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7 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

7 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 22

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Moravia, IA
  • Honey Creek State Park
    6 min walk
  • Rathbun Lake
    14 min walk
  • Leah Bradley Park
    31 min drive
  • Ottumwa, IA (OTM-Ottumwa Industrial)
    48 min drive

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About the area

Moravia

At this holiday home you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Honey Creek State Park and Rathbun Lake. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a water park, a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Moravia holiday home include Monroe County Courthouse and Monroe County Historical Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Honey Creek State Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rathbun Lake - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens - 29 min drive - 29.7 km
  • Lake Sundown - 31 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Leah Bradley Park - 31 min drive - 31.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Louie's On The Lake - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Captain's Landing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Rathbun Lakeshore Grille - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lake Shore Lounge - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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. 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 & 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.

Amenities:
Comfortable Sleeping for 19 plus
Abundance of Pillows and Blankets
Hotel Quality Bedding and Towels
Queen Air Mattress Available per Request
2 Hair Dryers
Ceiling Fans & Floor Fans
Shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, hand soap
Washer and Dryer laundry soap
Toilet Paper and Paper Towels
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
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.
Fire-pit chairs & benches provided.
Outdoor seating-large deck and patio
Boat and water toy rental near by
Baby Gate on stairs
Pack n Play
Three outdoor security cameras

Property manager

Stephanie L Dowdy

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycles
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does New Rustic Retreat, Firepit & Games, Hiking,Boating & Fishing near Lake Rathbun have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Does New Rustic Retreat, Firepit & Games, Hiking,Boating & Fishing near Lake Rathbun have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is New Rustic Retreat, Firepit & Games, Hiking,Boating & Fishing near Lake Rathbun family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a water park, a BBQ and travel cots, it's no surprise that New Rustic Retreat, Firepit & Games, Hiking,Boating & Fishing near Lake Rathbun is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at New Rustic Retreat, Firepit & Games, Hiking,Boating & Fishing near Lake Rathbun ?

No, New Rustic Retreat, Firepit & Games, Hiking,Boating & Fishing near Lake Rathbun does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at New Rustic Retreat, Firepit & Games, Hiking,Boating & Fishing near Lake Rathbun ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at New Rustic Retreat, Firepit & Games, Hiking,Boating & Fishing near Lake Rathbun ?

No, only service animals are allowed.

New Rustic Retreat, Firepit & Games, Hiking,Boating & Fishing near Lake Rathbun Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 10 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We had a great visit! Everything we needed was there! They thought of everything! we had 3 generations / 7 subfamilies ranging from 2-77. Everyone was comfortable. Will stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

rayne d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place for traveling family to wedding
This was an amazing place for my traveling family from theer's wedding. The hosts thought of everything and made sure
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious property for large group close to lake
Perfect gathering space for a large group! The owners offered so many extra amenities that made the stay comfortable and convenient. Soft blankets everywhere, a large sectional for a big family to relax and watch TV, a cabinet full of games, a well stocked kitchen, full mirrors in all bedrooms, washer and dryer, well appointed and clean outdoor space and so many beds!! The owners are responsive and great to work with. We already look forward to our next stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Janet L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Janet Leader family
The weather was great! 11 adults, 2 babies, a 4 year old and 7 year old stayed there, grandson & wife lived close by, and son-in-law & wife stayed in campground nearby with their small dogs. Everything was comfortable, clean and kitchen was impressively stocked for every need. My only problem was with BnB booking which had my wrong address and never did get good info from them. The hosts saved the day!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don and Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
60th Anniversary Get-Away
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Rathburn Rustic Retreat. The owners are very helpful and accommodating and always easy to contact for details. We celebrated our parents 60th wedding anniversary and 80th birthdays while we were visiting and the retreat provided the perfect space for all of us to be together and make many new memories. Honeycreek resort and state park were both within very close distance and provided some nice amenities for us all to enjoy. It was a great experience and one we highly recommend! Don & Kim Good
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Multi-Gen Fam Wkend
Great time! The house was very well stocked w/kitchen & bathroom items. Was awkward to have an ensuite bathroom with no door. Guests had to use other bathroom during the night. Yard was huge! Garage was also used for indoor space during rainfall. Would recommend house overall 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family weekend
Very clean. Kitchen was well stocked with dis hes, pots and pans. It was a little further from lake than we thought but overall a good experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
FAMILY GET TOGETHER
GREAT PLACE FOR FAMILY GET TOGETHER THE HOME IS AMAZINGLY STOCKED WITH ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING YOU COULD POSSIBLE WANT OR NEED...THE OWNER WAS GREAT TO WORK WITH!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing trip
Awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
This home is stocked with everything you need! We had 12 women and we had an amazing time. The bedrooms and beds are comfy, the kitchen was fully stocked, the bathrooms have everything you need. The outside area is really nice. It was a bit cold out but if you enjoy a fire they have all you need for that also. Would totally recommend anyone to stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024