Candlewood Lake Retreat w Private Dock

New Milford, Connecticut
$1686 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 15

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Night 1 nights

Min Stay

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Candlewood Lake Retreat with Private Dock, Game Room & Firepit

Escape to Candlewood Lake for peaceful mornings on the dock, sunset dinners on the patio, and unforgettable weekends with family and friends.

Designed for large families, multi-generational gatherings, and group getaways, this spacious retreat comfortably sleeps 13 guests and offers the perfect mix of lake adventure, relaxation, and gathering space for everyone to enjoy together.

Whether you're planning a summer lake vacation, milestone celebration, holiday gathering, wedding weekend, or cozy fall getaway, this home was designed for making lasting memories.

What Guests Love

* Private dock and waterfront cabana
* Kayaks, floaties, and swim pad included
* Spacious layout ideal for large groups
* Main-level king suite for grandparents or guests avoiding stairs
* Game room with ping pong and movie lounge
* Fully stocked kitchen for group meals and celebrations
* Firepit, hammock, and outdoor dining area
* Family-friendly amenities including toys, crib, and high chair
* Pet friendly ($100 per pet)
* Quiet cove setting on Candlewood Lake

Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 13)

First Floor:

* Bedroom 1: King bed with ensuite bathroom

Second Floor:

* Bedroom 2: Queen bed with ensuite bathroom, jetted tub, espresso bar, and private balcony
* Bedroom 3: Queen bed
* Bedroom 4: Double bed and twin bed
* Bedroom 5: Four twin beds, perfect for kids or groups

Inside the Home

* Bright great room with vaulted ceilings and fireplace
* Fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances
* Large dining area for shared meals
* Finished basement game room
* Dedicated workspace with desk and printer
* Fast WiFi, Roku TV, and family board games

Outdoor & Lake Experience

Spend your days kayaking, swimming, floating, fishing, or relaxing at your private lakefront parcel located directly across the street from the home.

Enjoy:

* Private dock and cabana
* Swim pad and kayaks
* Firepit with Adirondack seating
* Outdoor dining area
* BBQ grill
* Hammock
* Peaceful cove views and sunsets

Location

* 75 minutes from NYC
* Minutes to New Milford dining and shopping
* Close to hiking, breweries, boating, and local attractions
* Great year-round destination for lake vacations and relaxing escapes

Good to Know

* Private lake access is located directly across the street
* Children and pets should always be supervised near the road and lake
* Yard includes natural slopes and stairs
* Bedrooms are cooled with a combination of central AC and dedicated split-unit systems for personalized comfort throughout the home

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    3 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Cats And Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2500 Sq Ft (232 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair Office Printer
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Games Pool Or Billiards Table Table Tennis Video Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 15

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Review Review

  • Kerri K.

    Submitted Feb 2, 2026

    Stayed Jan 30, 2026

    This home was perfect for our college girls reunion weekend! It was clean, bright, fully stocked with everything you would need in the kitchen or bathroom. Everything was updated! The beds were comfortable :) Elizabeth and John were great hosts and communicated quickly with any questions we had. Would love to come back to this home in the summer and enjoy the lake area! Views were stunning even in the winter :)

  • Yuviny R.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2026

    Stayed Dec 30, 2025

    Everything it was great in the house

  • amy r.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2025

    Stayed Nov 14, 2025

    The house was perfect for my family celebrating a birthday. Clean and well equipped for a get away. Beautiful views!!!!

  • Suzy B.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2025

    Stayed Sep 1, 2025

    The house and property were beautiful! It was well appointed and supplied all necessities plus. The cabana and the extras like floating devices were great to have. We swam in the water and used the canoes. The basement was LOADED with fun games that everyone participated in. They even had a kids area, including toys for infants!! Communications with the host were very responsive. We had zero issues and enjoyed our stay here. We highly recommend this property!!!

  • Casey K.

    Submitted Jul 10, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    The house and hosts are absolutely incredible! Perfect for large groups or families. The basement adds a massive extra space for hangouts / activities / games without disrupting anyone asleep. House has everything you could want in a lake rental. The private lake area is great being in a cove, only downside of this property is the walk from the house to the steep steps going down to the water which would be tough for olde generations.

  • Ari W.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    Everything was great! Thank you!

  • Laura L.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    Wonderful! Elizabeth and John made everything seamless and enjoyable. Terrific location!

  • Teresa P.

    Submitted Apr 27, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    Four families can together to celebrate birthdays. We enjoyed the space immensely and would recommend it to others.

