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Runnells Vacation Rentals

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Our top choices for Runnells vacation rentals

A serene lake with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

1. Relaxing River Escape | Pet-Friendly Cozy Cabins | Near Yellow Banks Park

Relaxing River Escape | Pet-Friendly Cozy Cabins | Near Yellow Banks Park
Hartford
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great little home with plenty to do outside. "
United States
Danielle L.
$289 nightly
The price is $305
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Relaxing River Escape | Pet-Friendly Cozy Cabins | Near Yellow Banks Park
A spacious living room with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table. Large windows allow natural light to fill the space.

2. Huge barndominium homestead in Carlisle, just miles from airport/downtown DSM

Huge barndominium homestead in Carlisle, just miles from airport/downtown DSM
Carlisle
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"It was a great stay!"
United States
Rylie V.
$758 nightly
The price is $849
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Huge barndominium homestead in Carlisle, just miles from airport/downtown DSM
A sunroom with wicker furniture, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

3. Whole house! Clean Hot tub~Library~Fire Pit~Screen Porch~Stocked Kitchen~Garage

Whole house! Clean Hot tub~Library~Fire Pit~Screen Porch~Stocked Kitchen~Garage
Fairground
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great trip and nice house in great location. Would recommend!"
United States
Jerry G.
$384 nightly
The price is $430
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Whole house! Clean Hot tub~Library~Fire Pit~Screen Porch~Stocked Kitchen~Garage
A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a central island, and pendant lighting.

4. 4bd 3ba Family Friendly Home PLUS all the amenities!

4bd 3ba Family Friendly Home PLUS all the amenities!
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"House is exactly as pictured. Our party of 6, 4 adults and 2 children had plenty of space. The home has a great floorplan, the kitchen has everything you need. Very kid friendly!"
United States
Joan L.
$556 nightly
The price is $623
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
4bd 3ba Family Friendly Home PLUS all the amenities!
A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn and a visible address number.

5. • Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •

• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •
Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Multiple rooms set ups with 3 bathrooms made this great for our family to stay. "
United States
R G.
$610 nightly
The price is $683
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling light fixture, a window with blinds, and a door.

6. The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
Fairground
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Rooms clean. Location great! Host was easy to communicate with and very friendly!"
United States
Lily T.
$262 nightly
The price is $293
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
A residential neighborhood with a house featuring a stone foundation, a sloped roof, and a front yard with a tree and a small garden.

7. Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious. Good location to downtown. Very comfortable home. Would recommend and would stay again!!"
United States
Melissa W.
$245 nightly
The price is $274
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a microwave, stove, and a dishwasher.

8. Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.

Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Clean, beautiful home."
United States
Shayla
$240 nightly
The price is $269
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Total with taxes and fees
Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a view, and a large window.

9. The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View

The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View
Downtown Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Host was incredibly helpful abd provided any extra amenities needed. Great location! Will stay there again!"
United States
Amber D.
$235 nightly
The price is $263
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View
A staircase leading to a living room with a sofa, a table, and a window with curtains.

10. Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown

Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"We loved the house and all the gathering spaces. "
United States
Pat L.
$414 nightly
The price is $463
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown
A modern kitchen with a central island, white cabinets, and a stainless steel refrigerator.

11. Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B

Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B
Norwalk
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great house, very comfortable, lots of room had everything we could have needed "
United States
Spencer B.
Beach Access/Kid Friendly/Park/Office/4BR/2B
A living room with a black sofa, a white ottoman, a small table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

12. Walk to Knoxville Raceway! 3BR, Fire Pit, Near Lake Red Rock & Pella

Walk to Knoxville Raceway! 3BR, Fire Pit, Near Lake Red Rock & Pella
Knoxville
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"This is a great place close to track and is very clean will definitely stay here again"
United States
Sara B.
$459 nightly
The price is $514
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Walk to Knoxville Raceway! 3BR, Fire Pit, Near Lake Red Rock & Pella
A porch with a teal swing seat, a turquoise door, and a 'WELCOME' sign.

13. Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8

Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
Fairground
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (34 reviews)
"Thank you for the stay. We enjoyed our time there."
United States
Crystal A.
$187 nightly
The price is $209
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
A living room with a leather sofa, a colorful rug, a clock, and a painting on the wall.

14. Charming Western themed house, 5 bdrms 2 baths & walking distance to State Fair.

Charming Western themed house, 5 bdrms 2 baths & walking distance to State Fair.
Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great property, very clean and had plenty of room for the family. We will definitely be staying again!"
United States
Justin B.
$254 nightly
The price is $277
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Charming Western themed house, 5 bdrms 2 baths & walking distance to State Fair.
A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a cityscape view.

15. Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios

Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Great host, location, and VRBO."
United States
Robin H.
$257 nightly
The price is $287
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios
A room with large windows, a wooden floor, and a view of an outdoor deck.

16. Beautiful Home in Town Acreage

Beautiful Home in Town Acreage
Altoona
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (53 reviews)
"The host was very nice and easy to work with. We loved our stay."
United States
Danny G.
$321 nightly
The price is $364
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Beautiful Home in Town Acreage
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and various kitchen appliances.

17. 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, (18 reviews)
"Loved it, every thing was awesome."
United States
Adam b.
$181 nightly
The price is $190
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA
An outdoor patio with a wooden wall, glass sliding doors, and seating areas including a table and chairs.

18. Affordable Stylish Studio in Des Moines

Affordable Stylish Studio in Des Moines
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great stay"
United States
D V.
$128 nightly
The price is $140
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Affordable Stylish Studio in Des Moines
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a round coffee table, and a ceiling fan.

19. Close to Drake/Downtown - Filled With Amenities, Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Theater!

Close to Drake/Downtown - Filled With Amenities, Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Theater!
Waveland Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Kids are already wanting to come back! Had a blast!"
United States
Angela A.
$424 nightly
The price is $475
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Close to Drake/Downtown - Filled With Amenities, Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Theater!
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a large plant. There is a kitchen in the background with cabinets and appliances.

20. Boho Loft / Skyline View / Walk to Arena Events

Boho Loft / Skyline View / Walk to Arena Events
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Quiet, easily accessible first floor unit, low key and gracious hosts, everything I needed was there. They expected very little of me, communicated quickly, and even checked in a few times during my long term stay just to make sure I was doing okay."
United States
Megan
$174 nightly
The price is $195
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Total with taxes and fees
Boho Loft / Skyline View / Walk to Arena Events
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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

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"Clean, new hotel."
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Frequently asked questions

Can I find vacation rentals in Runnells?

Yes, we give you a choice of vacation rentals near top local attractions in Runnells, or you can select a secluded option if you're looking for relaxation.

What's the top vacation rental in Runnells?

SO MUCH FUN! ARCADE, PL TBL, PNG PNG, YARD GAMES, INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS!!: This vacation home rental near Runnells offers a fireplace, a patio, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 5 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of the selection of games in this rental home to help you unwind.

What’s there to see and do in Runnells?

While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Adventureland, or get outside and enjoy nature at Sleepy Hollow Sports Park. In the larger area, you’ll find Iowa State Fairgrounds and Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino.

What’s a vacation rental in Runnells like?

Vacation rentals are private properties you can book for a few weeks or just a few days in Runnells. Vacation rentals offer amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll be comfy for your stay. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can offer a sense of security away from shared hotel elevators and busy front desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which makes a vacation rental a great choice for families.