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$799,000

68 Cow Island
Tuftonboro, NH 03894
Listed by Mark Ashley · Maxfield Real Estate/Center Harbor
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
N/A
Living area
N/A
Year built
1980

About this home

Escape to the charm of island living with this beautifully maintained cottage on historic Cow Island in Lake Winnipesaukee. Thoughtfully cared for, fully furnished and move-in ready, this inviting retreat offers an open-concept design with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, warm pine interior, and a well-appointed kitchen featuring cherry cabinetry and included appliances. Natural light fills the living space, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for relaxing or entertaining. The main cottage offers two bedrooms and a 3/4 bath, while the separate bunkhouse provides additional guest accommodations complete with its own 3/4 bath and a washer and dryer, offering flexibility for family and visitors. A recently added UV water filtration system provides clean drinking water. Step outside to the spacious lakeside deck overlooking the level yard, where just a few easy steps lead to the sandy-bottom shoreline. Enjoy swimming, boating, and lakeside gatherings from the 6' x 45' dock with a swim platform at the end. Set in a protected cove with picturesque lake views, the property offers an ideal setting to enjoy everything Lake Winnipesaukee has to offer. Located on the second-largest non-bridged island on the lake, approximately 520-acre Cow Island is known for its scenic hiking trails, rich history, and peaceful setting while remaining conveniently accessible from several nearby marinas. If you're looking for a place to create lasting memories on the lake, this exceptional island property offers a wonderful opportunity to experience the unique lifestyle of Lake Winnipesaukee.

Highlights

Waterfront

Property details

MLS
Prime MLS
MLS #
5102986
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
N/A
Status
Active
Days on market
9
On market date
N/A
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
N/A
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.99 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Tuftonboro Central School
3.49 mi away · Grades 0-6
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
104
Student:teacher ratio
8.0:1
District
Governor Wentworth Reg School District
Middle
Kingswood Regional Middle School
6.49 mi away · Grades 7-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
375
Student:teacher ratio
10.4:1
District
Governor Wentworth Reg School District
High
Kingswood Regional High School
6.46 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
728
Student:teacher ratio
11.6:1
District
Governor Wentworth Reg School District

Walkability

Blended score for Tuftonboro's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

22
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
6.7 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
5 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks1
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

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$159,800 down
$639,200 loan
Principal & interest$4,146
Property tax (est.)$666
Home insurance (est.)$150

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