Unique Melrose Home w/Private Dock & Lake Access! | House in Melrose

9.2 (12 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  8 Guests
Melrose House | Unique Melrose Home w/Private Dock & Lake Access!

3 Bedroom House in Melrose

Surrounded by lush greenery, Spanish moss, and breathtaking water views, this terrarium-style home will immerse you in an unforgettable setting of peace and serenity. This unique Melrose vacation rental features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, an idyllic sunroom, and a private boat dock along Lake Santa Fe. Enjoy the tranquil sights and sounds of nature as you sip your morning coffee on the patio before putting on your swimsuit and indulging in waterskiing, kayaking, and fishing.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Game Room | Quiet Location | Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Private Boat Dock | Wildlife Viewing On-Site
Bedroom 1:King Bed | Bedroom 2:King Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Living Room: Full Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Full Air Mattress
OUTDOOR LIVING: Back patio, dining space, seating area, gas grill, yard area, life jackets, beach towels, lake access
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, cooking basics, drip & single-pod Keurig coffee maker, air fryer, hand mixer, slow cooker, blender, can opener, juicer, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs,2-sided gas fireplace, piano, dining table, multiple living spaces, sunroom w/ lounge area, pool table, board games, books, high ceilings
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens, towels, washer & dryer, central air conditioning & heating, complimentary toiletries, iron/board, hair dryer, keyless entry
FAQ:2 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY:2 exterior steps required to access, 2 interior steps required to access kitchen, single-story home
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), free street parking, boat/trailer parking available on-site
-- THE LOCATION --
ON THE WATER: Lake Santa Fe (on-site), Lake Geneva (7 miles), Orange Creek Camp Lake (8 miles), Lochloosa Lake (17 miles), Newnans Lake (19 miles), Orange Lake (32 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Etoniah Creek State Forest (15 miles), Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park (20 miles), Depot Park (21 miles), Boulware Springs Park (22 miles), Sweetwater Wetlands Park (23 miles), Loblolly Woods Nature Park (24 miles), Devil's Millhopper Geological State Park (25 miles)
GAINESVILLE ATTRACTIONS: Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention (21 miles), University of Florida (22 miles), Ben Hill Griffin Stadium (22 miles), Florida Museum of Natural History-Exhibits (25 miles), Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo (28 miles), Kanapaha Botanical Gardens (29 miles)
AIRPORTS: Gainesville Regional Airport (18 miles), Jacksonville International Airport (71 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires 2 exterior steps to access. Although this is a single-story home, interior steps are required to access the kitchen, dining area, and game room
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located next to the front door facing the front entrance area, and camera 2 is on the back of the house facing the lake. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and audio when activated by motion

Unique Melrose Home w/Private Dock & Lake Access! is located in Melrose. Unique Melrose Home w/Private Dock & Lake Access! provides accommodation, featuring Fireplace/Heating, Parking, Pet Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Fireplace/Heating, Parking, Pet Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Unique Melrose Home w/Private Dock & Lake Access! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Melrose has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Melrose, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Books
  • Arcade/game room
  • TV
  • Games
General
  • Unit size: 2600 sq ft (242 sq m)
  • English
  • French
  • German
  • Spanish
  • On the waterfront
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Gas grill
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Darlene
Aug 17, 2025 08:49:23 AM
Review Score:   6
Summary: The home is clean and the setting is really nice but the air definitely is not working properly. I emailed the host beforehand because I had seen another review about the AC and I was told it was working properly. I contacted her several times but never heard back and I responded to her email, so she can’t say she didn’t receive it. The house is large and the windows face to the west, so when the sun is setting it is like a greenhouse. The AC just can not keep up. It is true that there are three units but collectively they are still not doing the job. My son in law had to bring a portable AC unit on wheels. I’m giving three stars for the AC problem and lack of response, although the property itself was nice.
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