Riverfront 4-bedroom dog-friendly home on Blue Cove and the Rainbow River

Welcome to Blue Frog River House, a peaceful waterfront retreat nestled in Dunnellon’s scenic Blue Cove community with direct access to the crystal-clear Rainbow River.

This spacious 4-bedroom, 3-bath home is designed for relaxing river days, sunset dinners on the deck, and unforgettable gatherings with family and friends. Whether you're floating down the river, kayaking from the private dock, or unwinding after a day at the horse shows, Blue Frog River House offers the perfect blend of nature, comfort, and adventure.

This 3-story riverfront home offers multiple living areas, spacious bedrooms, and inviting outdoor spaces designed for both gathering and relaxation. The main living level features warm wood floors, vaulted ceilings, and large windows that fill the space with natural light. The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking and entertaining, with bar seating and an adjacent dining area highlighted by a vibrant Florida-inspired mural that celebrates the local landscape. Upstairs and downstairs living areas provide comfortable spaces for groups to spread out, making the home ideal for families, friends, or equestrian guests traveling together. The bottom level of the house contains the studio space, complete with a queen-size bed, living room, kitchenette, bathroom with walk-in shower, laundry area and its own dedicated mini-split air conditioning unit. This studio space steps immediately onto the deck. The main level, accessed by stairs, consists of the full kitchen, dining room, living room, large screened porch, two bedrooms and a hall bathroom with shower/tub combination. The top floor is one large master bedroom with two full-size beds and a master bathroom with double sinks and separate shower and bathtub.

The outdoor spaces are what truly make Blue Frog River House special. Guests can enjoy a private dock with direct Rainbow River access only 300 meters away (approx 5-minute paddle), and expansive waterfront deck overlooking Blue Cove, a screened-in patio perfect for morning coffee, an outdoor dining and grill area, and fire pit gathering space under the trees. Spend the day kayaking, tubing, swimming, or simply relaxing by the water while enjoying the peaceful sounds of nature.

The house is perfect for equestrian guests, as Blue Frog River House is conveniently located for visitors attending events at the World Equestrian Center — less than 30 minutes away and HITS Ocala — approximately 35 minutes away. After a long day at the showgrounds, return to a quiet waterfront setting where you can truly relax and recharge.

Just minutes away, local favorites include Dunnellon’s charming riverfront dining and outdoor activities. One such favorite is Swampy's Bar & Grille, a lively restaurant on the Rainbow River known for its waterfront deck and relaxed Florida atmosphere — the perfect stop after a day of tubing, paddleboarding, or kayaking.

Nearby attractions also include Rainbow Springs State Park, KP Hole Park tubing launch, and historic Downtown Dunnellon shops and restaurants.

Guests love Blue Frog River House for its direct Rainbow River access from the property, its private dock for kayaking, tubing, paddleboarding, and swimming, the spacious 4 bedroom | 3 bathroom layout, multiple indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, and its convenient location to WEC Ocala and HITS Ocala.