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Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape

Holiday home in Dunnellon with kitchen and balcony

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Dunnellon Vacation Rental | 3BR | 2BA | 1,273 Sq Ft | 4 Stairs Required to Enter
Kitchen | Free WiFi | Walkable Location | Historic Downtown Dunnellon
Home Exterior | Keyless Entry | 4 Mi to Rainbow Springs State Park Tube Rentals
Living Room | Main Floor | Central Air Conditioning | Smart TV
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6118.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dunnellon, FL
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, K.P. Hole County Park
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape

Leave your worries behind at the ‘Walnut Retreat,’ a 3-bedroom, 2-bath 1920's home in Dunnellon's historic district! Ideal for families or small groups, this vacation rental offers a prime location just steps away from Grumbles, local dining, antiques, and more. Launch a kayak onto the Withlacoochee River or head to Rainbow Springs State Park for a tubing adventure. Afterward, prepare a tasty meal in your full gourmet kitchen or grab a bite to eat at Don Pepe Mexican Grille or Blue Gator!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Walkable Location | < 1 Mi to Public Boat Ramp & Rentals

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress

OUTDOOR LIVING: Spacious backyard, private patio w/ seating
INDOOR LIVING: 3 Smart TVs, board games, books, ceiling fans
KITCHEN: Cooking basics, refrigerator, microwave, stove/oven, dishwasher, dishware & flatware, blender, coffee maker, Crockpot, toaster, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, central A/C & heating, in-unit washer/dryer, hair dryer, hangers, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: 4 stairs required to enter (single-story home), pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

GET OUTSIDE: Withlacoochee River (walking distance), N Florida Avenue Boat Ramp (0.4 miles), Captain Bob's Airboat Tours (0.5 miles), Rainbow River Canoe & Kayak (0.6 miles), Rainbow River Kayak Adventures LLC (0.9 miles), Blue Run of Dunnellon Park (1 mile), Rainbow Springs State Park Tube Rentals (4 miles), KP Hole Park (4 miles), Rainbow Springs State Park (5 miles)
DINING + SHOPS: Grumbles House Antiques & Garden Shop (190 feet), Sweetie's Cafe And Bakery (207 feet), Historic Village Shops (220 feet), Cedar Street Boutique (375 feet), Don Pepe Mexican Restaurant (0.1 miles), Blue Gator Tiki Bar & Restaurant (0.5 miles), Swampy's Bar & Grille (1 mile)
COASTAL FUN: Crystal River (15 miles), Hunter Springs Park (16 miles), Three Sisters Springs (17 miles), Homosassa Springs (22 miles), Fort Island Beach (26 miles)
AIRPORTS: Ocala International Airport (21 miles), Tampa International Airport (82 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking or vaping of any kind
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- NOTE: Guests who choose to stay over 25 days will receive a 15% discount
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 4 stairs to enter

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Dunnellon

Dunnellon is home to this holiday home. Citrus Springs Golf & Country Club and Pine Ridge 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 Three Sisters Springs and Rainbow Springs State Park. Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training and Don Garlits Museum of Racing are also worth visiting.
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Dunnellon, FL

What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lake Rousseau - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Blue Run of Dunnellon Park - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 23 min drive - 36.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Swampy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Ellianos Coffee - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape located?

Situated in Dunnellon, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Rainbow River and within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Rousseau and Rainbow Springs State Park. K.P. Hole County Park and Citrus Springs Golf & Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cristina P.

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

Perfect place to stay we Rainbow Springs

My friends and I had the best time here. It was the perfect amount of space and so close to the springs! Couldn’t have asked for anything better.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Love this place

Great place, great location, good value.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nikki y.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Place was run down and not clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

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

Our stay

It is a cute little old house and it is located close to everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie L.

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

Cheerful Property

Great location. Clean and comfortable. Responsive host.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thea C.

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

Great place to stay

We really enjoyed our stay. The place was clean, well stocked and worked perfectly. We highly recommend it!! Fun location, great communication as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Nice Place. Would Stay There Again.

Very cute place in an historic part of town. Met the online description.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott J., Nashville, TN USA

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

Quaint house in a lovely location

The property is well equipped and is just as described. It is comfortable and in a great location. We enjoyed the antique shops and restaurants within the easily walkable neighborhood. We would like to stay here again when we return to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Anniversary Getaway

We decided we wanted to explore this part of Floria that we were really unfamiliar with even after living here 20 years. We were pleased with everything this RETREAT had to offer. A well-appointed kitchen, comfortable beds and a great location within walking distance to shops and restaurants made this the perfect place to call our "home" away from home. It was great to be only a short drive to Ocala and Crystal River. We were cozy and happy with this cute vintage property.

8/10 Good

Catherine L.

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

Great neighborhood. Like you can walk to antique shops, salon, restaurants.

Liked the idea of fenced in yard but not the holes in fence. Liked that our dogs (2) could come with us. The 13 1/2 year old loved the warm weather
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

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

Turner family

This property was beautiful and all that was listed plus more. The location was perfect the boat ramp access was only like 2 blocks away with access to rainbow river. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Family vacation to watch the Holiday Horse show at WEC and ride bikes.

