Waterfront Dunnellon Home w\/ Private Dock & Lanai!
About this house rental
Let this pristine 3-bed, 2-bath Dunnellon vacation rental be the base of your Florida getaway! This guest-ready abode is located just 5 miles from Rainbow Springs State Park, where travelers can snorkel, kayak, or tube in the cool turquoise waters. Enjoy views of Spanish moss and the peaceful trickle of Withlacoochee River as you sit on the spacious lanai. Or, watch your worries melt away as you enjoy the open floor plan and updated kitchen, which are equipped with all the comforts of home. -- THE PROPERTY -- Free WiFi | Boat Dock | 3,884 Sq Ft | Screened-in Lanai Enjoy true Florida living and experience nature up-close when you and your family book this hassle-free getaway nestled in the Florida bayou, fully stocked with your needs in mind! Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio furniture, riverfront view, wildlife viewing INDOOR LIVING: 2 cable TVs, open floor plan, stone-wall fireplace, dining table KITCHEN: Fully equipped, granite countertops, ample counter space, drip coffee maker, toaster, Crock-Pot, dishware/flatware, bar GENERAL: Air conditioning, central heating, washer & dryer, linens, towels FAQ: Step-free access, wildlife may be present, quiet hours (after 10:00 PM), exterior security camera (driveway) PARKING: Ample driveway parking -- THE LOCATION -- OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Aquatic Wilderness Adventures (2.3 miles), Blue Run of Dunnellon Park (2.4 miles), Rainbow Springs State Park (4.9 miles), K.P. Hole County Park (5.0 Miles), Crystal River Manatee Tours (18.1 miles) DAY TRIPS: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (84.7 miles), Universal Studios (86.9 miles), Walt Disney World (89.6 miles) LOCAL DINING: BubbaQue's BBQ (1.5 miles), Blue Gator Tiki Bar & Restaurant (1.6 miles), Swampy's Bar & Grille (2.3 miles) AIRPORTS: Ocala International Airport (21.9 miles), Orlando International Airport (95.8 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Evidence of pets at the property will result in a $150 fine - NOTE: There is active wildlife in the river in the back of the home. Swim at your own risk - NOTE: Please observe quiet hours after 10:00 PM - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property has an exterior security camera on the garage facing the driveway. It faces outward and does not look into any interior spaces. It records video and sound 24/7
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
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Reasons to book
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Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(59 Reviews)
5.0
Property and home is beautiful. We loved seeing the sunset over the river. Only saw 1 gator and it was a baby. It swam away when it heard us. Lots of turtles & birds. Quiet and peaceful especially in the morning when drinking coffee on the lani.
5.0
My teen children and I rented this home for a long weekend to visit my parents who have retired to a small condo.
The home is fully appointed. It was the most well-stocked kitchen that I have ever rented. and the kitchen is big enough to cook nearly anything. There is a great screened-in porch that overlooks a tranquil cove.
My son had a blast fishing off the dock, while his sister read/napped in a cozy reading nook.
If you are looking for a quiet spot to relax and unwind, this is the listing for you.
5.0
House was great, very spacious. Kitchen was well stocked with pots, pans and utensils. Kids had a blast on the dock most of the weekend and like most of commented, there is a gator that likes to come up and lay right under the dock. Too friendly for comfort, but has most likely been fed in the past.
5.0
Very private and quiet
5.0
Lovely spacious home on the riverfront. The home was immaculate, provided all the necessities - including peaceful, quite evenings watching the sunset and the wildlife on the river.
5.0
We had a great time at this beautiful home! Easy check in and very private, quite neighborhood. House was very clean and perfect for our short weekend stay!
5.0
We LOVED our stay at this beautiful home. Everything is immaculate, spacious and perfect patio view of the river. This home was the perfect location/atmosphere for our "Chill Retreat". Can't wait to go again!
5.0
This is a great home to get away from your busy lifestyle and just sit on the dock and enjoy the quiet, peaceful river. We even had a visitor everyday we called “Ally”the alligator. Close to food and parks. Would recommend for sure!!
5.0
The house is set up perfectly. Great location. Huge kitchen. We will definitely be back.
5.0
Great location and plenty of space!!
The house was very well kept and there was plenty of space for my husband, myself, and 2 preteens. We loved the stay and would stay here again, however there were a few things that I feel need to be addressed
There was an alligator (Fred) that is very comfortable with humans that I would caution everyone to watch for. We did not feed him because it’s illegal (which also needs to be stated somewhere in the house), but I assure you that someone has. He will swim to within 2 feet of you (we were on the dock) and just stay there while you talk to him. If he sees you fishing, he will never leave and he, non-aggressively, will chase your line. Kind of like a giant lizard puppy that can bite your leg off. I think there should be more signs cautioning people with young children especially. He came over EVERY TIME we came outside, this was not an isolated event. We were unable to fish due to this.
