Kayaks Provided | BBQ Ready | Water Views Experience lakeside living at its finest when you stay at this Waldo vacation rental near Gainesville! Whether you’re in town to cheer on the Gators at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium or just seeking a peaceful escape by the water, you’ll find the perfect base in this 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath house. Fish or kayak on-site before checking out local shops and eateries in Melrose! Then, return home for a game of billiards or relax on the furnished porch. -- THE PROPERTY -- SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed - Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 3: 2 queen beds - Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed, 1 twin bunk bed - Bedroom 5: 1 twin bed, 1 bunk bed (twin/full) INDOOR LIVING - Pool table - 2 Smart TVs - Gas fireplace - Hardwood floors OUTDOOR LIVING - Private dock - 5 kayaks (3 adult-sized, 2 youth-sized), canoe, paddleboard - Furnished porch w/ lake view - Spacious yard w/ cypress trees - Gas grill - Outdoor shower KITCHEN - Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher - Drip coffee maker - Toaster, blender - Dishware & flatware, cooking basics - Granite countertops GENERAL - Keyless entry, self check-in, free WiFi - Washer & dryer, iron/board, trash bags/paper towels - Towels/linens, hair dryer - Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans FAQ - Quiet hours (after 7:00 PM) ACCESSIBILITY - 2-story house, 4 steps required to enter - 1 bedroom & full bathroom on 1st floor PARKING - Driveway (5 vehicles) - RV parking available (upon request) -- THE LOCATION -- - Lake Santa Fe access, fishing & kayaking on-site - 7 miles to Historic Downtown Melrose: local restaurants & cafes, antique shops - 20 miles to Gainesville, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 5 miles to Brown's Farm - 11 miles to Newnans Lake Conservation Area - 15 miles to Gainesville Regional Airport, 72 miles to Jacksonville Int’l Airport -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, large gatherings, or loud music - This property has a strict maximum occupancy of 8 - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - Please observe quiet hours starting at 7:00 PM ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This 2-story house requires using 4 steps to enter; 1 bedroom and full bathroom are accessible on the 1st floor - For stays longer than 3 weeks, mid-stay cleanings will be required at no additional charge