Date
Details
Price
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Source
10/10/2026
Listed
$2,150,000
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Property Description
Offered for the first time in nearly 50 years, this Adirondack style waterfront home exudes 1940's lake cottage charm with unparalleled waterfront access in perhaps Candlewood Lake's most sought-after lakefront community - Candlewood Isle. Steps from the water's edge with commanding western exposure, this remarkable home offers a timeless era of lakeside living in a profoundly peaceful and private setting. Set amidst lush gardens, gorgeous stonework, and coveted level lawns right above the water. Brimming with timeless character, this home offers sprawling, light filled spaces, exceptional vintage craftsmanship, and a rare canvas of incredibly scaled rooms that will fill you with nostalgic warmth. The large, well-appointed eat-in kitchen offers sliders out to a peaceful back deck for morning coffee - complimented by a huge pantry. The layout flows seamlessly to a gracious dining room that features walls of glass looking out to the water and french doors out to a covered back lakeside porch. An adjacent living room offers a wood burning fireplace, fantastic built-in seating, and a massive picture window framing the lake like a living piece of art. The main floor also includes a primary bedroom suite with rear sliders to the porch, a powder room, a bedroom/office, and a laundry room. Upstairs, there are two large bedroom suites - one with a sitting room and fireplace, ample closet storage, and incredible custom built-ins throughout.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 78 Lake Dr S
General
- Price: $2,150,000
- Taxes: $3,471 (July 2026-June 2027)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24212082
- Updated: 10/10/2026
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Rooms/Areas: Foyer, Laundry Room, Sitting Room, Workshop
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Primary Suite: Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Sliders, Wall/Wall Carpet, Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Lower
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Main
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor, Upper
- Bedroom 4: Bedroom - Fireplace, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Beams, Built-Ins, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Eat In Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen - Pantry, Sliders, Tile Floor, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Game room: Yes
- Game Room: Rec/Play Room - Wet Bar, Slate Floor, Lower
- Rec Room: Wet Bar, Slate Floor, Lower
- Laundry: Main Level
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Detached Garage
Location
- County: Fairfield
- Neighborhood: Candlewood Isle
- Driving Directions: Rte 39 to Candle Isle Cseway to Lake Dr S
School Information
- Elementary School: Meeting House Hill
- Middle School: New Fairfield
- High School: New Fairfield
Community
- Community Name: Candlewood Isle
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Hot Air, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Domestic
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: Full, Heated, Partially Finished, Full With Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 3,718
- Above Ground: 2,792 Sq. Ft.
- Below Ground: 926 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1946
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.39
- Zoning: 1
- Lot Description: Level Lot, Sloping Lot, Water View
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Lake
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $1,335,100
- Tax Amount: $3,471
- Tax Year: July 2026-June 2027
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 222977
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., The Will Stuart Team, William Stuart
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Schools
Schools serving 78 Lake Dr S
School District:New Fairfield School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Consolidated School 24 Gillotti Road, New Fairfield, CT 06812 | PK-2 | 2.5 mi |
Meeting House Hill School 24 Gillotti Road, New Fairfield, CT 06812 | 3-5 | 2.5 mi |
New Fairfield Middle School 56 Gillotti Road, New Fairfield, CT 06812 | 6-8 | 2.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 78 Lake Dr S
Tax History
Tax History for 78 Lake Dr S
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$35,153
26%
$1,335,100
75%
2023
$27,898
5%
$763,900
—
2023
$26,660
7%
$763,900
—
2022
$24,804
3%
$763,900
—
2021
$24,055
3%
$763,900
—
2020
$23,296
4%
$761,800
5%
2019
$22,313
1%
$722,100
—
2018
$22,082
3%
$722,100
—
2017
$21,533
4%
$722,100
—
2016
$20,710
1%
$722,100
—
2015
$20,602
5%
$722,100
-4%
2014
$19,628
2%
$752,600
—
2011
$19,297
—
$752,600
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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