Pontoon boats were meant to go slow. The after dinner cruise with the family is the epitome of living the “Lake Life”. However many owners want more. How do I upgrade my pontoon boat to go faster? Better yet, how do I upgrade my pontoon boat to go faster without spending any money? Believe it […]
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Locating a Water Well on Your Lakeside Property
Some lakefront home owners are not actually home owners quite yet. They own an amazing lakeside property that is just land. The vision for a grand lakeside paradise is there, just not the home part! One of the first steps in the building process is to determine the placement of the well. Locating a water […]
Lake Home Buying Seminar Teaches 37 Questions You Never Thought to Ask!
Lakefront Living Realty is hosting their 15th annual “Keys to Buying Lakefront Property” Seminar on March 11th, 2023 at the enVision Hotel & Conference Center in Mansfield, MA. The goal of the 2-1/2 hour seminar is to keep buyers from ‘making a mistake on a lake’. Just a few of the topics covered include: “Purchasing […]
Outboard Motor Selection: Finding the Right Fit for Your Lakeboat
Now that you have an amazing lakefront home, it is time to get a boat! When it comes to finding the right outboard motor for your lakeboat the choice usually comes down to Mercury and Yamaha. Outboard motor selection can be confusing for novice boat owners. Both Mercury and Yamaha have long histories of producing […]
Can I Reupholster My Own Boat Seats?
If you are a lakefront boat owner than you know the importance of having comfortable boat seats. One of the benefits of owning a lake home is being able to spend time on the water. Lounging around in a pontoon boat with moldy, ripped seats can take away from the vacation feel of being on […]
5 Must-Have Amenities for a Luxurious Lakefront Home
When it comes to designing a lakefront home, there are certain amenities that can take your space from comfortable to truly luxurious. Or, at the very least, make it look like you have your life together. These features not only add value to your property, but they also provide a level of convenience and relaxation […]
How To Tell When Your Lake Ice is Safe
Every winter on the lakefront brings new opportunities to participate in a multitude of ice activities. Ice skating, fishing, hockey, and even just walking across the lake brings a winter thrill to the long cold days, but how do you know if its safe to venture out on the ice? If you are lucky enough […]
Tips For a Fun Day of Snow Tubing Near Your Lake
Living the lakefront lifestyle is a year-round adventure. There is a multitude of spring, summer, fall and winter activities. Sometimes when winter has not fully set in and the lake is not frozen over for ice fishing or skating, you have to venture out and find something to do. One of the best winter activities […]
How To Have The Best Ice Fishing Experience On Your Lake
So summer has come to an end. The boat is winterized, the docks are pulled, and the daylight is disappearing faster each day. If you live in the colder climates this is a yearly reality for all lake home owners. Not to fear though, lakefront living can be enjoyable year round, even when the water […]
Tips to Make Your Vacation Lake Home Pay For Itself
To many people owning a lakefront vacation home seems out of reach, but the right vacation home could potentially pay for itself. With the onset of people choosing an Airbnb rental over a standard hotel, the potential for owning a vacation home that pays for itself is within reach! Don’t be fooled though, making the […]