Having been an islander in the past and speaking from experience Gilford is the easiest town to be in for an islander, however that doesn't come without its costs. Property prices are a bit higher and so are taxes. Properties with $4k tax bills in Tuftonboro will be $9-10k in Gilford.
We are starting to shop for another island home, we sold 2 years ago and can't wait to get back out there. I am having a bit of an internal conflict myself over where to be. We love Gilford, but the taxes are stiff for seasonal use only and the inventory is low. I am thinking of doing something over near or on Cow, but commuting over from Gilford. We wont get the use of Glendale, but will keep a mainland slip in a marina.
We come up from the seacoast, so I would not want to have to drive out around the lake to Pier 19 or Harilla. Where are you coming from? That should play into your decision.
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