Title: Perfect Lakefront Getaway on clear deep private lake 20 min from Gainesville 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 # Perfect Lakefront Getaway on clear deep private lake 20 min from Gainesville Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83229900/83229850/w1125h2012x0y212-3b7706b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83229900/83229850/2708d9a3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83229900/83229850/f89edb5c_edited_2b7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83229900/83229850/800ec482.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83229900/83229850/b3af7240.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the serene lake surroundings at this Awesome lake house in Melrose. Enjoy a private beach, an easy boat launch on property, and great bass fishing or wake sports activities. The spacious main house has three bedrooms and two baths with a pool table for entertainment. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Perfect Lakefront Getaway on clear deep private lake 20 min from Gainesville Awesome lake house 20 minutes outside Gainesville, FL in Melrose. Boat launch on property, great bass fishing, and perfect wake sports lake. \- private beach \- easy boat launch on property \- sleeps 12 \- pool table \- main house three bed rooms 2 bath (1 bedroom has a set of built-in bunks) \- guest house two bedrooms 1 bath ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Jetted bathtub - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100030000/100023700/100023634/fb9090c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### House in Melrose on Lake Sante Fe Melrose - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=100023634&PinnedHotelID=100023634&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81180000/81173900/81173861/3898224e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Geneva Getaway – Close to Gainesville & UF Keystone Heights - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=81173861&PinnedHotelID=81173861&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103920000/103914800/103914792/w1999h1332x1y1-1b6c0c46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront Haven w/ Pool! 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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 Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.71573%2C-82.00944&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=D9ZU7uCHatmZ_wQoM9vwj9RD2UA=) Melrose, FL #### What's nearby - Waldo Motorsports - 25 min drive - 19.1 miles - University of Florida - 36 min drive - 26.9 miles - Shands at the University of Florida - 37 min drive - 27.2 miles - Gainesville Raceway - 38 min drive - 28.6 miles - Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 39 min drive - 27.8 miles #### Getting around - Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive - ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Hardee's - ‬11 min drive - ‪Stone’s Irish Pub - ‬10 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Perfect Lakefront Getaway on clear deep private lake 20 min from Gainesville pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). ### What time is check-in at Perfect Lakefront Getaway on clear deep private lake 20 min from Gainesville ? > Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Perfect Lakefront Getaway on clear deep private lake 20 min from Gainesville ? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Perfect Lakefront Getaway on clear deep private lake 20 min from Gainesville located? > Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.4 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. 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. 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