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The Story of Watercolour
WESTPORT, ON
New homes, New Life, New Possibilities
BECAUSE WE ALL WONDER, WHY?
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Deciding to build a new community in Westport, has been a journey of time and care. No one
arrives at a destination without planning and purpose and ours began over 20 years ago when
we arrived in the area and developed the nearby community of Badour Farm. Our vision is
simple - to craft a purposeful community that enhances the wellness of all that reside there.
“The greatest thing you and I can ever imagine is the fellowship of other loving persons, to
love and be loved, to know, to enjoy, to be with, to adventure, to create.”
Dallas Willard
Your life will not be summed up by the things you owned or the places you lived. If you choose
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to make Westport home, and Watercolour your place, I hope you will find meaning and purpose
in your journey and a connection to things that make life worthwhile. Even if you never buy a
home from us, we want to connect with you about the more important questions than where
to live…after all Mark Twain said it best- “The most important day is the one of your birth, the
second is when you discover why.”
I hope to meet you in Westport!
Stephen Rolston, Owner Land Ark Homes, Founder Watercolour Westport
WESTPORT, A BETTER PLACE TO
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CALL HOME
From the perspective atop Foley Mountain a view of an idyllic town on the waterfront is in plain
sight. The curved shoreline, the church steeples, and the boats in the harbour are the inviting
scenes of Westport that have been welcoming visitors to the Rideau for generations.
And now, a new opportunity awaits those who would call this village home. Born from the desire
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to build something enduring and impactful, the community of Watercolour was envisioned as a
neighborhood humble in design but sophisticated in its intentions. A place where new and old
meld into a perfect mix of aesthetics and functionality. A place to call home.
Nestled at the base of a mountain and walking distance to the shores of two lakes, Watercolour
will be a place to explore the biodiversity that surrounds, a place to be a caretaker of the natural
habitats and a cultivator of meaningful life and relationship.
YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD….YOUR
POSSIBILITIES
Watercolour is central to all that the town of Westport has to offer and that nature has prepared
for your enjoyment. Life at Watercolour will open opportunity to experience the undisturbed
North Frontenac Arch Biosphere with its many lakes and wildlife. To explore the surrounding 220
kilometres of shoreline on the Rideau Lake system and nature preserves. To discover historic
towns and villages along the Rideau Canal Waterways.
Beyond nature, the village of Westport is home to a winery, brewing pub, bakery, an active arts
guild, cafes and more. Summer camps and retreats are hosted at various camps nearby. Cities
like Kingston (40 min) , Ottawa (90 min), Toronto (3 hrs) are easily accessible and within driving
times that make Westport a perfect year-round location.
Some activities that are within walking distance or a short drive from Watercolour are :
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• golfing • four wheeling
• fishing • mountain biking/hiking
• motorcycling • walking trails
• cycling club • sleigh rides
• skating arena • boating on the Rideau Lakes
• beachfront for swimming • snowshoeing/skiing
• tennis • music venues & festivals
• snowmobiling • art galleries
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TRADITIONAL NEIGHBOURHOOD
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DESIGN REVIVAL...
A BETTER DESIGN
Incorporating cottage lifestyle and the elements of a neighbourhood designed around
walkability, Watercolour is liveable- a smart growth community that understands the
responsibility of environmental stewardship and incorporates features in the community
structure that make it exceptional.
• Front porches that offer neighbourly connectivity throughout the community
• Sidewalks designed to make streetscapes pedestrian-focused
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• Easily accessible gathering spaces add a true sense of community and enhance home
ownership value
• 7 kilometres of sidewalks and walking trails along the creek and through parks for
active living
• Unique, inviting and personalized home plans and elevations
• Reforestation is a priority with tree plantings included, and ponds curated with native
plants and ecosystems
• Walkable access to Westport town-centre services promoting vibrant aging in place
WHY COTTAGE STYLE IS A
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BETTER CHOICE
“Home and cottage-two words most suggestive of comfort in the English language.”
William H. Ranslett writing in The Architect, 1851
A cottage has an architectural definition from its historical origins. In Ontario, cottages were
designed by early settlers in the style and influence of their places of origin. Irish, English and
Scottish settlers made their imprint on the designs of cottages from their European experiences.
Cottages were simple homes adapted to the harsh Canadian winters.
Modern history has documented the rapid evolution of cottages from their humble beginnings to
the endless possibilities of elaborate structures found in cottages today. However, most cottage
designs still attempt a presentation of a modest and cozy dwelling in a rural or remote location.
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In cottage life, practicality prevails over pretentiousness and structure is chosen to compliment
interaction rather than simply making an impression. Mention the word “cottage” and the
prominent thoughts and memories of the vast majority of Ontarians, are the feeling of simplicity,
connectedness with nature and people, and the joy of being free of the demands of suburban
and urban life.COTTAGE LIFE HOMES…FROM A
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BETTER BUILDER
Your home in Watercolour will be designed with relaxation and refinement in mind. It will
be ready for your story to unfold with uncomplicated, thoughtful, finely crafted designs, and
personalized elements with which you can express your individual style.
Your home is a reflection of architectural concepts and experiences drawn from Land Ark
Homes award-winning 30 year history of residential building. Each and every home will be a
legacy for the owners and a place of comfort and life for generations to come. We construct
with care and the environment in mind.
We are committed to standards that exceed the Ontario Building Code for homes that are much
tighter, far more energy efficient,and have significantly lower energy usage (lower utility bills).
With increased insulation, more efficient mechanicals and better windows, you will enjoy a
quieter, healthier, and far more comfortable home.
Homes will be finished with interior paint that absorbs CO2 and has the possibility of improving
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the interior air quality of your healthier home. Reach out to us, we would love to walk you
through the construction details that you can count on for a better home of better value from a
better builder.YOUR STORY
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It’s your turn...start writing your story here...
Chapter VIPage 8 features Chris Dickson’s Artwork. An active member of the Rideau Lakes Artist’s
Association and the Smith Falls Arts and Culture Council, Chris created this winning painting
for our Watercolour Westport art contest. An accomplished artist and photographer, Chris
welcomes pet and landscape commissions and participates in many local art shows.
artbychrisdickson@gmail.com
Many photographs found in this book are contributed from local photographers capturing the
beauty that surrounds Westport. Get your camera ready to capture the spectacular scenery in
and around Westport when you make your home here!
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