Thursday, July 24, 2008

First, You Buy a Lot



Written April 21. 2007 in Neil and Barb's Cottage Project

Now Its Official - Proud New Owners. Yesterday, April 20, 2007, We finally signed the papers and handed over the big fat cheque to become the owners of the 1.5 acre waterfront property an hour and a half north west of Ottawa. This blog will share all the exciting developments on our big adventure.



Here we are pictured last summer in front of what is now our quiet wilderness retreat, for now only known as lot 30, until we come up with a name. Send your suggestions for a name by using the comments feature.

Here are some more pics to help you get a feel for the natural charm of the place that enticed us to take the big step.











This was taken from the middle of the lot looking towards the lake. The lot is unusually flat for the area and slopes gently near the water.








Early in the morning, here is the view from the shore of lot 30, looking west! Not bad eh?

This was taken in August 2006 when good friends Tom and Joy came up for a day and brought their tandem kayak. This sand bar, about a 15 minute paddle from lot 30, is one of four or five natural beaches around the lake.





About three kilometers before arriving at lot 30, you cross the Picanoc river. This was taken from the bridge.

NEXT:Stay tuned for the fascinating history, starting with Neil's canoe trip in 1998, and the fond memories that are already in the books.

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