A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Lake Rousseau
Sleeps 12•4 bedrooms•6 beds
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Dunnellon, FL
Lake Rousseau
Place, Lake Rousseau
1 min walk
Rainbow River
Place, Rainbow River
4 min drive
Rainbow Springs State Park
Place, Rainbow Springs State Park
8 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Murphy Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River
Come relax in Florida's Nature Coast in this eclectic, spacious riverside home. Take in the breathtaking view while lounging in the sunroom, hammock, or upstairs deck. Explore the wild beauty of the Withlacoochee River downstream from the Rainbow River and launch one of our kayaks or the canoe right from the backyard. The space After a great day on the river making memories gather around the fireplace and enjoy one of the many games or puzzles or have a foosball match. Cast a line and catch a large mouth bass, catfish, gar, or brim right off our peninsula with fishing poles provided. Challenge your friends and family to a game of bocce ball or corn hole. Cook a delicious home cooked meal in the well equipped kitchen or grill out on the high tech Cuisineart gas/pellet grill. Soak in the relaxing hot tub or roast marshmallows around the firepit. Pop a bowl of popcorn and enjoy your favorite movies or shows off Hulu Plus, ESPN, Disney and Netflix on the huge projector screen.
House rules You'll be staying in someone's home, so please treat it with care and respect. Checking in and out Check-in after 4:00 PM Checkout before 10:00 AM Self check-in with smart lock During your stay 12 guests maximum Quiet hours 11:00 PM - 6:00 AM No parties or events Commercial photography allowed No smoking
**Base price includes 4 people any more adults/children must be accounted for on the reservation.
We do not allow pets.
**If 25 and under please confirm with host prior to booking.
** Beware of alligators and wildlife. Do not feed alligators. Guest access The guest shed is stocked with kayaks, floats, noodles for the head spring, fishing poles, a bike to assist with launching a boat. A canoe beside the shed.
Additional rules KEEP OUR RIVERS CLEAN! There are steep fines if you enter Rainbow River with anything disposable, including wrappers! Please use the Tupperware and reusable water bottles and bags provided. Do not leave trash, cigarette butts or have balloons outside. WE ARE ON WELL and SEPTIC The water is safe and delicious from the faucet. We just had a brand new Hydrogen Clean Water system installed. The faucet water is delicious, so fill up reusable water bottles and hit the river!
DO NOT flush anything down the toilets except toilet paper!
DO NOT SWIM OR FLOAT in the Withlacoochee River! BEWARE OF ALLIGATORS! You can kayak 25 minutes to Chaplin A Dinkins Park where Rainbow River meets Withlacoochee and you can swim there and of course the head spring!
Launch the Kayaks at the end of my peninsula, wipe down and place back on kayak racks when finished.
The Guest Shed is the portion to the back and the key is hanging on the hook by the front door. There are bags of pellets for the grill and an extra propane tank. You may use all items in the Guest Shed but please return items to their designated area, check off the check list hanging and report any broken, empty or missing items so I can replace them for the next guests. Please respect our property and DO NOT take cover off or tamper with my pontoon boat. Also, DO NOT tamper with locked closets. And please DO NOT risk injury or property damage by climbing stairs onto the Florida room roof! I plan on having a contractor build an observation and sunbathing deck with railings in the future, and hope you will return to enjoy it!
TRASH DAY is very early morning FRIDAYS. Citrus County unfortunately does not pick up recycling. But there is a recycling center 8 1/2 miles north on U.S. 41
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Respect the hot tub rules or you will be charged a penalty of $250 if it has to be drained, serviced or a new filter due to dirt or contamination
Important information
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Property # 3613483vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Citrus Springs
Located in Citrus Springs, this holiday home is on the waterfront. El Diablo Golf & Country Club and Citrus Springs 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 Crystal River Preserve State Park. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 30 min drive - 38.6 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 6 min drive
Riviera Maya - 6 min drive
Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - 4 min drive
Two Rivers - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River?
As of 30 Jul, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River on 7 Feb, 2027 start from S$859, 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 Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River located?
This family-friendly Citrus Springs holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Rousseau, Rainbow River and Blue Run of Dunnellon Park. Rainbow Springs State Park and K.P. Hole County Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This home had a very well stocked kitchen with condiments and coffee. Plenty of games to play and a movie screen for movie night. Very kind hostess who was easily accessible. Beautiful quiet backyard on a tributary leading to the springs. Very enjoyable weekend.
Loved our stay. Highlights of our girls trip here were definitely the inflatable paddleboard’s available that we used to paddle to the blue gator restaurant, the hot tub & the wild turkeys we saw in the evening! Paddling back to this property at sunset was truly magical!
We love this place - it has everything for families to gather for fun on the river. Kayaks and paddle boards, lots of space, games, and great kitchen, and don't forget the hot tub! Megan is very responsive. Absolutely love this place!
Our group of seven adored our stay at the river chalet! It was clean and provided anything we could possibly want! We hope to return for vacation next year.
Jennifer B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Mar, 2025
So glad you had a lovely time! We welcome you back anytime!
We loved our time at Megan’s home. From the get go she was super communicative and full of helpful local suggestions for our family trip (3 families with multiple kids). The room set-up was perfect for us and the home was so charming It was a beautiful location on the river and we loved using the kayaks/canoe, jacuzzi, snorkel gear for nearby springs, etc. Highly recommend!
Suzanne B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brain
24 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was lovely and the location was perfect. Lots of wildlife on a private river yet close enough to kayak to Crystal River and restaurants. Then add relaxing in the hottub and viewing the stars around the firepit-the perfect vacation!
Very quite neighborhood, amazing views on the back yard. House was very clean with everything you need, we also enjoyed the kayaks , I recommend this place .
We’ve stayed in a few places in this area and so far here has been our favorite :)
Wonderful house on a beautiful property.
Privacy as well as opportunity to view nature, while be close to everything you’d enjoy.
Very hopeful to return in the future.
Such a peaceful place, right on the river. We had the most relaxing time and It was absolutely wonderful. I definitely plan on coming here again!
Also, Megan was so kind and very helpful if I had any questions.
The house was so clean and had so many amenities. From towels to coffee to kayaks we had everything we needed. It’s located 8 minutes from the springs and only a few minuets away from restaurants and grocery stores. There was plenty of rooms with comfy beds. The projector screen was great for a little movie night. The host was communicative and very nice. This is the place to stay!
Caroline K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
About the host
Hosted by Megan Graham
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests