Recommend a Lake House location

Soul_Glo · 03-28-2018, 12:35 AM

Last summer we stayed in a lake house in Austin TX. Apart from the odd two bit who broke the safety rules on the water when we rented a boat it was pleasant.

This year we're planning a few long trips such as a week in Rhode Island near fall and two weeks in NYC then two near Vermont.

I came across this article:

11 Great Places To Rent A Lake House—That You May Not Have Thought Of! - TripAdvisor Rentals

https://apple.news/AlKgqxQsmRYuoXr6aUcK-_Q

It has me thinking about lake house stays. What would you recommend?

I don't know what it is about the summer sun but I enjoy being around water like a beach or a lake. Two years ago we stayed in a beach house in Newport CA and then another one near Conorado Beach.

roastbeef · 03-28-2018, 01:17 AM

i haven't been yet, but renting a houseboat for a week and cruising around on lake powell has been in my mind. bbq's every day (we can do that here) and lots of beer.

this is just a random video i found, but it seems to be what its all about.

JerryW235 · 03-28-2018, 06:19 AM

Look into Lake Cumberland in Kentucky. House rentals available, houseboat rentals, cabins. Lot's of private coves, waterfalls, and not as crowded as some of the more well known and popular lakes. If you can find it online, BoatUS magazine just did a very similar article, and Smith Mountain Lake was on their list as well.

mecheng77 · 03-28-2018, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by roastbeef

i haven't been yet, but renting a houseboat for a week and cruising around on lake powell has been in my mind. bbq's every day (we can do that here) and lots of beer.

this is just a random video i found, but it seems to be what its all about.

Man I wish I was single LOL!

Josh (PA) · 03-28-2018, 08:22 AM

We have a cottage on Keuka Lake (one of the NY finger lakes). If you've never been, I highly recommend checking the area out. Water is pristine, surrounding area is gorgeous. Not to crowded, tons of wineries, breweries and distilleries for fun times. Fishing is really good too. Boat rentals for skiing, tubing, etc.

Here's a view from my dock:

Keuka Bluff Fall Foliage by Josh, on Flickr

R3dliner · 03-28-2018, 08:53 AM

Check out Lake George. One of the best lakes in upstate near NYC.
Newport RI is a great town with nice scenic views.

eatsleepboost · 03-28-2018, 09:03 AM

Lake Winnipesaukee in Nh is the most popular in new England and I have had plenty of fun there. You could look that up to compare to others.

P1 · 03-28-2018, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by mecheng77

Man I wish I was single LOL!

No need for that, just make sure you marry a hot woman.

FlaPatsFan · 03-28-2018, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by 37psi

Last summer we stayed in a lake house in Austin TX. Apart from the odd two bit who broke the safety rules on the water when we rented a boat it was pleasant.

This year we're planning a few long trips such as a week in Rhode Island near fall and two weeks in NYC then two near Vermont.

I came across this article:

11 Great Places To Rent A Lake House—That You May Not Have Thought Of! - TripAdvisor Rentals

https://apple.news/AlKgqxQsmRYuoXr6aUcK-_Q

It has me thinking about lake house stays. What would you recommend?

I don't know what it is about the summer sun but I enjoy being around water like a beach or a lake. Two years ago we stayed in a beach house in Newport CA and then another one near Conorado Beach.

OP, are you going with family/friends? Are you older/younger? Kids?

FlaPatsFan · 03-28-2018, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by R3dliner

Check out Lake George. One of the best lakes in upstate near NYC.
Newport RI is a great town with nice scenic views.

I totally agree!

I’ve been to Lake George tons of times in the summer, awesome place!

Same with Newport RI.....great choices R3!

///M Power-Belgium · 03-28-2018, 10:46 AM

Here...and make your dreams come true

RickFLM4 · 03-28-2018, 11:58 AM

I've been camping near Lake George several times (many years ago) and recommend it. I also agree with others about Newport RI. You will enjoy Newport better than any lake in RI. (I'm I'm FL now but grew up in RI.)

PoorLurker · 03-28-2018, 12:41 PM

Seems like somewhere in the pacific northwest would be fun.

qba335i · 03-28-2018, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by P1et

Quote:

Originally Posted by mecheng77

Man I wish I was single LOL!

No need for that, just make sure you marry a hot woman.

They all get old at some point

Soul_Glo · 03-28-2018, 01:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FlaPatsFan

Quote:

Originally Posted by 37psi

Last summer we stayed in a lake house in Austin TX. Apart from the odd two bit who broke the safety rules on the water when we rented a boat it was pleasant.

This year we're planning a few long trips such as a week in Rhode Island near fall and two weeks in NYC then two near Vermont.

I came across this article:

11 Great Places To Rent A Lake HouseÂ—That You May Not Have Thought Of! - TripAdvisor Rentals

https://apple.news/AlKgqxQsmRYuoXr6aUcK-_Q

It has me thinking about lake house stays. What would you recommend?

I don't know what it is about the summer sun but I enjoy being around water like a beach or a lake. Two years ago we stayed in a beach house in Newport CA and then another one near Conorado Beach.

OP, are you going with family/friends? Are you older/younger? Kids?

Wife and I. No kids. Late 30's.

P1 · 03-28-2018, 02:03 PM

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Originally Posted by qba335i

They all get old at some point

If you think the early 20s ones are the best catches out there, you have only been with girls and not women.

