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A Charming Home Minutes to Downtown, Zoo, & Airport with Hidden Reading Nook!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, books
Interior
Smart TV, books
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5980 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Principal Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

With a stay at this vacation home in Des Moines (Indianola Hills), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Casey's Center and Iowa State Fairgrounds. .This family-friendly vacation home is 13.5 mi (21.8 km) from Jordan Creek Town Center and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Principal Park.
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What's nearby

  • Principal Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Casey's Center - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 17 min drive - 13.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Angry Goldfish Pub & Eatery - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Confluence Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Baratta's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

A Charming Home Minutes to Downtown, Zoo, & Airport with Hidden Reading Nook!

Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located and extremely updated home in Des Moines. Just a quick trip to nearly everything DSM has to offer: DSM airport, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Downtown DSM, miles of bike trails for all your cycling/active needs, restaurants, bars, breweries, wineries, convention and concert venues, parks, shopping, and more.

Enjoy our newly updated, industrial DSM oasis. 1 queen bed, 2 twin xl beds, 1 comfortable queen pullout sleeper, 1 full 1 half bath w/unique reading nook.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and a playground. Recreational activities include kayaking nearby and windsurfing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

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
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Unit size: 980 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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

Rules

Please drink responsibly & only if you are 21 years of age+
Please leave all furniture as you found it & do not adjust thermostat. Let us know if something is malfunctioning so that we can resolve ASAP.
Please be respectful of our friends on the other side of the townhome as walls are shared. Abide by all street parking rules if not in driveway.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Accompany children using reading nook

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

Reviews

A Charming Home Minutes to Downtown, Zoo, & Airport with Hidden Reading Nook! Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, it fit our needs. close to the state fair 15min. Away. Only thing its a 2 bdrm the loft is for a small child, otherwise everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable home with a well supplied kitchen. Super clean home! Host communicated very well and was very helpful. Easy check in. Nice extra is a supply of books for all ages and board games.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness

4 nights in Des Moines

Check-in could not have gone smoother. Kitchen accommodations were very good. I would suggest upgrading the Keurig. But that is a minor issue. Overall very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

April R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely loved our short stay! Could see tons of comfort in staying longer. Would definitely go back. Communication was excellent and friendly. Very clean and the added book nook was adorable, my daughter loved it. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jacqueline m.

Cute place in downtown area

The house is very cute. My kids loved the nook in the second bedroom. Perfect for our family of 4.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacci S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy, clean and convenient

The house was lovely - most interesting split level. It was well equipped and clean. Communication with the host was excellent. The location was perfect for the IronMan triathlon. Having a washer and dryer was most handy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay

Good area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

This was a great little place to stay! It was clean, beds were comfortable, and my kid loved the reading nook. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Car show

We stayed here to participate in the good guys car show. The property was great and in close proximity to the fair grounds in a quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Iowa Race Stay

This property was very clean and comfortable for two people but it easily could have fit more. The kitchen came with all amenities to cook and the beds were very comfortable as well. The reading nook was so cute! The property manager was friendly, easy to reach and chat with. Was only there for a few days for the Iowa race, and the proximity to the track was perfect. The area was nice to explore after the race as well. I would definitely stay there again if I found myself in Des Moines again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness

week long stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our week-long stay at the house. The neighborhood was peaceful, and the house had all the essentials we needed. The hosts were incredibly responsive whenever we required assistance. My 9-year-old son especially adored the cozy corner filled with games and books.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonder home and hosts!

Loved the house. It had everything we needed for a family of 4. Excellent location! Hosts had great communication. Very responsive of our needs. Will be staying here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O., Rochester

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Des Moines

We were in town for a concert at the Iowa State Fair, and this location and home was just perfect for our group of four. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leon L., Olathe

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean and a Great place! Nice neighborhood

This property was very clean, had all the supplies you needed. The book nook was amazing! Kids loved it! It was a 2BR not a 3BR (unless living room is a bedroom). Would totally recommend and stay again! Amazing place!!! Easy checkout rules and great communication with the owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super Cozy

Stayed 4 nights. Very comfortable and cozy! Perfect for what we needed. The host definitely put effort into making sure we had everything we needed for our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abe S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy split level

The place was really nice. The reading cubby was a big hit with the kids. The nearby Angry Goldfish was a good dinner and Gray's Lake was a nice after dinner walk. Only suggestion--a few more hooks to hang towels in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rick T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pretty Great!

Everyone in our group was pleased with the location and quality of this rental. We really enjoyed ourselves, even when rain kept us off of our bikes and inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice home.

We especially loved that there were bathroom necessities and condiments in this home. Many rentals have had nothing in the cabinets. It was nice, clean, and well located. Thank you for sharing it with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location!

We really enjoyed this rental. It was clean and centrally located near many good places to eat! beds were comfy, offered a coffee area with coffee options and a great supply of towels! Recommend if you’re in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole F., Cedar Rapids IA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything we needed in a great location!

We were extremely pleased with our stay. It was just the right amount of space for me, my husband, and our 8 year old daughter. Everything is decorated nicely and very clean. The beds and bedding were so comfortable, just perfect after our long days filled with fun summer activities (concert, shopping, zoo, brewery). It was the perfect location for everything we wanted to do- nothing was more than 15 minutes away. The owners were extremely easy to reach with the few questions we had, and the small details like the toiletries (even an emergency feminine hygiene kit- didn't need, but still appreciate the thoughtfulness) were high quality. We will definitely stay here again next time we visit the DSM area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly Recommend!

We had a great stay! The home was extremely clean and in a very convenient location, which was just what we wanted for a few nights while checking out the area. The helpful and friendly hosts also made checking in a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carson W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Stay in Des Moines

The property was very clean, comfortable, and exactly what I needed for a few days. Our host was quick to respond and also gave great suggestions. The location was great and close to a lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

We came into town for a girls weekend. Kelsey was easy to communicate with, the space was a great location to access downtown, and was a comfortable weekend stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022