About Us

We’re Wanda and Kriss — the women behind Cottage Country Wives and Eels Oasis & Adventure, based in the heart of North Kawartha, Ontario.

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We live, work, and host real cottage country life year-round, both on land and along the Trent–Severn Waterway. What began as a love for the outdoors has grown into a hands-on lifestyle that combines short-term cottage rentals, off-grid experiences, adventure, and dependable property maintenance services.

Since 2022, we’ve been welcoming guests and supporting property owners who want more than just a place to stay — they want to experience cottage country the way it’s actually lived.

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🏡 Cottage Rentals in North Kawartha

Our short-term cottage rentals near Apsley, Ontario are designed for all seasons. From summer dock days and boating on the Trent–Severn to winter fires, snowmobiling, and ice fishing, our accommodations are comfortable, well-maintained, and set up for real cottage country living.

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🌲 Off-Grid Camp Experience

For those looking to unplug, our off-grid camp in North Kawartha offers a simple, immersive outdoor experience. This is a true off-grid stay — ideal for guests who want to slow down, reconnect with nature, and enjoy the quieter side of cottage country.

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❄️🚤 Adventure & Outdoor Life

Cottage country doesn’t stop with the seasons — and neither do we.

Our lifestyle includes:

Ice fishing and winter exploration

Snowmobiling and trail access

Boating and cruising the Trent–Severn Waterway

Year-round outdoor living and adventure

Through Cottage Country Wives, we share the real, day-to-day side of this lifestyle — from the fun to the work that makes it all possible.

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🛠️ Property Maintenance & Care

Through Eels Oasis & Property Maintenance, we support local homeowners and seasonal residents throughout Apsley and surrounding North Kawartha communities.

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Our services include:

Cottage cleaning

Seasonal yard work and property care

Winter access shoveling and roof shoveling

Painting and general maintenance

Ongoing support for owners who can’t always be on-site

We treat every property like it’s our own — because we live here too.

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🌿 Why We Do What We Do

Cottage country doesn’t run itself.

It takes experience, local knowledge, and a lot of hands-on work.

Whether you’re staying with us, following along, or trusting us with your property, you’re connecting with people who genuinely care about the land, the seasons, and the community that makes North Kawartha special.

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🔗 Explore & Connect

Follow our lifestyle:  Instagram & TikTok — @cottagecountrywives

Watch our adventures:  YouTube — Cottage Country Wives

Explore rentals & services:  Eelsoasisandadventure.com

Experience the real cottage country life.

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Wanda & Kriss