Cayman Marshall International Luxury & Lifestyle - December 2021

New Year, New Look 2022 DESIGN TRENDS

DECEMBER 2021

THE CUTTER’S EDGE BALANCING ACT

WITH KORTNEY WILSON & KENNY BRAIN

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A NOTE FROM THE EDITORS

Todd Adair*

President Sales Representative

With our December digital issue, we bring another year in Muskoka to a close. And what a year it’s been! We set some new sales records in the Cayman Marshall offices, and at this point it looks like 2022 may be bigger and better than ever.

a surprisingly intimate portrait of how recent professional and personal changes in her life helped her pull it all together in the new season of “Making It Home,” and the instant on-screen chemistry she found with new cohost Kenny Brain.

But for now, the woods and waters all around us are sleeping under a pristine blanket of snow, dreaming of spring. With that in mind, the idea of “dreams” runs all through our December issue.

Muskoka, of course, is as much about the outside as the interiors of our lakeside homes.

Our resident forestry expert, Tim Winegard of Muskoka Tree Solutions, offers a fascinating insight into the different kinds of forests in the region, and how to care for the woods around your own cottage. And if you’re dreaming of upgrading your landscaping when the warm weather returns, check out the great ideas from Muskoka Landscapers, also in this issue.

Have you been dreaming about giving your home a makeover – or even just updating?

Check out “New Year, New Look,” for everything you need to create your 2022 look. And in “The Balancing Act,” the design experts at The Cutter’s Edge in Huntsville show you exactly how to put it all together.

Speaking of putting it all together, in our cover story, HGTV host Kortney Wilson gives

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Once again, my thanks to the team for another great issue, and from all of us at Cayman Marshall, may the very best of your winter dreams come true. See you in 2022!

Some months will strike a sentimental chord in your heart. You and I may share that note in December. While mother nature begins to harness her lake-freezing powers, I always think of my “Pa”, the late NHL’r, Keith McCreary, who helped me wobble down the frozen path for the first time at the age of two.

To our editorial team, Kallan, Lauren, and Kelsey thank you very much for your warm and helpful hands in welcoming me into this wonderful Cayman Marshall culture. You’re all very talented and you've made this transition an amazing experience. I’m so lucky to work with you all.

Decades, strides, and slap shots later, it’s my absolute honour to be introducing myself to you for the first time as an Editor of our prized Cayman Marshall Magazine. And, with this new opportunity, I have so much gratitude to express.

To You, our beloved reader, thank you for all of your support over the years. We wouldn’t be here today if it weren’t for you - especially now that we have added our West GTA magazine to the lineup.

To the Adairs, I can’t thank you enough for instilling your confidence in me to care for such an important component of the Cayman Marshall identity. If I could bottle my emotions, only then would you understand what this opportunity means to me. Thank you.

You can be sure both North and South editions will continue to offer the great stories, photography, and commentary that you have already come to know. Happy holidays! I wish nothing but the best for you and your family in 2022!

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DECEMBER 2021 EDITORS Todd Adair* Kallan Koch Lauren Lowe JD Sterne ART DIRECTOR Kelsey Kennerell GRAPHIC DESIGNER Cathryn Haynes PHOTOGRAPHERS Andre Carriere Peter Esteves Kallan Koch Micheal Muraz Mark Wilson ADVERTISING SALES Kallan Koch JD Sterne CONTRIBUTORS Todd Adair* Martha Uniacke Breen Brooke Madden Meredith Parsons Charlie Vanderpol* Tim Winegard Published in Canada FOR ADVERTISING INQUIRIES PLEASE EMAIL info@caymanmarshall.com caymanmarshallmagazine.ca

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All square footages are approximate.

Some square footages include living space in the lower level. Information is subject to errors and omissions. Not intended to solicit properties currently for sale.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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THE BALANCING ACT with The Cutter's Edge

COVER STORY

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HGTV CANADA'S MAKING IT HOME

with Kortney Wilson & Kenny Brain

IN THIS ISSUE 8

EC S C O F F E E

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N E W Y E A R , N E W LO O K

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Coffee Bar Upgrades

30 M U S KO K A L A N D S CA P E R S

Creating the Perfect Finishing Touch

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N U RT U R I N G N AT U R E

Your Guide to Muskoka Forest Management

REAL ESTATE 39

R E N TA L L I ST I N G S

2022 Design Trends

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M U S KO K A L I ST I N G S

T H E B A L A N C I N G ACT

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GET IN THE KNOW

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A look at what’s trending in 2022 with Cassis Design Studio’s senior designer, Meredith Parsons.

Looking towards a new year is always empowering. It’s a time of fresh starts, ambitious goal-setting, and re-invention.

But the invigoration one feels when the clock strikes 12 does not have to be limited to personal development.

As you look ahead to the start of 2022, it’s also the perfect chance to re-invent your space. New style trends appear each year, of course, but this year’s emerging design trends truly offer something for everyone. According to Cassis Design Studio senior designer Meredith Parsons, whether you’re

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looking to design a space from scratch and strive to keep up with what’s trending, or re-inventing and refreshing a space that you’ve already made your own, 2022’s looks are timeless, and sure to give your home the elevated touches it needs this year.

Parsons starts by taking a high-altitude look at the three main categories of design – traditional, transitional, and modern – and the new developments happening with each in 2022. She then zeroes in on how to make these general styles reflect your own individual style.

