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Huge House W Dock/Direct Access To Rainbow River! 🌈 Kayaks Included A++Location
Dunnellon, Florida, 34432
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Property Description
The "Rainbow River Cabin" is a very large 2 story waterfront cabin in Dunnellon, Florida. It's the ideal location to stay If you're looking for a relaxing time, and some kayaking along the Rainbow River. This property has been modernized to give you the comforts of home, but still retain that "Old Florida" charm that will make your vacation extra special.
This property is located in the most prestigious and desirable neighborhood of Dunnellon, Florida. The backyard of the property is situated on "Rainbow River Cove" (a serene private cove which connects directly to the Rainbow River). You will have direct access to the Rainbow River. Centrally located, you can launch kayaks from the backyard dock and quickly be at KP Hole (to the left) OR Swampy's Waterfront Bar & Grill (to the right).
This large cabin offers 4 Bedrooms & 3 Full Bathrooms. It's perfect for large groups or a family' to enjoy a getaway because, in addition to large bedrooms, you will also have 2 Full Kitchens / 2 Full Dining Areas and 2 Full Living Rooms. There is also a bar area downstairs and a Full Laundry Room with a Washer/Dryer for you to use.
The property boasts a large yard & plenty of room to lounge around outside, enjoying the immense wildlife and tranquil view. The property has a large upstairs deck, and a massive wraparound downstairs deck. In addition, the property has an upper-lookout area overlooking the cove. The lower dock area also has a platform that is our personal favorite lounge spot. You can launch kayaks directly from the backyard and paddle onto the Rainbow River with just a few short paddle strokes. A total of 4 Kayaks are available for you to explore the River: 2 Tandem Kayaks (fits 2 Adults + 1 Child) & 2 Single Person Kayaks are included in your stay.
Our goal is to share our love of Dunnellon and the Rainbow River with other's. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions regarding this property. With that being said, If you're looking for privacy, serenity and a memorable time, we can confidently say that the Rainbow River Cabin the best place to stay in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions-
1. Does this property have water access to Rainbow River / Rainbow Springs / Rainbow Springs State Park?
Yes- This property is located on a small cove that is directly connected to the Rainbow River. The spring water of the Rainbow River is just a few kayak strokes away from the backyard dock. You can launch the kayaks directly from the backyard for an amazing day on the Rainbow.
2. Do you have Kayaks available?
Yes- We have kayaks at the property for you to use free of charge. There are 2 Tandem Kayaks & 2 Single Kayaks ready for your family to enjoy.
3. Is this a Rental for the Entire House?
Yes- This rental is for the entire house & NOT shared with anyone. The cabin is a very large 2 Story property with plenty of space outside and inside. There is both a kitchen upstairs & a kitchen downstairs. There is also a full living room plus dining room area upstairs and a full living room plus dining room area downstairs. The house sits on a half acre, with plenty of deck/porch space to soak up the sun. The backyard includes a private dock and area to launch kayaks from. Your family will have Full Private Access to all of this.
4. Do you Provide eating utensils / sheets/ pillows / etc?
Yes- You will be provided with MORE than what you would expect from a nice hotel. All beds will be freshly prepared with sheets, blankets, pillows, etc. The unit also comes fully equipped with cutlery, pots, pans, coffee makers, toasters, barbecue utensils. The bathrooms are stocked with soap, shampoo/conditioner, toilet paper, etc.
If you have other questions, or need clarification on any of the above questions please feel free to message us & we will respond with an answer right away.
About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Guests With Negative Reviews Will Not Be Approved.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.
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9.8/10
Cleanliness9.8
Amenities9.8
Location9.8
Service9.8
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Train: Amtrak - Ocala
(40.8 km)
Landmarks: Rainbow River
(280m)
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4 Bedrooms Private Vacation Home
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9.8/10
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19 reviews
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- Location9.8
- Service9.8
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Natalie K.
