Category: Planning
Ontario Kayaking Adventures: Paddle from Your Cottage
Imagine launching your kayak directly from a private dock and gliding through turquoise waters. Ontario offers world-class paddling routes and renting a cottage that includes a kayak gives you easy water access. Premier Paddling Destinations: Georgian Bay Georgian Bay and the Thirty Thousand Islands are a series of sheltered channels, limestone cliffs and multiple islands […]
Ontario Water Safety Tips
Water activities are a beloved pastime for many, offering relaxation, exercise, and fun. However, they also come with inherent risks that cannot be ignored. Ensuring safety while enjoying pools, beaches, and other bodies of water is crucial for everyone, from children to adults. This comprehensive guide covers essential water safety tips to help keep you […]
Lake Muskoka: The Hamptons’ Elegant Northern Counterpart
Why New York’s Elite Can Look North for Their Next Luxury Vacation Home Rental When it comes to exclusive summer destinations, The Hamptons are a natural choice for many affluent New Yorkers. Known for their refined beach culture, luxury real estate, and world-class dining, the Hamptons offer a high-end lifestyle just a short drive from […]
Six Reasons to Book a Staycation in Ontario’s Cottage Country this Summer
As global travel becomes more complex and costly, more Canadians are choosing to vacation close to home. Enter the Ontario staycation — a growing trend that’s as enriching as it is convenient. But what exactly is a staycation? What is a Staycation? Simply put, a staycation means a vacation spent either at home or nearby, […]
The Ultimate Alternative to AirBnb in Canada: Why Rent with Cottage Vacations
When planning your Canadian cottage rental, choosing the right booking platform makes all the difference. While Airbnb and VRBO may seem like convenient options, they come with hidden fees, lack of local support, and little oversight over listings.That’s why booking through an alternative to Airbnb and VRBO like CottageVacations.com, a trusted local Ontario business and […]
How to Turn Your Cottage into an Investment Property
Owning a cottage can be a dream come true. Being able to escape the hustle and bustle of city life to an idyllic retreat whenever you please is a luxury, as well as a profitable income stream and path to earlier retirement. This article discusses the strategic planning required to transform a cottage into a […]
How to Winterize a Cottage for Canadian Winters
Knowing how to winterize a cottage is essential to being able to vacation during cold, snowy winters. Measures for the frigid season must be taken to stay comfortably and to maintain the integrity and value of your vacation home. Insulation A big factor in the success of winterizing a cottage will be its ability […]
What to Bring to a Cottage: The Essentials, Food, for a Weekend, and as a Guest
When planning for a cottage getaway, packing well can be the difference between a relaxing vacation and a stressful one. There are several factors to consider when getting ready, such as what activities you are planning to do at the cottage, how long the trip is, what the weather will be, and what will already […]
Is a Cottage a Good Investment?
The answer to “is a cottage a good investment” is, it depends! Vacation rentals can be very lucrative, but they can also be expensive and work intensive to set up and maintain, so it is important to do your research before committing. Making a cottage a financially viable and worthwhile investment is about maximizing profits […]
Types of Fish in Ontario’s Cottage Country
Ontario is abundant with amazing fish that are fun to spot and delicious to eat. These include Bass, both smallmouth and largemouth, Pike, Walleye (also known as Pickerel), Muskie, and several types of Trout. Each type has their unique habitats, behaviours, best preparation methods and flavour pairings, outlined in the following table, in the hope […]
