A Gorgeous House on the Shore of Petit-Lac-Magog

Lake House Tour: A Refined Cedar Retreat on Petit-Lac-Magog, Quebec

Designed by AKB Design, this gorgeous lakefront home sits on the peaceful shores of Petit-Lac-Magog in the Rock-Forest region of Quebec. Described by the firm as un projet coup de cœur, or a true labor of love, the home was thoughtfully tailored from top to bottom for its owners. With warm cedar cladding, elegant interiors, and beautiful views of the water, this home is a wonderful example of refined lake house design.

Elegant Lake House Design Inspired by Nature

This Quebec lake house was designed to balance elegance, warmth, and a seamless connection to its natural surroundings. Every detail, from the open layout and warm materials to the carefully selected finishes and furnishings, creates a sense of comfort and visual harmony. The result is a sophisticated waterfront retreat that feels inviting, personal, and perfectly suited to relaxed lakeside living.

A Covered Terrace Made for Outdoor Living

One of the home’s most striking features is its large, covered terrace overlooking Petit-Lac-Magog. Comfortable outdoor seating, lantern lighting, and thoughtful surfaces for entertaining create a dream-like setting by the water’s edge. The cedar exterior adds a warm, natural texture that blends beautifully with the lakeshore landscape, while the soft wood tones and refined outdoor furnishings create an elevated yet relaxed outdoor living space.

Warm Interiors with a Connection to the Lake

Inside, the home embraces an open and elegant design approach with a natural flow between indoor and outdoor spaces. Cozy materials, timeless finishes, and sophisticated home decor create a welcoming atmosphere for everyday living and gracious entertaining. Designed as both a peaceful retreat and a beautiful gathering place, this lakefront home makes the most of its serene water views and surrounding Quebec landscape.

Charming Cedar-Shingle Front Porch with Classic Curb Appeal

This inviting front porch pairs warm cedar shingles, crisp white trim, woven lounge chairs, and soft garden blooms to create a timeless cottage-style entrance with relaxed coastal charm.

Warm Coastal Kitchen with Timeless Brass Details

This elegant kitchen combines a white oak island, woven counter stools, creamy cabinetry, and brass pendant lighting for a warm, inviting space that feels both classic and coastal-inspired.

Timeless Cream Kitchen with Brass Hardware

This charming kitchen features classic cream cabinetry, warm brass hardware, a farmhouse sink, and soft natural light for an inviting, elegant space with timeless coastal cottage style.

Sunlit Coastal Dining Room with Woven Details

This inviting dining space pairs a warm wood pedestal table, woven dining chairs, airy linen curtains, and a natural fiber chandelier for a relaxed, elegant setting made for everyday meals and casual entertaining.

Warm and Inviting Living Room with Timeless Coastal Style

Soft neutral furnishings, textured accent chairs, warm wood details, and a classic fireplace create a cozy, elegant living room designed for relaxed everyday living and effortless entertaining.

Classic Staircase Design with Warm Wood and Timeless Details

A graceful wood handrail, crisp white spindles, and warm oak stair treads create an elegant entryway, while a vintage-inspired console, soft lighting, and fresh hydrangeas add welcoming traditional charm.

Elegant Green Mudroom with Built-In Storage

Deep green cabinetry, vertical shiplap, warm wood accents, and a cozy built-in bench create a stylish and functional mudroom designed for everyday organization and welcoming cottage charm.

Cozy Coastal Coffee Table Styling with Natural Texture

A woven coffee table layered with fresh white blooms, a glowing candle, design books, and marble game pieces creates a warm, collected living space with timeless coastal character.

Bright Coastal Living Room with Woven Texture

Sunlight fills this inviting living room, where woven chairs, soft neutral seating, floral pillows, and natural accents create a relaxed coastal space made for easy entertaining.

Elegant Coastal Laundry Room with Built-In Storage

Soft cream cabinetry, brass hardware, vertical shiplap, and open hanging space create a beautiful and functional laundry room with timeless coastal cottage style.

Cozy Reading Nook with Soft Coastal Cottage Style

Two slipcovered armchairs, blue floral pillows, linen curtains, and a woven lamp create a peaceful upstairs sitting area filled with warmth, texture, and timeless charm.

Bright Coastal Sitting Room with Blue-and-White Accents

Soft slipcovered seating, striped chairs, blue floral pillows, and natural woven textures create a light-filled coastal sitting room that feels relaxed, elegant, and welcoming.