543 Lakeside Ave

Gorgeous, show-stopping lake home with a cozy, inviting feel and potential for long- or short-term rental, vacation, or Airbnb use. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch is nestled on a spacious, tree-lined lot near the shores of Lake Hopatcong, NJ's largest lake with 39 miles of shoreline. Vaulted tongue-and-groove wood ceilings create a warm, lodge-like atmosphere, while the living room features natural log accents and a stone-surround wood-burning stove. The bright kitchen boasts soaring ceilings, skylights, and a butcher block island, with a dining area that opens to the backyard through sliding doors. The sun-filled primary bedroom includes vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and a loft for storage, and the bath offers tile, a walk-in shower, and a relaxing sunken tub. Outside, enjoy a wrap-around porch, lush gardens in the backyard, and an amenity-filled outdoor space featuring a brick BBQ grill and a custom walkway leading to a firepit area. A small waterfall is visible from the backyard when it rains on the slope further away from the property. Additional features include a flagstone patio with outdoor fireplace, private wooded seating area, expansive yard, storage shed, and one-car garage. Served by a private well with water naturally filtered through the quarry, offering refreshing, high-quality drinking water. Just minutes from lake access, boating, and dining, this rare Lake Hopatcong retreat combines charm, comfort, and versatility.