Kashagawigamog I
Haliburton, Ontatio
1,500 sq. ft.
Project Overview
Lakefront Home
Property Details
- Lakefront custom retirement home
- 1,500 sq. ft. of comfortable, main-level living
- 4 bedrooms for family and guests
- Attached garage for everyday convenience
- Bright screened porch overlooking the water
- Great room with stone fireplace and mantle
- Warm pine walls and ceiling detailing
- Designed for easy living with a relaxed cottage feel
Project Overview
This custom retirement home was designed to offer the perfect balance between everyday comfort and lakeside relaxation. With a manageable footprint and space for visiting family, the home supports both quiet day-to-day living and meaningful time spent with loved ones. Natural materials and a strong connection to the outdoors create a setting that feels calm, welcoming, and timeless.
The Approach
Our approach focused on simplicity, comfort, and long-term livability. The layout was designed for ease of movement and main-floor living, while still providing additional bedrooms for guests. Warm pine finishes and a central stone fireplace bring character and coziness, while the screened porch was positioned to take full advantage of peaceful water views.
The Outcome
The result is a home that feels both practical and special—a place where daily routines are easy, and relaxation comes naturally. The great room offers a warm and inviting hub, while the screened porch provides a quiet escape to enjoy the lake. This home delivers the best of both worlds: the functionality of a retirement home with the charm of a cottage.
Cedar Winds Detail
Cedar Winds approached this project with a focus on thoughtful, lifestyle-driven design—ensuring the home would remain comfortable and functional for years to come. By combining natural materials, efficient planning, and strong indoor-outdoor connections, we created a space that feels effortless, enduring, and perfectly suited to lakeside living.

