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Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa

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A wooden deck with a railing overlooking a calm body of water, surrounded by trees and a building.
A room with a bunk bed, a desk, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.
A kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, a stove, and a refrigerator.
A gravel road leading to a gated entrance with a wooden gate and two American flags on either side.
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Centerville, IA
  • Place, Appanoose County Courthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Appanoose County Museum
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Rathbun Lake
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Centerville

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of The Majestic Theater and Appanoose County Museum. The vacation home includes a kitchen and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Appanoose County Courthouse - 9 min drive - 7.6 miles
  • Appanoose County Museum - 9 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Rathbun Lake - 10 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Centerville City Pool - 10 min drive - 8.2 miles
  • Leah Bradley Park - 11 min drive - 8.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tangleberries Cafe + Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬9 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.

Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa

Come unwind at our charming cabin nestled on a private catch-and-release pond. Start your mornings with coffee on the deck, cast a line in the water, or explore the mowed walking trails right outside your door. Don’t forget your fishing poles and firewood—the firepit is perfect for s’mores under the stars. With plenty of room to park your boat and just minutes from Lake Rathbun, you'll have easy access to boating, fishing, and all the lake activities. Plus, you're just a short drive from shopping and dining in downtown Centerville, IA. Kick back, relax, and make the most of your getaway in this peaceful Southern Iowa retreat.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. The vacation home also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Please leave the beds that have been slept in un-made. If you would like to help, we would love for you to gather used towels or linens and place in front of washer.
You are welcome to run the clothes washer and/or dishwasher, but it is not required.
No need to lock up the doors when you leave as we live on the property.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Centerville, close to Centerville City Pool, Honey Creek State Park, and Appanoose County Museum. Rathbun Lake is also within a driving distance of 4.5 mi.

Is parking available on site at Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa?

Amenities at this vacation home that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each house with a kitchen in some.

Does Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa?

No, you won't find house with balconies at Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa.

Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Skyler J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect and a awesome place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet peaceful property
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is very nice at the nd of a dead end road .I would recommend this property to anyone .The hosts Jen and Matt are very nice and make you feel welcome. My nephews and I stayed here and had a great time no complaints whatsoever
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was great and the location was perfect. Host was very friendly and accommodating. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Relaxing, beautiful verbo

It was a great vacation, super relaxing, and the owners are amazingly friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessie M.

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

Wonderful weekend

Amazing little place complete with everything to have a great time with you family away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimmy V.

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

Great, quiet, place to escape to

We stayed here as a place to crash for a night while in the area for my bachelorette party. It worked for what we needed, and everyone was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay so very much! It was a perfect get away during a family wedding close by. Jen and her family were so welcoming and accomodating. Their farm and home are just beautiful and my kids loved visiting the animals. Coffee on the frosty mornings on the deck was so dreamy. We will be back again to explore the area. A short drive to Honey Creek State park and wonderful hikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and quiet. Easy getting Rathbun lake. Very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely beautiful! Perfect getaway. Our grandson loved fishing in the pond. Everything exceeded our expectations!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

This was a excellent place to stay out of the way

The property is very well kept up, you get a little family farm feel, we had a great time sitting on the deck watching the fish feeding a couple of friendly cats joind us for just a few minutes. We spent most of our time on lake Rathbun fishing and enjoying the lake life.
friend David just had to catch a fish out of the pond.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luke M.

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

Exceeded our expectations

The whole property is very well kept and has a peaceful, relaxing feel. The back porch overlooking the private pond was definitely the highlight, it was incredibly cozy out there. The owners had even mowed some small walking trails for us, which was a thoughtful touch. We were also visited by a few friendly farm animals (mostly two adorable cats), which was the cherry on top for me. This place is a hidden gem, and I will definitely be staying again next time I'm in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here with some fishing buddies so we could fish at Rathbun. The property is great! You'll love the private pond and quiet location. Owners live onsite but they were wonderful hosts and had a beautiful property. Lots of room for parking the boats and the unit was clean and was an awesome spot for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026