Trust me. They will teach you a thing or two...

Captain Blood · 03-28-2018, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by roastbeef

i haven't been yet, but renting a houseboat for a week and cruising around on lake powell has been in my mind. bbq's every day (we can do that here) and lots of beer.

this is just a random video i found, but it seems to be what its all about.

Is there enough water in lake Powell right now? I know they have had big issues.

KenB925 · 03-28-2018, 03:01 PM

Lake Tahoe!

FlaPatsFan · 03-28-2018, 05:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 37psi

Wife and I. No kids. Late 30's.

If you go in summer, definitely Lake George. My family rented a house on the lake for many years. We had boat, wave runners and lake access, it was a blast. Lots of tubing!!! And fun night life.

Newport RI is also a great choice like another poster suggested. When I was there lots to do and cool bars.

aozer · 03-28-2018, 07:56 PM

lake travis, but im partial to texas. plus the women are better looking here than in the northeast.

Milan · 03-28-2018, 08:59 PM

Coeur d' Alene, Pend Oreille

mecheng77 · 03-29-2018, 10:01 AM

If you want to take advantage of your dollar, check out Lake Muskoka. Good fun and warm water.

03-28-2018, 12:35 AM	#1
Soul_Glo Major General 13347 Rep 7,484 Posts Drives: G20 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Manhattan, NYC iTrader: (1)	Recommend a Lake House location Last summer we stayed in a lake house in Austin TX. Apart from the odd two bit who broke the safety rules on the water when we rented a boat it was pleasant. This year we're planning a few long trips such as a week in Rhode Island near fall and two weeks in NYC then two near Vermont. I came across this article: 11 Great Places To Rent A Lake House—That You May Not Have Thought Of! - TripAdvisor Rentals https://apple.news/AlKgqxQsmRYuoXr6aUcK-_Q It has me thinking about lake house stays. What would you recommend? I don't know what it is about the summer sun but I enjoy being around water like a beach or a lake. Two years ago we stayed in a beach house in Newport CA and then another one near Conorado Beach.
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roastbeef Lieutenant General 11586 Rep 12,728 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Orange County, CA iTrader: (4)	i haven't been yet, but renting a houseboat for a week and cruising around on lake powell has been in my mind. bbq's every day (we can do that here) and lots of beer. this is just a random video i found, but it seems to be what its all about. __________________ Instagram; @roastbeefmike
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JerryW235 Private First Class 112 Rep 131 Posts Drives: 2021 X7 40i; 2021 X3 M40i Join Date: Jul 2017 Location: Westminster, SC iTrader: (0)	Look into Lake Cumberland in Kentucky. House rentals available, houseboat rentals, cabins. Lot's of private coves, waterfalls, and not as crowded as some of the more well known and popular lakes. If you can find it online, BoatUS magazine just did a very similar article, and Smith Mountain Lake was on their list as well. __________________ "Horsepower is a terrible thing to waste."
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Josh (PA) Banned 230 Rep 265 Posts Drives: '11 135 vert, '13 x5, '03 e46 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Downingtown, PA iTrader: (0)	We have a cottage on Keuka Lake (one of the NY finger lakes). If you've never been, I highly recommend checking the area out. Water is pristine, surrounding area is gorgeous. Not to crowded, tons of wineries, breweries and distilleries for fun times. Fishing is really good too. Boat rentals for skiing, tubing, etc. Here's a view from my dock: Keuka Bluff Fall Foliage by Josh, on Flickr
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03-28-2018, 08:53 AM	#6
R3dliner Lieutenant Colonel 935 Rep 1,930 Posts Drives: 18 M3 6MT Join Date: Mar 2016 Location: NYC iTrader: (5)	Check out Lake George. One of the best lakes in upstate near NYC. Newport RI is a great town with nice scenic views.
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eatsleepboost Captain 420 Rep 656 Posts Drives: Evo Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Boston iTrader: (1)	Lake Winnipesaukee in Nh is the most popular in new England and I have had plenty of fun there. You could look that up to compare to others.
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RickFLM4 Brigadier General 10981 Rep 4,821 Posts Drives: M4 Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: PB County, FL iTrader: (0)	I've been camping near Lake George several times (many years ago) and recommend it. I also agree with others about Newport RI. You will enjoy Newport better than any lake in RI. (I'm I'm FL now but grew up in RI.) __________________ Current: 2018 SO/SS F83 ZCP Gone: 2015 SO/SO F82
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PoorLurker Custom User Title 1137 Rep 675 Posts Drives: a bicycle Join Date: May 2015 Location: Orange County, CA iTrader: (0)	Seems like somewhere in the pacific northwest would be fun.
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KenB925 Second Lieutenant 1124 Rep 265 Posts Drives: ZL1, Raptor Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Bay Area, CA iTrader: (0)	Lake Tahoe!
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aozer Lieutenant 995 Rep 598 Posts Drives: M235i Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Texas iTrader: (0)	lake travis, but im partial to texas. plus the women are better looking here than in the northeast.
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mecheng77 Colonel 1006 Rep 2,243 Posts Drives: 2007 328i / 2014 M235i Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: Ontario Canada iTrader: (0) Garage List [0.00] [0.00]	If you want to take advantage of your dollar, check out Lake Muskoka. Good fun and warm water. Attached Images
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