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Cottage Rentals and the Travelling Sports Families

I have written a lot of articles on the necessity for providing value to various types of cottage rentals guests. The travelling sports families are another example of how devoted and passionate parents can be about their kids’ athletic present and future development.  Value is a big deal to these families as well.  Cottage rentals ... Read More »

April 3, 2013 ·
Cottage Rentals and the Travelling Sports Families

March Break Options for the Family, chalet and cottage rentals

Although many opt for the sun and warmer temperatures during Family Day Weekend and March Break, how about trying something a little different this year and exploring the outdoors through a Ontario cottage rentals?  You would be surprised the amount of fun you and the family could explore doing something a little different this season ... Read More »

March 1, 2013 ·
Spring Break Cottage Rentals

Vacation Rentals and Volume, booking in advance and saving $$$

When you look at the way in which travel agents, tourism in general and hotels make $$$ it is with proper lead time to plan and organise everything from advertising, to staffing to supplies.  Why should your vacation rentals be any different?  If you are a perspective cottage rental guest, or a property owner, you should ... Read More »

February 15, 2013 ·

Merry Cottage Christmas, make the best time ever!

So cottage trips for our family around the Christmas season are not possible, at least not for a long time.  We have a lot of boys in hockey and there is ALWAYS a hockey tournament during the holidays.  Historically we’ve always rented the cottage out, and the last few years we’ve hosted the same family ... Read More »

December 27, 2012 ·
Merry Cottage Christmas, make the best time ever!

Ice Fishing??? No really…. ICE FISHING!

It might seem a bit bizarre for some who come from a land that sees little or no cold weather, snow or icy weather temperatures.  But here in the winter wonderlands of the great white, and “True North Standing Free” as the anthem goes, we find ways to pass the time and make the most ... Read More »

December 23, 2012 ·
Cottage Rentals - Ice fishing

City Vacation Rentals, weird or what?

Some people will contact me occasionally because of the business I am in and also because they know how much my family has invested in real estate.  I wouldn’t say that I’m an expert, I’m not a broker or an agent, but I have worked in the hotel industry, I’ve bought and sold properties for ... Read More »

December 17, 2012 ·
City Vacation Rentals, weird or what?

Cottage Rentals Safety: Winter Proofing

This article does not only targeted the necessary winter proofing for travelling to and from your winter wonderland cottage rentals, but also the dwelling and the property.  It’s best to make a list of “to do’s” if you intend to keep the rentals alive and well through the winter months.  And remember, these are just ... Read More »

December 7, 2012 ·
Cottage Rentals Safety - Winter Proofing

Winter Rush: SNOW CRAZY!!!

Ontario and Quebec probably have one of the biggest seasons of the year when there is no beach or boating fun…..the winter rush.  Every year resorts, trails and cottage rentals begin the buzz again once that lovely white carpet of icy goodness drops lays itself down.  Our original winter season has taken a very long ... Read More »

November 14, 2012 ·

Vacation Rentals with dangerous weather

Everyone knows how deflated our spirits get when we’ve gone to so much trouble for our very special vacation rentals in a lovely, warm and tropical setting, with gorgeous palm trees, a spectacular view of the ocean, and no immediate neighbours nearby…and then it hitsà Hurricane!  You and your family have taken so much time ... Read More »

November 1, 2012 ·
Dangerous Weather | CottageMe.com Blog

Hydro Service Interruptions in Cottage Country

Do you ever get that automated call from Hydro One in Ontario Cottage Country about a planned power outage?  What is a planned power outage?  What is it for and what does it do? Well, for starters, unlike storm and climatic events that cause damage to the hydro system within your area, and are random, ... Read More »

October 31, 2012 ·
Hydro Service Interruptions in Cottage Country | CottageMe.com Blog

Romance in the Woods

Now that the colder weather is setting in for Canadian based Cottage Rentals and Chalet Rentals, romance in the woods is something that often tags along.  Romantic getaways usually involve cozy fireplace snuggling, and long hikes into spectacular colour vistas of falling leaves and mountain climbs.  What better way to explore your romantic side then ... Read More »

October 23, 2012 ·
Romance in the Woods | CottageMe.com Blog