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Riverfront Vacation Home on Rainbow River with Dock

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Exterior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14321 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dunnellon, FL
  • Rainbow River
    1 min walk
  • Rainbow Springs State Park
    1 min walk
  • K.P. Hole County Park
    9 min walk
  • Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)
    26 min drive

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About the area

Dunnellon

At this holiday home you'll be within steps of Rainbow Springs State Park and Rainbow River. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a balcony. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 3.5 bathrooms, a coffee/tea maker and an iron/ironing board. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a living room and a TV are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .With a stay at this Dunnellon holiday home, you'll be 23.9 km (14.9 mi) from World Equestrian Center – Ocala.

What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 1 min walk
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 1 min walk
  • K.P. Hole County Park - 9 min walk
  • Juliette Falls Golf - 10 min drive
  • Aquatic Wilderness Adventures - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Turtle Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Swampy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Duffy's Pub - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Riverfront Vacation Home on Rainbow River with Dock

Nature and serenity abound in this large riverfront vacation home. Take in the view of the Rainbow River from the 800 sq ft balcony off the second floor or from the first floor porch; perfect for morning coffee or evening sunsets. The backyard has a fire ring and large dock with sitting area which are made for smores and lounging by the river. This 5 bedroom/ 3.5 bath property sleeps 14 and is clean, comfortable and equipped with amenities you'll want for a relaxing vacation on the gorgeous river. We rent Friday-Friday.

The first floor of this property opens from the large porch into the living room, dining room and kitchen. The living room has a full couch, love seat and comfortable arm chair with a flat screen tv. The dining room seats eight at the table and six more at the adjacent bar top. The kitchen is equipped with range top oven, full size fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker, and more! Just off the kitchen is a breakfast nook with a table for two. There is a half bath off the living areas downstairs as well. A full-size washer and dryer are available for use in the laundry room. Linens and towels are included.

There are two first-floor bedrooms with a jack-and-jill bathroom between them. The first spacious bedroom has a king bed, sleeps two. The second bedroom has two twin beds, sleeps 2. The jack-and-jill bathroom has a soaker tub/shower.

The second floor holds the remaining bedrooms, bathrooms and the oversized balcony. Bedroom three includes two double beds, sleeps 4. Bedroom four is the master and has a king bed, dresser and en suite bathroom, sleeps 2. Just off Bedroom four is an auxiliary Bedroom which has two queen beds and large windows that look out onto the oversized balcony, sleeps 4. The balcony boasts a view of the river from a great vantage point. There is a four top table with chairs, perfect for meals, board games, or relaxing.

The large backyard has a gorgeous view of the Rainbow River. It has a fire ring with seating area and large dock with perfect views of the river. The large dock has a built-in seating area, and there is a kayak/paddleboard launching ramp. This home is situated just north of the most popular tubing launch on the river, KP hole, and just south of the head springs.

A rental agreement will need to be signed before guest arrives.

Local amenities include lively restaurants and rentals for boats, kayaks, canoes, scuba diving, and tubing. There are many biking and hiking trails nearby, including Rainbow Springs State Park. There are also several golf courses nearby. Dunnellon is located centrally, which makes it convenient to travel to several Florida treasures. The Gulf beaches are within an hour’s drive and the Atlantic is about 2 hours away. Amusement parks in Tampa and Orlando are less than two hours drive from this vacation home.

Property manager

Deborah Clinton

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is only permitted outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,456 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: The only pets allowed are dogs under 20 lbs.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Riverfront Vacation Home on Rainbow River With Dock Dunnellon

Frequently asked questions

Does Riverfront Vacation Home on Rainbow River with Dock have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Riverfront Vacation Home on Rainbow River with Dock?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riverfront Vacation Home on Rainbow River with Dock?

