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Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape

Vacation home near Rainbow Springs State Park in Dunnellon

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A kitchen with a central island, a ceiling fan, and a view to the outside.
A spacious living room with a large window, a sofa, a coffee table, and a chair.
A dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a white door, and a view of the outside through a window.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a ceiling light, and a framed picture on the wall.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink. There is a dining table with chairs and a hanging light fixture.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61273 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Dunnellon, FL
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Rousseau
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Run of Dunnellon Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Dunnellon

In Dunnellon .You'll find Rainbow River and Lake Rousseau within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Rainbow Springs State Park and Blue Run of Dunnellon Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lake Rousseau - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Blue Run of Dunnellon Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 26 min drive - 22.1 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Riviera Maya - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Two Rivers - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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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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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,273 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

481895

Frequently asked questions

Does Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape to downtown Dunnellon?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Dunnellon.

Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

Great place. Great town.

Good place to stay when you want a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Traci A.

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

Wonderful stay

The property is in a great location, clean, had everything we needed and easy check in and communication with host. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Rainbow River Weekend

The property was just the right size for our family...lots of games for the children and plenty of room. Accommodations where great and located close to everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

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

Great spot and very close to the River!

Great spot and very close to the River! It was perfect for our needs. Came in to go scuba diving in Rainbow River.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

angela m.

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

Cute place

We enjoyed our stay . Inside very clean . Location great . Host was very responsive with communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Nice place!

Very nice clean and comfortable place, Stacy was very helpful! Definitely recommend.
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter K.

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

Simple place to stay

Fair
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Work trip made better

The beds were super comfortable. Over all the house was very quaint, quiet and comfortable. Nice area for socializing.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

35 anniversary

We had a wonderful time. Felt comfortable lounging. Location is within walking distance to good restaurants and Grumbles garden center. Overall great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Min

2 nights stay

The house is beautiful decorated. It’s in a convenient location, close to everything. The host responds the question fast, Had good experience staying there. Thanks!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Went to visit the river

Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Great time with friends!

We all had a wonderful time. The house is absolutely beautiful great location. Walking distance to a few small shooed and eating. Short drive to the river and near to the south end of Rainbow River
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lorie

Wonderful home!

It was the perfect location, close to all the downtown antique and thrift stores and close to the river. It has an awesome backyard where you can grill and use the firepit. 10/10!
Verified

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