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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 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.
A spacious lobby with a patterned carpet, leather sofas, and a central coffee table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out

    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.

  • On the beach

    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Dryer
  • Bathtub

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

About this property

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

What about staying in a historical house - the once Governor’s family home with full of antiques and stories-including hidden uncovered gold coins-while enjoying a five star hotel bed & bath amenities with sound sleep? What about sitting at the beach watching sunrise or having a drink on the porch toasting the full moon? What about taking a morning walk in the garden like yard and being greeted by the red canaries?What about staying quiet counting the cranes wandering on the back yard and watching the squirrels chasing among the trees? A lot of details telling the combined taste of life and art, west and east, southern style and oriental touch. Truly one of a kind experience not to be missed!
Only 40 minutes from University of Florida and Jacksonville and situated by the most desirable spring feed Crystal Lake. Open to events and weddings.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5115202
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Starke

Located in Starke, this vacation 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, motor boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Starke, FL

What's nearby

  • Crystal Lake - 19 min walk - 1.6 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
  • Sante Fe College - 57 min drive - 76.3 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stone’s Irish Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Florida Cracker Oyster Bar & Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬8 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 Sep 13, 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 Dec 14, 2026 start from $238, 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!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

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

This Starke vacation 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 mi (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Shan Liu

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A runaway soul and body healing from the busy past

Why they chose this property

Beautiful, safe and peaceful

What makes this property unique

A unique historical family house with full characters

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English

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