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SUPER SIZED 3 STORY RIVERFRONT LODGE WITH UNIQUE VIBES. EVERYTHING INCLUDED!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
9 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 32

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Dunnellon, FL
  • Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Rainbow River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • K.P. Hole County Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

9 bedrooms (sleeps 32)

bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

2 Queen Beds

bunk room

4 Single Bunk Beds

lanai room

1 Queen Bed

penthouse

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

8 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 7

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

in game room

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

in penthouse room

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

About this property

SUPER SIZED 3 STORY RIVERFRONT LODGE WITH UNIQUE VIBES. EVERYTHING INCLUDED!

Enjoy your own super-sized three story riverfront lodge with unique vibes. Can sleep you and up to 31 more of your closest friends comfortably. Explore Florida nature's way, with the outstanding crystal-clear Rainbow River springs right in your backyard. Lots of fun included here ........ kayaks, paddleboards, tubes, fishing poles, masks and fins, a special clear kayak, a rope swing, a fire pit, corn hole, a basketball hoop, an extra-large game room, and even a pontoon boat (don't worry about the gas....we give you a full tank!).

Can't forget the grill deck to delight the cooks with multiple grill choices..... charcoal grill, propane grill, blackstone grill, big green egg smoker, pizza oven.... and all charcoal and propane provided.

And if that's not enough.....after your river adventures you can get toasty in our big barrel sauna, and don't worry about the towels......we got that too! If you really need to work, we do have quiet areas, a desk, and good Wi-Fi too.

Almost forgot... one more thing.... There is also a private professional pickleball court right in your own front yard! You can sweat out a game and jump right in the river to cool down.

This is the place for your family reunion, corporate retreat, bachelor or bachelorette party, scuba diving adventure, girls weekend, or any other celebration. There is something for all ages.

Pets are even welcome to stay in the lower level of the house.
Plenty of parking space, even if you need to park an RV or a horse trailer. And there is an electric car/tesla charger also!

We are located in Dunnellon, Florida on the Rainbow River. Close to shopping. Just a couple of minutes to Juliette Falls Golf Course. 30 minutes to WEC world equestrian center in Ocala. 30 min to HITS horse shows in the sun. 30 minutes to Bubba Raceway Park in Ocala. 30 mins to Crystal River for salt water fishing trips and scalloping. And a 90 min drive to Disney and all the parks in Orlando.
Closest airport is Gainesville regional at about 35 miles away. Tampa and Orlando airports are about 75 miles away.

Now for the costs.....
The per night rates posted, and the cleaning fee posted are for up to 10 guests.
Extra guests (above the 10 included in the base rate) are billed additional $85 per guest per night.
Cleaning fee is charged per stay and is on an accelerating scale of, $400 for 1-10 guests, $500 for 11-20, $600 for over 20.
Pet fee of $40 per pet per stay for additional cleaning, and $30 per night per pet charge. (2 pets max). No pit bull or pit bull mix breeds, and we will need a copy of shot records from vet.
Service dogs are welcome at no charge, we just need record of the service they are trained to provide. Therapy and support animals will be charged the regular pet rate.
Highchairs and pack and plays are available upon request at no charge.
We can also provide shopping services, cooking/serving, boat driving. Just request and we will provide quotes.
There is always a 3 day minimum stay. Certain times of the year, usually during the busy season between April and September there may be additional minimum restrictions regarding days and number of guests.
We will accept reservation up to a year in advance. Cancellation policy is detailed somewhere else in this listing, but please know that we are always willing to accommodate any emergencies that may come up, and we can work reschedules out for you whenever possible.

And then there are rules.......
Number one rule is to just take all your garbage out and leave the place just as you found it.
No smoking inside or on decks, smoke in grassy areas and dispose of butts in yellow receptacles.
Pets must stay on bottom floor, not in upstairs common area or upstairs bedrooms.
Clean up pet droppings in the yard.
No loud exterior noise after 9pm.

The Rainbow Springs River is a national treasure. There are state mandated rules to abide by while enjoying the river and those will be posted at the house.

Things that could result in extra charges......
If you bring more people than you paid for or you invite guests over for a day, you will be charged $300 per person per day. (exterior perimeter cameras)
If you don't clean up your trash and take garbage to the large cans, you will be charged an additional $100 cleaning fee.
If you bring a pet that was not paid for, or more than the 2-pet maximum, you will be charged $300 per pet per day.
If it is determined that pets were in the common area or upstairs bedrooms (UV light checked) during your stay, you will be charged an additional $500 cleaning fee.
If there are cigarette butts or pet poops in the yard you will be charged an additional $200 cleaning fee.
If police had to respond to the property due to neighbor complaints for excessive or late noise, or any river violation, you will be charged $500.

