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Originally Posted by Dave R
Probably in the minority here, but to me, an ideal island boat would have a ton of deck space, few amenities (like fancy seating and carpet) to worry about, a VERY seaworthy hull, some weather protection, a self bailing cockpit and a newer outboard engine. After a few weeks of exploring the lake and realizing it's really not that big, the boat will become almost nothing more than a commuter vehicle to get to and from your island home, so why make it complicated? You'll have plenty of maintenance to do at the camp...
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I would agree with this, once you have a place the boat becomes more utilitarian than anything. You spend less time boating and more time relaxing on your dock or deck. We progressed from trailer boating so I got to know the lake well that way. We (as many islanders) have multiple boats, each having it's own use. The pontoon barge for early/late season projects (goes in/out of the water a few times a year) - a 16' whaler for shooting around to friends camps and quick easy runs for what's needed and a bigger 26' for going to dinner and taking visitors around the lake.
I have one neighbor who started with a large cruiser - it was gone within 3-4 months after he realized it wasn't practical.