Disasters that can happen at the cottage over the winter
There’s no heart-sinking moment worse than going up to the cottage and discovering … disaster. Just like that, the anticipation of enjoying a little peace and quiet turns into a whirlwind of repairs, insurance claims, or worse. Winter can be nasty to your cottage, but proper preparation and maintenance can help you avoid some of the more common cold-weather disasters.
Read all about it on the Cottage Life site
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If you are up at the cottage, have a quick check of cottages on either side of you if they are not up.