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For Sellers, Home Improvement, Real Estate
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11 Things To Do Before Listing Your Lake Home

If you haven’t heard it by now, the first impression is the only impression in the world of real estate. And there’s only a tiny window of opportunity to impress potential buyers when selling a lake home. A savvy seller should be prepared to “WOW” prospects within the first 15 seconds of them arriving at the property. Stick to this checklist of things to do before putting your listing on the market, and you’ll build a solid foundation on which to sell your home. Find a Good Real Estate Agent One of the first things you need to do before…
Gardening and Landscaping, Home Interiors & Decor, Lifestyle
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Winter Warriors: Nurturing Your Indoor Plants to Thrive Over the Long Cold Winter

Winter can be harsh for indoor plants, especially for garden enthusiasts who treasure their greenery as part of their serene lakeside retreat. But a few essential plant care tips can help your greenery stay healthy and beautiful all season long. Winter brings shorter days and cooler temperatures that challenge the survival of indoor plants. Ensuring your plant life thrives during this time requires a few strategic adjustments to meet their needs. Reduced sunlight, cooler temperatures, and drier indoor air conditions can task even the most resilient houseplants. Adjusting care routines and selecting the right plants can help create a thriving…
Lifestyle, Recipes
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After Party: Make-Ahead Brunch Recipes to Kickstart the New Year

New Year’s Day at the lake is a perfect time for a relaxed, make-ahead brunch that lets you ease into 2025! It can be a cozy and intimate meal or a celebration surrounded by friends and family. If you’re a lake enthusiast who loves spending time at your retreat over the holidays, you most likely already know how stress-free it can be when you have things prepped and ready before the ball drops. After all, New Year’s Eve is about festivities—staying up late, enjoying the night’s buzz, and perhaps watching fireworks over the water. So why not make the next…
Health and Wellness, Home Improvement, Lifestyle
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Easy Access: Barrier-Free Lake Living

One of the great joys of lake home living is strolling with friends and family to the water’s edge, gazing out at the waves from the side of a pier, and wrapping up the day by watching the sunset. It is a time of bonding and relaxation—special moments that entice many people to purchase a lake home in the first place. Unfortunately, such leisurely recreation is often difficult for the elderly or those with disabilities. It is challenging enough just to navigate the uneven ground between a house and the lake when using a wheelchair or walker. But piers can…
Home Features, Lifestyle
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Artful Approach: A Lake Washington Revamp Honors Artist and Former Owner Alden Mason

It seems almost surreal that an oasis amidst a deep forest sits within the city limits of Seattle. Situated on Lake Washington, the property quietly settles against a gentle creek in the woods near Matthews Beach. Custom crafted for renowned Seattle artist Alden Mason in 1958 by architect Charles A. Marsh Jr. and builder Tom Paulsen, “The Alden Mason House” stands as a true mid-century modern retreat in the heart of the Pacific Northwest.
For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Improvement, Real Estate
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Common Turn-Offs for Lake Home Buyers

Picture this: your listing agent calls you, saying she’s found the perfect buyers to view your home. Your lake house checks all of their boxes and happens to be in their price range, so your agent says she’s on her way to show the property. When they arrive, you watch from the window as they admire your landscaping and fresh coat of paint. How exciting. However, when they walk inside, you see their expressions sour. Suddenly, you realize your listing description failed to mention the dirty windows, the live-in dog, and that litter box smell wafting through the air that you’ve…
Lake Activities, Lifestyle, Outdoor Living
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Lakeside Al Fresco: Tips for Creating the Ultimate Outdoor Dining Experience

Al Fresco Dining – What Is It? Al Fresco dining is not just your average outdoor dining experience. The name al fresco, meaning “In the fresh air,” comes from the Italian language. To put it in simpler terms, the phrase means outdoor dining. The al fresco style is casual and tends to feature simple décor. As the al fresco style is more prominent in the spring and summer months, it’s perfect for the lake lifestyle. So, if you want to turn your backyard into a dreamy al fresco lakeside escape, keep reading! Plan the Menu First and foremost, you will…
Home Features, Lifestyle
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Celebrating Winter Splendor at Camp Stew on Lake Winnipesaukee, NH

Sparkling on the shoreline like a jewel in the snow, this half-acre property in New Hampshire celebrates all the natural splendor that is Lake Winnipesaukee. As the Native American name Winnipesaukee translates to “beautiful water in a high place,” this breathtaking setting undoubtedly befits its description.

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