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One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond

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Exterior
Beautiful Pond Setting
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ankeny, IA
  • Saylorville Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Des Moines Area Community College
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Drake University
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond

One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond. You will truly feel like you are on a resort but will be able to have this piece of paradise all for yourself. The pond has lots of newly stocked fish that you can enjoy fishing right off the dock. The house features 4 bedrooms & 3 baths.

****** Please Note:

Guests will be asked to leave the property immediately for the following reasons (any unused rental monies will not be refunded):
* Must be 25 years of age to rent the property-- no exceptions.
* Exceeding maximum occupancy (12 is maximum occupancy including visitors)
* Disruptive behavior
* Bringing any type of pet into the home
* Smoking/vaping in or around the home
* Any type of drug use
* Violating any of the house rules as defined in the rental agreement
Quiet family-friendly neighborhood
Parking is located south of the home.
This A-Frame Home features an open concept space-- perfect for those desiring more family time. Enjoy sitting on the deck & listening to all that nature has to offer. Located 5 minutes from Saylorville Lake, 8 minutes to Prairie Trail District, and 20 minutes to downtown Des Moines.
- Security cameras are located at each door and 3 on the exterior of the home.

Property manager

Wiederin Family

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No swimming in the pond
Quiet hours after 10pm.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ankeny

Ankeny is home to this holiday home. Jordan Creek Town Center is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park and Pole Position Raceway are also worth visiting.
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Ankeny, IA

What's nearby

  • Saylorville Lake - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Des Moines Area Community College - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 17 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Drake University - 19 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Adventureland - 20 min drive - 22.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Cafe & Bakery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Backpocket Pin & Pixel - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond located?

Situated in Ankeny, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Saylorville Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Des Moines Area Community College and Ankeny Art Center. Faith Baptist Bible College and Polk City Refuge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josh N.

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

Great short stay

In town for the state tournament, perfect relaxing home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

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

Ankeny pond house

We had a family there and it was perfect for all of us so warm and welcoming we would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie A.

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

Wonderful getaway

Great place, very spacious with lots of comfortable rooms. Love the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristan S.

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

Fantastic !!!

The property is absolutely beautiful …the trees, the pond, the house itself has everything you would need!! We had a wonderful girls weekend. Very relaxed and quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Melinda C.

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

Family thanksgiving and sister 60th SURPRISE~

The house and property were immaculate and beautiful. The manager was somewhat short with me when I reached out regarding sending the code to enter the property which I felt was unnecessary, especially considering the premium price we paid for the house. We did enjoy our stay and appreciate being close to the venue we had planned for our family get togethers.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant B.

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

Great stay in Ankeny near friends.

We had a great stay at this property. Very comfortable and clean. Very nice place. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill C., DeWitt

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

Des Moines weekend

Beautiful setting close to many activities. Our family had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E.

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

Family Vacation

Beautiful home! It is exactly as described. The host was verybquick to respond to a question we had. The pond was a big highlight! We enjoyed our evenings on the deck. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Family bonding weekend.

Beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darin B.

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

Great property for our family

The entire property (house, outside, pond) was very clean and exactly as listed. It was a great place for our short family getaway and if we need to stay in the area again, I will check to see if this property is available. Thank you for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L., Washington, MO

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

Amazing property with plenty of room!

This house was great and with plenty of room and space to move around. Close to amenities and easy to navigate features close to home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

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

Fabulous!

Excellent property … it was everything it said plus more!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kim S.

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

Annual valentines/wine trip

Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanie W.

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

Amazing! This property is spacious, clean and well equipped. Well decorated and very comfy!

I was meeting with four friends who did not know one another so we needed spaces to just sit and visit as well as eat. This home was just the spot with indoor and outdoor spaces to sit comfortably and visit. All of us had plenty of space in our bedrooms, and the living spaces were fantastic. Very comfortable and conducive to conversation. I could not be happier with the stay we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary M.

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

Trip to Iowa State University

Beautiful property. Common space is perfect for gathering of family and friends yet provides private sleeping areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen E.

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

As Advertised - No Surprises

This home is just what they say it is! It’s really clean, super comfortable, and totally enjoyable. We were glad to find it and will try to book again when we’re in Iowa. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie G.

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

Great Family Time

The property is gorgeous and has just the right amount of space for kids to run and explore safely. At the same time, there are plenty of spots with gorgeous views to relax with a cold drink or cup of coffee and take in the beauty of nature and kids playing about. Beds were comfortable and house/kitchen is well furnished! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

erin p., olathe

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Getaway

Stayed at this property for two nights over the Summer. We had two families (4 adults, 4 kids) and the house was a perfect fit! Kids loved fishing each morning and evening in the pond! Short distance to Saylorville Lake where we rented a boat for the day. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Property

This was a well appointed place for our quarterly board meeting with ample table space for working. Kitchen was well equipped. The grounds are lovely. However, no hair dryers! Five women and no hair dryer…not good!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

KATHY

IT WAS A GREAT TIME AT THE "POND HOUSE". THIS IS WHAT MY GRANDKIDS CALLED IT.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle M.

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

Beautiful Property!

The property was very well maintained on a beautiful manicured lot. Plenty of seating for our group of 8. The kitchen was well stocked with many kitchen utensils to prepare a meal. We do have a few suggestions: When we arrived there was only 1/4 of a paper towel roll. Please have an extra roll on hard. There were no storage bags, plastic wrap or tin foil. If you have foil it will save on the wear and tear of your pans. You also did not have any Pyrex type storage containers. With a big house and grill I am sure your guests eat in. Finally, there were hardly any hand towels & was cloths (not very sanitary with one bath on the main floor). Finally, not many bath towels & quality of the towels did not match the house. These are a few suggestions that would have helped may our brief stay more enjoyable when preparing meals. Thank you very much! Over all you have beautiful property and great for families or multiple couples! :-)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick D., Portland

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

Beautiful stay

I was so impressed with this property when I found the listing, but when we showed up we were blown away! Beautiful cabin feel both inside and out. This is a stay that I highly recommend to any group!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Takoul Y.

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

Great Place

Thank you for sharing your home with us. We had a wonderful reunion there. Place was clean and comfortable for all of us to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristi L., Burr Ridge, IL

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

Great Family Escape

We met our extended family here and it was a great stay. The setting is lovely and close to Saylorville Lake. Boating during the day and relaxing at night. Kids fished in the pond with grandpa. Beautiful home fully stocked with lots of space to spread out--we would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Wiederin Family

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