Sandy Beach On Lake Santa Fe!!

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A riverside property with a dock, a small building, and a deck with chairs.
A small docked house with a picnic table and a covered seating area, surrounded by water and trees.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden headboard, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A living room with a wooden ceiling, a beige sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a window with blinds.
A residential driveway leading to a house with a garage, surrounded by lush greenery and trees with Spanish moss.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Santa Fe Lake

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Melrose, FL
  • Place, Santa Fe Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4/ Cabin efficiency

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Garage · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3/ Cabin Efficiency

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Melrose

Located in Melrose, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Starke Golf and Country Club and Ironwood Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park and Putnam Lakes Preserve. Waldo Motorsports and Thomas Center are also worth visiting.
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Map
Melrose, FL

What's nearby

  • Santa Fe Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • University of Florida - 38 min drive - 48.0 km
  • Gainesville Raceway - 38 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 41 min drive - 49.7 km
  • Sante Fe College - 51 min drive - 69.6 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stone’s Irish Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Laredo Mexican Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sandy Beach On Lake Santa Fe!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sandy Beach On Lake Santa Fe!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sandy Beach On Lake Santa Fe!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sandy Beach On Lake Santa Fe!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sandy Beach On Lake Santa Fe!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Santa Fe Lake and within 12 miles (20 km) of Lake Geneva and Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park. Cowpen Lake and Shands Starke Regional Medical Center are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really great!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite rental on the lake
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our favorite lake house to rent on Lake Santa Fe. We have rented this property for many years now and will continue to do so. This property is located on the lake just as shown in the photos. The house is open and great for families.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well maintained. All you have to bring is your swimsuit and food. We had a great and relaxing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Property was beautiful. House is updated and clean. Great spot on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, equipped with everything we needed. The "great room" was perfect for eating, socializing and playing games. We loved the deck over the lake. Spent several evenings up there enjoying the view, the wildlife, and the breeze. Mike is a responsive host. Loved our stay. Thank you?
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice and clean! Love the area is was located!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

We stayed here during UF commencement days. It is lovely and so very peaceful. We all really enjoyed it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation at the lake

The house was clean was as advertised. The lake is beautiful. We enjoyed every minute of our stay and hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We loved every part of this stay.... the house was super nice and cozy... had everything we needed for inside and out. Definitely staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeside luxury near brother

Delightful location backing onto the lake in a spacious clean home.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amazing View

Amazing view! Property is well kept and very clean. Exceptional dock. Plenty of outdoor seating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rating is a star

Beautiful property
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Yearly lake vacation

Great property! Great location! Very spacious house and guest house. Plenty of parking! We enjoy the backyard and swimming area the most, some days we never even get in the boats. We will always book here as long as we can!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could not have asked for anything better

We stayed for 30 days while our house was being remodeled. We enjoyed every minute. The house is beautiful, the lake is perfect, and the location is safe. If we didn’t live in the general area, we would definitely vacation at this house as often as possible. I highly recommend this vacation rental. Mike was awesome to deal with, the communication was timely, and you can see the pride in ownership.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Lake Rental for boaters

For boaters on a holiday this is the best rental on Lake SantaFe. A sheltered swimming area and multiple docks make this the perfect spot to play. The house is very nice inside, remodeled recently and was very comfortable even during some very hot days. The separate cottage is on the water and a favorite spot for everyone. We boat/swim/ski and there is ample room on site for trailers and toys to enjoy your stay. Everything worked and was comfortable. This is a great rental on a beautiful lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property, the setting and the community are old Florida at its best. The property is very well kept. The house is in very good shape, clean and appears to have been updated. The main house has three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, the smaller of which is accessed through the attached garage. There are also washer/dryer units in the garage. The guest house is a spacious standalone with the remaining bed and bathroom, also well kept with its own efficiency kitchen with a full-size refrigerator. The property is on a beautiful clean lake with a well kept dock which overlooks the sunset. A sandy beach allows for easy entry for swimming. WiFi is fast. Air conditioners work well. Kitchen is well equipped. Living area is spacious and television is up to date. There's plenty of parking. The check-in instructions and suggestions were easy and straightforward..The restaurants in the cities surrounding the property offer very good food. There is a grocery store, just north and a liquor store and bait store just south of the property.For full disclosure, the checkout instructions were the most extensive I've experienced with vacation rentals. You may wish to avoid an early departure because of the time expected to prepare the house at checkout. Also, you may wish to look at the checkout instructions prior to renting. I'm sure you will fully enjoy this property as we did. It is more than just a place to stay for a long weekend. It in itself is truly a wonderful destination.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving getaway

This is a beautiful and peaceful home. Excellent area and the views are stunning.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cousin Fun on Lake Santa Fe

We were in the area for a family wedding. I chose this location because it looked like it would be appropriate for very young children up to 12 year olds. It certainly was perfect for them. Cousins staying in other rentals came to play in the lake, color, and play cards. This home was perfect for our weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

A great place for family, home was beautiful and very comfortable, and the lake was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our favorite property on Lake Santa Fe

My family and I have rented this property multiple times over the past few years. Each time gets better and better. The house and cottage had been upgraded since our last visit and looks amazing. The owner was very easy to keep in contact with. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous family Thanksgiving

The property was so much more than the photos indicate. The view of the lake, the cypress trees and the house itself were fabulous. We were very comfortable, the common space was large and the kitchen well stocked. We are definitely coming back for more quality family time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location on the lake

The listing photos do not do the property justice. It’s beautiful property on Lake Santa Fe. We had an amazing time celebrating my wife’s 40th birthday there. I would without a doubt recommend it to anyone looking for a weekend get away on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Beach

Love the cottage, beach and docks!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Sante Fe

Mike, the owner, seemed concerned that all was well with his place and it was. Hopefully, we will stay there again.
Stayed 34 nights in Feb 2021
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