GSI Locations — Adventure-Themed Vacation Homes
Great Spaces Inc. operates three regional brands, each built around the landscape and lifestyle of its home. Whether you’re chasing whitewater in upstate New York, relaxing by Central Florida lakes, or chasing a sunrise on Florida’s Atlantic coast, every stay is curated for one thing: unplugging.
Browse the brands below, then reach out or call 407-758-4431 to check availability.
Great Spaces North — Explore New York
Watertown, NY | Jefferson County | The North Country
The North Country is home to the Adirondack Mountains — forty-three mountain peaks over 4,000 feet, more than 1,500 miles of rivers, over 30,000 miles of streams and brooks, and 2,759 lakes and ponds. This is the birthplace of the American vacation, and it remains one of the most spectacular wilderness playgrounds on the East Coast.
What You Can Do From Our North Country Properties
- Lake Ontario Charter Fishing — king salmon, coho, brown trout, steelhead
- Black River Whitewater Rafting — Class IV rapids, one of the best runs in the Northeast
- Dry Hill Ski Area — family skiing & snowboarding
- Sackets Harbor, NY — historic War of 1812 waterfront village
- Henderson Harbor, NY — legendary smallmouth bass & walleye water
- The 1000 Islands Bridge & Boldt Castle — Gilded Age history on the St. Lawrence
- Clayton, NY & Alexandria Bay, NY — antique boats, riverfront dining
- Thompson Park Golf & Tug Hill Plateau hiking & snowmobiling
About Watertown
Watertown is the county seat of Jefferson County, New York, and the largest city in the North Country. It sits roughly 25 miles south of the Thousand Islands, along the Black River, about 5 miles east of where it flows into Lake Ontario. At its center is the Public Square Historic District, built in 1805 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1984. Watertown is served by Watertown International Airport, making it easy to reach from most East Coast hubs.
Great Spaces South — Explore Florida
Discover “Retro” Florida.
Flagler Beach, FL | Minneola & Clermont, FL
Flagler Beach — Old Florida, Still Standing
Located along Florida’s Atlantic Coast between Daytona Beach and St. Augustine, Flagler Beach offers miles of sparkling beaches, world-class fishing, beachside shops, waterfront restaurants, and natural parks. This is Retro Atlantic — no high-rises, no chain-resort sprawl, just salty style and friendly residents.
From our Flagler properties you can:
- Surf, swim, or walk six-plus miles of open Atlantic coastline with free beach access
- Fish the iconic Flagler Beach Pier
- Eat rooftop while local musicians play downtown
- Watch migrating right whales from shore in winter
- Catch a show at the St. Augustine Amphitheatre (45 min north via A1A)
A1A Scenic Byway & the Matanzas River
Our Flagler Beach rentals sit right in the middle of the 72-mile A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway — an officially designated American Byway. The route bisects Ponte Vedra Beach, weaves through St. Augustine, and ends in Flagler County at Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area. It’s a dream stretch for nature and history lovers alike — home to sites dating from the 1400s Spanish conquest to the Civil Rights era, active sea-turtle nesting beaches, and seasonal right whale migration waters.
Matanzas Inlet
Just minutes south of St. Augustine and 20 minutes north of Flagler Beach, Matanzas Inlet is a salty paradise for boating, fishing, surfing, and shelling. There are miles of hiking trails, sandy nooks, and friendly locals with stories about how hurricanes have reshaped the shoreline over the decades. Kayak and jet ski rentals are available for exploring the Matanzas River — we recommend a jet ski run up to the three bridges of the inlet, then a drive north on A1A to St. Augustine, America’s oldest city, with a stop at historic Marineland along the way.
Minneola & the Clermont Chain of Lakes — The Other Florida
Thirty minutes west of Orlando sits a Florida most visitors never see. Minneola, Clermont, and Winter Garden are tucked into a landscape of rolling hills, oak hammocks, and spring-fed lakes — a world away from the theme-park corridor, yet less than an hour from the front gate.
From our Minneola & Clermont properties you can:
- Fish, paddle, or ski the Clermont Chain of Lakes (Minneola, Minnehaha, Louisa)
- Walk the brick streets of Historic Downtown Clermont & Downtown Winter Garden
- Taste Florida wine at Lakeridge Winery
- Play world-class golf year-round
- Day-trip to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld — then return to quiet
Our Adventure Partners
Great Spaces guests get insider access and preferred rates through our network of local operators, outfitters, and small businesses, including:
- Flip Flop Shoes
- St. Augustine Amphitheater
- Move Aside Jet Ski Rentals
- Wallaholic Outdoors Charter Services
- Z-Wave Surf Shop
- ARO Adventures