Nestled within the highly desirable West Cove Recreation Association, this inviting 3-bedroom Colonial offers a lifestyle that blends everyday comfort with year-round lake enjoyment. Set on a level 1.02-acre lot, the home provides nearly 2,000 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space, featuring an open floor plan, hardwood floors throughout the main level, and a warm, wood-burning fireplace that anchors the living room. A formal dining room measuring 15.8 x 13.1 is perfect for hosting holidays and special gatherings. The spacious eat-in kitchen is ideal for everyday living and entertaining, offering oak cabinetry, abundant countertop space, a peninsula breakfast bar, pantry, and sliders leading to the deck for seamless indoor-outdoor enjoyment. A convenient first-floor laundry adds to the home's functionality. Upstairs, the primary suite serves as a private retreat with a walk-in closet and tiled full bath with shower, complemented by two additional well-proportioned bedrooms. Additional highlights include an attached two-car garage, private paved driveway, and a full unfinished basement offering endless possibilities for future living space, storage, or a home gym. Residents enjoy association access to Moodus Reservoir, perfect for boating, swimming, and relaxing by the water, while remaining close to local amenities. This home delivers space, privacy, and a sought-after lake community lifestyle in scenic East Haddam.