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 | 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)
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 (dogs only, 2 max)
- 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