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Couples Retreat! Luxury Cottage directly on the Rainbow River

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A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, a large window, and a cozy seating arrangement.
A covered patio with a brick floor, white furniture, and a ceiling fan.
A cozy room with a bed, a chair, a table, a lamp, a TV, and a window.
A spacious living area with a large round table, wooden chairs, a sofa, and a chandelier.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a round dining table, and a chandelier.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Wildlife at your doorstep
    Guests love spotting wildlife right on the property grounds.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Rainbow Springs State Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Dryer
  • Bathtub

Explore the area

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Dunnellon, FL
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Main Bed

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Couples Retreat! Luxury Cottage directly on the Rainbow River

Romantic Rainbow River retreat! Indulge your senses in this luxury studio cottage. Equipped with a gourmet kitchen, large screen porch and spectacular river views. Relax on the dock and watch the world float by or take a swim in the cool crystal-clear water. Perfect for a honeymoon, anniversary or special occasion. Located in the subdivision of Rio Vista on the west side of the river. Bring your kayak, paddleboard or tube. Close to restaurants, shopping and World Equestrian Center. Book your stay now!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Check out time is 11:00 a.m.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3910598vb
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Dunnellon

Located in Dunnellon, this cottage is on the waterfront. Paddock Mall and I-75 Super Flea Market are worth checking out if shopping 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. Circle Square Cultural Center and Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training are also worth visiting.
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Dunnellon, FL

What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • K.P. Hole County Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 26 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 37 min drive - 37.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Turtle Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Riviera Maya - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Couples Retreat! Luxury Cottage directly on the Rainbow River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Couples Retreat! Luxury Cottage directly on the Rainbow River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Couples Retreat! Luxury Cottage directly on the Rainbow River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Couples Retreat! Luxury Cottage directly on the Rainbow River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Rainbow River and Rainbow Springs State Park. K.P. Hole County Park is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully renovated cabin. Very small, but for 2 people is easily enough. Has a really cute cabin look. Convenience of being on the water is unmatched. Waking up and bring able to see the sun on the water through the large windows was amazing. One thing to note, no wifi here and service is spotty, so maybe not the best if you need to do remote work
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin P.

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

Great place

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved both the property and the location. The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for the weekend.The river view was absolutely beautiful. We saw otters swimming near the dock, and a friendly owl stopped by every day. It’s about a 3-hour paddle upriver to the head springs, or about 1.5 hours to KP Hole, followed by a relaxing float back to the property.We would absolutely love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Natalie Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved both the property and the location. The house was clean, comfortable, and had everything we needed for the weekend.The river view was absolutely beautiful. We saw otters swimming near the dock, and a friendly owl stopped by every day. It’s about a 3-hour paddle upriver to the head springs, or about 1.5 hours to KP Hole, followed by a relaxing float back to the property.We would absolutely love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fred M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An intimate but luxurious cottage for two. It has a first-rate kitchen, not a fish camp knock off. If you enjoy cooking and dining, this is your spot. The view of the river is magnificent and rustic. Our host made sure all went according to plan and everything ran as smoothly as one can imagine. I have been coming to Dunellon for sixty-four years (true!) and I’ve never stayed in a more comfortable, welcoming place. My wife and I WILL return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda R.

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

Paradise on the Rainbow River

Perfect cottage for couples who are looking to relax. Beautiful views on the river. Great for paddling. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cat N.

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

Amazing getaway

The property is beautiful! Home is cute and has everything you could need! Will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tandi S.

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

Perfect romantic getaway

We loved this cozy, peaceful property. The property and home exceeded our expectations. The hosts are wonderful. We will definitely be coming back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home for couples right on Rainbow River! The property was clean and cutely decorated with plenty working amenities. The float down to Swampy's was about 4 hours. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

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

Retreat on the river

This property is all that it advertises. We could not be more happy with our choice to stay. The house and property are quiet and relaxing. We loved hanging out on the dock during the day and evening. We enjoyed kayaking and exploring north and south of this river front cabin.
Dock at sunset.
Sunset
Rolling on the river.
What’s more perfect than a rainbow on the Rainbow river!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Absolutely beautiful

Sitting on the dock watching the otters and duck families was wonderful but so was paddle boarding to the Spring. All was wonderful including the host.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2024
Thank you for choosing us! Please visit again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kent B.

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

Quiet and Serene

This cottage is very well appointed with lots of upgrades. Whether you’re sitting on the comfortable porch or at the dock overlooking the river, you’re sure to feel completely relaxed. Great communication with the host made our Valentine’s Day stay so easy but we unfortunately had to leave a little early to tend to our pets at home. Definitely a place we’ll return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meredith M.

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

Cozy Rainbow River House

Everything was clean and as advertised!! Modern appliances. Excellent communication with Bill, the property manager. Only a 2 hour float to Swampy’s. The convenience of the dock on the river can’t be beat!! Thanks for a refreshing long weekend slice of Rainbow River paradise!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

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

Nice Place on the Rainbow River

The property it perfectly situated on the Rainbow River with a private dock and private access to the river. We could put our kayaks in right from the place. There are no houses across the river making the dock a nice shady peaceful place to spend the day and watch the river otters. The covered patio was a nice cozy place to drink morning coffee or take shelter from the afternoon rain. The cottage is clean, has nice kitchen appliances, and good A/C. The bed is a bit short, I believe it is a double bed, so may be a challenge for taller folks.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

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

Perfect!

While not the first time we have been to Rainbow River, this was the first time we decided to expand it past a day trip and stay for a long weekend. The cottage itself is as pictured, very clean, and very much up to date, and has newer high end appliances for cooking. It’s the perfect size for a couple. We found ourselves most of the time either sitting in the screened in patio or down on the dock. The property itself sits right on the river and we could get our kayaks easily into the river or just hang out in our floats. The dock is your own and itself was large enough where you could sit back under the shade trees or you could sit right out on the water and look up and down the river. Will definitely come visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our time here could not have been better! It is an enchanting little cabin and property. It has a gorgeous view of the river. The cabin was very inviting and very clean and the owners were very hospitable. We would love to make it an annual getaway .
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

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