We loved the location and proximity to shops, restaurants, the World Equestrian Center, and bike trails. Wish we were able to stay longer and walk around all the shops. The house is great and had been mostly updated but it does needs is more places to hang things. I would suggest bringing over the door hangers with you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

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

Lovely little place

Great property in a central location. We were in the area for snorkeling in the local springs (about 30 to 40 minutes away) and a float trip on rainbow river (about 10 minutes away) and this house was exactly what we needed. The home was welcoming and well appointed. (And had one of the largest walk in showers I've ever seen!) A definite bonus was that it is in walking distance to the local restaurants, so we were able to go out for a dinner and drinks on the river! I plan on renting again the next time I'm in the area. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily N., Largo

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

Girls Weekend

The house is adorable! It was bigger and more spacious than expected which was a nice surprise. All of the rooms were a good size and the beds were comfortable. The fridge is smaller than a standard size and doesnt have an ice maker but it was big enough for us to put a bag of ice in. The lounges in the main living space were very cozy but a tight fit for a full house. The tv is guest friendly so we were easily able to log into streaming services. All of the light and fan remotes were labeled, which was very helpful. I would definitely recommend and would stay again! Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Adriana

A Beautiful and Cozy House

This was our very first time in Rainbow Springs and having such a beautiful and cozy home made our trip so much better. I went with my daughter, Godson, and husband and we were all in awe of the property and the décor. The house is super spacious (though it does not seem like it from the front of the house) and had everything we needed. Communicating with Stacy was super easy and she ensured we received all the information we needed prior to our arrival. I appreciated her thoughtfulness as she ensured we had clean towels and linen. The house was clean and in a quiet neighborhood. We felt safe and were glad to be in the middle of the town where local restaurants were very close in proximity. I will definitely recommend this place and will be coming back this year.

10/10 Excellent

Adriana F., Florida, U.S.A.

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

A Beautiful and Cozy Home

This was our very first time in Rainbow Springs and having such a beautiful and cozy home made our trip so much better. I went with my daughter, Godson, and husband and we were all in awe of the property and the décor. The house is super spacious (though it does not seem like it from the front of the house) and had everything we needed. Communicating with Stacy was super easy and she ensured we received all the information we needed prior to our arrival. I appreciated her thoughtfulness as she ensured we had clean towels and linen. The house was clean and in a quiet neighborhood. We felt safe and were glad to be in the middle of the town where local restaurants were very close in proximity. I will definitely recommend this place and will be coming back this year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Alecia

great location

the house was clearly a very old home that was remodeled. When you enter the front door, the interior smells like mold and dust.they did a good job with the remodel otherwise.my biggest complaint is the yard. it was not inviting. it was overgrown with weeds. they haven't trimmed any plants or trees. if this was halloween, i wouldn't stop there. kind of scary from the outside. Even the front door was filthy and needed a paint job. No way you could use the garage or back yard, with the junk and debris everywhere. Overall, just ok.......I have had rental homes over the years, and I would be ashamed to rent this out in this condition

8/10 Good

Laura Sue W.

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

A fun getaway

Our objective in staying was to kayak the Rainbow River. We were lucky. The weather cooperated! We had a comfortable and fun place to stay. Everything was adequate for our family; 4 of us. The layout of the house was great; plenty of room for all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

sarah j.

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

Cozy house

Cute house. Conveniently located to restaurants and grocery stores. The river not too far away either! Comfy beds with lots of space. We had a nice short visit! We hope to be back:)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren G.

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

Great Location to All Springs!

This is our second year with my grandchildren - 10, 6 & 12. The layout of the house is perfect for adults and children with a large dog. The fenced in back yard is great for Odie and the surrounding neighborhood is a nice walk to antique shops. Publix, Swampy's and The Blue Run is 5 minutes away. KP Hole and the beautiful Rainbow Springs are 10 minutes. Ginnie Springs a short 50 minutes and Weekie Wachie is 45 minutes. Perfect location! We'll be back in 2026 for another run of the springs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Sweet vintage house

Very cute. Three good size beds. Lots of thought went into decor, bedding. House is beautiful and very clean. Nice yard for the fur babies. Close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gail H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Girls trip

The property was as the description described. The location was conveniently located, however the road noise was loud. The property renovations seemed unfinished, could use some cleaning of doors and walls. The mattresses in front and middle bedroom need replaced. The kitchen had a good selection of tools. The yard could use some attention.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Davy S.

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

wonderful

Great stay for two nights and close to the river where we rented a boat. It was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter K.

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

Simple place to stay

Fair
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lida H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Quaint but inadequate

Nicely decorated, beautiful new shower but not conveniently located to a bedroom. The best bed in the house is a double with a tiny bathroom. The middle bed is awfully uncomfortable. No way 8 people could stay here. The patio is a joke the only coffee maker is a Keurig & there are no ice trays — no ice maker either. The new managers are very helpful and eager to please!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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