When you stay at this vacation home in Melrose, you'll be steps from Santa Fe Lake. .This vacation home is 18.2 mi (29.3 km) from University of Florida and 18.7 mi (30 km) from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.
Shands at the University of Florida - 34 min drive - 37.2 km
Gainesville Raceway - 35 min drive - 39.6 km
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 35 min drive - 38.2 km
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 25 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 19 min drive
Wendy's - 18 min drive
Johnny's Bar-B-Q & Catering - 18 min drive
Hardee's - 18 min drive
Subway - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
House in Melrose on Lake Sante Fe
Welcome to this stunning lakefront paradise in Melrose, FL! This 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort and luxury. The expansive backyard overlooks serene Lake Santa Fe, providing breathtaking views and endless opportunities for relaxation and outdoor fun. Inside, you'll find a full kitchen with modern appliances, a cozy fireplace for chilly evenings, and spacious bedrooms for peaceful slumbers. Whether enjoying a morning cup of coffee on the deck or gathering around the fire pit with loved ones, this home is sure to become your personal oasis. With no smoking allowed and pets welcome, this property truly has something for everyone.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a washing machine.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Things to do
Kayak
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Reviews
House in Melrose on Lake Sante Fe Reviews
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Shona B.
27 May 2025
House was beautiful and a great location
Im not one to complain but did Had some issues with the house being clean messages host but no reply. Hot water heater started beeping and loss all hot water had to reset breaker. Water access was full of clam shells that cut the bottoms of feet. We still had a good time overall.
Shona B.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ruth F.
8 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake House
We loved this house. Plenty of room for our large family, lovely kitchen. Beautiful lake. We will stay again.
Ruth F.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chad S.
24 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break
Took the daughter and a friend for a week of water fun. Great dock great shoreline entry as well. Spectacular place wonderful time. House is awesome and has everything you need or can ask for. Stayed here multiple times it does not disappoint.
Chad S.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Quin k.
9 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
The home is beyond beautiful. Plenty of room. Needs a rail at the dock but overall really great home. I will be booking again!!
Quin k.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chad S.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Back Again
Another great get away! Will be back for a 3rd and 4th time no doubt. This place does not disappoint !
Chad S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chad S.
20 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Stay !
Just a quick get away. The pictures do not do it justice, amazing place with great water access. All you need and so much more
Chad S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nora L.
6 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great extended family location
We
Nora L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
rachel s.
29 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Amazing stay! Beautiful location
rachel s.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jonica C.
11 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean & well equipped
Very clean house that was extremely well equipped with all necessities and more
Jonica C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alison B.
18 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
UF visit
Great stay
Alison B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Charles J.
2 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay for UF vs. UM Game
Had a great time with friends. Although the house is about 30 minutes from the stadium it was super convenient as there was no game day traffic coming in from the east. The house was big, comfortable, clean, well-furnished and right on the lake with beautiful views. I will definitely look into staying here again on game weeks.