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METAL FURNITURE WITH CLEAN LINES AND LEATHER ACCENTS Wharton Stool featured by LD Shoppe

WOOD STAINED PIECES WITH BRASS ACCENTS AND DETAILS Essex Coffee Table featured by ELTE GEOMETRIC PATTERNS Zipporah Pillow featured by Tonic Living

MODERN With its sleek, clean elements, a modern-style home “emphasizes function and is streamlined,” Meredith notes. This year, modern homes can be enhanced with leathers, modern cuts of marble and other precious stones.

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TRADITIONAL

TRADITIONAL STYLE PATTERNS Nantucket Plaid Pillow featured by Tonic Living

One of the prime trends in the past few years has been traditional farmhouse style. Meredith observes that though this trend is beautiful and supremely comfortable to live with, it doesn’t always suit the architecture of every home. So how do you achieve a traditional farmhouse feeling even in a modern-day house? Here are some tips.

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TRANSITIONAL Borrowing elements of design from both modern and traditional styles, transitional spaces are widely popular among young and growing families.

Known for utilizing materials that are durable and forgiving, yet still look sleek, transitional homes in 2022 successfully merge modernity (clean, straight lines) with traditional elements.

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SHAPES AND TEXTURE Rafael Throw Blanket featured

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GOLD FRAMED LIGHT FIXTURE WITH MODERN LINES AND UPHOLSTERED SHADE Kyle Pendant featured

by LD Shoppe

SLEEK TRAYS Daina XL Rect Tray Set featured by ELTE

WHITE CHAIR FRAME WITH UPHOLSTERED SEAT AND BACK Lannister Counter Stool featured by Elizabeth Interiors

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THE BALANCING ACT

BY BROOKE MADDEN

Robin from The Cutter’s Edge tells us everything we need to know about achieving this popular design trend.

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Robin from The Cutters Edge, a local interior design business and showroom, recently sat down with us to discuss the fine art of incorporating multiple styles into your home design while still achieving a clean, cohesive look that satisfies both you and your partner. Robin took us through the entire process of creating the unique and specific trend she calls “The Balancing Act.” “It is so important to start with a vision – to first identify the 18 DECEMBER 2021 ■

key elements of the design and capture the overall feel for the space, before introducing multiple styles,” she explains. “All great designs share the successful balance of three elements function, cost and design.”

The Cutter’s Edge aptly believes in functionality as well as aesthetics; Robin and her team always begin the design process by determining how clients use their space, and what the specific needs of the household are. “We strive to create a product that is a timeless investment, which will long surpass its use in the client’s generation,” she says.

With everlasting quality as well as the client’s aesthetic preferences in mind, The Cutter’s Edge begins designing unique pieces that will elevate the space and still successfully balance and blend everyone’s stylistic wants.

Although she points out that it’s a complicated process, the key to success is simple: finding similarities! Whether colour, wood tones, lines and scale,

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reating the perfect space for you and your family to call home can be an intimidating prospect. Often clients are looking to combine multiple styles, and it’s challenging to do so successfully. If you enjoy mid-century modern, but your partner adores traditional, designing your home to accommodate both can feel unattainable. Without a keen eye, and a thorough understanding of how to blend styles together, achieving a cohesive look is a difficult venture.

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ALL GREAT DESIGNS SHARE THE SUCCESSFUL BALANCE OF 3 ELEMENTS:

FUNCTION, COST AND DESIGN.

small similarities like these help layer styles together to achieve a successful Balancing Act. You will notice that in this home, though each space includes multiple stylistic elements, each is married with commonalities that keep the design cohesive and aesthetically satisfying.

“Often clients will have an affinity towards certain pieces that aren’t an obvious design match, so we need to find the element of tying the pieces in,” says Robin.

with colours that are compatible and consistent. For example, the right rug can pull the warm tones of a worn leather sofa together with a more modern, clean-lined accent chair. “It’s important for us to find a common thread between our pieces to allow everything to flow together,” says Robin.

“Enter Knoxville Grey!” she says, enthusiastically. “We fell in love with this colour and knew it would be the element that would carry through our design to create a dimensional but cohesive look.”

One of the most important factors that influences the

Working with juxtaposed elements that differ in design

success of The Balancing Act is utilizing coordinating colours. “The most fluid way to create harmony while merging interior design styles is to use complementary colours throughout every room.

We suggest a limit of three different colours for your overall colour scheme.”

style yet share similar qualities is part of what makes a space interesting, dynamic, special, and truly yours. “Trends come and go, but at the heart of a great design, are timeless qualities of simple proportion and beauty,” Robin concludes.

While the rule of three is not steadfast, it’s easier to blend different styles when working

There’s something special about The Balancing Act; it’s truly what you (with a little help from The Cutter’s Edge) make it.

IT IS SO IMPORTANT TO START WITH A

VISION.

Simplistic style and beautiful craftsmanship give the Port Carling Collection the warm appeal of a modernized approach to an otherwise traditionally viewed design.

Made from solid maple wood, this collection offers an understated silhouette, and is paired with a contrasting night table in Benjamin Moore’s Silver Satin (OC-26).

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ADD ACCENTS TO COMPLEMENT YOUR DESIGN.

THE ART OF MIXING STYLES Create Your Vision At the heart of your design must be your vision. Before introducing multiple styles, determine what you’d like your space to feel like.

What will it be used for? Will it be a warm and welcoming family space, or a sleek, professional office area?

Identify which key elements you’d like in your design. For example, the vision for this bedroom (page 39) was whimsical and playful, which allowed the designer to utilize a chandelier and artwork to achieve the client’s vision, softening it with clean millwork lines and simple bedding.

Find Common Threads Utilize common wood tones, colours, and lines to bring your space

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together. In this home, you’ll notice a custom-built, triple diamond mirror against the backdrop of a Knoxville Grey [Benjamin Moore HC-160] accent wall. The mirror seen here complements the triple beams in the coffered ceiling of the great room, and similar wood tones can be seen in different elements throughout the home.

Create Harmony Similar, reoccurring colours in your space will help to harmonize each stylistic element. Knoxville Grey was the colour of choice in this home.

It can be seen as an accent wall in multiple rooms through the home, and creates a feeling of cohesion and aesthetic togetherness.

Finishing Touches Add accents to complement your design and tie it all together by using items like throw pillows or blankets. The cognac leather cushions seen in this home draw out the warmth of the wood tones in the beams and coffee table.

Making It Strong, Making It Hers,

Kortney Wilson’s story of making it through the last two years, while Making It Home with all new co-host Kenny Brain.

By Brooke Madden

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hen the clock struck 12 on January 1st, 2020, I don’t think any of us could have anticipated what was to come. Surrounded by loved ones in a packed bar (remember those?), champagne in hand, I know I definitely couldn’t’ve. While 2020/2021 was a seemingly ludicrous time for us all, one of its silver linings, or rather, a little gift it gave us, was forcing us to find strength under unpredictable circumstances. Re-evaluating our lives, our priorities, and ourselves, and oftentimes, experiencing growth because of that. Recently, I had the opportunity to speak

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with a quintessential representative of taking the hard times, and thriving in spite of them; experiencing dark, low points, yet never admitting defeat. Emblematic of personal growth, strength, creativity, authenticity, and love, Kortney Wilson’s last couple of years show us all what a truly brave, courageous woman looks like in times of uncertainty.

What started as an interview with the HGTV Canada star about her show, Making it Home with Kortney & Kenny, turned in to a real conversation about love, isolation, and new beginnings. Not only is Making it Home with Kortney & Kenny a show I’m excited

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ABOUT

Kortney K

ortney Wilson is the co-host and lead designer of HGTV’s Making It Home with Kortney & Kenny and the Canadian Screen Awards-nominated Masters of Flip. Known for bringing her creative vision to each renovation, Kortney isn’t afraid to go bold with her design choices and transform a space from unremarkable to inspirational.

Originally from Sudbury, Ontario, Kortney moved to Nashville, Tennessee in her late teens with a record deal soon in hand. Her storybook entrance into country music became a search for a different creative and entrepreneurial outlet; however, as she started a family, she became drawn to interior design. Short on cash, Kortney started teaching herself through online guides and magazines as she worked toward her real estate license. Shortly after, she started an award-winning real estate team and incorporated her passion for interior design into flipping and restoring run-down homes.

Now 15 years in, Kortney has flipped over 150 houses and has been a leading force in revitalizing East Nashville into the hugely desirable neighbourhood it is today. She credits her success as a Realtor, TV host, author, and entrepreneur—she’s also the creator of home décor line Kort & Co.—to her biggest accomplishment: being a mom to three children and learning to juggle life one day at a time.

to see for her iconic designs, and new charismatic co-host and Big Brother Canada star Kenny’s carpentry skills, but it’s a show that represents change, growth, and above all, finding the strength to keep going.

“I’ve gone through a lot of personal stuff over the last couple of years, so it’s exciting to be back to work, and it’s also a fresh start, with a new host and he’s amazing.”

– Kortney

“I’ve gone through a lot of personal stuff over the last couple of years, so it’s exciting to be back to work, and it’s also a fresh start, with a new host and he’s amazing,” Wilson discloses.

When Kortney started the second season of Making It Home, she knew things were going to be a little different this time around.

With a new co-host by her side, Kortney was initially apprehensive about the transition. “I was a little nervous about getting to know my new co-host. I’ve been on screen with Dave for many, many years and I know that’s always the elephant in the room when we’re discussing the show, but the reality is, it was time to move on for both of us. But it

made me sad. I was wondering if I could have a chemistry with anyone else on camera, because I’d never had a co-host other than Dave,” she admits.

After their divorce in mid-2020, Kortney set off to find a new screen partner that would not only complement her design prowess on the job site, but complement her personal energy on camera. And she feels so grateful to have found Kenny to be just that. “I definitely connect with him like a sibling, we push back on each other in a way that is healthy and fun!” Wilson says. “He’s so funny – he’s absolutely darling, and we have such a great banter. Behind the scenes, he and I would just mess around and sing Barbra Streisand in the car. We would save all the design talk for screen so everything was super authentic,” she adds. Not only is their personal relationship a highlight of filming for Kortney, but the new energy Kenny adds to the show genuinely benefits Kortney’s design vision as well. “Being able to see everything

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fresh through his eyes, things I have been doing for years, was a gift. It rejuvenated me and revived this whole experience,” Kortney shares.

As a longtime lover of HGTV Canada and Kortney Wilson’s work, I needed to know what we could expect this season. As per titular suggestion, Kortney and Kenny work with couples to turn their houses into homes.

“When people have gotten in over their heads, or dreamed of doing a certain renovation and can’t quite get there, or can’t agree on things within the couple, they ask for our help. We transform their homes for them,” explains Kortney. “First and foremost my goal is always to appease the client,” the designer clarifies, but Making it Home has other goals in mind too. Kortney wants to reach a very broad audience of people who are dreamers. "People who go on Pinterest and go online and think they can’t turn it into something - I want them to understand that design is not rocket science. Any design that you make can be changed. People have this fear of ‘Oh my God, what if I get it wrong?’ and my answer is always ‘So what if you get it wrong!’, try something else! We’re talking about paint. The fear needs to go away. I really do believe that - even if you don’t have “Being able to see the vision that I have,” everything fresh Kortney emphasizes. through his eyes, things The designer is excited for her show I have been doing for to influence the way years, was a gift. It people approach rejuvenated me and home design. “There revived this whole are all of these shows experience.” out here now that show you exactly what to do. Take one of the designs that you love and apply it. If you love one of the designs that we did this season with white walls, baskets on the wall, and blue cabinets, go for it! Use that! I want people to allow themselves to dream,” expresses Kortney.

– Kortney

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ABOUT

Kenny K

enny Brain of Making It Home with Kortney & Kenny is a Canadian-born general contractor and carpenter proudly hailing from Grand Falls – Windsor, Newfoundland. A former fashion model, Kenny is best known for his role as a houseguest on Season 2 of the Global TV reality competition series, Big Brother Canada. Since appearing on the show, Kenny set his sights on a career in residential and commercial renovations, spending the past decade skillfully transforming properties in Vancouver, B.C., Nashville, TN, and Toronto, ON. Kenny’s "go big or go home" mentality has served him well and he welcomes every new opportunity with a big heart and an innate sense of humour. His passion for carpentry and renovation was sparked in his early twenties after helping some friends renovate their home and cabin and, once he got a taste for transforming spaces, he couldn’t let that creative outlet go. With his business degree in tow, Kenny went to trade school to become a carpenter. He approaches his projects with a creative flair and skill that brings innovation and comfort into every space.

After long days on the job site, Kenny loves spending time with his dog and exploring the remote Canadian wilderness. Whether he’s in his beloved fishing lodge in the centre of Newfoundland or on a rooftop terrace in the heart of Montreal, home for Kenny is wherever there is creativity, big laughs and music you can dance to.

While aesthetic dreams and client vision are at the heart of the designs we can expect this season, Kortney is also sure to apply her years of real estate expertise to ensure her clients are making a solid investment with their renovation. Spending a large portion of her career flipping houses for profit, Kortney knows creating a home for a specific client requires a different approach. “I was able to take a lot of big chances and risks with my choices when flipping,” Kortney says.

Whereas renovating homes for a specific client can be “risky business, because eventually I’m going to hand the home back over, and they’re going to have to live in it,” she says. “As a Realtor, I do have a different perspective, because I want to maximize their investment,” Kortney explains. “Though I want their [home owners’] personalities to shine through, I have to balance it. If they want pink polka dots, maybe I don’t put pink polka dots on every surface all over the house. If they eventually want to sell the house, I need to know the home is going to appeal to the masses,” she continues.

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Though Kortney is an acclaimed expert and utilizes those skills throughout the show, fresh-faced Kenny isn’t afraid to contradict her opinions...which she appreciates! And let’s be honest, we the viewers love a little playful banter as well. Laughing at my implication that the co-hosts seemed in sync on set, Kortney clarifies, “Oh, we’re often not on the same page!” ...which makes this HGTV Canada fanatic so intrigued to find out more. “That’s actually one of the reasons he stood out in casting,” Kortney discloses, “When the production asked him ‘What do you love about Kortney Wilson?’ he replied, ‘I mean...I like some of her stuff...’” she explains, laughing. All this to say, I think the fresh dynamic on season two of Making It Home is going to be even more engaging than the original duo we’ve seen year after year on HGTV Canada.

“The reality is, things change, and things evolve, and it doesn’t mean that you forget your past, it doesn’t mean that you don’t recognize it, but it does force you to

“There are all of these shows out here now that show you exactly what to do. Take one of the designs that you love and apply it.”

– Kortney

embrace the future. So from that perspective, having the show come out now is part of the healing process.

And I’m not going to say it’s always easy.

Healing sometimes is hard.” Kortney shares, vulnerably.

The last year or so has been difficult for us all, but watching brave women like Kortney in the public eye, sharing their stories, can help us all feel a little less alone.

Wilson wants us to know that, “just because I’m on TV doesn’t mean that I don’t go home and cry, or listen to a song and it reminds me of something emotional, or that I don’t get nervous about going to set for the first time with somebody new; these are all real emotions.”

To my fellow creators, dreamers, HGTV Canada fans, or anyone who has felt a little bit alone during this time, I invite you to support, engage with, and listen to stories like Kortney’s. Be inspired as she picks herself up, creates a new start, works her butt off, and changes the lives of her clients for the better. Because if any one can make a house a home, it’s someone who has, in spite of it all, finally found her own - in herself, in her kids, and in her passions.

Catch up on episodes of Making It Home with Kortney & Kenny on StackTV. Follow: @allthingskortneywilson @kennybrain

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Creating the Perfect Finishing Touch:

MUSKOKA LANDSCAPERS

By Martha Uniacke Breen

The lap pool is just four feet deep, making it suitable for water polo or other sports, but still deep enough for exercise or leisure swimming.

An infinity edge makes for a romantic view against the forest backdrop. As the water spills into the trough, it creates a soothing trickling sound by the firepit seating area below.

Outdoor kitchen with all the trimmings including built-in barbecue.

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The stone terrace surrounding the pool features a special glazed coating that gives it a wet look, contrasting with the natural granite outcrops on the property.

Shallow first level, known as a Baja shelf, at 9” deep is perfect for toddlers, putting a lounge chair in the water, or just dipping your toes.

Cabana on lake side of pool area features doors that open completely, turning it into a covered verandah with a comfy wraparound sofa and TV – great for sheltering from rain or sun!

A granite outcropping lines the way to an upper level sportscourt.

The bedrock creates a natural backboard for basketball, hockey and skateboarding.

