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12603 NE 204 Terrace

Waldo, FL

Listing Details

  • $1,589,000
  • MLS# GC536376
  • Type Residential - Single Family
  • Status Active
  • 3
    Bedrooms
  • 2 full
    Bathrooms
  • 3,608
    Square Feet
  • 0.810 acres
    Lot Size
  • 1988
    Year Built

Description

Welcome to this Extraordinary Lake Santa Fe retreat-a waterfront estate perfectly designed for luxury living, multigenerational comfort, and effortless entertaining! This private oasis blends refined craftsmanship, resort-style amenities, and custom enhancements to create a legacy property designed to be enjoyed year-round. The property features both a primary residence AND a 2/1 apartment over the workshop EACH WITH MORE than an additional 800 sq ft! The main residence showcases recent custom features including a gas fireplace in the Great Room as well as fresh kitchen updates including custom quartz and glass kitchen counters, new exhaust... Read more hood, and a 2025 KitchenAid appliance suite. The Outdoor living is TRULY exceptional. The grounds are professionally designed by Entropics, and accented by architectural lighting. The lakeside, indoor/outdoor experience continues with a stunning cabana that features heated travertine tile, a sunken saltwater spa, an oversized, fully tiled outdoor shower, a second gas fireplace, and a commercial-grade outdoor kitchen, all anchored by a lakeside pavilion ideal for gatherings and sunset views! A full concrete seawall, private boat ramp, and covered dock with TWO lifts-the dock was refinished in 2024-offer seamless access to the lake. Additional spaces elevate both lifestyle and functionality. Above the barn/workshop, is a beautifully finished 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment complete with kitchen, private entrance, washer/dryer, dedicated parking, and lake views provides ideal guest OR income potential! The 870 square foot barn and garage are climate-controlled with standing AC/heat units. Extensive upgrades include built-in cabinetry and workbench, while the epoxy floors are perfect for hobbies or for professional use! An additional garden cabin and potting space add charm and utility for outdoor enthusiasts. Notable infrastructure upgrades include dual 500-gallon propane tanks, a whole-property water treatment system, a converted saltwater hot tub, a mini-split AC in the upstairs yoga studio, and a Bosch dishwasher added in 2023. Throughout the property, peace of mind is ensured with a 30kW Generac whole-home generator, Google Home security cameras, and a SimpliSafe security system. This Lake Santa Fe retreat is more than a home-it is a private resort, a family compound, and a timeless investment, offering unmatched waterfront living with modern reliability and refined elegance. Lake Santa Fe 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. 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!

Key Features

  • French Doors
  • Lighting
  • Other
  • Rain Gutters
  • Built-in Features
  • Ceiling Fans(s)
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • High Ceilings
  • Kitchen/Family Room Combo
  • Open Floorplan
  • Other
  • PrimaryBedroom Upstairs
  • Solid Surface Counters
  • Split Bedroom
  • Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Wet Bar
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12603 NE 204 Terrace
Waldo, FL 32694
County
Alachua
Schools
Hawthorne Middle/High School-AL
Hawthorne Middle/High School-AL
Chester Shell Elementary School-AL

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All Property Features

  • Property Type: Residential - Single Family
  • Additional Rooms: Den/Library/Office, Great Room
  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Water Filtration System
  • Barn Features: Other
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Days on Site: 113
  • Directions: From Gainesville head East on 26 to 301 in Orange Heights head North on 301 to 1471. At stop sign and intersection of 1469, cross over and continue North on 1471 to 132 Street on right. Follow to 199th Street, turn right, then left on 127th Avenue to end,
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Lighting, Other, Rain Gutters
  • Fenced: Yes
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Other, Wood
  • Fireplace: Gas, Outside, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace Y/N: Yes
  • Flood Zone Code: AE
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Frontage Lake: 100
  • Garage: 2 car attached
  • Heating: Electric, Propane, Zoned
  • Home Style: Craftsman
  • Home Warranty Y/N: No
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fans(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Kitchen/Family Room Combo, Open Floorplan, Other, PrimaryBedroom Upstairs, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar
  • Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional
  • Lot Description: Landscaped, Level, Private
  • Lot Dimensions: 0.81
  • Lot Size: 0.81 Acres
  • Other Equipment: Irrigation Equipment, Generator
  • Other Structures: Cabana, Guest House, Outdoor Kitchen, Shed(s), Storage, Workshop
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Parking: Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Other, RV Carport, RV Garage
  • Parking Notes: Covered, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Other, RV Carpo
  • Patio/Porch: Covered, Deck
  • Property Attached Y/N: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Roof Type: Metal, Shingle
  • Security: Security Gate, Security System
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Showing Instructions: Appointment Only, Gate Code Required
  • Special Sale Provisions: None
  • Special View Info: Water
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Taxes: $10,880
  • Utilities: BB/HS Internet Available, Other
  • Vegetation: Fruit Trees, Mature Landscaping, Oak Trees, Trees/Landscaped
  • Water: Well
  • Water Access: Lake
  • Water Access Y/N: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Boat Ramp - Private, Lift - Covered, Seawall - Concrete
  • Water View: Lake
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Zoning: A