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Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

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9.4

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71500 sq ft

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Des Moines, Iowa
  • Popular LocationDrake University12 min walk
  • Popular LocationWells Fargo Arena5 min drive
  • Popular LocationHy Vee Hall5 min drive
  • AirportDes Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)19 min drive

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About this property

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

Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

Experience all that Des Moines has to offer with ease from this 3-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental! Featuring 2 Smart TVs, a fully equipped kitchen, and in-unit laundry, this home offers all the comforts and conveniences needed for a stress-free and memorable stay. Hit the links at Waveland Golf Course or explore Des Moines Art Center, and if you're traveling with kids, Blank Park Zoo is less than 8 miles away. When night falls, head to Greenwood Lounge or Lefty’s for drinks and live music!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Central Location | Keyless Entry | WFH Friendly | 3.7 Mi to Downtown

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3 (Loft): 3 Twin Beds

INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, dining table, laptop workspace, board games, ceiling fans
OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished porch, furnished patio, dining area, private yard
KITCHEN: Dishware/flatware, cooking basics, drip coffee maker, microwave, toaster
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C & heating, linens/towels, iron/board, washer, dryer, trash bags, paper towels, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: Access only by stairs, 1st-floor bedrooms, 1 Ring doorbell camera (facing front entry)
PARKING: Driveway (1 vehicle), free street parking (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Waveland Golf Course (0.9 miles), Salisbury House (1.9 miles), Des Moines Art Center (2.0 miles), Pappajohn Sculpture Park (3.3 miles), Des Moines Science Center (4.2 miles), Iowa State Capitol (4.4 miles), Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (4.8 miles), Des Moines Water Works Park (5.8 miles), Blank Park Zoo (7.9 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Drake Park (1.6 miles), Bill Riley Trail (2.3 miles), Chamberlain Park (2.3 miles), Greenwood Park (2.4 miles), Ashworth Pool (2.5 miles), Gray’s Lake & Water Works Park (3.3 miles)
BARS + LIVE MUSIC: Lefty’s Live Music (1.3 miles), Greenwood Lounge (1.6 miles), The Bartender’s Handshake (1.6 miles), G T (1.7 miles), Hoyt Sherman Place (2.6 miles), Gas Lamp (2.6 miles), Noce (3.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Des Moines International Airport (6.7 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access, and while there are 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor, the remaining bedroom is on the 2nd floor and requires additional stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

479969

About the neighborhood

Des Moines

This vacation home is located in 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 Iowa State Fairgrounds and Blank Park Zoo. Check out an event or a game at Wells Fargo Arena, and consider making time for Adventureland, a top attraction not to be missed.

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 12 min walk
  • Des Moines Art Center - 4 min drive
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 5 min drive
  • Iowa Events Center - 5 min drive
  • Hy Vee Hall - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Black Cat Ice Cream - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Drake Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Snookies Malt Shop - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! located?

Situated in Des Moines, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Drake University, Des Moines Community Playhouse, and Waveland Municipal Golf Course. Knapp Center and Des Moines Art Center are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 12 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cozy house
Such a cute cozy house pictures don’t do it justice, bigger than expected. The kitchen had the essentials plus some. Perfect for families. Everything you need to be comfortable. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kris M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not Clean
We were very excited when we arrived, the place is much bigger than in the pictures. However, the house was not clean. The beds were made, but the sheets were obviously dirty from the previous guests. There was hair and crumbs on the sheets. Next to the bed the previous guests had spilled coffee on the nightstand and the sticky coffee stains were still there. The shower was not cleaned after the previous guests, obvious hair that was not ours was all over the base of the shower floor. We are not picky people, but clean sheets is a pretty standard expectation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super comfortable!
We found ourselves suddenly needing to stay an additional week in Des Moines, and snagged up this gem. The kids had fun on the upper floor, playing games and getting out energy. We - adults and kids - had a sleepover up there. So cozy. The kitchen is nicely stocked for preparing meals (pans, Tupperware, serving spoons, bowls). We were happy to have a greater range of dishes than the previous place we rented. Sadly we couldn’t get the gas grill working, but it wasn’t a problem. Overall, highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn B., Elkader

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house.
We booked the house kind of last minute. Communication was excellent. The house was clean and well stocked. It had everything you needed from towels to cook wear to bandaids. I had two quick messages to the host, and she responded immediately. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient location
We have stayed at this property twice as it is very near family in DesMoines. Property is exactly as pictured and very comfortable. Almost everything you need is provided. Also very close to Drake university and convenient to downtown DesMoines. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage near Drake
We loved the beauty of this cute house and it was quite comfy. Emily has stocked it with everything one might need (thank you!). The family enjoyed our stay and it was so convenient to central Des Moines.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for family stay
Brought my family with two young kids to Des Moines to visit family. The home worked out well for our visit. The only thing worth noting for young children is there is no bathtub, just a shower (we made it work). The upstairs loft was a nice play area for the kids + cousins when hanging out.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Great Stay
The house and process were great. It was awesome having access to the garage to store our bikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trent M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable house
House was neat and clean. Spacious and well stocked with all necessities. Cute and comfortable. Close to restaurants and grocery store. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures don’t do it justice!
House is adorable with so much space. It’s even better in person compared to the pictures. Kitchen is well equipped, beds are comfortable and having coffee on the front porch was perfect. The entire neighborhood is a delight and we enjoyed taking a walk around the area. The 4 of us enjoyed our Girls Weekend very much. Side note: the owner was extremely sweet and helpful to us as well!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023