Title: Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia [See all properties](http://www.expedia.com/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=119313222&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway ## Photo gallery for Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway ![Terrace/patio - Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway (Mystic)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119320000/119313300/119313222/f4e5151d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway (Mystic)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119320000/119313300/119313222/ea602d8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway (Mystic)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119320000/119313300/119313222/7e6a5420.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway (Mystic)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119320000/119313300/119313222/007b4210.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway (Mystic)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119320000/119313300/119313222/3ef12de1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travelers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway Relax with the whole family at this 3 bdr, 2 bath home with a beautiful view of Rathbun Lake. Just 3/4 mile to closest boat ramp or \~5 min walk to water access. Home has a large screened in front porch that leads into the open living, dining and kitchen. Master suite has a king size bed with en-suite. Bdr 2 has 2 sets of twin bunk beds and connects to the bathroom which houses the laundry facilities. Bdr 3 has a queen size bed. Relax in the living room with a sofa bed for extra sleeping space. Backyard has a playground and fire pit. We hope you enjoy our place and Rathbun Lake! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### 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 elevator (single-level property) - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - 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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 neighborhood Mystic is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Rathbun Wildlife Refuge Area and Rathbun Wildlife Management Area, while The Majestic Theater and Appanoose County Museum are cultural highlights. [Visit our Mystic travel guide](https://www.expedia.com/Mystic.dx553248634983264005) [View more Vacation Homes in Mystic](https://www.expedia.com/Mystic-Private-Vacation-Homes.d553248634983264005-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C40.83324%2C-92.93392&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CTFxweHTiGZ8hovADcMNpHT3YtU=) Mystic, IA ### What's nearby - Rathbun Lake 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Honey Creek State Park 26 min drive \- 16.4 miles - Lake Rathbun Area 27 min drive \- 17.0 miles - Lake Thunderhead 48 min drive \- 36.3 miles - Lake Wapello State Park 50 min drive \- 34.5 miles ### Restaurants - Tackle This 12 min drive - A Mexican Affair 36 min drive - The Cocktails 35 min drive - Numa Station 12 min drive - Louie's On The Lake 16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway? ### What time is check-out at Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway? ### Where is Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Popular Rathbun Lake Getaway Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.com/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### kristen l. Jan 16, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A great place to stay! ##### kristen l. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Tena C. Aug 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location The house was clean and close to the lake. There was good information about the property from the owner. ##### Tena C. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim K. Sep 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Tim K. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - [Lodging](?equalTargetTab=tab-0) - [Flights](?equalTargetTab=tab-1) - [Packages](?equalTargetTab=tab-2) - [Cars](?equalTargetTab=tab-3) - [Vacation Rentals](?equalTargetTab=tab-4) - [Lake Rathbun Get Away](https://www.expedia.com/Rathbun-Hotels-Lake-Rathbun-GET-A-WAY.h75644299.Hotel-Information) - [Journey Cabin II](https://www.expedia.com/Centerville-Hotels-Journey-Cabin-II.h97005538.Hotel-Information) - [Luxury Cabins with two person jacuzzi tub. 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