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The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa

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A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen area with a bar stool and a trash bin.
A covered deck with outdoor furniture, a TV, and a grill.
A red building with a covered porch, a grassy yard, and a gravel area with a picnic table.
A modern kitchen with a granite island, bar stools, a flat-screen TV, pendant lights, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Monroe County, IA
  • Place, Rathbun Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Rathbun Area
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Honey Creek State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Melrose

At this holiday home, you'll be 2.6 km (1.6 mi) from Rathbun Lake and 6.9 km (4.3 mi) from Lake Rathbun Area. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Melrose holiday home include Rathbun Wildlife Management Area and Honey Creek State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Rathbun Lake - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lake Rathbun Area - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Rathbun Wildlife Management Area - 9 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Honey Creek State Park - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Rathbun Wildlife Refuge Area - 10 min drive - 11.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dogg's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪A Mexican Affair - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Feehan's Pub - ‬10 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.

The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa

Located South of Melrose, and less than a mile from Lake Rathbun, this beautiful house offers a cozy retreat able to sleep up to 9 guests. With four bedrooms featuring 4 queen beds, 3 twin beds, and 2 futons. Two bathrooms provide convenience, while an additional loft space with two futon beds adds flexibility for work or extra guests. The cabin stays comfortable year-round with heat/AC/internet/all appliances. The house also includes a beautiful 46'x12' covered deck with ample seating.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 99 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 218 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

854858

Frequently asked questions

Does The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa?

No, The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joyce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Quiet area. Plenty of beds. Our first time with a vrbo house, if they're all like this, we'll definitely do it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026