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Candlewood Lake Retreat; Dock, Game Room & Firepit

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Experience lakeside luxury at this expansive Candlewood Lake vacation home, where you can relax in the spacious great room with a fieldstone fireplace or unwind on the stone patio with sunset views. Perfect for large groups, enjoy private access to a lakeside parcel and cabana, perfect for boating or taking in peaceful surroundings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Candlewood Lake Retreat; Dock, Game Room & Firepit

Lakefront Family Retreat on Candlewood Lake — Dock, Game Room & Pet Friendly

Welcome to your Candlewood Lake escape — perfect for families, friends, multi-generational groups, and pet lovers seeking space, serenity, and private lake access without sacrificing comfort.

Whether you're here for a milestone celebration, a summer swim, or cozy fall nights by the fire, this spacious, thoughtfully equipped home sets the scene for unforgettable memories.

What Guests Love

* Private lake parcel with dock & cabana just across the street — great for kayaking, swimming, floating, fishing, or watching sunsets.
* Main-level king suite with ensuite bath — ideal for grandparents or guests avoiding stairs.
* Soaring great room with vaulted ceiling, fieldstone fireplace, and sliders to a stone patio.
* Finished basement game room with movie lounge, Nintendo Switch, ping pong, and kids' nook.
* Fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and dining space for 10.
* Kid- and pet-friendly with fenced yard, toys, high chair, and baby gear.
* Exceptional hosting — known for fast responses, spotless spaces, and attention to detail.

Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 13)

* Bedroom 1 – First Floor: King bed + ensuite bath (perfect for easy access)
* Bedroom 2 – Second Floor: Queen bed + ensuite bath, balcony, espresso bar, jetted tub
* Bedroom 3 – Second Floor: Queen bed
* Bedroom 4 – Second Floor: Double bed + Twin bed
* Bedroom 5 – Second Floor: Four Twin beds (ideal kids' room)

Inside the Home

* Great Room: Vaulted ceilings, fieldstone fireplace, and lake-view patio access
* Kitchen & Dining: Fully equipped gourmet kitchen, breakfast nook, large dining table, plus workspace with desk & printer
* Entertainment: Smart TV, Bluetooth sound system, board games, kids' toys, and a basement loaded with fun

Outdoor Living

* Private lakefront parcel: Just across the street with dock, cabana, kayaks, swim pad, and floaties
* Stone patio: Lounge seating, dining area, and gorgeous sunset views
* Yard: Lawn games, hammock, BBQ grill, and partially fenced pet area

Practical Notes

Guest have access to entire house except garage.

Lake Access: The private lakefront parcel — with dock, cabana, swim mat, and kayaks — is just across the street from the house. It’s about a 20-step walk through a stone archway down to the water.

Road Crossing: Guests must cross a two-lane road to access the lake parcel. While not a highway, cars can move quickly, especially on weekends. Please use extra caution and closely supervise children and pets during crossings.

Mobility Considerations: The first-floor master suite with ensuite bath offers a step-free stay for guests with limited mobility.

The yard has a natural slope and stone steps leading to outdoor spaces and the lake area.

Safety & Convenience: Life vests, extra linens, cleaning supplies, and pet/kid gear provided

Location Highlights

*75 minutes from NYC**
* Close to dining, shopping, and entertainment in **New Milford**
* Ideal for weekend escapes or longer, relaxing getaways

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

By accepting your reservation, you agree to follow our house rules and respond to inbox inquiries within 24 hours of booking confirmation.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Map
New Milford, CT

What's nearby

  • Candlewood Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Elephant's Trunk Flea Market - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Sacred Heart University - 50 min drive - 50.2 km
  • Yale University - 56 min drive - 67.1 km
  • Fairfield University - 57 min drive - 56.1 km

Getting around

  • Brewster Train Station - 26 min drive
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cumberland Farms - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Candlewood Lake Retreat; Dock, Game Room & Firepit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Candlewood Lake Retreat; Dock, Game Room & Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Candlewood Lake Retreat; Dock, Game Room & Firepit?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Candlewood Lake Retreat; Dock, Game Room & Firepit located?

