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