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By Sydnia Yu of the Globe and Mail
A new waterfront resort near Parry Sound offers shared ownership in hassle-free cottages that the builder says will provide “the same quality Muskoka cottage experience” as a traditional vacation home in the area at a fraction of the cost.
Ownership of each fully furnished cottage at the year-round development [...]
For seasonal cottagers, the arrival of fall usually means it’s time to close up the getaway for the season. Depending on the type of cottage or “summerhome” you have, the amount of fall maintenance will vary. However, there are some basic things that all cottagers need to be concerned with such as water, electricity and [...]
Worlds collide when families share beach houses. Do you speak up, keep quiet, or leave the premises?
Susan Kaczynski gains die-hard allies when her side of the family visits her summer home in North Eastham. They storm the beach early: The men bring the gear down, the women make the sandwiches, and they all dig their [...]