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Fairground Oasis Read~Relax~Rejuvinate

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Interior
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven
Outdoor spa tub
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free), bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $391
$349 nightly
$391 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    β€ͺ16 min walk‬
  • Place, Sky Glider East
    β€ͺ16 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    β€ͺ11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    β€ͺ16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

With a stay at this vacation home in Des Moines (Fairground), you'll be a 2-minute drive from Iowa State Fairgrounds and 6 minutes from Casey's Center. .This vacation home is 7 mi (11.2 km) from Adventureland and 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Jordan Creek Town Center.

What's nearby

  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sky Glider East - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Casey's Center - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Drake University - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Adventureland - 11 min drive - 6.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • β€ͺMcDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • β€ͺJersey Mike's Subs - ‬11 min walk
  • β€ͺBurger King - ‬16 min walk
  • β€ͺLong John Silver's - ‬13 min walk
  • β€ͺEast 25th Street Pub - ‬9 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.

Fairground Oasis Read~Relax~Rejuvinate

Welcome to The Walnut Retreat! 🌟

Whether you are here for the famous Iowa State Fair or a relaxing getaway, this fully loaded home offers the perfect blend of entertainment and relaxation.

Ultimate Relaxation: 🌟
Unwind in the private hot tub.
It is drained and disinfected between guests and has a locking cover for safety.

Cozy Evenings: 🌟
Gather around the fire pit or relax on the fully furnished, screened-in back porch.

Book Lover's Paradise: 🌟
Explore a massive, curated library with reads for every age.

Secure Parking: 🌟
Garage access keeps your vehicle out of the elements.

Perfectly suited for 4 guests, though it can accommodate up to 6 "our cleaners charge extra for more than 4 guests or if there are pets so this comes with a fee". This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home blends entertainment and relaxation.

Why You Will Love This Space

Prime Location: Just two short blocks from the Iowa State Fairgrounds.

Chef’s Kitchen & BBQ:
Fully stocked for cooking, featuring a dedicated coffee bar and an outdoor charcoal grill.

Modern Comforts:
Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi and enjoy the convenience of main-floor laundry.

Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1: Premium Queen bed.
Bedroom 2: Premium Queen bed.

The Library: Features a twin daybed with a pull-out trundle mattress underneath.

Bonus: For your convenience, both of these high-quality twin mattresses can easily be moved into the main house spaces to fit your group's specific sleeping layout.

πŸ“ Guest Notes & House Rules

Pet Policy: We love animals! Well-behaved pets are welcome to join your stay, we do have a $100 fee assessed at booking for extra cleaning, we must insure that the next guest will be comfortable even if they have pet allergies.

If your pet damages the property in any way a fee of $1000+ will be assessed based on damages/accidents.

Any guest over 4 persons must be included in your booking, a $25 fee per additional person will be added for extra cleaning and laundry.

Library Safety: Children must be supervised by an adult at all times while browsing the library collection.

Grill Essentials: Guests are welcome to use the charcoal grill, but please bring your own bag of charcoal.

Please shower any products if you're skin before entering the hot tub. Please refrain from dunking your head. The back porch houses a personal changing tent, please remove your wet clothes before entering the home. The washer and dryer is right inside the back door for convenience.

The home is stocked with the following:

Ninja blender
Above range microwave
Dishwasher
Water and ice dispenser on fridge
Crock pot
Waffle Maker
Toaster
Pots and pans
Cooking and eating utensils and dishes
Some condiments and seasonings
Popcorn maker
Coffee pot
Hot water kettle
Full knife set
Paper towels
Dish soap
Garbage bags
Cleaning supplies if needed
BBQ utensil set "please bring charcoal"
Baby, Toddler and children's utensils and dishes.
Coffee cups, glasses and reusable water bottles.
Coffee, filters, creamer, sugar and truvia.
Hot chocolate
Ice packs
Can opener
Wine opener
Potato masher
Scissors

If you have any questions at all, feel free to message me!

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 microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this vacation home include barbecue grills and bike storage.
Featured amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

No restriction on pet size, all pets must be pre-approved. Pet messes will assess $1000+ fine. Smoking/Vaping is allowed on the back porch/outdoors.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 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
Long-term renters welcome
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

Fairground Oasis Read~Relax~Rejuvinate Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is exactly as pictured. The small touches like an extra toothbrush or razor, makeup wipes were an added bonus. Nicole was a great communicator and was quick with responses. The back screened in porch was a great quiet spoke to enjoy a cup of coffee or a book. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026