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Our top choices for Central Iowa vacation rentals

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Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping

Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping
Bloomfield
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
"We truly enjoyed staying at the Steckel Carriage House during our trip to Bloomfield! The hosts were incredibly kind and made sure we had everything we could need! Thank you for making our trip a great one! "
United States
Kerry M.
$120 nightly
The price is $134
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Historic Steckel carriage house with picturesque landscaping
Property grounds

Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.

Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
NEW VIRGINIA
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (410 reviews)
"This place was so incredibly cute. We loved our little getaway for our first anniversary and we had everything we needed and more. Thank you for providing such a great place, we’ll definitely be back!!"
United States
Genevieve P.
$163 nightly
The price is $171
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
Outdoor spa tub

Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!

Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
Nashua
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (345 reviews)
"Perfect for a weekend getaway! Peaceful and relaxing! Home was clean and instructions were clear. Will be staying again once the weather is nicer."
United States
Raven B.
$316 nightly
The price is $331
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Cedar Bend Cabin with 4 person hot tub!!
Smart TV

Journey Cabin II

Journey Cabin II
Rathbun
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"Owner was great to work with, place is as described, plenty of parking, Friendly neighbors. Easily accessible"
United States
Shauna S.
$215 nightly
The price is $226
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Journey Cabin II
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit

The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit
Pella
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (84 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! Such a cute little house with all of the amenities!"
United States
Matthew and Jennifer S.
$247 nightly
The price is $276
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total with taxes and fees
The Rock House- The coziest Pella cottage retreat w/ firepit
WiFi

The Artist's Treehouse

The Artist's Treehouse
Fairfield
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Extremely comfortable, peaceful. Loved it! Love the sycamore tree!!"
United States
Dennis H.
$203 nightly
The price is $218
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
The Artist's Treehouse
Outdoor dining

The Little Red House

The Little Red House
Fairfield
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Beautiful house and very clean!!!"
United States
Kelli J.
$194 nightly
The price is $208
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
The Little Red House
Smart TV

Historic Valley Junction Loft

Historic Valley Junction Loft
West Des Moines
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
$140 nightly
The price is $156
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Historic Valley Junction Loft
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA

The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA
Indianola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Loved it, every thing was awesome."
United States
Adam b.
$180 nightly
The price is $189
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total with taxes and fees
The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA
Dining

The Retreat on Harding

The Retreat on Harding
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Hosts were very responsive in providing info, apartment was vey clean and had everything I needed"
United States
Derek S.
$155 nightly
The price is $159
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
The Retreat on Harding
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi

A lush, green-themed retreat home in Des Moines’ vibrant East Village.

A lush, green-themed retreat home in Des Moines’ vibrant East Village.
Downtown Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Quiet, clean, sufficient for our needs. "
United States
MA H.
$118 nightly
The price is $129
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
A lush, green-themed retreat home in Des Moines’ vibrant East Village.
Exterior

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
West Des Moines
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"The location was absolutely perfect being on the very edge of Des Moines. It was quiet, no city distractions and very private. The space was very clean and Clayton was very friendly and personable. We definitely would stay again!"
United States
Melissa C.
$159 nightly
The price is $178
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (62 reviews)
"The best house"
United States
Benjamin
$143 nightly
The price is $160
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Interior

The Urban Barn! private parking

The Urban Barn! private parking
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Perfect little cozy cabin! The one-bedroom space was clean and comfortable, and the hosts were great. We really enjoyed our stay."
United States
Barbara N.
$120 nightly
The price is $124
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
The Urban Barn! private parking
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Cute tiny home with everything you need!

Cute tiny home with everything you need!
Cedar Falls
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"So cozy and comfy!"
United States
Jenny C.
$188 nightly
The price is $211
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
Cute tiny home with everything you need!
Interior

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #4

Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #4
Melrose
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Cabin rented for parents to stay to celebrate fathers birthday at Rathbun."
United States
Tara D.
$228 nightly
The price is $239
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Cabin close to Lake Rathbun #4
Exterior

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Nevada
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Was a cute spot to stay for the night! "
United States
Jason K.
$128 nightly
The price is $130
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Charming 3-bedroom house in Decatur City, Minutes from Little River Lake.

Charming 3-bedroom house in Decatur City, Minutes from Little River Lake.
Decatur City
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"This place is perfect for our short fishing trip. Very clean, great location. Would stay again."
United States
MIKE L.
$177 nightly
The price is $186
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Charming 3-bedroom house in Decatur City, Minutes from Little River Lake.
TV

Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines

Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Exactly as listed and perfect for our stay. "
United States
Anna H.
$176 nightly
The price is $197
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house

Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house
Jefferson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great location. "
United States
Lindsey W.
$207 nightly
The price is $231
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Total with taxes and fees
Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was amazing! It is a beautiful hotel and we had a wonderful time!"
Kathleen 4-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Fort Des Moines, Curio Collection by Hilton

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