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Retro River Pad

Vacation home near Rainbow Springs State Park in Dunnellon

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A room with a sliding glass door leading to a balcony. Inside, there is a table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A room with a red door, a window with a view of trees, and a chair.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, a dresser, and a mirror.
A small, single-story building with a porch, large windows, and a fenced yard.
A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Dunnellon, FL
  • Place, Rainbow Springs State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Rainbow River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, World Equestrian Center – Ocala
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the area

Dunnellon

In Dunnellon .You'll find Rainbow Springs State Park and Rainbow River within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Also, K.P. Hole County Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Blue Run of Dunnellon Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rainbow Springs State Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rainbow River - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
  • World Equestrian Center – Ocala - 20 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Three Sisters Springs - 36 min drive - 40.0 km
  • Silver Springs State Park - 46 min drive - 56.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Thirsty Turtle Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Riviera Maya - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Front Porch Restaurant & Pie - ‬8 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.

Retro River Pad

Mid century theme, cute cozy and clean! Across the road from "Rainbow Springs State Park", headsprings of Rainbow river! 2 Golf Courses within 2 miles, centrally located between Gainesville, Tampa and Orlando but only 30 min to Crystal River, winter home of the Manatees.
Large, private fenced in yard, a real home away from home!

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events 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
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Retro River Pad have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Retro River Pad offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Retro River Pad?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Retro River Pad?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Retro River Pad?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Retro River Pad have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Retro River Pad have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Retro River Pad to downtown Dunnellon?

This vacation home is 3.6 mi away from Dunnellon.

Retro River Pad Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We used the Retro River Pad as a place to stay while touring the area. House was clean and quiet. We would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alexander P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a nice place to stay really close to the springs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very responsive host. Any issue was promptly attended to. We liked the sunny windows and porch. Very cute house. Very close to 2 places for canoeing and river excursions
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, good communication, comfortable bed
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany F.

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

Had a great time

Great place to stay . My family had a great time & the host lisa was amazing . We will definitely visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Duane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at the Retro River Pad. It had everything we needed and the fenced backyard was great for our dog. Great location, Rainbow Springs State Park minutes away. We will definitely stay here again. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristy J.

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

River Retreat

We stayed for 3 nights and it was a great home away from home experience. Had everything you needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

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

Good vibe at the retro river pad

Nice clean house, and a great location to paddle the rainbow river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne B.

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

Clean and Comfy

We had to make travel plans on the road from Virginia and finding this home was exactly what we needed. It was a very short drive to Rainbow Springs where we spent the day and then came back to rest before to dinner. Having a full kitchen to make breakfast and a quiet neighborhood made this a favorite stop!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katrina W.

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

Clean and neat

Very clean and neat. Loved the fenced in backyard for our elderly and deaf dog. He could roam around and stretch his legs. Great location close to Rainbow springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Retri Ramber

Lovely house, felt right at home. Even our dog felt at home. If I could I would give it 8 stars. We will be back.j
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

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

Rainbow River/Crystal River Excursions

Good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

laura p.

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

Retro River Pad ---Top Notch Experience

This house is amazing....cute, well cared for neighborhood with hilly lots and high enough elevation (100+ ft above sea level so a comforting hurrication haven.) SUPER well appointed and clean in every nook and cranny, the owners have restored this adorable 1950's brick home with love and creativity, and made the original tub, tiles, floor and kitchen super comfortable and pretty and clean. Fantastic place! Wonderful owners, very understanding during hurricane evac time that was hard for us, they made it easy. Thank you so much for having this cute, loving place available and so well managed and well done in restoration. Linens and hospitality details like kitchen and bath items very thoughtfully and generously done. Great screened lanai and nicely treed fenced yard and carport as well. Even great art on the walls evoking 50's and garden feel. A+++++
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Angie L.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025