Title: House in Melrose on Lake Sante Fe Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # House in Melrose on Lake Sante Fe Holiday home in Melrose with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023700/100023634/fb9090c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023700/100023634/ada51df7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023700/100023634/e28101ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023700/100023634/092cef00.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023700/100023634/00b3deae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in Melrose, FL, this lakefront home offers a serene retreat with a full kitchen and cozy fireplace. Relax on the deck overlooking Lake Santa Fe or gather around the fire pit with loved ones. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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. ## 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 ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116480000/116471300/116471211/f8c229e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfortable Farmhouse Retreat Near Lake Santa Fe: Sleeps 16! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 that 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=29.718601,-82.08077&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:khltDxk%7EsN%40Q%3FQ%3FQ%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40Q%40Q%40Q%40QBO%40QBSBOBQBOBQBQDOBQDODQDODOFQDMDQFOFOFMFOFOFOFMHOFMHMHOHMHKHMHMHMJKHMJKHKJKJKJMJIJKJILKJILIJILIJILGLGLILGLGLGLGLGNELELGNCLENELCNELCNCLCNCNANCLCN%3FNCNAN%3FL%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%3FN%40NBL%3FNBNBN%40LBNBNBLBNDLBNDLDNBLFLDNFLDLFLFLFLFLHLFJFLHLHJHLHJHJJLHJJJHJLJJHJJJJJHLJJHLHLHLHJHLHNHLFLHNFNFLFNFNFLFPDLFPDLFPDNDNDPBNDPBNDPBPBNBPBNBR%40PBN%40P%40P%40P%40P%40P%3FP%40P%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FR%3FPAN%3FPAPARANAPAPCPAPCPCNCPCPCNEPCPENCPENENEPGNENGNENGNGNGLGNGNGLINGNIJINILILILILIJKLIJKLKJIJKJKJKHKJMJKHKHMHKHMHMHKHMFMFMFMHMDMFMDOFMDMFOBMDODMDOBMBOBODM%40OBO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAOAOAMCOAOCOAMEOCMCOCMEOEMEOCMGMEOEMGMGMEMIMGMGMGMIKIMIKIMIKIMIKKKKKIKKKKKKIKKMIKKMIKIMIMIMIMIOIKGOIOGMGMGQGMGOGMGQEOEOGOEQEOEOEQCOEQCQCOCQCQCOCQAQCQAQAQAOASAQ%3FQAO%3FQ%3FSAQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=AcnnbhRdl9-iODIUhr0dZQzCcmE=) Melrose, FL #### What's nearby - Santa Fe Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 miles - University of Florida - 33 min drive - 22.9 miles - Shands at the University of Florida - 34 min drive - 23.1 miles - Gainesville Raceway - 35 min drive - 24.6 miles - Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 35 min drive - 23.8 miles #### Getting around - Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Florida Cracker Oyster Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬18 min drive - ‪Hardee's - ‬18 min drive - ‪Orange Blossoms - ‬18 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is House in Melrose on Lake Sante Fe pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at House in Melrose on Lake Sante Fe? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at House in Melrose on Lake Sante Fe? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is House in Melrose on Lake Sante Fe located? > Situated in Melrose, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Santa Fe Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Santa Fe River and Waldo Motorsports. Waldo Farmers Market is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## House in Melrose on Lake Sante Fe Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 10 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### rachel s. 29 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Amazing stay! Beautiful location ##### rachel s. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth F. 8 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Lake House We loved this house. Plenty of room for our large family, lovely kitchen. Beautiful lake. We will stay again. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3fecb437-1dfe-41cb-bf22-654588284469-1746710439375.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Ruth F. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chad S. 24 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Chad S. 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Quin k. 9 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Jonica C. 11 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Charles J. 2 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Charles J. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Shona B. 27 May 2025 Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Communication #### 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 #### Chad S. 17 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 #### Nora L. 6 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great extended family location We ##### Nora L. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison B. 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### UF visit Great stay ##### Alison B. 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