by Sarah Harris, February 28, 2012 The minute I learned that sailing on ice was an actual sport, I wanted to give it a try. I watched YouTube videos of wooden boats with big white sails zooming across the ice on steel runners. It seemed like such a rush: Imagine racing over a frozen lake […]
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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."
Gunstock’s Magic Mountain Eve in Gilford NH
Looking for something different to do on New Year’s Eve this year? You may want to bundle up and go check out Gunstock Mountain’s Magic Mountain Eve in Gilford, NH. Starting on December 31st at 6:00pm, your ticket will include skiing, tubing, snowshoeing, horse drawn carriage rides, live entertainment, dancing, dinner, bonfire, midnight fireworks and more. The entire […]
Home Buyers Trending Towards Lifestyle Choices
Recent home buying data suggests that buyers are placing a strong emphasis on how they want to live their life and not just where. More than just a roof over their head, a growing number of home buyers have greater expectations of their new home. Buyers are seeking a higher quality of life in a […]
Boat Buying 101 – Why Winter is the Best Time to Buy a Boat
Boat show season is just around the corner. Winter-time boat show deals will mean Summer-time fun with money left over to fill the tank! With boats for every lifestyle and budget on the market, first-time buyers should do their homework before shopping. The first thing to do is determine what, where and who. When deciding […]
Ice Safety Tips for Your Lakefront Location
As temperatures drop, and bodies of water throughout the area begin to freeze over, the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) has issued these ice safety tips for your lakefront location. “Before we experience a tragedy that is unfortunately too common this time of year, it is important that we remind everyone, particularly children, of the […]
Holiday Gift Ideas for Lake Lovers!
If there are any lake lovers on your holiday gift list, you may want to visit Lakehouse Outfitters for some inspiring ideas! Lakehouse Outfitters is a family owned and operated business born out of an obsession with living at the lake. “Living” as in full-time, part-time or anytime you can sneak away to sip your […]
Discover this Hiking Preserve Voted Top 15 in Boston Area: Noanet Woodlands
Here’s a pond-side hiking area you may never have heard of: Noanet Woodlands in Dover, MA. Follow a network of trails across a grand preserve that features woodlands and ponds, a former mill site, waterfalls and Noanet Peak, which offers views of the Boston skyline. Both kid and dog friendly! What makes Noanet Woodlands a […]
Screened Porches for Summer Evenings at the Lake
From TheLakeChannel.com Think about quiet and relaxing summer evenings at the lake, and the chances are that you will also be thinking about the screened porches you experienced them in. If you don’t have a screened porch on your lake home, you have probably considered adding one. Proper planning can ensure that you create a great […]
3 Tips to Keeping Your Lake Healthy
A Buffer of Native Plants Preserving a natural buffer of native plants is one of the best ways to protect a lake. Shoreline plants filter sediment and chemicals from runoff, provide food and shelter for fish and wildlife and can slow or prevent shoreline erosion. Shade from overhanging shrubs and trees can keep waters cool […]
Flood Insurance Questions to ask Your Agent
Flood insurance is a hot topic right now. Maybe you are trying to buy a waterfront home or trying to sell or refinace your current one. Either way…facts, options and choices can be very confusing. There are several things you should know before talking to your insurance agent that can help determine the right flood […]