16706 481st st, Mystic, IA 52574 - Appanoose County

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 for 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 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