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New Rustic Retreat, Firepit & Games, Hiking, Boating & Fishing near Lake Rathbun
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 22
Popular amenities
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Moravia, IA
- Place, Honey Creek State Park5 min walk
- Place, Lake Rathbun Area14 min walk
- Place, Rathbun Lake17 min walk
Rooms & beds
8 bedrooms (sleeps 22)
King En Suite Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Lower Level King Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Lower Level King Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Open Loft 2 Queen Bedroom 6 Upstairs
2 Queen Beds
Open Loft Twin Daybed Bed 4
1 Single Bed
Queen Air Mattress Bedroom 7
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs 2 Queen Bedroom 5 Upstairs
2 Queen Beds
Upstairs Unfinished Queen Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Lower Level Master Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Main Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
New Rustic Retreat, Firepit & Games, Hiking, Boating & Fishing near Lake Rathbun
Book your next getaway to this beautiful custom-built rural rustic barn/house that boasts 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with a large open living room and kitchen and spacious open loft with more beds, total of 9 beds. This unique custom-built barn/house is only two years old, furnished and fitted with our guests in mind, Rathbun Rustic Retreat welcomes you home to thoughtful amenities for playing, relaxing and memory making.
Located on the North side of Lake Rathbun less than a mile from Honey Creek Resort, 6 miles from Honey Creek State Park and several dining options very close by. Multiple boat ramps close by for great fishing or ice fishing or a beautiful day on the Wonderful Lake Rathbun. We have plenty of space to park boats, boat trailers along with any size vehicles, ATV trailers, or RV’s. It also has an RV/Camper hook-up for those that have larger families and need the extra room! This space includes electricity for an extra fee of $30 per night.
Loft floors & walls are reclaimed 110-year-old plus Fir from the old Williamsburg, IA Hospital. Electric Heated Fireplace custom made with Walnut live edge slabs and reclaimed stones. Custom Spalted Maple live edge Steps with baby gate at bottom. Trim around doors is custom cut Hackberry. 50-year-old lighted signs, new old gutters inside & neat old boat motor. Tons of old rustic charm!
King Ensuite Master Bedrooms, 1st Downstairs King Bedroom, 2nd Downstairs King Bedroom, 1st Upstairs Queen Bedroom (unfinished room), 2nd Upstairs 2 Queen Bedrooms, Open Loft Room with 2 Queen beds, Open Loft 1 Twin Daybed & Queen Air Mattress Available per request to put in Living room floor. Pack N Play
Large patio outside with table chairs to enjoy beautiful evenings. Fire-Pit with wood provided plus chairs & benches to enjoy evenings outside. Charcoal Grill with charcoal & lighter fluid provided and Blackstone Griddle with 2 propane tanks provided.
Come enjoy & Make Lots of Memories!
*Only booked guests are allowed on the property. Only neighborly guests should book.
Comfortable Sleeping for 16 plus
Abundance of Pillows and Blankets
Hotel Quality Bedding and Towels
Queen Air Mattresses
Maximum 16 guest per nightly rate
$100 each guest beyond 16
Up to 22 plus total Guest allowed with fee
Additional Queen Air Mattress Available per Request
2 Hair Dryers
Ceiling Fans & Floor Fans
Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap
Washer and Dryer laundry soap
Toilet Paper and Paper Towels starter sets
3-50 in Smart TVs
Electric Fireplace
Fully Stocked Kitchen
4 ft Kitchen Island
Coffee, olive oil, salt and pepper, tea, decaf coffee, hot chocolate, drink packets for water
2 Refrigerators, 1 with ice and water in door
Dish soap, laundry detergent, hand soap, starter sets
Games
Shuffleboard Table
Beach Towels 20 provided
Boat or PWC Trailer parking
Trailer Parking
Camper/RV hook up for more staying space $40 per night electrical.
Charcoal Grill charcoal & lighter fluid provided.
Blackstone 2 full tanks provided.
Firepit Wood provided.
Outdoor Patio Heater
Fire-pit chairs & benches provided
No Fireworks allowed Outdoor seating-large deck and patio
Boat and water toy rental near by at Honey Creek Resort and Rathbun Lake Marina
Baby Gate on stairs
Pack n Play
Three outdoor security cameras
Close to Rathbun Lake and a beautiful location on the main highway! Please visit us on F a c e b o o k at Rathbun Rustic Retreat to book privately at a better rate. We can’t wait to welcome you home!
Located on the North side of Lake Rathbun less than a mile from Honey Creek Resort, 6 miles from Honey Creek State Park and several dining options very close by. Multiple boat ramps close by for great fishing or ice fishing or a beautiful day on the Wonderful Lake Rathbun. We have plenty of space to park boats, boat trailers along with any size vehicles, ATV trailers, or RV’s. It also has an RV/Camper hook-up for those that have larger families and need the extra room! This space includes electricity for an extra fee of $30 per night.