This family-friendly New Milford vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Candlewood Lake and Elephant's Trunk Flea Market. Valley Golf Center and Lovers Leap State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Candlewood Lake Retreat; Dock, Game Room & Firepit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ari W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get together

Everything was great! Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family birthday weekend

Wonderful! Elizabeth and John made everything seamless and enjoyable. Terrific location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Multi-Family Getaway!

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.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family birthdays celebration

Four families can together to celebrate birthdays. We enjoyed the space immensely and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ray J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Candlewood Dream Vacation

What a fabulous location on the lake! The house was awesome and the owners were perfect 👍
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M., Fairfield, CT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place on the lake

We stayed for a quick Labor Day weekend celebration with friends and family. The house and location on the lake was perfect for entertaining. Can’t wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jared N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay

Stayed just one night at this very nice home. Everything was very clean and neat. They owners even left a bottle of wine for us!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property!!

Amazing property, gorgeous home! Comfortably spacious for 10+ adults, great layout and tons of parking space! Homeowners were easily accessible and super helpful! Absolutely recommend this house & will be back next year!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location, house and property!!!

We loved our stay here, the lake is just stunning and the house is very comfortable and thoughtful in how they stocked everything. We had a small breath work retreat at my healing center, and this is where we housed the facilitators and a few guests and it was the perfect spot for lake access and meals. Highly recommend! The hosts were so nice and accommodating to all of our needs!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family vacation

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!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staci A., Middletown, New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

The home is beautiful on a great piece of property. Lots of amenities and well stocked kitchen and games galore. Fun for multiple families.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeside Weekend

Our group had an absolutely wonderful time at the house. It is well appointed and the views of the lake were fantastic. The hosts did a great job of communicating. I would definitely recommend the house and would stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Staff Retreat

Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house & great location!

We loved this house! Everything was exactly as described and our family enjoyed our time here. Having the dock across the street for our boat was so great! Elizabeth & John were quick to respond to any questions we had before checking in and provided a wonderful spot for our family vacation. We hope to be back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tasha K., Columbus, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Weekend

The house was perfect for our family - with 5 kids ranging from 6-12 they were entertained all weekend between the lake and the basement activities. The house was clean and the beds were very comfortable. John and Elizabeth were great to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful home with a great lakefront environment

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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

There's something for everyone at this house!

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home, Great Location

We were excited about this home based on the pictures and found it to be even better in person. Every room was fresh and clean, the house was well stocked with everything we needed, and the lakefront property and cabana kept us occupied all day. Conveniently located with grocery stores and shops nearby. The house is spacious enough to hold a large group very comfortably. I highly recommend this property and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nirav S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love the house,location and host

House was as per all images and descriptions. Had a smooth process from booking to entering the house of every step. Perfect host to accommodate all your questions and needs. I would go again with my friends. Thank you Elizabeth and John for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Nilgun Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great fun on the lake!

This house is large and can accommodate groups of all sizes. It is super dog-friendly which is great when traveling with pets. The house is equipped with everything you need, including two kayaks which we really enjoyed. The house is located across the street from the lake but the private dock was awesome for jumping into the lake and enjoying a glass of wine at sunset.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Stay on Candlewood Lake

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property, would stay again.

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shari K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun weekend

We had a wonderful time at the house with our friends. The house is very clean and both the master bedroom mattress on the first floor and the second floor are super comfortable . We didn’t use the other rooms. It has a great view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

jenna c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway

We had a great time at this property. Plenty of space and activities for the kids, great air conditioning and hot water heater, amazing laundry room, beautiful lake with paddle boat. One area of concern for us was how bright every room was early in the morning with no curtains or room darkening ability. We also had to get creative with the sleeping arrangements as well since 2 of the beds are futons and one was on the floor without a base. Overall, we had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful late August vacation

Our extended family lucked out in the weather! The hot and sunny days meant we spent a lot of time by the dock on the lake. The kids (ages 4 to 12) caught many small fish right off the dock and spent many happy hours on the floating mat. The adults enjoyed the lounging in the shade and the cabana was nice for storing our things. The location of the house on a quiet cove was ideal. It was also only a short drive to the marina and restaurant. House was clean with comfortable beds. A very enjoyable few days for all my family!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022