The Swallow Boathouse

[Rich]

For those that haven't seen this, I consider it one of the most beautiful and unique featuers of Lake Winnipesaukee

Here's one of my first videos, created from my SeaDoo

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https://youtu.be/ej3pAToKGkc?si=1qt23KAW1dFelfWi

Feedback invited, feel free to follow or like that YouTube channel, I'll try to post more if I find worthy subjects.

[thinkxingu]

Thanks for sharing! We were out there the other day—such a beautiful structure.

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[webmaster]

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[The Real BigGuy]

It is a beautiful building! Has it been converted to a residence? Looks like deck chairs and plants where the boat entrance used to be.


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[bobkatfly]

I bought my current boat from Peter Hare who I believe owns the Swallow, or maybe it's his family. Not sure. He gave us a tour inside with a bit of history as well. Very fascinating.

[TiltonBB]

I wish I could get the plans for the Swallow Boathouse. I want to build one. That would look great out in front of my house and the family would love it!

[tis]

I wish I could get the plans for the Swallow Boathouse. I want to build one. That would look great out in front of my house and the family would love it!

Of course you're kidding. The state would never allow it. Who wouldn't love one though?

[bobkatfly]

It's also on the National Register of Historic places.
I think there's an old Winni thread with more discussion.


https://www.nhhomemagazine.com/the-swallow-boathouse-is-a-soaring-masterpiece/

[DesertDweller]

I bought my current boat from Peter Hare who I believe owns the Swallow, or maybe it's his family. Not sure. He gave us a tour inside with a bit of history as well. Very fascinating.

It’s owned and maintained by the Windward Harbor Association. That’s the cove we are on and it never gets old checking it out. It’s really beautiful.

[bobkatfly]

It’s owned and maintained by the Windward Harbor Association. That’s the cove we are on and it never gets old checking it out. It’s really beautiful.
Oh, that's right. I think Peter was the area developer, right?

[DesertDweller]

Oh, that's right. I think Peter was the area developer, right?

Yep. Really nice community/setup.

[Dave R]

Always loved that place, it's beautiful.

There's a similar structure called the Boldt Yacht House in Alexandria Bay, NY/1000 Islands (an easy and pretty 7ish hour drive from Winni) that's still in use as a boat house and contains an impressive boat collection that's open to the public. It's a great way to see how the Swallow Boat house used to be used. 1000 Islands is a place any Winnipesaukee fan would love too.

[thinkxingu]

Always loved that place, it's beautiful.

There's a similar structure called the Boldt Yacht House in Alexandria Bay, NY/1000 Islands (an easy and pretty 7ish hour drive from Winni) that's still in used as a boat house and contains an impressive boat collection that's open to the public. It's a great way to see how the Swallow Boat house used to be used. 1000 Islands is a place any Winnipesaukee fan would love too.https://www.boldtcastle.com/visitorinfo/

Looks awesome.

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[XCR-700]

Anyone care to suggest the simplest/safest route from the Weirs?

I spend most on my boating time on the southern half of the lake and havent been up that way in years.

Thanks

[thinkxingu]

Anyone care to suggest the simplest/safest route from the Weirs?

I spend most on my boating time on the southern half of the lake and havent been up that way in years.

ThanksHere you go.

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