It may be necessary to bring bottled water for every visit. Septic systems are strictly regulated under the Environmental Protection Act, especially when they are near lakes or rivers. Failure to comply with the provisions of the act could result in fines as well as having the system blocked and possibly even removed. If additions are made to the living space of a cottage, these former systems may no longer be allowed. And, in fact, an addition may require a new septic system to serve the whole cottage.
Many people enjoy the benefits of cottage ownership.
The pitfalls involved in buying a cottage should not discourage would-be owners. They need only ensure that all of these matters are properly addressed in the agreement of purchase and sale.