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Crystal Lake Retreat

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Sun-loungers
Dining
Smart TV, DVD player
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Keystone Heights, FL
  • Place, Santa Fe Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Lincoln City Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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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.
At this cottage, you'll find features such as laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cottage.
  • Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 12 minutes by car from Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park and 14 minutes from Santa Fe Lake
As a guest of Crystal Lake Retreat, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Keystone Heights cottage is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

NO smoking is allowed inside the house. If any guest smoke outside, please do not throw cigarette butts in the yard. Thank you.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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

Crystal Lake Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake views were the best part! Hit the spot for a relaxing lake get away
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Glen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space met our needs and it was a very pretty property to stay and enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PAUL W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene location.Our host Dawn was readily available for assistance or questions. Property was clean and well amended. Centrally located for day tripping to St.Augustine or Daytona. Highly recommend this property for couples or family. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets as well as the fishing.
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an incredible vacation for our family every year!! The property is just like pictured, and the beach is amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Dawn responded promptly when we had questions. We were very happy with all the little extras she left for us - beach chairs set out, coffee options, a few games for the kids (it rained!) The lake view was lovely - wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy lakehouse on a beautiful lake. Sunsets and wildlife are my favorite.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love this lake house!

Beautiful home, beautiful lake, and very pleasant hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check-in, the owner even came and helped us put our boat in. Super cute place, very clean! Communication with the owner was very detailed and super responsive. We loved it and, more importantly, the kids loved it. We will be back to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway

We were very pleased with this property. The owners were very accommodating and the place had everything we needed for our family getaway
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID G S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property! Host is always available to answer questions.

Dawn is a an awesome host. We enjoyed our stay and wouldn’t hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful lake rental

Come to town for football and family wish we had planned more down time at this peaceful lake location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful visit in this beautiful home right on the water. Celebrating our sons graduation and family all together. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible experience!

This is our second time at Crystal lake and we loved it even more! Such a perfect home on a beautiful lake!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID G S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Spot!

Very clean d well appointed. Very nice beach area facing west.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Stay!

Absolutely beautiful home with an even prettier view and beach looking out onto the clear lake. Everything was just like it is shown in the listing pictures!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great relaxing place!

The lake house view is beautiful. The atmosphere is quiet, peaceful and relaxing. The house was beautiful with every detail considered. This is a place we will definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

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

10/10 Excellent

Michele E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful retreat

This was a peaceful place and had beautiful views of the lake. If you're trying to get away from a busy city - stay here. The decor is nice, beds were comfy and the host was attentive. She thought of everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TIna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A super fun family vacatoon

We loved everything about are experience the water was beautiful the beach was super nice and the kids loved it we will be back for sure house was clean and the a/c worked good! Over all we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Butch and Dawn are by far the best host that we have ever had. Great memories are made each year we stay. The house & lake was amazing as always!! Next summer can't come fast enough.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little piece of paradise

Our stay was nothing short of AMAZING!!! The lake house was so cute and very clean. We enjoyed fishing and relaxing in the beautiful water. The neighbors and everyone we encountered in town were so friendly. Definitely will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023