Cottager Articles

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Cabin FeverCottager: Cabin Fever

Is there such a thing as a deal in cottage country anymore? Is there any hope for mortgage slaves with zero likelihood of inheriting a shack in the woods to get our own little piece of the Canadian Shield? As it turns out, the answer is yes, but you have to search far and wide. Here, a series of articles to guide the leisure hungry, whatever their budget, to their little piece of Ontario heaven—Bert Archer, Ariel Brewster and Kelly Pullen
Published: August 2008

 Cottage TeaseCottager: Cottage Tease

In the vast region we refer to as cottage country, every pocket, no matter how posh, has its bargain zone. Today’s under­valued little lake might just be tomorrow’s weekend hotbed
Published: August 2008

 Rough TradeCottager: Rough Trade

Some like fish better than people. Others require daily infusions of lattes. Here, a cottage country continuum
Published: August 2008

The Battle Over Lake SimcoeCottager: The Battle Over Lake Simcoe

Big Bay Point used to be a quiet community of well-to-do cottagers— until a developer proposed a mega-resort in their backyard. They say he’s destroying the lake; he says they’re a bunch of NIMBYists. Six years and $255 million in lawsuits later, it’s become the mother of all development wars By Paul Wilson
Published: August 2008

The Ultra-CheapCottager: The Ultra-Cheap

It’s still possible to score a cabin in (or at least near) the woods for under $100,000. But it might mean a hefty commute. Here, cottage country’s next frontiers
Published: August 2008

The Ultra-LuxeCottager: The Ultra-Luxe

Drawing society scions and Bay Street magnates, Ontario’s most exclusive cottage enclaves have a million-plus entry fee and a decidedly frosty attitude toward newcomers. In other words, bargain-seekers steer clear
Published: August 2008

Weekend WarriorsCottager: Weekend Warriors

A reno-worthy Muskoka cottage on a decent lake for under $600,000? As one couple learned, it’s easier said than done
Published: August 2008

Canada Day in Cottage Country Cottager: Canada Day in Cottage Country

Forget the 400, 416 and 401. Here’s how to have some July 1 fun in the Kawarthas, Muskoka and throughout Ontario’s leisure land By Jameson Berkow
Published: June 2008

Lake EffectCottager: Lake Effect

Mod accessories for the kitsch-averse cottager By Jane Apor
Published: May 2008

Oh, SnapCottager: Oh, Snap

Relaxation can be fleeting—create top-quality photographic proof of a less-stressed self
Published: May 2008

Pack It InCottager: Pack It In

Taking off this weekend? Find the perfect travel bag for a two-night trip
Published: May 2008