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Roxbury Real Estate
One of the six Lake Lillinonah towns, on a narrow, wooded river-lake that trades open-water boating for privacy and quiet.
Living in Roxbury
Roxbury sits on Lake Lillinonah, Connecticut's second-largest lake, created by the Shepaug Dam in 1955. Unlike Candlewood's open, social bowl, Lillinonah is a narrow, winding river-lake, and Roxbury's stretch of it is known for rural estate parcels with deep frontage, part of the quieter, low-commercial character that defines this side of the lake.
How Chelsea Serves Roxbury
Every Roxbury listing and purchase gets the same Waterfront Value Audit Chelsea runs on Candlewood: frontage, transferable dock permits, water depth, and shoreline protection, checked before a number is discussed or an offer goes in. Lillinonah's strict tree-cutting and shoreline-stabilization rules make this diligence especially important here.
Roxbury's Access and Character
There are no full-service marinas on this stretch of Lillinonah, homes rely mostly on private or community docks. Nearby public access includes the Lake Lillinonah Boat Launch in Bridgewater and the Pond Brook Launch on the Brookfield/Newtown line. Eagles, herons, and swans are common sights, and the lake is often described locally as what Candlewood looked like decades ago.
Roxbury's Housing Market
Lakefront prices in Roxbury vary widely with frontage, dock rights, and condition, so Chelsea prices each property on current comparable sales for that specific property rather than quoting a general range.
Getting Around
Roxbury is a rural, low-density Litchfield County town on Lake Lillinonah.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Roxbury on Candlewood Lake?
No. Roxbury sits on Lake Lillinonah, a separate, narrower river-lake with a quieter, more private character than Candlewood.
Are there marinas in Roxbury?
No full-service marinas on this stretch of Lillinonah. Most homes rely on private or community docks.
What makes Roxbury different from Candlewood towns?
Lower boat traffic, deeper water, rural estate-style parcels, and strict shoreline preservation rules that keep the lake's wooded character intact.
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