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patrick k.
23 Sept 2023
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Unique and beautiful
patrick k.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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Secluded Artistic Lake House in the North Florida Pine Forest
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
Sleeps 6
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Melrose, FL
- Single Vision Inc.Place, Single Vision Inc.7 min drive
- Etoniah Creek State ForestPlace, Etoniah Creek State Forest10 min drive
- Santa Fe LakePlace, Santa Fe Lake10 min drive
- Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)31 min drive
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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.)
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.)
You'll find features like laundry facilities at this vacation home. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the vacation home.
- Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
- Free WiFi
- Amenities include laundry facilities
- 7.9 mi (12.7 km) from Santa Fe Lake and 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Flamingo Lake
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower/bathtub combination
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
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
- Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
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
- Pets are welcome
- Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
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
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property Melrose
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Melrose
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