**Highest & Best offers due by Monday 5/19 at 10am. ** Welcome to your perfect lakeside retreat in the highly sought-after Candlewood Shores community in Brookfield, CT. This charming ranch-style home offers the best of both worlds-peaceful, one-level living with the bonus of a fully finished walkout lower level. Currently configured as a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence, this home can easily be converted back to its original 3-bedroom layout to suit your needs. The inviting main level features a spacious living area, beautiful hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with custom cabinetry, a lovely sun filled dining room, and a screened-in porch that offers year-round views of beautiful Candlewood Lake-ideal for morning coffee or relaxing evenings. Downstairs, the walkout lower level expands your living space with a cozy pellet stove, a full bathroom, office or flex space, and direct access to the one-car garage and backyard patio-perfect for entertaining or accommodating guests. Enjoy all the amenities that Candlewood Shores has to offer just a short stroll away, including the community's private beach, clubhouse, baseball field, playground, basketball and volleyball courts and organized summer events like band nights at the beach. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence or a weekend getaway, this home offers an exceptional lifestyle in a private lake community. Don't miss the opportunity. Minutes to I84, Route 7, shopping, restaurants and more. Only 60 miles to NYC.