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Perfect River Retreat-located directly on the Withlacoochee River

Vacation home in Dunnellon with kitchen and balcony

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Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, THE RETREAT offers the ultimate escape from it all. Enjoy beautiful river views from spacious back porches and take in the peaceful Florida nights around the fire pit and lighted dock. With kayaks available for use, fishing opportunities abound on the Withlacoochee River, or explore nearby trails by bike or foot.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 463 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Perfect River Retreat-located directly on the Withlacoochee River

THE RETREAT

Nestled in a quiet friendly neighborhood in Dunnellon, this cozy Florida retreat will be your home away from home. The home is located on a small canal off the Withlacoochee River.

Enjoy beautiful views of the river from the spacious upper and lower back porches where you can view beautiful cypress trees, waterfowl, turkeys, and other wildlife. The peaceful Florida nights can be enjoyed around our fire pit and lighted dock after having dinner at our local favorite spot “Stumpknockers on the River” located 5 minutes down the road.

A corn hole game set is also available for your enjoyment.

FISHING/BOATING

The Withlacoochee River is the perfect place to fish for largemouth bass and a variety of pan fish. Fish from the dock or bring your boat. We have a large yard so there is plenty of space to park a boat trailer during your stay. For boat launching use Spruce Boat Ramp located 1.6 miles down the street. Additional boat ramps are in the area for launching at different locations in Dunnellon.

KAYAKING/PADDLEBOARDING

We offer two kayaks for you to enjoy the wonderful Nature that the Withlacoochee has to offer.

BIKING/HIKING/WALKING

Biking, hiking or walking you’ll be sure to enjoy the many outdoor trails. The Dunnellon Trailhead is located at CR 39 and U.S. 41 and is a paved path crossing the Withlacoochee River and running along side Rainbow River to Hwy 484 at the Blue Run Park a great trail to see many species including Alligators. There are also many other trails in the area to explore.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

The location of this home is the perfect spot to enjoy many outdoor activities, wildlife encounters, and amazing local seafood.

Rainbow River is a 9 mile drive (45 minute by boat) and is a 72 degree year round crystal clear spring feed river that runs 6 miles and flows into the Withlacoochee River where paddleboarding, kayaking and tubing can be enjoyed. With great restaurants including Swampys and the Blue Gator.

Crystal River is a coastal city which is another great spot 20 miles away. Kings Bay is Crystal River’s headwaters which has more than 70 springs which include Three Sisters Springs and Hunters Springs and flows out into the Gulf of Mexico. Here you can enjoy many activities including swimming with the Manatees, paddleboarding, kayaking, and boating. Here you will find lots of great Locally caught seafood that is amazing , our favorites include The Crab Plant and Seafood Seller.



***This is a one bedroom home with a pull out couch. The lower portion of this home is a garage that is off limits to guests and is for the owners personal storage.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Kayak

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 675 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Dunnellon, FL

What's nearby

  • Johnson Pond Trailhead - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Spruce Creek Preserve Golf Club - 8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Ross Prairie Trailhead - 9 min drive - 12.2 km
  • El Diablo Golf & Country Club - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Rainbow River - 16 min drive - 17.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sparrow's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Red's Breakfast & Lunch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Swampy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪armante's restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect River Retreat-located directly on the Withlacoochee River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Perfect River Retreat-located directly on the Withlacoochee River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect River Retreat-located directly on the Withlacoochee River?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect River Retreat-located directly on the Withlacoochee River located?

Situated in Dunnellon, this vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Johnson Pond Trailhead and within 6 mi (10 km) of Spruce Creek Preserve Golf Club and El Diablo Golf & Country Club. Ross Prairie Trailhead and Citrus Springs Golf & Country Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Perfect River Retreat-located directly on the Withlacoochee River Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Oh so cozy!

My husband and I took a weekend getaway from Tamp, and this house was so perfect for the two of us!! As soon as we stepped inside we were wrapped in by the coziness and complete serenity. Comfy beds, kayaks were incredible and having a cup of coffee on the back porch each morning was absolute perfection! The hosts were amazing and super responsive, and put the perfect touches and care into their guests with everything provided. We will definitely be coming back when we want another home away from home trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karrie J.

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

Perfect cabin on the river

We had a great two weeks here and loved it the washer and dryer were great to have as well our lab pup had a great time to!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Birthday

Great place! Wish I could buy the house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bert and Lisa T.

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

Perfect River Retreat

We drove over from St Augustine to explore Rainbow River and have a couple of nights to relax in the peace and quiet. The cabin was exactly as described, communication was excellent, and the location was just what we needed. We enjoyed dropping the kayaks into the Withlacoochee and allowing our pup, Izzy, to swim to her heat’s content. Our host ensured that we had everything we would need to make the stay wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Amazing getaway spot!

We had such a wonderful time at the cabin! It was so welcoming and smelled so good! You get a nice fresh relaxing feelingbwhen you walk in. The balcony was so perfect! We spent most of our time out there and wrre greeted with hummingbirds, squirrels and owls. In the evening we walked down to the doc and the water was so clear. They arent kidding when they say "swim at your own risk, we shined our flash light up and down the river and saw 3 sets of gator eyes (which we loved cause were born, raised Floridians). We didnt get to use the kayaks only but next time for sure! The cabin was easy to check in and out of and was stocked with everything we needed! Ashley was amazing and so sweet. We had a few questions but she was prompt to answer immediately. All in all we will definitely be back! For sure a 20/10 rating. Thank you again for sharing you cozy cabin with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

betty m.

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

Living in a tree house

We had a beautiful time- the first day even though raining was magical we opened the window blinds and we felt like we were in the trees with the squirrels. The second day was on the River but coming back to our little retreat was so warm and welcoming. We are all ready talking about when can we go back. It was a perfect time to be in area not to many tourists there and River was quite.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Bob S.

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

Not as advertised

The location was quiet on a very small canal. A few ibis feeding in the back yard. Other birds singing in the am. Nice porch overlooking the small backyard and canal. No coffee filters and could not get the coffee maker to work properly. Dark inside the cabin with insufficient lighting. Cabin is advertised as 2-bedrooms, but only has one bedroom and a pullout sofa in the living room. More importantly, the TV is a disaster. You must have subscriptions to Netflix, Hula, etc to watch almost anything. Very disappointing. Wanted to watch the NCAA playoffs. Could not. Could not watch CNN or other major news networks. Owners need to let guest know in advance that TV is unavailable w/o paid subscriptions Bathroom was clean Washer/dryer worked good Had to drive to a locale Circle K to get coffee in the morning Small coffee pods in the cabin produced terrible coffee, If you could get the coffee maker to work
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor J.

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

A dream!

Me and my Husband have never stayed overnight in Dunnellon before. Normally we just go to Rainbow river for the day and have to drive the long haul back the same day. That being said we have never had the chance to explore how beautiful the whole area is! And how sweet and amazing the local people and restaurants are! We felt like we were “home” all weekend long. This house was so extremely cozy and tucked away with a perfect view of the river right when you wake up in the mornings. We almost didn’t need to pack anything accept clothes food and water because they provided pretty much everything else for their guests. The washer and dryer was such a help after being on the river all day, they provided lots of shampoo and conditioner along with body wash. Lots of Coffee and creamer for the mornings (one of my favorite things was sitting on the porch drinking coffee when the sun was rising to look at how beautiful the surroundings were.) It’s perfect location for out of towners to easily and quickly get to rainbow river, crystal springs or kayak down to Blue Springs all in only 2 days! The hosts were so helpful with any and all questions we had about the area. They also gave great suggestions for things we could do for the days we were there. We plan on coming back all of the time! We travel a lot and this was definitely one of our favorite vacations we have been on together! We will start calling this place our home away from home! Hope to come back as soon as possible!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023