[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33750000/33746300/33746246/ce9c0e4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33750000/33746300/33746246/4b6a7e0e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33750000/33746300/33746246/4e0b6fb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33750000/33746300/33746246/f972abf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33750000/33746300/33746246/162f30da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In Citrus County, Florida, Rivers Edge Retreat offers a serene retreat with endless outdoor activities. Enjoy swimming with manatees or kayaking on the Withlacoochie River from the comfort of your own private dock. Grill up a catch on the gas grill and dine under starry skies while listening to nature's serenade around the fire pit. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51546 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard Rivers Edge Retreat is a private oasis located on the Withlacoochie river in citrus county florida. Great location to enjoy all the nature coast has to offer. Short distance to Ocala, Inverness, Homosassa Springs, Crystal River, and Dunnellon. Come and experience swimming with the manatees, tubing down the Rainbow River, scalloping in Homosassa and Crystal River, fishing on the withlacoochie and lake rousa., biking hiking, kayaking on the rivers, horseback riding, and Golfing. So much to do or just do nothing at all but enjoy and relax. My home offers you the perfect place to enjoy the privacy, sitting on the dock or in the screen room enjoying all of nature. You can bring your own boat and tie up to the dock or enjoy the use of two single kayaks one double kayak paddle boat or canoe available for free. I also provide two adult bikes and two childrens bikes for your enjoyment. At night you can sit around the fire pit and listen to nature sing. Grill your catch of the day on the provided gas grill and eat on the deck under the stars. The backyard is completely fenced and has two beautiful old oaks with huge staghorn ferns offering you plenty of shade. If you want some family fun try your skill at corn hole. There are many bird feeders so you can enjoy watching many varieties of birds as they come and go. If you choose to take day trips we are located close to Orlando with all of it's attractions and Tampa which is home to Bush Gardens. If you love to eat out our area offers some of the finest seafood in Florida. We have numerous festivals throughout the year celebrating our pioneer and Indian history and seafood festivals allowing you to taste all the local foods. I love this area of Florida for it's beauty and laid back lifestyle. So come and enjoy, relax, unwind, in what Florida once looked like. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Boat - Golf - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Unit size: 1,546 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53160000/53158600/53158583/447d669c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### High speed internet, bikes kayaks fenced backyard, pet friendly on Withlacoochee Dunnellon - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 101 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=53158583&PinnedHotelID=53158583&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116520000/116514300/116514280/6dc21c86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### private dock Charming 2-bedroom house with WiFi, AC in peaceful Dunnellon Dunnellon - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=116514280&PinnedHotelID=116514280&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34340000/34338300/34338275/8d604eb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake Front House with Covered Boat Dock, Great Fishing, Pets, internet, canoe Hernando - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 145 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=34338275&PinnedHotelID=34338275&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70590000/70588100/70588028/307cbc72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### River Retreats/Anglers Paradise Dunnellon - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=70588028&PinnedHotelID=70588028&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31510000/31502300/31502234/1ae2a7e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Access to secret spring, free canoes. 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A poop scoop is provided. If the yard is left dirty you will be charged extra. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Must get approval for number and type of pet. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed Small gatherings of friends 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 Note from host: small gatherings of friends allowed 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Free use of Kayaks Canoe Bicycles Book Now! Some February Dates Still Available. Book Now! Free use of kayaks canoe paddle boat bikes. BOOK NOW ## About the area Located in Dunnellon, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Spruce Creek Preserve Golf Club and El Diablo 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 Johnson Pond Trailhead. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Dunnellon travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunnellon.dx6350353) [View more Vacation homes in Dunnellon](https://www.expedia.ca/Dunnellon-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6350353-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C28.99932%2C-82.36512&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rUbj9BYA67y28kI7Sz1SXFMblZI=) Dunnellon, FL ### What's nearby - Johnson Pond Trailhead - 4 min drive - 3.0 km - Rainbow Springs State Park - 25 min drive - 22.7 km - Rainbow River - 27 min drive - 23.1 km - K.P. Hole County Park - 29 min drive - 25.5 km - Juliette Falls Golf - 33 min drive - 31.6 km ### Restaurants - ‪Sparrow's - ‬15 min drive - ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive - ‪Red's Breakfast & Lunch - ‬4 min drive - ‪Swampy's - ‬17 min drive - ‪Stumpknockers - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pet friendly free use of kayaks,bikes great dock and screen room fenced yard located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.4 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). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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