Overview of Thornhill Woods, Vaughan

Overview of Thornhill Woods, Vaughan

Thornhill Woods is one of the most desired neighbourhoods in the York Region municipality of Vaughan. With its availability of good schools, low crime rate, easy access to major highways, and variety of amenities available, it’s no wonder that owning real estate in this neighbourhood proves to be a good investment.

 

Developer Info

This housing community was built by Treasure Hill Homes, a reputable residential property builder that has built homes throughout the GTA, including Toronto, Aurora, Bowmanville, Brampton, Caledon, King City, Markham, Mississauga, Stouffville, Richmond Hill, Newmarket, Oshawa, Woodbridge, Vaughan, and Oakville. It has a strong reputation with TARION (formerly the Ontario New Home Warranty Program), and is a member in fine standing with BILD (Building Industry and Land Development Association), formerly the Greater Toronto Home Builders’ Association.

Homes built by Treasure Hill Homes are purposely located in close proximity to public transportation and important amenities, such as schools, supermarkets, clinics or hospitals, and leisure amenities.

 

Location

Thornhill Woods is located at Pleasant Ridge Avenue and Apple Blossom Drive in Vaughan.

 

Housing Characteristics

This relative new home development features an exclusive selection of 20 singles on 36′ and 40′ lots. Most houses are single detached.

 

Transportation

Thornhill Woods residents have easy access to Highways 7 and 407, making commuting to the rest of GTA easy. There are also public transit stations and lines served by the York Region Transit (YRT), VIVA express lines, and GO Transit.

 

Elementary and Secondary Schools

Thornhill Woods is home to a number of excellent elementary and secondary schools, with strong EQAO test results. Check our other blog posts on the top elementary and secondary schools in York Region. Top public schools for residents in this area include:

  • Thornhill Woods Public School
  • Bakersfield Public School
  • Toronto Waldorf School
  • Carville Mills Public School
  • Wilshire Elementary School
  • Stephen Lewis Secondary School
  • Vaughan Secondary School

There are also specialized academic institutions in close proximity to Thornhill Woods, such as Ner Israel Yeshiva College and Delano Academy.

 

Daycare Facilities

Thornhill Woods Daycare, located just off of Highway 7 and Highway 407, makes it convenient for parents to drop off their kids on the way to and from work. Various age groups are accepted at this daycare facility, including preschoolers.

 

Medical and Healthcare Facilities

The closest major hospital is Mackenzie Health Hospital. This large hospital offers comprehensive services ranging from cardiovascular rehabilitation to cancer care, Intensive Care Unit (ICU), pre and post-natal care for newborns, and pediatrics.

 

Retirement Homes and Facilities for Independent & Assisted Living

Amenities at Thornhill Woods cover all ages, catering to people at different phases in life. For those with aging parents, there are a number of retirement homes and facilities for independent and assisted living in close proximity to Thornhill Woods homes. One example is VIVA Thornhill Woods, which was built in 2013 and consists of 134 suites. Suites range from studio to 2-bedroom. Seniors at this living community enjoy weekly housekeeping, cooked meals (including Jewish cuisine), and optional services ranging from personal living assistance (such as bathing and eating) to private home care and palliative care. The facility features a wellness spa with indoor saltwater pool, fitness studios, movie theatre, and more. Guest stays are also available.

 

Curious to see which properties are up for sale in this neighbourhood? Check out our listings in the Vaughan area.