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Level, Direct Lakefront, Expansive Western Views, Beach On Candlewood Lake

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View from street to front of the house, automated garage and keyed door entry
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Back of the home with new blue stone paver porch
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10260.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Brookfield, CT
  • Candlewood Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Elephant's Trunk Flea Market
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Bear Mountain Reservation
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Office

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Level, Direct Lakefront, Expansive Western Views, Beach On Candlewood Lake



DO NOT SEND A BOOKING REQUEST! SEND AN INQUIRY FIRST! IF YOU SEND A BOOKING REQUEST FIRST, AND WE DO NOT AGREE ON THE BOOKING, YOU WILL HAVE TO CALL VRBO TO CANCEL.

Our precious home is a direct waterfront, 5+ bedroom property with expansive, western views of Candlewood Lake. Candlewood lake is Connecticut's largest lake, spanning 11 miles and covering 5420 acres. Only 70 miles to NYC, there is no better large lake this close to the tri-state area. Large backyard with boat dock and at least 25 yards of your own sandy beach. Private large boat dock- bring your own boat or rent one. The boat ramp is 10 minutes away. New beds, furnishing and floors. Furnished screen house. 3 full baths. Outdoor fire pit in summer (indoor wood-burning fireplace in winter). Garage and parking up to 6 cars. Top-of-the-line Oled TVs with Sonos system. Highly rated Casper and Avocado Green mattresses and pillows!

There is a gentle, indiscernible slope to lake from the downstairs level. The backyard is near-level, as opposed to the vast majority of rentals on this lake that require multiple stairs to get to the lake. The flat grade is perfect for both the very young and older guests, as well as the ability for outdoor games/activities.

We have updated our home in the spring of 2022, and we have updated the backyard landscaping in 2024.

Two-night rentals will be considered only on a case by case basis and not in the high seasons.

Price varies based on weekend/weekday, holidays, and season.

Bedroom 1 -King foam bed. Private bath. Bedroom. 2 - Queen foam. 3- 2 bunk beds (4beds total) Bedroom 4-Queen. Bedroom 5 - Queen.

There is one flight of stairs in the home.

Getting here is best by car. However, Uber/taxi from Danbury MetroNorth station (18minute drive) costs about 20 dollars. Brewster and Southeast are the closest MetroNorth stops on the Harlem line, about 20 minutes away and about 20 dollars. The Harlem line is always a direct train out of grand central station in Manhattan. The Danbury line is either direct (during return rush hour, for example) or requires one transfer, in South Norfolk.

The house uses a septic tank system, so significant water usage and long showers are discouraged.

Please note that although we no longer accept instant booking, and you would have to fill out a template questionnaire regarding out house rules before we accept the reservation. For example, we need to know the exact number and ages of the guests, strict enforcement of noise rules, absolutely no parties or events, limited water usage due to septic capacity concerns, and clear communication about number of day guests, which have to be limited. We have the right to cancel if we are not satisfied with any of your answers.


Please be aware that the home is protected externally by the Ring camera system.

A separate contract, stressing the house rules, must be signed before entering the premises.

Property manager

Kim and Chris

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 38
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
We are strict about this rule.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Depends, case by case basis
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only in designated areas
Please be aware the home is protected externally by the Ring camera system.
Quiet hours begin at 10PM. Day guests MUST be specified before we accept booking and at our discretion, will usually be 2-4 day guests allowed.
You MUST send an inquiry BEFORE sending request. Must completely accept our water restrictions due to the precarious septic situation.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We are strict about this rule.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Brookfield

Located in Brookfield, this holiday home is on the beach. Valley Golf Center and DiGrazia Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Cave and Ives Concert Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Richter Arts Center, or check out an event or a game at Danbury Sports Dome. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Brookfield, CT

What's nearby

  • Candlewood Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Elephant's Trunk Flea Market - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Western Connecticut State University - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Danbury Fair Mall - 16 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Bear Mountain Reservation - 21 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Brewster Train Station - 25 min drive
  • Danbury, CT (DXR-Danbury Municipal) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rein Osteria - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Biscotti's Ristorante - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Peachwave - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mangia Mangia Pizza & Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Moon Star Chinese Kitchen - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Level, Direct Lakefront, Expansive Western Views, Beach On Candlewood Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Level, Direct Lakefront, Expansive Western Views, Beach On Candlewood Lake ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Level, Direct Lakefront, Expansive Western Views, Beach On Candlewood Lake ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Level, Direct Lakefront, Expansive Western Views, Beach On Candlewood Lake located?

