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Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Living area
Exterior
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Dunnellon, FL
  • Rainbow River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • K.P. Hole County Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Ocala, FL (OCF-Ocala Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Murphy Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River

Come relax in Florida's Nature Coast in this eclectic, spacious riverside home. Take in the breathtaking view while lounging in the sunroom, hammock, or upstairs deck. Explore the wild beauty of the Withlacoochee River downstream from the Rainbow River and launch one of our kayaks or the canoe right from the backyard.
The space
After a great day on the river making memories gather around the fireplace and enjoy one of the many games or puzzles or have a foosball match. Cast a line and catch a large mouth bass, catfish, gar, or brim right off our peninsula with fishing poles provided. Challenge your friends and family to a game of bocce ball or corn hole. Cook a delicious home cooked meal in the well equipped kitchen or grill out on the high tech Cuisineart gas/pellet grill. Soak in the relaxing hot tub or roast marshmallows around the firepit. Pop a bowl of popcorn and enjoy your favorite movies or shows off Hulu Plus, ESPN, Disney and Netflix on the huge projector screen.


House rules
You'll be staying in someone's home, so please treat it with care and respect.
Checking in and out
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
Self check-in with smart lock
During your stay
12 guests maximum
Quiet hours
11:00 PM - 6:00 AM
No parties or events
Commercial photography allowed
No smoking

**Base price includes 4 people any more adults/children must be accounted for on the reservation.

We do not allow pets.

**If 25 and under please confirm with host prior to booking.

** Beware of alligators and wildlife. Do not feed alligators.
Guest access
The guest shed is stocked with kayaks, floats, noodles for the head spring, fishing poles, a bike to assist with launching a boat. A canoe beside the shed.

Additional rules
KEEP OUR RIVERS CLEAN!
There are steep fines if you enter Rainbow River with anything disposable, including wrappers! Please use the Tupperware and reusable water bottles and bags provided.
Do not leave trash, cigarette butts or have balloons outside.
WE ARE ON WELL and SEPTIC
The water is safe and delicious from the faucet. We just had a brand new Hydrogen Clean Water system installed. The faucet water is delicious, so fill up reusable water bottles and hit the river!

DO NOT flush anything down the toilets except toilet paper!

DO NOT SWIM OR FLOAT in the Withlacoochee River! BEWARE OF ALLIGATORS! You can kayak 25 minutes to Chaplin A Dinkins Park where Rainbow River meets Withlacoochee and you can swim there and of course the head spring!

Launch the Kayaks at the end of my peninsula, wipe down and place back on kayak racks when finished.

The Guest Shed is the portion to the back and the key is hanging on the hook by the front door. There are bags of pellets for the grill and an extra propane tank. You may use all items in the Guest Shed but please return items to their designated area, check off the check list hanging and report any broken, empty or missing items so I can replace them for the next guests.
Please respect our property and DO NOT take cover off or tamper with my pontoon boat. Also, DO NOT tamper with locked closets. And please DO NOT risk injury or property damage by climbing stairs onto the Florida room roof! I plan on having a contractor build an observation and sunbathing deck with railings in the future, and hope you will return to enjoy it!

TRASH DAY is very early morning FRIDAYS.
Citrus County unfortunately does not pick up recycling. But there is a recycling center 8 1/2 miles north on U.S. 41

Property manager

Megan Graham
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Respect the hot tub rules or you will be charged a penalty of $250 if it has to be drained, serviced or a new filter due to dirt or contamination

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Citrus Springs

Located in Citrus Springs, this holiday home is on the waterfront. El Diablo Golf & Country Club and Citrus Springs Golf & Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rainbow Springs State Park and Crystal River Preserve State Park.
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Dunnellon, FL

What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Aquatic Wilderness Adventures - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 7 min drive - 5.5 km
  • K.P. Hole County Park - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Juliette Falls Golf - 15 min drive - 14.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Swampy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pizza Joint - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Withlacoochee River Chalet Great River View, near Rainbow River located?

This family-friendly Citrus Springs holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Rousseau, Aquatic Wilderness Adventures and Rainbow River. Rainbow Springs State Park and K.P. Hole County Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

A Slice of River Living Life!

Our group of seven adored our stay at the river chalet! It was clean and provided anything we could possibly want! We hope to return for vacation next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chase F.

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

The Faso's

This place was beautiful inside and out! Great place to stay and enjoy the peaceful of the river in a great neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Slice of Paradise

Megan could not be nicer or better at communication! She was great!Nature is right outside yourdoor yet town is just 5 min away. We had kayaks, fire pit, hot tub, projector tv - list of amenities goes on & on.goes.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariel G.

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

Fantastic for all ages!

This was an amazing vacation! All the kids bunked in the room below (plenty of beds!) and the adults stayed upstairs. There is tons to do! The kayaks were much nicer than expected (the river is peaceful and pretty in that area), fishing, hot tub, TONS of games in the house for adults and kids, plenty of yard to play in, grill, fire pit….the ONLY thing is could say that is SLIGHTLY negative is the remote situation… seems like a lot were lost or missing, so maybe bring a Roku from home if an occasional tv break is helpful during your trip. That is such a small thing and not really needed during a vacation anyway. We LOVED everything about this house and will definitely be back! Thanks for hosting us and helping us make amazing memories!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cole S.

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

Amazing

The house was amazing. Hand down our favorite family vacation we have very taken planning on getting this house again
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

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

Nature-lovers' retreat with thoughtful extras

We spent Thanksgiving at this lovely house with our four adult children. The sunroom was our favorite spot, with a whole wall of large windows offering serene views of the beautifully landscaped yard, bordered by a branch of the Withlacoochee River. Other than the house next door, which was empty during our stay, the property is wonderfully secluded, facing the river and the back side of a wooded island, making it peaceful and private. From the yard, we occasionally heard boats on the main river channel but couldn’t see them. Lots of nature: hawks, crows, squirrels, and even a small alligator and a turtle sunning themselves on the opposite bank. The outdoor furniture with cushions, firepit, and hot tub added to the relaxation. The kitchen was a standout, with a cut-out above the sink overlooking the sunroom, so that even when cooking you get beautiful outdoor views. It’s one of the most well-stocked rentals we’ve ever stayed in, with every kitchen tool you could need and plenty of thoughtful extras. We highly recommend Rainbow River Canoe and Kayak, just five minutes away, for a 4–6 hour kayaking adventure where they shuttle you upstream on the Rainbow or Withlacoochee River. Seeing otters on the Rainbow and alligators on the Withlacoochee was a highlight! Publix is conveniently close, just 10 minutes away. The host was extremely responsive and proved that she truly cares about her guests when she moved heaven and earth to help us with an urgent need during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brain

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice River Front Property
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Short but sweet

Enjoyed the house, well appointed and had everything we needed. This was just an overnight trip but suited us quite well. If we get back to the area we’d like to stay longer! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

Perfect perfect perfect

This was everything we could have wanted and more. Pictures don’t do justice. The amenities the host provide really made the trip! We went kayaking, fishing, played board games, as well as fooseball. (All provided by host) the beach supplies came in really handy as well. So much to do at the house we only went somewhere to do something else twice! Absolutely perfect 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coleman M.

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

A nice weekend.

Great property with fantastic amenities. Very close to everything you're visiting Dunnellon for.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

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

Nice place

We enjoyed our stay. Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah S.

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

River retreat

Such a peaceful place, right on the river. We had the most relaxing time and It was absolutely wonderful. I definitely plan on coming here again! Also, Megan was so kind and very helpful if I had any questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

KL

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

Wonderful stay

This home is perfect. From the setting to the location. We had everything we needed. Hoat was very responsive. Would 100% stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rashel W.

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

Peaceful Getaway

One thing I have to say about this house is that you’ll never get bored. Whether you’re inside or outside. The house was loaded with games, bikes, kayaks, tubes, and even kitchen utensils for any kind of cooking and baking. We fell in love with the backyard. You sit in the hot tub and you feel like you’re one with nature. You have the squirrels by the river putting on a show every day, fighting over seeds and nuts haha.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz P.

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

Excellent get away

Thank you Megan. We had a lot of fun. Enjoyed the house, with all its comfort. Loved the location out in the woods yet near everything. We didn’t have time to enjoy everything that was available. We spent the evenings in the jacuzzi which was perfect for us. Everything was super organized and well thought when it came to supplies and games.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noelle D.

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

Great house!

The house looks even better in person, great house, great location! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

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

Beautiful get-away!

The house was lovely and the location was perfect. Lots of wildlife on a private river yet close enough to kayak to Crystal River and restaurants. Then add relaxing in the hottub and viewing the stars around the firepit-the perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monroe B.

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

5 star house on river

House was everything as described. Megan was great to work with and very accommodating. We kayak everyday, so we did not get to enjoy the house as we would have liked. I highly recommend staying here. We plan on staying there next year when we return.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

S D.

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

Katie's Wedding

Very nice home, we enjoyed our stay & would recommend it to others. It worked well for us as it was close to all our functions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful

The place was perfect. Beautiful and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

ashley r.

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

Great!

Had so much fun, thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edianay A., Hialeah, Fl

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

Beautiful river ‘s house

Very quite neighborhood, amazing views on the back yard. House was very clean with everything you need, we also enjoyed the kayaks , I recommend this place .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie M., United States

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

Best VRBO EVER

The host has EVERYTHING you need, kayaks, tubes, suntan lotion, FLIP FLOPS, fire pit, hot tub, to projection screen to VINYL RECORDS, foosball table, chess set as well as casserole dishes and iron skillet, mixed etc. We could not have asked for more, there was something for everyone, as well as just drop the kayaks in the water and paddle out to the restaurant to eat and then play around in the water. We will definitely be coming back, it was the most relaxing weekend. The back yard was so peaceful and it really soothes the soul. The baby alligator and squirrels in the trees were a joy to watch. The home was exactly as it says, the beds are comfortable and it really felt like home. I loved the extra touches and the soft sound of the coocoo clock was just charming . Very unique stay you don’t find everyday. Very clean and well taken care of and close to everything you need, Publix was a mile and a half away, as well as KP Hole was close to go tubing as well or hiking at the state park.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mason F.

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

Place is wonderful

We’ve stayed in a few places in this area and so far here has been our favorite :) Wonderful house on a beautiful property. Privacy as well as opportunity to view nature, while be close to everything you’d enjoy. Very hopeful to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Tosha

Quiet, peaceful, perfect vacation spot.

Communication with the owner was great, they were very helpful. The property is a gorgeous tucked away little piece of heaven on a canal off the withlacoochee river. We enjoyed taking the canoe and kayaks out. We got to see a few small gators, lots of fish, birds, etc. the property is close to stores, restaurants, etc. we had a wonderful stay & would definitely consider staying here again if we are ever back in the area ❤️

About the host

Hosted by Megan Graham

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