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Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights

Melrose cabin with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Keystone Heights, FL
  • Place, Santa Fe Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Single Vision Inc.
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Melrose

On lake.You'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of Santa Fe Lake and 12 miles (20 km) of Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park. Etoniah Creek State Forest and Flamingo Lake are within 16 miles (25 km).
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What's nearby

  • Santa Fe Lake - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Single Vision Inc. - 10 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park - 18 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Etoniah Creek State Forest - 19 min drive - 14.9 miles
  • Flamingo Lake - 21 min drive - 16.7 miles

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stone’s Irish Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Florida Cracker Oyster Bar & Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights

Bring Your Boat | Backyard Bonfires | Serene Setting

Get ready to discover adventure during a stay at this 3-bed, 2-bath Keystone Heights vacation rental. Paddle around Lake Hutchinson right from the yard or head out to explore the area's state parks and preserves — the cabin is your gateway to Florida's great outdoors. No matter what the day brings, 'Deer Chase South' invites evening relaxation with a barbecue on the deck or drinks on the screened porch. Grab your spot on the lake today!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 king bed
- Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TVs, DVD player
- Electric fireplace
- Dining table

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Deck, outdoor dining set w/ umbrella
- Built-in gas grill
- Outdoor speakers, string lights
- Screened-in porch, lounge seating
- Private dock, paved boat ramp
- Backyard, fire pit

KITCHEN
- Dishwasher, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Keurig, blender, Crockpot, spices
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware, trash bags & paper towels

GENERAL
- Central heating & A/C, window A/C units
- Towels & linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer
- Washer & dryer, iron & board
- Free WiFi
- Keyless entry

FAQ
- 1 exterior security camera (facing out)
- No fence before lake

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story home, 1 step to enter

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- On-site access to Lake Hutchinson: boating, paddling, fishing
- 11 miles to Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park
- 5 miles to Keystone Heights: coffee shops, restaurants
- 27 miles to Ravine Gardens State Park: St Johns River
- 51 miles to Ocala International 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, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story home requires 1 step to enter
- This property may not be suitable for young children due to the unfenced lake area
- Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entryway. The camera is outward facing and does not look into interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

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

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights to the airport?

This cabin is 19.5 mi (30-min drive) away from the Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights to downtown Melrose?

This cabin is 3.1 mi away from Melrose.

Lakefront Nature Escape! Cabin in Keystone Heights Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Stay was great perfect location, beautiful view of the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph U., St. Marys, GA.

Nice getaway

Nice, quiet cabin right on a small lake, great for a weekend getaway. It was comfortable and well furnished. With a smart TV, we were able to watch some of our favorite shows during the rainy part of our stay, and then we sat out on the big screened in back and on the large deck when the sun was out. It had a barbeque but we didn't use it due to the weather.The only issues we had were first, we discovered two burned out outlets on separate six-outlet plugs, one of which had a floor heater plugged into. We sent messages to the host AND Evolve (through the app), but never heard back, and I thought it should be taken care of right away. We unplugged the heater and left it unplugged for the rest of our stay. Secondly, there was a lot of dirt on the floor that we had to sweep up. Lastly, many of the horizontal surfaces were sticky, like drinks had been spilled but not wiped up. It just seemed that the cleanup wasn't done very well.Overall, however, we were happy with our stay in the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

james t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Hutchinson Keystone Hts, FL Cowford Elliott

Nice. Very nice. Growing up across the road from Lake Hutchinson, on Lake Opal, 1964-1974, made the visit to Lake Hutchinson nostalgic to say the least. Beautiful place & great amenities here. The Lake Hutchinson views and the Spanish Moss waving in the Oak trees rekindled fond memories - while sitting indoors, watching the sunrise from bed, or sitting outdoors on the deck. Unfortunately, it was cold outside, but the cabin is well heated. I’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen E., Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet getaway