Property manager

CAROL CARROLL

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Amenities

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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Events can only be attended by registered guests
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets restricted to the lower level. no pitbulls
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Must use provided receptacles for butts
Respect the river. Keep trash away from water. Try and use marine safe mineral sunscreens
Leave the home exactly as you found it.
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 32
Note from host: events can only be attended by registered guests
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

About the area

Dunnellon

Located in Dunnellon, this holiday home is on a river. Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins and Crystal River Archaeological State Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rainbow Springs State Park and Crystal River Preserve State Park. Aquatic Wilderness Adventures and Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training are also worth visiting. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Dunnellon, FL

What's nearby

  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rainbow River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • K.P. Hole County Park - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Aquatic Wilderness Adventures - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Juliette Falls Golf - 13 min drive - 11.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Thirsty Turtle Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Duffy's Pub - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Swampy's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SUPER SIZED 3 STORY RIVERFRONT LODGE WITH UNIQUE VIBES. EVERYTHING INCLUDED! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

Where is SUPER SIZED 3 STORY RIVERFRONT LODGE WITH UNIQUE VIBES. EVERYTHING INCLUDED! located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps away from Rainbow Springs State Park and Rainbow River. K.P. Hole County Park is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 92 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 92 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 92 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 92 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

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

You have to see it for yourself

Location is top notch on the Rainbow River. Solid dock, pontoon boat works great, kayaks for all. Best way to enjoy your stay. The kitchen has everything you need! We are buying a blackstone as we speak. We had room for everyone and so much to do. Hide and seek was amazing in this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawnah F.

Liked: Communication, location

We will reschedule our visit.

My family was unable to join me due to unforeseen circumstances. I spoke with Ray and he said we could reschedule our vacation. I am very grateful to him for this!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon B.

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

Great Location

The backyard is amazing- the owner/lister lives on property
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guildor G.

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

Old Florida Style

It was hard to get the kids off the rope swing and jumping off the back dock. When they did, they played hide and seek for hours inside the house while the parents relaxed and enjoyed ourselves. We did s’mores by the fire very night too. There’s a Big Green Egg for serious smoking/grilling. Great location on the river. Tubing and kayaking were awesome. We end every summer with a 4 day Rainbow River vacation and will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Y.

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

Amazing place

Ray the owner was very helpful through the process. The house is great for large groups and the river is beautiful. I would recommend for any family or friend group. We will be back I hope.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Jared C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

This was great place for our family vacation. It had plenty of room for us to all hang out inside and out. We were all able to slept comfortably in our own rooms. Their were also plenty of stuff to do from taking out the pontoon boat, paddler boards and kayaks that all came with the rental to the game room that has ping-pong, air hockey and foosball. It has a very large up-to-date kitchen with two stoves that came in handy for the amount of people we were cooking for. We also got A lot of use out of the Green Egg smoker and the propane grill that was there. The only negatives were we had no access to a washer/dryer and not all the room had closets and drawers to put our clothes away. We had a wonderful time and are already talking about our next family get together being here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cory P.

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

Fantastic unique house on the river, tons to do

All the kids loved the property and the house. The game room was a hit, every room was so unique but also well noise protected. Incredible property and good communication with the owner. Kayaks, tubes and rope swing kept us all outdoors during the day and the lanai area with poker table kept the night life fun without disturbing neighbors. Great week!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great communication with the owner, excellent place for a large family to get together.

Our family had a great time . Rooms provide privacy as they are spaced apart through out the home. Backyard sitting right on the beautiful Rainbow River.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

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

Unique home with all the perks!

This home is so unique. It is very large and like a maze, and honestly, I was lost for the first couple of days. You'll soon find out what I mean when you choose to vacation here. We loved it. The kids said this is a memorable one and their favorite family vacation ever. The Rainbow River is beautiful and having the kayaks, tubes and paddleboards, as well as the very large pontoon boat, to use at our leisure was awesome. And who doesn't love a rope swing. The kitchen is amazing. 2 coffee pots and another one downstairs. First time ever we didn't run out of coffee. We grilled every night. We enjoyed game time on the deck in the evenings. Built a fire for smores. We also were able to set up a badminton net for some family competitions in the backyard. The entire weekend is one to remember and I know we will talk about the house and all its quirks for a very long time. Thank you Mr. Shelton for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joy P.

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

Amazing Rainbow River Vacay 2020

Are we ever so grateful for following through with our stay at The Lodge. We had an absolute blast. The house is fun and the kitchen is the best ever; we so enjoyed cooking and socializing in the kitchen. The Pontoon boat, SUP boards, kayaks....wonderful! And the rope swing!! I never thought the kids would stop using it!! Oh....the penthouse...aka...loft room....my haven. Thank you Mr. Shelton for the fabulous opportunity to enjoy every moment of our weekend at the Rainbow River! Such a Florida treasure! Joy Marie Paradise Stuart, Florida
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

matthew m.

