With a stay at this cottage in Des Moines (Woodland Heights), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Casey's Center and Iowa State Fairgrounds. .This cottage is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Jordan Creek Town Center and 12.3 mi (19.9 km) from Adventureland.
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 14 min drive
Restaurants
Gateway Market & Cafe - 7 min walk
Palms Dsm - 8 min walk
Qdoba Mexican Eats - 5 min walk
Palmer's Deli & Market - 8 min walk
Carl's Place - 11 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.
Cozy Cottage Near Downtown Walkable to Dining and Boutique Shopping
Your cozy Des Moines getaway awaits! Escape to this charming 2-bedroom cottage featuring two comfortable queen beds and a full sleeper sofa in the living room — perfect for small groups or families. Enjoy a peaceful retreat just steps from vibrant Ingersoll Avenue, where you’ll find boutique shops, local dining, and plenty of Des Moines charm. After a day of exploring, relax with a soak in the bathtub and unwind in comfort. Conveniently located near hospitals and the interstate, this cozy cottage is the perfect home base for your stay in Des Moines.
Make yourself comfortable in your air-conditioned cottage, which features a microwave. There's a private patio. The bathroom has a bathtub or shower and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a washing machine and an iron/ironing board.
Guests will find features like internet access.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Food and drink
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Stovetop
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
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)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Cozy Cottage Near Downtown Walkable to Dining and Boutique Shopping Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jordan S.
Dec 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy, had everything we needed, convenient
Jordan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Corrie C.
Nov 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay. Easy check in. We were able to bring our dogs with us which was a highlight for us. Cute and cozy place. The only thing we would report is the step into the bathroom. There is a hazard strip on it to alert you going into the bathroom, but nothing to remind you of the step going out of the bathroom. Great location. Only minutes from downtown and great food