Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard
Rivers Edge Retreat is a private oasis located on the Withlacoochie river in citrus county florida. Great location to enjoy all the nature coast has to offer. Short distance to Ocala, Inverness, Homosassa Springs, Crystal River, and Dunnellon. Come and experience swimming with the manatees, tubing down the Rainbow River, scalloping in Homosassa and Crystal River, fishing on the withlacoochie and lake rousa., biking hiking, kayaking on the rivers, horseback riding, and Golfing. So much to do or just do nothing at all but enjoy and relax. My home offers you the perfect place to enjoy the privacy, sitting on the dock or in the screen room enjoying all of nature. You can bring your own boat and tie up to the dock or enjoy the use of two single kayaks one double kayak paddle boat or canoe available for free. I also provide two adult bikes and two childrens bikes for your enjoyment. At night you can sit around the fire pit and listen to nature sing. Grill your catch of the day on the provided gas grill and eat on the deck under the stars. The backyard is completely fenced and has two beautiful old oaks with huge staghorn ferns offering you plenty of shade. If you want some family fun try your skill at corn hole. There are many bird feeders so you can enjoy watching many varieties of birds as they come and go. If you choose to take day trips we are located close to Orlando with all of it's attractions and Tampa which is home to Bush Gardens. If you love to eat out our area offers some of the finest seafood in Florida. We have numerous festivals throughout the year celebrating our pioneer and Indian history and seafood festivals allowing you to taste all the local foods. I love this area of Florida for it's beauty and laid back lifestyle. So come and enjoy, relax, unwind, in what Florida once looked like.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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If bringing a pet you must clean up after them. A poop scoop is provided. If the yard is left dirty you will be charged extra.
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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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
Note from host: small gatherings of friends allowed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Dunnellon
Located in Dunnellon, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Spruce Creek Preserve Golf Club and El Diablo Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rainbow Springs State Park and Johnson Pond Trailhead. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Rainbow Springs State Park - 19 min drive - 21.4 km
World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 28 min drive - 34.9 km
Three Sisters Springs - 33 min drive - 37.8 km
Restaurants
Red's Breakfast & Lunch - 4 min drive
Circle K - 4 min drive
Sparrow's - 15 min drive
Swampy's - 17 min drive
armante's restaurant - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard?
As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard on 2 May 2026 start from £128, 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 at Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Johnson Pond Trailhead and within 6 miles (10 km) of Spruce Creek Preserve Golf Club and El Diablo Golf & Country Club. Ross Prairie Trailhead and Citrus Springs Golf & Country Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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The property was exactly as described. Donna was excellent with communication. Everything was clean and the bed was very comfortable. We had everything we needed.
Everything was great. We had a great time. The house was fully fenced and had a great backyard. The host provided kayaks, a canoe, and a paddle boat. We had a very fun time on the river.
Very comfortable home in a lovely location! Kayaks and canoe were fun for our family to explore the river and fish! Our pups also enjoyed the fenced yard. Donna was an excellent host and provided great communication.
My husband and I wanted a quiet, peaceful atmosphere where we could bring our two dogs and just experience nature. The yard was fenced so we felt comfortable letting the dogs out and being able to go out your back door and kayak down the river was wonderful! It was close enough to local places to eat and to Rainbow River State Park. Overall, very nice stay and would definitely go back.
This was our second and again had a wonderful time. We really like the location since it allowed us to do plenty of hiking, biking and kayaking. The house has everything you need to enjoy you stay!
We had a great stay here. The place is situated on the river and it’s so peaceful. It’s close to Dunnellon with access to grocery stores and restaurant.
Property has many amazing features and we especially enjoyed the access to the river using the supplied kayaks and the outdoor screened gazebo. The neighbors and all the people we ran into in the neighborhood are very friendly. It was a great location for us and perfectly centered between Dunnellon and Ocala.
What a great little house on the river. Nicely decorated, very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Would definitely rent this River House again.
Clean and comfy! Very close to out main destination, Rainbow Spring. My boys fished in the backyard and enjoyed using the peddle boat. Would definitely stay again.
Nicole K.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Donna Coleman
I was born and raised in Florida but now reside in Tennessee.
Why they chose this property
We bought this property in citrus county on the river because of my love of nature . The withlacoochie river is a nature and bird lovers paradise. I love kayaking and boating on the river and photographing the wildlife along the river.
What makes this property unique
My home has a secluded backyard that lets you sit on the dock or in the screen room and enjoy nature. I have many bird feeders that let you enjoy the birds as they come and go. You can go kayaking or boating right from the property or throw out a fishing line from the dock. This property is so peaceful it allows you to relax and unwind and enjoy nature without ever leaving the house.
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