I'll be the 3rd vote for the Alton area - having just moved to the Wolfeboro side of Alton Bay in October. We're 7 miles into downtown Wolfeboro, approximately 15 miles to Gilford (for Lowes, TJ Maxx, Walmart, etc) and 5 miles to the Alton circle for a 1.5 hour trip to Boston. Low taxes too. I love this side of the lake! Renting is a great idea since all the lake towns are beautiful and different in their own way. Happy Packing !!!
