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 […]
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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 […]
555 Reasons to Love Lakefront Living – Pinterest
Owning lakefront property is an experience that will change your life. 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. “We believe every human being that strives to enrich their lives and the lives of those around […]
Thinking of a Lakefront Vacation Home? …Here’s 4 Tips
If you’re thinking about making an offer on a second home in this market – perhaps a property that’ll become your eventual retirement place – here are four things to keep in mind: 1. Never forget that the key to vacation lakefront homes is location, location, location. Sure, this is a cliché, but that doesn’t […]
Lakefront Home Plans – From Small to Well-appointed
Lakefront home plans span a wide range of design styles, from smaller vacation cottages to sprawling, well-appointed residences. These homes have a “natural” look to them that is enhanced by waterfront settings. Lakefront floor plans also offer excellent views, no matter the size. Depending on the home’s orientation to its best views, large windows may […]
Outdoor Showers For Your Lakefront Home
An outdoor shower can provide convenience as well as relaxation. There are few things more pleasurable, rejuvenating and fun than showering outside in nature. Outdoor showers are perfect for your lakefront home. These practical showers are becoming popular for homes in any New England Lakefront location. Whether coming in from a water-ski adventure or after a […]