Lake house before and after

As soon as Hope Mendes and her husband saw their Cobb, California, cabin, they knew it was the place they’d been searching for—a home they could use for vacations and also list as an Airbnb. “Although it needed a ton of work, overall it had good bones and only required mostly cosmetic work,” Hope writes. “We knew with a little TLC it would become the perfect rustic and charming retreat we had been wanting.”The couple’s goals for their renovation?

Our goal when we bought this house? Transform a bland, boring 1960's ranch to create a bright, warm home that meets today's lifestyle. ...

One inexperienced couple renovates an old and outdated lake house. This is our lake house remodel story with details and before and after pictures.

I’m not usually one to write Saturday posts however on this particular Saturday I don’t have to work (fist pump) and am currently just wasting time until I am forced to get in the show…

It has always been my dream to own a house on a lake, but I didn't think I would get it this soon! We found the perfect location, but the place needed a lot of work. Check out this post to see how we were able to renovate our dream lake house. Hopefully we can inspire you to renovate a property of your own!

Slow and steady wins the remodel race.

This Signs item by ToeFishArt has 104 favorites from Etsy shoppers. Ships from Saint Augustine, FL. Listed on Feb 16, 2025

This stunning lake house was designed by Sexton Griffith Custom Builders, located in The Reserve at Lake Keowee, South Carolina.

Do you have a house on the lake? I’m sharing the best lakehouse decor ideas to help you create a cozy retreat for you and your guests.

Lake house decorating ideas, before and after photos, and cabin renovation tips from inside a New Hampshire cabin.