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Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
Explore the area

Woodward, IA
- Picket Fence CreameryPlace, Picket Fence Creamery3 min drive
- Lake Robbins BallroomPlace, Lake Robbins Ballroom8 min drive
- Saylorville LakePlace, Saylorville Lake15 min drive
- Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)48 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Woodward
Located in Woodward, this vacation home is a 5-minute drive from Picket Fence Creamery and 5 minutes from High Trestle Trail Bridge. .This vacation home is 4.6 mi (7.5 km) from Saylorville Lake and 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Lake Robbins Ballroom.
What's nearby
- Picket Fence Creamery - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
- Lake Robbins Ballroom - 8 min drive - 5.9 miles
- Dallas County Hospital - 13 min drive - 12.8 miles
- Saylorville Lake - 15 min drive - 13.8 miles
- Hotel Pattee - 15 min drive - 13.6 miles
Getting around
- Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 44 min drive
Restaurants
- Casey's - 10 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 8 min walk
- Cayannes' Cafe - 5 min walk
- Whistlin' Donkey Sports Bar and Grill - 10 min walk
- Rusted Sprocket Tavern - 9 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.
Nature Lover’s Retreat By the High Trestle Trail!
2.5 Mi to Bridge w/ Trail Access | Main Street Location | Addt’l Rental Nearby
Step off the High Trestle Trail and into your Woodward retreat! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental puts cyclists, hikers, and nature lovers right at the heart of Iowa’s most scenic paths, with cozy indoor spaces to unwind after a day of adventure. Want to explore more? Hike the bluffs at Ledges State Park, or board the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad for a train ride through the countryside. It's up to you!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 2 full beds
- Living Room: 1 full sleeper sofa
MAIN FEATURES
- Flat-screen TV, DVD player
- Dining table
- Board games
- Covered porch (can be used to store bikes)
KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher
- Toaster, microwave
- Coffee maker (starter coffee provided)
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, trash bags/paper towels
GENERAL
- Central A/C & heat, ceiling fans
- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, hangers
- Linens/towels, shampoo, hair dryer
FAQ
- No WiFi
ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 4 steps to enter
- 1 bedroom & 1 bathroom on 1st floor
PARKING
- Driveway (3 vehicles)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS
- An additional property is available within walking distance with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
- 0.2-0.5 miles to Cayannes' Cafe & Gifts, Whistlin' Donkey Sports Bar
- 0.4 miles to Dollar General, High Trestle Trail: 25-mile trail w/ half-mile bridge
- 0.6 miles to Woodward Golf Club
- 2.5 miles to bridge access to the High Trestle Trail and Bridge (500-mile interconnected bike/hiking trail)
- 14 miles to Seven Oaks Recreation: skiing, tubing, river floats
- 16 miles to Hy-Vee Multiplex Powered: batting cages & field, 20 soccer fields
- 18 miles to Ledges State Park
- 19 miles to Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad
- 29-31 miles to Ames, Des Moines
- 33 miles to Des Moines International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking, vaping, or e-cigarettes
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home requires 4 steps to enter; it has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom on the 1st floor
- This property does not offer WiFi
Step off the High Trestle Trail and into your Woodward retreat! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental puts cyclists, hikers, and nature lovers right at the heart of Iowa’s most scenic paths, with cozy indoor spaces to unwind after a day of adventure. Want to explore more? Hike the bluffs at Ledges State Park, or board the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad for a train ride through the countryside. It's up to you!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 2 full beds
- Living Room: 1 full sleeper sofa
MAIN FEATURES
- Flat-screen TV, DVD player
- Dining table
- Board games
- Covered porch (can be used to store bikes)
KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher
- Toaster, microwave
- Coffee maker (starter coffee provided)
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware, trash bags/paper towels
GENERAL
- Central A/C & heat, ceiling fans
- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board, hangers
- Linens/towels, shampoo, hair dryer
FAQ
- No WiFi
ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 4 steps to enter
- 1 bedroom & 1 bathroom on 1st floor
PARKING
- Driveway (3 vehicles)
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS
- An additional property is available within walking distance with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking
-- THE LOCATION --
- 0.2-0.5 miles to Cayannes' Cafe & Gifts, Whistlin' Donkey Sports Bar
- 0.4 miles to Dollar General, High Trestle Trail: 25-mile trail w/ half-mile bridge
- 0.6 miles to Woodward Golf Club
- 2.5 miles to bridge access to the High Trestle Trail and Bridge (500-mile interconnected bike/hiking trail)
- 14 miles to Seven Oaks Recreation: skiing, tubing, river floats
- 16 miles to Hy-Vee Multiplex Powered: batting cages & field, 20 soccer fields
- 18 miles to Ledges State Park
- 19 miles to Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad
- 29-31 miles to Ames, Des Moines
- 33 miles to Des Moines International Airport
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking, vaping, or e-cigarettes
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home requires 4 steps to enter; it has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom on the 1st floor
- This property does not offer WiFi
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stovetop. There's a private patio. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Games
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
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
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 and a first aid kit
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
Property is also known as
562865