Retirement is the time in life when we get to enjoy the fruits of our labour. For some, this means finally being able to own a cottage and enjoy a life of leisure in an area they find scenic and relaxing. You may lean towards buying a pre-existing structure, but there are several significant advantages […]
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When it comes to cottage living, often nothing is more important than relaxation. In many cases, the goal is to step back from the hustle and bustle of regular life. What better place to do that than in the country? You can kick up the relaxation of a lakefront cottage even more by upgrading to
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A waterfront cottage is the ultimate summer cottage dream. You can go fishing, swim in a fresh lake, and take a relaxing vacation from the hustle of regular life. The Kawarthas happens to be a popular lakefront cottage region in Canada, playing host to multiple small communities rich in culture and history. Curious about your
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Choosing the floor plan is one of the most exciting parts of building a home. Whether you opt for a bungalow floor plan or a two-storey house will depend as much on your family’s current needs as its plans for the future. To help you decide, we’ve put together some points comparing bungalow floor plans
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If you purchase a cottage with your spouse, it is generally no different from how you own your regular home with them (and your children and pets, should you have them). However, owning or investing in a cottage with friends or extended family can be quite complicated and turn into another thing entirely. With this
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It’s one of the most common design challenges for cottage owners, and one of the easiest to get wrong: how to build a place that will serve as a family cottage now and a retirement home in a few years. “It’s a really tough transition for a lot of people,” says Selena McConnell, a lead
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Making delicious food, whether it’s a big Thanksgiving meal, a romantic dinner, or a delectable dessert, is much easier when you are working in a well-organized and clean kitchen. This is a major reason why many master chefs will advise everyone to clean as they cook. It keeps their station tidy, which minimizes mistakes. It
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Art is a wonderful way to make any house your own. You can fill the walls with family photos, famous paintings, or drawings your kids did in art class; the choice is yours! A gallery wall is a great way to put up a high volume of art and photography, and there are countless ways
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One of the primary goals of most homebuyers today is to make their house as efficient and eco-friendly as possible. While adapting existing homes to meet that goal can be challenging, it is much easier to incorporate eco-friendly design when you are building from the ground up. Here are five tips to help to make
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Many Canadians look forward to the beginning of October because it means Thanksgiving is just around the corner. However, if you are a cottage owner, this can also be a wistful time because it means the cottage season is now officially over. While some cottages are suitable for use throughout the year, others must be
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