Listen up, fellow dice-slingers…
If you’re serious about tabletop gaming, Gary Con isn’t just another convention on your calendar—it’s THE pilgrimage every gamer needs to make at least once. And here’s the thing most people don’t tell you: where you stay can make or break your entire experience.
But I’m getting ahead of myself. Let me back up…
What Makes Gary Con So Special?
Picture this: You’re gaming in the actual birthplace of Dungeons & Dragons. Lake Geneva, Wisconsin—where Gary Gygax himself rolled his first d20 and changed the world forever.
For four incredible days, thousands of gamers descend on this historic lakeside town for:
- Hundreds of scheduled RPG, board game, and war game sessions
- Mind-blowing panels with the designers who literally built this hobby
- Open gaming that runs until the sun comes up
- An exhibitor hall that’ll drain your wallet faster than a bag of holding with a hole in it
- Special tournaments and events you can’t find anywhere else
And here’s what nobody warns you about: It’s addictive. I’ve seen grown adults plan their entire year around this event.
The Accommodation Crisis Nobody Talks About
Here’s where most gamers screw up royally…
They wait too long to book their stay. The host venue? Sold out faster than limited edition dice. Nearby hotels? Gone before you can say “initiative order.”
But here’s what the smart money does: They book vacation rentals. And not just any rentals—they book with us at Elite Lake Rentals.
Why? Because we GET gamers. We’ve been hosting your tribe for years, and we know exactly what you need:
✓ Space to Actually Game : Try spreading out a Gloomhaven setup in a cramped hotel room. I dare you.
✓ Real Kitchens : Because convention food prices will bankrupt you faster than a cursed magic item.
✓ Group-Friendly Layouts : Multiple bedrooms, living areas that don’t require Tetris skills to navigate.
✓ Parking Included : Ever tried hauling three tubs of miniatures through a hotel lobby? Yeah, we thought so.
The Elite Lake Rentals Difference (And Why Your Gaming Group Will Thank You)
Look, I could give you the standard corporate spiel about “customer service” and “clean accommodations.” But you’re not standard customers, are you?
You’re gamers. You need:
- Living rooms designed for epic late-night sessions
- Blazing-fast WiFi for digital character sheets and virtual tabletops
- Self-check-in (because your flight gets in at 11 PM and you’ve got an 8 AM game)
- Local support from people who actually live here and know where to grab the best coffee at 6 AM
Plus, we’ll hook you up with extras when we can—folding tables, extra chairs, early check-in if you’re driving all night to get here.
Here’s What Nobody Tells First-Time Gary Con Attendees
The convention is just the beginning. Lake Geneva itself is pure magic:
- Lakefront walks that clear your head between intense gaming sessions
- Restaurants that actually understand “we need food NOW between games”
- A downtown you can actually walk without needing a sherpa
- Local shops that won’t judge you for buying your seventh set of dice this weekend
The Bottom Line
Gary Con sells out. The good accommodations sell out even faster. And the BEST accommodations—the ones that turn a great gaming weekend into an legendary experience your group talks about for years—those disappear first.
Ready to Lock In Your Epic Gary Con Experience?
Don’t be the person scrambling for overpriced hotel rooms an hour away. Don’t be the group cramped into adjoining rooms, stepping over suitcases to reach your dice bag.
Be the smart gamer who books with Elite Lake Rentals and turns Gary Con into the ultimate gaming retreat.
Search Elite Lake Rentals now to find the perfect stay for Gary Con. Enter your group size, travel dates, and preferences, and we’ll match you with a home that feels like your own gaming paradise—faster than you can roll for initiative.
Because here’s the truth: Gary Con happens once a year. But the memories you make in the right accommodation? Those last forever.
Roll well, The Team at Elite Lake Rentals
P.S. Seriously, don’t wait. I’ve seen grown gamers cry when they realize all the good places are booked. Don’t be that person.