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

Great host

Really nice place, River adds many options for enjoyment
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Randy L.

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

Loomis stay

I loved the property. Perfect for a large group. Had one issue, No washer and dryer. I understand it wasnt listed on website but never dreamed that you wouldnt have them. If I would have known , that would of been a deal breaker.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dolly R.

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

Great place for family holiday

The home is very spacious, clean and the owner is very accommodating. We enjoyed the beautiful River view. Great cooking accommodations for large crowds. We will definitely be back. Loved this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ramona R.

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

Perfect Family place

We spent a beautiful Thanksgiving weekend enjoying the home and the river. It was relaxing and welcoming, lots of places to gather, and lots of opportunity to enjoy the river. Great weekend, great house for family gathering together.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

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

House of houses...

Fantastic, the house was excellent. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Golf and River Trip

I first off want to say Ray the owner was very nice and pleasant in getting us setup. The house was amazing and unique. It took us a while to locate all the bedrooms and get everyone situated but once we did everyone was happy. Great Kitchen and living room area. The 10 people in our party were very comfortable and truly enjoyed everything, from having a bonfire and roasting marshmallows, to taking the boat up river and tubing back down. Everything was great. We also played some great golf courses in the area each day. So thank you Ray and your wife for allowing us to rent your place. It was great and we hope to come back some day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerry L.

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

Cherished memories made on Rainbow River

I feel so blessed that Ray and his wife Dorothy opened their wonderful home to my entire family while we celebrated my parents 60th wedding anniversary. From the large open kitchen/family room which can accommodate a bunch of people comfortably to the ten bedrooms which slept my parents, 4 siblings and their families. But this celebration was planned mostly because of the Rainbow River, which did not disappoint at all! The night of the anniversary celebration my parents renewed their vows on the covered deck overlooking the river and it was absolutely beautiful, not a dry eye to be found. It’s difficult to put into words what the beauty of the river, 73° water, large covered deck where the kids jumped into the water, the dock, all the water toys you can imagine, including use of the pontoon boat, and especially the peace of the river, can do for the soul. This was finally a vacation where I didn’t feel I needed a vacation after. Ray was easy to communicate with and very thoughtful. You can tell by the way that Ray continues to build on to the home and caters to his customers that the home is a source of pride for him. My only wish for Ray and Dorothy’s wonderful home is that I could be there with my family more often. Thank you for the unforgettable time in your magnificent home!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lori A.

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

Great Spot for a Family Reunion

Our family group of 25 ranging from 8 months to 80 years old had plenty of room and plenty of fun at the Rainbow River Lodge. Ray could not have been nicer or more accommodating and helpful. He was incredibly easy to reach and always had a quick answer to any question. . We enjoyed pontoon boat rides on the river as well as floating on the numerous kayaks, paddle boards, and tubes that were provided. The rope swing was a big hit with both the boys and girls. We made good use of the fire pits and fire wood to make s’mores. And a fierce competition of corn hole ran well into the night. Inside was a well equipped kitchen where we cooked all our meals and enjoyed them in the adjacent dining room. There was ample room for large groups to hang out and plenty of nooks for quiet conversations. The game room was always busy. Air hockey was the favorite. There was a brief storm and power outage on our final night. Ray thoughtfully brought us with candles and battery lights. But, the darkness provided the perfect atmosphere for a game of hide and seek. This is a great place where a large group can stay and have fun together.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Allecia N.

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

Fourth of July Family shindig

Really Enjoyed our stay so much do do right here on the property we love all the Amenities this property provides. There is space for everyone. For those just wanting R&R many nice places to lounge and Enjoy the view of the Beautiful Rainbow River. Our family Had a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

An amazing Retreat for our team!

I brought my high school basketball team to this amazing house for 3 nights. The boys had a blast on the rope swing, tubing, playing cornhole and ping pong. The house was very spacious with plenty of rooms/beds/bathrooms for our group. I definitely plan to book again. I highly recommend this for any large group gathering or team/corporate retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deeny R.

Camp BaNana 2019

Camp BaNana 2019 at River Lodge on Rainbow River was a tremendous success! Lots of great adventures, lots of things to do! Great place to make memories, relax and enjoy each other. An all round great vacation! Thank you Dorothy and Ray!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

Great time

Lots of fun for the whole family. Plenty of activities on site. We will definitely be back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

madeline d.

Easter

My family and I had so much fun on the river thank you we will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bryce G.

Tons of fun

So much to do with so little time. I highly recommend this house for your next get together.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alain B.

Kayak Training on Rainbow River

Very nice and comfortable house for our group of 18 people. We had a very good time and . We had a lot of space both inside and out. And we enjoyed many activities, like paddling everyday on the river, going up the river with the proton, etc.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

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Hosted by CAROL CARROLL

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