Boundless hills of crystalline snow, coloured sunset skies in July and swaths of trees of green. Grey County and the towns within are surrounded by nature, where bucolic landscapes and a penchant for outdoor living and recreation are perfectly harmonized. For Eden Oak and their upcoming luxury community, Sapphire Ridge, an incredible location, natural scenery and the wealth of lifestyle opportunities make it one of the most exciting additions to region. Comfortably nestled in the foothills of the Blue Mountains, with its magnificent rolling hills and the nearby shoreline of Georgian Bay, it’s a beautiful destination worthy of calling home, where your love for the outdoors and the serenity of nature are only just the beginning.
Southern end of Gerogian Bay, Collingwood (Photo: Phill Doherty)
Living at Sapphire Ridge places you in the center of vast greenspace and a myriad of local parks and natural sights. The beach is a natural draw for residents and visitors alike, with a beach-day getaway along the sandy shores only a short drive away. The local area also has its fair share of parks and trails, with Petun Conservation Area—a beautifully preserved portion of the Bruce Trail leading into Pretty River Valley Provincial Park—as the perfect place to hike in all seasons. Craigleith Provincial Park is also a popular spot for winter snowshoe hikes, summer picnics or sunset lookouts on clear evening.
Pretty River Valley Provincial Park, Nottawa (Photo: Claudiu Dobre)
Sapphire Ridge is an outdoorsmen’s paradise, with numerous trails available in almost every season. At Blue Mountain, the Village Way Trail is a well-known hike complete with the Bruce Trail lookout for some truly spectacular views. The Bruce Trailhead itself is a widely traversed trail network along with the nearby Georgian Trail that links the Georgian Bay coastline from Meaford to Thornbury to Collingwood. A morning jog through Loree Forest, a family hike along the 3 Stage Trail or a twilight sojourn to Delphi Point Park are only some of the incredible ways to experience nature at Sapphire Ridge.
Skiing at Blue Mountain Resort, The Blue Mountains (Photo: Blue Mountain Resort)
With its vast hills and icy peaks, The Town of the Blue Mountains is renowned for its winter recreation, specifically its ski and snowboard hills. Residents at Sapphire Ridge are conveniently close to Blue Mountain Resort, with its over 365 acres of terrain. Spend every winter weekend on the slopes just around the corner from your stunning luxury home. You will also find other options for premier winter sports along the Escarpment at nearby private and public clubs, such as Alpine Ski Club, Toronto Ski Club, Georgian Peaks, Craigleith and Osler Bluff.
When you’re living at Sapphire Ridge, adventurous ski hills aren’t your only opportunity to explore the great outdoors this winter. You can spend an unforgettable afternoon among the glorious tree-lined trails at Woodview Mountaintop Skating or experience the excitement of Blue Mountain Village at Mill Pond. There are also many neighbourhood outdoor rinks and arenas throughout Collingwood, Thornbury and the surrounding area. For more winter adventures, explore the northern terrain by snowshoeing or cross-country skiing through the Scenic Caves Nordic Centre and glimpse the spectacular views along southern Ontario’s longest 420 ft. suspension bridge.
Gerogian Bay Golf Club, Clarkburg (Photo: Michael Bell)
If Sapphire Ridge is known for skiing and snowboarding in winter, its selection of golf courses is its best attribute in the warmer spring and summer months. Sapphire Ridge is a haven of premier courses including Georgian Bay Golf Club, located right in your own backyard. Wake up, prepare for your day and make it to the green within 5 minutes—an incredible feature of living in this beautiful luxury community. In neighbouring Thornbury, avid golfers can visit The Golf Club at Lora Bay or Tomahawk Golf Course. In Blue Mountain, Collingwood and Nottawasaga, enjoy the links at Monterra Golf at Blue Mountain Resort as well as OslerBrook, Living Stone, Batteaux and more. With private memberships, the county’s natural scenery and the variety of exceptional courses, Sapphire Ridge and Blue Mountain is your go-to golf destination.
Monterra Golf at Blue Mountain Resort (Photo: South Georgian Bay Tourism)
Experience the natural world like never before at Sapphire Ridge, where embarking on an adventure or enjoying the peaceful solitude of the area’s stunning location are an everyday possibility. Cast your eyes along the Georgian Bay coastline, through the blanket of trees colouring the region and the boundless waves of the bay in the background. Discover where Sapphire Ridge belongs:
