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Iconic town landmark has been sold By Haley Rose For the last 14 years the rustic knotty pine walls and decoy ducks have been the focal points when you walk through the doors of Ducks on the Roof. The charming, cozy feeling didn’t happen overnight though. When Pat and Grant Pottle purchased the property back in 2005 it was very rundown, Pat explained. She explained after purchasing the couple along with their friends and family worked countless hours for four months to restore it. The outside of the building as well as the inside - the dining room, kitchen, walk in fridge and cooking equipment were added and updated. She said they wanted to restore it back to its original state and make it a place where anyone who walked through the door felt at home. Pat and Grant Pottle have been the seventh and longest owners of the building. The couple recently decided this would be their last year in business and they are retiring. “To this day we have no negative thoughts towards owning the restaurant all these years. My husband and I are very proud to say we have succeeded in our years of owning Ducks on the Roof,” smiled Pat. Pat herself has over 42 years of experience in the
Grant and Pat Pottle have sold Ducks on the Roof and are retiring.
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restaurant business. Her husband, Grant, has been a culinary chef for the past ten years. With their shared experience and expertise they made it a point to pride their business in using local quality meats and produce that accompany their high standards of excellence for their guests. Over the years Ducks on the Roof has been known for the themed events such as murder mystery dinners, Royal Princess’ Gala luncheons, wine dinners, holiday brunches and weddings. Pat explained that while there was many ups and downs over the years they were able to make it through one of the biggest recessions during her lifetime and for that she is extremely proud. “The restaurant was my dream and my husband allowed me to experience that. With all the lessons learnt it has taught my family to never give up on your dreams.” The couple plans to enjoy retirement by spending time with their family - especially their grandchildren and are hoping to travel. Pat and Grant would like to thank the community for all the support over the years. Having customers tell them what a wonderful job they have done and how proud they are of the couple has been their driving force for many years, explained Pat. “We feel the place needs new, energetic owners to carry it to the next stage. With the economy on the rise we think this is a great new opportunity for the next lucky owners,” said Pat. Remax agent John D’Alimonte said him and his team are proud to be representing the Pottle’s during this sale. “Through our years of selling real estate, Ducks on the Roof has been a iconic landmark. We would ask prospective buyers ‘do you know where Ducks on the Roof is?’ and the eager answer was always, ‘yes!’,” D’Alimonte said. A farewell dinner buffet will be held July 20 and a final Sunday breakfast the following morning, July 21. Reservations are strongly encouraged and appreciated for the last two meals.
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