Listed by Maxfield Real Estate/Center Harbor · Mark Ashley · 603-253-9360
Single Family Residence · Tuftonboro, NH
68 Cow Island, Tuftonboro, NH
$749,000
$799,000 · changed Aug 23, 2026
Est. $3,787/mo · 20% down, 30-yr, 6.5% (Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not MLS data)
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 2
- Sq Ft
- 976
- Built
- 1980
- MLS®
- #5102986
Property Description
Offered at $749,000, this Tuftonboro single-family home at 68 Cow Island pairs New Hampshire living with everyday convenience. It counts 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 976 square feet of living space. The format is the classic one — a standalone home with no association between you and your plans for it. Beyond the basics, the listing carries a 0.99-acre lot, 1980 construction and roughly $767 per square foot. Everything below — photos, details, schools and market data — updates live from the MLS. Browse more homes for sale in Tuftonboro.
Escape to the charm of island living with this beautifully maintained cottage on historic Cow Island in Lake Winnipesaukee. Thoughtfully cared for, fully furnished and move-in ready, this inviting retreat offers an open-concept design with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, warm pine interior, and a well-appointed kitchen featuring cherry cabinetry and included appliances. Natural light fills the living space, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for relaxing or entertaining. The main cottage offers two bedrooms and a 3/4 bath, while the separate bunkhouse provides additional guest accommodations complete with its own 3/4 bath and a washer and dryer, offering flexibility for family and visitors. A recently added UV water filtration system provides clean drinking water. Step outside to the spacious lakeside deck overlooking the level yard, where just a few easy steps lead to the sandy-bottom shoreline. Enjoy swimming, boating, and lakeside gatherings from the 6' x 45' dock with a swim platform at the end. Set in a protected cove with picturesque lake views, the property offers an ideal setting to enjoy everything Lake Winnipesaukee has to offer. Located on the second-largest non-bridged island on the lake, approximately 520-acre Cow Island is known for its scenic hiking trails, rich history, and peaceful setting while remaining conveniently accessible from several nearby marinas. If you're looking for a place to create lasting memories on the lake, this exceptional island property offers a wonderful opportunity to experience the unique lifestyle of Lake Winnipesaukee.
Location Highlights
68 Cow Island is a single family residence in Tuftonboro, New Hampshire, listed at $749,000. That works out to about $767 per square foot, for a home built in 1980. It has been on the market for 3 months.
From here it is 21.3 miles to Downtown Plymouth / Main Street and 24.5 miles to Owl's Nest Resort. At this latitude, Tuftonboro averages roughly 8.4 hours of sun a day in June and 3.6 in December.
Source: zoned school names are PrimeMLS listing data; distances, sun exposure and school facts are Owl’s Nest Real Estate additions (school facts from the NCES, U.S. Department of Education) — not PrimeMLS data.
Property Details
Essentials & finishes
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Total Baths
- 2
- SqFt
- 976
- Price / SqFt
- $767.42
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1980
- County
- NH-Carroll
- Town
- Tuftonboro, NH
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 78
Primary Features
- County
- NH-Carroll
- Property Type
- Residential
- Year Built
- 1980
- Zoning
- ISC-IS
Interior Features
- Appliances
- Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Stove, Washer
- Basement
- No
- 1/4 Baths
- 0
- 3/4 Baths
- 2
- Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
- Electric
- 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Flooring
- Wood
- Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Wood, Wood Stove
- Interior Features
- Blinds, Dining Area, Wood Fireplace, Furnished, Kitchen/Dining, Laundry Hook-ups, Living/Dining, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatment, 1st Floor Laundry
- Rooms - Total
- 5
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Above Grade
- 976
- SqFt-Approximate Finished Below Grade
- 0
- SqFt Approximate Total Finished
- 976
- SqFt Approximate Total
- 976
Financial Details
- Electric Company
- NH Electric Co-op
- Tax - Gross Amount
- $3,530
- Tax Year
- 2025
- Taxes TBD
- No
Additional
- Construction Status
- Existing
- Construction
- Wood Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Covenants
- Unknown
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pre-Construction
- No
- Property Sub Type
- Single Family Residence
- Seasonal
- Yes
- Total Stories
- One
- Surveyed
- Yes
- Timeshare/Fractional Ownership
- No
External Features
- Driveway
- None
- Exterior Features
- Boat Slip, Deck, Dock, Natural Shade, Outbuilding, Private Dock
- Foundation
- Post/Piers, Skirted
- Garage
- No
- Lot Features
- Country Setting, Level, Island
- Lot - Acres
- 0.99
- Lot - SqFt
- 43,124
- Road Frontage Type
- None
- Road Frontage
- No
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Sewer
- 750 Gallon, Leach Field, Existing Leach Field, Leach Field On-Site, Private, On-Site Septic Exists, Septic Tank
- Utilities
- Other, Phone Available
- Water Source
- Private, Lake/Pond, Ultraviolet
- Water Body Type
- Lake
MLS®: PrimeMLS #5102986; Listed by Maxfield Real Estate/Center Harbor · Mark Ashley · 603-253-9360
Property History
Estimated annual taxes for this property
- 2024
- $12,733
- 2023
- $12,415
- 2022
- $12,096
Source: Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate from the list price at New Hampshire’s average effective tax rate — not PrimeMLS or town assessor data. Verify with the town assessor.
