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Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5

Cabin in Melrose with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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  • Place, Rathbun Lake
  • Place, Lake Rathbun Area
  • Place, Honey Creek State Park

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5

Welcome to IA Cabins, formerly known as Whispering Breezes/Winds. Overlooking beautiful Lake Rathbun, IA Cabins is home to breathtaking sunrises and sunsets. Currently, we have six cabins available for nightly rental. Two of our cabins are handicap accessible with accessible bathrooms as well. Come stay a night or more! Monthly rentals will be considered on individual basis. (No Pets in cabins #1, #3, #5, and #6. Cabins #2 and #4 are pet friendly with a $50 pet fee)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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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

About the area

Melrose

Melrose is home to this cabin. Prairie Trail Museum and Appanoose County Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Lucas County Court House and Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens.
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Melrose, IA

What's nearby

  • Rathbun Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Honey Creek State Park - 24 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens - 46 min drive - 43.9 km
  • Lakeview Golf and Country Club - 48 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Leah Bradley Park - 55 min drive - 48.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪K C's Landing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Krazy Connie's Landing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lakehouse - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5 pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5 ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5 ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5 located?

Situated in Melrose, this cabin is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Rathbun Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Rathbun Wildlife Management Area and Rathbun Wildlife Refuge Area. Lake Rathbun Area and Honey Creek State Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Erin K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Cute cabin, itchy bed and furniture!

Overall it is an adorable little cabin in a great location, but I do not know what is in there that makes you itch like crazy! We left a night early because we were unable to sleep anywhere without feeling like bugs were crawling all over us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

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

Quiet Stay

Perfect for a quick stay while on a fishing trip.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

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

Cute little cabin

Hosts are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

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

Great Experience

First time using VRBO. Experience was great. Place was clean. Communications with host simple.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam A.

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

Amazing experience!

Beautiful cabin! Very Clean. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Bobby and Melissa Hedrick

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