17 Hemlock Rdg, New Milford, CT 06776

Descend the stone steps outside this adorable abode and in 200 paces discover a parklike setting of private lakefront in Hemlock Ridge, on the New Milford/ Brookfield border of Candlewood Lake in the cove by Candlewood Heights. If William Morris and the Brothers Grimm had a love-child, it would be the Owl's Perch. This stylish vintage "fisherman's" cottage perched atop 100' of whaleback granite ledge overlooking Candlewood Lake has a feeling all its own. Cozy and unique, reminiscent of a bygone era of escape-from-the-city summer rustication, this is a perfect snug (just 625sf). The main gallery features a large table for dining/workspace; a living area with sectional, wall-mounted flatscreen TV, and reading nook fill out the other end of the space. The galley kitchen features a 3-season Aga cooker (use the Weber grill for summer cooking!) and picture window overlooking the ledge. The bedroom features a kingsized bed that mostly fills the room, so you need to be comfortable alighting from the foot of the bed. A walk-through lavatory-dressing room separates the bedroom from living area, with toilet and tub in a separate bathroom. There's plenty of outdoor living space: a stone terrace with fireplace, grill, and dining/lounging area is directly off the front door overlooking the lake, with a cedar deck and outdoor shower adjoining the living room and offering expansive views of the Litchfield hills. Great birdwatching! Spiral stairs from the deck lead to the lower utility room where you'll find your washer/dryer and full-sized fridge for food storage. AC, if needed, is provided with a window unit, and heat is provided by propane fireplace, Aga, and antique kaschelofen. This home is a fully-furnished and highly popular 5-star Airbnb rental, now available for the shoulder off-season through April 2026; available thereafter for six month lease at $6,000/mo for peak summer season. Ergonomic by design, storage is limited to one dresser and wardrobe, so this cottage is best for a tenant coming with only clothing, laptop, and personal items; "possession minimalist" is key because everything else you need (linens, cookware, dishware, etc.) is provided. Ideal for lake-lovers' pied a terre, second vacation/country home, or temporary swing-space while searching for a permanent landing pad. Tenant pays utilities: electric, propane, wifi, garbage. Wooded privacy, beautiful views of lakes and hills, essentially lakefront! Walk 200 paces down the ledge to Candlewood Lake and a part-like private setting (shared with two other homes in the community) with picnic tables, kayak portage, swim docks, etc. Maximum TWO occupants. Deck, patio, outdoor fire pit, outdoor shower, Wifi/cable, propane, electricity, and garbage included. This home is accessed by about 12 outdoor steps, so not appropriate for non-ambulatory occupants. No pets allowed.