Cottage Country Bancroft

06/12/2020

Enjoy :)

Most people know that Canada is full of incredible landscapes, but less people are familiar with its incredible waterscapes. Canada is a water-rich

06/04/2020

That is good news!

Lodges, cabins, cottages, homes, condominiums and bed and breakfasts will be able to resume short-term rentals as of June 5, the province said Thursday.

05/14/2020

8 drinks that will make your morning on the dock even better.

Our choice is Mimosa. What's your favourite?

Mimosa

The preferred beverage of brunch-goers everywhere, the mimosa gives your morning a bit of upscale pizazz. Pop open a bottle of Champagne or sparkling wine (or use up leftovers from last night) and mix with your fruit juice of choice—orange is the most popular, but pineapple, cranberry, and grapefruit are also good options.

Why it’s a morning favourite: Again, you’ve got your morning dose of fruit, just kicked up with some boozy bubbles, of course. But, most importantly, it’s light, crisp, and refreshing—and pairs perfectly with a side of bacon and eggs.

How to make it:

2 oz Champagne, Prosecco or other dry sparkling wine
2 oz orange juice or other fruit juice
1/2 oz Grand Marnier or Triple Sec (optional)
Serve in a champagne flute and garnish with a strawberry or orange peel.

One of the greatest summertime pleasures is sitting dockside in the early morning hours, before the lake gets busy and the sun gets high in the sky.

05/02/2020

Delicious wild leeks growing all over our property! They taste amazing... like an onion and garlic mixed together... the leafs are soft and tender. I’ll be adding them in our salad for tonight’s dinner.

03/30/2020

9 Survival Skills.

If you’re a cottager, chances are you like the outdoors. Maybe your activity of choice is a long hike along the hydro cut, a bike ride along that old

03/26/2020

Got some bored kids at the cottage?

This article was originally published in the Summer 2016 issue of Cottage Life magazine. For more excellent entertaining tips, pick up a copy of the

03/24/2020

Do you have COVID-19 while at the cottage?

What should you do if you think you have symptoms of COVID-19 at the cottage? How to self-assess and find local health services.

03/22/2020

How to calm your nerves during times of chaos.

Curb loneliness and boredom during times of chaos by checking out these beautiful photos that capture the most zen cottage moments.

03/20/2020

What to pack for the cottage when opening up the cottage.

It doesn’t matter whether your cottage has been in the family for 20 years or two years, preparing to open it for the summer can feel like a daunting —

03/19/2020

Are you planning self Isolation at the cottage?

With social distancing now a priority, we're considering cottage isolation. It’s got everything we need and being there will have a calming effect.

01/30/2020