Seller is requesting Best and Final offers be submitted my Monday, October 7th at 12PM. Waterfront cottage on beautiful Lake Hayward! This meticulously maintained seasonal home offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and lakeside living. An open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area create a welcoming flow, while the three-season porch adds 288 sq. ft. of additional living space with sweeping views of the water-an ideal setting for morning coffee, evening relaxation, or family gatherings. The cottage includes two bedrooms, each with generous closet space, plus a covered deck where you can unwind while taking in the outdoors. A private dock provides easy access for boating, fishing, and water sport activities. The garage and tool shed offer extra storage and convenience. As part of the Lake Hayward Association, you'll enjoy four private beaches, tennis and pickleball courts, and community activities at the Pavilion throughout the summer, all within walking distance from the cottage. Whether you're seeking a weekend retreat or a seasonal escape, this property delivers the best of lakefront living. Most furnishings remain with the sale of the cottage.
Sold for $420,000
$420,000
198 Lake Shore Drive, East Haddam, CT 06415
2beds
700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$439,700 Zestimate®
$600/sqft
$1,945 Estimated rent
Home value
$439,700
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Carolyn Kress 860-908-4716,
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. 860-537-6699
Bought with:
Naomi M. Clark, RES.0822011
KEY Real Estate Services LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24128170
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Floor
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Floor
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Double-Sink, Laminate Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Combination Liv/Din Rm, Laminate Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space,Dirt Floor
- Attic: Floored,Access Via Hatch
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 700
- Total interior livable area: 700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 700
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street, Unpaved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Bath Grab Bars, Lever Door Handles, Raised Toilet
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Rain Gutters, Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake, Walk to Water, Dock or Mooring, Water Community
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Features: Level, Seasonal Property, In Flood Zone
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 973867
- Zoning: L
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Green verification: ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Golf, Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
Location
- Region: Colchester
- Subdivision: Lake Hayward
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $677 annually
- Amenities included: Basketball Court, Tennis Court(s), Lake/Beach Access
- Services included: Trash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/31/2025 | Sold | $420,000+2.5%$600/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24128170 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2025 | Pending sale | $409,900$586/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24128170 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2025 | Contingent | $409,900$586/sqft |
Source:  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties #24128170 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $409,900$586/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24128170 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Neighborhood: 06415
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10East Haddam Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 5.6 mi
- 6/10Nathan Hale-Ray Middle SchoolGrades: 4-8Distance: 5.8 mi
- 6/10Nathan Hale-Ray High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Nathan Hale
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Middlesex County
- East Haddam
- 06415
- 198 Lake Shore Drive
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