No, Riverfront Vacation Home on Rainbow River with Dock does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riverfront Vacation Home on Rainbow River with Dock?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Riverfront Vacation Home on Rainbow River with Dock Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

6.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Audrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The positives Beautiful spot on the rainbow river, the house was large and spacious for a big group. The house was overall very clean with minor exceptions like cob webs. No issues with bugs. We enjoyed using the rafts left at the property and appreciated having a blower and vacuum to get rid of the sand that gets tracked in. The negatives- the check in the day of was not clear. Online said one thing but I received a call the day of asking what time I was arriving so the caregiver could meet me. Only issue was I was not the first one arriving in our group so had to try to Coordinate between the two last minute. The biggest negative was a series of unusual things that happened in the house that everyone in our group left earlier than planned. Started with Lights turning on in the middle of the night, doors opening, hearing someone scream in the house, the final night was someone knocking on the door at midnight with no one there. Many in our group do not believe in paranormal activity and thought there was a squatter in the house but whatever/whoever it was, was enough to scare us. The caregiver did watch the house and came over to see why we were leaving early I expressed our experience and he said he’d never heard anyone complain of that before.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Petunia S., Chattanooga, Tn.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great house for families
Fantastic location! Large home with lots of extra space. Easily accomodates 14 people. Absolutely gorgeous spot on the river! Not a modern house, but we did not expect it to be, nor did we care. However, the house is not clean. Odd little crusty pill-like residue in the kitchen cabinets, ceiling fans with 10 years of dust on them, lots of mold...needs to be cleaned better! This was the only downside to our stay. Still, highly recommend if you have a large group and want to have fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Riane T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect retreat
We had family members from age 4 to 74. We were all comfortable in the house. We spent most of our time on the dock or in the river. Beautiful location. The house was clean and spacious everything we needed for a family retreat over spring break!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view, Spacious property
Overall, the property met our needs well. We rented this house and the one next door but we all hung out here most of the time. The home is dated and was a bit musty but all the rooms are very spacious with big closets (great infant sleeping room!). Most beds were comfortable (upstairs King was hard and squeaky). The living/dining area really held a lot of people well. Long tables made our Thanksgiving gathering fun. The owner lived next door and was VERY helpful and responsive. The view of the river was WONDERFUL! It's not fancy or updated but for our family gathering on a budget, it was great.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Best Rainbow Location for Large Group
We loved our trip to rainbow. We would swim, kayak and watch wildlife every day. The property manager is very helpful, and the price is unbeatable for the location. The home is outdated so keep your expectations in check, but it more than makes up for it with location, space and price. It also is well stocked with everything you need for a great trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot on the Rainbow River!
Great location! Right on the river & plenty of room. Can easily snorkel or paddelboard to KP Hole for a good trip. Property is a little older but everything worked well. Kitchen well stocked. Great porch for hanging out and viewing the river. Nice swimming right at the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to stay!!
Went to Florida for a friendcation and found this beauty. The property was amazing and peaceful. You can rent kayaks right up the road. Highly recommend to anyone that loves nature!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Chelsea V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not properly represented
Unfortunately this property was not properly represented. We came with a group of people ages 12-60 and upon arrival the beds were broken, there was black mold in the bathrooms, nothing has been cleaned, mysterious red marks on the walls, not to mention none of the windows locked and the locks to the doors were broken. There is a care taker to the property that did come go check and see if everything was ok, but he did so at 12am. While I had young girls with me, and instead of calling first, he stood on the back porch and seemed to be watching the young girls through the windows. Needless to say after a short encounter with him, we needed up moving to a hotel when he informed us that he was going to be coming in and out of the house to do maintenance work, and could not tell us what time. We felt extremely uncomfortable, and decided this was not the right property for us. The river is very beautiful and in the owners defense it sounds like they do not live near by and rely on the caretaker to maintain everything. After an awful experience with vrbo customer service, we were able to speak with him ans he granted us a refund. I think the house and property could be nice, just needs some major work, and the caretaker needs a understanding of approaching renters at reasonable hours, appropriate behavior towards women and children, and how to deep clean.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Luben F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience!
A very comfortable house, a wonderful river and the splendid attention of John Whitaker, a true host. We hope to be able to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Gloria G.

