622 CO RD 21, Hawthorne, FL 32640

Welcome to your FULLY furnished, turn-key lakefront escape on Higginbotham Lake, a rare and peaceful retreat offering privacy, functionality, and charm in Northeast Florida. Tucked behind a gated entrance on a 1.64-acre parcel, this completely remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bath home has been thoughtfully updated and curated to support both relaxation and recreation. Inside, the home features a new metal roof, updated appliances, fresh paint, and luxury vinyl plank flooring, all part of a full remodel completed just 2 years ago. The ranch style concept floor plan offers seamless flow between kitchen, dining, and living areas, with large windows offering beautiful views of the property. Step outside and discover where this property truly shines: LAKEFRONT AMENITIES A cozy beach bungalow rests on a concrete slab near the shoreline, perfect for guests, future expansion, or musical campfires. The raised dock ensures reliable access during seasonal water changes. The private beach area is not sand but crushed river rock, providing a clean, low-maintenance waterfront lounge spot. It comes equipped with fire pit and seating, a decorative rock border, creating an atmosphere ideal for lakeside gatherings. STRUCTURES & STORAGE: The property boasts three additional outbuildings to fit any hobby, business, or storage need: 1) Main Steel Building: 48' x 70' x 15' tall Ideal for boats, RVs, Semi trucks, vehicles, or workshop or garage. 2) Secondary Steel Building: 21' x 15' x 15' tall Great for tool storage or smaller equipment or vehicles 3) Pole Barn/Garden Shed: 21' x 15' x 7' tall A perfect workspace for gardening or homesteading projects. 4) Older mother-in-law suite, roughly 450 sqft, need some TLC but good solid structure PROPERTY FEATURES: Crushed asphalt driveway from road to home Front access gate for privacy and security Roughly 80% of the property is fenced from road to waterfront, great for kids, pets, or livestock No HOA and abundant space for RV, boat, and toy storage Survey and Seller's Property Disclosure available Whether you're seeking a homestead, a weekend escape, or a multi-use residential and recreational property, this one delivers, with room to breathe, build, and enjoy. Conveniently located near Melrose, Keystone Heights, and Gainesville, this property offers easy access to schools, shopping, and state parks, while maintaining a secluded, country-lake feel.