So tomorrow is the big day in St. John’s….the 193rd Regatta Day. The Royal St. John’s Regatta is North America‘s oldest annual sporting event dating back to 1816. If weather isn’t suitable the event is postponed until the next suitable day.  Since Regatta Day is a civic holiday in St. John’s, this means that the weather actually determines whether or not workers have the day off – a matter sometimes complicated by late-night partying associated with the end of the George Street Festival the night before. (Locally known as Regatta Roulette)

Decided to drive downtown St. John’s this morning and swing up to Signal Hill and head back to my office via Quidi Vidi Lake.  Randomly taking photos as I went. There are a great number of people out today.  Most with camera’s so I can only assume tourist’s.  Even as I drove up the road to Signal Hill the place was packed with people.  Nothing to see up there though as the fog has it completely engulfed.  No ocean view that’s for sure.

Tomorrow Quidi Vidi Lake will be surrounded with tens of thousands of people.  Each visiting “the pond” for their own personal reasons.  Whether it be family tradition, curious spectators, visiting tourists, family/friends of the rowers or just to head down for a game of chance at the concession booths – none will be disappointed.

**SALE PENDING** Wow! Great house on a fantastic corner cul-de-sac lot in the east end of St. John’s. 32 Taylor Place is a large 2 storey home with many upgrades including vinyl windows, vinyl siding and shingles. Hardwood floors throughout most of the main floor. Ceramic tiles in spacious kitchen with over sized center island. Separate dining room opens up into adjacent living room complete with wood burning fireplace and bay window. There is a cozy den with built in bookcase as well as two bedrooms on the main floor that can also be used as an office or hobby room. The second floor has 3 bedrooms and has an updated bathroom. An additional full bathroom can be found on the main floor as well as a half bathroom in the basement. Large recroom and storage room in the basement and there is an entrance to the in-house garage. This property is VERY well cared for. The grounds are immaculately landscaped. Enjoy peace and quiet on the patio deck surrounded by mature trees. Close to Quidi Vidi walking trails. Don’t miss out on this rare find!  Asking price is $319,900 $309,900 MLS: 160062  Call Fraser or Stephen Winters for more information.

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**SOLD**Fraser and Stephen Winters just listed an extremely well looked after property located in Pleasantville, in the east end  St. John’s.  Three bedrooms, 1 and a half bathrooms. Hardwood floors throughout most of the home.  Property is heated with an electric hot water radiation system providing very low monthly heating bills.  Located within walking distance to Quidi Vidi Lake (walking trails) and downtown St. John’s.  The Metro Bus passes right in front of the property. Front and rear garden well maintained.  Ideal home as an investment property or for a first time buyer.  Asking price is $169,900.

65 acres of land in Pleasantville could be given the go ahead next month.  Single family, duplexes,  condo’s and town homes are expected to surround the shores of Quidi Vidi Lake.  If approved lands sales could go on sale by the end of the summer.

4 Newfoundland Terrace is a fantastic 2 story town home, with exceptional views of Quidi Vidi Lake and Bally Hally Golf Course.  This house boasts 9ft ceilings, crown mouldings and was professionally decorated. Hardwood floors, ceramic tiles throughout most of home.  Open concept kitchen and dining room with adjacent family room.  Three bedrooms, master with ensuite and walkin closet. Basement is fully developed and has access to in house garage. Rear yard is fully landscaped and fenced.  New price is $265,900.  Call Fraser and Stephen Winters for more information.

With almost 2 weeks straight with all sushine and no fog (has to be a record) there are lots of activities in and around the St. John’s area scheduled for this weekend.

Check out the St. John’s Farmers Market Saturday at the Lions Club Chalet.  Located right behind the Remax Centre (Curling Club).  9am to 2pm.  Lots of locally grown veggies, fruits, Newfoundland arts and crafts and paintings.  They even have a Facebook Group “I support a weekly farmer’s market in downtown St. John’s”

Every summer in St. John’s at Signal Hill, military drills and music from the 1800s is featured. The Signal Hill Tattoo is now up and running.  Check out the re-enactment of 18th Century military exercises with period costumes, guns and cannon fire this Saturday at the Signal Hill National Historic Site.

The Royal St. John’s Regatta is only a few weeks away.  This Saturday on Quidi Vidi Pond the Time Trials will be taking place starting at 8am.  The purpose of these Time Trials is to determine the makeup of each Regatta Day race based upon the times rowed by the crews participating in the Time Trial heats. Drop down and check out the local rowing crews and see all the hype.

The caplin are rolling! The caplin are rolling around the Avalon bringing hundreds of people to Logy Bay, Middle Cove, Outer Cove beaches.  The presence of the caplin brings with them lots of whales! Check out this quick YouTube clip titled “Caplin in Newfoundland“. If you haven’t seen this phenomenon I highly encourage it.  But hurry….they will not be around for much longer.

And of course….with this beautiful weather you can always enjoy a couple of hours chasing after a little white ball on a golf course.  Newfoundland has a lot of terrific golf courses. My personal favorite is Clovelly Golf Course in East End St. John’s, (in the Clovelly Trails Sub division). Of course you can enjoy a scenic view of St. John’s from Admirals Green in Pippy Park.   For a complete list of Newfoundland golf courses visit golfnewfoundland.ca or the Newfoundland and Labrador Golf Association.

58 Charter Ave Unit #302 – $137,900 - SOLD –

Fantastic two bedroom condo with plenty of upgrades. Mostly hardwood & ceramic floors. White kitchen cabinets. Spacious living room with patio door to balcony overlooking Quidi Vidi Lake and Signal Hill. Laundry room inside condo. Great location in St. John’s Pleasantville area. Near downtown St. John’s. Asking price is $137,900. Call Fraser or Stephen Winters for more details.