Experience the best of old Florida's natural beauty at the heart of Rainbow River! Welcome to this peaceful riverfront retreat with an exclusive location in the 2 bedroom, 1 bath downstairs apartment of a riverfront home. Located just four houses down from the head springs of Rainbow River, you'll enjoy crystal-clear water only steps outside your back door.
This cozy and comfortable 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath property offers the perfect blend of nature and relaxation. Whether you love kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, floating or simply enjoying the beautiful river views from the dock, this home places you right on one of Florida’s most stunning natural springs.
Inside, there is a welcoming living space, spacious dining area, updated kitchen with plenty of storage plus inviting bedrooms with brand new, comfortable mattresses. A screened back porch gives scenic views of the river.
Minutes away from kayak rentals at the State Park or a guided clear kayaking adventure at KP Hole, this location offers easy access to all that Rainbow River provides. Walk to one of our favorite restaurants, Cheers at Rainbow Springs, for live music and excellent food. Or spend the day on the river and kayak a few hours down to Swampy's Bar & Grille for riverside dining.
Additional house rules:
Please respect this multi-generational family home and treat it with care. It's a very special place to our family, built by our grandfather/great-grandfather and painstakingly renovated over the last 15 years. This rental includes the private downstairs unit of a two-story house where owners live upstairs. There is a large shared swimming space in the river with our direct neighbor.
Feel free to bring your own kayak, canoe or paddleboard to launch from the seawall or dock; owners’ kayaks are not available for use.
Please keep our river clean!
Food and drinks on the water must be in reusable containers. Possession of disposable containers and alcohol on Rainbow River is strictly prohibited and punishable by a hefty fine. All laws are enforced by the Marion County Sheriff's Department, the Dunnellon Police Department and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Paper sacks, boxes, wrappers, aluminum cans, paper napkins or paper towels, breakable paper utensils and any other disposable items are not allowed on the River. Reusable water bottles and plasticware containers are provided with rental.
No smoking indoors or outdoors anywhere on the property. No vaping indoors. No illegal or recreational drugs allowed, no vaping or e-cigs. Fire pits not allowed.
***Do not leave food or trash outdoors including the dock and screened porch. Any food left out will attract wildlife. Failure to comply may result in a negative review from the host.
Beware of wildlife and DO NOT FEED alligators, otters, ducks and any other wildlife.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Please do not flush anything down toilets except toilet paper.
Trash day is Tuesday.
A rental agreement is required that will be provided by the owner when booking. Must agree to all terms and restrictions included in it.