Magnetawan Real Estate Update | September 2023
Like the rest of Parry Sound District, the Magnetawan area has experienced a significant slow down in real estate this year. Sales are down about 50% from covid-era levels for both homes and cottages with waterfront on smaller lakes feeling the most pain. Median prices are down but not significantly…
Parry Sound Real Estate | Summer 2023
The Lakeland Real Estate Board recently released the May 2023 statistics, shedding light on the evolving dynamics of the local real estate market. As we closely monitor web traffic on our sites, it is evident that the number of property searches has significantly decreased compared to the peak of the…
Parry Sound Real Estate | Summer 2023
Nestled in the heart of Ontario's picturesque Almaguin Highlands, the Parry Sound is an emerging destination that offers tranquility, natural beauty, and a very close-knit community. With its scenic landscapes, pristine waterways such as Ahmic, Lake Cecebe and Horn lakes and affordable housing options, Parry Sound has become a hidden…
Muskoka Maple
Making Maple Syrup the Old Fashioned Way Do you ever get an exciting idea floating around in your mind, you then share it with your partner who is on the same wave as you and all of a sudden you're running rapids together? Well, this is how John and I…
Blue Green in Algae Parry Sound
As a popular vacation destination, the Parry Sound area is known for its breathtaking natural beauty, great forests to explore and a multitude of lake and rivers. However, recent reports of blue-green algae blooms in the region's lakes have caused concern among residents and visitors alike. In this article, we'll…
Parry Sound Real Estate Market | Review & 2023 Outlook
A Real Estate Market in Flux The Parry Sound real estate market has been on a wild ride the last few years to say the least. It went from years of reasonably predictable growth and prices to the frenzy of pandemic buying in a heartbeat. The question is, for both…
Building a Cottage in Magnetawan?
Building a cottage is a dream come true for many people. However, building a cottage is a significant investment, both financially and emotionally, so it's important to plan carefully and make informed decisions throughout the process. Here are 10 essential tips to help you build your dream cottage: Choose the…
Magnetawan High Speed Internet
Starlink in Magnetawan For years, one of the biggest challenges for people working from their cottages in the Muskoka area has been the lack of reliable high-speed internet. But the introduction of Elon Musk's Starlink has been a complete game-changer, providing true high-speed internet in rural areas with speeds previously…
Lake Vernon | Getting Acquainted
Lake Vernon Morning coffee on the dock, sunny afternoons swimming and boating, evening paddles and bonfires, friends and family gathering all contribute to warm memories of waterfront cottages across Muskoka. Some have been handed down from within families, others more recently established with new experiences ahead. Lake Vernon has played…
Reflections on Kahshe Lake, Muskoka
Kah-she-she-bog-a-mog, more commonly known as Kahshe Lake, lies just a short distance south of the town of Gravenhurst. Its name is said to mean "Lake of Healing Waters". As the 4th largest lake in the Muskoka region it is characterized by a great number of islands, bays and wetlands. In…