Sturgeon Building Company — Muskoka

LOCAL BUILDERS. MUSKOKA, ONTARIO.

COTTAGE COUNTRY.
BUILT INTO US.

Custom cottages, boathouses and renovations in Muskoka. Built with local know-how, careful planning, and pride in every detail.

See what we build ↘
Aerial view of a Muskoka boathouse and cedar dock on a forested shoreline
ON THE WATER.
IN OUR ELEMENT.↗
STURGEON BUILDING CO. / MUSKOKA
CUSTOM BUILDS. REAL CRAFT. NO SHORTCUTS.GET TO KNOW STURGEON ↓

01 — THE WAY WE BUILD

FROM THE SHORELINE
TO THE LAST DETAIL.

GOOD PEOPLE.
HARD WORK.
GREAT PLACES.

A cottage should feel like your place from the moment you arrive. We build with that in mind.

From a new cottage to a dock ready for another summer, your project starts with how you want to use the property. More room for family. Easier days on the water. A space that finally works the way you need it to.

We bring Muskoka knowledge, trusted local trades, and hands-on craftsmanship to the work. You bring the vision. Together, we shape the details that make it yours.

This is Sturgeon ↗
MUSKOKA ROOTS↗HANDS-ON BUILDERS↗BUILT AROUND YOU

02 — LESS TALK. MORE WORK.

THE LAKE LIFE.
BUILT RIGHT.

Places to gather, get outside, and get closer to the water. A look at the work that brings it all together.

REAL PROJECTS. EVERY DETAIL COUNTS.Explore the gallery ↓
Quiet Muskoka lake and pine-covered island

NOT JUST WHERE WE WORK. WHERE WE’RE FROM.

WE KNOW
THIS COUNTRY.

FOREST. GRANITE. WATER. HOME.

03 — FROM THE GROUND UP

YOU DREAM IT.
WE BUILD IT.

A new build, a renovation, or a better connection to the water. We help you make the most of your property with spaces that suit your life and feel at home in Muskoka.

Let’s talk about your project ↗
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Custom cottages & renovations

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Whether you’re starting with a waterfront lot or a cottage full of memories, we build around the way you want to live. Think room for everyone to gather, a layout that makes sense, and finishes that feel right for the setting.

From structural work to the finishing details, we bring the same care to new builds and renovations.

Timber cottage framing looking toward the lake
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Boathouses & docks

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Your waterfront is where Muskoka living comes together. We build and renovate boathouses and docks with attention to the structure, materials, and details you use every day.

From replacing worn docking to creating a boathouse that complements your cottage, the goal is a waterfront that works as well as it looks.

Finished boathouse with fresh timber dock at sunset
03

Garages & outbuildings

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Make room for the practical side of cottage life. A place for vehicles, tools, outdoor gear, and the things you want close by but out of the way.

We build garages and outbuildings with the same attention to materials and finish as your cottage, so they feel like part of the property from the start.

Restored traditional dark-sided Muskoka building
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Water-access properties

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An island or boat-access property calls for a different kind of planning. Materials, equipment, and trades need to reach the site in the right order for the work ahead.

We coordinate barging and local trades with the realities of remote building in mind. You get a builder who understands the route to the job as well as the work itself.

Boat crossing the lake near a wooded shoreline
Sturgeon craftsman carefully working on interior wood finishesConcrete work underway at the Medora Lake projectHANDS ON. FROM THE GROUND UP.

04 — LOCAL KNOW-HOW. PERSONAL PRIDE.

THIS PLACE
IS PERSONAL.

For Levi, Muskoka is home. Growing up here means knowing more than the roads and shorelines. It means understanding the landscape, the people, and the care it takes to build in a place like this.

That local connection is the foundation of Sturgeon Building Company. We work with trusted trades, stay involved in the details, and keep the conversation open as your project takes shape.

You should understand what’s happening on your property and feel comfortable asking questions. From the first site conversation to the last piece of trim, that’s the kind of working relationship we aim to build.

Meet your next builder ↗

06 — STRAIGHTFORWARD FROM THE START

A GOOD BUILD.
A BETTER
EXPERIENCE.

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Start with your vision

Tell us where you’re building, what you want to change, and what matters most to you. Share your plans if you have them, or start with an idea. We’ll talk through the scope and the questions worth answering first.

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Plan with local know-how

The property shapes the plan. We consider site access, materials, trades, and the practical steps needed to move the work forward. For water-access projects, that includes how people and supplies will get to the site.

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Bring it to life, together

As the build progresses, we stay hands-on and keep you informed. There will be details to work through and decisions to make. Clear conversations help you understand the next steps and keep the finished space true to your priorities.

GOOD QUESTIONS.
STRAIGHT ANSWERS.

Can you build on a water-access-only property?+

Yes. We work on islands and water-access properties in Muskoka, coordinating material barging, site logistics, and local trades. Tell us where your property is and how it’s currently accessed so we can discuss what your build will involve.

Do you work on renovations as well as new builds?+

Yes. Our work includes custom cottages, renovations, boathouses, docks, garages, and outbuildings throughout Muskoka. Whether you’re keeping what you love about an older cottage or starting fresh, we’ll talk through the scope with you.

How involved can I be in the project?+

Your ideas and priorities shape the project from the start. We work collaboratively, discuss decisions with you, and provide progress updates as the work moves forward. You can ask questions and stay involved throughout the build.

What should I have ready before getting in touch?+

Start with your property’s location, the kind of project you’re considering, and any timing or budget you have in mind. Drawings, site photos, and inspiration are helpful if you have them. If you’re still at the idea stage, that’s a good place to start a conversation too.

Where in Muskoka do you work?+

We take on projects throughout Muskoka, including waterfront and water-access properties. Share your location with us so we can discuss the site, access, and the work you’re planning.

Still Muskoka water reflecting the shoreline

GOT A PLACE IN MIND?

LET’S GET
TO WORK.

Tell Levi about your property, what you have in mind, and when you’d like to get started. Whether you have drawings ready or you’re still exploring an idea, there’s a useful first conversation to have.

Email Levi about your project ↗Or give Levi a call   (705) 706-2108

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR PROPERTY

YOUR PROJECT.
STARTS HERE.

A few details will help us understand what you have in mind. Share your location, the kind of work you’re planning, and any questions you’d like to talk through.

Prefer a conversation? Call Levi at (705) 706-2108 or email him directly.

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