Loft floors & walls are reclaimed 110-year-old plus Fir from the old Williamsburg, IA Hospital. Electric Heated Fireplace custom made with Walnut live edge slabs and reclaimed stones. Custom Spalted Maple live edge Steps with baby gate at bottom. Trim around doors is custom cut Hackberry. 50-year-old lighted signs, new old gutters inside & neat old boat motor. Tons of old rustic charm!
King Ensuite Master Bedrooms, 1st Downstairs King Bedroom, 2nd Downstairs King Bedroom, 1st Upstairs Queen Bedroom (unfinished room), 2nd Upstairs 2 Queen Bedrooms, Open Loft Room with 2 Queen beds, Open Loft 1 Twin Daybed & Queen Air Mattress Available per request to put in Living room floor. Pack N Play
Large patio outside with table chairs to enjoy beautiful evenings. Fire-Pit with wood provided plus chairs & benches to enjoy evenings outside. Charcoal Grill with charcoal & lighter fluid provided and Blackstone Griddle with 2 propane tanks provided.
Come enjoy & Make Lots of Memories!
*Only booked guests are allowed on the property. Only neighborly guests should book.
Comfortable Sleeping for 16 plus
Abundance of Pillows and Blankets
Hotel Quality Bedding and Towels
Queen Air Mattresses
Maximum 16 guest per nightly rate
$100 each guest beyond 16
Up to 22 plus total Guest allowed with fee
Additional Queen Air Mattress Available per Request
2 Hair Dryers
Ceiling Fans & Floor Fans
Shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap
Washer and Dryer laundry soap
Toilet Paper and Paper Towels starter sets
3-50 in Smart TVs
Electric Fireplace
Fully Stocked Kitchen
4 ft Kitchen Island
Coffee, olive oil, salt and pepper, tea, decaf coffee, hot chocolate, drink packets for water
2 Refrigerators, 1 with ice and water in door
Dish soap, laundry detergent, hand soap, starter sets
Games
Shuffleboard Table
Beach Towels 20 provided
Boat or PWC Trailer parking
Trailer Parking
Camper/RV hook up for more staying space $40 per night electrical.
Charcoal Grill charcoal & lighter fluid provided.
Blackstone 2 full tanks provided.
Firepit Wood provided.
Outdoor Patio Heater
Fire-pit chairs & benches provided
No Fireworks allowed Outdoor seating-large deck and patio
Boat and water toy rental near by at Honey Creek Resort and Rathbun Lake Marina
Baby Gate on stairs
Pack n Play
Three outdoor security cameras
Close to Rathbun Lake and a beautiful location on the main highway! Please visit us on F a c e b o o k at Rathbun Rustic Retreat to book privately at a better rate. We can’t wait to welcome you home!
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Additional cleanup fees and prior approval
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Note from host: Additional cleanup fees and prior approval
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Moravia
Located in Moravia, this holiday home is in a rural area and near a water park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Honey Creek State Park and Lake Rathbun Area, while Monroe County Historical Museum and The Majestic Theater are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Moravia, IA
What's nearby
- Honey Creek State Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Lake Rathbun Area - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Rathbun Lake - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Bridge View Center - 52 min drive - 71.6 km
- Lake Thunderhead - 57 min drive - 76.1 km
Restaurants
- A Mexican Affair - 10 min drive
- The Red Barn - 9 min drive
- The Cocktails - 12 min drive
- Louie's On The Lake - 13 min drive
- Lake Shore Lounge - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Check-in
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Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.2/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
7 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
rayne d.
16 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place for traveling family to wedding
rayne d.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matt H.
25 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large group stay
Matt H.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Catherine K.
12 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Catherine K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelley S.
9 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FAMILY GET TOGETHER
Shelley S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Donald V.
24 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing trip
Donald V.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark S.
11 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Boys get away
Mark S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie K.
16 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend
Julie K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Holly R.
22 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious property for large group close to lake
Holly R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dawn T.
2 May, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend
Dawn T.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Don and Kim G.
24 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th Anniversary Get-Away
Don and Kim G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Janet L.
19 Aug, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Janet Leader family
Janet L.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Kimberly W.
23 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Multi-Gen Fam Wkend
Kimberly W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Stephanie L Dowdy
We are located near Albia, IA we own several small businesses, including Double D Repair, 16 years going strong, Rathbun Rustic Retreat, 3rd year, Dowdy Farms Scottish Highland Cattle, 6 years, Dowdy Farms English Mastiffs, 26 years plus! We have 4 beautiful kids who help us with all we do on the farm and at Rathbun Rustic Retreat.
Why they chose this property
Close to Rathbun Lake and a beautiful location on the main highway! Please visit us on F a c e b o o k at Rathbun Rustic Retreat to book privately at a better rate. We can’t wait to welcome you home!
What makes this property unique
Rustic built barn/shed home! Beautiful built with unique items and 100 plus year old repurpose wood.
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