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The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa

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A living room with a black leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a kitchen area with a bar and white cabinets.
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 modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with a granite island, bar stools, a flat-screen TV, pendant lights, and a ceiling fan.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, black chairs, a dining table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with on-site laundry facilities for guests.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor furniture

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1 Downstairs

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2 Upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 Upstairs

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4 Upstairs

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom Downstairs

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom Upstairs

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 99 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5207805vb
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

About the area

Melrose

Melrose is home to this holiday home. Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens and Lucas County Court House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Rathbun Area and Rathbun Wildlife Management Area.
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Monroe County, IA

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
  • ‪Lakehouse - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 99 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Galley at Rathbun Lake Iowa located?

Situated in Melrose, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Rathbun Lake and within 9 miles (15 km) of Lake Rathbun Area and Rathbun Wildlife Management Area. Honey Creek State Park is 7 mi (11.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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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

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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

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Hosted by Brian McCoy

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