Cow Island

laddheath · 05-01-2013, 08:24 PM

Can anyone point me to the closest marina from the north side of Cow Island? Thank you,

Newbiesaukee · 05-01-2013, 09:23 PM

Harilla's is probably closest but it is not full service. Trexler's is a bit further as is Nineteen Mile Bay.

Just Sold · 05-02-2013, 07:44 AM

Melvin Village Marina is almost due North from The Barbers Pole side of Cow.

laddheath · 05-02-2013, 08:18 AM

Thanks for the info.

We live in the Portsmouth area and currently dock our boat in Alton, it's great b/c it is so close to us. We are looking at a property on Cow Island and I am trying to figure out where I would dock the boat fort he year. Melvin Village would add almost an hour to our drive but yet keeping the boat in Alton would mean we would have to cross the broads each time we went to the cottage (no thanks)

It seems odd to me there is basically nothing between wolfboro and Melvin village to keep your boat.

Bizer · 05-02-2013, 08:39 AM

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Originally Posted by laddheath

...It seems odd to me there is basically nothing between wolfboro and Melvin village to keep your boat.

As Newbiesaukee mentioned, there is 19-mile bay, about 4 miles before Melvin Village (and a shorter boat ride, too). I believe they are all privately owned, but you could probably rent from an owner or buy a slip there.

Here's a Pier 19 slip for sale: http://www.cocoearly.com/homes/NH/Tu...648/index.html

codeman671 · 05-02-2013, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by laddheath

Thanks for the info.

We live in the Portsmouth area and currently dock our boat in Alton, it's great b/c it is so close to us. We are looking at a property on Cow Island and I am trying to figure out where I would dock the boat fort he year. Melvin Village would add almost an hour to our drive but yet keeping the boat in Alton would mean we would have to cross the broads each time we went to the cottage (no thanks)

It seems odd to me there is basically nothing between wolfboro and Melvin village to keep your boat.

Alton would be a long ride by boat, but Gilford is not. It is 15 minutes extra by car, and a straight shot across the lake to Cow. I know a few people that are on Cow (including my realtor) that crosses from Gilford to Cow. There are more docking options and far more services available in Gilford as well.

Harry513 · 05-02-2013, 11:36 AM

Sunset Lodges in Tuftonboro rents slips. It is on the Basin so size of boat is an issue to get under the bridge. Call them 603-569-2636 ask for Michael

ursa minor · 05-02-2013, 11:57 AM

As others have stated, Melvin Village Marina is the closest "marina" to Cow if you're coming from the Portsmouth area. Lane's End Marina is only 1/4 mile or so from MVM and may also have rental slips available.

Pick Point Lodge has some seasonal rentals, they are in a small cove just past the Barber's Pole, I'm not sure if there would be any openings. Also, do a search online for the Cow Island Forum, I believe one of the members there may have a slip at 19 Mile Bay available for rent this season. Good luck!

Just Sold · 05-02-2013, 01:10 PM

I second Codeman671's suggestion of Gilford. You have a number of boat clubs where you can rent a dock. There is, Glendale Yacht Club, Mountain View Yacht Club, Fay's boat Yard and Silver Sands Marina and a few others plus there are privately owned docks that are available. Look in the classifieds here too http://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/...&categoryid=33

MikeF-NH · 05-02-2013, 02:17 PM

you may also be able to rent a mooring from Long Island Bridge campground rather than a slip. If I had the money and one was available, 19 Mile Bay probably offers the best island to shore access for Cow unless Harillas has slips (which I do not think they do). If you consider Gilford not a far ride then consider Shep Browns on Merideth Neck which is closer than Gilford. Another option that is not much worse than Alton Bay is West Alton Marina. I make that cross in my 16 footer (conditions permitting) in about 15 minutes. Anytime you have to cross the Broads to get somewhere, you have to consider the weather. Winds over 15 mph SHOULD give you pause on that lake. For these reasons, I would look at slips at Melvin or 19 Mile or a mooring at Long Island Bridge campground as first options. The north end of the lake in the Moultonboro Bay area is going to be a significantly longer ride for you than Alton any way you cut it BUT it will pay off in the long run as you are in what I consider the nicest part of the lake.

Donzi Minx · 05-02-2013, 02:23 PM

I am sure there are people that remember when Cow Island was owned by the Roys family. It was known as Camp Idlewild. Many happy lazy summer days in August back in the late 60's early 70's. By God I am dating myself!

