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Property grounds
Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Rathbun, IA
  • Rathbun Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Honey Creek State Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Lake Rathbun Area
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Lake Rathbun Get Away










UncleGrandpa properties were purchased in 2021 & 100% remodeled in 2022 with YOUR stay in mind.
***** NEW EVERYTHING!!! in 2022*****
5 minute drive to Marina
PLENTY of parking for multiple boats & vehicles
Comfortable beds, WIFI, well appointed kitchen
CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN
Perfect for weekend getaways, family reunions, boating, fishing, hunting, ice fishing, local events & festivals, wedding venues close by.
QUALITY!!!!!





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STEVE & PAULA KOPF
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Additional Sleeping cots as well as baby are also
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

About the area

Centerville

Located in Centerville, Lake Rathbun Get Away is in the city centre and on a river. The Majestic Theater and Appanoose County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Appanoose County Courthouse and Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens.
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Rathbun, IA

What's nearby

  • Rathbun Lake - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Leah Bradley Park - 16 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Honey Creek State Park - 25 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Lake Rathbun Area - 43 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Louie's On The Lake - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Rathbun Get Away pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Rathbun Get Away ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Rathbun Get Away ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stemwinder55

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet clean and a great place to stay.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, comfortable, and quiet. It is a great place to get away and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

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

Hunting trip

Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla W.

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

Two night stay

Amazing property. We wanted so space for our family of four to relax while in the area for a wedding. This place more than delivered! Excellent and would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

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

Great place

This is the fourth time (at least) we've stayed at the property. Always clean, always easy, always supplied. A joy to have a place to stay in the middle of everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

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

Rathbun trip

Good area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Great for fisherman

We’ve stayed there before and always look forward to coming back! It has room for pick ups and boats and electricity easily to charge them. Very comfortable for four guys. The house are always available if we need something..
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mom T.

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

Really enjoyed our stay. Close to the lake and it was very clean and comfotable.

We all enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a location to stay at for our groups weekend boating at Lake Rathbun.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cortney H.

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

Great location, perfect for family weekend

A lot of great conversation spaces, clean rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Garrett F.

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

Weekend Stay

Place is very homey and has nice amenities. Really enjoyed sitting on the porch and by the fire pit with my wife.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

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

Fishing trip

Very nice place to stay. Great location, and the owners were great to communicate with.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua R.

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

Clean and convenient to Lake Rathbun

The place was very clean and the location to lake rathbun is within five minutes. Owner was very nice and easy to get ahold of. We had no issues with our stay here.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue D., dubuque

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

Weekend Getaway

We enjoyed our stay. We look forward to going to Rathbun again and possibly staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla W., Firestone CO,

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

nice stay

Cute place. It had all the conveniences of home and we loved the quiet location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauralee O.

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

Family gathering

Short lake trip with family, the house was nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

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

Fantastic spot

Would stay here again. Exactly as listed. Very Cute place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clint B.

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

My stay in rathbun

The place was clean, modern, comfortable beds. All the comforts of home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Adorable property

Super cute property by the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

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

Sager Stay

As always, the property is clean, centrally located, accomodates the complete family, well stocked, with a great air conditioner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place!

Very clean and comfortable! Quick response from host. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Relaxing Summer Stay

Great rental property that has plenty to offer. Nice outdoor space for the evening. Clean property with good amenities. Close to Lake Rathbun. Easy and efficient check in and checkout. Would stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dianna M.

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

Amazing place in Ratbum

You'll immediately feel at home when you walk in. Clean, well furnished and very comfortable. Would make it #1on our stay list if we returned.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andi S.

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

Great time!

Great location to the lake, had everything we needed. We will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

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

Fishing trip

Car port was convenient for parking the boat overnight. Place was nice and clean. Had everything we needed and nothing we didn’t!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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