9522 NE COUNTY ROAD 1469

Small farmstead in Earlton, Florida on over 2.5 acres. This move-in ready home is sited just 20 minutes to Gainesville, and 8 minutes from Historic Melrose in the heart of the Lake Region. The public boat ramp for Lake Santa Fe is just 8 minutes away! This home was originally owned by the late Dr. Arthur Elliott who developed the now famous Elliott Blueberry. And a blueberry farm neighbors this property on two sides. In more recent years, the home has had a number of upgrades including a new roof in 2013, new "dog/scratch resistant laminate flooring, tile flooring, newer decks, remodeled kitchen with oak cabinets and pantry, light fixtures, central AC, and major electrical upgrades. 1/2 of the garage was enclosed to create an office/work out room/possibly 3rd bedroom, and has it's own mini-split air conditioner. Master bath has a large walk-in shower. Garage extends to a 2 car carport yielding plenty of space for vehicles and projects. The farm portion of this property is a gardener's/market gardener's delight. Starting with the 12' X 9" greenhouse with plenty of space to start your crops. A Pole barn equipped with tool storage, crop washing area, planting bench, walk in cooler, workshop, garden planning area/office space, and more. Many raised beds, covered with landscape cloth are delineated on the property, about a half acre for production of flowers, vegetables, and fruits. Irrigation is installed for the entire property, so more beds could be developed. The property is completely fenced with some cross fencing in the garden areas. Citrus, fig, azalea, large oaks, and more grace the landscape. One could easily grow veggies and sell them at the local farmer's markets in Melrose, Gainesville, and Keystone Heights. Or support your family's larder by growing much of your own food. Historic Melrose is just 8 minutes away with restaurants, art galleries, music, medical care, shopping and let's not forget about 6000 acre Lake Santa Fe, a Florida Outstanding Water, which allows for water recreation: boating, fishing, water skiing, kayaking, canoeing, swimming and more. This lovely home allows for quiet country living, close to city amenities. A must see property.