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Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

Vacation home near Drake University in Des Moines

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A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug. There is a window with blinds, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a coffee maker, and a bowl of fruit on the counter.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a chandelier. There are windows and a door leading to another room.
A porch with a white chair, a small table with a vase, and a chair with a checkered seat.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Community Playhouse
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Knapp Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Drake stay.Your stay at this Drake vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Drake University and Casey's Center. Des Moines Community Playhouse and Waveland Municipal Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Drake University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Des Moines Community Playhouse - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Waveland Municipal Golf Course - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Black Cultural Center - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Knapp Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Habanero’s - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Mie Bakery & Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Hugo’s - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪University Library Cafe - ‬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.

Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

Experience all that Des Moines has to offer with ease from this 3-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental! Featuring 2 Smart TVs, a fully equipped kitchen, and in-unit laundry, this home offers all the comforts and conveniences needed for a stress-free and memorable stay. Hit the links at Waveland Golf Course or explore Des Moines Art Center, and if you're traveling with kids, Blank Park Zoo is less than 8 miles away. When night falls, head to Greenwood Lounge or Lefty’s for drinks and live music!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Central Location | Keyless Entry | WFH Friendly | 3.7 Mi to Downtown

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3 (Loft): 3 Twin Beds

INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, dining table, laptop workspace, board games, ceiling fans
OUTDOOR LIVING: Furnished porch, furnished patio, dining area, private yard
KITCHEN: Dishware/flatware, cooking basics, drip coffee maker, microwave, toaster
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C & heating, linens/towels, iron/board, washer, dryer, trash bags, paper towels, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries
FAQ: Access only by stairs, 1st-floor bedrooms, 1 Ring doorbell camera (facing front entry)
PARKING: Driveway (1 vehicle), free street parking (first-come, first-served)

-- THE LOCATION --

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS: Waveland Golf Course (0.9 miles), Salisbury House (1.9 miles), Des Moines Art Center (2.0 miles), Pappajohn Sculpture Park (3.3 miles), Des Moines Science Center (4.2 miles), Iowa State Capitol (4.4 miles), Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (4.8 miles), Des Moines Water Works Park (5.8 miles), Blank Park Zoo (7.9 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Drake Park (1.6 miles), Bill Riley Trail (2.3 miles), Chamberlain Park (2.3 miles), Greenwood Park (2.4 miles), Ashworth Pool (2.5 miles), Gray’s Lake & Water Works Park (3.3 miles)
BARS + LIVE MUSIC: Lefty’s Live Music (1.3 miles), Greenwood Lounge (1.6 miles), The Bartender’s Handshake (1.6 miles), G T (1.7 miles), Hoyt Sherman Place (2.6 miles), Gas Lamp (2.6 miles), Noce (3.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Des Moines International Airport (6.7 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access, and while there are 2 bedrooms on the 1st floor, the remaining bedroom is on the 2nd floor and requires additional stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Golfing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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 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

  • No pets 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.5 mi (20-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (18-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! to downtown Des Moines?

This vacation home is 3 mi away from Des Moines.

Family-Friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for a girls weekend. Plenty of space, it was clean, and the location was perfect for what we were doing. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it! The home was super cute, comfortable, and had everything we needed for our stay in Des Moines.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

James

Wonderful stay!

This house is charming and beautifully kept. Everything you could need for a nice stay. In a quiet neighborhood but easy access to downtown. Highly recommend!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay

We were in town for a short time. This house was a comfortable place to stay with the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maylindy

Transferring to Drake

This was a great area to stay in. We were close to where we were moving our daughter into school. The area was quiet and we enjoyed the stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damasio D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Second stay

Our favorite DSM place to stay! We visited in the summer and loved the place so much, we knew we wanted to book it the next time we were in Des Moines! Excellent property. Perfect location, perfect property!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
The house is super cute. There was plenty of room for everyone. We came to Iowa for a wedding. The house was in driving distance of everything we needed. I would definitely book this listing again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet neighborhood, good location

This was a nice house in a quiet neighborhood. Great coffee shop and Hyvee within walking distance. Perfect for our family of 4.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Don P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Stay

