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Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61532 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Hoyt Sherman Place
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

With a stay at this vacation home in Des Moines (Downtown Des Moines), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Drake University and Casey's Center. .This vacation home is 5.6 mi (8.9 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds and 9.9 mi (15.9 km) from Jordan Creek Town Center.
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What's nearby

  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Drake University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Casey's Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • EMC Expo Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northern Vessel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Degollado - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Big Grove Brewery & Taproom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬5 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.

Downtown Renovated Beauty

Come and enjoy this historic home with stunning modern design in the heart of Sherman Hill! Built in 1880, this renovated gem has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. It's just a few minutes walk to downtown Des Moines, bars and restaurants.

The designer kitchen is fully equipped for your culinary adventures with plenty of seating inside and out. The whole family can enjoy our fenced in back yard with outdoor tables and play-set.

The space
Each bedroom has a nova foam mattress. Two of the bedrooms have queen beds and the master bedroom with an en suite bathroom has a king.
Two bedrooms are located upstairs. There is one bedroom and one bathroom on the main floor.

The basement is unfinished with a washer and dryer.
Laundry detergent, dish soap, toilet paper, tissues, shampoo, conditioner and body wash are provided.

If you are traveling with small children we can provide a pack‘n play, high chair, children’s cups, dishes and utensils as well as toys.

If you are here in the winter, we are happy to come by and teach you how to use the gas fireplace as the older style can be confusing and we want you to be safe.

Guest access
During your stay you will have the entire house to yourself.
We will give you your own unique passcode for the Nest lock on the back door close to the garage.
You will also have access to one bay of the garage- we do use the other bay, the garage is not attached to the house.
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 and bike storage.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage

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

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,532 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total pets

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
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

This property does not have elevators

Downtown Renovated Beauty Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Edna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and historic home with easy access to restaurants. Beds were soft, clean bathrooms, comfortable living room sofa to hang out. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre R., Marion, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
The beds were extremely comfortable. The large couch was a wonderful place to hang out. The kitchen was stocked with everything you could need. Will absolutely be recommending.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlene P., Clear Lake Shores, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
and the hosts are perfect. 6 Adults and very comfortable. This is our 2nd time to stay here. We didn't being our pup this time. Bonus - if you play piano (which my Hubby does)The location is great and an easy distance to everything. We highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

terri k.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was exactly what I needed!!!!will tell my friends..Thank you Mariah
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family and I had a wonderful stay here! Very accommodating host allowing for earlier check in. The location is in the very charming Sherman Hill neighborhood. The house was spacious, clean, and had all things necessary.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shea N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Top tier

Beautiful home with character. Overall it was a great place to rest your head. Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property!

The house is beautiful and clean. It was the perfect location, in a great neighborhood. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024