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Lake Rathbun Get Away

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
TV, printers
TV, printers

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Rathbun, IA
  • Place, Rathbun Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Appanoose County Courthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Centerville

A stay at Lake Rathbun Get Away places you in the heart of Centerville, a 4-minute drive from Rathbun Lake and 9 minutes from Mystic Reservoir.

What's nearby

  • Rathbun Lake - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Appanoose County Courthouse - 9 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • The Majestic Theater - 9 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens - 10 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Leah Bradley Park - 11 min drive - 8.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pit Pony Pub & Eatery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 min drive

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!!!!!





There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom has a bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Additional Sleeping cots as well as baby are also

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
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

Lake Rathbun Get Away Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So clean and the beds were amazing. We really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was very nice andvthe hosts were great!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and family friendly. Perfect place to stay close to the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was well kept and the stay was great. It was spacious and fit our party well!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and easy access to Lake Rathbun!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great place

We enjoyed our stay, definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

steve b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We would stay there again. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kong V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our 2nd time here and we enjoyed it as much as the first time. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

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

Hunting trip

Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mirinda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and everything we needed was on hand. Where it is located was perfect for our trip. It was quiet and relaxing. Would LOVE to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great stay. Very relaxing. Would stay again for sure. Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Destinee F.

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

Amazing property!!

Large space perfect for family, has everything you need for long stays. Gorgeous interior design and furniture. Super comfy beds and bedding! Overall best stay I’ve had!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the property! It was very clean and stocked with everything needed for our stay. The beds where very comfortable and neighborhood was quiet. We will differentiately use tnis place for our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla W.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! We will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This placed worked well for our needs & the location was great for the lake & also to Centerville. I especially enjoyed how clean & comfortable it was for our family of 5. We will definitely stay again! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kong V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We've rented a few places down here and for price and quality this one is hard to beat. Clean house, updated appliances and furniture, and really close to the lake. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Levi O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and quiet property. Everyone was impressed in our party and have already talked about coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025