Lake Winnisquam and Newfound Lake

NewfoundLife · 06-25-2014, 02:03 PM

Having owned in Winni, and currently on Newfound, I can tell you that you'll get more bang for your buck by way of size and value on Winni. Although, in my opinion Newfound is a more desirable lake to own on because of the water quality and the absence of 40' offshore boats and cabin cruisers. Most of the craft operating on the water are owners and aren't trailering their boats on the weekend. To me, it seems to bring a level of accountability, respect, and stewardship to the area that I didn't find on Winni. Real estate on the big lake is more plentiful and you'll find that you can get into a waterfront property at a reasonable price. On Newfound, anything directly on the water that doesn't require crossing a street is gonna start at $400k, and it's going to be a cabin with a holding tank, minimal shoreline, a very small beach (if any at all), and a very small lot. There are some co-ops, associations, an cabin communities that will cost less, but for their price you could own independently on Winni. I mention this because you stated that Winni may be above your price range. I assure you that Newfound is more expensive for what you get. I'm not as familiar with Winnisquam.

RLW · 06-25-2014, 10:30 PM

NewfoundLife, I just noticed that you are fairly new to posting on the forum and glad you have joined us. Have fun and enjoy the Winni Forum while making many new friends.

Thanks for joining in.

jazzman · 06-25-2014, 11:56 PM

If you're up for the island lifestyle, it's really hard to beat the values on Winni islands. 300k can get you a decent house and if you pick the right place, boat traffic is quite reasonable. I wouldn't trade it for anything (short of St johns).

06-25-2014, 10:30 PM	#2
RLW Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Alton Bay on the mountain by a lake Posts: 2,023 Thanks: 563 Thanked 444 Times in 311 Posts	*NewfoundLife,* I just noticed that you are fairly new to posting on the forum and glad you have joined us. Have fun and enjoy the Winni Forum while making many new friends. Thanks for joining in. __________________ There is nothing better than living on Alton Mountain & our grand kids visits.

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06-25-2014, 02:03 PM	#1
NewfoundLife Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Bristol, NH Posts: 1 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Having owned in Winni, and currently on Newfound, I can tell you that you'll get more bang for your buck by way of size and value on Winni. Although, in my opinion Newfound is a more desirable lake to own on because of the water quality and the absence of 40' offshore boats and cabin cruisers. Most of the craft operating on the water are owners and aren't trailering their boats on the weekend. To me, it seems to bring a level of accountability, respect, and stewardship to the area that I didn't find on Winni. Real estate on the big lake is more plentiful and you'll find that you can get into a waterfront property at a reasonable price. On Newfound, anything directly on the water that doesn't require crossing a street is gonna start at $400k, and it's going to be a cabin with a holding tank, minimal shoreline, a very small beach (if any at all), and a very small lot. There are some co-ops, associations, an cabin communities that will cost less, but for their price you could own independently on Winni. I mention this because you stated that Winni may be above your price range. I assure you that Newfound is more expensive for what you get. I'm not as familiar with Winnisquam.

06-25-2014, 11:56 PM	#3
jazzman Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Mont Vernon NH & Big Barndoor Island Posts: 327 Thanks: 4 Thanked 185 Times in 63 Posts	If you're up for the island lifestyle, it's really hard to beat the values on Winni islands. 300k can get you a decent house and if you pick the right place, boat traffic is quite reasonable. I wouldn't trade it for anything (short of St johns).