25608 DEVONIA ST, MELROSE, FL, 32666
$950,000
Residential
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
3
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Living Area
2,556 Sqft
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Lot Size
19,602 Sqft
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Welcome to your Lake Retreat on Melrose Bay, Lake Santa Fe! Designed by renowned architect Ron Haase, this iconic, Old-Florida style home was designed as his family’s personal lake retreat. Filled with natural light, the open-concept great room, kitchen, and dining area create a warm, airy space ideal for both relaxed living and effortless entertaining. The kitchen features elegant stone countertops, brushed chrome appliances, and a cozy breakfast bar—perfect for greeting the sunrise through the easterly windows! Dine indoors or step onto the elevated deck and screened lanai to enjoy lake breezes and gorgeous sunsets! Thoughtfully designed to embrace Florida’s natural beauty, the home showcases wide overhangs, cedar trim, new wood flooring throughout, metal accent siding, cedar-lined closets, and Pella windows throughout—blending craftsmanship with timeless style. Nestled in the heart of historic Melrose, Melrose Bay is a peaceful no-wake zone with direct access to Lake Santa Fe. The Lake 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. it is an easy walk, bike ride or golf cart trip from the property to Melrose for dining, art galleries, and supplies. 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!
Property Details
| Property Features | Property Features | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MLS ID: | MFRGC539093 | Year Built: | 1993 | |
| Accessibility Features: | Accessible Bedroom, Accessible Entrance, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Washer/Dryer | Appliances: | Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer | |
| Architectural Style: | Florida, Other | Community Features: | Street Lights | |
| Construction Materials: | Wood Siding | Cooling: | Central Air | |
| Country: | US | County Or Parish: | Alachua | |
| Direction Faces: | South | Exterior Features: | Rain Gutters | |
| Fencing: | Chain Link | Flooring: | Tile, Wood | |
| Foundation Details: | Crawlspace, Pillar/Post/Pier | Furnished: | Unfurnished | |
| Green Energy Efficient: | Insulation, Thermostat, Windows | Heating: | Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Other | |
| Laundry Features: | Laundry Room | Levels: | Two | |
| Listing Agreement: | Exclusive Right To Sell | Listing Terms: | Cash, Conventional | |
| Lot Features: | Corner Lot, Landscaped | Occupant Type: | Owner | |
| Other Structures: | Storage | Parking Features: | Covered, Garage Door Opener, Other | |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Deck, Screened | Pool Features: | Screen Enclosure | |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence | Property Type: | Residential | |
| Road Responsibility: | Public Maintained Road | Road Surface Type: | Paved | |
| Roof: | Metal | Sewer: | Septic Tank | |
| Showing Requirements: | Appointment Only, Call Listing Agent | Spa Features: | In Ground | |
| Special Listing Conditions: | None | Standard Status: | Active | |
| State Or Province: | FL | Utilities: | Cable Available | |
| View: | Water | Water Source: | Public | |
| Waterfront Features: | Lake Front | Window Features: | Blinds | |
| Rooms | Rooms | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Room: | Primary Bedroom: | |||
| Kitchen: | Dining Room: | |||
| Bedroom 2: | Bedroom 3: | |||
| Bathroom 2: | Laundry: | |||
| Bathroom 3: | ||||
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