Glen Abbey is one of the better known and earliest planned communities in North Oakville. It showcases extensive green space, streets adorned with mature trees, neatly landscaped properties, and a prestigious standard of living.
The neighbourhood is popular with families wanting large homes in a mature area, with highly ranked schools and outstanding recreational facilities. Glen Abbey has expedient access to a variety of commercial enterprises and transportation routes.
Travelling by car typically requires 30 to 45 minutes but expect this time to increase during rush hour as the QEW/403 corridor is the main travel route between Oakville and Toronto.
Travelling from Oakville or Bronte GO to Union station by transit includes an express train during rush hour skipping all stations past Clarkson saving about 10 minutes overall. The all-stops train visits key destinations such as Exhibition with a commuting time of around 42 to 48 minutes.
Travelling by car to the downtown commercial district typically requires 20 to 35 minutes which can fluctuate a little during rush hour. The QEW/403 corridor is the main travel route between Oakville and Hamilton.
Travelling from Bronte or Oakville GO to Hamilton GO station requires about 36 to 42 minutes. Keep in mind that not all trains travel to Hamilton during off-peak hours and you may need to connect with a GO bus.
In Glen Abbey, homes are being refreshed with new kitchens and baths, windows, roofs, and contemporary decor materials. Built primarily in the 1980’s/90’s, four bedroom, two storey homes with double car garage on good sized lots are prominent. Links, semi-detached, condominiums and modest to executive townhomes are sprinkled throughout the neighbourhood. A landmark pocket of prestigious homes, known as Fairway Hills, runs along Dorval Drive and backs onto the Glen Abbey Golf Course.
Even for those who do not play, has anyone not heard of the famous Glen Abbey Golf Course? It was designed by Jack Nicklaus and has frequently hosted the Canadian Open. The Glen Abbey Library, and the Community Centre, provide various recreational activities, and host frequent trade show exhibitions and vendor markets.
Central to the community is the Dorval Crossing Shopping Centres at the intersection of North Service Road and the east and west sides of Dorval Drive. Everything is available in these two stops: groceries, big chain retail, conveniences, professional services and dining establishments. Abbey Plaza at the corner of Upper Middle Road and Third Line covers most daily necessities.
For those living within its boundaries, Glen Abbey is so much more than its namesake golf course. Oakville community spirit and involvement is evident. The streets are a pleasure to walk throughout the seasons. The comfort of wood burning fireplaces permeate the air during winter’s chill, and in the warmer months, the sweet smell of flowers and freshly mown grass. This neighbourhood is a place where you want to live, play … and stay.
Enjoy amazing deli and baked goods? The iconic Monastery Bakery is the hub of the neighbourhood and beyond, but be prepared – it’s busy from open to close.
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