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Crystal Lake Retreat

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Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
Keystone Heights, FL
  • Popular LocationGold Head Branch State Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationSanta Fe Lake14 min drive
  • Popular LocationKingsley Lake31 min drive
  • AirportGainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)36 min drive

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20/10 Excellent

Wonderful place with a great host!! I’d recommend this place to anyone. Top notch!!
David Y.
Feb 5, 2024

About this property

Entire place

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

Crystal Lake Retreat

Come stay a while at our serene two story lakefront cottage surrounded by beautiful oak trees, backyard patio, outdoor eating and grill. Enjoy amazing sunsets as you sit on the back patio of our Lake house rental or stick your toes in the white sandy beach and refreshing water. Be sure to take advantage of the opportunities to swim, fish, go boating, water sports and don't forget to simply relax. Located just 25 miles from Gainesville, Florida, 56 miles from Saint Augustine, Florida, and 53 miles Jacksonville, FL.

Property manager

Dawn Croft

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sunloungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that 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

Property is also known as

Newly Renovated Lake House Cottage
Newly Renovated Lake House Keystone Heights
Newly Renovated Lake House Cottage Keystone Heights

About the area

Keystone Heights

Located in Keystone Heights, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Starke Golf and Country Club and Lake Blossom Hiking Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park and Etoniah Creek State Forest. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing adventures can be found near the property.
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What's nearby

  • Gold Head Branch State Park - 12 min drive
  • Santa Fe Lake - 14 min drive
  • Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park - 29 min drive
  • Kingsley Lake - 31 min drive
  • University of Florida - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • Florida Cracker Kitchen - 9 min drive
  • Wendy's - 10 min drive
  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • McHenry's Irish Pub - 11 min drive
  • Hardee's - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crystal Lake Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crystal Lake Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crystal Lake Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Crystal Lake Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park, Gold Head Branch State Park and Santa Fe Lake. Shands Starke Regional Medical Center and Eugene l. Matthews historical museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

TIna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Keystone Heights get away
Very peaceful and relaxing. Enjoyed the lake, fishing and sunsets. Loved the community as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini stay-cay
We had a blast. Dawn and her husband were amazing and helpful. The lake is beautiful. We had a relaxing stay for a mini getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and quiet
I kept meaning to let Dawn know how much we appreciated her lake home; just didn't get around to it until now. Very nicely furnished kitchen, very comfortable beds, cute decor, very quiet neighborhood, beautiful lake. What's not to love! Perfect for us, although there was a little challenge getting up and down the slope, as we are senior citizens. This is a lakeside community next to a small town, about 8 minutes away. The surrounding properties are well-kept and we felt at home and secure. Thanks, Dawn!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Wonderful place with a great host!! I’d recommend this place to anyone. Top notch!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friend's getaway
I rented the house for my best friend bachelorette weekend. We were looking for a fun/ relaxing place to hang out at the property was it. Had a great time with friends and the lake view was pretty.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful lakeside getaway
Very clean, comfortable furnishings, and plenty of space! The host was readily available to answer questions. We stayed over a weekend and found the place to be quiet and peaceful. It is worth noting that the driveway and area leading up to the unit is not paved and the property has a slight hill with some irregularities (tree roots, etc) so someone with mobility challenges may find it a little challenging to come/go from this unit. We were very happy with the accommodations and will definitely be earmarking this place for a return visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Second time here and will book again. Always feel refreshed when the trip is over. Perfect for weekend getaway or a week long vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family
It’s our second time staying & we had just as much fun, we’re local to keystone so it’s a great and affordable staycation that we love having the opportunity to enjoy We’ll hopefully be back next summer
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hope’s Birthday
The owners are absolutely amazing! This is our 3rd year saying and will return again next year. Lots of memories has been made.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

JORDAN B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing, relaxing lake vacation
We just left after a 6 day stay. We had the most relaxing and fun stay! Everyone enjoyed the lake, porch sitting and just good quiet time catching up with family. I seen someone complain about the airplanes but let me tell you, there were just a couple planes that flew while we stayed and everyone really enjoyed watching their tricks. It was really cool. And they are quiet planes so that should bever be a worry when booking. If anything I thought it added to our stay. I can't say enough about this little get away. We are already planning our next trip. Thank you for letting us enjoy your home to make memories ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023