Nestled in Downtown Des Moines, this historic 4-bedroom home is a haven for up to 10 guests. Enjoy the cozy living room with an electric fireplace and Smart TVs in every room. The spacious kitchen is perfect for cooking essentials, while the game room features a Wii and arcade games. Unwind with a soak in the 6-person hot tub or gather around the fire pit on chilly nights.
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101250 sq ft
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The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10
DESCRIPTION: Near the heart of Downtown Des Moines sits this historic, fully remodeled, 4 bed & 2 bath home that can sleep up to 10 guests comfortably.
Our home offers a 6 person hot tub, fire-pit, and grill. Game room on the main level with a Wii & Arcade Game. Spacious kitchen w/cooking essentials. Fast WIFI. Smart TVs in every room. Desk for business travel. Within two miles of the Iowa Event Center, Wells Fargo Arena & Hospitals. 10min from the Airport. Walking distance to local restaurants, shops and parks.
THE SPACE: Kitchen: fully updated with most all cooking utensils, salt/pepper/cooking spray, baking dishes, pots and pans, toaster, blender, and a coffee maker (with enough coffee packs, teabags, creamer and sweetener to get you started).
Dining: off of the kitchen you will find a dining room with a table for six. We also offer additional seating at the bar for three more guests. Space-saver highchair available in the laundry closet, if needed.
Living Room: when you walk in the front door, you will be greeted by a cozy family room with a queen sized pull-out-couch. The living room also offers a desk/office chair, an electric fireplace and a flat-screen smart tv to allow you to login to all your favorite streaming services during your stay.
Bedrooms: upstairs you will find three bedrooms and a full bathroom. All three of the bedrooms are equipped with queen beds. All bedrooms have memory foam mattresses, dressers, smart TVs, and nightstands with smart lamps to easily charge your phone at night. Pack-N-Play available in the bedroom closet if needed.
Bathrooms: our home offers two full bathrooms. One bathroom is upstairs with the bedrooms, and the other is on the main level. Each bathroom is fully stocked with fresh towels (10 sets total in the house), shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.
Patio: off the back of the house you will have full access to a partially fenced in private backyard with a 6 person spa, jungle gym for the kids to play, a propane grill, and a fire-pit (wood not provided). Perfect for those family BBQs!
Game Room: on the main level, located inside of the 4th bedroom with a queen sleeper sofa. 32in smart tv with a Wii and variety of games. Simpsons four person arcade game. Plenty to keep the kids entertained for hours!
Office: a full desk and office chair is located off of the living room, near the entrance of the house.
Laundry: first floor washer and dryer available with enough detergent to start off your stay. Ironing board and iron are also accessible in the laundry closet for your convenience.
Parking: Free, off-street parking in the driveway. The garage will not be accessible.
PLEASE NOTE: After requesting your reservation, you will receive a notification to complete our Rental Agreement, confirming the terms and conditions of your stay - which you will be able to execute digitally. Access to the property will not be granted until the Rental Agreement is signed.
Although our rental agreement contains our house rules, we ask that you please familiarize yourself with these few important items: - No pets - No smoking - No glitter/confetti - No dies/soaps/bubble bath/or glass in the hot tub (clear violation of any of these items will result in an additional cleaning fee)
All areas of the main floor and upper-level of the house are open for guests to use. The basement and garage however, are restricted for housekeeping supplies and will remain locked during your stay.
Our property is monitored by 24/7 video & audio surveillance recording. This is only used on the outside of the property, and not facing the back patio area (in respect to your privacy). Our cameras are for security purposes only. There is one camera on the driveway side, facing the street. One camera on the side opposite side of the home, facing the street. And, there is a doorbell camera.
For your stay, we provide a starter kit for essentials and toiletries: - Five (5) sets of towels/washcloths in each bathroom - 3 additional rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom - Shampoo/conditioner/body wash dispensers in each shower - First couple days supply of coffee - First few loads of dishwasher and clothes washer detergent pods
NEIGHBORHOOD DESCRIPTION: We are conveniently located near the center of Downtown Des Moines. Five minute drive to the Iowa Events Center, Wells Fargo Arena, and all major Hospitals. Also, just a few minutes from the Downtown Farmers Market (Saturday mornings May-October) and the Science Center of Iowa.
Additionally, you will find yourself close to all of our annual events, such as: World Food and Music Festival, The Des Moines Art Festival, and of course the Iowa State Fair.
Within walking distance of many shops, restaurants and bars (two blocks from the Ingersoll District)
A quick ten minute drive to the Des Moines Airport and to the Blank Park Zoo
GETTING AROUND: TAXI: Uber, Lyft and Taxi service available throughout the Des Moines Metro
AIRPORT: The Des Moines International Airport is located less than 10 minutes straight south.
BUS: The Des Moines DART bus service has stop points all around the metro. The closest Bus Stop is just a 2 minute walk away at Woodland Ave and 24th St
BIKE: Des Moines BCycle offers rental bikes all around the great city. Closest pick up/drop off points are within a half mile walk on Ingersoll Ave
PARKING: The city has metered parking and garages throughout. Cost ranges from $.25-$1.25 per hour. Meters charge from 9am-9pm M-F and are free on Sunday
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Video games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,250 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
No parties
No smoking indoors
Quiet time from 10pm-7am
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: Feel free to bring your furry friends!
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack N Play and High Chair Provided
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Des Moines, IA
What's nearby
Hoyt Sherman Place - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Drake University - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Iowa Events Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
Casey's Center - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
Principal Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 8 min drive
Restaurants
Gateway Market & Cafe - 8 min walk
Pancheros Mexican Grill - 6 min walk
Qdoba Mexican Eats - 6 min walk
Starbucks - 5 min walk
Noah's Ark Restaurant & Lounge - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10 pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10?
As of Oct 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10 on Oct 12, 2025 start from $132.87, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What time is check-in at The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10 located?
This family-friendly vacation home is located in the city center, within 1 mi (2 km) of Water Works Park and Drake University. Hoyt Sherman Place and Terrace Hill are also within 15 minutes.
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