cottage country

English

Etymology

From cottage +‎ country.

Noun

cottage country

  1. A region, typically in Canada, where many lakeside cottages are located, serving as popular summer vacation spots.

Usage notes

While used broadly, the term is especially frequent in central Canada. For Ontarians, it might mean regions like Muskoka or Haliburton; for Ottawans, it could be the Rideau Lakes area.

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