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Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines

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4 bedrooms, memory foam beds, desk, iron/ironing board
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 202240 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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West Des Moines, IA
  • Popular LocationVal Air Ballroom2 min drive
  • Popular LocationDes Moines Art Center6 min drive
  • Popular LocationDrake University7 min drive
  • AirportDes Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines

This 4 Bedroom home with large kitchen and gathering areas is completely furnished and ready for you to enjoy. You will love the charming features of this home. Two of the bedrooms have queen size beds, one bedroom has a twin bed and a full-size daybed with a twin size trundle! Another bedroom has a full-size bed and a twin size bed. For an additional guest charge there is also a memory foam full size sofa sleeper in the living room and three roll out queen size mattress/beds. There is a full bath on the second floor, a full bath on the first floor and a really cool locker style bathroom with 2 showers 2 sinks and a toilet in the basement. There is a washer and dryer as well. The lovely shaded patio area provides outdoor space and seating as well. The home is within walking distance to Historic Valley Junction, where there is great shopping and entertainment. You will be close to parks, pools, biking trails as well as the Racoon River park. This is a great property and very conveniently located. It is less than 15 minutes from the Airport and Downtown Des Moines. Plenty of off street parking. You can also view additional photos and information on our Facebook page.


Property manager

Jana Belle and Renae Johanningmeier

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Gym on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,240 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR MORE THAN 10 GUESTS

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 35
Note from host: Please pre-approve your event or party with us.
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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

West Des Moines

This vacation home is located in West Des Moines. 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 Blank Park Zoo and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Check out an event or a game at Wells Fargo Arena, and consider making time for Adventureland, a top attraction not to be missed. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Val Air Ballroom - 2 min drive
  • Des Moines Art Center - 6 min drive
  • Drake University - 7 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 8 min drive
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Casey's General Store - 14 min walk
  • Paws & Pints - 2 min drive
  • McDonald's - 16 min walk
  • Casey's General Store - 14 min walk
  • Bix & Co. - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines located?

Situated in West Des Moines, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Valley Junction and Water Works Park. Val Air Ballroom and Des Moines Art Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 110 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 149 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 149 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Home Away From Home
This property was a perfect place for my family to stay and friends too! All the history that is shown in that home was breathtaking! All the rooms were clean and ready for us! A great game room and bedrooms that were unique in their own ways!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Cindy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We booked for location. A nice stay.
Some of the items in the home were helpful to have. A little more clutter than we care for, though. Overall a positive stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Alvin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family wedding
This place was great for our family to stay while we attended our sons wedding. The hostesses were very accomodating and available for our group.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Kim S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Average Stay
This home is very old. It is full of antiques and smells as such. We did have nice enough weather that we were able to open windows to air it out. There were enough beds for the 10 of us. The upstairs shower leaked through the ceiling into the bedroom below. When I contacted the host, they said there should have been a note on how to avoid that? Bathrooms had mold on the curtain and ceiling. Location was great and parking was awesome. Not a bad home, but wouldn’t choose it again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and accommodations for our group.
Perfectly located for our group activities. Fun get away with shopping and sports events. Great communication with the home owners! This was our second time staying at Walnut Place. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Faith B.

Family
We scheduled the house to meet from multiple states to spend time with family. The house was fine spacious for all of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Valarie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sisters Retreat
The house was nice. We enjoyed the artwork and old musical instrument display. Owner addressed a couple issues right away and we were set. Some empty cupboards for our food and supplies would have been nice but we managed. We like to cook and stay in to eat so there was plenty of pots, pans, and other dishes. The traffic noise was a bit much but we got used to it. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our group
We came into town for a family reunion with 9 adults and this place was great. Plenty of space for everyone to hang out while being comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
Needed a place for four families (10 people total) to stay close to a family reunion. Excellent location, plenty of room, a lot of character.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than hotel
We enjoyed our stay in Des Moines. It was nice having a big kitchen and being able to do laundry. We also enjoyed the game room. The property manager is nice and helpful. The location is good; a short drive to downtown, parks and Drake University. The only negative for me is the house is located on a busy four lane street. You can hear the vehicles passing by when you are inside the house, which is not a big deal during the day, but at night makes it difficult to go to sleep. Another option for us would have been staying at a hotel, which would have most likely been noisy too, so the house is better than a hotel. Sleep tip: if sleeping in the master bedroom, keep the bathroom door closed to help with the street noise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place with interesting eclectic decor
All in all it worked well for our family. However it shouldn’t be advertised as sleeping 20. You may want to reconsider that.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill M., St Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing & Comfortable
Our family had a very nice, relaxing time at Walnut Place. Enjoyed the game room and patio. We'd be excited to come back and stay again. Easy communication with the owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome space for larger group
We stayed here with my family of 6 and my sisters family of 7. Plenty of room and super comfortable! The location is great, close to all kinds of fun stuff for the kids. Splash pad and Racoon river park right down the road.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Stanford F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graduation visit
Overall satisfactory and as expected
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

barb t.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property and location was perfect for myself and my 10 girlfriends, plenty of room for all .
Wonderful!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun house!
Great house for a large group with all the essentials, game room, tv room, nice living room, comfortable beds we’ll be back, Renea went above and beyond to make sure we could watch the Wild game!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
NCAA Stay
Owners came through with honors vis a vie the TV! We're old guys that came to see games live at the arena and watch tons of games on TV. Owner came at night with two technicians to resolve difficulties getting game broadcasts. NEVER HAD A RESPONSE AS GOOD from owners of other VRBO stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eclectic and cozy
This property is a great place for a group. The hosts are incredibly nice and allowed us to go in a few days later to grab some items we left. Their decor is also very fun and there's lots of spaces to play games.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krista T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family gathering
Perfect for family gathering! Very responsive and thoughtful owners!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

john h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Weekend
We had a blast in Des Moines and enjoyed the property. We were mostly out on the golf courses but poker night was fantastic in the gaming room! The short walk to the Irish pub was fun, too. Thank you Jana!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Wonderful Home
Our group enjoyed our stay! The house was well stocked and oh so beautiful! Thank you again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great!!
Close to downtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Jan K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay.
Very interesting house. Lots of small rooms. Kitchen was well-stocked. Jana was responsive to our needs. Location was a bit "busier" than we would have preferred.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving get together
Had 14 together for Thanksgiving dinner and games. This house was the perfect fit for us ages 1 to 61. The owners so sweet and accommodating. We will rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, Spacious & Accommodating
We had group of 7 moms in town for shopping. We all enjoyed ourselves. Tons of room for entertaining! Only thing maybe would be more seating at the kitchen table, if possible. It was a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022