Welcome to lake life at Cherry Lake in Madison, Florida! This beautifully crafted custom cottage sits on a fully fenced . 79-acre lot shaded by majestic old oaks and designed for comfort, character, and relaxation. Inside, you’ll find an open-concept main living space filled with natural light and sweeping views of Cherry Lake from the living room and sunroom. The home is meticulously maintained, with solid wood trim, pine crown molding, custom cabinetry, and solid wood doors flowing seamlessly throughout. Beautiful LVP flooring runs through the entire home, while the spacious bedrooms offer plenty of room for family and guests. The sunroom at the front of the house extends your living space, perfect for morning coffee or evening sunsets over the water. Step outside and enjoy the perks of a fully fenced yard—ideal for boat parking, gardening, kids, and pets to safely play. An additional storage building and carport provide convenience and functionality. Cherry Lake itself is a 575-acre recreational haven, offering year-round fun from fishing and boating to water sports and summer gatherings. With public access close by, this home gives you the best of both worlds: quiet privacy at home and all the adventure the lake has to offer just steps away. Whether you’re searching for your forever home, a weekend getaway, or an income-producing property (Airbnb/VRBO potential), this cottage delivers. Pack your sunscreen, load the cooler, and start enjoying the sunsets and serenity of Cherry Lake living!
Single-familyProperty Type
1935Year Built
0.79 acresLot Size
$188Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lindsey Sadler• OaksFeather Realty
Bought with Jessica Webb• A Main Street Realty Co, LLC
Cherry Lake Cottage ready for all of your lake house dreams to come true! This home is in excellent condition and is situated on a large . 79 acre lot that is fully fenced. Just across the road, with a view from the yard, is Cherry Lake! Cherry Lake is approximately 575 acres with great fishing, water sports, summer fun & public access! The interior of this home has been recently completely remodeled from floors to light fixtures. Beautiful wood plank vinyl flooring, new appliances, fresh paint and completed bathroom. Pine crown molding, baseboards, doors & cabinetry add character and flow nicely throughout the home. Sunroom on the front of the house adds additional living space. Fully fenced yard is perfect for boat parking, kids & pets to safely play, gardening and outdoor entertaining! For the entrepreneur at heart, this would make a GREAT income producing property using AirBnB or VRBO. Pack your sunscreen, bring a cooler & enjoy the lake life! Interior photos coming soon!
CATRS #325464
Dec 22, 2020
Sold
$65,000
$63/sq ft
Nov 6, 2020
Listed
$80,000
$78/sq ft
+6
2Bedroom 1Bath home across the street from Cherry Lake in Madison County! Home is in process of being updated! Outside is completed but inside needs some work! Come with your tools, paint brush and Ideas to complete inside! Come take a look! Call for more details!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,012 (−36.3%)
$7,821 + $93,949
$101,770
2024
$1,588 (−0.2%)
$7,821 + $91,638
$99,459
2023
$1,592 (+36.5%)
$7,110 + $91,341
$98,451
2022
$1,166 (+51.6%)
2021
$769 (+22.8%)
$5,562 + $37,118
$42,680
2020
$626 (+10.2%)
2019
$568 (−2.3%)
$5,056 + $24,698
$29,754
2018
$582 (−1.0%)
$5,056 + $24,953
$30,009
2017
$588 (−20.9%)
$5,056 + $24,929
$29,985
2016
$743 (−1.3%)
$5,056 + $24,929
$29,985
2014
$753
Tax history for 149 NE Rootman Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,012 (−36.3%)
$7,821 + $93,949
$101,770
2024
$1,588 (−0.2%)
$7,821 + $91,638
$99,459
2023
$1,592 (+36.5%)
$7,110 + $91,341
$98,451
2022
$1,166 (+51.6%)
2021
$769 (+22.8%)
$5,562 + $37,118
$42,680
2020
$626 (+10.2%)
2019
$568 (−2.3%)
$5,056 + $24,698
$29,754
2018
$582 (−1.0%)
$5,056 + $24,953
$30,009
2017
$588 (−20.9%)
$5,056 + $24,929
$29,985
2016
$743 (−1.3%)
$5,056 + $24,929
$29,985
2014
$753
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.79 Acres
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
1,024
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Madison County
APN
032N095180005000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Carport, Two Spaces
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Room Types: Sunroom
Room 1 Information
Dimensions: 15x12
Room 2 Information
Living Room
Dimensions: 20x28
Room 3 Information
Kitchen
Dimensions: 9x10
Room 4 Information
Family Room
Dimensions: 0x0
Room 5 Information
Dining Room
Dimensions: 0x0
Room 6 Information
Other
Dimensions: 13x10
Room 7 Information
Bedroom 2
Dimensions: 13x12
Equipment
Appliances: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Flooring: Plank, Vinyl
Other Features: Sun Room
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 1
Construction Details: Fiber Cement
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fully Fenced
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.79
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road, Public Maintained Road
Property Information
Has View
Financial
Lease Information
Sale Or Lease Indicator: For Sale
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,024
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.79 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Madison County
APN: 032N095180005000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Pinetta Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 3.5mi
6/10
Madison County Central School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 9.4mi
2/10
Madison County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.4mi
2/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
8/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 108° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
9/10 Wind Factor
99% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
6/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$184,000 – $222,000
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