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The Blue Heron Hideaway- cute & cozy 3 bed/2 bath with Rainbow River Access!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Dunnellon, FL
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, K.P. Hole County Park
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

Dunnellon

When you stay at this vacation home in Dunnellon, you'll be on a river, within a 5-minute walk of Rainbow River and Rainbow Springs State Park. .This vacation home is 17.6 mi (28.4 km) from World Equestrian Center – Ocala and 21.7 mi (35 km) from Three Sisters Springs.
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What's nearby

  • Rainbow River - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • K.P. Hole County Park - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Blue Run of Dunnellon Park - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Lake Rousseau - 13 min drive - 8.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Gator of Dunnellon - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Blue Heron Hideaway- cute & cozy 3 bed/2 bath with Rainbow River Access!

Escape to the heart of Florida’s natural beauty at our cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation home with private neighborhood access to the Rainbow River. Surrounded by lush greenery and backed by tranquil nature scenes, this home is perfect for relaxing getaways and outdoor adventures alike.

Start your mornings with coffee on the back patio, where deer and birds often wander by, and spend your evenings gathered around the fire pit under the stars. Whether you’re looking to kayak (we have those!) tube, or boat, you’ll have easy access to the Rainbow River—perfect for water lovers of all ages.

Inside, you’ll find everything you need to feel right at home. The fully stocked kitchen includes cookware, dishes, utensils, and small appliances, making mealtime a breeze. Each room is thoughtfully furnished for comfort, with modern conveniences throughout.

This is more than a vacation—it’s a chance to reconnect with nature, unwind, and create lasting memories with family and friends!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and ecotours nearby. Recreational activities include snorkeling nearby, kayaking nearby, and scuba diving nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds, gather used towels, and store extra beds

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

The Blue Heron Hideaway- cute & cozy 3 bed/2 bath with Rainbow River Access! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The stay was exceptionally nice. The house was very clean. The community access to the water made the trip even better. You will not be disappointed. The host answered every question and was very knowledgeable about the area 10/10 recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nancy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jodi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family had an amazing time! The ability to kayak was a highlight for sure. Briana provided everything we needed to enjoy this experience. She was quick to respond to any questions we had, and we truly appreciated all her recommendations and assistance. She is an incredible host! We would definitely stay here if we were in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ketzya R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious home in a very quiet and private community. The backyard was lovely with the covered porch and fire pit. Especially loved the private park with direct access to Rainbow River
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

LAWRENCE B., Radford

Liked: Cleanliness
Five senior kayakers/bikers enjoyed two wonderful weeks in this comfortable, well-equipped house in a quiet neighborhood.  Kayaks and private access to the Rainbow River are major advantages.  The house is also close to KP Hole and Rainbow River State Park.  Withlacoochee and Crystal Rivers are a short drive away.  Three supermarkets and a wonderful seafood market are minutes away, as are bike and hiking paths.  The host was very responsive. It was a perfect stay for us.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Caite R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The blue heron hideaway was spacious, clean, and comfortable. The host was nice and attentive during check in (and luckily we didn’t need anything during our stay!) The location and surrounding nature were exactly what we wanted. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome host and awesome place! The river is fantastic. Loved the fire pit! Thanks again! Be back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lila M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was so clean and well stocked. We chose this location for the outdoor amenities and were not disappointed. Wood was provided for the firepit, the kayaks and paddles were in great condition, the back porch was a very private spot to watch wildlife and unwind. Filtered water was in the fridge, coffee and filters ready to go, shampoo, you name it. You absolutely cannot beat the neighborhood river access point and its proximity to the home. Every now and then you come across a host that goes the extra mile and this is one of them! So many special touches like a bottle of wine, flowers and birthday card really made our weekend perfect. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H., St. Petersburg, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful accommodation. Great location in the community with access to Rio Vista.. perfect for a weekend scuba certification. We mostly enjoyed sitting on the back porch at sunrise and sunset watching the deer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B., Wildwood, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great find. This home is very well kept, clean and tidy. It looks exactly like the pictures. The beds and pillows were so comfortable. The backyard is a gorgeous all wooded area. There is a fire pit, which we didn't use because it's summertime, but still, a nice touch. It's in a nice little neighborhood with friendly neighbors. The neighborhood has a private riverfront park/access which we used to get on the Rainbow River. Which was SO much nicer than battling the crowds to get in at KP hole. In addition, we could put our own floats in at this location. It took us about an hour and a half to 2 hours to get to the float take out point, which was the perfect amount of time. Not to mention being south of KP hoke kept us ahead of the crowds of other tubers. This neighborhood is close to everything but off the beaten path. We saw deer, wild turkey, and fox on the drive-in. This area is truly natural Florida at its best. Our host, Brianna, was extremely helpful and easy to get in touch with. We will definitely look to rent again when we're back to this area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property very spacious set up nicely
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025