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Aerial view of a custom cottage rebuild with mixed stone and dark wood siding, a flagstone patio, and a hot tub set into the landscaped grounds.
June 26th, 2026

Renovate, Rebuild, or Sell: How to Decide What to Do With Your Cottage

Your cottage is showing its age, and now you face a big decision. Do you renovate it, tear it down and rebuild, or sell and move on? This guide walks you through the bones, costs, and trade-offs, so you can choose the right path with confidence.

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Get to know Gilbert + Burke:  A Conversation with Cathy Burke 1
May 10, 2018

Get to know Gilbert + Burke:  A Conversation with Cathy…

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Designing a Custom Home? Start With Your Goals. 2
May 10, 2018

Designing a Custom Home? Start With Your Goals.

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Is it Time for Kitchen Renovations? 3
May 10, 2018

Is it Time for Kitchen Renovations?

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The 8 Most Common Custom Home Delays 4
April 12, 2018

The 8 Most Common Custom Home Delays

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Need A Muskoka Contractor? How To Find The Perfect Fit For Your Southern Ontario Cottage 5
April 5, 2018

Need A Muskoka Contractor? How To Find The Perfect Fit…

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Thinking Of Building A New Home? Let's Discuss Foundations. 6
March 29, 2018

Thinking Of Building A New Home? Let’s Discuss Foundations.

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Should You Join Gilbert + Burke At The First 4-day Spring Cottage Life Show? 7
March 15, 2018

Should You Join Gilbert + Burke At The First 4-day…

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The National Home Show - 5 Reasons to Visit Gilbert & Burke 8
March 8, 2018

The National Home Show – 5 Reasons to Visit Gilbert…

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The Essential Pantry Items For All Southern Ontario Cottagers 9
February 22, 2018

The Essential Pantry Items For All Southern Ontario Cottagers

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