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here’s no question that Kevin Scott and the team at Muskoka Landscapers have all the expertise that comes with a decade and a half of landscaping and beautifying cottage properties all over the Muskoka area. But what adds the extra difference is that Kevin’s a Muskoka native—he grew up in Port Sydney. So a natural affinity for landscapes that capture the essence of the region is built in to everything the company does.

Muskoka Landscapers offers full turn-key landscaping services, specializing in lakefront properties. The company’s expertise includes technical hardscaping – pools, saunas, sports courts, outdoor kitchens, hot tubs and other outdoor structures – but they’re equally adept at the finer touches that make outdoor spaces comfortable and beautiful: lighting, audio solutions, and of course, complete garden design, landscaping, and tree planting services.

Here, Kevin takes us on a “virtual tour” of a recent Muskoka Landscapers project (part of a whole-cottage project designed by architect Wayne Swadron and built by Muskoka Lakes Contracting). In this design, the team worked with the classic granite outcrops and natural slope of the site to create a multi-level space that allows for a variety of fun family activities, while still honouring the natural setting.

Wide lawn for lawn bowling, Red Rover, and other games.

Playground setup for younger kids.

Storage building finished to match other outbuildings and the cottage, for storing sports and out-of-season equipment, ATVs, pool noodles, etc.

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Nurturing Nature: Your Guide to Muskoka Forest Management

By Tim Winegard The trees around your home or cottage can help paint a picture of how past glacial activity, historic land-use practices, and time have worked to shape the landscape and forests of the region. By better understanding the processes that have influenced our cottage community forests, we can make informed decisions that work to maximize their health and longevity while minimizing their management expense and risk.

Here at the southern end of the Canadian Shield, glaciers scraped the surface down to bedrock, leaving behind a uneven layer of nutrient-poor soil.

The first species relied on wind-dispersed seeds, like eastern white birch and poplar, to colonize the land. Pioneer forests are short-lived, and as shade levels increase, leaf-litter and woody debris build up the soil, providing the necessary growing conditions for more shade-tolerant species, like pine, oak and cherry. These mid-tolerant species rely more on birds and mammals to disperse their seeds great distances.

Pine and oak are well adapted to growing in thin rocky and sandy soils, and tolerate mid-scale fire events, and formed the primary forest in much of the region. They also proliferated due to Indigenous land management efforts, which utilized controlled burning to create habitat for wild game, and to promote harvestable food crops.

As shade levels increased and growing conditions shifted, shade-tolerant forest combinations of

Pine

sugar and red maple, yellow birch, beech, and hemlock began to rise. Less firetolerant than pine and oak, they tend to dominate areas of deeper, wetter soil by creating heavily shaded under-stories that promote the regeneration of more shade-tolerant species.

MID-TOLERANT FORESTS Our cottages or homes may exist within a forest type anywhere along this spectrum of pioneer, mid-tolerant or full-shade tolerant species. How you plan for long-term forest succession and management will vary depending on the forest type and species combinations present on your property.

PIONEER FORESTS Areas of Muskoka that were more recently farmland or cleared land may have large numbers of white birch and poplar. These species are fast growing, exhibit significant branch die-off as they age, and are prone to insect stress and seasonal storm damage. Fast-growing poplar and aspen trees are disposed to imperfections in their growth which often lead to frost cracking, branch failures, and fungal infection.

In this forest type, the near-term recommendation is for proactive management of these species through pruning and thinning. The long-term recommendation is to gradually establish more robust, longer-lived species such as sapling black cherry, red oak, pine, maples, spruce, yellow birch etc.

Oak Pine and oak are the more common trees within this forest type. These species can produce a lot of deadwood in the canopy. The best course of action in the near-term is removing lower tiers of dead branches, and ensuring that mature trees are provided the necessary space for healthy growth. In pine and oak forests, it is important to remove large branches that have been storm damaged or that rub the trunk of an adjacent tree to prevent bark loss and subsequent fungal infection, as they may be hazardous to parking areas or the cottage itself.

In the long-term it is important to promote the establishment of the next generation by thinning out more shadetolerant species in the understory or individuals with poor growth forms. Midtolerant species need sun on the forest floor to germinate and grow. Mature trees with almost full canopy spacing truly reach a spectacular old age. For trees adjacent to the cottage, long-term pruning plans can also help shift the lean of the tree away from the cottage and allow us to keep important shade or privacy trees close to the cottage without posing significant risk.

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Shade-tolerant forests now dominate many areas of Muskoka, as a result of historic harvesting of competing species like pine and oak, as well as the reduction in midscale forest fire events for which they are poorly adapted. Managing dead wood in the canopy, removing limbs with poor attachments to the tree trunk, and selecting for the best growth forms to promote are all important ways to promote the long-term health of these species.

Long-term planning in these forests will also depend on the shade-tolerant species present. Balsam fir are not particularly longlived species, and can pose a threat when left too close to infrastructure. Balsam fir is important for providing habitat for wildlife, but allowing maple or yellow birch to grow more broadly will ensure

longevity in the trees you have selected to keep. Eastern hemlock are a beautiful and long-lived species in the region. However, it is important to monitor them for signs of storm damage, and insect activity.

Hemlock’s long and broad branches make the trees prone to wind and snow loading, which will often lead to the failure of large mature trees. Managing the branch density and reach over the cottage is important for mitigating risk from these species.

Ultimately, developing an adaptive management plan is an important way to promote the health of your trees, while minimizing risks to people and property. By working with professional arborist services like Muskoka Tree Solutions, you can ensure that you are making informed management decisions based on the latest science from wildlife and forestry professionals.

