Kingsley Lake Home w wide lawn, dock, central air, 4 kayaks. Near Camp Blanding
If you're looking for a special oasis to spend quality family time in one of Kingsley Lake's original homes, you've hit the jackpot. If you are working at Camp Blanding for a week or a month, even better! Our lakefront home has a large lawn, tons of personality and anyone that visits will find serenity, peace, and beauty nestled among live oaks dripping with Spanish Moss.
Kingsley Lake is one of the cleanest, most beautiful lakes in Florida, with a white sand bottom. The house is just down the street from Camp Blanding, a couple of miles from historic Starke, FL, where you'll find restaurants, a movie theater stuck in time, and everything you might need if you forgot something at home. We're about 45 minutes from Jacksonville shopping, culture, and sports, including the Jaguars (football) and Armada (soccer), and about the same distance from Gainesville - where you can go watch the Florida Gators play at the stadium and, much more. Whether you are working, going to a football game, or visiting family, this is the perfect place for quiet respite.
The house has 5 bedrooms, 9 beds (plus toddler bed), a large dining room, a well-equipped kitchen, a comfortable living room with a computer, free WIFI and cable, and best of all a large enclosed porch with windows all around to enjoy the lake view. The porch has plenty of room to eat, play games, or sit on a rocker and watch the children play on the wide grassy lawn.
The dock has plenty of room for everyone to chat, read, have lunch, swim and/or sunbathe. There are 4 kayaks available for use, and nothing beats an early morning jaunt around the lake when the birds are chirping and everything else is quiet.
In event of rain, we have a large living room and, of course, the porch for relaxing. You'll find a big-screen TV with streaming capabilities and a computer should you have to check in to the office.
We only accept groups of 10 or fewer, and ask that you be respectful of this lovely old home and honor its 10 guest limitation. It's great for a large family, or a crew doing work in the area but if you are looking for a place to have a larger gathering, this is NOT the house for you.
PLEASE reserve our home with the actual amount of guests you anticipate to avoid surprises on either side.
A few notes:
1. There is no public boat launch on Kingsley Lake at this time and no ability to launch any boats, jet skis, etc., from our home.
2. The 10 guest limit is strictly enforced, and you will be asked to leave if you have excess guests or cars (whether day or evening or overnight). Please remember and respect this limitation.
3. The property manager and several other tenants live in homes on the property who you may (or may not) run into on the dock infrequently during your stay. There's plenty of room for all.
Thank you for your consideration of our home. We look forward to your visit.
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Maximum of 10 people & 3 cars at any time.
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Year-round tenants live on property, so be aware dock usage is not exclusive, although not often used by others No loud noise after 11p/before 8a.
Maximum of 10 people at any time, and maximum of 3 vehicles. No exceptions.
Please note: There is no public boat launch on Kingsley Lake or at property. Camp Blanding has limited access for police and military.
Important information
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Property # 852985vb
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Maximum of 10 people & 3 cars at any time.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Starke
Located in Starke, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Starke Golf and Country Club and Eagle Landing Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park and Kingsley Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Ronnie Van Zant Park and Waldo Motorsports. With kayaking, snorkelling and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
Jacksonville Naval Air Station - 47 min drive - 65.7 km
Orange Park Mall - 49 min drive - 67.6 km
University of Florida - 54 min drive - 70.1 km
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium - 56 min drive - 71.5 km
Getting around
Gainesville, FL (GNV-Gainesville Regional) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Camp Blanding Conference Center - 8 min drive
Sky D' Ms Place - 12 min drive
SUBWAY - 12 min drive
Timbuktu Lounge and Pakage - 13 min drive
Subway - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Kingsley Lake Home w wide lawn, dock, central air, 4 kayaks. Near Camp Blanding pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Kingsley Lake Home w wide lawn, dock, central air, 4 kayaks. Near Camp Blanding?
As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kingsley Lake Home w wide lawn, dock, central air, 4 kayaks. Near Camp Blanding on 16 August 2026 start from NZ$794, 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.
How much is parking at Kingsley Lake Home w wide lawn, dock, central air, 4 kayaks. Near Camp Blanding?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Kingsley Lake Home w wide lawn, dock, central air, 4 kayaks. Near Camp Blanding?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Kingsley Lake Home w wide lawn, dock, central air, 4 kayaks. Near Camp Blanding?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Kingsley Lake Home w wide lawn, dock, central air, 4 kayaks. Near Camp Blanding located?
This family-friendly Starke holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Kingsley Lake and Camp Blanding Museum and Memorial Park. Lincoln City Park and Martina C. Kohler Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It was a lovely stay- a quintessential classic lake home with updated kitchen and bathroom to make for a traditional at the lake feel but with comfortable upgrades. The house had plenty of space and the dock was massive. Kids enjoyed splashing in the lake and paddling in the kayaks. Quick access to town for food, medicine, groceries, movies etc. Beautiful views with the oaks and Spanish moss. We would love to return sometime.
JT W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2026
Thank you JT! We hope you can return - you were fantastic guests.
I’d love to lie to you so that this house isn’t always booked and I could get it more but it’s paradise!! The property. The house. The management! Yall just leave this house for me one to two weeks out of the year please!!!
We stayed for a week and had a blast. Great property with the best beach area on Kingsley Lake. House is fully stocked with everything you could need and is huge! We will definitely be back!
Hillary T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 November 2025
Hillary, thank you so much! You and your family were an absolute pleasure to have visit. We hope you'll come back again.
The house is set up great for large family plenty of beds and space for dining. The dock is amazing with plenty of room for fishing and hanging out on the dock or in the water. The only negative is the parking situation, only 3 cars are allowed, it’s hard with traveling family from other states to only have 3 vehicles with 10 people.
Amazing, beautiful, charming and large house - perfect for a memorable family gathering
The house is full of charm but with a modern, well equipped kitchen - plenty of comfortable beds and sitting spots - the lake views are amazing and dock space is also great for sitting and watching sunrise and set - we will be back!
Dawn M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 January 2023
Dawn, thank you so much! You and your family were wonderful guests and I hope you come visit again soon.
This property and house is well maintained, clean, and fully furnished. The dock is perfect for spending the day outside and playing in the water. The covered portion of the dock has plenty of room and seating for a group of 10. We truly enjoyed our stay here and would definitely book again in the future!
Sabrina N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2025
Thank you for your kind words Sabrina! We are so glad you and your family had a good time and would love to have you back again.