Title: A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=7113&destination=Starke%2C+Florida%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=126643797&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house ## Photo gallery for A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house ![Interior - A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house (Starke)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126650000/126643800/126643797/4f7a9dcc_edited_13a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house (Starke)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126650000/126643800/126643797/13af6f0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house (Starke)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126650000/126643800/126643797/459e36cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house (Starke)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126650000/126643800/126643797/5bcee859.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house (Starke)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/127000000/126650000/126643800/126643797/041ef56a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house provides laundry facilities and more. 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[Visit our Starke travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Starke.dx7113) [View more Holiday homes in Starke](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Starke-Private-Holiday-Homes.d7113-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C29.81973%2C-82.04868&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mGY1dwXrQrnFakE6WtuYBVkowls=) Starke, FL ### What's nearby - ![Santa Fe Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000431362/0b90ed1d-67eb-4497-a9f6-f9ac696978e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Santa Fe Lake 8 min drive \- 5.9 miles - ![Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/630134299382149120/b488b58f-1f8d-4314-b5e8-681c4b5f5726.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park 9 min drive \- 7.1 miles - Veteran Memorial Park 11 min drive \- 11.1 miles - Wainwright Park 12 min drive \- 11.3 miles - Waldo Motorsports 17 min drive \- 13.4 miles ### Getting around - Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) 37 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 5 min drive - Hardee's 8 min drive - Stone’s Irish Pub 7 min drive - Wendy's 7 min drive - Circle K 9 min drive ## About this property ### A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house Holiday home by the lake A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. Other perks at this holiday home include: - Smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house include comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Other amenities include: - 2 bathrooms with showers and bidets ## Similar properties ![Lobby sitting area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/200800/200755/8a6fa57c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HOM Hotel Gainesville, SureStay Collection by Best Western Gainesville - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.4 Very good 1,870 reviews £65 includes taxes & fees 12 Apr - 13 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-12&endDate=2026-04-13&selected=200755&PinnedHotelID=200755&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24500/24450/9d6171f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Motel 6 Starke, FL Starke - Pool - Pet-friendly - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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: 16 Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house? ### What time is check-out at A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house? ### Where is A unique vacation resort- former Florida Governor’s family estate lake house located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ---