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The shore lunch is a northern favourite for dedicated anglers and the lodges that host them. After a morning of solid fishing, guests and their guides pull boats up to … Continued

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We ditch work early on Fridays, pack the car the night before, and eat while we drive—anything to beat the traffic. The less time spent driving to the cottage, the … Continued

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Like clockwork, Highway 400 clogs with motorists every summer weekend—most of them cottagers ditching the city for a peaceful, quiet weekend by the lake. But a recent announcement from the … Continued

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For the first time in more than a century, parts of Northwestern Ontario will not fall back one hour on November 1, while the rest of the province returns to … Continued

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3919 Treeline Drive, Severn, Ont. Bedrooms: 3 + 2 Bathrooms: 3 Lot size: 102.2 ft. by 168.2 ft. List price: $1,199,990 Date listed: September 21, 2026 Realtor: Jason Schlegel  This five-bedroom cottage … Continued

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Zero proof, ready-to-serve cocktails have come a long way over the past few years and we’re not mad about that. Here are three to try: The Cipriani Peach Bellini is … Continued

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Guests, don’t forget to bring a gift. The best cottage gifts are small and non-perishable, and never add extra work to the host’s weekend. The Bird Watching Bucket List is … Continued

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“There’s nothing wrong with setting it on the seat beside you, provided that it’s sealed. If not, then it has to be out of the reach of the driver. So, … Continued

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Four years ago, Cottage Life asked readers to look for 14-foot sailing dinghies lingering at the cottage. You responded, which was no surprise to sailing historian Rob Mazza. He knew … Continued

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35 Fire Rte 75D, Havelock-Belmont-Methuen, Ont. Lake: Lake Kasshabog Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 1 Lot size: 0.35-acre property and 1090 sq.-ft. cottage Frontage: 107 ft. Asking price: $899,000 Taxes: $4,305 in … Continued

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Manitoulin Island the title of the largest freshwater island in the world, and its small, beachside towns and pristine forests feel relaxed, even in peak season. “You’re on island time … Continued

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1187 Louden Lane, Carnahan Lake, Frontenac, Ont. Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Lot size: 575.1 ft. by  795.4 ft. List price: $595,000 Date listed: September 10, 2026 Realtor: Tammy Gurr Step inside this … Continued

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