78 Lake Drive South
New Fairfield, Connecticut 06812
- Beds
- 5
- Baths
- 3 | 1
- SqFt
- 3,718
- Acres
- 0.39
- Year Built
- 1946
- Neighborhood
- Candlewood Isle
- Property Type
- Single Family

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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
Active Listings
33
31 under contract
Median List Price
$649,900
33 active listings
Median Closed Price
$608,000
142 sales
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
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Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Oct 1, 2026per 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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