycle paths will take you through stunning countryside undisturbed by traffic.

Summer Activities:

A. Montreal combines a modern North American city with the European charm of its French roots. For the sports fan, Montreal boasts probably the most famous NHL ice hockey team. For those seeking something a little more cultural, Montreal has one of the greatest collections of art galleries and museums, is home to the Montreal Symphony Orchestra and the Cirque de Soleil and has a true festival culture, including the world renowned Jazz Festival and the Just for Laughs comedy festival. Its selection of restaurants and vibrant nightlife offers up anything from a quiet dinner to dancing until dawn.

A. You can apply for permanent residency. There are a number of criteria to be met and owning property may assist your application for residency. More Info

A. No. There are no restrictions. Non-residents may own homes in Quebec.

A. You will need a Social Insurance Number (SIN) before you can work in Quebec on a permanent basis.

A. There are no restrictions on non-residents purchasing a car. A quick visit to a licensing office will be needed to register and pay vehicle duty. An international drivers License is sufficient, a retest is not required. You may even be able to get 'no claims' discounts for your car insurance if you can provide documentary evidence.

A. The establishment of any new Canadian businesses and most acquisitions of existing Canadian businesses by non-Canadians is subject to a notification procedure by the federal government.

However, three types of investments are subject to a full review and require approval prior to completion of the acquisition:

• The direct acquisition of control over a Canadian business with gross assets of at least $5 million;
• The indirect acquisition of control over a Canadian business with gross assets of $50 million or more, or $5 million or more if the Canadian business represents over 50% of the assets of the foreign parent company being acquired
• The acquisition of an existing business, or the establishment of a new or related business in a culturally sensitive sector such as publishing, film and music, regardless of its size.