204 PINE ST

Lake-Lover Alert! Slow Down... enjoy lake life and small-town charm in this beautiful home conveniently located in historic Melrose. Melrose is an eclectic and vibrant community less than 30 minutes - an EASY commute - from UF/UF Health, North Florida and downtown Gainesville. This home streams natural light through oversized windows, while its concrete-block home construction will keep you snug and comfortable in the heat of summer or the chill of winter! The property features an expansive, fenced back yard only a 5 minute walk to Melrose Bay/Lake Santa Fe beach/park and boat ramp. The back yard is entirely fenced; 2 extra buildings provide storage, workshop, studio, or "he/she shed" space. This home features an easy living, split floor-plan with a spacious owner suite and en-suite bath. Two other large bedrooms (or study/office spaces), a separate dining room and a family room centered around a wood-burning stove and built-in bookshelves providing ample space to showcase your beloved belongings! The light and airy kitchen features plenty of storage and flows to the dining area or to the back yard; perfect for entertaining. Terrazzo & tile flooring throughout the home - no carpet! The exterior of home offers a front porch AND a back patio, natural landscaping including palm and citrus trees. Clay electric for lower utility bills, Putnam county for lower taxes! This great location is easy walking distance to the public library and post office, grocery store, Melrose Bay beach/park and access to the public boat ramp to launch your boats, wave runners, kayaks, paddle boards etc. (Melrose Bay - Lake Santa Fe). Lake Santa Fe is a gorgeous, spring-fed, nearly 6000 acre fishing and recreational lake. Hurry to have a look at this home...Welcome home to Melrose! Virtual TOUR: https://youtu.be/jjJqWDT590M