The house and process were great. It was awesome having access to the garage to store our bikes.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Weekend

We were a group of 6, the house worked great for us - were a little worried about only one bathroom, but it wasn’t an issue. Location was great and easy to access. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Damasio D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, quiet neighborhood

Beautiful property. Location was very quiet and perfect for our family. Shared driveway was hard to access due to neighbors’ many cars, but street parking was safe and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cottage near Drake

We loved the beauty of this cute house and it was quite comfy. Emily has stocked it with everything one might need (thank you!). The family enjoyed our stay and it was so convenient to central Des Moines.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute cozy house

Such a cute cozy house pictures don’t do it justice, bigger than expected. The kitchen had the essentials plus some. Perfect for families. Everything you need to be comfortable. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient location

We have stayed at this property twice as it is very near family in DesMoines. Property is exactly as pictured and very comfortable. Almost everything you need is provided. Also very close to Drake university and convenient to downtown DesMoines. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trent M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, comfortable house

House was neat and clean. Spacious and well stocked with all necessities. Cute and comfortable. Close to restaurants and grocery store. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home for family stay

Brought my family with two young kids to Des Moines to visit family. The home worked out well for our visit. The only thing worth noting for young children is there is no bathtub, just a shower (we made it work). The upstairs loft was a nice play area for the kids + cousins when hanging out.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house.

We booked the house kind of last minute. Communication was excellent. The house was clean and well stocked. It had everything you needed from towels to cook wear to bandaids. I had two quick messages to the host, and she responded immediately. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
May I recommend a natural gas insert for fireplace. Not much of a screen watcher, I rather visit with a fire on when visiting in the winter. Otherwise the property was an excellent venue.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pictures don’t do it justice!

House is adorable with so much space. It’s even better in person compared to the pictures. Kitchen is well equipped, beds are comfortable and having coffee on the front porch was perfect. The entire neighborhood is a delight and we enjoyed taking a walk around the area. The 4 of us enjoyed our Girls Weekend very much. Side note: the owner was extremely sweet and helpful to us as well!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brooke N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super comfortable!

We found ourselves suddenly needing to stay an additional week in Des Moines, and snagged up this gem. The kids had fun on the upper floor, playing games and getting out energy. We - adults and kids - had a sleepover up there. So cozy. The kitchen is nicely stocked for preparing meals (pans, Tupperware, serving spoons, bowls). We were happy to have a greater range of dishes than the previous place we rented. Sadly we couldn’t get the gas grill working, but it wasn’t a problem. Overall, highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zachary L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property in a Convenient Location

My family and I chose to stay here during the State Wrestling tournament to be away from all of the busy hotels. It was a very nice property in a quiet neighborhood that had more then enough room for all of us. This property had all of the necessities and than a whole lot more to make the stay more enjoyable. It was beyond nice to end a 12 or 13 hour long day with being able to relax in a living room drinking tea and watching TV while the kids were in the loft and everyone not being on-top of each other. The Property manager was very responsive and made the stay easy and process pleasant. The full size refrigerator and the washer and dryer are something that you take for granite and are nice to have on a longer stay. This property will be our first choice, before any hotels or other houses, when we are in Des Moines.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Kris M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Not Clean

We were very excited when we arrived, the place is much bigger than in the pictures. However, the house was not clean. The beds were made, but the sheets were obviously dirty from the previous guests. There was hair and crumbs on the sheets. Next to the bed the previous guests had spilled coffee on the nightstand and the sticky coffee stains were still there. The shower was not cleaned after the previous guests, obvious hair that was not ours was all over the base of the shower floor. We are not picky people, but clean sheets is a pretty standard expectation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura and Darek L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend!

We had a wonderful stay! The house is so beautiful and well stocked with everything you will need. We stayed with our 2 kids and it was very family friendly. The hosts were amazing, helped us immediately and answered all of our questions when we reached out. Can’t say enough about how kind they were. It’s really close to a grocery store, cute local coffee shop and lots of restaurants. We would highly recommend staying here and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022