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Perfect Lakefront Getaway on clear deep private lake 20 min from Gainesville

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A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and pendant lighting.
A two-story house with a central walkway leading to the front door, surrounded by mature trees and a clear sky.
A single-story house with a covered porch, a lawn, and a tree in the foreground.
A living room with a wooden ceiling, a television, a sofa, a coffee table, and a window with blinds.
A wooden gazebo with a roof and railings, situated on a sandy area with a large tree nearby.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Located along the water, this 5-bedroom vacation home accommodates 12 guests and features 3 bathrooms. It offers lake views and a patio for outdoor relaxation. Enjoy nearby hiking, biking, kayaking, and waterskiing adventures. The property is pet-friendly and situated near Santa Fe Lake and Etoniah Creek State Forest.

Highlights

  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an onsite pool table.
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dog-friendly
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air-conditioning
  • Patio
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Melrose, FL
  • Place, Santa Fe Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Geneva
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Single Vision Inc.
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

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

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Pets are case by case at owner’s discretion
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING ANYWHERE ON PROPERTY INSIDE OR OUT.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2914500vb
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Melrose

Located in Melrose, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Waldo Motorsports is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park and Putnam Lakes Preserve. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby.
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Melrose, FL

What's nearby

  • Santa Fe Lake - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Lake Geneva - 8 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Single Vision Inc. - 9 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Crystal Lake - 17 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Flamingo Lake - 18 min drive - 23.1 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stone’s Irish Pub - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬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).

How much does it cost to stay at Perfect Lakefront Getaway on clear deep private lake 20 min from Gainesville ?

As of 2 Sept, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Perfect Lakefront Getaway on clear deep private lake 20 min from Gainesville on 10 Nov, 2026 start from S$2,409, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Perfect Lakefront Getaway on clear deep private lake 20 min from Gainesville ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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 Lake Geneva and Cowpen Lake. Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park and Crystal Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Mike Barker

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Hello, I’m Mike and grew up in the lake region area. I currently reside in Jacksonville and Lake Rosa House is our families get away. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

The lake and the property. Lake Rosa is a clear sand bottom private lake (no public access). The water is cool year round and great for fishing, wake boarding, wake surfing, and tubing. The property is over 3 acres with mature oak trees that provide great privacy.

What makes this property unique

It is a newer home with the main house having been redone recently and the guest house being new construction (in last 6 years).

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