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Governors Island | The Crown Jewel of Gilford NH on Lake Winnipesaukee

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Real Estate Broker/Owner with e-Starr Realty | New Hampshire Lakes Region Real Estate

A brief history of Governor's Island

Governor's Island is located just off the shore of Gilford NH. It was first turned from a farming community to a resort when the island was purchased by Stilson Hutchins the founder of the Washnington Post, in 1880.

Stilson built a mansion made of Granite on the summit of the island, and the location had a majestic views of the Lake Winnipesaukee and the NH mountains. Hutchins legacy is the creation of the roads on Governor's Island, that are still in use today, and made development of the shore line possible. The whos who of the world were invited to the mansion, and the reputation of Lake Winnipesaukee as the resort playground of the North East was firmly established by dignitaries spreading the word about it.

In 1928 Island was sold to Clifford Hayes who attempted to turn it into a class A resort. Unfortunatly the mansion burned in 1934, and put the venture into foreclosure.

An association of islanders was formed and called the Governor's Island Club . The stone barn that was left of the mansion grounds was purchased from the bank the association and was restored and turned into the recreational center still in use today.

since the 1960's to the 90's the Island homes grew to over 150.

Property values have increased by over 400% over the past 50 years. Governer's Island homes are still increasing in value regardless of the recient housing crisis due to the fact that the island is unique and is the most sought after real estate on Lake Winnipesaukee.

At any given time there are 20 or less homes for sale on the island. See Governor's Island Homes For Sale and more great information at Governsislandrealestate.com.

If your budget is not in the Millions you can still have a great Waterfront Home in Gilford NH

These are some of the best deals I have seen in years.

If you are willing to live a short walk to the Shared community beach there are some affordable homes for sale.


Gilford NH Home For Sale on Governor’s Island
$699,000 Beds 3 Baths 3
with 900 ft. Waterfront on Lake Winnipesaukee
Gilford NH Governor's Island Home for sale 699,000
GOVERNORS ISLAND CONTEMPORARY HOME HAS A VIEW OF THE LAKE, A GREAT OPEN FLOOR PLAN WITH SOARING CEILINGS AND SO MANY AMENITIES.LARGE MASTER SUITE ON ENTIRE UPPER LEVEL. 4 GARAGE SPACES, PLUS EXTRA UTILITY SHED FOR ALL YOUR TOYS! TOP QUALITY LANDSCAPING, POOL, ATTACHED AND DETACHED GARAGES, LARGE DECK. CLOSE TO ASSOCIATION BEACH.


Gilford NH Home For Sale on Governor’s Island
$349,900 Beds 4 Baths 2 with 900 ft. Shared Waterfront on Lake Winnipesaukee
Gilford NH Governor's Island Home for sale 368,900
A CHARMING 1840 CAPE STYLE HOME THAT HAS BEEN TASTEFULLY RESTORED. ON A PRIVATE CORNER LOT THAT'S AN EASY WALK TO COMMUNITY BEACH AND TENNIS, THIS WONDERFUL HOME HAS PERIOD DETAILS AND A COMFORTABLE FLOOR PLAN. SUNNY AND BRIGHT WITH PERENNIAL GARDENS, THIS 3/4 BEDROOM HOME IS A PERFECT YEAR ROUND HOME.

The Best of the Best Homes Available for sale on Governor's Island


Gilford NH Home For Sale on Governor’s Island
$12,000,000
Beds 6 Baths 10
with 290 ft. Owned Waterfront on LakeWinnipesaukee
Governors Island Home 12,000,000
ON A SENSATIONAL LOT W/STUNNING VIEWS THIS TRANSITIONAL HOME WAS DESIGNED & CONSTRUCTED W/REMARKABLE QUALITY & FLAIR. SIX BEDROOM SUITES INCLUDE A FABULOUS CHILDREN'S WING. LIBRARY, CONSERVATORY, HOBBY ROOM, SPA AND COMPUTERIZED GOLF ROOM ARE IMPRESSIVE. LUSH LANDSCAPING, PUTTING GREEN, STONE PATIOS, CARRIAGE HOME, GAZEBO & AN ADDITIONAL 1.66A LOT.


Gilford NH Home For Sale on Governor’s Island
$7,300,000
Beds 6 Baths 8
with 270 ft. Owned Waterfront on Lake Winnipesaukee
Governors Island Home 7,300,000
ARGUABLY ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL HOMES ON LAKE WINNIPESAUKEE. SWEEPING VIEWS WITH 270 FT WATERFRONT, SANDY BEACH, DOUBLE U-SHAPED CANOPY DOCKS PLUS WATERSIDE DECKING. UNDERSTATED IN DESIGN AND BUILT W/PHENOMINAL QUALITY AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL, THIS HOME IS CLEARLY FOR THE MOST DISCERNING BUYER.

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