Prime 26.84 acre hunting retreat just minutes from Lake Rathbun near Mystic, Iowa - one of southern Iowa’s premier trophy whitetail destinations, surrounded by public hunting land, fishing, and boating access.
Off-Grid Container Cabin: Insulated, solar/battery powered with generator hookup, heat, and A/C for year-round comfort.
Utilities: Electric and rural water not far for easy connection to the cabin or a future build.
Trail System: Well-maintained trails provide quiet access throughout the property to stands and blinds. You won't have to go far to get to a well maintained ATV trail!
Food Plots & Orchard: Multiple established plots with apple, persimmon, and producing chestnut trees that attract wildlife year-round.
Timber & Habitat: Mature hardwoods with valuable walnut, bordered by large timber and row crops within a proven travel corridor.
Hunting Setup: Three permanent blinds and ladder...
Hunting Setup: Three permanent blinds and ladder stands included; consistent harvests of trophy whitetails, turkeys, and bobcats.
Pond & Recreation: Scenic pond beside a food plot - perfect for fishing, campfires, and wildlife watching.
Access: Year-round gravel entrance off 481st Street with ample parking and expansion space.
Turn-key seclusion with Lake Rathbun’s recreation at your doorstep - a proven hunting haven and family retreat.
Mystic, IA minutes from Lake RathbunTaxes: $310 (2025/2026)26.84 acres: 5.68 food plots | 21.16 timberImprovements: Off-grid cabin, solar, trails, blinds, stands, pond, and nearby utilities
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Research Parcel InformationFrom Lake Rathbun Dam, head south on Highway J18 for approximately 6 miles to Mystic. Turn east onto 481st Street and continue for about 1 mile. Property sits on the north side of the road at 16706 481st Street, Mystic, Iowa 52574. Watch for the National Land Realty sign at the entrance.