September 3, 2025
Our family of 8 had plenty of room to spread out and enjoyed our stay on the river. The house was clean and well stocked with small touches like travel size shampoo/conditioner/lotion/body wash; small size laundry detergent and dishwasher tabs. Ways to improve: pot holders, baking pans, a Keurig, patio furniture on the upper deck and a small library to read one/ take one. We didn’t have time to use the grill but it looked more than adequate. We were able to bring the pontoon boat to the dock behind the house…the cut coming into the small basin from the river is shallow but usable. KP hole boat ramp is where we launched. The digital front door lock was a challenge, instructions such as “you will hear a tone each time you enter a number” or “enter code and wait three seconds before opening door” would go a long way. Overall, I have zero complaints!
Kati C.
August 17, 2025
Comfortable space, perfect for Rainbow River activities. We loved the kayaks and Swampy’s restaurant riverside. We saw otters, turtles, foxes, deer, and a flock of turkeys in the backyard one day.
Heather T.
July 25, 2025
We had some issues and the property manager Rich was very nice and did respond and resolve the major issues. The reason I’m giving the house a 3 star is because we did have those issues and we had some additional issues we handled ourselves which should have been handled prior to the stay. Examples Batteries in the remotes or have some on hand to replace, light bulb were out throughout the house with no replacements, trash bags available to use for the stay(the house only had 2 bags for a week stay for 10 people), parking there was a little pad but you had to have a small car to fit on that. However if you have trucks you will be lucky to fit 2 in the yard area as they will not fit on the pad without sticking out into the road, the canal heading to the main river is very grown up and shallow. It is very difficult to access main river with sup boards and pontoon boats. We are experienced boaters and it was a challenge to navigate the boat into the canal without hitting stumps. It can be done just not as easy as it was made it out to be. We did take the kayak out of the cove and a larger alligator smacked the front of the kayak pretty hard in that cove. So sup boards it could be a question move to take out of that cove. The house is very spacious but the a/c downstairs is very lacking for the Florida heat. Upstairs cools just fine. You will need to make sure you have a large fan if you are one for a cooler stay (75 degrees or cooler). They have one fan downstairs.
BEATRICE R.
July 8, 2025
Rainbow river
Beautiful place, right on the river. House had a nice open layout, very open.
Stephanie W.
June 12, 2025
This is a beautiful home and overall we had a great time. I wish 4 and 3/4 stars were an option of the rating scale!! The beds were comfortable and we all slept well after long days enjoying the outdoors. We loved having the kayaks and we got plenty of use out of those, despite the gators, lol! We are Florida natives, so we are familiar with gators and knew to ignore them and keep our distance and they were not an issue. We rented a pontoon boat from The Blue Gator and were able to easily bring it in to the dock with no issues whatsoever. Rich was wonderful, very responsive and very accommodating. I put a lot of stock in reviews, and spend a lot of time reading them before I book any stays, so I am not meaning to be nit-picky but I am trying to give a good, solid picture and opinion of this gorgeous home. A few things that should be added: to the description - the fact that the ground floor of the home is cooled by a window unit. The one window unit in the living area prevents the (2) bedroom doors from being closed or those rooms heat up quite quickly in the Florida heat of summer! To be clear - the window unit does a more than adequate job of cooling the space, it is just that the doors must be left open for the cool air to circulate, so no privacy. to the kitchen (s) - dishtowels (there was only one to be found in the entire house) and baking pans/bowls. to the decks - some nice patio furniture would go a long way in doing the beautiful grounds and view justice!
Gail S.
May 13, 2025
Excellent Location plus great view
Located near grocery shopping, lots of boat ramps, Rainbow River State Park, Withlachoche Bike trail and many restaurants makes this location excellent. House is two levels with one living room, one kitchen and 2 bedrooms on each level.
Janice T.
March 30, 2025
Spacious River House
We had a great stay in this roomy and comfortable house! The view of the river is wonderful, I drank my coffee outside on the porch every morning and my wine every evening. The house is perfect for a large group with space for privacy. We did all things Rainbow Springs and kayaked and swam every day. It was especially nice that single AND tandem kayaks were included.
Brad B.
February 27, 2025
Amazing location!!!
We absolutely loved being able to kayak Rainbow Springs right from the backyard! Very comfortable beds and plenty of space for our group! Fabulous views! We will be back!!!
Kathryn S.
