Testimonials
We are happy to reccommend the services of Carriage House Contracting (Mark & Sally Teasdel)

Mark & Sally have built our Haliburton Highlands cottage in the winter of 2003. Throughout the whole process, (cost estimate, design and building approvals and the construction) they have handled the project with utmost professionality and care. Their team of highly skilled builders was always ready to address our concerns, advise the best course of action, and offer reccommendations at every stage of the project. Our cottage was ready on time, at the estimated cost , and it was exactly how we imagined it.

We are delighted with the quality of the work Carriage House Contracting did for us and are pleased to reccommend them for any job, big or small.

E & Z Stacniak
We are the proud owners of Carriage House's gazebos, which is nicely positioned at our cottage overlooking Paint Lake in the Muskokas.We met with Sally & Mark at the Fall Cottage Life Show in Toronto and had our gazebo installed in the spring of '05. We are pleased with the professional approach they showed us in our review of their offerings. Our gazebo was installed on time asd requested and they even dropped out to our place to make sure we were pleased with the installation.
They were very responsive to our needs and requests, as well. We actually took our canvas top in for a minor repair this past Fall, at no charge, nd they were courteous and helpful.
I would reccommend Carriage House to anyone considering one of their products and in fact we are now starting to see more of their gazebos dot the landscape at Paint Lake.

- B & T Swain.
Mike and I just want to thank you and your staff for the spectacular Haliburton Room you completed for us. It looks amazing and more than meets our expectations. The work crew did an excellent installation and clean up.
Thank you so much again.

Mike and Kathy B.

We have supplied this photo that shows how much we love our Haliburton Room. Not only does it give me the impression that I'm almost outdoors while I'm working in the kitchen, but I can supervise the play area that it provides for our grandchildren at the same time.

It is a natural & splendid addition to our home.

Mr. & Mrs. Sopinka
Campbellville, Ontario

To any prospective buyer the beauty, quality and durability of the Haliburton room is pretty obvious. What's not obvious, but definitely a selling feauture in itself, is the fact that you're also buying the pride, professionalism and dedication of Mark and Sally Teasdel from the moment you've made your decision to purchase to the moment they take your picture as the beaming proud owner after the installation of your Haliburton room. We love our Haliburton room and can't wait for black fly and mosquito season.

Majda & Marcel E.
Black Lake

"I think your product offering (the"Haliburton Room"tm) is the best in the market place."-

John Steigerwald,
Bowmanville
"Your units are very nice, reminds me of the homeland in upstate New York."

David L.,
Florida

     "Spring, summer and autumn in the Haliburton Highlands are rich with such beautiful days and splendid evenings, in which to enjoy the outdoor pleasures of the back yard, lakefront or garden. Unfortunately the flies, bugs, bees and hours of super hot sunshine often make it impossible to enjoy.

     But we have found the perfect solution; it is well named the Haliburton Room, designed and created by Mark and Sally Teasdel of Carriage House Custom Design. This is much more than a gazebo. It is a unique, hand-crafted product of finest quality. Sturdy wood panels of durable, beautifully stained and naturally scented Western Red Cedar, and custom-fitted screen windows form the perimeter walls. These are mounted on a solid wooden base, securely fastened to our patio stones, and topped with an attractive Sunbrella fabric roof over a strong wooden frame.

     The Haliburton Room has ample space for tables, chairs, patio lights, etc. Besides being completely serviceable, it looks very attractive, and is, for us - the perfect "summer house". Almost maintenance-free, it easily withstands the rains and winds of a summer storm. And, as a bonus, it can be easily taken down and stored in sections for the winter, and re-assembled in the spring.

     We have enjoyed our Haliburton Room so very much, and we look forward to the day when we can again step through the door - to enjoy the return of summer, in comfort, security and beauty."

Bill G.
Haliburton, Ontario


     During the summer of 1998, Carriage House Contracting (Mark & Sally Teasdel) carried out the process of gaining Municipality approval and then constructing a deck and portable cedar screen enclosure with a fabric roof attached to my Pan-Adobe cottage on Drag Lake in Haliburton. I learned about CHC through advertisement in the Haliburton Echo.

     Mark came to our house in early July, and provided us with an estimate on the spot, which he stuck to throughout the process. He submitted our application to the Departmental Commitee of Adjustment, and gained approval and a building permit by mid-August, without significant involvement on our part. The submission involved minor variances which required a Commitee of Adjustment approval.

     CHC began work in late August, and completed the project by the end of September, except for minor items. Throughout the construction period, I was most impressed by how clean & free of debris the site was maintained. We only visited on weekends, but the area was clean every time we arrived. I also was impressed by the process of pre-fabrication at CHC's mill, where more fitting & joining was possible than if done on-site. This resulted in more efficient use of site time and in a very professional-looking final product.

     Mark & Sally operated very professionally throughout the whole process, and I found them a pleasure to deal with. Their knowledge of the local suppliers and others in the Haliburton area has been a great advantage in making the project a success. Their willingness to be flexible, and to be helpful in collateral activities has been greatly appreciated.

     I would not hesitate in recommending Carriage House Contracting to anyone contemplating a cottage construction project.

Yours Truly
Phillip L.

     "Thank you for the beautiful job. We love it!"

  - Jennifer M.