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Unique Melrose Home w/ Private Dock & Lake Access!

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Melrose Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 2,600 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Sitting Room | Free WiFi | Single-Story Home
Private Boat Dock | On-Site Lake Access
Sitting Room | Piano | 2-Sided Gas Fireplace
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Melrose, Florida
  • Santa Fe Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • University of Florida
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Gainesville Raceway
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Unique Melrose Home w/ Private Dock & Lake Access!

Surrounded by lush greenery, Spanish moss, and breathtaking water views, this terrarium-style home will immerse you in an unforgettable setting of peace and serenity. This unique Melrose vacation rental features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an idyllic sunroom, and a private boat dock along Lake Santa Fe. Enjoy the tranquil sights and sounds of nature as you sip your morning coffee on the patio before putting on your swimsuit and indulging in waterskiing, kayaking, and fishing.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Game Room | Quiet Location | Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Private Boat Dock | Wildlife Viewing On-Site

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Living Room: Full Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Full Air Mattress

OUTDOOR LIVING: Back patio, dining space, seating area, gas grill, yard area, life jackets, beach towels, lake access
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, cooking basics, drip & single-pod Keurig coffee maker, air fryer, hand mixer, slow cooker, blender, can opener, juicer, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs, 2-sided gas fireplace, piano, dining table, multiple living spaces, sunroom w/ lounge area, pool table, board games, books, high ceilings
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens, towels, washer & dryer, central air conditioning & heating, complimentary toiletries, iron/board, hair dryer, keyless entry
FAQ: 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY: 2 exterior steps required to access, 2 interior steps required to access kitchen, single-story home
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), free street parking, boat/trailer parking available on-site

-- THE LOCATION --

ON THE WATER: Lake Santa Fe (on-site), Lake Geneva (7 miles), Orange Creek Camp Lake (8 miles), Lochloosa Lake (17 miles), Newnans Lake (19 miles), Orange Lake (32 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Etoniah Creek State Forest (15 miles), Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (20 miles), Depot Park (21 miles), Boulware Springs Park (22 miles), Sweetwater Wetlands Park (23 miles), Loblolly Woods Nature Park (24 miles), Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park (25 miles)
GAINESVILLE ATTRACTIONS: Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention (21 miles), University of Florida (22 miles), Ben Hill Griffin Stadium (22 miles), Florida Museum of Natural History-Exhibits (25 miles), Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo (28 miles), Kanapaha Botanical Gardens (29 miles)
AIRPORTS: Gainesville Regional Airport (18 miles), Jacksonville International Airport (71 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
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- 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: This property requires 2 exterior steps to access. Although this is a single-story home, interior steps are required to access the kitchen, dining area, and game room
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located next to the front door facing the front entrance area, and camera 2 is on the back of the house facing the lake. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and audio when activated by motion

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

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

Melrose

Located in Melrose, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Hippodrome State Theatre and Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ironwood Golf Course and Starke Golf and Country Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium or Gainesville Raceway.
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Melrose, Florida

What's nearby

  • Santa Fe Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • University of Florida - 31 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 32 min drive - 35.9 km
  • Gainesville Raceway - 33 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 33 min drive - 35.7 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Florida Cracker Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cedar River Seafood - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Melrose Home w/ Private Dock & Lake Access! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique Melrose Home w/ Private Dock & Lake Access!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Melrose Home w/ Private Dock & Lake Access!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique Melrose Home w/ Private Dock & Lake Access! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Santa Fe Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park and Gold Head Branch State Park. Clear Lake and Santa Fe River are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gianpaolo B.

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

Vacay

Beautiful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa C.

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

Lake getaway

Great location for exploring the surrounding areas with great amenities at the house for our relaxing weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Lovely stay!

We enjoyed a long weekend at this property. Our stay was very enjoyable and relaxing. We fished from the dock (caught one small bass), played pool, which we especially enjoyed and relaxed with a game of cards, a book or a movie. There was just the two of us but the house has plenty of room for a family or group of friends or other couples. Thanks for a fun stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Glenda K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good time

Beautiful sunsets great time on the lake. The dock could use some attention. It would be nice for the water to be cleared a little bit so that you could go in without all the weeds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

No stress!

Well equipped and clean

10/10 Excellent

Monique M.

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

Beautiful View

House was clean and had everything we needed. Loved everything about the house, just watch your step going in and out of rooms. This is in the description but they are pretty steep. Other than that, enjoyed very much!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Lovely midcentury-style house with a great view and updated kitchen and bathrooms.

I found this property through a random search for waterfront homes near Jacksonville, hoping for a relaxing getaway close to home. Melrose, just over an hour away, pleasantly surprised me with its charm. The house is conveniently situated less than ten minutes from Keystone Heights, offering many dining options, and local gems in Melrose like the Frozen Pelican, where the burgers and snow cones are a must-try. Cooking was a pleasure in the well-equipped, updated kitchen with new appliances. Nearby Winn-Dixie, only 4 minutes away, made it easy to stock up on supplies. We chose this property because it's one-story, which was ideal for my elderly father who uses a walker. Although there are some minor split-level aspects—such as a step to access the kitchen and bedrooms, and sunken showers—he managed them well with his walker. The host was highly responsive, promptly resolving a minor AC issue upon our arrival. Now, about the view: overlooking Lake Santa Fe, the spacious backyard was perfect for our dogs, and the dock provided endless entertainment for fishing with the family. Comfort and cleanliness were exceptional; every bed ensured a restful sleep, and the house was immaculately maintained and well-stocked. We're already planning our next visit to recharge again at this peaceful retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Evolve

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Languages:

English, French, German, Spanish