Experience classic Florida magic tucked along the legendary Rainbow River — and yes, you just might want to stay forever.
Built in 1953, this warm and soulful riverfront home offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms in the main house, plus an additional bedroom and bathroom in the detached guesthouse. Cedar walls… Read More throughout give the home its signature cabin-cool, river-relaxed character — the kind of place that slows your heartbeat the moment you walk in. Tile floors keep things easy and comfortable, while the cozy kitchen features granite countertops and recently updated appliances. Each bedroom tells its own story: one looks out over the garden, the other opens to the river. Wake up to morning fog rolling softly over the water, herons gliding through the mist, and turtles perching on sun-warmed driftwood as the day gently stirs to life. The massive waterfront deck is just steps from your bedroom door — grab a book, a journal, or a cup of coffee and settle into one of the Adirondack chairs. Breakfast tastes better here. Rainy Summer Day, no worries, the enclosed oversized lanai overlooks the river - curl up, chill out, and just take in the scenery. Rain or shine, time moves more slowly here. That's the point. But we are in Florida, where endless summer days warm up, and the real fun begins. A waterfront slide, rafting, boating, kayaking, and the pure wonder of the Rainbow River await. After a full day of adventure, rinse off at the outdoor shower or use the convenient exterior entrance directly to the bathroom and bedrooms. This home is also actively generating rental income and is available turn-key — details provided upon request.
The detached guesthouse is a wonderful bonus, offering a comfortable living space with a Murphy bed, a private bedroom, a recently remodeled bathroom, and a lovely lanai overlooking the fire pit — perfect for family, guests, or additional income potential. Round it all out with an oversized 2-car detached garage for all the gear, toys, and storage you need.
Peace of mind comes included: roof replaced in 2020, HVAC and hot water heater both new in 2025, and a soft water system already in place. This home has been loved by every generation that has called it their own, and that sense of warmth and care is felt in every corner.
Perfectly situated just minutes from Downtown Dunnellon, Blue Run Park, and Rainbow Springs State Park, with easy access to Crystal River, Inverness, Hernando, and Ocala for those days when you're ready for a change of scenery — though once you're here, that urge may be hard to find. This is a rare opportunity to own a place where the river lifestyle is the amenity, and where leaving is the hardest part. Read Less
Courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS CORNERSTONE RE 352-369-4044
Listing Snapshot
Days Online
4
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Partial Baths
1
Square Ft.
2,046
Lot Size
0.58 Acres
Year Built
1953
MLS Number
OM722718
Additional Details
Property Access
Road Surface: Paved
Appliances & Equipment
Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Other equipment: Fire Pit, Generator
Building
Built in 1953, Living area: 2046, Living area units: Square Feet, Building faces Southeast, 1 storey, Levels: One, Construction Materials: Cedar
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior Features
Fire Pit, Lighting, Outdoor Shower, Storage
Floors
Tile
Foundation
Slab
Garage
2 spaces
Heating
Central
Interior Features
Ceiling Fans(s), High Ceilings, Living Room/Dining Room Combo, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Laundry
Corridor Access, Laundry Closet, Outside
Lot
0.58 acres, Dimensions: 70x361
Property
Other structures: Greenhouse, Guest House, Water
Roof
Shingle
Sewer
Septic Tank
Taxes
Additional parcels description:, Parcel Number: 34878-000-00, Public Survey Range: 19E, Public Survey Section: 30, Annual Amount: $10,675.2, Tax Book Number: 25-45-30, Legal Description: SEC 30 TWP 16 RGE 19 COM AT A POINT N 293.90 FT AND WLY ALONG A LINE 100 FT FROM AND PARALLEL TO THE CENTER LINE OF SAL RR 489.10 FT FROM THE SE COR OF SE 1/4 OF NW 1/4 SAID POINT BEING ON THE N SIDE OF A 50 FT RD AND BEING 100 FT NLY FROM THE CENTER LINE OF SAL RR MEASURED ON A RADIAL LINE FROM THE CENTER OF THE TRACK TH NELY ALONG THE N SIDE OF THE 50 FT RD AND 100 FT DISTANCE FROM THE CENTER LINE OF SAID SAL RR TRACK A CHORD BEARING AND DISTANCE OF N 74-12-18 E 60.95 FT TH N 25-45-30 W 441 FT MORE OR LESS TO THE WATERS OF RAINBOW RIVER TH SWLY ALONG AND WITH THE WATERS OF SAID RIVER TO A POINT N 25-45-30 W FROM THE POB TH S 25-45-30 E 404 FT TO THE POB SAID TRACT BEING A PORTION OF LOT 7 AKINS SUB UNR, Lot: 7, Year: 2025, Zoning: R1
Utilities
Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Source: Well
Water Features
Water Body Name: RAINBOW RIVER, River Front
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