Tips to help first-time wakesurfers get stoked. By Charles Plueddeman, Boating Magazine: My demo session with the WT-1 was also my first chance to try wakesurfing. Here’s what I learned. Don’t Use Ben Dorton’s Board It was like trying to ride a cafeteria tray. It’s only 3 feet 6 inches long with triple fins and […]
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Scott Freerksen "The Lake Guy" created LakefrontLiving.com in 2003. Scott is a Real Estate Broker & Realtor® that personally understands the emotional connection that comes with owning lakefront property. This genuine passion is why he continually strives to bring Buyers and Sellers of lakefront property together. With a keen eye for detail and an intimate knowledge of each lake he covers, he helps his clients make the most of their lakefront home purchase. "Owning lakefront property is an experience that will change the way you live - it becomes a retreat to escape the hassles of daily living. The wildlife, recreation, and vacation feel of waterfront living will forever be a part of you."
2016 Lakefront Buyers Seminar a Huge Success!
On March 19th, 2016, a sold out crowd of 100 people from all over New England packed the Mansfield MA Holiday Inn for our “Keys to Buying Lakefront Property” Seminar. This was by far the most engaged and connected audience we ever had. We appreciate your great questions and enthusiasm! The theme was “Don’t make […]
Benefits of Inflatable Standup Paddleboards (SUP’s)
There has been an immense rise in the popularity of the standup paddle boarding for the past few years. One of the major reasons is that it is really fun and easy to learn; also it is entertaining for people of all ages. This low impact paddle boarding helps in exploring lakes and nearby water […]
How to Get Your Lake Boat Ready for Boating Season
Spring has sprung and for millions of boaters in the U.S. that means it’s time to take their lake boats out of winter storage and put them in the water. For many lakefront homeowners, annual preparation and cleaning projects are necessary rites of spring that help prevent problems that could keep them off the water […]
Is an Inflatable Kayak Right For You?
The most common considerations when choosing an inflatable kayak include the type of kayaking you plan to do (including solo vs. tandem), ease of transportation, and cost. Type of Kayaking Inflatable kayaks are available in a very wide range of designs, from recreational sit-on-top kayaks to performance oriented sit-in kayaks, so the first thing you […]
5 Questions to Ask When Buying a Lakefront Vacation Home
Buying a lakefront vacation home is a bit like getting married: After enjoying the destination as a casual visitor, it’s time to make a long-term commitment and settle down. Where’s a good place to buy? Choosing where to buy depends largely on where you live, what you can afford, and whether or not you will […]
Most Important Tip for Protecting Your Waterfront Investment
Protecting or restoring your shoreland buffer is the most important tip for protecting your waterfront investment. If you have native vegetation along your shoreline, consider yourself and the local wildlife fortunate. A mature native buffer represents many years of nature at work and discourages undesirable, exotic plants and animals while attracting songbirds, butterflies, turtles and […]
Top 10 Considerations When Buying Lakefront Property
At least a dozen times a year, we get calls from folks who purchased their “dream” lakefront home and are now having issues with the property. Many involve the understanding of lake rights vs. lake access, weed control, Lake Associations, Wetlands & conservation laws, zoning setbacks, septic systems, buying in the winter, boating restrictions, etc. […]
Attend the 9th Annual Lakefront Property Buyers Seminar
Dreaming of living the lakefront lifestyle? Learn all the differences when purchasing a lakefront home at the 9th Annual “Keys to Buying Lakefront Property” Seminar in Mansfield, MA on March 19, 2016…and you may leave with a FREE KAYAK! For many home buyers, the chance to own a home on a lake is a once-in-a-lifetime […]
Ski & Spa at the Mount Washington Resort, NH
The bracing winter air. The expansive mountain vistas. The rush of flying down over 464 acres of alpine trails and glades. The serenity of trekking across 100 kilometers of Nordic trails. Countless experiences await you on the storied, award-winning ski trails of Bretton Woods. For more than a century, guests have retreated to Mount Washington […]