Alachua, MELROSE
Welcome to your Lake Retreat on Melrose Bay, Lake Santa Fe! Designed by renowned architect Ron Haase, this iconic, Old-Florida style home was designed as his family’s personal lake retreat. Filled with natural light, the open-concept great room, kitchen, and dining area create a warm, airy space ideal for both relaxed living and effortless entertaining. The kitchen features elegant stone countertops, brushed chrome appliances, and a cozy breakfast bar—perfect for greeting the sunrise through the easterly windows! Dine indoors or step onto the elevated deck and screened lanai to enjoy lake breezes and gorgeous sunsets! Thoughtfully designed to embrace Florida’s natural beauty, the home showcases wide overhangs, cedar trim, new wood flooring throughout, metal accent siding, cedar-lined closets, and Pella windows throughout—blending craftsmanship with timeless style. Nestled in the heart of historic Melrose, Melrose Bay is a peaceful no-wake zone with direct access to Lake Santa Fe. The Lake is celebrated for its pristine water quality, excellent fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and swimming! Enjoy the conveniences and activities of the eclectic Melrose community AND the serenity of this home and property. it is an easy walk, bike ride or golf cart trip from the property to Melrose for dining, art galleries, and supplies. Melrose is just 30 minutes from Gainesville, 20 minutes to Gainesville Regional Airport, and 90 minutes to Jacksonville. Experience the perfect harmony of architectural elegance, lakeside tranquility, and classic Florida charm in this one-of-a-kind waterfront home!
Property Code : GC539093
Price : $ 950.000,00
Area : 2556 Sq Ft
Building Area : 2667 Sq Ft
Year of Construction : 1993
Property Category : Single Family Residence
Bedroom : 3
Bathroom : 3
Garage : 2
Available on Market : 07/04/2026
Property Status : Residential Active
New Construction : No
Pets Allowed: No
Annual Tax: $ 10.497,00
Tax Year: 2025
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Other
Public Utility Services: Cable Available, Street Lights
Water Source: Public
Laundry: Laundry Room
Home Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Rental use: No Minimum
HOA: /mo
Floor: Tile, Hardwood
Interior: Ceiling Fan(s), Other, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Split Bedroom
Window: Blinds
Other Structures: Storage
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Outside: Rain Gutters
Pool: Screen Enclosure
Patio and Porch Features: Deck, Screened
Foundation: Crawlspace, Pillar/Post/Pier
Parking: Covered, Garage Door Opener, Other
Ceiling: Metal
Road Type: Paved
Architectural Style: Florida, Other
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