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Floating the Big East
What could be more fun on a hot summer’s day than a float down a lazy river, armed with only a paddle to steer the unicorn, or swan or whatever floating device you may have…and maybe a beer or two.... Read more
Haliburton Boat Launches
This is a base list of boat launches across the Haliburton area. We’re adding new ones as we hear of them. Some are free to launch, others will charge a put-in/take-out fee. Prices vary. Basshaunt Lake Basshaunt Lake Rd Beech... Read more
How Covid Has Changed The Rental Experience
It’s been a roller-coaster time in the Ontario cottage rental market since the pandemic began. From wondering whether there would be a summer in 2020 at all, to experiencing massive demand after rentals opened up on June 5th showed itself... Read more
Renting in the Fall – Important Information
While we mostly think of cottages as summer vacation spots, they can be magical in the fall. The summer crowds are back in the city; the pace is slower and there’s very few bugs, which is a huge bonus. Add... Read more
Why Wifi Is A Deal-Breaker
Wifi is now the most in-demand criteria with guests who want to rent a cottage at any time of the year. ‘What’s the Wifi password’ is probably the first words said when they arrive. Not that many years ago, the... Read more
Selecting a Rental Management Agency
Although managing your own vacation rental can be rewarding and arguably, economical, it is very time-consuming and demands a high degree of attention to detail for it to be successful. This is where rental management companies can offer a great... Read more
Top Features to Attract More 5 Star Reviews
When there are thousands of properties available for rent, it’s a tough task to rise above the rest and offer something that’s uniquely desirable. While you can’t do anything about location, you have a free rein to create a stunningly... Read more
What pet-friendly really means?
Are you pet friendly? Or, are you pet tolerant? Or, do you begrudgingly accept a small, non-shedding, hypo-allergenic dog that doesn’t bark, never climbs on furniture, and then charge a fee for it? As a pet owner, my view on... Read more