JTA · 05-02-2013, 03:33 PM

Harilla Landing Yacht Club is a great access spot to Cow. There are usually a few in-water or rack slips for lease and a couple for sale (of 200 owners). Call Complete Marine Care at Harilla 603-651-9727.

cowisl · 05-03-2013, 08:43 AM

Harilla is the best bet...especially for island living.

nhd · 05-03-2013, 10:04 AM

Coming from Portsmouth I would suggest Pier 19 or Pick Point. You can find out if there are slips at Pick Point by calling Walker and Varney in Wolfeboro.
We came to the Lake from Greenland for many years to our camp on Little Bear. The first couple we were at Quayside, and it took a long time to get around to that side of the lake. It was always a killer to go by the docks at Pier 19 and then spend another 40 minutes or so driving to Quayside. We rented at Pick Point for many years before we bought a slip at Pier 19.
Now we live in Alton and I still enjoy the convenience Pier 19 offers. I sell island real estate and have a boat in Alton Bay also, but there are days when it can be brutal going across the Broads. Mainly the boat in Alton is used for accessing islands at this end of the lake. Hope this helps. Contact me if you have any other questions.

Ride & Dive · 05-04-2013, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by codeman671

Alton would be a long ride by boat, but Gilford is not. It is 15 minutes extra by car, and a straight shot across the lake to Cow. I know a few people that are on Cow (including my realtor) that crosses from Gilford to Cow. There are more docking options and far more services available in Gilford as well.

We are from Hampton and dock at Fay's last year and MVYC this year. Easy ride and a short hop across the lake for you to cows.

ossipeeboater · 05-06-2013, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by cowisl

Harilla is the best bet...especially for island living.

about the hardest place to get to on the lake coming from the seacoast.

Dog's Ear · 05-06-2013, 07:11 PM

I noticed there is a slip for rent at Pier 19. There is a sign up with a telephone # on the dock space.

camp guy · 05-06-2013, 08:23 PM

It is a short hop across the Lake from the west side marinas on a good day, but on a bad day it is not only unpleasant, it is UNSAFE.

I suggest you try very hard to find boat space in the Melvin area as a starter, and then spend the summer refining your operation.

I can't overstate how tough the Lake can be, and I just don't think you want to either start or end your visitation time with an unpleasant and unsafe ride.

cowisl · 05-07-2013, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by ossipeeboater

about the hardest place to get to on the lake coming from the seacoast.

well..also remember island living...garbage, etc. Harilla is very convenient for that stuff.

Grant · 05-07-2013, 09:03 AM

Lane's End is just as close as Melvin, has slips, and is pretty convenient to the Tuftonboro transfer station for trash. Very friendly, helpful staff. Used 'em for years.

05-01-2013, 08:24 PM	#1
laddheath Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 25 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Cow Island Can anyone point me to the closest marina from the north side of Cow Island? Thank you,

05-01-2013, 09:23 PM	#2
Newbiesaukee Senior Member Join Date: May 2004 Location: Coral Gables, winter; Long Island, summer Posts: 1,353 Thanks: 946 Thanked 573 Times in 298 Posts	Harilla's is probably closest but it is not full service. Trexler's is a bit further as is Nineteen Mile Bay. __________________ "You're only young once, but you can be immature forever."

05-02-2013, 07:44 AM	#3
Just Sold Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Suncook, NH, but at The Lake at Heart Posts: 2,615 Thanks: 1,082 Thanked 434 Times in 210 Posts	Melvin Village Marina is almost due North from The Barbers Pole side of Cow. __________________ Just Sold At the lake the stress of daily life just melts away. Pro Re Nata

05-02-2013, 11:57 AM	#8
ursa minor Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Tuftonborough & Franklin MA Posts: 265 Thanks: 99 Thanked 143 Times in 64 Posts	As others have stated, Melvin Village Marina is the closest "marina" to Cow if you're coming from the Portsmouth area. Lane's End Marina is only 1/4 mile or so from MVM and may also have rental slips available. Pick Point Lodge has some seasonal rentals, they are in a small cove just past the Barber's Pole, I'm not sure if there would be any openings. Also, do a search online for the Cow Island Forum, I believe one of the members there may have a slip at 19 Mile Bay available for rent this season. Good luck! __________________ " Any day with a boat ride in it is a good day"

05-02-2013, 01:10 PM	#9
Just Sold Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Suncook, NH, but at The Lake at Heart Posts: 2,615 Thanks: 1,082 Thanked 434 Times in 210 Posts	I second Codeman671's suggestion of Gilford. You have a number of boat clubs where you can rent a dock. There is, Glendale Yacht Club, Mountain View Yacht Club, Fay's boat Yard and Silver Sands Marina and a few others plus there are privately owned docks that are available. Look in the classifieds here too http://www.winnipesaukee.com/forums/...&categoryid=33 __________________ Just Sold At the lake the stress of daily life just melts away. Pro Re Nata

05-02-2013, 08:18 AM	#4
laddheath Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 25 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 4 Posts	Thanks for the info. We live in the Portsmouth area and currently dock our boat in Alton, it's great b/c it is so close to us. We are looking at a property on Cow Island and I am trying to figure out where I would dock the boat fort he year. Melvin Village would add almost an hour to our drive but yet keeping the boat in Alton would mean we would have to cross the broads each time we went to the cottage (no thanks) It seems odd to me there is basically nothing between wolfboro and Melvin village to keep your boat.

