Best or favorite locations to live on lake

[beagle]

I am new to the forum, but have been reading for about a year. You all offer so much helpful information! We are looking in to buying a place up here, and I am wondering what advice you can give regarding the different areas of the lake. We would like to be in a quieter spot, but like the more open areas of water. We have seen one place that we like located on the western side of Long Island, but I worry that the water will always be pretty rough there. Any advice?

Thanks!