Orientation is absolutely key... Pay close attention to where the wind is likely to be from and where the sun will be at various times of the season. If you're a July 4th to Labor Day type, sun might not matter, but it makes a huge difference if you're an ice out to Veteran's Day type
I find that a SW exposure works well. Plenty of warm sun for early and late season. A cool breeze on really hot days. But docking can be a challenge on NW wind days if you're exposed. Nice sun sets too much of the time without getting too over heated in the late afternoon.
Being a little exposed to the common summer wind directions is great for keeping the bugs away too... There is rarely a bug to be seen in the broads side of Big Barndoor. It's totally the opposite on the Wolfeboro side.
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