Great location but house needs upkeep and booking proceed needs more attention to details
This was a bumpy stay because they “weren’t aware” we were coming even though we booked 4+ months in advance (the owner is very nice and we were offered some nights off to compensate). There was no power in the kitchen when we arrived and no hot water and there were tools and “things” all over the yard, including a gas tank and a ax (not very child proof). There were numerous problems with electric breakers and things not working and also an extra day without power because of an oversight. The house has an extra room that looks like an unfinished kitchen full of unorganized things, adjacent to the master bedroom. The master and adjacent room are divided by a sliding door, so you can hear everything. The adjacent room has no shower as such, it’s more like a shower head coming out of a wall and pointing at the toilet, go figure. This odd room is not counted in the room count so you can consider it extra. The house is comfortable, the AC works fine and we did get hot water once the water heater was replaced. There didn’t seem to be enough towels or silverware so bring your own if you have a large group (we were 11). Also bring your pillow if you’re picky. The location is close to rainbow spring so it’s easy to access by kayak. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

4/10 Poor

Monica M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
BYOB
....the neighborhood is stunning....then, you arrive at this house. The entire trip we were battling three to four German roaches crawling out through the cabinets whenever entering the kitchen. There are cobwebs and dust inside and throughout. The river makes it break even because it’s gorgeous. The owner/caretaker just kept walking in unannounced without a mask in the beginning until we put our foot down. (The guy was nice but it was just over the top) the property manager did her best. But I way overpaid. There were sheets and shower curtains hanging for curtains in an upstairs room that had junk stuffed in an adjacent empty room. I have never written even a slightly bad review since using VRBO for many years. But I just feel I way over paid and it was not represented fairly. I have pictures to prove any of this. If the price was 1/2 what I paid a night I wouldn’t even be writing this. It’s a large spacious house. Just needs work. (Bring your own bug spray) they only have fly, and bedbug spray under the kitchen sink and no roach spray....no joke) The Property Manager made up for the experience; very professional and fair. Good mediator.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Sybil H., Jacksonville, Florida

Excellent location
The home was in a great location, easy to find, plenty of parking. John was amazing... he greeted us (and didn't get upset that we were very late checking in!), arranged for multiple issues to be fixed quickly, and even setup the firepit for us (perfect weather for s'mores). As others have said, the home could use a really good cleaning, but other than that, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Terry H.

Excellent place on river
Excellent set up for our family. John was right there to address problems. Needs deep cleaning inside and out. Some small roaches and sugar ants but this is Florida. These things could be upsetting to some. Kids and adults loved our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matt and Grayson D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
We loved staying and will be back for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Danielle E.

Disliked: Cleanliness
COVID getaway
We had beautiful weather and a wonderful week on the river. Love the location, close to the head! Love the layout and size of the rooms in the home....great for having a crowd. Would have like to have the home inside and out cleaned! Definitely needs some attention.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

steve & peggy j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our canoe and bike get-away
The house was spacious, the river was beautiful. A few cobwebs in the windows and dust on the ceiling fans (oops!) However, the kitchen, dining & bathroom areas were all super clean; as were the sheets, towels and blankets. John is a super nice and accessible owner and will help you with any glitches that may come up. We would go again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chenie P.

Magical!
The most beautiful peaceful getaway. The location was incredible, we spent so much time on the dock and on the river. The house had everything we needed. A couple things we had to provide for ourselves like dish soap, laundry soap, and trash bags. We didn’t want to leave the river! Would highly recommend this magical spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Edward H., Columbia SC USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location on Rainbow River
We really enjoyed the property with it’s proximity to both Rainbow River State Park and KP Hole boat launch. Mr. Whittaker was able to address any concerns we had with the house and addressed them in a timely manner and gave us us some great suggestions for activities near Dunnellon. We were able to put in our floats at his property and leisurely float down to KP Hole boat landing for a great tuning experience. We shall return!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Alan C.

Rainbow river house
Overall a great experience. Awesome sunrises over the River! House could use some updating and more televisions with more channels.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Amazing
I loved this river house and cant wait to go back!!!! The house was beyond great and John was very sweet and helpful!! This house is well equipped and a beautiful spot on rainbow river!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019