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Beautiful Newly Remodeled Home on Lake Santa Fe

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Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 494 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful Newly Remodeled Home on Lake Santa Fe

Newly remodeled with 2 Master bedrooms plus additional half bath, 2 docks, screened deck, Outdoor Kitchen and Firepit directly on Lake Santa Fe. Large gated lot, surrounded by water on three sides. Enjoy fishing, water sports or just relaxing on North Central Florida's premier recreational lake. Located just 20 miles from Gainesville, home of the University of Florida and the Florida Gators. Ammeneties include 2 big screen TVs, washer, dryer and a huge screened deck overlooking the lake. Boats are welcome.

Fishing is great on Lake Santa Fe. Bass, specs and brim are plentiful. We also have a fish cleaning station on one of our two docks.

Lake Santa Fe is also the premier water sports lakes in North Central Florida. Come ski, wakeboard or just enjoy a sunset cruise around the lake.


Lake Santa Fe
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Lake Santa Fe
Location Alachua County, Florida

Coordinates 29°44′22″N 082°04′33″WCoordinates: 29°44′22″N 082°04′33″W

Primary inflows
springs

Primary outflows
Santa Fe River

Basin countries
United States

Surface area 5,850 acres (2,370 ha)


Lake Santa Fe is a 5,850-acre (2,370 ha) lake that is fed by seepage from the Floridan Aquifer in northeastern Alachua County, Florida. The lake is located entirely in Alachua County, but is bounded on the east and South side by Bradford County, Clay County, and Putnam County. The Alachua County boundary extends to the ordinary high water line (normally the shoreline), which is 141 feet (43 m) above mean sea level.
It forms the headwaters of the Santa Fe River, exiting from a "little" northern area (Little Lake Santa Fe) emptying into the Suwannee River. Lake Santa Fe offers abundant wildlife, excellent fishing and recreational boating. It is one of the largest and most stable lakes in Florida.
At "the pass" between the "big" southern arm and Little Lake Santa Fe shad school, and fishing is usually good for schooling largemouth bass and stocked sunshine bass. Numerous homes surround the lake, most with docks and ski boats; fishing is always best early and late or at night and on weekdays. In spite of development, the fish habitat is outstanding with many areas of bald cypress and healthy maidencane grass beds. The lake was stocked with 44,500 hybrid striped bass in April 2005. The previous stocking of the lake occurred in 1997.
Lake Santa Fe is the third most stable of 120 lakes studied in Florida, as well as one of the clearest. It is designated by the State of Florida as an Outstanding Florida Water. It is supported by water flowing in at the southern extremity of the intermediate aquifer that outcrops in the lake bottom. Also it is a rather deep example of a karstic lake, with several spots that are 30-feet (9m) or more.
Lake Santa Fe was the largest of a series of lakes that were connected by dredging canals in the 1870s and 1880s so that boats could travel between Melrose, Florida (at the time the center of a thriving citrus and tourist industry) and Waldo, the railroad terminal. The canal was dredged from Little Lake Santa Fe into Lake Alto. This canal is visible today. Water and railroad were the major means of transportation for passengers and freight across Florida at that time. Prosperity in this area followed the Reconstruction. The first boat that made the journey through the canal system was the "Fannie S. Lewis" in 1880, and the last was the "City of Melrose" in 1925. Improved roads and the automobile doomed the era of steamships in Alachua County and the canals fell into disuse.
The rural unincorporated communities of Melrose and Earleton are located on the lake. North of the lakes is Santa Fe Swamp, mostly a wildlife and environmental conservation area managed by the Suwannee River Water Management District.

Property manager

Michael Floyd

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1011 sq ft (94 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Waldo
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Waldo

About the neighborhood

Map
Waldo, FL

What's nearby

  • Santa Fe Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Waldo Motorsports - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Gainesville Raceway - 26 min drive - 25.6 km
  • University of Florida - 29 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Shands at the University of Florida - 31 min drive - 33.1 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Florida Cracker Kitchen - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Cedar River Seafood - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Newly Remodeled Home on Lake Santa Fe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Newly Remodeled Home on Lake Santa Fe?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Newly Remodeled Home on Lake Santa Fe?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Beautiful Newly Remodeled Home on Lake Santa Fe located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Santa Fe Lake and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Santa Fe River. Waldo Motorsports and Waldo Farmers Market are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Beautiful Newly Remodeled Home on Lake Santa Fe Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin T., Kingsland Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Beautiful Property and a great relaxing four days.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and clean!
Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donnie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!
Was a great stay. Place was very clean and the owner was great to work with!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful relaxing stay
We really enjoyed our stay at the lake house! It was clean and the property is so beautiful! We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T., BOCA RATON

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lake House
Second time staying on the property very Peaceful and so Enjoyable just my husband and I Thank You again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank and Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house on a beautiful lake.
This house worked well for two couples.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niccole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved getting out of Gainesville to visit UF!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

matt w., tallahassee

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fishing
A wonderful place for father son fishing trip ,great house
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Belinda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Spacious Lake Cottage
The house feels both cozy and spacious. We enjoyed morning coffee watching the sun rise. The lake views are incredible! The beds were comfortable and the linens nice. The house is very clean and good, non-smelly water. Both bedrooms with private bathrooms plus a half-bath was nice for our group. Michael is a nice, hospitable host. We would definitely recommend and very likely to return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome lakehouse
We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful lakehouse! Comfortable, clean and many extras. The owners are excellent hosts. We fished from both docks and relaxed on the large screened porch. The sunrises were incredible. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett R., Atlanta, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Memorial Day weekend getaway
Nice remodeled home on Lake Santa Fe. Amazing views and they had everything we needed. Perfect for our family of four.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon H., Fort lauderdale, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location right on Santa Fe Lake
Perfect location to relax and enjoy the lake views. The house is comfortable and furnished well
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location
UF visit
Too far away from UF. Very dark dirt road. Uncomfortable bed and pillows but a stunning view of the lake. We checked out early to a hotel closer to campus
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and beautiful
We really enjoyed our stay at the lake house! We wanted to get away from the craziness for New Yeara and this was the perfect place to do that! The Sunrises were amazing and the view was impeccable. We will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lakehouse
Wonderful house on a beautiful lake. nice and clean. I would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Well, kept everything very convenient. Beautiful view.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
Very clean newly remodeled house on lakefront.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
We loved our stay at this property. Well-stocked kitchen made for easy cooking and grilling. Took the kayaks out on the lake and enjoyed the scenery. Also enjoyed the firepit and of course the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B., Clarence, , New York

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Sunrises
This property is a gem off the beaten path. A very quiet neighborhood. Great host communication, very clean, comfortable, cozy home. We had a very relaxing; re-energizing short vacation and loved every minute!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake life
friends & family get together had a great time
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abigail S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and Great Lake View
Very clean and welcoming, beautiful sunrise each morning. Driving directions were helpful because GPS not very accurate at the very end. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin H., Gainesville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake House
We had a wonderful experience at this property. Mike was a great host. it is ideally situated on the lake. This is a place we will return to.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bayou Treasures

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful as always!
Absolutely Beautiful property. The owners are very friendly and attentive. The property is clean and new. It’s a beautiful and quiet spot right on the beautiful little lake Santa Fe. Sun rise is so pretty every morning right through the French Doors! My father and I have stayed twice now and each time was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifull lake home
This home on Santa Fe Lake is quality construction, wonderfully furnished, beautifully landscaped and tastefully decorated. It had everything as described. The owners are excellent hosts.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

miresha e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Everything was absolutely amazing very clean quiet peaceful peace of heaven on earth.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022