05-02-2013, 11:36 AM	#7
Harry513 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Tuftonboro, NH Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Sunset Lodges in Tuftonboro rents slips. It is on the Basin so size of boat is an issue to get under the bridge. Call them 603-569-2636 ask for Michael

05-02-2013, 02:17 PM	#10
MikeF-NH Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 318 Thanks: 2 Thanked 120 Times in 80 Posts	you may also be able to rent a mooring from Long Island Bridge campground rather than a slip. If I had the money and one was available, 19 Mile Bay probably offers the best island to shore access for Cow unless Harillas has slips (which I do not think they do). If you consider Gilford not a far ride then consider Shep Browns on Merideth Neck which is closer than Gilford. Another option that is not much worse than Alton Bay is West Alton Marina. I make that cross in my 16 footer (conditions permitting) in about 15 minutes. Anytime you have to cross the Broads to get somewhere, you have to consider the weather. Winds over 15 mph SHOULD give you pause on that lake. For these reasons, I would look at slips at Melvin or 19 Mile or a mooring at Long Island Bridge campground as first options. The north end of the lake in the Moultonboro Bay area is going to be a significantly longer ride for you than Alton any way you cut it BUT it will pay off in the long run as you are in what I consider the nicest part of the lake.

05-02-2013, 02:23 PM	#11
Donzi Minx Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melrose, Mass. Posts: 191 Thanks: 0 Thanked 183 Times in 52 Posts	Cow Island I am sure there are people that remember when Cow Island was owned by the Roys family. It was known as Camp Idlewild. Many happy lazy summer days in August back in the late 60's early 70's. By God I am dating myself!

05-02-2013, 03:33 PM	#12
JTA Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Fort Pierce, Florida Posts: 233 Thanks: 34 Thanked 25 Times in 21 Posts	Harilla Landing Yacht Club is a great access spot to Cow. There are usually a few in-water or rack slips for lease and a couple for sale (of 200 owners). Call Complete Marine Care at Harilla 603-651-9727.

05-03-2013, 08:43 AM	#13
cowisl Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cow Island Posts: 168 Thanks: 6 Thanked 20 Times in 12 Posts	Harilla is the best bet...especially for island living.

05-03-2013, 10:04 AM	#14
nhd Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 39 Thanks: 18 Thanked 53 Times in 15 Posts	Coming from Portsmouth I would suggest Pier 19 or Pick Point. You can find out if there are slips at Pick Point by calling Walker and Varney in Wolfeboro. We came to the Lake from Greenland for many years to our camp on Little Bear. The first couple we were at Quayside, and it took a long time to get around to that side of the lake. It was always a killer to go by the docks at Pier 19 and then spend another 40 minutes or so driving to Quayside. We rented at Pick Point for many years before we bought a slip at Pier 19. Now we live in Alton and I still enjoy the convenience Pier 19 offers. I sell island real estate and have a boat in Alton Bay also, but there are days when it can be brutal going across the Broads. Mainly the boat in Alton is used for accessing islands at this end of the lake. Hope this helps. Contact me if you have any other questions.

05-06-2013, 07:11 PM	#17
Dog's Ear Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Whortleberry Island Posts: 81 Thanks: 130 Thanked 20 Times in 10 Posts	I noticed there is a slip for rent at Pier 19. There is a sign up with a telephone # on the dock space.

05-06-2013, 08:23 PM	#18
camp guy Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: formerly Winter Harbor, still Wolfeboro Posts: 1,181 Thanks: 299 Thanked 525 Times in 293 Posts	Cow Island It is a short hop across the Lake from the west side marinas on a good day, but on a bad day it is not only unpleasant, it is UNSAFE. I suggest you try very hard to find boat space in the Melvin area as a starter, and then spend the summer refining your operation. I can't overstate how tough the Lake can be, and I just don't think you want to either start or end your visitation time with an unpleasant and unsafe ride.

05-07-2013, 09:03 AM	#20
Grant Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Pennsyltuckey, Tuftonboro, Moultonborough Posts: 1,499 Thanks: 374 Thanked 229 Times in 123 Posts	Lane's End is just as close as Melvin, has slips, and is pretty convenient to the Tuftonboro transfer station for trash. Very friendly, helpful staff. Used 'em for years. __________________ "When I die, please don't let my wife sell my dive gear for what I told her I paid for it."