Perfect family getaway near Lake Rathbun!

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Promise City, IA

Rathbun Lake20 min drive
Honey Creek State Park26 min drive
Lake Thunderhead45 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Looking for a place to get the family together and spend time catching up? Heritage 1865 is just what you are looking for! Heritage Lodge was just finished in 2014 and is located in Southern Iowa, just minutes from Lake Rathbun. The lodge has all the modern amenities you would expect and more, but tucked away in the quiet, serene countryside. The living area features high ceilings, an 80" flat screen TV over the wood-burning fire place, pool table and is large enough to accommodate the largest of families. All 4 bedrooms have queen size beds with a single bunk on top. There is a full kitchen, washer/dryer facility and 2 large bathrooms. Relax on the large patio and light a fire in the fire pit. Explore the great outdoors and enjoy the wildlife on the walking paths! Hang out by the shared private lake which has your own private beach and private dock. There are three kayaks available.

If you are looking for the perfect getaway with family and friends this summer, look no further than Heritage 1865!

Looking to get away in the fall or winter? October - March each year the lodge hosts hunters and their families from all over the country. We would love to see you at Heritage 1865 this hunting season. No other destination can provide the quality, service and diversity of game opportunities that Heritage can! Contact us for more details on how we can help you plan a hunting trip you'll never forget!

Property manager

Abby Ewing

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Promise City

Located in Promise City, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Cinder Path Bike Trail and Chariton Lanes are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Honey Creek State Park and Bobwhite State Park.

Promise City, IA

What's nearby

Rathbun Lake - 20 min drive
Honey Creek State Park - 26 min drive
Leah Bradley Park - 35 min drive
Chariton Lanes - 39 min drive
Lake Thunderhead - 45 min drive

Restaurants

No Name Cafe - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Perfect family getaway near Lake Rathbun! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect family getaway near Lake Rathbun!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect family getaway near Lake Rathbun!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Perfect family getaway near Lake Rathbun! located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Rathbun Lake, Prairie Trail Museum and Wayne County Hospital. Honey Creek State Park and Appanoose County Museum are also within 20 miles (32 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

6/10 Okay

Wendy F.

5 Aug 2023

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

Disliked: Cleanliness

Family vaca

Beautiful property, showing some wear and tear. Not as clean as one would expect but Abby was extremely helpful, polite and accommodating. She made things right. Beach area was a very dirty sand/mud. Shore by beach was a little weedy. Great outdoor area. Hot water was great even with large group. Checkin was super easy, kayaking around the pond was nice, very quiet. Close to Rathbun. Hosts were very easy to work with.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Becky P.

24 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Vacation

My husband & I love getting a rental every summer. Our son, daughter, son in law & 3 precious grandkids stayed at Heritage 1865 for 4 days. Kayaking, fishing, playing in sand on little beach, and grilling so fun. It rained one day but games & pool table were wonderful. Thought there would be a paddle boat too but owner said that had been gone for years. Also couldn’t find remote to tv & once we searched high & low, found it in sofa cushion (very dirty). There was also a Brillo pad rusted to kitchen counter, coffee maker had mildewed filter still in machine, tons of alcohol still in kitchen. We had specifically asked owner to not have alcohol on premise. Spent a lot of time dumping alcohol down drain. Still beautiful home & we had great time. Thanks

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W., Berkeley

28 Sept 2022

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

Amazing Place

Loved the Ranch, great location and better than the pictures. Abby was great and the whole group loved the experience. I highly recomend this property!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

22 July 2022

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

Loved Heritage 1865

The property was everything we had hoped it would be and more! The lodge was awesome, huge and such cool detail throughout the entire place. It was clean, the beds were comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed and the 2 fridges were very nice to have. The kids spent a lot of time at the pond, fishing and using the kayaks, they had so much fun. The pond wasn’t the cleanest but what pond is by mid-July in Iowa - no complaints from our group! We spent a lot of time by the pond. The whole property was beautiful! The property was close to Rathbun Lake, very easy to get to. We absolutely loved our stay at Heritage 1865 and hope to go back there again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 June 2022

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

Comfortable and relaxing setting for a family getaway.

The property was beautiful and very remote. Lots of places to sleep and spread out. We spent a lot of time using the pond, hanging around the campfire and gathering and spending time in the great room. It was perfect place for 3 families to get together, cath up, relax and enjoy some fishing.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Abby Ewing

The beautiful land and the family farm has been passed down from one generation of Ewing to the next, without interruption, since 1865. Today, Travis Ewing & wife, Abby, operate what has become known as Heritage 1865 Hunting Lodge and Outfitters. Travis founded Heritage on the fundamentals of family, education, land management, preservation, and a passion for the outdoors. During the off season, Heritage 1865 hosts guests from all over! Travis & Abby invite you to be their guests today!

Why they chose this property

Not only is Heritage 1865 beautiful, the property is very private and well taken care of. It truly is the perfect place to get away from everything and enjoy time with family and friends!

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