Welcome to our “cottage” – our little 1970s ranch situated on a small lake in southern Wisconsin. Time has stood still for the last 40 years, that is until I got my hands on it. I’ve been working tirelessly (and making my husband and dad pitch in) to refresh this place into a clean, cozy lake house getaway, all on a very tight budget. Come in, wipe the sand off your feet, and stay awhile!
The Before Pics
Exterior
Front door
View from the kitchen
Blast from the Past
Kitchen/Dining
Dining side of kitchen
Looking into living room
Main bathroom
Main bathroom
“Master” bedroom
“Master” bedroom
“Master” bathroom
2nd Bedroom
2nd Bedroom
Sun room/porch
Making Progress
Goodbye Packer Green!
New Front “Deck”
New (to us) French Doors
Open Kitchen/Dining/Living Room
$500 Kitchen Refresh
Living Room
Main Bathroom Remodel
Main Bedroom
Half Bath
Guest Bedroom
Sun Room/Porch
Room Reveals
Bathroom Remodel on a Budget with Reclaimed Materials
$500 Kitchen Refresh
Bonus Room
Cottage Projects
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