14628 SE 184th AveHawthorne, FL 32640

Welcome to the heart of historic Cross Creek, where Old Florida character, privacy, waterfront access, abundant wildlife, and some of North Central Florida’s best outdoor recreation come together. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home offers 1,268 square feet of finished living space on approximately 0.72 acres and was built in 1988. It is also the newest home on the road, offering a more updated option in this established Cross Creek setting. The property encompasses five lots, providing exceptional breathing room and separation from neighboring homes. Mature trees, natural surroundings, and abundant local wildlife create a peaceful, tucked-away setting where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of Old Florida right from home. One of the property’s most distinctive features is its location along a man-made canal that leads into Cross Creek, which connects Orange Lake and Lochloosa Lake. A public boat ramp is right around the corner, making this an especially appealing location for anglers and boaters. Orange Lake is known for outstanding bass fishing and was showcased during the Major League Fishing Kubota Heavy Hitters tournament in May 2026, with multiple bass topping the 10-pound mark. The home has benefited from several significant practical improvements, including a lifetime metal roof, new HVAC system installed in May 2025, brand-new water softener, and an upgraded septic system. Additional features include an attached garage, additional covered parking, a 384-square-foot unfinished open rear porch, and a 10' × 20' storage shed—ideal for fishing gear, lawn equipment, tools, or additional storage. The location puts you just minutes from Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park, the former home of the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Yearling, as well as the famous Yearling Restaurant. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is approximately 9 miles away, and historic Micanopy—one of Florida’s oldest and most distinctive small towns—is nearby. The Gainesville-Hawthorne State Trail is also within easy reach for biking, walking, and enjoying the surrounding landscape. Despite its peaceful Old Florida setting, the property is also approximately a 30-minute drive from Gainesville, providing convenient access to the University of Florida, UF Health Shands Hospital, shopping, dining, and other Gainesville amenities. Whether you’re looking for a full-time residence, a peaceful Florida retreat, or a home base for fishing, boating, biking, wildlife watching, and exploring the lakes, parks, trails, and historic towns of North Central Florida, this Cross Creek property offers a hard-to-find combination of privacy, canal frontage, lake access, abundant wildlife, outdoor space, major home improvements, and authentic Old Florida character—all within easy reach of Gainesville. 2 bedrooms | 2 full baths | 1,268 finished sq. ft. | 384 sq. ft. unfinished open rear porch | 0.72 acres | 5 lots | Canal frontage | 10' × 20' storage shed | Lifetime metal roof | New HVAC May 2025 | Brand-new water softener | Upgraded septic system | Built 1988 | Newest home on the road