Breaking Ground!

The Suites on St. Stephen big dig has begun as builders lay a secure foundation.  

Bayside Builders and Vista Properties president, Peter Brown, was on location for the first sweep.  

"It was a ground-breaking event!" He quipped.  

But then, much more seriously, he added, "This is the first step in the creation of a whole new 'downtown apartment' concept for Summerside.  We plan on setting the 'green trend' and hope that the Suites' energy efficient design will keep down costs for Islanders this winter."

Also, Peter foresees the Suites on St. Stephen will be attractive to Islanders returning home after years away in places like Calgary or Ontario as well as empty-nesters or retirees looking to spend the winter in town.  "Our market is anyone who wants the convenience of downtown living, a property manager you can trust taking care of your maintenance, and such incredible cost-cuts on the energy side.  It's Summerside at your fingertips!  We think this appeals to both Islanders and those from away."

 

"We're trying something new," Peter said.  "We're inviting Islanders to try out traditional housing in an innovative package.  We're pretty sure of a complete success."

But everything begins with a good foundation, of course, which companies are laying as you read!

Herald of What's to Come

February saw the unofficial "cornerstone" laid with a fantastic new sign heralding the commencement of the Suites on St. Stephen's building.

Remember last January? Top 3 reasons to brave this winter at the Suites on St. Stephen

Winter, winter, and, ah yes, winter.

"A refugee family who arrived in Alberton in December sought shelter at the Alberton fire hall around noon Wednesday after their rental property became unbearably cold"(1).

"Canada's military stands at the ready to come to Prince Edward Island's aid in light of a devastating ice storm..."(2).

"Tonight's Caps Game Cacelled...[d]ue to weather and traveling conditions the game has been called off"(3).

At Bayside Builders, we can't control the weather, but with rentals like the Suites on St. Stephen, we can help you deal with it.

1. We offer low-cost Heat and Electricity

Bayside Builders and Vista Properties are paying your heat bill!

City of Summerside will bill you directly for your electricity usage (lights, hot water, dryer, dishwasher, fridge, stove, etc.) plus sewer and water charge.  Our companies will then credit you with the monthly charge for your heating costs based on our heat loss calculator. This is provided with your lease and will reward you for energy conservation!  For a more detailed explanation, we'd love to hear from you at 902.436.1300 or info@bayside.ca.

2. Engergy Efficiency

But even if you're saving, where does all that money go?  Hopefully not out the windows - even if they are lovely!

If you're anything like most Islanders, spring, summer and fall here on the Island make it all worth it.  But by the time the end of October rolls around, Thanksgiving's long gone, hockey season is well underway and you're settling in for another winter, you're wondering, "Farmhouse?  Or townhouse?"

Rambling homesteads lose a great percentage of their heat through antiquated windows and frames.  Pre-90s appliances weren't built with energy conservation in mind.

The Suites on St. Stephen were designed energy efficient from the exteriors and insulation to the state-of-the-art appliance selection.

3. Downtown Convenience with Maintenance Ease

Come again?  Yes!  Someone else is out there shoveling the walk for you!  And there they are planting flowers!  Cutting the grass!  Raking the leaves!

At times enjoyments but other times chores, especially when we "haven't had a chance to get around to it", or it's been a little much for us lately.

The Suites on St. Stephen are managed and owned by Vista Properties and Bayside Builders, who will assure diligent exterior maintenance and upkeep.

So enjoy heading out into the downtown Summerside world - you'll be right there in the heart of it.

In conclusion, sure the first snowfall tingles us with excitement.  

And no one in their right mind would wish for an un-white Christmas! But after the first storm - and then the next - and the next - PEIers can be glad to come home to their low-cost, efficient and convenient Suites on St. Stephen.

(1) McCarthy, Eric. Fire halls become shelters. The Journal Pioneer. Jan 31st, 2008. www.journalpioneer.com/index.cfm?sid=10361&sc=118

(2) Thibodeau, Wayne. Military on Standby. The Journal Pioneer. Jan 31st, 2008. www.journalpioneer.com/index.cfm?sid=103766&sc=118

(3) The Journal Pioneer. Tonight's Caps game cancelled. The Journal Pioneer. Jan 18th, 2008. www.journal pioneer.com/index.cfm?sid=99528&sc=118

Brave another Island Winter - cost effectively!

After another harsh Island winter, even city home-dwellers are moving towards downtown apartment-living.  Imagine Summerside at your doorstep - a well-cleared and warmed up doorstep at that!