[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/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) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75650000/75644300/75644299/w1335h683x73y0-f8e87567.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) ![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/ed044ccb.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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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 Located in Centerville, Lake Rathbun Get Away is in the city center and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rathbun Wildlife Refuge Area and Sharon Bluffs State Park, while The Majestic Theater and Appanoose County Museum are cultural highlights. [Visit our Centerville travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Centerville.dx55626) ![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 - 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 - ‪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 ? > Check-out 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 64 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stemwinder55 Jun 7, 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 #### Karen A. Jul 22, 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 #### Mirinda Jul 16, 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 #### Will S. Apr 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hunting trip Great stay ##### Will S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Koleen S. Jun 10, 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 #### Karla W. Jun 29, 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 #### Mom T. Jul 18, 2023 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! ##### Mom T. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy S. Jun 26, 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 #### Brian K. May 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rathbun trip Good area ##### Brian K. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew Jul 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This was a location to stay at for our groups weekend boating at Lake Rathbun. ##### Matthew Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cortney H. Jun 4, 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 #### Bob B. May 3, 2024 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. ##### Bob B. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David B. May 16, 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 #### Sue D., dubuque Aug 28, 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 #### Garrett F. Oct 6, 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 #### Carla W., Firestone CO, Aug 17, 2023 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. ##### Carla W. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joshua R. Dec 2, 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 #### Lauralee O. Sep 3, 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 #### Chris R. May 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic spot Would stay here again. Exactly as listed. Very Cute place. ##### Chris R. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clint B. May 19, 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 #### Amy B. Mar 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Adorable property Super cute property by the lake. ##### Amy B. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dianna M. Sep 18, 2023 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. ##### Dianna M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andi S. Jun 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great time! Great location to the lake, had everything we needed. We will be back ##### Andi S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William S. Jun 10, 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 #### Peggy S. Aug 4, 2024 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. ##### Peggy S. 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