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Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Exterior
Terrace/patio
TV, books
3 bedrooms, desk, free internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81273 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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 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 fun-filled 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 --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- 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

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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

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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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Property is also known as

481895

About the area

Map
Dunnellon, Florida

What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Aquatic Wilderness Adventures - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • K.P. Hole County Park - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Juliette Falls Golf - 11 min drive - 12.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Swampy's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, pets are allowed at this 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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated in Dunnellon, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Rainbow River and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Rainbow Springs State Park. Aquatic Wilderness Adventures and Lake Rousseau are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Walk to River & Shops: Downtown Dunnellon Escape Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Traci A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Thea C.

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
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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

10/10 Excellent

Jason E., Valrico, Florida

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott J., Nashville, TN USA

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

10/10 Excellent

angela m.

Cute place
We enjoyed our stay . Inside very clean . Location great . Host was very responsive with communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

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

8/10 Good

Gary B.

Peaceful
Quality
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tonia

LOVED IT!
We had a great 3 night stay. Precious house with lots of room and wonderful bedding. Even had a fire pit which we used 1 night. We walked a block or less to a local restaurant, no complaints at all. Nice area.
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Beautiful home in a beautiful town
My guy and I only stayed a weekend for a much-needed retreat, and this property did not disappoint. It's an old home, well kept and updated, to make it the most comfortable getaway we could've asked for. The property owner was communicative and helpful, and the home was stocked with anything we could've needed. Very happy and would love to come back!

8/10 Good

Craig F.

Liked: Check-in
Walnut Retreat
The home was well represented but backyard could use some help. Initial checkin was a big hassle but once addressed and resolved, the stay was very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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
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10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Cute and Cozy
We loved the space! It has a charming cottage-like exterior with a very spacious, cool, clean and comfortable interior. The location was super convenient right in the historic district of downtown Dunnellon. We were delighted to find an Artisan's Market just steps away on Saturday morning and enjoyed strolling the neighborhood after dinner. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Cute place to stay!
The place was clean and decorated very cute. Well stocked. Good communication by management. Only downside was that one of the king beds, which actually seemed to be a trundle bed (2 twins together as a king) had a big dip in the bed, and was rather uncomfortable to sleep on. The other 2 beds were comfy though.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

ginny h.

Dunnellon home
This looks like a DIY project. There are no dressers in the bedrooms and the closets were packed with “stuff” that made it hard to use them. The front and side doors are not square so there are large gaps. The location was good. Dunnellon has some good restaurants and great places to walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larisa W.

WEC Ocala Horse Show 2024
What a comfortable and inviting place to come home to after a day of horse showing at WEC Ocala. Only 20 minutes away, giving us the distance we needed to "get away" from "all things horses" but close enough for the early morning drive to get there. The people in town are beyond friendly. Shops are super cute. Rainbow Springs nearby was a great afternoon getaway for some refreshing swimming and beautiful walks among the little water falls. The home itself was cute, clean and comfortable. We will plan to stay again next year.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

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

Tina M.

Beautiful older home, new home love!
We had a lovely weekend stay, just to get away from responsibilities, with the intent of floating on the river and forgetting it all, which is exactly what we did. It's a short drive to the KP Hole, which gives you a 4-hour float to the exit point. Stacy, the owner, kept in contact for all of our needs and was very accommodating and welcoming. Amazing host! The house was stocked with everything we needed, and we could have cooked there if we wanted to. The town is very small and quiet and cute, no night life that we could see, but adorable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily N., Largo

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.

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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10/10 Excellent

Lena

Cute bungalow
The host is amazing. Very responsive and helpful. Home is cute and comfortable. Nice to have an option to bring your dog with a fenced yard. There are two small gaps in the fence so be careful if your dog is on the small side. The 3 bedrooms are nicely layer out. Beautiful kitchen and bathrooms. One shower is Huge. The host left us a welcome gift which was so nice and helped with a few small issues. Would definitely recommend and would love to stay again. Cute shops near by. Easy access to grocery store on restaurants as well as natural springs and parks. Stacey is the best part of this home. You can tell she cares about her guest experience. Home is safe and quiet.

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024