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HIDE AWAY RETREAT - RATHBUN LAKE IS 300+/- YARDS AWAY... FISH, HUNT, RELAX....

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Escape to the serene countryside at The Hide Away Retreat, a 2-bedroom haven nestled near Rathbun Lake. Unwind in the private backyard with deck and fire pit or enjoy quality time by streaming your favorite shows on a large Smart TV.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 681 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

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

HIDE AWAY RETREAT - RATHBUN LAKE IS 300+/- YARDS AWAY... FISH, HUNT, RELAX....

The Hide Away Retreat sleeps 6 people (3 people in NOVEMBER) with 2 bedrooms, living room pull out queen sofa bed and 1 full bathroom. The location is 300+/- yards from Rathbun Lake on a quiet dead end dirt road about 2.5 miles from paved road. It has a large, private back yard with openness and trees for family gatherings. There is a deck on the south side (front of home) and a fire pit on the north side (back of home). The views from this cottage are beautiful with a view of a filling pond and large field with visiting horses, deer, turkey, and other wildlife.

If requested when booking or a week prior to arrival, the king bed can be split into 2 extra long twin beds. The second bedroom has two twin beds. A pull-out queen sized bed is also available in the living room. There is a large Smart TV for streaming your private premium channels and an eat-in-kitchen. The entire home has been newly painted and has all new flooring. There is a new refrigerator in kitchen, as well as new utilities in bathroom. All of the furniture in the living room are newer and in excellent condition. We ask that our guests check their shoes at the front door to keep the cottage cleaner and in top condition for future guests.

The Hide Away Retreat is located in one of the most optimal areas in Iowa for hunting wild game, morel mushrooms and is only a short walk from the edge of Lake Rathbun, known for excellent fishing: largemouth bass, channel catfish, flathead catfish, black crappie, walleye, bluegill, war-mouth, white bass and hybrid striped bass. There are numerous boat launches that are easily accessible for all of your water sport needs, and many public hunting lands with game for every season. So, whether you are seeking restful family time away from the hustle and bustle of suburban and city life, or out to hunt white tail deer, turkey, geese, ducks and coyotes, this cottage is set up to handle almost any activity.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 870 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Check out instructions are provided in the binder on kitchen table. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

NO DRIVING ON THE LAWN! We added to driveway at entrance for trailers. Security deposits will be deducted for damage.
Please no shoes in the house.
No hunting on property.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the area

Located in Melrose, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Chariton Lanes and Lakeview Golf and Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Rathbun Area and Honey Creek State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Melrose, IA

What's nearby

  • Rathbun Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Honey Creek State Park - 21 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Rolling Cove Park - 43 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Lakeview Golf and Country Club - 50 min drive - 47.3 km
  • Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens - 53 min drive - 48.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪K C's Landing - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Dogg's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Krazy Connie's Landing - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Leap Day - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is HIDE AWAY RETREAT - RATHBUN LAKE IS 300+/- YARDS AWAY... FISH, HUNT, RELAX.... pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at HIDE AWAY RETREAT - RATHBUN LAKE IS 300+/- YARDS AWAY... FISH, HUNT, RELAX....?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at HIDE AWAY RETREAT - RATHBUN LAKE IS 300+/- YARDS AWAY... FISH, HUNT, RELAX....?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is HIDE AWAY RETREAT - RATHBUN LAKE IS 300+/- YARDS AWAY... FISH, HUNT, RELAX.... located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Rathbun Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Rathbun Area and Honey Creek State Park. Rathbun Wildlife Refuge Area is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) away.

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