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Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8

Vacation home near Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines

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A porch with a teal swing seat, a turquoise door, and a 'WELCOME' sign.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, three black stools, a vase with yellow flowers, and a bowl of fruit on the windowsill.
A room with a bed, a yellow chair, and a TV on the wall.
A living room with a sofa, a round rug, a TV mounted on a wooden wall, and a window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, black bar stools, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Sky Glider East
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand View Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

What's nearby

  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Sky Glider East - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Grand View Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Casey's Center - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Drake University - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bud Tent - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Depot - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Long John Silver's - ‬6 min walk

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8 to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.5 mi (29-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8?

As of Oct 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8 on Nov 4, 2026 start from $217, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8 have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8 offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (12-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8 have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8 have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8 to downtown Des Moines?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi away from Des Moines.

Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8 Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was great. Owner was very nice and gave us information on current attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for the stay. We enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved it here! The host, Jessica, was very communicative and so kind. The property was comfortable and felt like home. We also travel with our 1 year old son and the neighborhood and outdoor area was absolutely perfect for him. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, cozy home away from home! Close to all Des Moines has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great yard with a wonderful swinging campfire. Great contact with the host and very clean house with a big bathroom. Loved the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun and funky with a lovely yard, porch swing, and table and chairs on the porch. Clearly a work of love, and Jesse was an excellent host—thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and was just right for what we needed. The host promptly got back to me each time I messaged her and answered all my questions. The price was right and I would definitely rent this property again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home to stay in

Our stay here was very cozy. The host was very kind as well.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good place and owner

Had a great time staying in Des Moines. Host was very nice and fast responding!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was a nice little house layout was a little weird but none the less it was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay by the Fairgrounds

Property is absolutely perfect. So close to the fairgrounds and such a comfortable place. We will definitely be staying here again the next time we visit Iowa
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cozy house

Great small house. Host was great!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick Girls Night

We had a wonderful time and it was perfect for a quick girls night. Would stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable beds, close to fair, clean, and nice. Jessica, the host was a super host with immediate feedback and getting what we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect for couples

Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and Great host

We had a wonderful stay! Jessica was a great host—very responsive and easy to communicate with. The property had plenty of space for our family of six and was in a fantastic location, just minutes from Wells Fargo Arena. Everything was as described, and the whole experience was smooth from start to finish. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

This is the cutest little house! It had everything we could possibly need. Backyard area is amazing and kept the kids entertained. House was clean and functional. Beds are comfortable! Awesome location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was wonderful. The unit was very cute and clean. We felt very welcome. The location was central to our needs. We wish we could have enjoyed the backyard more, but time did not permit. Overall, we were very pleased with our stay and host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the porch swing!

Loved the porch swing and even ordered one!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Good enough

Grandchildren enjoyed their space downstairs and enjoyed our company upstairs!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
It was interesting. There was a surprise massage bed in the basement run by a sump pump.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our two day mini vacation to Iowa. Our daughter turned 14 on Monday August 4th and we spent the day at Adventureland having a blast and the fun continued when we were back at Jessica’s house we rented. This house is kept up very well and was so cozy to spend time in. It is very obvious how much care goes into this rental for their guests! It was also extremely easy to communicate with our host, Jessica. We Will definitely stay here again if we are back in that area for any overnight plans!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thank you

The place was perfectly decorated and created a very cozy environment that is literally just 3 miles from HyVee Center. The house is located close to restaurants and a grocery store which made it really nice. We enjoyed playing card games and relaxing in-between our wrestling event. Will definitely stay here again! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Review

Was weird that the steps to get to the basement are in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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