Title: Lake Rathbun Get Away Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lake Rathbun Get Away ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75650000/75644300/75644299/9e88c2cb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75650000/75644300/75644299/a9d3253b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75650000/75644300/75644299/c15cca76.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75650000/75644300/75644299/ed044ccb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75650000/75644300/75644299/w1335h683x73y0-f8e87567.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Just a short drive to the marina, UncleGrandpa offers modern comforts in a fully renovated space. Start your day with a delicious breakfast just 2 minutes away at TACKLE THIS. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 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. 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Mystic - Pool - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=116809440&PinnedHotelID=116809440&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 ### 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 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 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.80152%2C-92.88934&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=o6Wgx5OpbpwYkubBu6FNwKgvLhQ=) Rathbun, IA #### What's nearby - Rathbun Lake - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles - Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens - 13 min drive - 7.8 miles - Leah Bradley Park - 16 min drive - 8.4 miles - Honey Creek State Park - 25 min drive - 14.7 miles - Lake Rathbun Area - 43 min drive - 21.4 miles #### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 96 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Pit Pony Pub & Eatery - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Eagles 2675 - ‬10 min drive - ‪Soulas - ‬10 min drive - ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬8 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lake Rathbun Get Away Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 66 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mirinda 16 Jul 2025 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. ##### Mirinda Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cortney H. 4 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location, perfect for family weekend A lot of great conversation spaces, clean rooms! ##### Cortney H. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karla W. 29 Jun 2025 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! ##### Karla W. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue D., dubuque 28 Aug 2023 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. ##### Sue D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clint B. 19 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My stay in rathbun The place was clean, modern, comfortable beds. All the comforts of home. ##### Clint B. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauralee O. 3 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family gathering Short lake trip with family, the house was nice. ##### Lauralee O. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William S. 10 Jun 2024 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! ##### William S. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David T. 8 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful and Updated Exceeded our needs and expectations!! ##### David T. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy T. 17 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Annual Fishing Trip Everything was as it should be, no problems, very nice property, owners we friendly. We all enjoyed our stay, just wish the fishing would've been better, but that's why they call it fishing not catching. ##### Jeremy T. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian K. 21 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding Everything was new and the place was clean and organized. Definitely a great experience. ##### Brian K. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith K. 8 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Accomodations. We were there on a hunting trip and had everything we needed plus more that we didn’t use. Everything was new and clean. Thanks for a great experience. ##### Keith K. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff T. 24 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The stay Had a great time. We lived in that area for 20 yrs and went to Lake Rathbun frequently, so it was nice to find someplace in an area we were familiar with. The only complaint is the outdoor sink was nasty. But great overall. ##### Jeff T. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William J. 1 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property to stay at for Lake Rathbun We stayed 3 nights while in area fishing Lake Rathbun. Kept our boat at the marina which was only about a 10 minute drive. House was clean, updated, and AC worked great as temps were mid to upper 90’s. Beds were comfortable and property had all the needed amenities. Highly recommend. ##### William J. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Destinee F. 27 Jul 2025 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! ##### Destinee F. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen A. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was a great stay. Very relaxing. Would stay again for sure. Thank you so much! ##### Karen A. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy S. 26 Jun 2025 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! ##### Peggy S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Koleen S. 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very clean, comfortable, and quiet. It is a great place to get away and relax. ##### Koleen S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stemwinder55 7 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Quiet clean and a great place to stay. ##### Stemwinder55 Stayed 11 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian K. 30 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rathbun trip Good area ##### Brian K. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David B. 16 May 2025 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.. ##### David B. Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Will S. 20 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hunting trip Great stay ##### Will S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua R. 2 Dec 2024 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. ##### Joshua R. Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David B. 12 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Upscale for fishermen! This is our second stay for a fishing trip to Lake Rathbun and it will be our "go to" place on any future trips. Wives would even be excited about staying here! Some of the deigner decorating maybe lost on us. Convenient for parking boats and close to the lake. Good place! ##### David B. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Garrett F. 6 Oct 2024 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. ##### Garrett F. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 29 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place! Very clean and comfortable! Quick response from host. 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