You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Crystal Lake Retreat
Come stay a while at our serene two story lakefront cottage surrounded by beautiful oak trees, backyard patio, outdoor eating and grill. Enjoy amazing sunsets as you sit on the back patio of our Lake house rental or stick your toes in the white sandy beach and refreshing water. Be sure to take advantage of the opportunities to swim, fish, go boating, water sports and don't forget to simply relax. Located just 25 miles from Gainesville, Florida, 56 miles from Saint Augustine, Florida, and 53 miles Jacksonville, FL.
Property manager
Dawn Croft
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Beach
Beach sun loungers
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Paper towels
Toaster
Ice maker
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
2 bathrooms
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Hair dryer
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Smart TV
DVD player
Games
Outdoor areas
Patio
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the lake
On the waterfront
In a rural location
Things to do
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Power boating nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
General
Unit size: 1200 sq ft (112 sq m)
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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
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property is also known as
Newly Renovated Lake House Cottage
Newly Renovated Lake House Keystone Heights
Newly Renovated Lake House Cottage Keystone Heights
About the neighborhood
Keystone Heights, FL
What's nearby
Gold Head Branch State Park - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park - 12 min drive - 9.6 km
Santa Fe Lake - 14 min drive - 11.3 km
Kingsley Lake - 31 min drive - 29.1 km
Gainesville Raceway - 39 min drive - 41.0 km
Getting around
Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
Florida Cracker Kitchen - 9 min drive
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Wendy's - 10 min drive
Cedar River Seafood - 10 min drive
Hardee's - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Crystal Lake Retreat pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Crystal Lake Retreat?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Crystal Lake Retreat?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Crystal Lake Retreat located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park, Gold Head Branch State Park, and Santa Fe Lake. Shands Starke Regional Medical Center and Bradford County Public Library are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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Crystal Lake Retreat Reviews
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We had a wonderful visit in this beautiful home right on the water. Celebrating our sons graduation and family all together. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home.
Absolutely beautiful home with an even prettier view and beach looking out onto the clear lake. Everything was just like it is shown in the listing pictures!
It’s our second time staying & we had just as much fun, we’re local to keystone so it’s a great and affordable staycation that we love having the opportunity to enjoy
We’ll hopefully be back next summer
The lake house view is beautiful. The atmosphere is quiet, peaceful and relaxing. The house was beautiful with every detail considered. This is a place we will definitely visit again.
I rented the house for my best friend bachelorette weekend. We were looking for a fun/ relaxing place to hang out at the property was it. Had a great time with friends and the lake view was pretty.
We loved everything about are experience the water was beautiful the beach was super nice and the kids loved it we will be back for sure house was clean and the a/c worked good! Over all we had a wonderful time!
Our stay was nothing short of AMAZING!!! The lake house was so cute and very clean. We enjoyed fishing and relaxing in the beautiful water. The neighbors and everyone we encountered in town were so friendly. Definitely will be back!
Very clean, comfortable furnishings, and plenty of space! The host was readily available to answer questions. We stayed over a weekend and found the place to be quiet and peaceful. It is worth noting that the driveway and area leading up to the unit is not paved and the property has a slight hill with some irregularities (tree roots, etc) so someone with mobility challenges may find it a little challenging to come/go from this unit. We were very happy with the accommodations and will definitely be earmarking this place for a return visit!
I kept meaning to let Dawn know how much we appreciated her lake home; just didn't get around to it until now. Very nicely furnished kitchen, very comfortable beds, cute decor, very quiet neighborhood, beautiful lake. What's not to love! Perfect for us, although there was a little challenge getting up and down the slope, as we are senior citizens. This is a lakeside community next to a small town, about 8 minutes away. The surrounding properties are well-kept and we felt at home and secure.
Thanks, Dawn!
We just left after a 6 day stay. We had the most relaxing and fun stay! Everyone enjoyed the lake, porch sitting and just good quiet time catching up with family. I seen someone complain about the airplanes but let me tell you, there were just a couple planes that flew while we stayed and everyone really enjoyed watching their tricks. It was really cool. And they are quiet planes so that should bever be a worry when booking. If anything I thought it added to our stay. I can't say enough about this little get away. We are already planning our next trip. Thank you for letting us enjoy your home to make memories ❤️
We had a good time, not going to reiterate what everyone else wrote. Property itself is clean but generic. Two issues nothing on website about using the canoe so not sure if we could have and it definitely would have added to experience if we could. Might have been in guest book . The other strange thing no one mentioned is property is practically next door to Keystone heights airport, a motorcross and a skeet shooting range. Very annoying when trying to enjoy a quiet cup of coffee on back porch Saturday morning. It drove us inside until about 2 in afternoon. I don’t know if other people are immune to noise but it was not our experience of peace and quiet everyone else wrote about. Not sure if I would have chosen this spot. However when all that ended it was very quiet and peaceful starting about 2pm. Sunday was better. Enjoyable, not to much activity on lake.
This was a peaceful place and had beautiful views of the lake. If you're trying to get away from a busy city - stay here. The decor is nice, beds were comfy and the host was attentive. She thought of everything!
Butch and Dawn are by far the best host that we have ever had.
Great memories are made each year we stay.
The house & lake was amazing as always!! Next summer can't come fast enough.
Everyone had a great time!
Very nice lake house and clear clean lake!
Brought 4 of our oldest grandchildren age range was 12 to 16 and we pretty much stayed in the lake swimming and paddle boarding.
The kids even had a blast catching brim -
Nothing big but we catch and release. Glad they were all able to catch some fish.
We cooked full family meals everyday and the kitchen had everything I needed.
Hopefully we will come again soon!