Property Details
Basic Information
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Style: Cottage/Camp
- MLS Number: 5102986
- Mls Status: Active
- List Price: $749,000
- Lot Description: Country Setting, Level, Island
- Date Listed: 08/03/2026
- Virtual Tour: Virtual Tour
- Description: 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.
Building
- Acreage: 0.99
- Square Feet: 976
- Year Built: 1980
- Zoning: ISC-IS
- Stories: 1
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Building Construction: Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Post/Piers, Skirted
Location
- County: Carroll
- Town: Tuftonboro
Finance
- Taxes: $3,530
Interior Features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 Baths: 2
Utilities and Appliances
Utilities and Appliances
- Utilities: Telephone Available, Other
- Appliances Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Stove
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Stove
Community
Amenities
- Amenities: Air Conditioner, Window AC
- Accessibility Amenities: 1st Floor 3/4 Bathroom,1st Floor Bedroom,1st Floor Hrd Surfce Flr,1st Floor Laundry
- Other Amenities: Waterfront
Other Details
Water
- Water Access: Owned
- Water Body Name: Lake Winnipesaukee
- Water Body Type: Lake
- Waterfront: 108
- Water: Private, Lake/Pond, Ultraviolet