See all properties
Entire home

Blue Cove River Retreat-Waterfront, Pet Friendly

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Blue Cove River Retreat-Waterfront, Pet Friendly

Property grounds
Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, books
TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

View in a map
Dunnellon, FL
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Run of Dunnellon Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Dunnellon

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Rainbow River and Blue Run of Dunnellon Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
View more Vacation Homes in DunnellonOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Blue Run of Dunnellon Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 24 min drive - 22.7 miles
  • Three Sisters Springs - 27 min drive - 19.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Gator of Dunnellon - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Blue Cove River Retreat-Waterfront, Pet Friendly

Take a step back in time and enjoy peace and tranquility at this incredible home located right on the Rainbow River! This well-equipped home offers the perfect blend of original style and modern upgrades to provide a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Offering 2 bedrooms, a small bunkroom, a futon and a sofa bed, we can accommodate up to 8 guests. The highlight of the property is the backyard oasis that provides a peaceful and relaxing space for your group to enjoy!

Highlights of Blue Cove River Retreat:

*Waterfront Property

*Direct access to Rainbow River

*Boat Dock Available

*2 Kayaks available for guest use

*Spacious-can accommodate up to 8 guests

*Pet Friendly-small dogs up to 35 lbs.

*1 King, 1 Queen, 2 Twins, a sofa sleeper and a futon

*Large well equipped kitchen

*Fire Pit

*Outdoor Dining Area

*Books and Games

*Excellent Location in a great quiet neighborhood!

*Much, much more!

PLEASE NOTE:
-The master bedroom suite includes a king bed, a bunk room, and a bathroom-there is no door locking to separate these two sleeping areas.

-The futon and sofa bed are located in common areas and do not have locked doors. The futon is located in the sunroom and there are no blinds or curtains on the windows to keep light out. This room tends to be warm given the exposure to the sun.

-As this home is located directly on the water, it is common to encounter wildlife and insects. We regularly treat the home for bugs and insects, however, despite our best efforts ants, mosquitos, spiders and other bugs get in uninvited. Please assist us with keeping windows and doors closed and properly disposing of all food items.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

Similar properties

Exterior
Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs
Dunnellon
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 1,000 reviews
$92 nightly
The price is $102
May 3 - May 4
Total with taxes and fees
Comfort Suites Dunnellon near Rainbow Springs

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking in home or within 20ft of door.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

Guests are required to sign a rental agreement and submit a copy of their ID to finalize their reservation.
Please be respectful of quiet hours of 10:00 p.m.-8:00 a.m.
$250 fine for smoking $250 fine for drug use $250 fine for parties

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pets welcome with applicable pet fee

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in home or within 20ft of door.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

orp5b6f42bx

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home in Dunnellon is within a 10-minute walk of Rainbow River and Blue Run of Dunnellon Park. You'll also find Rainbow Springs State Park and Lake Rousseau within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Blue Cove River Retreat-Waterfront, Pet Friendly good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring lake views.

Does Blue Cove River Retreat-Waterfront, Pet Friendly have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies at Blue Cove River Retreat-Waterfront, Pet Friendly?

Yes, every accommodation at Blue Cove River Retreat-Waterfront, Pet Friendly comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.

Blue Cove River Retreat-Waterfront, Pet Friendly Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Celeste H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We wanted something special for the holidays since our house is under construction from hurricane damage. Great location, great yard, great boat dock with ladder/kayaks/ paddles. We brought our own boat and kept it at the dock, so convenient. Lots of comfortable seating! One thing we’ve learned about renting on rivers is that it’s actually nicer to be just off the main river so you don’t have as much boat traffic right in front of the house. If you like it quiet, this is ideal. The yard is so dog friendly, brilliantly fenced before the dock so you can keep the pups in the yard securely.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M., Canton, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in a great spot off the river. My family had a relaxing and fun time. Paddleboarding or kayaking was so much fun. There is an abundance of fish and turtles to see. Saw a few alligators that were quick to swim away from the scary humans. The pic attached was not even a 10 minute kayak ride from the house. Paddleboarded from the Rainbow Springs State Park launch area to the house. Took 2 1/2 hrs with a 30 minute lunch/swim/river otter observation break.Fishing from the dock was fun. Saw some huge bass that was not interested in lures. Heard using live bait was best. Caught some bluegills and sunfish from the dock.Overall the home is clean, beds are comfortable, the toilet paper made us laugh, everything we needed was already there (dish soap, laundry detergent, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, towels, life jackets, towels, beach towels, decks of playing cards). My kids were sad to leave so that means they had a blast. Thank you so much for opening your home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

william e.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house and property are beautiful especially the sun room. I would have l liked a reasonable way to launch kayaks from dock, the three foot drop to water was hard, impossible for us to deal with. The second bedroom has the hardest bed, it definitely could be upgraded. Overall the stay was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This house was amazing. We enjoyed having the huge outdoor space. The house is in great condition and was plenty big enough for all 6 of us. 4 adults and 2 kids. The neighborhood is very nice and quiet. The kids enjoyed waking up and going out on the dock and fishing each morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jose b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house

Fueron unas excelente bacasiones en familia la casa super linda
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025