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River Haven: Kayaks & Swimming on Rainbow River

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dunnellon, FL
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Run of Dunnellon Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

The Cove- Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

The Dock- Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

The Marsh- Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

The Swamp- Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

The Cove- Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

The Dock- Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

The Swamp- Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

River Haven: Kayaks & Swimming on Rainbow River

This beautiful 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom vacation home with beds to accommodate 18 guests is situated on the Rainbow River; a crystal clear, spring-fed river that is 72 degrees year-round. Fully equipped with kayaks, paddle boards, fishing poles, floats, flippers, board games, pool table, dart board, basketball hoop, volleyball net, porch swing, hammock, fire pit, a slide into the river and a gazebo with a dock overlooking the river, this home is the perfect vacation spot to enjoy real Florida.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2674985vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Dunnellon

Located in Dunnellon, this holiday home is on a river. Rainbow Springs State Park and Crystal River Preserve State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Circle Square Cultural Center and Petting Zoo Ocala. Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training and Don Garlits Museum of Racing are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Dunnellon, FL

What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Blue Run of Dunnellon Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • K.P. Hole County Park - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 24 min drive - 36.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Gator of Dunnellon - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Haven: Kayaks & Swimming on Rainbow River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River Haven: Kayaks & Swimming on Rainbow River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Haven: Kayaks & Swimming on Rainbow River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Haven: Kayaks & Swimming on Rainbow River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Haven: Kayaks & Swimming on Rainbow River located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rainbow River and Rainbow Springs State Park. Blue Run of Dunnellon Park and Lake Rousseau are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonell W.

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

Beautiful

Nice big house with everything you need to have a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marty M.

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

Wonderful location on river. Great selection of canoes,Kyan,&paddle boards.

Great sleeping arrangements plenty of bathrooms. Great fire pit beautiful river
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Forrest S.

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

Great gathering place

We couldn't have been happier to bring my fishing group there. Close to everything, with great location and space.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michael r.

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

Very enjoyable property

My family and I really enjoyed our stay. Spacious home with breathtaking view of river. Would recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug, 2022
Thank you for staying with us and we hope to have you stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Egor B.

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

Great place

I can recommend this place to everyone! My kids love it and already asking to come there again for NY party. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

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

What a Great House

We went for my husband’s 50th birthday. Easy check in . We comfortably had 14 people stay at the house. Beautiful house. Great communication. We would definitely rent and stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Westley H.

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

Multifamily spring break getaway with the kids

We came for a spring break getaway with 4 adults and 5 kids (age 7-14). Although the house is a little dated, it is functional and easily accommodated all of us, it could have slept 14. The location is fabulous, right on the river, and there are tons of toys to keep everyone occupied inside and outside the house. Would defintely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for a weekend on the River!

Big house with plenty of space for large family. The paddleboard, kayaks, the dock with slide, it all got used and was wonderful to have. Wi-fi and all electronics worked well. Hosts were very responsive and helpful. We did run low on Toilet Paper, paper towels, and bath towels. Great location - grocery stores nearby and the 4 hour River float ends right before this house! It was really a great spot. :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber L.

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

Memories to last a lifetime!

This house was so perfect! Enjoying the beauty of the Rainbow River but truly you dont have to even leave the house. The swimming right there is amazing! They have so many toys / rafts etc. We paddled, floated, and made the best memories! My children cant stop talking about it. I will be booking again and making this an annual tradition for my family! Plus the house has so much space and bathrooms so enjoy it with other families / friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April M.

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

Perfect accomodations for a great family vacation!

The property is very accommodating. Everything you need to float, kayak or paddle board on the river is provided, including life jackets. Everyone in our group (from 19 months to 80 years) enjoyed time in and/on the water! There is a large variety of games and cards available. Kitchen has plenty of silverware, cooking utensils, plates, cups, pots/pans, etc. In addition, there are plenty of reusable water bottles to take on the river, as disposable water bottles are not allowed on the river. There is a coffee station with both a traditional coffee maker and a Keurig. Dining table seats 10 comfortably and two bar stools at the kitchen counter. There is also a table on the porch that seats 4 and additional seating as well. Bedrooms are roomy and comfortable. There are plenty of towels provided, extra linens and a washer and dryer. Overall, great accommodations! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

paul h.

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

beautiful setting, spacious home

Fabulous location right on the rainbow river. We really enjoyed our stay at this property. Lots of kayaks and paddle boards for use on the river. Lots of great outdoor seating by the river. Inside the home was very spacious for 7 old golfers. Bedding was good, a/c was effective. Owners were helpful as needed to figure a few things out about the tv and kitchen. Will stay there again soon. Great restaurant, Swampy's, easy walkiing distance.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gemma M.

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

River Haven was everything I expected it to be and so much more!!

I rented this home to celebrate my 17-year old son’s birthday with friends. It was everything I hoped it would be. This home was spacious and comfortable. It had fully stocked bathrooms with towels, body wash, shampoo and conditioner. The kitchen had everything you need, including spices! All you have to do is a quick grocery run and your set for your river stay. We had everything to keep us entertained: the gorgeous spring in the backyard, kayaks, SUPs, water trampoline, board games, pool table, dartboard, fire pit, and nice televisions with streaming options. I honestly wish we could have stayed longer and hope we can return in the near future. Communication with the owner was on point. My only complaint was that the people who stayed in the home before us left a lot of trash bags in the front of the house that were quite and eye sore
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt L.

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

UNMATCHED

This place was incredible! There’s so much to do to stay entertained at the house. John was also amazing. Answered every question I had quickly and with pleasure! If your still reading this just rent it!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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