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Aerial view of Candlewood Lake with waterfront homes, tree-lined neighborhoods and the lake stretching toward the horizon.

Candlewood Lake

Omaha, Nebraska

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35 acres

In size

Limited-Recreational

Boating style

Private

Access

Omaha, Nebraska

Location

A closer look at the experience

Life at Candlewood Lake

Candlewood offers a lake setting without leaving Omaha behind. Enjoy a morning overlooking the water, take a kayak out when conditions allow, or spend an evening relaxing along the shoreline. The surrounding neighborhood puts shopping, dining, and the West Dodge Road corridor nearby, making it an appealing option for buyers who want lake scenery alongside city convenience. Explore direct waterfront homes and other neighborhood properties carefully: frontage, lake privileges, docking arrangements, and association coverage should be confirmed for each address.

Candlewood Lake, also called Lake Candlewood or Candlewood Reservoir, is a neighborhood lake in Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. Candlewood Homeowners Association documents identify the lake as part of the association’s common area. Association newsletters describe boating, swimming, fishing, and picnicking as neighborhood activities, while local property guides describe resident and guest access and time on the water. Buyers should verify property-specific lake privileges, current recreation rules, and water-quality advisories.

Watercraft Types

Allowed
  • Fishing boats
Not Allowed
  • Electric Motor
  • Jet skis / PWC
  • Pontoons/Tritoons
  • Ski Boat
  • Speedboat
  • Wake Boats
Unconfirmed
  • 2-Stroke

On-Water Activities

Allowed
  • Fishing
  • Swimming
Not Allowed
  • Wakeboarding
  • Wakesurfing
  • Waterskiing
Unconfirmed
  • Anchoring
  • E-Foil / E-Board
  • Keep Fish
  • Night Boating
  • Wake Foiling

Community Amenities

Available
  • Clubhouse
  • Community beach
  • Community pool
  • Golf nearby
  • Kids Park
  • Walking Trails
Not Available
  • On-Water Fuel
  • Sports Courts
Unconfirmed
  • ATV/UTVs
  • Bar(s)
  • Convenience Store
  • Dog Park
  • Golf Carts
  • Off-Road Trails
  • Property Services
  • Restaurant(s)
  • River Access

Homeowners Association & Utilities

Candlewood HOA · Private

HOA dues

$300 / yr (approx.)

HOA includes

Unconfirmed

Lake / watercraft fees

Unconfirmed

Water

City Water

Sewer / septic

City Sewer

Other utilities

Unconfirmed

Invasive species prevention

Self-Governed

Who It May Fit

  • Waterfront-home buyers.
  • Kayaking and canoeing enthusiasts.
  • Buyers seeking a neighborhood lake setting within Omaha.
  • Households comparing waterfront homes with eligible lake-access properties.

Details are based on source research and are not confirmed current rules. Lake access, boating, amenities, and property rights can change and vary by property. Confirm current details with the association and appropriate professionals before making a decision.