DIRECT WATERFRONT IN CANDLEWOOD TRAILS. This is a very rare find – a lakefront cottage with a dock in desirable Candlewood Trails. Much of the home is original and rustic, so some updating will be necessary. Septic was inspected by the owner 4/27/23 and functioned properly, so that not a concern! The covered porch off the living room along the front is perfect for lake and sunset gazing. The living room, open from the kitchen, has a high ceiling open to a loft area. That loft continues to another room that could be used for storage or some bunks. The branch railings add to that cozy lake-cottage feel. Lots of cupboards dot the house, no space has gone unused! The stone steps from the parking area to the lake were installed in the last couple of years, and are in excellent condition, all the way to the sea wall and your dock. There’s even a shed by the dock for all your water toys! No homes across the lake make for great stargazing and privacy. Offered for the first time in 40 years, this is being sold as-is and is in probate, but is very far along. Come make this place shine in time for summer fun. Candlewood Trails Association (CTA) includes a clubhouse, beach, docks and social events. Annual dues and assessments are $3,526. This covers road maintenance, trash pickup from Memorial Day to Labor Day, access to the private beach and drinking water. A one time initiation fee of $5,000 is due from the buyer at closing. A boat slip, if available, is $400. per season.
Sold for $640,000 on 07/13/23
$640,000
56 Lake Drive, New Milford, CT 06776
2beds
1,368sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
9,147.6 Square Feet Lot
$1,083,400 Zestimate®
$468/sqft
$4,904 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 17, 2023 at 01:32pm
Listed by:
Pat Catchpole,
William Raveis Real Estate
Bought with:
The Rick Distel Team at Compass, RES.0785950
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Buyer Agent: William Bolls, Co-Buyer Agent: Rick Distel
Compass Connecticut, LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170552266

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Basement: Partial
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,368
- Total interior livable area: 1,368 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 978
- Finished area below ground: 390
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Enclosed
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake, Dock or Mooring, Water Community
Lot
- Size: 9,147 sqft
- Features: Few Trees, Sloped
Details
- Parcel number: 1870047
- Zoning: R8
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Lake
Location
- Region: New Milford
- Subdivision: Candlewood Trails
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $3,526 annually
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Guest Parking, Lake/Beach Access
- Services included: Trash, Snow Removal, Water, Road Maintenance
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