Lakeside Escape

This four-season lakeside cottage beautifully marries traditional timber frame architecture with contemporary finishes. The 3,953 sq ft, 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom design is spread over two levels and offers lots of room for this family and their guests. The traditional gabled roof, dormers, partial stone cladding, and window grilles lend the building a traditional form. However, the monochromatic grey of both the roof and the siding, as well as the black metal windows give the home a modern touch.

The lot wasn’t suited for a walkout basement, so the homeowners opted for a two-storey layout, including a fabulous recreational room over the attached 3-car garage, taking the function of a traditional basement. With lots of windows, this light-filled multipurpose room is enjoyed for a myriad of activities including tv watching, pool playing, and working out.

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