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developing an adaptive management plan is an important way to promote the health of your trees, while minimizing risks to people and property

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CUNNINGTON RETREAT, 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS – LAKE OF BAYS

$10,000/WEEK

LAKE ROSSEAU RENTAL, 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU

$14,000/WEEK

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KAHSHE LAKE PARADISE, 6 BEDROOMS, 3+1 BATHS – KAHSHE LAKE

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ROCKLEA TIMBER DREAM, SOUTH EXPOSURE, 5 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS – PARRY SOUND

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FAMILY COTTAGE, 6 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS – LAKE MUSKOKA

$16,000/WEEK

GREENWOOD COTTAGE, 4 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS – LAKE MUSKOKA

$16,000/WEEK

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MUSKOKA COTTAGE ON PRIVATE LAKE, 3 BEDROOMS, 3.5 BATHS – COOPER LAKE

$20,000/WEEK

BEL AIR OF MUSKOKA, SOUTHWEST EXPOSURE, 8 BEDROOMS, 6 BATHS – LAKE OF BAYS

$20,000/WEEK

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4 SEASON COTTAGE, 4 BEDROOMS, 2.5 BATHS – LAKE MUSKOKA

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$20,000/WEEK

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Pull open the 10' high sliders to take in the tranquil sound and scenery of the ocean or to enjoy a refreshing dip in the private pool. The home's 14' ceilings and thoughtfullydesigned open concept offer an airy, spacious feel to accommodate up to 16 guests. A fully-outfitted chef's kitchen caters to your epicurean desires, or you can treat yourself to an evening of in-home private

catering (extra charge). Enjoy the outdoors any time of day with the fully enclosed porch area complete with power screens for ease of use and a stunning, shell stone travertine patio. Take in numerous, nearby attractions, dining, or boat tours to satisfy your adventurous spirit.

Your vacation experience comes complete with an in-person greeting at the airport, a property tour, and a 24-hour concierge. Seaclusion is pure luxury in paradise.

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PARADISE AWAITS, 5,500 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 5 BATHS – TAR BAY BAHAMAS

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JOSEPH RETREAT, 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS – LAKE JOSEPH

$26,000/WEEK

THE LODGE AT PORTAGE POINT, 5 BEDROOMS, 5+2 BATHS – LAKE MUSKOKA

$32,000/WEEK

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MODERN ELEGANCE, 5 BEDROOM, 4 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU

$40,000/WEEK

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LAKE MUSKOKA GETAWAY, 9 BEDROOMS, 6.5 BATHS – LAKE MUSKOKA

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DRIFTWOOD, SOUTHWEST EXPOSURE, 6 BEDROOMS, 6 BATHS – LAKE JOSEPH

$45,000/WEEK

BEACHWOOD, 7 BEDROOMS, 7 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU

$50,000/WEEK

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SUNSET BEACH, 5+4 BEDROOMS, 5+2 BATHS – GEORGIAN BAY

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$50,000/WEEK

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130 FT. FRONTAGE, 0.47 ACRES – BIGWIND LAKE

$639,000

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WATERFRONT BUILDING LOTS, HUNTSVILLE CHAIN OF LAKES, CALL OFFICE FOR MORE DETAILS – LAKE VERNON

$1,000,000

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BUILDING LOT 1: 900 FT. FRONTAGE, 5.80 ACRES – LAKE MUSKOKA

$1,995,000

BUILDING LOT 2: 445 FT. FRONTAGE, 2.30 ACRES – LAKE MUSKOKA

$1,095,000

BUILDING LOT 3: 445 FT. FRONTAGE, 3.50 ACRES – LAKE MUSKOKA

$1,095,000

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LEGACY COTTAGE UNIT 24: 400 FT. FRONTAGE, 25 ACRES, 1,965 SQ.FT., 3 BEDROOMS, 2+1 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU

$1,375,000

LEGACY COTTAGE UNIT 31: 400 FT. FRONTAGE, 25 ACRES, 2,658 SQ.FT., 3 BEDROOMS, 3+1 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU

$2,600,000

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EXCLUSIVE 3651 FT. FRONTAGE, 10.890 ACRES, 1152 SQ.FT., 3 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH – SPARROW LAKE

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$1,995,000

SOLD: PARRY SOUND

SOLD: SAUBLE BEACH SAUBLE BEACH

$869,000

PARRY SOUND

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SOLD: UTTERSON UTTERSON

$959,000

SOLD: BRANDY LAKE BRANDY LAKE

SOLD: SUCKER LAKE SUCKER LAKE

$1,195,000

$1,195,000

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$1,195,000

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LAKE MANITOUWABING

$1,995,000

SOLD: PORTAGE LAKE PORTAGE LAKE

$1,995,000

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LAKE MANITOUWABING

SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$2,290,000

LAKE ROSSEAU

SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS LAKE OF BAYS

$2,499,000

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$2,495,000

SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS LAKE OF BAYS

$2,595,000

103 FT. FRONTAGE, 0.80 ACRES, 5,400 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 2+1 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU

$2,388,000

2,400 FT. FRONTAGE, 40.25 ACRES, SOUTH EXPOSURE, 3,870 SQ.FT. MAIN LODGE WITH 9 OTHER CABINS ALONG WITH YOUR OWN PRIVATE GOLF COURSE – WAHWASHKESH LAKE

$2,990,000

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$2,995,000

COMES WITH ITS OWN PRIVATE ISLAND! 1079 FT. FRONTAGE, 5.8 ACRES, 2,100 SQ.FT., 4 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS – HORSESHOE LAKE

