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Historic Oscar Lofquist House Heart of Des Moines

Apartment with patio, near Drake University

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Dining tables
Experience the charm of Historical Oscar Lofquist House, a restored haven in Des Moines' South of Grand Salisbury neighborhood. Enjoy your morning coffee on the back patio or unwind with Netflix and YouTube on the 55-inch smart TV.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Oscar Lofquist House Heart of Des Moines

Unique lower level 1100 sq.f studio/loft with separate entrance in the completely restored Historical House Located in the safe and gorgeous South of Grand Salisbury neighborhood just minutes from Downtown, Art Center, Salisbury House, Des Moines Medical School, Drake University,shops,restaurants, gas,bus,i-235. Short stroll down our street takes you to the Greenwood Ashworth Park with its walking and biking trails. Science Center, Hy-Vee Hall,Iowa Events Center, Iowa State Capitol Building.
The space.
Separate entrance to the loft/ suite with exposed historical brick, modern full bathroom with heated floors, full equipped kitchen with full size refrigerator.
2 beds with 2 room dividers for privacy per guest wish
Wi-Fi, 55 inches smart TV, Netflix, you tube
Coffee provided
Guest access
Guest can use back patio and space outside to have morning cup of coffee
Keyless lock. Free parking. Has central air conditioner and central heat with thermostat
Other things to note
Historical Oscar Lofquist House is located in Des Moines, 2.6 miles from Science Center of Iowa, 2.6 miles from Hy-Vee Hall, as well as 2.6 miles from Iowa Events Center. The apartment is 3.6 miles from Iowa State Capitol Building.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Soundproofing
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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 is home to this apartment. Jordan Creek Town Center is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Science Center of Iowa and Clive Aquatic Center are also worth visiting.
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Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Art Center - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Drake University - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Casey's Center - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hansen's Manhattan Deli - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bruegger's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪La Mie Bakery & Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Palmer's Deli & Market - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Oscar Lofquist House Heart of Des Moines pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Oscar Lofquist House Heart of Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Oscar Lofquist House Heart of Des Moines?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Oscar Lofquist House Heart of Des Moines located?

Situated in Des Moines, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Des Moines Art Center, Salisbury House, and Des Moines Community Playhouse. Terrace Hill and Drake University are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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