Holiday rentals in Melrose

Sunny Cottage: FirePit, by Prairie & Wooded Trails

This bright, cheerful two bedroom home with full service kitchen, vaulted open living area, smart Weber grill, fire pit and private backyard is tucked away in a quiet neighborhood with easy access to a 14 mile paved recreation trail, nearly 1700 acres of forests, wetlands, prairies and parks to explore, local winery with dine in nights, cheese farm, museums and active art community. Guests will have easy access to the home with keyless entry. You'll find yourself rested, refreshed and reignited!

The Hen House

The wonderfully remodeled home based on 55 acres overlooking mature trees and a large pond. The house has 3 bedrooms and 1 1/2 baths. Laundry is available to use as well. Kitchen is fully stocked for your cooking enjoyment and a gas grill is offered as well to use. This house is perfect for families, small groups, or business trips. Situated just 20 minutes from Des Moines airport, and 25 minutes from downtown Des Moines, you will be able to experience the quiet and beautiful scenery to enjoy.

Rathbun Lake Get Away Rental at Antler Acres

We are now renting our paradise/summer getaway!! A perfect location and setup for your family!! Located in Antler Acres just 3 miles from the Honey Creek State Park boat ramp. Our newer modern mobile home is situated on a peaceful corner lot, with a very nice view. Great nature/view setting, with lots of yard space for games and a campfire. We have room for parking, including your boat or jet skis. A nice large front deck overlooking a great view of the neighbor's pond and the great outdoors.

Charming Waterfront Tiny House & Sauna

The true definition of rest & relaxation, this unique tiny house is situated on a three-acre pond suitable for catch and release fishing, kayaking, or stand up paddle boarding. Bring your gear and leave your worries behind. Built with special touches and details including stained glass windows and intricate woodwork, this tiny home boasts warmth throughout. Wake up to bird songs and coffee with the sunrise. After a day of fun, take a soak in the wood-burning sauna and relax by the campfire.

The Prayer Cabin

The Prayer Cabin is located at Lake Red Rock outside of Pella, IA. The cabin Is an Earthen/Berm home located on a 1 acre lot in a quiet & clean neighborhood. The lot boasts a wooded valley with many birds and squirrels to watch. The Prayer Cabin was recently remodeled with a brand new kitchen and bathroom. Our first guests asked us if Chip and Joanna were the creators of the design. 💚 Navy Blue cabinets, Tons of white shiplap and open shelving. Peaceful. A place of respite and relaxation.

The Strawtown Cottage - in downtown Pella

Completely remodeled 1865 original Strawtown Store of Pella conveniently located in one of the best small towns in Iowa. Three blocks to downtown Pella, 1 1/2 blocks to West Market Park, 2 blocks to Central football, baseball and softball complex. Enjoy the cottage charm with two private bed and bath suites, a family room with dining, full kitchen, front and side porch, laundry and large back yard. Off-street parking in the back. Luxury sheets on queen beds await after your adventures.

Barndominium with Goats!

Escape to our cozy barndominium nestled among the rolling hills of Southern Iowa, where tranquility meets adventure! Perfect for hunters and fishermen, couples, or solo travelers, this unique getaway offers a slice of rural paradise surrounded by acres of timber and cropland. Perfect for Hunters and Fishermen! Public hunting and fishing nearby. Just down the road from Red Haw State Park and Rathbun Lake and Honey Creek Resort. Inquiry about rights. Goats and chickens nearby :)

Cozy Country Retreat

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space in beautiful Southern Iowa. Home of many white tail deer and trophy bucks. Three miles from Stephen’s Forest public hunting, twenty minutes from the Sprint Car Capital of the Word/Knoxville Raceway, thirty five minutes bites from the Pella Tulip Festival, one hour from the Iowa Speedway, the Iowa Balloon Classic and the Iowa State Fairgrounds.

Lake House with a private trail to the beach!

This house is a true lake getaway that has its own private trail right to the Lake Rathbun beach! As you enter the house you'll enjoy the open layout of the living room, kitchen, and dining space with access to a great deck to sit and relax. Off the main area you will discover 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. You will also have access to the large garage below with plenty of room to park a boat.

The Rock House-A cozy cottage w/ firepit in Pella

Welcome to The Rock House — your cozy Dutch cottage getaway! Built in 1856, this historic 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends original charm with modern comfort. Enjoy a fantastic location next to Central College, a short walk to the square, and quick access to Lake Red Rock. Peaceful, private, and fully updated, it’s the perfect place to relax while staying close to everything Pella offers.

Sunset Ridge Retreat

Spacious 2 bed, 2 bath getaway just 10 miles east of Rathbun Lake, overlooking a peaceful 2-acre pond. Enjoy an open floor plan with large windows and panoramic views of stunning rural Iowa sunrises and sunsets. Whether you're passing through, visiting family, or planning local adventures, our clean, family-style retreat is the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day.

Rathbun Oaks

This 2 bedroom, 1 bath house is the perfect location for your lake getaway. Located a few minutes from Lake Rathbun, and 10 min from Honey Creek Resort. On property there is a community pond for fishing. This house is pet friendly and has a fenced back yard. There is a $50 pet fee per stay, please add your pet(s) to your reservation when booking.