ALSO, Being extra pillows. I’m glad I read other reviews about the pillows. They are sad and flat. I would not have been able to sleep had I not brought my own. The beds are firm but I slept great.
Like I said, I would stay here again, but if you aren’t a fan of wildlife, this wouldn’t be the place for you.
5.0
Just as advertised
I loved this property and could have stayed longer. It was very relaxing. The house is large enough to allow for some privacy, yet still allowed us all to stay together. We were visited by Buddy, as we called him, the neighborhood gator. And as others noted, bring a pillow if you sleep with more than one. ;)
5.0
Beautiful hidden oasis. Loved every moment of time spent there!
Seamless transaction. Clean home. Close to Rainbow springs! Serene!
5.0
Lots of gathering space, huge kitchen, amazing wildlife views
We rented this property to have a place to stay near family for a memorial after my father died. It was the perfect quiet spot for family togetherness: the kitchen is huge, and the living room/great room area is spacious, airy, and furnished with lots of tables and seating. There's also a screened patio/lanai just feet from the river. While we were there, a large turtle strolled past the lanai literally feet from us and slid into the river, and we saw three sizable alligators in two days, including one that hung out in the weeds directly beside the property. A++++ for setting and family gathering space.
The downsides, since there were a few:
1. Posted information stated that extra pillows could be found in the front bedroom area, but we never found any. We really needed them because the pillows on the bed in the master were as flat as pancakes.
2. We wanted to look at a video slideshow one family member had put together (old pictures of my late father) by using an HDMI cable to connect her computer to the TV. The only remote available worked the Roku and thus the TV, but the actual LG Smart TV remote wasn't available, which made figuring out how to view her memorial video a challenge even for the most tech savvy among us.
3. The big one: There was a brief but powerful storm on the Saturday of our stay, and the lower driveway and road just outside the property COMPLETELY FLOODED. I had to wade through murky puddle water that was above my knees to cross the road to my car (I had temporarily parked along the grass to leave room in the driveway for an elderly relative who uses a rolling walker). The water had receded by the next morning, but we had a temporary Lake Cherokee Circle outside for a while. Some water also swept under the screened door into the lanai, bringing silt with it, though it was really the deep water in the road and lower driveway that posed problems when we wanted to drive into Dunnellon.
Overall, I would recommend this beautiful and well-situated house for any family retreat, but I would also recommend to the property owner/manager that they look into some kind of drainage solution to the potential flooding in front of the property, since storms are common in Florida in the summer.
5.0
We had a blast. There was a gator that that was always at the dock. I think he is being feed
5.0
Love this property. Wish I could have stayed longer.
5.0
Great place. Needs more pillows and blankets
We had a blast. There was a gator that that was always at the dock. I think he is being feed
5.0
Great House
Love this property. Wish I could have stayed longer.
5.0
It was a great stay. We are close to everything we needed to access. We loved the porch and the spacious of place. Everything we seemed to need was readily available. There was great attention to detail. Only complaint…bed pillows are too worn out and there aren’t any extras to be found. Please update the pillows and we might not ever want to leave…
10.0
It was a great stay. We are close to everything we needed to access. We loved the porch and the spacious of place. Everything we seemed to need was readily available. There was great attention to detail. Only complaint…bed pillows are too worn out and there aren’t any extras to be found. Please update the pillows and we might not ever want to leave…
5.0
We enjoyed our Mother’s Day stay. The location is perfect!
It was a great stay. We are close to everything we needed to access. We loved the porch and the spacious of place. Everything we seemed to need was readily available. There was great attention to detail. Only complaint…bed pillows are too worn out and there aren’t any extras to be found. Please update the pillows and we might not ever want to leave…
5.0
Perfect property for our family gathering. We LOVED the large kitchen for feasting and plenty of seating in lots of locations inside and outside. The view from the porch and back patio was awesome.
5.0
Thanksgiving Getaway
Perfect property for our family gathering. We LOVED the large kitchen for feasting and plenty of seating in lots of locations inside and outside. The view from the porch and back patio was awesome.
5.0
Really enjoyed our stay and Kathleen, the property Mgr was very kind and worked with us on a special request for fragrance free detergent. The bedspread was washed before our stay which is more sanitary in this COVID era.
5.0
Very nice large screen porch and large kitchen.