Keystone Heights is a wonderful small town and this Lakefront cabin is a gem. It was perfect for the family to enjoy quality time together but also able to spread out for solitary moments. The view and the back porch can’t be beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandi F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable and clean

We stayed several days; relaxing and looking over the lake really fit the bill.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Get Away

Had a wonderful time with Family!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice but no customer service

Property was nicely maintained. House was nice with good quality furniture and a cold A/C (important in FL). The lake was beautiful and neighbor friendly. Cleaning crew was a little sloppy (dishes weren’t clean and zero extra toilet paper). I tried several times to reach the management team but they did not respond.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunrise lake

Our stay at this lake house was for a sporting event my children participated in nearby. We were very busy. This was such a great place to start each day and end each day. Sunrises from across the lake which can spectacular views each morning. The back deck was so nice to grill and have meals. I do wish this house had a washer and dryer. This was the first time I have stayed in a rental without (but did not check the listing) and packed thinking I would be able to do laundry like I normally do.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Coming back!

Great place on lake. Cool weather in Florida!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Janet M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely deck and screen porch

We enjoyed our stay. We loved the screen porch and deck, beautiful sunrise view of the lake. However, it seems that no one had pulled maintenance for awhile. Several things didn't work, deck lighting, fan in the second bedroom, hairdryer, kitchen outlets. Would have been nicer if everything had been functioning.
Stayed 20 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get away

Very quiet ,area in January. Rustic, scenic view of the lake. Worked great for what we wanted to do in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Weekend

Amazing Property and amazing brows Will be returning!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jon E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Much Needed Getaway

This is the third time we have rented this property. We enjoy the location because it is close to family, the lake is beautiful, and the view from the back porch is amazing. Even when it rained (which it normally does on Florida hot afternoons) the view from the porch made the booking worth it. Upon checking we noticed the TV was not working but after contacting the owner we came up with a solution. Would rent this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness

VA to FL

Amazing and will be back next year
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gayna R., Melrose, FL

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and relaxing property!

The lake is beautiful! You couldn’t ask for a more relaxing and beautiful place!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Manuel C.

Liked: Cleanliness

UF Graduation Celebration

It was everything and more. The view and the amenities were incredible. The weather cooperated and an amazing time was had. What a beautiful view for the sunrise. The house has everything you need for a great getaway. We would highly recommend this property to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fernando A.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Retreat

Beautiful setting on the lake and very peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Penelope K.

Liked: Cleanliness

St Augustine Christmas trip

Clean with plenty of room for all. Beautiful lake. Comfortable beds. TV in living room didn’t work and some deck chairs were broken.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean and relaxing

Great views. plenty of room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deb P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very relaxing time for all!

Great nights sleep, very comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kayla D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

Beautiful property with all amenities needed . The kids LOVED it and the adults did too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome lakeside cabin

My friends and I came for a girls weekend. This place was even better than I thought. The bedrooms were nice, the sofas were comfy, and the screened in porch was awesome! The cabin is set up on a hill, looking down at the lake and the view is beautiful. I watched a colorful sunrise over the lake while relaxing in the porch. There is abundant wildlife and lots of birds, which was an added benefit. The check-in process was super easy. I can't really think how any thing could be improved!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ladies Weekend Getaway

So beautiful and the perfect property to unwind and relax. If you are looking to decompress and take in the peaceful beauty of Lake Hutchinson, this is the place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Judith H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Seniors reunion

We enjoyed the view of the lake from the house and deck. Sitting outside or in the screened in porch if buggy is perfect for memorable gatherings. We even saw a young red shouldered hawk “up close.” The 2 king beds and twins are all very comfortable. The house is graciously supplied with all cleaning and kitchen needs. Therefore for a short stay you don’t need to bring everything from your home to the rented one!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maxim L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Melrose stay

The stay was nice and enjoyable. The house suited us well with 2 kings size bed bedrooms and a separate room for kids. We all enjoyed a stay near the fire pit during these few cold days in Florida. Location is quiet place near the beautiful lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

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