Retro River Pad

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A room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony. Inside, there is a table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A room with a red door, a window with a view of trees, and a chair.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a dresser, and a mirror.
A small, single-story building with a porch, large windows, and a fenced yard.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Rainbow Springs State Park

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washer
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Dunnellon, FL
  • Place, Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Number of living rooms

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About the neighborhood

Dunnellon

Dunnellon is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rainbow Springs State Park and Crystal River Preserve State Park, while Circle Square Cultural Center and Don Garlits Museum of Racing are cultural highlights. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Map
Dunnellon, FL

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rainbow River - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Juliette Falls Golf - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 20 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 36 min drive - 40.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Turtle Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Two Rivers - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Swampy's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retro River Pad pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Retro River Pad?

As of Oct 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Retro River Pad on Mar 23, 2027 start from $184, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Retro River Pad?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retro River Pad?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retro River Pad located?

Situated in Dunnellon, this vacation home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Rainbow Springs State Park and within 3 mi (5 km) of Rainbow River and K.P. Hole County Park. Blue Run of Dunnellon Park and Lake Rousseau are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We always have a great time at the Retro River Pad. It's clean and quiet. Rainbow Springs State Park is close by along with plenty of restaurants and stores. The fenced in backyard is very convenient for our dog Sunny. This is our 2nd time here and we hope to be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a nice place to stay really close to the springs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We used the Retro River Pad as a place to stay while touring the area. House was clean and quiet. We would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had a great time

Great place to stay . My family had a great time & the host lisa was amazing . We will definitely visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, good communication, comfortable bed
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive host. Any issue was promptly attended to. We liked the sunny windows and porch. Very cute house. Very close to 2 places for canoeing and river excursions
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River Retreat

We stayed for 3 nights and it was a great home away from home experience. Had everything you needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 7, 2025
Glad you were comfortable, come back antime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at the Retro River Pad. It had everything we needed and the fenced backyard was great for our dog. Great location, Rainbow Springs State Park minutes away. We will definitely stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 19, 2025
So glad you enjoyed the house, yard and...area. you and your dog...Welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good vibe at the retro river pad

Nice clean house, and a great location to paddle the rainbow river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and Comfy

We had to make travel plans on the road from Virginia and finding this home was exactly what we needed. It was a very short drive to Rainbow Springs where we spent the day and then came back to rest before to dinner. Having a full kitchen to make breakfast and a quiet neighborhood made this a favorite stop!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 1, 2025
So glad you had a pleasant stay and thanks for leaving house so clean, Welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and neat

Very clean and neat. Loved the fenced in backyard for our elderly and deaf dog. He could roam around and stretch his legs. Great location close to Rainbow springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 28, 2025
Left house in perfect condition
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rainbow River/Crystal River Excursions

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retri Ramber

Lovely house, felt right at home. Even our dog felt at home. If I could I would give it 8 stars. We will be back.j
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 8, 2025
It was a pleasure hosting you....and your dog! Our communication was spot on and the house is so clean, thank you, see you next time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Retro River Pad ---Top Notch Experience

This house is amazing....cute, well cared for neighborhood with hilly lots and high enough elevation (100+ ft above sea level so a comforting hurrication haven.) SUPER well appointed and clean in every nook and cranny, the owners have restored this adorable 1950's brick home with love and creativity, and made the original tub, tiles, floor and kitchen super comfortable and pretty and clean. Fantastic place! Wonderful owners, very understanding during hurricane evac time that was hard for us, they made it easy. Thank you so much for having this cute, loving place available and so well managed and well done in restoration. Linens and hospitality details like kitchen and bath items very thoughtfully and generously done. Great screened lanai and nicely treed fenced yard and carport as well. Even great art on the walls evoking 50's and garden feel. A+++++
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 7, 2024
Was a pleasure to host during this very trying time, so glad you enjoyed and appreciated the home, welcome anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect. Lisa was quick to respond the few times I had questions. We will be returning for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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