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One reliable local team for your whole property — landscaping, decks, seasonal care, renovations and cottage monitoring. So you can just enjoy your place.
No juggling multiple contractors. From stonework to seasonal clean-ups to keeping an eye on the place while you're away — we handle it.
Custom interlock patios, natural stone retaining walls, walkways, gardens and full property landscaping.
Learn more →Pressure-treated and composite decks, pergolas, privacy fencing and outdoor structures built for our seasons.
Learn more →Spring & fall clean-ups, hedge trimming, wood chipping & splitting, and year-round grounds care.
Learn more →Interior & exterior painting, staining, and practical property improvements that protect and refresh.
Learn more →Scheduled check-ins, photo updates, climate & freeze monitoring and after-hours response while you're away.
Learn more →Tell us about your property and we'll put together a free, no-pressure plan and quote.
Get a free quote →Working with us is refreshingly straightforward — the way it should be.
A quick call or the quote form — tell us about your property and what you have in mind.
We listen to what you want and send a clear, free quote — no pressure.
On time, done right, and we keep you in the loop the whole way through.
Sit back and enjoy your cottage or home. We can keep looking after it year-round.
Founded by Dan Bruton, we pair genuine trade skill with the kind of communication you wish every contractor had. We don't just do the work — we listen, keep you informed, and make sure you're happy with the result.
Based in Lakefield, looking after properties from Peterborough to Apsley since 2009.
One trusted team instead of coordinating five different contractors.
On time, work done properly, and you're kept informed every step.
Operating professionally since day one — you and our crew are protected.
Regular check-ins, photo updates, climate monitoring and after-hours response — so you can leave the lake knowing someone trustworthy is looking out for your property.
From stonework and decks to seasonal clean-ups and renovations across the Kawarthas.
For over 15 years, big project or small, we've built relationships on quality work and showing up.
"I had several quotes but Dan was the only one that listened to what I wanted and exceeded my expectations. I can't say enough nice things about Dan and his team."
"We were so happy when we arrived at our cottage to see the work. It brought tears to our eyes — it was as if we'd won an HGTV makeover. It looked absolutely amazing."
"Dan is multi-talented and any job he takes on is finished to our complete satisfaction. We're completely comfortable having Cottage Life Care in our home unsupervised."
Tell us what your property needs. We'll get back to you with a free, no-pressure quote — usually within one business day.