8 Sunset Trail
New Fairfield, Connecticut 06812
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1
- SqFt
- 1,171
- Acres
- 0.23
- Year Built
- 1935
- Neighborhood
- Candlewood Isle
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Coveted, iconic Candlewood Isle cottage has been thoughtfully reimagined as a contemporary lakehouse, just steps from the waterfront. The sun-drenched, open-concept main level features oversized wraparound windows, cathedral ceilings, and skylights, creating a light-filled sanctuary with breathtaking year-round lake views. This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat offers an exceptional opportunity to embrace the quintessential Candlewood Lake lifestyle. The finished walkout lower level provides valuable additional living space, with a versatile family room ideal for entertaining, movie-watching, unwinding after a day on the water, or accommodating overnight guests. Outdoors, a newly added wraparound bluestone patio creates the perfect setting for morning coffee and sunset gatherings. A charming Barn Yard shed offers abundant storage for lake toys, tools, and seasonal clothing and equipment. Thoughtfully updated, this lovingly landscaped property showcases a beautiful new 2025 kitchen featuring a gas range, seamlessly blending modern convenience with the warmth and character of a classic lake cottage. F or 100 years, life on Candlewood Isle had been defined by a rare sense of privacy, community, and connection to the water. Residents now enjoy an impressive array of private amenities, including a private beach, marina with available boat slips, clubhouse, tennis and pickleball courts, basketball court, playground, summer camp, and a full calendar of year-round fun
Key Facts
- City/Town
- New Fairfield
- Neighborhood
- Candlewood Isle
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Cottage
- Year Built
- 1935
- Days on Market
- 0 days
- Beds
- 2
- Baths
- 1 full
- Living Area
- 1,171 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.23 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 2 total
- Property Taxes
- $8,478 / Annually
- HOA Fee
- $700 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The New Fairfield Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
36
31 under contract
Median List Price
$682,000
36 active listings
Median Closed Price
$600,000
146 sales
Median Days on Market
55
36 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$304
36 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.0%
146 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$599,000
vs $682,000 median
12.2% below median
Price / Sq Ft
$512
vs $304 median
68.4% above median
Days on Market
0 days
vs 55 days median
55 days fresher than median
Based on 36 active and 146 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in New Fairfield. Source: SmartMLS · As of August 9, 2026.
Location
8 Sunset Trail, New Fairfield, Connecticut
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Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Aug 6, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$3,089
- Property Taxes$707
- Insurance$200
- HOA$58
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- New Fairfield
- Neighborhood
- Candlewood Isle
- County
- Fairfield
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Cottage
- Year Built
- 1935
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 1,171 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Consolidated
- Middle
- Meeting House
- High
- New Fairfield
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- Oil
- Cooling
- Ceiling FansCentral Air
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Laundry
- Main Level
- Laundry Location
- main level
- Appliances
- Gas CooktopOven/RangeRefrigeratorWasherDryer
- Basement
- FullHeatedPartially FinishedFull With Walk-Out
- Interior Features
- Open Floor Plan
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.23 acres
- Zoning
- 1
- Garage / Parking
- 2 total parking spacesPavedOff Street Parking
- Waterfront Details
- Walk to WaterBeach RightsViewAccess
- Water Source
- Private Well
- Sewer
- Septic
- Construction
- Clapboard
- Color
- black
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Masonry
- Exterior Features
- Patio
- Lot Description
- Level LotProfessionally LandscapedWater View
HOA / Association
- Fee
- $700 / Annually
- Amenities
- Basketball CourtBocci CourtClub HousePlayground/Tot LotSecurity ServicesTennis Courts
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $8,478 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 0
- MLS #
- 24196914
- MLS Status
- Active
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