Family-friendly holiday rentals in Dunnellon

Woodpecker Treehouse Retreat

Take some time for yourself and enjoy the treehouse, you will marvel at nature, you will be surrounded by beautiful birds of different types, explore the place just 10 minutes from Santos Trailhead and 35 from Rainbow Springs. After you finish visiting Ocala and seeing its incredible recreational areas, enjoy our hot tub with hydro massage, relax in our hanging mesh, gather around the fire pit and make s'mores. Our Treehouse promises the perfect blend of nature's tranquility and modern comfort!

Barn Style Tiny Home on Mini-Farm

We have baby 🐷🐽! Scalloping Season! Tiny home on a rescue farm near springs, tubing rivers, and beaches! It is a refuge for fainting goats, ducks, chickens, baby piglets, an OUTDOOR hot/cold shower, and a COMPOST toilet. Adventures, fishing, while manatees, dolphins, and other wildlife can be spotted near year-round. Sit by a fire and relax in Adirondack chairs, hammock or at a picnic table. Bring water toys, kayaks, ATVs, RV/trailer, boats, and fur babies for the ultimate GLAMPING getaway!

2BR, Hot Tub, Kayaks & Games—Walk to Rainbow River

ESCAPE TO RAINBOW RIVER MODERN RETREAT: Perfect for Nature Lovers & Adventure Seekers! Welcome to your ultimate getaway in Dunnellon! This cozy 2-bedroom home is just a short walk from the Rainbow River and Blue Run Park, a prime spot for tubing, kayaking and swimming. Explore the natural beauty of Florida’s crystal-clear waters and enjoy the convenience of being steps away from local shops, dining and bars. Whether for a weekend or an extended stay, our vacation home is your relaxing haven.

Cozy Cottage. Surrounded by nature, not neighbors.

Our one-bedroom cottage sits in the middle of over 25 acres of the beautiful Florida Nature Coast. Even though we are secluded, we have all the comforts of home, from indoor plumbing and hot water to AC and Wi-Fi. Our TV has a Firestick, so bring your streaming accounts and relax night away after you retire from roasting Smores on the outdoor firepit. A fold out sleeper couch takes this from a 2 person cottage to 4 in just minutes. Parking is not an issue, even if you have a trailer.

Elegant Escape. 1 mi to Rainbow. Boat Slip.

Nestled amongst the trees on the peaceful Withlacoochee River is Elegant Escape, a 1-bedroom/1-loft bedroom/1-bathroom waterfront townhouse that is the perfect place for a relaxing vacation. It is just a mile from Rainbow River and is ideally suited to guests who want to golf, fish, bike, or enjoy water sports, as well as those who want to nature watch. Only 20 miles to WEC (World Equestrian Center). Includes two parking spaces and a boat slip. Boat launch across the river.

Rainbow Cove-Waterfront on Private Cove

Welcome to Rainbow Cove Cabin, a private oasis nestled in a quiet cove away from much of the tubing traffic on the Rainbow River but only seconds to the open Rainbow River with the kayaks included in your rental. You can also bring your boat and tie to our private dock and enjoy the 5.7 miles of pristine crystal clear Rainbow River. Although not a direct view of Rainbow River, our beautiful private waterfront cove directly adjoins Rainbow River for a memorable vacation.

Crystal River Tiny Cottage

Get away from it all! Our tiny cottage (The Lilly) is available only. These 2 cottages are located on 1 acre. Each cottage features a fenced back yard. Nestled between the cottages is the court yard. Hot tub pending repair. Layout: Studio style, 2 Lofts- storage & lounge. Well water, star link internet, Roku . Bring your boat(s)/ sxs/ atvs. We are located 15 mins to Lake Rousseau, Gulf, Three Sisters Springs, & Rainbow River. In the country.

Gracie's Morning Glory Guesthouse

King bed studio with no added cleaning fee. Come and relax in this peaceful, private space with a king memory foam bed, 65 inch Smart TV, and a spacious bathroom with tub and shower. Full size frig, Keurig coffee station and microwave. Located in the historic district, we are within walking distance to quaint downtown Dunnellon, 4 miles to beautiful Rainbow Springs State Park, and a short country drive to Crystal River and Ocala.

Yellow bird

Upon arrival read the local information guide I have written and start enjoying the “Nature Coast” of Florida. It is essential to read this to get the most from your trip. Use my kayaks and paddle over the manatees in Crystal River, fish the gulf for saltwater or freshwater fishing at Lake Rousseau, and take a leisurely paddle down the Rainbow River in Dunnellon. Kayaks are on a trailer that has a 1 7/8-inch ball.