This Brookfield holiday home is on the beach, steps from Candlewood Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lions Park and Lake Lillinonah. Still River Greenway and Candlewood Plaza Shopping Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

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

Wonderful experience

3 kids and 6 adults had the best time. We kayak’d, swam, rented a boat, cooked out, fire pit, etc. highly recommend for a relaxing time.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

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

Fantastic for family vacation with small children

The beach with shallow lake to wade/swim in is perfect for kids who are new swimmers/not yet swimmers. Gorgeous property. Owners very responsive. Would definitely book again next year
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Annual Vacation

Amazing week on Candlewood Lake. Beautiful house, great location. Chris and Kim couldn't have better hosts! Can't wait til next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rorie S.

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

Great Views- Lovely House

Spacious comfortable house right on the water. We had a terrific time and all went smoothly with the rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey K.

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

Perfect 4th of July week

The house is perfect for families with young children! Doesn't get any better than direct lake access and a small beach. The perfect view for 4th of July fireworks. Did not want to leave !
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich R.

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

Candlewood Lake Family Vacation

The home was exactly as advertised. My family felt very comfortable and enjoyed our brief stay. The lakeside location and views were exquisite. Kim and Chris were very easy to work with, communicate with and very accommodating to our schedule. I would highly recommend their home to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Checks all the boxes!

We had a wonderful week here! After renting four times on Candlewood Lake, we finally found a house that checks all the boxes for us and our two adult children and their partners (and our priciest to date): 3 comfortable King/Queen beds (and more for guests), 3 full bathrooms, spacious kitchen and common areas. Screened in porch was delightful as was the comfy waterfront furniture under the shaded tree, dock, kayaks and small sandy beach water access. The flat yard is rare on Candlewood and a plus for our elderly parents who came to visit. Central location on the lake was helpful despite the heavy boat traffic on the weekends. Location is ideal for shopping and dining. Only drawback was the septic, a minor annoyance in an otherwise finally appointed home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie S.

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

Lakeside Luxury

Chris and Amy were terrific hosts, very responsive and attentive! Everything was just as advertised or better! The lake access was fantastic and everything inside was better than one could hope for! Good light, good air, great/comfy beds. We appreciated their accommodation for our family to stay together. Would love to do it again and again and again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave J., Pelham, NY, United States

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

Wonderful lakefront home

We are a family of five that just totally loved our week at this home. Terrific location, beautiful home and wonderful owners. Hope to be back again for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie G.

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

Spectacular Lakeside Vacay

We just returned from our Candlewood Lake vacation and couldn’t be happier. We fell in love with the lake and were very happy with our stay at this property. We enjoyed swimming, kayaking and paddle boarding. Fishing off the dock provided hours of entertainment for our 11 year old son and his friend. The house was perfectly located, had everything we needed and was very comfortable for our party of 6 adults and 2 boys. Kim and Chris were great hosts, very responsive and remained in contact throughout our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John Z.

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

Heart of Candlewood

The house was roomy and modern, and located at the heart of the lake. We had an excellent view of all the July 4th fireworks. We enjoyed that it was very near the Echo Marina from which we rented a boat just about everyday. We also enjoyed that we were able to walk 2 plus miles each day on flat and quiet streets.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison C.

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

Great long weekend!

Stellar view. Great place to get away and relax with the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ipek T.

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

Amazing time!

Our family of 5 and our nanny rented this house for a few weeks this summer. From start to finish, everything was wonderful. We were in communication with the owners, they are kind and responsive and helpful, very nice people. We met the next door neighbor who were very nice as well. We really enjoyed our time at Candlewood, the beach is beautiful and our kids enjoyed swimming and playing in the sand. We fished off the dock with the kids. We had 5 adults and 3 kids and the house fit us very comfortably and everyone had their own room to sleep. The community is beautiful, people are nice and fun and the community beach is clean. We had an amazing time and would love to be back! Thanks for being so kind and making us feel like we were home.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

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

You can’t beat Candlewood Lake in the summer!

Kim and Chris were wonderful hosts - very responsive and proactive with communication. It is hard to beat how beautiful Candlewood Lake is in the summer and this house is a great family base. Plenty of room for all of us to spread out, and kids loved the bunk beds! I loved the expansive views off the living room, screened-in porch and master. Neighborhood was great for morning strolls, and quiet at night. Getting out on the water in the kayak and on the paddle board was awesome, right off the beach! Thank you for the great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alma E.

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

Peaceful getaway

This is an absolutely beautiful place. The sunset aligns with the large living room window and the lake. It was such a peaceful and restful getaway from the city, also very safe and quiet. There is a lot of great hiking in the area for all levels. The communication with the owners was straightforward and easy. We said good-bye to 2020 in this wonderful house on the lake and in nature watching the birds. It was perfect.

10/10 Excellent

Sara W., Linwood

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

Great weekend getaway

The view from the main room is just amazing. Even in November we were able to use the kayaks. Lots of great hikes in the area. The house was clean and very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

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

Terrific family vacation house

The panoramic view of the lake from the living room is a spectacular first impression. And every night we enjoyed family games there. The bunk beds were a big hit, and the dock is so easy to launch from. A level yard, not always the case at Candlewood, made outdoor activities possible.