$2,995,000

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SOLD: MUSKOKA LAKES MUSKOKA LAKES

$2,790,000

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$2,895,000

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SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU LAKE ROSSEAU

$2,995,000

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS

SOLD: FAIRY LAKE FAIRY LAKE

$3,100,000

$3,100,000

LAKE OF BAYS

$3,195,000

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LAKE JOSEPH

$3,495,000

SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH

$3,495,000

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SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$4,740,000

SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH

SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS LAKE OF BAYS

$5,995,000

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$5,750,000

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$6,895,000

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103 FT. FRONTAGE, 1.2 ACRES, 3,100 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHS – LAKE MUSKOKA

$4,695,000

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645.60 FT. FRONTAGE, 15.85 ACRES, 3,000 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 3+1 BATHS – BLANCHARD LAKE

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$4,790,000

GOLF COURSE RESORT, 2,700 FT. FRONTAGE, 85 ACRES – OTTER LAKE

$5,990,000

389.99 FT. FRONTAGE, 15.5 ACRES, 3,200 SQ.FT., 3 BEDROOMS, 2+1 BATHS – LAKE OF BAYS

$5,995,000

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EXCLUSIVE 380 FT. FRONTAGE, 3.04 ACRES, 3,800 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 4 BATHS – LAKE MUSKOKA

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$9,350,000

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA $6,995,000

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SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$6,995,000

SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU LAKE ROSSEAU

SOLD: LAKE OF BAYS

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$7,495,000

$7,395,000

LAKE OF BAYS

$7,995,000

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LAKE ROSSEAU

$8,295,000

LAKE MUSKOKA

$8,895,000

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SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA

SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU

SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH

$13,995,000

SOLD: LAKE JOSEPH LAKE JOSEPH

SOLD: LAKE ROSSEAU LAKE ROSSEAU

$16,995,000

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$15,995,000

SOLD: LAKE MUSKOKA LAKE MUSKOKA

$16,995,000

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EXCLUSIVE 300 FT. FRONTAGE, 2.27 ACRES, 5,958 SQ.FT., 6 BEDROOMS, 5 BATHS – LAKE JOSEPH

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497 FT. FRONTAGE, 6.5 ACRES, WEST EXPOSURE, 6,000 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 6 BATHS – LAKE ROSSEAU

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$11,950,000

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EXCLUSIVE STUNNING 470 FT. FRONTAGE, 6.22 ACRES, 9,000 SQ.FT., 5 BEDROOMS, 8 BATHS – LAKE JOSEPH

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$23,795,000

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THE BENEFITS OF LISTING EXCLUSIVELY WITH CAYMAN MARSHALL

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ost brokerages advise you to put your property into the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) system, in order to get it in front of the greatest number of prospective buyers possible. But when it comes to Muskoka property – especially in the current market – that may not be the best, or even most desirable, route for you.

Cayman Marshall has a better way to market your property, which not only ensures that only serious, wellqualified buyers view your property, but allows you to maintain your privacy and avoid the stress and hustle of listing with MLS. With a Cayman Marshall exclusive listing, your property will only be visible to members of our proprietary database. Personal viewing appointments are only scheduled after our agents have taken prospective buyers through a careful pre-screening process.

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The success of our system speaks for itself: since last August, we’ve sold well over $133 million in exclusive sales alone. Allow us to show you the better way to sell your Muskoka property!

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CAYMAN MARSHALL ADVANTAGE “Become so skilled, so vigilant, so flat-out fantastic at what you do that your talent cannot be dismissed.” – Oprah Winfrey When we opened the doors of Cayman Marshall International Realty Inc. as a small boutique brokerage firm to serve the Muskoka real estate market in 2012, we did so with the intention of redefining the level of service that clients could expect from our real estate professionals. Since then, we have grown into an impressive team of top-producing realtors and brokers, committed to ensuring our clients receive the highest level of service when buying or selling property in one of Canada’s most sought-after luxury destinations.

We at Cayman Marshall have been entrusted with the most prestigious waterfront properties in Muskoka. As leaders in luxury and waterfront real estate, we have had record sales on many of Muskoka’s finest lakes.

With sales now surpassing the billion-dollar mark, we’ve secured our position as a leader in luxury real estate.

We also offer a complete selection of luxury cottage rental properties.

We have offices in Port Carling, Toronto, and our all-new location in Huntsville, which also serves the Lake of Bays area. Our in-house IT professionals have developed proprietary online tools and software, interactive and intuitive websites, lifestyle tours, stunning photography and an astonishing network of over 400 local and international referral partners, to ensure our clients’ listings get the exposure they need to attract the most discerning local and international buyers.

We currently print eight issues of our Cayman Marshall magazine per year, with an annual distribution of 250,000. Each magazine is delivered to the front door of homes and cottages of high-net-worth clientele throughout Ontario.

We are proud to mention that the Cayman Marshall Port Carling brokerage was voted by a panel of international

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The Cayman Marshall team celebrating 2018 sales in Montego Bay Jamaica.

judges to be the “Best Real Estate Agency in Canada,” two years in a row – a title that we cherish! Cayman Marshall was also named one of “Canada’s Fastest Growing Companies” by Maclean’s magazine two years in a row (2018 & 2019). We have also been named one of Canada’s fastest growing companies by the Globe and Mail. We expect to keep our title as the disrupter in luxury real estate.

Founded on the principles of teamwork, service and value, Cayman Marshall is the best advantage for buyers and sellers alike in Ontario. If you’re looking for a real estate solution that’s undeniably different, please reach out to myself or one of my teammates and start experiencing the advantage!

