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Secluded Artistic Lake House in the North Florida Pine Forest

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A room with a brown leather sofa, a patterned rug, and large windows offering a view of trees and a body of water.
A wooden deck with a planter box filled with plants, a small staircase, and a building with a window and a hanging lantern.
A spacious living area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a potted plant. There is a kitchen area with cabinets and a countertop visible in the background.
A spacious living room with a brown sofa, a glass coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A room with a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area with a table and chairs.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

Sleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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

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About the neighborhood

Melrose

This vacation home places you within a 15-minute drive of Lake Geneva and Santa Fe Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Geneva - 8 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Single Vision Inc. - 8 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Etoniah Creek State Forest - 12 min drive - 9.6 miles
  • Santa Fe Lake - 14 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Flamingo Lake - 15 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kangaroo Express - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blue Water Bay Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded Artistic Lake House in the North Florida Pine Forest

Enjoy a peaceful stay in the Maple Lake House far away from the noise and bustle of the city. This cozy home is nestled amongst live oaks and long leaf pine trees while overlooking beautiful Mandarin Lake. The home was designed and built by a local author and family friend, Marilyn Maple. Our family purchased and restored her home long after her passing, adding our own artistic flair. We hope you will enjoy our serene and peaceful home, sharing the love of its beauty as much as we do.

Florida history is evident in the catface scars on the pine trees from the forest-based turpentine industry. Nature is literally in your backyard with visiting sandhill cranes, turkeys, whistling ducks, alligators, gopher tortoises, raccoons, armadillos, deer, opossums, lizards, frogs, and more.

Mandarin Lake is located just behind the house so feel free to bring your canoes, kayaks, or paddleboards to float around. The water is murky so most people prefer to float rather than swim. There is always a chance for alligators so please keep an eye on small children and dogs.

(Kayaks and bicycle loans available upon request.)
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
All events must be discussed with host beforehand

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
Note from host: All events must be discussed with host beforehand
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 26

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50.
  • Note from host: All events must be discussed with host beforehand
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Melrose
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Melrose

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Melrose, close to Lake Lucy, Flamingo Lake, and Lake Geneva. You'll also find Trout Lake and Hart Lake nearby.

Is there parking available at Secluded Artistic Lake House in the North Florida Pine Forest?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Secluded Artistic Lake House in the North Florida Pine Forest?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a kitchen and video games along with a garden.

Are there hot tubs at Secluded Artistic Lake House in the North Florida Pine Forest?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Secluded Artistic Lake House in the North Florida Pine Forest?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV), which is 22.9 mi away (33 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Secluded Artistic Lake House in the North Florida Pine Forest?

Yes, every house at Secluded Artistic Lake House in the North Florida Pine Forest comes with a patio and some offer water views.

Secluded Artistic Lake House in the North Florida Pine Forest Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

patrick k.

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

Unique and beautiful

The setting in cluster of live oaks over looking large lake cannot be beat. Privacy and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Eve M.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2026

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