Remarks: This Beautiful one owner home was custom built for an active lifestyle and casual enjoyment with an open floor plan that has lots of natural light throughout. The carport is perfect for those with larger vehicles with 8ft. height and storage along one wall plus an attached studio/workshop with roll door and A/C. The sidewalk leads to the French doors that open to a 24x36 Detached Workshop with 50 gal 230v Air Compressor, A/C and Ht., tankless water heater and several skylights for natural light, automatic bay doors, a bathroom and kitchen area. It could be easily converted to an ADU for a second family or Air BnB and still have room for a shop. The main home has plenty of room to spread out including an office/study with built in bookshelves and glassed French doors and a separate dining room that could be a second office or music room. The fully equipped kitchen has a gas range, oven with a warming drawer, counter depth refrigerator, and prep sink in the island. Breakfast area can accommodate a small bistro or a larger dining room table. The great room has a gas fireplace with French doors that open onto a huge family room that is the perfect spot for entertaining family and friends. It has two living areas, a wet bar and coffee station, Spa and sliding glass windows overlooking private yard. There is also a garden storage shed for lawn and landscape tools. There is also large 16 ft. gates on the back side with a perfect spot for your boat and RV with sewer dump station . The total property for house and shop is .8 acres and can be accessed by the back of the property on 142nd St. or through the 10 ft. automatic swing front Gate on 143rd Terrace next to the house. There is a second tax parcel that is 1/2 Acre also connected to city water and sewer and is approved for a single home, Mobile hoe or Granny Flat could be used for income rental or additional living space and seller will consider selling the extra lot for with the home for $388,800. Main home has New Hot water 2026, A/C 2025 and for acceptable offer a New roof at closing on home and carport with attached workshop. This is move in ready! Convenient location only 15 minutes to The Gainesville Regional Airport and 20 minutes to downtown Gainesville. Close to lakes for fishing and boating with a 9 minute drive to Lake Alto Boat Ramp and 16 minute drive to Big Lake Santa Fe Boat Ramp. Just down the street from the boat ramp is Melrose Bay Park that has beach and water access. (Picture of park and lake in Photos)Brochures available on request.

Listing is courtesy of: WATSON REALTY CORP (352-377-8899)

Listing Agent: Donna Bostwick (352-514-5762)

Remarks: Welcome to this Extraordinary Lake Santa Fe retreat—a waterfront estate perfectly designed for luxury living, multigenerational comfort, and effortless entertaining! This private oasis blends refined craftsmanship, resort-style amenities, and custom enhancements to create a legacy property designed to be enjoyed year-round. The property features both a primary residence AND a 2/1 apartment over the workshop EACH WITH MORE than an additional 800 sq ft! The main residence showcases recent custom features including a gas fireplace in the Great Room as well as fresh kitchen updates including custom quartz and glass kitchen counters, new exhaust hood, and a 2025 KitchenAid appliance suite. The Outdoor living is TRULY exceptional. The grounds are professionally designed by Entropics, and accented by architectural lighting. The lakeside, indoor/outdoor experience continues with a stunning cabana that features heated travertine tile, a sunken saltwater spa, an oversized, fully tiled outdoor shower, a second gas fireplace, and a commercial-grade outdoor kitchen, all anchored by a lakeside pavilion ideal for gatherings and sunset views! A full concrete seawall, private boat ramp, and covered dock with TWO lifts—the dock was refinished in 2024—offer seamless access to the lake. Additional spaces elevate both lifestyle and functionality. Above the barn/workshop, is a beautifully finished 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment complete with kitchen, private entrance, washer/dryer, dedicated parking, and lake views provides ideal guest OR income potential! The 870 square foot barn and garage are climate-controlled with standing AC/heat units. Extensive upgrades include built-in cabinetry and workbench, while the epoxy floors are perfect for hobbies or for professional use! An additional garden cabin and potting space add charm and utility for outdoor enthusiasts. Notable infrastructure upgrades include dual 500-gallon propane tanks, a whole-property water treatment system, a converted saltwater hot tub, a mini-split AC in the upstairs yoga studio, and a Bosch dishwasher added in 2023. Throughout the property, peace of mind is ensured with a 30kW Generac whole-home generator, Google Home security cameras, and a SimpliSafe security system. This Lake Santa Fe retreat is more than a home—it is a private resort, a family compound, and a timeless investment, offering unmatched waterfront living with modern reliability and refined elegance. Lake Santa Fe 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. 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!

Listing is courtesy of: RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS (352-375-1002)

Listing Agent: Lynn Hughes (412-559-7335)