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Microwave, oven, stovetop, reusable coffee/tea filters
Miscellaneous
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Des Moines, IA
  • Drake University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Beaverdale stay.Your stay at this Beaverdale cottage places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Drake University and Broadlawns Medical Center. Knapp Center and Waveland Municipal Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Drake University - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Hy Vee Hall - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪8 Degrees Ice Cream & Boba - ‬3 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.

Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood

Welcome to the Happy Happy Guest House!
This charming 1 bd, 1 ba is in the popular, yet quiet, neighborhood of Beaverdale. Ideal for extended stays, this fully furnished space is perfect for traveling professionals, interns, and students. All utilities are included, plus wifi!
This newly renovated backyard guest house has comfortable seating, a plush queen bed, a sleep machine, a fully equipped kitchen, and a sparkling clean bathroom with an oversized soaking tub.
The backyard is shared with the main house so you should be comfortable with our golden retriever, West, who will surely greet you from time to time. There's plenty of street parking and a private garden walkway which guides you to your backyard cottage. Located just 4-12 minutes to all hospitals, Universities, & downtown Des Moines, and just 5 blocks walking distance to Beaverdale's city center for coffee shops, yoga, grocery, and cute boutiques. It’s your home away from home!
Book now to experience comfort, charm, and convenience!

Property manager

Ali and Bogey Machedon

Languages

English, Romanian

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood to the airport?

This cottage is 7.4 mi (27-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood?

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

Is there free parking at Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood to downtown Des Moines?

This cottage is 3.2 mi away from Des Moines.

Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carson K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Des Moines

Quiet unit in a great location. Hosts were excellent and communicative. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025