By Roll-in-docks.com Some of you may ask, what the heck is a dock bubbler? In concept, it is really a slick little device. The idea is as follows: Hang the dock bubbler off the end of your dock and the bubbler will keep open water around your dock all winter long. No ice, no ice […]
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Scott Freerksen "The Lake Guy" created LakefrontLiving.com in 2003. Scott is a Real Estate Broker & Realtor® that personally understands the emotional connection that comes with owning lakefront property. This genuine passion is why he continually strives to bring Buyers and Sellers of lakefront property together. With a keen eye for detail and an intimate knowledge of each lake he covers, he helps his clients make the most of their lakefront home purchase. "Owning lakefront property is an experience that will change the way you live - it becomes a retreat to escape the hassles of daily living. The wildlife, recreation, and vacation feel of waterfront living will forever be a part of you."
Want to Know the Market Value of any Lakefront Home?
Tired of inaccurate valuations for lakefront homes? There’s an intrinsic value on lakefront property that’s been difficult to put a price on because there are so many tangible and intangible variables. Some popular websites provide Automated Valuation Models – or “AVMs” – that can be a valuable tool for buyers & sellers…but they are notoriously inaccurate for certain types […]
Simple Tips to Keep Your Lake Healthy
A Buffer of Native Plants Preserving a natural buffer of native plants is one of the best ways to protect a lake. Shoreline plants filter sediment and chemicals from runoff, provide food and shelter for fish and wildlife and can slow or prevent shoreline erosion. Shade from overhanging shrubs and trees can keep waters cool […]
Design Dilemma: Need Lake House Decor Ideas?
How to Update a Lake House With Wood, Views, and Just Enough Accessories By Brian Patrick Flynn, original article Designing a lake house can be tough since it’s supposed to be all about the view. Too much decor can detract from the entire reason the lake house exists anyway — the lake! First up, color […]
Stand Up Paddleboarding 101: Learning the Basics
Stand up paddleboarding is quickly becoming one of the most popular water sports. To take your shot at this unique pursuit, there’s a few basics you’ll need to get down. The first step to becoming a better paddleboarder is accepting that you will most likely fall. Balance will come with a dedicated mindset and enough […]
How to Winterize Your Pontoon Boat
Freezing temperatures and icicles are perhaps the last things you think of when you think about your pontoon boat. Nevertheless, it’s important to prepare your pontoon boat for the worst of the winter months so that you can be worry and hassle-free when the spring thaw arrives at your lakefront home. Although many businesses offer […]
Outdoor Fireplace Ideas for Your Lakeside Home
It’s that time of year…clear skies and cool Autumn evenings present the perfect time to spark up your lakeside outdoor fireplace. For entertaining, fire pits are a great way to extend your party space to the outdoors. It will certainly add value to your lakefront property…but that’s not the best reason to have one! The calming effect you feel […]
When do the Peak Foliage Colors Come Through New England?
There’s no better place to view and experience the change of seasons than a drive through New England in the Fall. Such iconic scenes have launched a thousand postcards (especially the colors reflecting off lakes) and turned New England into the ultimate fall destination for leaf peepers. So how do you know when the peak foliage […]
15 Seconds to Your Dream Lakefront Home
It is said that over 90% of all home buyers begin their search on-line. And while this is typically a smooth process for most home buyers, the same cannot be said for those dreaming of lakefront living. Searching the internet for direct lakefront homes can be tedious and difficult. The inherent problem is the way […]
Blue Mind: Your Brain on Water
A new York Times best seller, the book “Blue Mind“ is a fascinating study of the emotional, behavioral, psychological and physical connections that keep humans so enchanted with water…you’ll read it once and then come back to it time and again…” ~Washington Post Marine Biologist and Author, Wallace J. Nichols PhD., chronicles the surprising science […]