Todd Adair

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MEET THE TEAM...

RAY DICKSON**

TODD ADAIR*

President/Sales Representative Todd became the President of Cayman Marshall International Realty in 2012. He then became the majority shareholder and recently purchased the entire company.

In Todd’s downtime, you will find him buying, building or renovating his own real estate projects, on the water wakeboarding and kite surfing, or hacking up the fairways of a local golf course. However, Todd’s most important job is being a husband and father to his family of four.

KALLAN KOCH

JEFF LIDDLE*

Chief Editor

Sales Representative

Kallan is originally from Ottawa but has called Muskoka her home for the past three years. Kallan is an outdoors enthusiast and enjoys all that Muskoka has to offer. With many years of experience in customer service, we are delighted to have her on our Cayman Marshall team!

Jeff entered into real estate in 2008 facing a down market and a recession. Overcoming the odds, Jeff has now become a “top producer” in his industry. Working and living in Muskoka comes with a deep appreciation; it is this appreciation that Jeff portrays to his clients every day.

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JOEL ADAIR*

MIKE ARNOLD*

Broker of Record

Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Ray has been enjoying Muskoka for the past 40+ years and is happy to call it home with his wife Johanna and their two boys. His passion for Muskoka is equally shared with everything real estate and his “this is what I do because I love it” approach.

Growing up on the lakes gave Joel a passion for water sports and the outdoors. Toronto has been home for the past ten years, but Joel will always feel at home on the Big 3.

Whether trading residential or commercial real estate, Joel’s nearly 15 years in the business gives his clients a wealth of knowledge they can depend on. He is best known for helping clients build strong real estate portfolios and finding exceptional spaces to call home.

With 25 years’ experience in sales and marketing, joining the Cayman Marshall team was a great fit for Michael. His “customer first” dedication to his clients has always resulted in successful long-term relationships.

With a passion for boating and water sports, Michael looks forward to enjoying all that the Muskoka Lakes has to offer.

KRISTIN McCREA

MEREDITH PARSONS

SARAH POUNTNEY*

Office Manager/Personal Assistant to Todd Adair

Kristin and her family enjoy calling Muskoka home. In 2015 Kristin began her career with Cayman Marshall and has been lucky to work alongside some of the most talented agents in the business. During her spare time you can find Kristin and her family experiencing all the outdoor activities that Muskoka has to offer.

Designer

Sales Representative

Meredith was born and raised in Mississauga and spent her summers as a child exploring Muskoka.

Meredith developed a love for architecture and design at a young age and was able to turn her passion into a career after completing her education in Interior Design at Ryerson University. With over 5 years of experience in the design industry, Meredith is developing her craft while creating beautiful and timeless interiors.

Sarah was born and raised just North of Muskoka. She enjoys the outdoors on the lakes of Muskoka, and islands of Georgian Bay. Sarah is passionate about travel. She has just returned home from Turks and Caicos Islands where she worked in Private International Banking.

With over thirteen years of experience in customer relationship building, she is an excellent addition to the Cayman Marshall Team.

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DAVID BEMMANN**

Broker

With over 16 years of experience, Dave has become a top selling agent of luxury waterfront property in Muskoka. Dave lives on Lake Rosseau and spends much of his time on the water. His commitment to customer service, professionalism and honesty provides his clients with an enjoyable and successful real estate experience.

JD STERNE

Magazine Sales/Editor JD joins our team as a commerce grad from the Telfer School of Management and their Management Consulting Program. His passion lies in sales and marketing as he represented Telfer’s marketing team at the Jeux du Commerce in 2019.

Outside of the office, you will catch him searching the woods for his golf ball or playing hockey.

CAT BROWN*

KAREINA DAVEY

STEVE HADDOCK* JESSICA KAYE*

Sales Representative

Office Administrator

Sales Representative

Sales Representative

Growing up in Waterloo, Cat was fortunate enough to spend all of her summers at her family cottage on Lake of Bays. Cayman Marshall sought after Cat for her enthusiastic, positive attitude and Cat is now thrilled to be building a career in Sales with the Cayman Marshall Team.

Kareina spent summers of her childhood at cottages in the Mactier and Nobel Area.

She lived in Alberta for a couple years and loved the mountain views but really missed the lakes and maple trees and could not wait to get back to the peace that is Muskoka. She has been an educator for several years and has worked in customer service. Kareina is excited to be a part of the Cayman Marshall team.

Steve is a strong relationship builder, honest and dedicated to Customer Service. This combined with his intimate knowledge of Muskoka lakes and area has made him a consistent top producer. Steve is an avid cyclist and golfer and maintains residences in Toronto and Muskoka and ties to both communities. His mantra and favourite quote is to “get up, dress up, show up, and never give up”.

Jess prides herself on being born and raised in Muskoka, spending summers on the lakes and winters on the snowmobile trails. Jess’ understanding for Muskoka is what helps her succeed in making the real estate transaction successful and enjoyable for all her clients.

MICHELLE STILLAR*

CHARLIE VANDERPOL*

Sales Representative

Licensed Assistant

Michelle being born and raised on the northern shores of Georgian Bay loves being on the water and being involved in the real estate market. Her love for renos gives her an inside scoop in the world of home and cottage ownership and being the newest member, looks forward to being a valuable asset to the team!

Charlie made the move over 6 years ago to beautiful Muskoka where she spent time growing up on the lake and always wanting to make Muskoka part of her roots and pursue her career. With many years of experience in customer service and relations, Charlie is determined and focused on customers and the team members of Cayman Marshall, making her a great addition and asset to our team.

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