Really enjoyed our stay and Kathleen, the property Mgr was very kind and worked with us on a special request for fragrance free detergent. The bedspread was washed before our stay which is more sanitary in this COVID era.
5.0
Only issue was the standing water in the driveway approximately 6 to 8 inches. The wife's smaller vehicle almost couldn't pull in. It was the only area in the neighborhood that had the water pooling. Some draining issue. Other than that, everything was good.
5.0
Great house and amazing back patio with water view. Had all our meals outside enjoy ing the beautiful cypress trees and wildlife. Conveniently located near the springs. Also easy access to grocery stores & dining. Would definitely recommend and likely to return for another visit.
5.0
It was a good location and comfortable.
Only issue was the standing water in the driveway approximately 6 to 8 inches. The wife's smaller vehicle almost couldn't pull in. It was the only area in the neighborhood that had the water pooling. Some draining issue. Other than that, everything was good.
5.0
We planned a few days at Rainbow Springs so it was a fantastic location for our purpose. The house had everything we needed. It is a little dated in decor, but quite lovely otherwise with an incredible view. It was also very spacious for our group.
5.0
Great Location
Great house and amazing back patio with water view. Had all our meals outside enjoy ing the beautiful cypress trees and wildlife. Conveniently located near the springs. Also easy access to grocery stores & dining. Would definitely recommend and likely to return for another visit.
5.0
Perfect location
We planned a few days at Rainbow Springs so it was a fantastic location for our purpose. The house had everything we needed. It is a little dated in decor, but quite lovely otherwise with an incredible view. It was also very spacious for our group.
5.0
Property was very clean with a great location... however, does need some updating but, all in all a great space.
5.0
When I was looking for a property I wanted to take my boat and explore the Rainbow River and spring fed Withlacoochee river. This property didn't have boating info so I'll share it now. The was a boat dock less than a mile away from the house. We were able to drive the boat to the dock behind the house. The water was 10' at a minimum. My boat is 22' and navigated everything with ease. Now that info is done, the house was very spacious and clean. We had problems with the TVs but we didn't watch too much tv so no big deal. Everything was perfect and we didn't need to contact our host at all. There is lots of information about local food delivery services and guides of activities in the area. We will definitely put this property in our rolodex and stay there again :)
5.0
Clean
Property was very clean with a great location... however, does need some updating but, all in all a great space.
5.0
Fantastic waterfront property with a boat dock.
When I was looking for a property I wanted to take my boat and explore the Rainbow River and spring fed Withlacoochee river. This property didn't have boating info so I'll share it now. The was a boat dock less than a mile away from the house. We were able to drive the boat to the dock behind the house. The water was 10' at a minimum. My boat is 22' and navigated everything with ease. Now that info is done, the house was very spacious and clean. We had problems with the TVs but we didn't watch too much tv so no big deal. Everything was perfect and we didn't need to contact our host at all. There is lots of information about local food delivery services and guides of activities in the area. We will definitely put this property in our rolodex and stay there again :)
4.0
This house is great!!!
Im giving It 4 stars more so they only have 1 pillow per head and the beds were a little rough. Other than that, you have an amazing view to wake up to, you have everything you need, they supplied shampoo/conditioner/soap and hand soap and i thought It was a very nice touch! The house is huge and spacious. It was 8 adults and we didnt feel like we were tight or in each other’s way. Publix, walmart and other things are super close by so you can grab anything you need. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home! We loved It and we made so many memories in a short time. Thank you!
5.0
Very comfortable spacious home with a spectacular view. The large porch allowed us to enjoy the view day and night with out bugs! Kayaks on site would have topped it off for us as we didn’t have a vehicle to carry four but otherwise a great spot to stay.
5.0
What a view!
Very comfortable spacious home with a spectacular view. The large porch allowed us to enjoy the view day and night with out bugs! Kayaks on site would have topped it off for us as we didn’t have a vehicle to carry four but otherwise a great spot to stay.
5.0
Convenient location. Roomy home. Huge kitchen and living spaces. Decor is eclectic but this space is everything you need for a great stay.
5.0
waterfront with lenai
Convenient location. Roomy home. Huge kitchen and living spaces. Decor is eclectic but this space is everything you need for a great stay.
5.0
Awesome
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Dunnellon?
The average price for a rental in Dunnellon is $256 per night. This rental is $129 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Waterfront Dunnellon Home w\/ Private Dock & Lanai!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Waterfront Dunnellon Home w\/ Private Dock & Lanai! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Waterfront Dunnellon Home w\/ Private Dock & Lanai!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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