Holiday houses in Waldo

"The Great" Retro Escape

Nestled on a peaceful 10-acre homestead just minutes from Gainesville Airport, this renovated 1976 Avion La Grande offers a perfect blend of retro charm with modern touches. Enjoy walking trails, abundant wildlife, and meet our pigs (litter born 1/24/26), chickens, and goats! Features include a retro kitchen, AC, outdoor deck, and eco-friendly compost toilet. Down a quiet dirt road yet close to downtown, UF, breweries, and nearby springs. Perfect for a unique nature getaway with modern comfort

Sunflower Acres Cottage

Cute, cozy, freshly remodeled, private guest house on a beautiful 5 acre farm. Enjoy your own backyard herb garden with privacy fence, picnic table and fire pit. New kitchen with gas stove, microwave, toaster oven, coffee-maker, and dining area perfect for enjoying meals. The bedroom is equipped with a smart TV, queen bed, & extra blankets. This country getaway is near the University of Florida (12 miles), Blue Springs (21 miles) Ginnie Springs (24 miles), and historic High Springs (15 miles).

Three Bedroom House on Private Scenic Lake Mable

Located on pristine (no gas engines) swimming and fishing Lake Mable, this cheerful home is the perfect spot for a fun filled family vacation or just a relaxing weekend getaway. Enjoy the peaceful sounds of nature as you sit and watch the sunset over the lake, roast some marshmallows over the firepit, or just relax by the lake with a fishing rod in hand. You may see Sandhill Cranes, Red-headed Woodpeckers, or even a few deer. Let your worries drift away and enjoy the tranquility around you.

Rose Cottage at Alpaca Acres

Relax at this cozy, tranquil cottage on our small farm in the country outside Gainesville yet close to Santa Fe College, High Springs and Alachua. Compact cottage has a full kitchen and bath, queen bed, twin air mattress, indoor seating and outdoor picnic area. We have a few friendly alpacas, chickens, dogs, and assorted birds. Well cared for pets welcome, property is fully fenced. Great place to stay to explore the springs, go antiquing, or check out Gainesville's food, music and fun.

Charming Lakefront Log Home

Welcome to your perfect lake retreat! Located on a no public access lake. This charming log home has a private dock and boat ramp suitable for launching your boat for fishing or skiing. There are kayaks on premises for use. This is an ideal location to enjoy North Florida’s lake life with family, friends, or work retreat. Includes a fully stocked kitchen, covered porch, fire pit, gas grill, and WiFi if you feel the need to plug in. NOT suitable for parties or events. NO loud noise, please.

Modern Cottage on Private Spring Fed Lake

Nestled on a gorgeous spring-fed private lake in the woods, our charming cottage is your ideal retreat. Whether you're dreaming of peace and quiet, a romantic getaway, or fun with your kids, this is the place to be! Kayak around the serene lake as you witness breathtaking sunsets, take a dip in the cool water or simply unwind amidst the beautiful surroundings. As night falls, gather around a fire and gaze up at the many stars lighting the sky. Come and create many cherished memories ☀️

The Orchid of Lake Santa Fe

Melrose Bay on Lake Santa Fe This apartment is newly remodeled. It features new cabinets, new appliances, a private porch and lovely furnishings, WIFI and cable. Downtown Melrose is in walking distance with three restaurants (one is the famous Blue Water Bay), public library, post office, grocery store, dollar store and Ace. Bring your boat and launch at the nearby boat ramp. Lake Santa Fe is a recreational lake with clean spring fed water for swimming, boating, skiing and fishing.

The Nest on Lake Santa Fe in Melrose, FL

The Nest is a beautiful two-story cottage on Lake Santa Fe. Enjoy some peace and serenity, catch monster bass, or bring your ski boat for high-speed fun. We are located just 20 minutes from Gainesville and UF. The Nest is great for a weekend getaway or a week of peaceful relaxation. We do not allow parties or events out of respect for our neighbors and we allow a maximum of 6 guests (max 4 adults). Absolutely no animals are allowed on the property at any time for any reason.

Bright and Airy Lofted Barn - rustic retreat

Find your peace in our quaint, completely renovated rustic barn. This is a space built for slowing down—tuck into the cozy reading nook in the airy loft, or watch the local wildlife from your private upstairs balcony. With en suite bedrooms on each floor and a bright, open floor plan, you’ll have all the privacy you need with the warm, communal feel of a historic home. Perfect for couples or small families seeking a quiet getaway without sacrificing modern amenities.

Gator Trail Guesthouse

Slow mornings, quiet evenings, and adventure whenever you crave it. This quaint lakeside hideaway is your home base for exploring North Florida — whether you’re here for a Gators game, a beach day, or a stroll through St. Augustine. Nestled in peaceful Swisher Lakes Estates, you’ll feel secluded and surrounded by nature, yet only a short drive to Gainesville, Jacksonville, Crescent Beach, and more. Kick back, breathe deep, and make memories by the water.

Fernbank on beautiful Lake Alto. Laketime Getaway

Visit this beautiful, tranquil lakeside spot for an amazing getaway. It's a six acre property, an inspiring place to study, write, or get work done with fun things to do while on a break. Swim, kayak, canoe, paddle board or enjoy sitting on the dock. Visit the barn for basketball, ping pong, and corn hole. It's a studio apartment with a private bathroom and beds for four, plus two couches and air beds available. Note: This is an upstairs apartment.

Lakefront Retreat Apartment Remodeled, Premium Bed

Private lake home on Big Lake Santa Fe is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy gorgeous sunset views. The rental unit is an upstairs separated apartment. It has a cedar interior with a cabin feel that has been renovated with new appliances, flooring and updated bathroom with walk in shower. Bring your boat to cruise the lake or fish and tie up at our dock. Enjoy swimming, water skiing, fishing or just relaxing on the deck.