In Melrose .A stay at this cabin places you within half a mile (1 km) of Rathbun Lake and 6 miles (10 km) of Rathbun Wildlife Management Area. Rathbun Wildlife Refuge Area is within 6 miles (10 km) and Lake Rathbun Area is within 9 miles (15 km).
Honey Creek State Park - 24 min drive - 13.2 miles
Drake Hall at Bradley Gardens - 46 min drive - 27.3 miles
Lakeview Golf and Country Club - 48 min drive - 28.6 miles
Leah Bradley Park - 55 min drive - 30.1 miles
Restaurants
The Red Barn - 16 min drive
Krazy Connie's Landing - 10 min drive
K C's Landing - 10 min drive
Lakehouse - 18 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
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)
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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: 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
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Frequently asked questions
Does Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5
have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.
Does Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5
offer free breakfast?
This cabin does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5
?
No, there is no casino at this cabin.
What time is check-in at Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5
?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5
?
Free parking is not available at this cabin.
Does Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5
have a pool?
This cabin does not have a pool.
Does Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5
have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cabin.
How close is Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5
to downtown Melrose?
This cabin is 7.1 mi away from Melrose.
Reviews
Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #5
Reviews
9.6
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.
9.0/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews
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Reviews
6/10 Okay
Erin K.
Jul 8, 2025
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.
Erin K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angela
Jun 22, 2025
Angela
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ryan D.
May 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Stay
Perfect for a quick stay while on a fishing trip.
Ryan D.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicole T.
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cabin
Hosts are amazing!
Nicole T.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nick G.
Sep 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
First time using VRBO. Experience was great. Place was clean. Communications with host simple.
Nick G.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adam A.
Jun 24, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience!
Beautiful cabin! Very Clean. Would definitely go back!