Boats belong in the water right? Yes of course, but no… Storing them in the water 24/7 year-round can cause damage and decrease their value. This leads to more maintenance and work for you in the long run — and less time spent enjoying your boat with friends and family. However, a boat lift keeps […]
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What Fees Do Lake Homeowners Pay on Airbnb, Vrbo, and Other Popular Booking Sites?
Buying a lake home and renting it out can be a great source of income that can pay for the mortgage and put additional money in your pocket. Listing your home on multiple booking sites like VRBO and Airbnb will get your property in front of as many travelers as possible and help you bring […]
Boaters Equipment Inspection Checklist for End of Season
With summer drawing to a final close, you may be thinking about taking your boat out of the lake until next spring. Don’t take your boat out just yet! Now is the best time to check all of your gear and replace what needs to be replaced. This checklist will ensure your boating season in […]
Fall Foliage Around New England Lakes
As the summer in New England begins to fade, the fall brings crisp air and new scenery. The trees are splashed with waves of orange and red, while others parade shades of golden yellows, plum purples or deep browns. And though the spectacular color change can be seen in different locations around the world, there’s […]
Best Airbnb Lake House Rentals
When it comes to the lakeside getaway, there’s something for everyone: you can embody the pinnacle of laziness (lounge on the dock, take a leisurely dip, or simply sit in an inner tube and float around for hours) or you can get active (water skiing, hiking, and paddling around in kayaks or canoes). In other words, lake days […]
How to Store Your Boat For the Winter
Storing your boat for the winter is not as easy as pulling it out of the lake and parking it in your lakefront home lawn for the season. The harsh winter conditions can contribute to the wear and tear to your boat and can be a pricey repair come spring time… There’s no need to […]
Boating With Your Dog
Nothing beats a warm summer day with your furry friend! Wind blowing through your hair with your best friend by your side as you cruise around carefree, what’s not to love! Most dogs are instinctive swimmers and love the water… except when it comes to bath time of course! Dogs are an important part of […]
What is The Best Decking Material for Your Dock?
When you’re looking for the right decking for your boat dock, then the pursuit is really quite the same. The important thing to keep in mind is that there is no “one-kind-fits-all” solution for dock decking and planking. The solution depends on what your needs are for your project… For example what if you need […]
Pros and Cons of Renting Your Lakefront Home
There’s nothing like buying a lakefront home! What better place to spend your vacations than feet away from the lake? You will be creating tons of memories with family and friends from swimming to boating and enjoying the scenic view. Buying a vacation home on the lake can be tough financially, so you may want […]
How to Dock Your Boat in Windy Conditions
There is a saying: “Never approach the dock faster than a speed at which you are willing to hit it,” and if most skippers can remember that, their boat (and the boats of others) will usually remain undamaged. The problems usually arise when the boat driver is applying too much pressure or not enough to […]