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Pool
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1229 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
$326
$321 nightly
$326 total
Total with taxes and fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26

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Ames, IA
  • Place, Furman Aquatic Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Main Street Cultural District
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Octagon Center for the Arts
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ames

With a stay at this vacation home in Ames, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Iowa State University and Furman Aquatic Center. .This vacation home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Main Street Cultural District and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Ada Hayden Heritage Park.

What's nearby

  • Furman Aquatic Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Main Street Cultural District - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Ada Hayden Heritage Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Octagon Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Iowa State University - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cabin Coffee Co - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Flame & Skewer - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪B-Bops - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wheatsfield Cooperative - ‬3 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.

Ames Guest House

Welcome to your home away from home in Ames, Iowa! This 3-bedroom, family-friendly house near ISU and Mary Greeley Hospital features a bright, inviting space, fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, and a lovely office space. Relax on the private patio with a fire feature, fountain, and grill—perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Ideal for families, game days, or work trips, this charming home offers comfort, style, and convenience.

This home features three spacious bedrooms—including bunk beds perfect for kids—and two bathrooms, plus a large basement room designed for relaxation and fun. The well-stocked kitchen includes sustainable, non-toxic cookware for healthy, eco-friendly meals, and the beautiful dining area is perfect for family meals or gatherings. The cozy living room features an electric fireplace for added warmth and charm. Step outside to a lovely private back patio and a fenced-in, spacious backyard with a grill—perfect for outdoor dining and fun. A washer and dryer are available for guests’ convenience. The basement offers plenty of space to play Wii, work in the office area, complete puzzles, or enjoy game nights together. Guests are provided with clean, non-toxic toiletries, including shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, for a safe and refreshing stay.

You are welcome to use the main house, fenced in backyard, driveway, and basement living room, laundry room, and bathroom.

Please reach out to Joe or Rachel anytime throughout your stay. We are happy to help!

Garage is not available for guests.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 1,229 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

796578

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