Market Data
Live snapshot computed by Owl’s Nest Real Estate from PrimeMLS IDX active listings in this town
- Active listings in Tuftonboro
- 47
- Average list price
- $945,892
- Price range
- $119,000 – $4,150,000
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Estimated Monthly Payment
$5,004/ mo
- Principal & Interest
- $3,787
- Property Tax
- $1,061
- Home Insurance
- $156
Source: Owl’s Nest Real Estate estimate, not PrimeMLS data. Estimates use typical New Hampshire costs — a 1.7% effective property-tax rate, insurance at 0.25% of home value/yr, and PMI below 20% down. Actual town tax rates vary; verify with your lender and the town assessor.
Around This Property
Schools, everyday places and nearby destinations near 68 Cow Island, Tuftonboro, NH
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Questions About This Listing
How much does 68 Cow Island cost?
68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH is listed for $749,000 on PrimeMLS.
That is about $767 per square foot of finished living space.
It came on the market on August 3, 2026.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 68 Cow Island have?
68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in 976 square feet of finished living space.
What type of home is 68 Cow Island?
68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH is a single-family home built in 1980.
The MLS lists its style as Cottage/Camp, with one story.
The MLS marks it as a seasonal property, so check year-round access and systems.
What town is 68 Cow Island in?
68 Cow Island is in Tuftonboro, New Hampshire 03894, in Carroll County.
Our Lake Winnipesaukee guide covers Tuftonboro and the surrounding towns.
What is the lot size of 68 Cow Island?
68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH sits on 0.99 acres, per the MLS.
The lot is described as country setting, level and island.
Zoning: ISC-IS.
The MLS says the lot has been surveyed.
The MLS lists it as outside a flood zone.
What are the annual property taxes for 68 Cow Island?
Annual property taxes on 68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH are $3,530 for the 2025 tax year, per the MLS.
New Hampshire towns set their own tax rates and revalue periodically, so confirm the current bill with the Tuftonboro assessing office.
What heating and cooling does 68 Cow Island have?
68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH is heated by baseboard, electric, wood and wood stove, per the MLS.
Cooling: wall unit(s).
What are the water and sewer systems at 68 Cow Island?
68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH has a private septic system, per the MLS.
MLS details — water: private, lake/pond and ultraviolet; sewer: 750 gallon, leach field, existing leach field, leach field on-site, private, on-site septic exists and septic tank.
Electric: 200+ amp service and circuit breakers (NH Electric Co-op).
Other utilities: phone available.
Plan a water test and septic inspection during your inspection period.
Does 68 Cow Island have a basement?
No. The MLS lists no basement at 68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH.
What are the key features of 68 Cow Island?
Inside, the MLS lists these features at 68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH: blinds, dining area, wood fireplace, furnished, kitchen/dining, laundry hook-ups, living/dining and vaulted ceiling(s).
Outside: boat slip, deck, dock, natural shade, outbuilding and private dock.
Flooring: wood.
Listed appliances: dryer, microwave, refrigerator, electric stove and washer; confirm which ones convey in the purchase agreement.
Is 68 Cow Island a waterfront property?
Yes. The MLS lists 68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH as a waterfront property on a lake.
The MLS lists a dock and private dock.
Confirm frontage, shoreland rules and any dock or beach rights during due diligence.
Is 68 Cow Island still for sale?
Yes. 68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH is listed as Active on PrimeMLS (MLS #5102986).
Status can change quickly; contact us to confirm availability before you visit.
Which brokerage has 68 Cow Island listed?
68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH is listed by Mark Ashley of Maxfield Real Estate/Center Harbor (603-253-9360).
Owl's Nest Real Estate shows it through the PrimeMLS IDX feed; we are not the listing brokerage.
How does the price of 68 Cow Island compare with other Tuftonboro listings?
At $749,000, 68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH is priced below the $829,000 median asking price of the 35 single-family homes for sale in Tuftonboro on PrimeMLS as of November 3, 2026 (this listing included).
That figure is Owl's Nest Real Estate's analysis of active listings, and asking prices are not sale prices — ask us for recent comparable sales before you make an offer.
How can I see 68 Cow Island in person?
To see 68 Cow Island in Tuftonboro, NH, use Request a Showing on this page or call Owl's Nest Real Estate at 401-648-5308.
We can show any MLS-listed home and represent you as your buyer's agent; the listing brokerage represents the seller.
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