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78 Lake Drive South

New Fairfield, Connecticut 06812

COMING SOON - NEW$2,150,000
Beds
5
Baths
3 | 1
SqFt
3,718
Acres
0.39
Year Built
1946
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Waterfront2-Car Garage2 Fireplaces

About This Home

Offered for the first time in nearly 50 years, this Adirondock 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. 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.

Key Facts

City/Town
New Fairfield
Neighborhood
Candlewood Isle
Property / Style
Single Family · Cape Cod
Year Built
1946
Days on Market
0 days
Beds
5
Baths
3 full · 1 half
Living Area
3,718 sq ft
Lot Size
0.39 acres
Garage / Parking
2 garage
Property Taxes
$36,769 / Annually

Market Snapshot

The New Fairfield Market

Single Family · trailing 12 months

Median Days on Market

50

33 active listings

Median $ / Sq Ft

$300

33 active listings

Sale-to-List Ratio

100.0%

142 sales

How this home compares

List Price

$2.15M

vs $649,900 median

3.3× the median

Price / Sq Ft

$578

vs $300 median

92.7% above median

Days on Market

0 days

vs 50 days median

50 days fresher than median

Based on 33 active and 142 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in New Fairfield. Source: SmartMLS · As of October 7, 2026.

Location

78 Lake Drive South, New Fairfield, Connecticut

Property + 12 nearby

Estimate Your Payment

Estimated Monthly Payment

Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED
$15,549

per month

  • Principal & Interest$11,768
  • Property Taxes$3,064
  • Insurance$717
  • HOA$0

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
Cape Cod
Year Built
1946
New Construction
No/Resale
Living Area
3,718 sq ft
Below Grade
926 sq ft

Schools

Elementary
Meeting House Hill
High
New Fairfield

Interior

Heating
Hot Air
Heat Fuel
Oil
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces
2
Laundry
Main Level
Appliances
Electric RangeRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherDryer
Basement
FullHeatedPartially FinishedFull With Walk-Out
In-Law Apartment
PossibleLower Level
Additional Rooms
FoyerLaundry RoomSitting RoomWorkshop

Exterior & Lot

Lot Size
0.39 acres
Zoning
1
Garage / Parking
2 garage spacesDetached Garage
Waterfront
Direct waterfront
Waterfront Details
Lake
Water Source
Private Well
Sewer
Septic
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Foundation
Stone
Lot Description
Level LotSloping LotWater View

Listing & Financials

Property Taxes
$36,769 / Annually
Days on Market
0
MLS #
24212082
MLS Status
Coming Soon

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Listed By

William Stuart

(203) 788-0641

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(203) 438-9501

This information is believed to be accurate, but without warranty.

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Data last updated on 10/7/2026 at 1:25 AM UTC.