Long Bay-Laconia
A private gated Paugus Bay community with a slightly quieter, more polished detached-home feel and a strong lakeside amenity package.
The feel of Long Bay-Laconia
Long Bay tends to appeal to buyers who want the amenity logic of South Down Shores but with a somewhat more boutique, refined tone. The setting still delivers beaches, docks, clubhouse energy, and lake access, but the overall feel often lands as calmer and more residential.
For many buyers, that balance is the magic. You can still live the full lake-community rhythm, but the neighborhood presentation feels a touch more tucked-in and polished, especially for buyers who like detached-home living inside a gated community.
Community feel
Long Bay sits on about 100 acres with roughly 1,200 feet of shorefront on Paugus Bay. That gives it real waterfront credibility while still feeling manageable and intentionally designed.
Amenity mix
Public community descriptions consistently point to two white-sand beaches, a heated pool with sun patio, cabana, community docks, tennis courts, clubhouse space, ponds, and walking trails.
Why buyers choose it
Long Bay often wins with buyers who want a private-community atmosphere and strong lake-lifestyle infrastructure, but do not necessarily want the larger-scale feel of some neighboring developments.
Quick highlights
- Private gated community on Paugus Bay with a strong detached-home presence.
- Approximately 1,200 feet of shoreline across a 100-acre setting.
- Two beaches, heated pool, cabana, community docks, tennis, trails, and clubhouse amenities.
- A compelling option for buyers who want an amenity-rich but slightly calmer community vibe.
Research notes
- Public descriptions position Long Bay as the sister gated community adjacent to South Down Shores.
- Amenity references consistently include beaches, pool, docks, tennis, ponds, and walking trails.
- This is a strong compare-and-contrast option for buyers exploring lake-access communities in Laconia.
