Title: Lakefront Cottage with amazing views 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 # Lakefront Cottage with amazing views Holiday home in Melrose with kitchen and patio ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108210000/108204200/108204169/25827a58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108210000/108204200/108204169/51ec0b30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108210000/108204200/108204169/81aaee4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108210000/108204200/108204169/aa2b1eb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108210000/108204200/108204169/3ba1f9f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this charming lake cottage in historic Melrose, FL, and indulge in the rustic allure that defines a lakeside retreat. Enjoy ample private deck space, unwind by the fire pit or try your hand at kayaking or paddle boarding on tranquil waters. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Lakefront Cottage with amazing views Escape to this charming two-bedroom lake cottage, perfect for a serene getaway. Embrace the rustic allure that defines a lakeside retreat. The property boasts a range of amenities, including ample private deck space, a floating dock, kayaks, paddle boards and a fire pit. Nestled in the tranquil ambiance of historic Melrose, FL, this haven offers a time-honored quitetude that has endured for years. Message me about long stay specials! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Kayak - Water sports equipment ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90460000/90455100/90455074/c485548a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### FISH from dock/ Covered boat slip- on Canal to Lake Santa Fe Melrose - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=90455074&PinnedHotelID=90455074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93156100/93156079/w904h683x60y0-5be4ea9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bedroom House on Private Scenic Lake Mable Melrose - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=93156079&PinnedHotelID=93156079&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59200000/59194700/59194635/9741d87e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Newly Remodeled Home on Lake Santa Fe Waldo - 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Kayaks and Paddle Boat! Keystone Heights - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=106152286&PinnedHotelID=106152286&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107320000/107311700/107311655/fd0e29cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Santa Fe Lake Front with Canal for your Boat Melrose - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=107311655&PinnedHotelID=107311655&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=29.738535,-82.00889&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7DdptDpjpsN%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FO%40Q%3FQ%40S%40OBQ%40Q%40QBQBQ%40OBSDOBOBQDQBODQDODODQDOFODOFQDMFOFMFQFOHKFOHOHMFMHMHMHMJMHKHMJKHMJKJKJKJKJIJKJKJILIJKLGJILILILGLGJINGLELGLGLELGNELENCLENELCNCLENCNANCLANCNANALANAN%3FN%3FN%3FNAL%40N%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%40N%40NBN%40LBN%40NBLDNBNBLDLDNBLDNFLDLDLFNFLDLFLHLFJFLHLHJHLFJJLHJHJJJJLHHJJJJJJJJLHJHLJJHLHLHLHLHLFLHNFNHJFNFPFLFNDLFPFNDNDNDPDNDNDPDNBPBPDNBNBR%40NBPBP%40PBP%40P%40N%40R%3FP%40P%40N%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FP%3FPAPAP%3FPAPANARCPANCPCRANCPCNEPCPCNEPENEPENENEPELGPGNENGLGNGNGNILGNILGLINILIJILILKLIJILKJKJKJKJILMHKJKHKJMHKHMHKFMJMFKFMHMFMFMFOFMFMDMDOFMDOBMDMBOBODMBOBOBM%40OBO%40OBO%40M%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FM%40OAO%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAOAOCOAMCOAOCOCMCOEMCOCMEOCMEOGMEMEMGMGMGOGKGMIMGMGMKKGMIKIMIKKKIKKKIKMKKKKKKIKKMIKIMKMIMIKIMGOIMIMGOIMGOGOGOGMEOGOEQGMEQEOEOEQEOCQEOCQCQEOCQAOCSCQAOAQCSAOAQ%3FQAQ%3FQAQ%3FQ%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HXORdyyLcMt0aR0mlpjPCAZvdpk=) Melrose, FL #### What's nearby - Single Vision Inc. - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles - University of Florida - 40 min drive - 28.7 miles - Shands at the University of Florida - 41 min drive - 28.9 miles - Gainesville Raceway - 42 min drive - 30.3 miles - Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 42 min drive - 29.5 miles #### Getting around - Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Orange Blossoms - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Florida Cracker Oyster Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lakefront Cottage with amazing views pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Lakefront Cottage with amazing views located? > Situated in Melrose, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Santa Fe Lake, Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park and Gold Head Branch State Park. Flamingo Lake and Hart Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lakefront Cottage with amazing views 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zane P. 9 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Short Trip The property owner had lots of little touches that made the trip special. The place was roomy and had everything you needed for a short stay without worrying about running to the store. ##### Zane P. 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