Architectural Designer: Class 5
Design
Designer: Aspen & Ivey
Custom Cabinetry: Downsview Kitchens
We transformed a charming 40-year-old cottage into a stunning, luxurious lakeside retreat, seamlessly blending modern comfort with timeless character. This comprehensive renovation and expansion revitalized every aspect of the cottage, both inside and out.
The exterior now boasts brand-new siding, energy-efficient fiberglass windows, and a durable lifetime standing seam roof. Step inside, and you’re greeted by the warmth of painted shiplap walls and updated interior finishes and millwork throughout.
This exquisitely reimagined cottage features four beautifully appointed bedrooms, each with its own ensuite, plus a spacious bunk room with a dedicated bathroom perfect for accommodating grandchildren. A generous kitchen and dining room addition enhances the space, while a four-season Muskoka room, complete with a dual-sided fireplace, provides the perfect setting for year-round relaxation. The primary suite was expanded to include a luxurious ensuite and a private screened porch, offering a secluded retreat.
Outside, the cottage boasts a sprawling composite lakeside deck with frameless glass railings, ensuring uninterrupted panoramic views of the water. The meticulously designed landscape features natural stone pathways, leading to outdoor entertainment spaces and direct access from the hot tub to the lake.
To complement the cottage, we constructed a custom garage, designed to match the cottage aesthetic. This impressive space features epoxy flooring, a car lift, and a slat-wall system for organizing all the cottage toys. Above, an open-concept loft serves as the ultimate retreat, complete with an office, a bar, a large TV area, and a stylish three-piece washroom.
This extraordinary transformation honors the cottage’s original charm while elevating it to an exceptional lakeside sanctuary, designed for generations to enjoy.
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