About Rachel Vehse, Broker | Team Leader
Rachel Vehse
Broker | Team Leader
ABOUT TEAM LAKE LIFE
Team Lake Life is a Muskoka and Haliburton County real estate team built on real construction knowledge and experience combined with real estate expertise.
With over 30 years of combined experience in real estate and residential construction, the team doesn’t just understand properties, they understand how they’re built, how they age, and what they’re truly worth. From waterfront cottages and rural homes to investment properties, renovations, and new builds, they bring clarity and confidence to every transaction.
As the owners of MRT Builders Ltd., a local Muskoka construction company, Team Lake Life offers a level of insight most realtors simply can’t match. Clients benefit from real-world construction experience when evaluating homes, spotting issues, planning renovations, or assessing build quality before they buy.
Whether you’re purchasing a property, or preparing to sell, Team Lake Life delivers a straightforward, honest, and results-driven real estate experience designed to protect your investment and maximize value.
RACHEL VEHSE
Rachel Vehse delivers a client focused, detail-driven real estate experience across Muskoka, Haliburton County and beyond, backed by deep knowledge in real estate, construction, renovations, management, procurement and customer service.
Her well-rounded expertise allows her to guide clients at every stage, whether buying, selling, or investing. Known for her thorough approach, sharp attention to detail and strong communication, Rachel ensures her clients are fully informed and supported throughout the entire process.
Her experience spans new construction homes, full-scale renovations, investment properties, and residential leasing. She doesn’t just guide clients through transactions with ease, she helps them make smart real estate decisions with confidence.
Her background in construction gave her a deeper understanding of homes, leading her into real estate where she could help clients make confident, informed decisions.
GRANT VEHSE
Grant Vehse is a seasoned real estate professional, contractor, and investor with over two decades of hands-on experience in construction, investing and real estate.
He brings a rare, thorough understanding of how homes are built, what they’re worth, and what matters long-term, especially in residential homes, rural properties, and waterfront real estate. His background in renovations and structural construction allows him to identify value others miss and risks others overlook.
Grant’s approach is practical, straightforward, and focused on delivering real value. He uses his construction background and market experience to help clients make confident, informed decisions whether buying, selling, or investing.
Grant also has extensive experience with rural and seasonal properties, including maintenance demands, structural considerations, and land use differences unique to cottage country.
Direct, knowledgeable, and experience-driven, Grant helps clients make confident decisions when buying, selling, or investing in Cottage Country. Always focused on maximizing value and minimizing risk sets him apart in the Muskoka and Haliburton markets.
TESTIMONIALS
Both Rachel and Grant are terrific. They are knowledgeable, personable and know all the ins and outs of real estate. They know how to handle any unexpected situations that may arise during a sale and are always supportive with their clients. I whole heartedly recommend them for all your real estate needs. Great people.
Cathy StepRachel was a pleasure to work with! We were looking to buy in the dead of winter with few options, and she was able to help us find our dream home. She answered all emails quickly, and was always ready to go the extra mile. Thanks Rachel!!
Kalyna T. & Adrian M.From our very first contact with Rachel Vehse through to the closing on our new cottage, we were impressed by her professionalism and personability. We received timely responses, detailed information and solid knowledge from Rachel. She was a pleasure to work with and we’re looking forward to working with her again - and wouldn’t hesitate to refer our friends to her. Thanks Team Lake Life.
Tina & Charles M.I've just finished the process of buying my house through Rachel, and I couldn't be happier. As a first-time homebuyer I was extremely nervous and basically had no idea what I was doing, but Rachel made it very simple, and was always available and helpful if I had any questions. Very nice and professional throughout the whole process as well. Thanks for everything!
Daniel KovacsMy husband and I loved working with Rachel from Team Lake Life when we were searching for a recreational property to purchase. Rachel was so friendly, down to earth, knowledgeable and honest. She was always available to show us properties or just to answer questions we had. Rachel was instrumental in helping us purchase our property and in making our dream of owning a recreational property come true. We highly recommend Team Lake Life if you are purchasing or selling a property.
Lori & DarrinRachel was a pleasure to work with and was always available to answer questions promptly and with great knowledge of the area.
April Gonnermann
