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Lakefront Keystone Heights Home w/ Boat Dock!

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Keystone Heights Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 1 Step Required | 2,318 Sq Ft
Exterior | Dock w/ Lake Access | Complimentary Kayak
Living Room | Single Story | 2 Twin Sleeper Sofas (Convertible to King Bed)
Living Room | Free WiFi | Central A/C & Heat | Smart TV
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8215.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Keystone Heights, Florida
  • Santa Fe Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Gold Head Branch State Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • University of Florida
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

2 Double Sofa Beds

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Lakefront Keystone Heights Home w/ Boat Dock!

Inspired by the lake just steps away, this Keystone Heights vacation rental boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and charming nautical touches throughout. Take out the complimentary kayak and paddle the lake from the dock, dine al fresco under the shade of the gazebo, or head to Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park for hiking, wildlife viewing, and more. Plus, with a location midway between Gainesville and Jacksonville, this property grants easy access to attractions like Ben Hill Griffin Stadium!

-- THE PROPERTY --

2,318 Sq Ft | Boat Slip | Lake Access | Free WiFi

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: 2 Twin Sleeper Sofas (Convertible to King Bed) | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, dining table, air hockey table, ceiling fans, board games & books, recumbent bike
OUTDOOR LIVING: Screened porch, complimentary kayak, mini putting green, backyard, gazebo, dining area, paddle boat, life vests, swing chair, beach towels
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, coffee maker, Crockpot, toaster, fridge w/ ice maker, gas stove & oven, dishware/flatware, trash bags/paper towels, cooking basics
GENERAL: Central A/C & heat, wall-mounted A/C unit in game room, washer & dryer, detergent, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, iron & board, hair dryer
FAQ: Ring doorbell (facing front entry), photography studio next door
SUITABILITY: 1 step required to access, single-story home
PARKING: Shared driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

LAKE LIFE: Keystone Lake (2 miles), Lake Hutchinson (4 miles), Little Santa Fe Lake (5 miles)
THINGS TO DO: Brown's Farm (10 miles), Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention (24 miles), Ben Hill Griffin Stadium (25 miles), Harn Museum of Art (28 miles), University of Florida (29 miles), Florida Museum of Natural History (29 miles)
OUTDOOR REC: Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park (10 miles), Little Orange Creek Nature Park (14 miles), Sweetwater Wetlands Park (25 miles), Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park (28 miles)
ORLANDO DAY TRIP (~124 miles): Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Studios Orlando, Epcot, Magic Kingdom Park, Disney's Animal Kingdom, ICON Park, Gatorland
AIRPORTS: Gainesville Regional Airport (20 miles), Ocala International Airport (50 miles), Jacksonville International Airport (67 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking or vaping
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. It actively records video and sound when motion is detected by the device or when the video doorbell button is pressed
- NOTE: A photography studio is next door and shares the driveway
- NOTE: This property requires 1 exterior step to access

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Keystone Heights

Located in Keystone Heights, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Ben Hill Griffin Stadium and Thomas Center are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park and Gold Head Branch State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Waldo Motorsports, or check out an event or a game at Gainesville Raceway. With kayaking and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Keystone Heights, Florida

What's nearby

  • Santa Fe Lake - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Gold Head Branch State Park - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • University of Florida - 34 min drive - 39.2 km
  • Gainesville Raceway - 36 min drive - 42.8 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Florida Cracker Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cedar River Seafood - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Keystone Heights Home w/ Boat Dock! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Keystone Heights Home w/ Boat Dock!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Keystone Heights Home w/ Boat Dock!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Keystone Heights Home w/ Boat Dock! located?

This family-friendly Keystone Heights holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.5 mi (4 km) from Santa Fe Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park and Gold Head Branch State Park. Waldo Motorsports and Etoniah Creek State Forest are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Super Excellent Stay, We Highly Recommend This Home.

I Booked this for family that was down for my son's wedding, they couldn't say enough about their experience here, they really loved this home with all of its updated features.If I had to book family again I will certainly look into this one again.

10/10 Excellent

Joy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Beautiful property and great location! We stayed there to attend a family friend’s 90th birthday celebration in Melrose and Keystone! The home is nicely furnished and Walter and Samantha are awesome hosts!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place with attention to details. Very clean organized super comfortable would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay on lake

Nice location, very pleasant stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Amber C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

My husband and I enjoyed our time at this lake house. Quiet, clean and very comfortable. All the expected amenities and even some extra perks like snacks in the kitchen and hotel size toiletry items if needed. The water level at the lake was quite low so we didn’t go out on the canoe. We were there to ride bike trails and didn’t realize the house was off a fairly busy road so we drove the bikes to trails rather than bikes from the house. Overall would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet weekend

Thank you for the quiet and peaceful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Graduation getaway

beautifully renovated house on the lake. House was well equipped with great quality towels. Loved the individual soaps left on each bed, that was a lovely touch. We had a large family and friends weekend to celebrate a UF college graduation. Location was perfect to spend time together.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Loved it!!

The accommodations were perfect for the 7 of us visiting Keystone. The house was clean and spacious. Sitting on the dock at night was splendid. We visited Salt Springs Recreational Area for the day and highly recommend it. Thank you for hosting us.
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

We loved everything about this home

Easy check in, extremely clean, comfortable beds. Samantha was quick to answer any questions I had. We would happily stay here again!Many more amenities than I usually see at other rentals I have booked in the past:)

10/10 Excellent

Zach N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean, great location

Everything was perfect except they didn’t have any trash bags so once we ran out we couldn’t throw any more trash away
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Weekend Getaway

2 families in one house. Cooked some great food in a well stocked kitchen. Caught some fish on the kayak in the lake. And had easy access to gold head state park. I could definitely see us returning for a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

James

Beautiful home

Samantha and Walter were great hosts. Very attentive, helpful, a always replied to text messages promptly.

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

They have done a great job at remodeling this house, most feels brand new. Nice and clean and has the extra touches that are nice. It was great for my mom who uses a walker. The kids loved the large backyard, the game room and paddle boat. We also used the kayak which was quite peaceful. I was pleased to find they had a stationary bike so I could get some exercise in. It was close to a grocery store which was very helpful. We would stay here again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sue M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bugs

We had 2 huge palmetto bugs running around in the home. I live in Florida and know that is to be expected but we don’t have them in our home so I think bug extermination is required. Also the pocket door in the master bathroom is not closing properly. But otherwise a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Relaxing, beautiful lake front home!

This home is perfect. In the morning make a cup of coffee and go sit on the dock in your PJs and watch the sunrise you WON'T regret it. I'm an early bird! The scenery from inside the home is unbelievable! Windows all across getting the perfect view from any room! I especially loved that at night we could close all the window curtains and the home stayed pretty dark in the morning after the sun came up! To me it's a win, win! I plan on staying at this home every time we have an event in this area.

10/10 Excellent

Abigail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our family

This house was located perfectly for us to be able to conveniently visit with family staying at a nearby park. We enjoyed the open space so much, the yard was fun for the kids to run and play, and the sunroom was just amazing for meals, games, and puzzles. A couple of my kids thought their beds were uncomfortable, but that is more a matter of opinion than a problem. There was nothing wrong with them. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes and pans and the dishwasher worked great, so we barely had to wash. I loooved having the washer and dryer, for the 8 of us we pretty much have at least load a day. Overall our experience was excellent, the hosts were great at communicating and we would love to come back someday!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larie M.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

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Languages:

English, French, German, Spanish