Model: 4-Person (1000-pound capacity)
Track: 118' long at 27°, rises about 6 stories
Area: Lake Joseph, Muskoka
Year: 2019
The owners of this beautiful island cottage decided to put the lift in as they have it listed for sale. By adding an ease of access for people, day to day supplies, and even for occasional large items, the lift not only transforms the island cottage experience, it vastly expands the number of of potential purchasers by completely eliminating the difficulties of living 6 stories above the water.
We set the track so the existing dock could serve as the lower station with structural changes, other than adding a button box to run the lift..
Instead of a trek up the stairs, often loaded down with all the luggage and supplies needed to live, everyone get a quiet ride to the top and a great opportunity to take in the view.
At points in the run the car is up over 10’ off the ground. Because it’s smooth and steady, you don’t notice the height riding. The multiple braces we add to the track and the supporting structure make for a ride that both is and feels safe.
The upper station has a small access platform and an interlocked gate. The gate only opens if the car is stationary in the station. The car can only leave the station if the gate is closed and latched. There is an override so you can bring the car to the bottom and ride to the top if the gate didn’t close properly.
Another view of the very pretty specially built upper station platform. The cottage is behind the camera and a short boardwalk connects it all together.