The Swallow Boathouse

Rich · 08-26-2023, 08:46 AM

For those that haven't seen this, I consider it one of the most beautiful and unique featuers of Lake Winnipesaukee

Here's one of my first videos, created from my SeaDoo

https://youtu.be/ej3pAToKGkc?si=1qt23KAW1dFelfWi

Feedback invited, feel free to follow or like that YouTube channel, I'll try to post more if I find worthy subjects.

thinkxingu · 08-26-2023, 09:16 AM

Thanks for sharing! We were out there the other day—such a beautiful structure.

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webmaster · 08-26-2023, 09:25 AM

The Real BigGuy · 08-26-2023, 11:44 AM

It is a beautiful building! Has it been converted to a residence? Looks like deck chairs and plants where the boat entrance used to be.

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bobkatfly · 08-26-2023, 12:25 PM

I bought my current boat from Peter Hare who I believe owns the Swallow, or maybe it's his family. Not sure. He gave us a tour inside with a bit of history as well. Very fascinating.

TiltonBB · 08-26-2023, 01:00 PM

I wish I could get the plans for the Swallow Boathouse. I want to build one. That would look great out in front of my house and the family would love it!

tis · 08-26-2023, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by TiltonBB

I wish I could get the plans for the Swallow Boathouse. I want to build one. That would look great out in front of my house and the family would love it!

Of course you're kidding. The state would never allow it. Who wouldn't love one though?

bobkatfly · 08-26-2023, 06:16 PM

It's also on the National Register of Historic places.
I think there's an old Winni thread with more discussion.

https://www.nhhomemagazine.com/the-s...g-masterpiece/

DesertDweller · 08-26-2023, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by bobkatfly

I bought my current boat from Peter Hare who I believe owns the Swallow, or maybe it's his family. Not sure. He gave us a tour inside with a bit of history as well. Very fascinating.

It’s owned and maintained by the Windward Harbor Association. That’s the cove we are on and it never gets old checking it out. It’s really beautiful.

bobkatfly · 08-27-2023, 09:57 AM

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Originally Posted by DesertDweller

It’s owned and maintained by the Windward Harbor Association. That’s the cove we are on and it never gets old checking it out. It’s really beautiful.

Oh, that's right. I think Peter was the area developer, right?

DesertDweller · 08-27-2023, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by bobkatfly

Oh, that's right. I think Peter was the area developer, right?

Yep. Really nice community/setup.

Dave R · 08-29-2023, 06:35 AM

Always loved that place, it's beautiful.

There's a similar structure called the Boldt Yacht House in Alexandria Bay, NY/1000 Islands (an easy and pretty 7ish hour drive from Winni) that's still in use as a boat house and contains an impressive boat collection that's open to the public. It's a great way to see how the Swallow Boat house used to be used. 1000 Islands is a place any Winnipesaukee fan would love too.

thinkxingu · 08-29-2023, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave R

Always loved that place, it's beautiful.

There's a similar structure called the Boldt Yacht House in Alexandria Bay, NY/1000 Islands (an easy and pretty 7ish hour drive from Winni) that's still in used as a boat house and contains an impressive boat collection that's open to the public. It's a great way to see how the Swallow Boat house used to be used. 1000 Islands is a place any Winnipesaukee fan would love too.

https://www.boldtcastle.com/visitorinfo/

Looks awesome.

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XCR-700 · 08-31-2023, 08:35 AM

Anyone care to suggest the simplest/safest route from the Weirs?

I spend most on my boating time on the southern half of the lake and havent been up that way in years.

Thanks

thinkxingu · 08-31-2023, 09:40 AM

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Anyone care to suggest the simplest/safest route from the Weirs?

I spend most on my boating time on the southern half of the lake and havent been up that way in years.

Thanks

Here you go.

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08-26-2023, 08:46 AM	#1
Rich Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Derry / Gilford Posts: 1,244 Thanks: 72 Thanked 344 Times in 234 Posts	The Swallow Boathouse For those that haven't seen this, I consider it one of the most beautiful and unique featuers of Lake Winnipesaukee Here's one of my first videos, created from my SeaDoo https://youtu.be/ej3pAToKGkc?si=1qt23KAW1dFelfWi Feedback invited, feel free to follow or like that YouTube channel, I'll try to post more if I find worthy subjects. __________________ Don't listen to me, obviously I don't understand what I'm talking about! Let's help each other save time and money: WinniGas.com

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bobkatfly Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Center Tuftonboro Posts: 364 Thanks: 56 Thanked 53 Times in 47 Posts	I bought my current boat from Peter Hare who I believe owns the Swallow, or maybe it's his family. Not sure. He gave us a tour inside with a bit of history as well. Very fascinating. __________________ Bob F Amherst till the big 66 comes (made it!) Winter Harbor/Mirror Lake till the big guy comes

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bobkatfly Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Center Tuftonboro Posts: 364 Thanks: 56 Thanked 53 Times in 47 Posts	A little history It's also on the National Register of Historic places. I think there's an old Winni thread with more discussion. https://www.nhhomemagazine.com/the-s...g-masterpiece/ __________________ Bob F Amherst till the big 66 comes (made it!) Winter Harbor/Mirror Lake till the big guy comes

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Dave R Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 2,984 Thanks: 246 Thanked 743 Times in 443 Posts	Always loved that place, it's beautiful. There's a similar structure called the Boldt Yacht House in Alexandria Bay, NY/1000 Islands (an easy and pretty 7ish hour drive from Winni) that's still in use as a boat house and contains an impressive boat collection that's open to the public. It's a great way to see how the Swallow Boat house used to be used. 1000 Islands is a place any Winnipesaukee fan would love too. Last edited by Dave R; 08-29-2023 at 07:40 AM.

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XCR-700 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: MA Posts: 1,342 Thanks: 757 Thanked 538 Times in 313 Posts	Anyone care to suggest the simplest/safest route from the Weirs? I spend most on my boating time on the southern half of the lake and havent been up that way in years. Thanks