Welcome to King’s Cross: A Narrative Tour

The Vibe Imagine turning onto Queensdale Avenue in the Donevan neighborhood of Oshawa. You leave the noise of the main city arteries behind and enter a pocket that feels established yet distinctly new. This is King’s Cross by Holland Homes. Unlike the sprawling, cookie-cutter “mega-subdivisions” where you might get lost finding your own driveway, this is an intimate enclave. It feels personal.

At 993 Queensdale Avenue, you aren’t just buying a house number; you’re buying into a streetscape that cares about curb appeal. Holland Homes has leaned into a “transitional” aesthetic here—think the warmth of traditional brick and stone mixed with clean, modern lines and inviting front porches that actually make you want to sit outside with a coffee.

Living Inside Walking through the front door, the first thing you notice is the airiness. With standard 9-foot ceilings, the space doesn’t feel compressed. These homes are built for the way families actually live today—chaotic, loud, and loving.

The kitchen is inevitably where everyone ends up. It’s designed to handle the morning rush and the Saturday night dinner party equally well. We’re talking about solid quartz surfaces that can take a spill, massive islands perfect for homework or breakfast, and walk-in pantries that hide the clutter.

The layouts (like the Lyons or the Alder models) are generous, often spanning over 3,000 square feet. This means you aren’t tripping over each other. The Great Rooms are anchored by gas fireplaces—a genuine comfort during damp Ontario winters—and the hardwood floors feel solid underfoot, not hollow.
Upstairs, the vibe shifts to “sanctuary.” The primary bedrooms are massive, designed to be an escape from the kids or the stress of work. The ensuites feel less like bathrooms and more like a hotel spa, complete with glass showers and freestanding tubs meant for long soaks.

** The Neighborhood Context**

Living in Donevan means you get the best of both worlds. You are in a mature part of Oshawa, so you have big trees and established parks like the Harmony Valley Conservation Area nearby—perfect if you have a dog that needs off-leash time or kids who need to burn energy.
Yet, for the practical side of life, you aren’t isolated. Commuting is surprisingly painless with the 401 and 407 just minutes away. You can grab your groceries, hit Home Depot, or grab dinner at the SmartCentres nearby without making it a day trip.