  • Jeremy M.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    We had a great time staying here. This house was perfect for our group, with plenty of space for an even larger group. We had two couples and two teenagers. It was nice having two master suites, so each couple had a spacious bedroom with their own full bath. Each of the teenagers had their own bedroom upstairs, and a full bath to share. We easily could’ve had a few more people, especially if they were kids. The kitchen was set up well for cooking, we made multiple meals, and had some local friends of ours over. The grill worked great, and there were extra propane bottles if we’d have needed them, which was a nice touch. We also had a nice little fire in the fire pit at the lake. Though it was a bit chilly the week we stayed for really enjoying the lake, it was well set up for swimming, kayaking, or chilling by the lake. The hosts were very communicative and easy to deal with, and the house was exactly as described. Everyone in our group said they’d stay there again, and recommend to others.

  • Dan M.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    The Hosts were extremely nice and helpful in the entire process. They answered questions and helped me understand the offering so I could book with confidence, The home is spacious and welcoming in design. Generous spaces throughout including a very nice kitchen and a basement gameroom that was very enjoyable. The outside seating areas were outstanding including a wonderful lakefront area to sit and enjoy the views. Book with confidence for a great experience. Dan and Kit

  • Susan R.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 12, 2024

    First I will say that the owners were communicative and the check in process was easy. They also had a website set up to add things like an early check in etc which was a nice touch. The house was clean as well. The house was fine, however I wouldn't say it was anything special. First the description of waterfront is doing a lot of work. The property is not on the lake because the lake is across a very busy road. Second what was provided was very bare bones. For instance there were no bathroom rugs. There was also nothing left out to clean the counter. Even for a short stay it would be nice to wipe off the table or the counter. Also two things we were looking forward to: 1. Being able to use the Nespresso machine but they were out of pods 2. Playing the arcade cabinet but the up arrow was broken it seems like a previous guest was a bit rough with it. In summary, the area is pretty and I'd consider staying at Candlewood Lake again but for the price we probably would not stay here.

  • Barbara and Chuck F.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2024

    Stayed Aug 18, 2024

    This home is quite lovely and the manager/owners were very responsive throughout booking and during our stay and were very easy to work with. The waterfront area is fantastic, however, it is across the main lake road, and while the speed limit is 25 mph, most cars are going well above that. There are quite a few stairs to get down to the waterfront which is not obvious from the listing photos. This presented a challenge for my 86 year old mother and sister with knee issues. So this is something to be aware of when planning the trip. The kitchen is very well stocked with cookware and the living room furniture very comfortable and held all of our guests. I would definitely recommend this property but with the road and stairs down to the waterfront, it may not be ideal for everyone.

  • Amy L.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    Despite not the best of weather, our entire family had an amazing time! The house is perfect for our extended family and the location is great! The lake area and toys made for entertainment and fun for all ages- there's something for everyone! Owners are super nice and responsive making us feel very comfortable with all the house amenities. Thanks for helping make some Great memories this summer!

  • Lynne S.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    The house was just as pictured and perfect for our family. We had our three sons, their wives and our 7 grandchildren. We spent many hours down at the lakeside, playing in the warm water. We also rented a boat from a nearby marina for a couple of days so it was nice to have the dock that could accommodate it. Overall, a great place for family fun!!

  • Roger C.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    Our family of 10 had a lovely time at this beautiful lake house. The house is comfortable, spotless and equipped with everything we needed. Lots of indoor and outdoor space and the play room in the basement was a bonus. Our hosts were so friendly and welcoming. They were quick to respond to any questions we had. The lake area with the dock and cabana was our favorite spot to hang out. We rented a pontoon boat on two days, and all enjoyed exploring the lake. This was a great vacation’s for all of us—we’d love to return sometime soon!and we hope to return soon.

  • Bobby

    Submitted May 30, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    This was a perfect long weekend getaway for 3 families of 4. John and Elizabeth were extremely responsive from the time we first inquired, to checking in, to when we left. They answered all our questions as quickly and easily. Check in / check out was a breeze. Regarding the property, the house itself was comfortable for the 12 of us, but we were really only there at night for dinner and morning when we woke up. We spent the entirety of the days at the lake across the street. We enjoyed grilling and eating outside at the house on the patio. Kids spent the mornings and evenings playing in the game room in the basement, while we hung out in the kitchen. At the lake there's a nice grassy area by the water that's about 50%-70% shaded during the day depending on the sun's position, so you can easily cool off in the shade if you'd like, or you can sit in the sun on the grass or on the dock. Also there's a cabana with seating, fans, electricity if you have infants or napping kids. The kids and 1 adult:) spent almost all of their time in the water or fishing. The water was gorgeous, (70+ degrees for end of May). Bottom had some rocks but was mostly sandy. For reference, water visibility was much better than Greenwood Lake (NY/NJ) and Sacandaga (NY), but not quite as good as Lake George, but super clean. The dock was great for hanging out, fishing, and held my 21' i/o perfectly. We would definitely book again! Thank you, EJ!

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Total

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$1,686+
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