Ringing in 2020 at the Cottage
(Published on - 12/10/2019 5:19:27 PM)
Celebrating New Year’s Eve at the cottage is a great time to make some lasting memories. The quiet stillness of your surroundings blanketed in snow and the cozy warmth of the cottage all offer the perfect atmosphere for a celebration you won’t forget. Rob Heming has some great ideas to say goodbye to the old and hello to the new decade in his latest blog.
- Star-gazing. Being out of the city and away from artificial light can provide you with a perfect opportunity to see the night sky in all its splendour. Grab a lawn chair, some warm blankets and a hot drink and see how many constellations you can find.
- Go old school. Put away the electronic devices and drag out the board games. Why not rewind to the good old days and play charades, do crafts, have a singalong or tell stories.
- Make cottage resolutions. Make a list of all the things you want to do in and around the cottage during the coming year… not just a honey-do list, but activities and excursions as well!
- Build a fire. Whether it’s in the fireplace or a raging outdoor bonfire, the gentle glow of a fire and some toasted treats are always a crowd-pleaser
- Go for a walk. A midnight walk is a great tradition. Dress warm, grab a flashlight and a thermos and head out for the first stroll of the new decade!
- Fireworks over the lake. Set off some fireworks and watch the sky and the snow around you light up with colour.
- Go bird watching. The winter months offer a different variety of birds to see so take some binoculars and head out for a walk with the family and see how many different types you can find. With the lack of leaf coverage in the trees, they are a lot easier to spot
- Plan a New Year’s Day breakfast. Pull out all the stops and have a big breakfast with all the trimmings. Potluck, buffet, leftovers, or classic bacon and eggs .. the choice is yours!
Make sure you pack all the provisions you will need for your time at the cottage, plus a little extra in case you get snowed in. Be sure to check the local by-laws regarding open fires and fireworks. With a little planning and some creativity, celebrating the New Year at the cottage could become a tradition you continue for years to come!
Rob Heming at Realty Executives on the Bay
specializes in tourism accommodation, recreational and multi-residential properties,
as well as fine homes and waterfront cottages.
