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UF Game Day Graduation Retreat-Former Governor’s Home, HGTV featured Must See!

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A wooden deck with two rocking chairs and a small table, overlooking a forested area.
A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, leather sofas, and a central coffee table.
A spacious kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, and a central island.
A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a vanity with a mirror, and a wooden chair.
A spacious room with a patterned carpet, wooden beams, a stone fireplace, and a television.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Starke, FL
  • Place, Crystal Lake
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Florida
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Place, Ben Hill Griffin Stadium
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

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About the area

Starke

Located in Starke, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. Eugene l. Matthews historical museum and Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Wainwright Park and Waldo Motorsports. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Map
Starke, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Gainesville Raceway - 37 min drive - 46.4 km
  • University of Florida - 43 min drive - 53.6 km
  • Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 46 min drive - 55.3 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Stone’s Irish Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is UF Game Day Graduation Retreat-Former Governor’s Home, HGTV featured Must See! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at UF Game Day Graduation Retreat-Former Governor’s Home, HGTV featured Must See!?

As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at UF Game Day Graduation Retreat-Former Governor’s Home, HGTV featured Must See! on 10 Mar 2027 start from AU$728, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at UF Game Day Graduation Retreat-Former Governor’s Home, HGTV featured Must See!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at UF Game Day Graduation Retreat-Former Governor’s Home, HGTV featured Must See!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is UF Game Day Graduation Retreat-Former Governor’s Home, HGTV featured Must See! located?

This Starke holiday home is on the beach, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Crystal Lake, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Geneva and Santa Fe Lake. Starke Golf and Country Club and Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
My daughter didn’t want to leave!! Everyone was blown away with property. Booked for UF graduation and was about a 40 minute drive (20 miles) but so worth it!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We wanted to thank you for letting our family stay at your beautiful lake house. We had an amazing time and truly enjoyed our stay.The house was perfect for our large family. There was plenty of seating for everyone, lots of open space to gather together, and more than enough room for everyone to spread out comfortably. We especially loved the screened-in back porch, the lake area, the ample storage space, and how well the home accommodated big family hangouts. The beds were very comfortable, everything was clean and well-maintained, and overall the house felt welcoming and relaxing.We had a wonderful week, Our whole Family would love to do it again. Thank you Sammy for letting us enjoy your house
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a unique stay, with a great location. The beach and lake is private, so we left our kayaks and gear on the beach the entire stay without worry. The house was super open and airy, with plenty of space for our large group. We cooked breakfast and dinner every night and the kitchen could accommodate a large group. We spent our days travelling to lakes and beaches nearby, and both the gulf side and Atlantic side were about 1.5 hours away, so there was plenty to keep the family busy. There is large storage areas for boats and boat trailers and a huge parking area not pictured on the listing that are a must have if fishing in the area. Beds were super comfortable, each bedroom super unique, really cannot say enough good things. And the toilets... they are the super fancy foreign toilets and now I want one so bad! If I had a large group I absolutely would not hesitate to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2026
Thank you very much for the review! Thank you for taking the time to write such a detailed message that is better than a paid commercial! Truly appreciate it and hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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