Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard

Dunnellon, Florida
$291 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

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 door 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.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1546 Sq Ft (144 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Fishing Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Stereo Video Library TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Hospital Near A Zoo On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Submitted Dec 5, 2019

    Stayed Nov 23, 2019

    The home was charming, comfortable and had all the basic needs. The backyard was awesome and the view of the river, a plus. The owner was very accessible to our needs even though she was out of state. Fortunately, we did not need anything because everything was provided. Really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay there again. I really have no negative response...loved our stay there.

  • Laura B.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2026

    Stayed Jun 5, 2026

    Great family friendly place to stay.

  • Amy M.

    Submitted Jun 1, 2026

    Stayed May 23, 2026

    Everything was perfect- the house was great! We enjoyed the kayaks and fishing from the dock. Would highly recommend this place..

  • Cathy W.

    Submitted May 11, 2026

    Stayed May 8, 2026

    Great cabin-like house, very comfortable and clean!

  • Submitted May 2, 2026

    Stayed Apr 29, 2026

    It was a nice stay

  • Desiree B.

    Submitted Mar 25, 2026

    Stayed Mar 22, 2026

    Beautiful property, we’ll be back.

  • shanna m.

    Submitted Mar 7, 2026

    Stayed Feb 28, 2026

    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.

  • shirley o.

    Submitted Feb 28, 2026

    Stayed Jan 31, 2026

    Enjoyed our stay, location good for our activities. Donna thank you.

  • Desiree B.

    Submitted Jan 18, 2026

    Stayed Jan 15, 2026

    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.

  • briana c.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2026

    Stayed Dec 26, 2025

    This is my happy place! I love it here always a good time. Donna is amazing. I would recommend to anyone

  • Duane C.

    Submitted Dec 12, 2025

    Stayed Nov 26, 2025

    Check in was simple. Everything about the house was great! All the amenities were included.

  • Carolina G.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    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.

  • George J.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 1, 2025

    Was everything just as described. Was easy to get anywhere and plenty to do right at the house. Glad we stayed and would again.

  • Sara L.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    We loved our stay. It was nice and quiet. We had a wonderful family trip and plan to come back.

  • LeeAnn G.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    We loved our time here!

  • Sandra S.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2025

    Stayed Jun 1, 2025

    Amenities were well maintained. Neighborhood is quiet. It’s on the rive branch. It’s awesome. Plan to be back.

  • Angela H.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2025

    Stayed May 7, 2025

    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.

  • CYNDI H.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed Apr 10, 2025

    Stayed for a short 3 day visit but wish we could have stayedstlonger

  • Marsha B.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2025

    Stayed Mar 30, 2025

    The house was very clean and fully equipped in the kitchen. The only thing that was needed was a good can opener.

  • Jennifer M.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2025

    Stayed Mar 22, 2025

    The River house was a perfect getaway for us on spring break! We used the house as our home base for exploring Florida’s Nature’s coast including the many state parks that are only a short drive from the house, including the Gulf. We were able to explore springs, find manatees, and use the house’s wonderful amenities like the kayaks, and amazing sitting areas overlooking the river. The host has thought of everything and has set up a very cozy atmosphere with plenty of seating allowing for our small family to have some space and enjoy the sounds and sites of the river while reading, birding, and just relaxing. We were thrilled with the variety of wildlife the river has to offer- including pileated woodpeckers,, turkeys, turtles, fish, and many other bird species. The house was stocked with basic cooking equipment essentials for cooking family meals, and we were able to eat around the beautiful table each night- which when you have teenagers- you know what a gift that is. The beds were comfy, and the entire house was clean. The host was very responsive, though to be honest, we didn’t need much besides confirming the check in time, and to let her know we arrived and all was well with the house. You really should check out the River house if you are looking for a quiet place on the river, that you can be low key and relaxed at, and use it as a jumping off point to explore the Natural Coast. You couldn’t ask for a better host!

  • Don F.

    Submitted Mar 19, 2025

    Stayed Mar 3, 2025

    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.

  • Laura A.

    Submitted Feb 26, 2025

    Stayed Feb 1, 2025

    Very nice place to stay. There are two steps down into the living area, so it could be a problem for folks in a wheelchair or on a walker.

  • briana c.

    Submitted Jan 1, 2025

    Stayed Dec 26, 2024

    I absolutely love this property! This is the second time we have stayed here and we will absolutely be back asap! We live in Tampa and this place is the perfect getaway from the busy city life. The yard is fenced in and my dogs have so much fun. I especially like the fact that you have to go through a gate to get to the water so I don’t have to stress about the dogs. Thank you Donna for having us again!! We will see you soon!!

  • David R.

    Submitted Dec 20, 2024

    Stayed Nov 30, 2024

    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!

  • briana c.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Oct 10, 2024

    I cannot say enough good things about Donna and her property. We came out the day after hurricane Milton and she was so accommodating she worked with me so much and it meant so much. The house was perfect and the location couldn’t have been more relaxing. We were there during a really hectic time in our lives and it made everything so much easier on us and we made some awesome memories. Thank you Donna! We will be back!

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