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Rainbow River Serene Garden House

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Property grounds
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Rainbow River
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Dunnellon, FL
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Run of Dunnellon Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rainbow River Serene Garden House

Enjoy the beautiful rainbow river & springs from our serene garden house in Blue Cove. Our house is surrounded by empty lots & is the embodiment of peace and quiet. We have a beautifully kept backyard garden, an enclosed lanai with outside seating and bbq - an outside fire pit hangout space, & a sandbox for the kids. The home is carefully decorated & is walking distance from Swampy's Bar and Grill, The Rainbow River tuber exit, and Blue Run (one of the most beautiful walking trails in Florida).

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only registered guests are allowed on the property
Damages exceeding the deposit amount will be billed to the guest and reported to VRBO
Absolutely no smoking anywhere on the property, including outside in the lanai.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2610784vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Dunnellon

Located in Dunnellon, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rainbow Springs State Park and Rainbow River. Travelling with kids? Consider Florida Aquatics Swimming and Training and Circle Square Cultural Center. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Dunnellon, FL

What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Blue Run of Dunnellon Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • K.P. Hole County Park - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 28 min drive - 34.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Riviera Maya - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rainbow River Serene Garden House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rainbow River Serene Garden House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rainbow River Serene Garden House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rainbow River Serene Garden House?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rainbow River Serene Garden House located?

This family-friendly Dunnellon holiday home is located on a river, within a 15-minute walk of Rainbow River and Blue Run of Dunnellon Park. Rainbow Springs State Park and Lake Rousseau are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

aimee m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and beautiful neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good host communication, easy check-in and check-out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rebecca g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect! The place was spotless and felt just like home, with every extra comfort you could imagine—from plenty of towels to thoughtful snacks and toys for the kids. Beautifully decorated, family-friendly, and in a great location. Communication was seamless, and the pricing couldn’t have been more fair. We loved every minute and can’t wait to come back!
Outdoors of home
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
While the house is not on the river, it's very close. River access is less than 5 minutes away. The house was very clean and comfortable. There were lots of places to relax. The kitchen was well stocked. Communication with the host was excellent. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis t.

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

Great get away

Really nice home convenient to everything
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House looks exactly like pictures! Clean and centrally located.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Rainbow river Vrbo

This house was as beautiful as the pictures. Accommodations were great, very close to the river which we’ve floated down the next day. Had a wonderful time. Highly recommend this place to anyone that wants to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorilee R.

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

Great house and location

The house was perfect. Clean and the location was awesome. We will stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william n.

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

Great stay.

Great location. Awesome house. Owner even sent over a listing of things to do and places to eat This list was much appreciated. Will definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shirley o.

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

Blooms

Truly enjoyed our February stay here. Azaleas were beautiful and watching the different birds coming into feeders and bird baths. Nice location for biking and exploring the areas. Recommend to all.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Andrew S.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
House was nice and clean inside. Definitely city type living. We were under the impression that the house was on the rainbow river. It is not. Not even close. Nothing really to do at the property. String lights in back were all broken and not working. Over grown and uncared for garden area was not impressive. Multiple cameras outside so limited privacy. Host charges 20 if you use the grill. I would not recommend especially for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mildrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent Property !! Quiet !!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My friends and I all agreed that this trip deserves a 10 out of 10 rating. We have stayed in many rentals together, and this one by far was one of the best. The home was beautifully decorated, very comfortable, and it was truly a vibe. There’s plenty of space for everyone, and the owners were super thoughtful of including things for us like extra blankets, tea/coffee, etc. Also I just want to add, that was the most comfortable bed Ive ever slept in in my freaking life.The garden was a super nice touch, and it gave us an extra space to enjoy. Super beautiful with the bistro lights at night.Owners were super helpful and communicated well, they also suggested a ton of things to do nearby which was great! Don’t forget about swampy’s which is the restaurant that is literally walking distance from the house, and it’s super cool. On the spring river, definitely a great local spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

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

Felt like home..

This place was so comfortable, it felt like home. This place is very well stocked, no need to bring anything. It is very nicely decorated, and the backyard is so inviting. Several sitting areas in a garden setting. I sat outside every day in the garden reading, so relaxing. Loved the swing out front by the firepit as well. We only had one issue; the gas grill would not get hot enough for grilling. We love grilling so we purchased a small charcoal grill for our use. However, Luke was very responsive when contacted. Couldn't ask for better hosts. Would defintely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 February 2023
Thanks for staying with us Joan, you guys were a delight to host!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah G.

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

10 STARS!!!

All I can say is WOW!! Everything about this trip was amazing! The house deserves 10 stars, unfortunately, you can only give 5! It was fully stocked with everything you can imagine. It was perfect for three moms and four sons. The beds and bedding were so comfortable we took pictures of all the sheets, pillows, and mattresses because we want to buy them for our homes!! It was the perfect location to enjoy the activities at Rainbow River and Three Sisters Springs. It was located near activities, food, and grocery stores. After long days of swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking the kids were able to come home and use the side yard for epic games of blitz ball or play spike ball in the well lit back yard. They also enjoyed all of the board games and card games that were at the house. The homeowner, Luke, responded to all of my questions in a timely manner and was very informative about fun activities and restaurants in the area. Overall, we had a wonderful time and can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Location, Wonderful House!

This house was so comfortable with plenty of room. We loved the furnishings, the nice patio, and wonderful backyard. Everything was as advertised but even better in person. Check- in was easy. We brought our own kayaks. We discovered we could put in at the KP Hole (county park) kayak launch but we had to be there around 7 or we wouldn't get a parking space outside of the park. It took about 1 1/2 to 2 hours to kayak down to the public kayak launch and take-out point at Blue Run which is on the east side of the CR 484 bridge (other side from Swampy’s Bar and Grille). Again, we had to be there early to leave our other vehicle so we could get back to KP Hole. Parking spots are limited. We ate at Swampy’s which served some great gator bites and fried shrimp. On another day, we went tubing at Rainbow River State Park (launch is located on the east side of the river). Also, we had to get there around the park opening time to get a parking spot. They often close the gates when they are full, sometimes as early as 10 am. We were shocked to find out that it costs $24/person regardless of whether you bring your own tubes. Be aware that only non-disposable containers are allowed on the river and it is enforced. The state park has a weird rule about no coolers which apparently includes any bag that is insulated. We learned the hard way. The location of the house was exceptional. Walmart was only 8 minutes from the house. I made an early morning run to get plastic containers and insulated water bottles (those you can take on the river). Swampy’s is located right at the entrance to the subdivision so it was very convenient. The KP Hole was only 13 minutes away. We had a wonderful time on our vacation. If we can’t get a river front place for a future trip, we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2022
We're so thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time at our place Terri! Your description of the logistics surrounding tubing the Rainbow are very helpful, we'll try to make some of these details more clear for future guests (so they don't need to figure everything out themselves!). We hope you visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Comfy and Luxurious

The owners really have thought out what a guest would like, or need. Everything in the home is such good quality it gives a truly luxurious feel to the visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bud T.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

About the host

Hosted by Luke Bugbee

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Hi! I’m Luke. My wife Juliette and I are young world travelers who love exploring new places, especially if they're tropical!. We have a young 3yr old boy who is the light of our lives.

Why they chose this property

We bought our house at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in order to provide our family with a tranquil refuge to escape the troubles of the world while the pandemic season raged. The house has been an incredible blessing to our family. Waking up to misty sunrises while deer graze in the front yard, drinking coffee in the lanai while reading good books, walking down to the river to watch the setting sun sparkle off the crystal clear water... There have been so many beautiful and serene memories our family has made at this house.

What makes this property unique

Our neighborhood, Blue Cove, is absolutely gorgeous and peaceful. Our favorite thing is actually to go on evening walks as the sun sets. The quiet breeze pushes through the moss-covered cypress trees in a way that makes you feel you're walking through a storybook. We have our 'regular' loops we like to take around the neighborhood, each offers it's own views of either our neighborhood 'lake', or of the Rainbow River.

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