Grimsby
Known as “The Gateway to Niagara” and the community that is “Friendly by Nature”, Grimsby is also entry to the Niagara Region. Steeped in history, the beautiful Town of Grimsby, nestled between the Niagara Escarpment and Lake Ontario, is home to the Bruce Trail, conservation areas, wineries, vineyards and fruit markets.
Housing options vary with family homes on tree lined streets in established neighbourhoods, great newer neighbourhoods with homes ranging from family homes to townhouses and condos. Main Street is lined with historic homes on estate lots, there are wonderful neighbourhoods tucked into the base of the escarpment plus rural homes and farms are scattered across the Escarpment. Residents and visitors are treated to a charming downtown core with abundant shopping and dining opportunities. Recreation is close by with boating, sport fishing, water sports, hiking opportunities along with parks and areas of the ridge of the escarpment. The Town of Grimsby has quick and easy access to the QEW for commuters to the GTA. www.grimsby.ca
Beamsville
The Town of Lincoln which includes Beamsville, Jordan and Vineland, is host to many unique attractions, exciting festivals and cultural events throughout the year
The beautiful Town of Beamsville is tucked against the Escarpment with Lake Ontario to the North. King Street, which is quickly becoming a well-traveled section of the wine route, is home to many businesses and amenities.
In recent years, Beamsville has become a popular destination for new home builders. New master-planned communities have cropped up, offering families a host of exciting home styles to choose from in charming neighbourhoods complete with walkways and parkland. Beamsville boasts the brand new, Town of Lincoln Community Complex which houses an arena, library and walking track. The town is also a popular destination for cyclists, with stately old homes, fruit orchards and vineyards, the scenery is pure magic. Beamsville is home to many excellent wineries. Thirty Bench, Fielding Estate, Angel's Gate, Daniel Lenko and Hidden Bench are all located in the lush, sloping valleys of Beamsville and the renowned Beamsville Bench. Beamsville affords easy access to the QEW and is only a short commute to GTA, Niagara and the border.
Jordan
Jordan is a small rural hamlet located on the green banks of Twenty Mile Creek in the heart of the Niagara wine region. The picturesque countryside sets the scene for this historic village.
Jordan Village has many amenities close at hand - award-winning wineries, fine art, antique and other charming shops, a luxurious Inn, an outstanding restaurant, and a pioneer museum. Jordan is a hamlet with a history where beautifully preserved architecture links the past to the present. Nature lovers will enjoy the recent extension of the Twenty Valley Trail where hikers can trek along the pond bank of Jordan Village and make their way as far as the Ball's Falls Heritage Conservation area through natural scenic settings.
Vineland
Vineland is located between the southern shore of LakeOntario and the Niagara Escarpment. Vineland and the surrounding area is recognized as Canada’s premier tender fruit region, famous for its orchards, vineyards, world class wineries and restaurants that feature local wines and produce. Tender fruit research in Canada is conducted at the Vineland Research and Innovation Centre.
Smithville & West Lincoln
Smithville offers a peaceful family life with spacious established neighbourhoods, newer subdivisions with beautifully crafted homes and many farms and rural properties stretched out over the Township of West Lincoln.
West Lincoln which includes the communities of Grassie, Fulton, Wellandport, Caistor Centre, Abingdon (along with a number of other small Hamlets) is a vast landscape located at the top of the Escarpment and known as "The Hub of the Niagara Region" with Smithville as “The Heart of Niagara”. Annual events such as the Poultry Fest www.poultryfest.ca/, and the West Niagara Fair are popular attractions. Smithville is far enough away from the hustle & bustle of a big city yet close enough to enjoy amenities, recreation, wineries and nature. www.westlincoln.ca
Stoney Creek
Stoney Creek is centrally located on Lake Ontario, part of the City of Hamilton and encompasses a portion of the Niagara Escarpment. Residents can take advantage of many parks and conservation areas within the town, some of which are located on or near, the town's 9.6 kilometers of lakefront.
Stoney Creek is a geographically diverse community, with its Old Town historic area located beneath the Escarpment and a range of urban, suburban and rural residential sites within its boundaries – upper and lower. It is a city with a wealth of outdoor arenas, recreational facilities, plus shopping and dining options. Some attractions include the famous Winona Peach Festival, Battlefield Park and monument while the Devil’s Punchbowl ribbon waterfall and Fifty Point Conservation Area can be found as well within the boundaries of Stoney Creek. www.hamilton.ca
Glanbrook/Binbrook
A variety of rural and urban settings make up the community of Glanbrook, which also has Binbrook and Mount Hope within it’s boundaries.
Many newer master planned neighbourhoods have popped up in Glanbrook and are thriving in the area while maintaining small town character.
Glanbrook consists of agricultural, retail and industrial sectors. Binbrook is a small, growing community full of charm. Mount Hope is home to the Hamilton International Airport and the neighbouring Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum attracts thousands of visitors annually.www.hamilton.ca