10/10 Excellent

Wiley C., New York, New York

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

A truly magical place

I use to be an ocean person my whole life but This place changed me. Wonderful house and location. Rented boats and pulled them up to the house. Went kayaking, relaxed in the sun and ate great food. The owners we super helpful and we definitely want to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin I.

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

Wonderful lake house

We stayed here for Thanksgiving with our family and a friends family. We were 4 adults and 4 kids and it slept us all very comfortably. We probably could have slept 4 more kids comfortably. We also exercised the kitchen heavily - it has two ovens and a good layout. And the living room upstairs has a great couch for conversation or watching the big screen. The views of the lake in mid-afternoon are phenomenal.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P., Milford NH

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

Amazing Lake house and Perfect for all ages!

What a fantastic week! This house is beautiful. It was so clean and comfortable with many amenities. Lots of space with comfortable bedroom options. As you walk into the home, the open concept and amazing views from to the lake is breathe taking. We so enjoyed the screen in porch too. The views were spectacular, and the water is so clean right off the private beach and excellent dock. We enjoyed many days playing and relaxing at the beautiful lake. We all swam the entire week. The waterfront and excellent dock make it fun jumping off and floating with tubes and noodles. We kayaked around the lake daily, the firepit provided campfire for making smores! Our family really enjoyed the back yard. It was easy to play frisbee and allow us to easily wheel my 93-year-old mother down to the lake. With beautiful trees for her to have shade and enjoy the days with us. I highly recommend this home for a family vacations, as there is plenty of room for everyone. Lastly, the owners are a pleasure to work with and is an outstanding communicator.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

pat m.

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

Great Lake Getaway

Great location on the lake. Rented a boat for tubing & skiing. Second time for this house. Memories made for me with my kids/grandkids. I had owned a house down the block! Familiar territory!

10/10 Excellent

Kristine A.

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

Relaxing by lake.

Very comfortable home that easily accommodated 8 adults. We never felt on top of each other. The views of the lake was spectacular. We will come again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tommy P.

Beautiful house beautiful view

We were a group of 12 and this house was perfect for us. Their is plenty of room within the 2 floors to give everyone their space without feeling crowded. It was immediately apparent that the owners put a lot of care into this home as it was well maintained and decorated beautifully. The icing on the cake for us was the amazing view of the lake you get from the large living room window. The pictures in the description are nice but it is not the same as actually seeing it. The view was beautiful. The owners were also great to communicate with and were very accommodating to our requests. The next time we are in the area our entire group would choose to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adele E.

Amazing home with a beautiful view

We had the most amazing weekend at this beautiful home. Not only was the house immaculate but it was decorated beautifully. The kitchen had everything you needed to make a great meal. The dining area which is right off of the kitchen, made entertaining so easy. There was so much space to hang out and so many different seating areas that we never felt crowded. I always have a difficult time sleeping on a strange bed but these beds were so comfortable! Honestly the best beds and pillows of any rental or hotel I’ve ever stayed in. We were 12 people- 3 couples and 6 kids. Each family had their own bedrooms and bathroom. When the kids got too noisy we were able to send them downstairs to play. The house is very kid friendly. On Saturday we hung by the lake and even though the weather is turning the kids were able to put on bathing suits and stick their feet in. In the evening we made s’mores which was a huge hit. I would so love to stay at this house again. It is so peaceful to have a morning coffee admiring the gorgeous view I’ll be dreaming about it for weeks! 5 stars!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kayla M.

Great property, GREAT VACATION!

We found this property on a whim and it was still be remodeled when we booked it. We took a gamble with not having current pictures of the property. It worked out great! The house and set up worked well for us. Nice quiet neighborhood. The waterfront is what makes this property the best. It is flat walkout to the water. This was crucial for us as we had little kids and elderly with us. The beach was small but very nice. It has a great dock. It does get busy with boat traffic but the swimming area was well protected by the large dock. Kayaks and a paddle board were provided and we enjoyed them a lot. Owners were great to work with. Very accommodating and helpful. They would check in periodically during our stay. They don’t have cable, they have Netflix and To be honest we never needed the TV anyway as we had so much fun without it. Beds were comfortable and would highly recommend this property to anyone looking to get away at Candlewood Lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Kim and Chris

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Why they chose this property

Candlewood Lake is a huge lake with outstanding bass fishing, close to NYC (70 miles). Western and open views on level property. The property is located In Brookfield, which is one of 5 counties surrounding the lake. Multiple stores and restaurants are within 15 minutes or less.

What makes this property unique

The house interiors have been remodeled with multiple upgrades and amenities! The house is designed to maximize and provide excellent entertaining areas in all parts of the house. The house has the most level access to the lake of any Candlewood Lake rental, great for elderly or children.

Languages:

English, Spanish