January 17, 2025
Quiet and Spacious
We had a group of 9. My sister and BIL shared one room with their kids (7 & 10). My husband and I had the master suite. My kids are 18 and 20, they shared one of the bedrooms downstairs (2 queen beds, huge room). Our stepmom had the other downstairs room The bedrooms were spacious. We really only used one of the two living rooms, there was plenty of room for us to spread out. The neighborhood was quiet. The house was within 5 minutes of town, so very convenient.
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Hiking
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Beach towels
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Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 16:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 25 years old
Property host
Rich Urban
Speaks: English, Spanish
About this property
The "Rainbow River Cabin" is a very large 2 story waterfront cabin in Dunnellon, Florida. It's the ideal location to stay If you're looking for a relaxing time, and some kayaking along the Rainbow River. This property has been modernized to give you the comforts of home, but still retain that "Old Florida" charm that will make your vacation extra special.
This property is located in the most prestigious and desirable neighborhood of Dunnellon, Florida. The backyard of the property is situated on "Rainbow River Cove" (a serene private cove which connects directly to the Rainbow River). You will have direct access to the Rainbow River. Centrally located, you can launch kayaks from the backyard dock and quickly be at KP Hole (to the left) OR Swampy's Waterfront Bar & Grill (to the right).
This large cabin offers 4 Bedrooms & 3 Full Bathrooms. It's perfect for large groups or a family' to enjoy a getaway because, in addition to large bedrooms, you will also have 2 Full Kitchens / 2 Full Dining Areas and 2 Full Living Rooms. There is also a bar area downstairs and a Full Laundry Room with a Washer/Dryer for you to use.
The property boasts a large yard & plenty of room to lounge around outside, enjoying the immense wildlife and tranquil view. The property has a large upstairs deck, and a massive wraparound downstairs deck. In addition, the property has an upper-lookout area overlooking the cove. The lower dock area also has a platform that is our personal favorite lounge spot. You can launch kayaks directly from the backyard and paddle onto the Rainbow River with just a few short paddle strokes. A total of 4 Kayaks are available for you to explore the River: 2 Tandem Kayaks (fits 2 Adults + 1 Child) & 2 Single Person Kayaks are included in your stay.
Our goal is to share our love of Dunnellon and the Rainbow River with other's. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions regarding this property. With that being said, If you're looking for privacy, serenity and a memorable time, we can confidently say that the Rainbow River Cabin the best place to stay in the area.
Frequently Asked Questions-
1. Does this property have water access to Rainbow River / Rainbow Springs / Rainbow Springs State Park?
Yes- This property is located on a small cove that is directly connected to the Rainbow River. The spring water of the Rainbow River is just a few kayak strokes away from the backyard dock. You can launch the kayaks directly from the backyard for an amazing day on the Rainbow.
2. Do you have Kayaks available?
Yes- We have kayaks at the property for you to use free of charge. There are 2 Tandem Kayaks & 2 Single Kayaks ready for your family to enjoy.
3. Is this a Rental for the Entire House?
Yes- This rental is for the entire house & NOT shared with anyone. The cabin is a very large 2 Story property with plenty of space outside and inside. There is both a kitchen upstairs & a kitchen downstairs. There is also a full living room plus dining room area upstairs and a full living room plus dining room area downstairs. The house sits on a half acre, with plenty of deck/porch space to soak up the sun. The backyard includes a private dock and area to launch kayaks from. Your family will have Full Private Access to all of this.
4. Do you Provide eating utensils / sheets/ pillows / etc?
Yes- You will be provided with MORE than what you would expect from a nice hotel. All beds will be freshly prepared with sheets, blankets, pillows, etc. The unit also comes fully equipped with cutlery, pots, pans, coffee makers, toasters, barbecue utensils. The bathrooms are stocked with soap, shampoo/conditioner, toilet paper, etc.
If you have other questions, or need clarification on any of the above questions please feel free to message us & we will respond with an answer right away.
About pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:Guests With Negative Reviews Will Not Be Approved.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.
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| Nearest Train Station | Amtrak - Ocala |
|---|---|
| Distance to Train Station | 40.84KM |