Trusted property care, done right
One reliable local team for your whole property — landscaping, decks, seasonal care, renovations and cottage monitoring. So you can just enjoy your place.
Everything your property needs, handled
No juggling multiple contractors. From stonework to seasonal clean-ups to keeping an eye on the place while you're away — we handle it.
Landscaping & Stonework
Custom interlock patios, natural stone retaining walls, walkways, gardens and full property landscaping.
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Decks, Fencing & Pergolas
Pressure-treated and composite decks, pergolas, privacy fencing and outdoor structures built for our seasons.
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Seasonal Property Care
Spring & fall clean-ups, hedge trimming, wood chipping & splitting, and year-round grounds care.
Learn more →Painting & Renovations
Interior & exterior painting, staining, and practical property improvements that protect and refresh.
Learn more →Cottage & Property Monitoring
Scheduled check-ins, photo updates, climate & freeze monitoring and after-hours response while you're away.
Learn more →Not sure where to start?
Tell us about your property and we'll put together a free, no-pressure plan and quote.
Get a free quote →Simple, clear, and on your schedule
Working with us is refreshingly straightforward — the way it should be.
Tell us what you need
A quick call, a text, or the quote form — whatever's easiest. Photos help.
We come see the site
We listen to what you want and send a clear, free quote — no pressure.
On time, as quoted
A tidy site, steady progress, and you're never left wondering where things stand.
Enjoy your place
Sit back and enjoy your cottage or home. We can keep looking after it year-round.
Hands-on expertise, real customer service
Founded by Dan Bruton, we pair real trade skill with the kind of communication you wish every contractor had — and we make sure you're happy with the result.
Genuinely local
Based in Lakefield, with most of our work within half an hour of home — Peterborough to Apsley.
One company for everything
One trusted team instead of coordinating five different contractors.
We show up & communicate
On time, work done properly, and you're kept informed every step.
Insured & WSIB covered
Operating professionally since day one — you and our crew are protected.
Reliable eyes on your place while you're away
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.
- ✓ Scheduled check-ins on your timeline
- ✓ Photo updates after every visit
- ✓ Climate & freeze monitoring through winter
- ✓ Storm checks & after-hours response
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A look at our recent work
From stonework and decks to seasonal clean-ups and renovations across the Kawarthas.
Trusted by Kawartha property owners
Big project or small, we've built our name 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."
Ready to enjoy your property again?
Tell us what your property needs. We'll reply within one business day to talk it through and set up the next step — no pressure, no obligation.