Cottage building plan: The Chesapeake
The Chesapeake has a sizeable entry situated next to spacious kitchen and dining room. The great room has cathedral ceiling with tall windows and a large central fireplace. An attached garage and mudroom entry are conveniently...
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How to take better photos at the cottage
The articles below provide the expert advice you need to ensure you don't miss some of the best moments at the cottage.
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Lake ice destroys Manitoba cottages
While spring weather is known to wreak havoc in cottage country, it's often after the ice melts. But last Friday, a lakeside community in Western Manitoba declared a local state of emergency after strong winds managed to push...
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The 10 commandments of steak
It’s easy math: Friends + sunshine + steaks on the grill = A perfect cottage weekend. Unless you mess up the steak part. Which won’t happen, if you follow these 10 commandments from the experts at Cottage Life and Muskoka...
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Cottage building plan: The Heighington
This executive design has all the amenities expected in any quality home. The covered log entry welcomes you into the foyer. The large kitchen, complete with wrap-around countertop, compliments both indoor and outdoor dining....
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Tree care tips for cottagers
From taking down to an entire tree to trimming a few branches, below are all the tips you need to keep you, and the tree, safe.
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