Welcome to Villa Maria, a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom pool home tucked into the highly desirable Dunnellon corridor, just minutes from the crystal-clear waters of the Rainbow River and Rainbow Springs State Park. Fully rehabbed in 2022, this home combines modern updates with an unbeatable location. Whether you're searching for a private family retreat or a fully operational, income-generating investment property, Villa Maria delivers on every level.
Property Highlights
-3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Bathrooms — thoughtfully laid out for both everyday living and guest hosting
-2,452 Square Feet of comfortable, light-filled living space
-Private Open-Air Pool — a true backyard oasis for relaxing Florida evenings (not heated; pump-serviced and maintained on a regular cleaning schedule)
-Outdoor Firepit Area — perfect for gathering under the stars
-Low-Maintenance Turf Landscaping — lush, green year-round with no mowing required
-Fully Rehabbed in 2022 — new flooring installed throughout all bedrooms and bathrooms
-Solar Panels Installed in 2024 — energy-efficient upgrade that helps offset electricity costs
-Freshly Painted, Interior & Exterior — move-in ready with a crisp, updated look throughout
-Quiet, Established Neighborhood with easy access to Dunnellon's small-town charm and outdoor recreation
-Minutes to Rainbow River & Rainbow Springs State Park — kayaking, tubing, snorkeling, and crystal-clear spring-fed swimming right in your backyard community
-Private Resident Dock Access to the River — exclusive water access for a true riverside lifestyle
-Convenient drive to Ocala for shopping, dining, and medical facilities
Investment Opportunity:
Villa Maria isn't just a beautiful home — it's a proven short-term rental with an established booking history and guest track record, currently operating successfully on Airbnb. For an investor buyer, that means immediate cash flow potential from day one, with the flexibility to continue as an STR, convert to a long-term rental, or move in and enjoy it as a private residence.
Property Details
- Interior
- Ceiling Fans(s), Smart Home, Thermostat
- Heating
- Electric
- Cooling Features
- Central Air
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2.5
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Pool
- 1
- Pool Description
- In Ground, Tile
- Pool Features
- In Ground, Tile
- Exterior Materials
- Balcony, Fire Pit, Lighting, Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Sidewalk, Storage
- Pool Shared
- 1
- Acres
- 0.29
- Square Feet
- 2452.0
- Parking
- 1
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- Parking Type
- Garage
- Parking Garage Spaces
- 2.0
- Property Type
- Purchase
- Year Built
- 1989
- Foundation
- Slab
- Roof
- Shingle
- Sewer Information
- Public Sewer
- Utility Source
- Public, Well
- Utility Features
- Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Washer
- Subdivision
- RAINBOW SPGS 05 REP
- Community Features
- Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool, Racquetball, Restaurant
- Elementary School
- Dunnellon Elementary School
- Middle School
- Dunnellon Middle School
- High School
- Dunnellon High School
- County
- Marion
- Region
- DUNNELLON
- Zoning
- R1
- Original List Price
- $470,000
- Days on Market (Cumulative)
- 54
- Taxes Annual
- $5,500
- HOA
- 1
- HOA Fees
- 250.0
- Ownership
- Fee Simple
- MLS #
- OM728723
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