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20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock!

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Earleton

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A two-story house with a blue roof and white trim, a front porch with a bench, and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103212 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Waldo, FL
  • Place, Santa Fe Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Waldo Farmers Market
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Waldo Motorsports
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Earleton

On lake.Stay at this Earleton vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Santa Fe Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Santa Fe River. Waldo Motorsports is within 9 miles (15 km) and Lake Rowell is within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Santa Fe Lake - 1 min drive - 0.2 miles
  • Waldo Farmers Market - 12 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Waldo Motorsports - 13 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park - 25 min drive - 22.4 miles
  • Gainesville Raceway - 26 min drive - 20.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Stone’s Irish Pub - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬24 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.

20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock!

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Furnished patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 3,212 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Gorgeous Waldo Home w New Dock Santa Fe Lake
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Gorgeous Waldo Home w/ New Dock on Santa Fe Lake! Earleton
Gorgeous Waldo Home w/ New Dock on Santa Fe Lake! Earleton

Frequently asked questions

How close is 20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock! to the airport?

This vacation home is 15.5 mi (23-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does 20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at 20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock!?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does 20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does 20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is 20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock! to downtown Earleton?

This vacation home is 2.7 mi away from Earleton.

20 Mi to UF Campus: Santa Fe Lake Escape w/ Dock! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with plenty of space! It was very family friendly and the view was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and plenty of room. We had a great stay. Also the beds were comfortable. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

Beautiful location. Had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay

We had a blast as usual! Everything was fantastic! Ready to plan our next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Place

This is a great house and property with an extremely helpful and attentive owner. We stayed for Memorial Day weekend and had the best time. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was so very sweet and very accommodating! Very responsive. The house is perfect for quiet nights and mornings. Just secluded enough for the rural and close enough for a little city.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

So relaxing

A Great place to get away and relax! This is our second visit and we will be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great time

Great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome experience

Place was awesome and great customer service
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend

Had a great weekend, convenient location, and quiet! Great place for a weekend or longer, plenty to do, and a lot of fun. Well furnished and maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break/Race weekend!

Had an awesome start to spring break 2023 in this beautiful home. Perfect for friend and family group. Very nice home and location. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

gator nationals

was very well kept . enjoyed
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family and Friends Spring Break Race weekend

We had 2 families enjoy this beautiful home. Some headed to the Gator Nationals and other enjoyed the lake and the sunshine!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Multi generation trip to attend UF graduation

Very relaxing home The back porch is fantastic and the lake views gorgeous It's a bit of a drive into Gainesville, but it was nice to get away from all the graduation crowds. Comfortable beds and plenty of room. We had a great weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Getaway

We recently visiting this wonderful little getaway on Lake Sante Fe. I have stayed at several properties over the years on this lake, and I have to say, this has been my favorite. The owner was communicative and helpful. We are already looking to book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding weekend

Beautiful clean house with amazing waterfront views great amenities and comfy beds
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home

Very nice home and we had a great time! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Waldo fun!

Great time at our rental on Little Santa Fe Lake. Came to Florida for the football game in Gainesville from Texas. House was very clean, comfortable and just a short drive from Gainesville. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

The house was great and the view and nature is spectacular. I was not aware that all but the master bedroom are on a second floor. But they are very spacious and plenty of room. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Thanksgiving gathering

The house was beautiful, better than I expected from the listing. It had been obviously renovated, and the bathrooms really are nice. The dock, and the lake were beautiful. We enjoyed using the fire pit. The kitchen was very well equipped, and I had no problem at all making an extensive Thanksgiving dinner in the kitchen. There is a nice Winn-Dixie about 15 minutes away. There is an up-to-date, modern washer and dryer that worked beautifully. We would like to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

UF graduation

We rented this home to attend my son's graduation at UF. It is a beautiful property and house has a lot of space. Too cold and windy that weekend to get out on the lake unfortunately. It was about a 30 minute drive to the university which was not as convenient for attending some events associated with graduation. Otherwise I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great home for families traveling for graduation

We had family coming in for our son's graduation from the University of Florida and we rented this beautiful lake house for us all to be together. The home was very spacious allowing us all to be together without being on top of each other. The bedrooms and bathrooms were very large and had ample storage space. There were so many things to do including playing a game of pool, fishing, swimming, boating, trail walking, and even a bricked-in firepit. The home was very clean with updated appliances and finishes. The owners were very responsive when we had a question and we will be recommending this home to our friends who also have kids at UF.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful getaway

We stayed to celebrate our daughter’s graduation from UF Vet school. The house was beautiful and spacious. We had 4 adults and 1 teenager with plenty of room. We enjoyed mornings and evenings sitting on the dock and porch. We spent many hours fishing off the dock and landed a few small fish. The weather was also perfect the entire stay. I appreciated the canoe and kayak options however my family was scared an alligator was going to eat them LOL, no gators were seen. The only negative I have is the shower water pressure was weak and the ladies complained about getting shampoo out of their hair. Wasn’t a big deal for me and certainly not a deal breaker. I would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying at this beautiful lakefront property. This home is equipped with everything you need with a fully stocked kitchen supplies, plenty of bedrooms, a wonderful porch to relax on and a great dock. We brought our boat and a had great days on Little Lake Santa Fe! We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026