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Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Games, Office/Gym + Pets Ok!

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Private Hot Tub in Backyard
primary bedroom with attached bathroom
bedroom
finish attic with 2 twin beds (Bonus Room!)
bedroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10202.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Games, Office/Gym + Pets Ok!

Summary:
Welcome to your spacious Des Moines retreat, ideal for up to 10 guests. This charming 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features hardwood floors, cozy living areas with modern and historical touches, and an open kitchen/dining area perfect for gathering. The primary suite includes a private bath, while a finished attic offers twin beds, vintage arcade games, and a versatile office/mini-gym. Outside, enjoy the hot tub, fenced yard, gas grill, yard games, and 2-car garage for ultimate convenience.

The Space:
Managed by @TraverseHospitality
◐ Hot tub
◐ Propane Grill
◐ Office/Mini-Gym
◐ Pets Ok >> Fenced in Yard
◐ Sonos Sound System
◐ Fully equipped kitchen
◐ Electric Fireplace + Large TV + Lounge Area
◐ Sleeps 10
◐ Fast Internet (200+ mbps)
◐Vintage Arcade console + many boardgames

3 mins ➔ Ingersoll (Best Restaurants & Bars in DSM)
4 mins ➔ Drake University
7 mins ➔ DSM Civic Center
8 mins ➔ Iowa State Capital
8 mins ➔ DSM Farmer's Market
9 mins ➔ Grey's Lake
16 mins ➔ Des Moines Airport (DSM)

➔ Bedrooms
Bedroom 1: King Bed w/ en-suite bathroom, Smart TV
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Smart TV
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Smart TV
Bedroom 4: Queen Bed, Smart TV
Bonus Room (Finished Attic): 2 Twin Beds, Vintage Arcade Games, Smart TV

Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire house & large fenced in backyard.
Please note if you are bringing toddlers, there are two sets of open stairs with no gates.

Please Note: We do utilize a weblink outside the platform that directs guests to our guidebook. You will receive an email with this link. This is the ONLY way guests can access check-in information, and facilitates the collection of pet fees and other special requests/upgraded services we offer.

The Neighborhood:
There is a vibrant neighborhood surrounding our home! This area boasts an array of exciting bars and restaurants, as well as numerous walkable attractions. Located near Drake University, our Airbnb offers convenient access to the campus and its many amenities. From the eclectic East Village to the charming Beaverdale neighborhood, you'll have plenty of areas to explore during your stay. Don't miss out on the fantastic shopping and dining options at nearby Ingersoll Avenue, or take a stroll through Greenwood Park. Book now and experience all that Des Moines has to offer!

Getting Around:
We recommend bringing your own car to get around as there are very few public transportation options.

Other Things to Note:
Pets are allowed. There is an additional pet fee of $50 if you are bringing a pet (2 pets max).

No Smoking of any kind inside the house. Ashtray will be provided in the backyard.

Interaction with Guests:
We like to give our guests complete privacy to enjoy the home, but we're just a text or phone call away!

Property manager

Traverse Hospitality
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

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Important information

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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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Des Moines

Drake, a neighbourhood in Des Moines, 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 Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden and Science Center of Iowa are also worth visiting.
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Des Moines, Iowa

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Hy Vee Hall - 5 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Black Cat Ice Cream - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pancheros Mexican Grill - Des Moines Ingersoll - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪8 Degrees Ice Cream & Boba - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Games, Office/Gym + Pets Ok! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Games, Office/Gym + Pets Ok!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Games, Office/Gym + Pets Ok!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hot Tub, Fenced Yard, Games, Office/Gym + Pets Ok! located?

Located in Drake, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Des Moines Community Playhouse and Drake University. Waveland Municipal Golf Course and Des Moines Art Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alexandra S.

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

Weekend Get Away

this was a grwat place to stay. Out of the hustle and bustle but close enough to restraunts and entertainment. house was clean and well supplied.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy S.

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

Comfortable and enjoyable home away from home

We had a great stay and really enjoyed our time staying in this DSM house. I love homes that allow us to bring our fur-babies. It’s a nice house with an interesting layout but not so perfect that I’m scared to live in it especially with my dogs. We had everything we needed and then some. The hot tub was very relaxing. Warning: every bedroom has stairs. This home is only for those capable of climbing somewhat steep stairs. If you can do that, you’re good. The kitchen is well equipped. The skillets weren’t in the best shape, but I scrubbed one a little cleaner to use—that’s more on whoever used it last. There are some loose knobs/quirky doors/dead battery in the candle remote/light bulbs out, but those are only very minor things. We appreciated the owner plowing the front porch/stairs/back patio and sidewalks when it snowed. Communication was great. I’d stay here again for sure. For me personally this is 5 stars because I don’t want to live in a perfect house that I’d be scared to relax and live in, but for others you’d probably consider it 4 stars that with just a little minor maintenance would make it 5.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

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

Roomy Comfort

This property was the best VRBO we've ever stayed at.so far.We came to town for the holidays and found the house comfortable, with plenty of room to relax between gatherings. Every bedroom has a TV, plenty of pillows, room for your things, and a comfortable bed. The only drawback to the house was the stairs. There are stairs everywhere. We will definitely book this house again. As long as no one is on crutches.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Shellie V.

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

Family Christmas

Overall was good stay. Only complaint was the beds were really hard.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Great house for family, pets and kids

My family has stayed at a lot of VRBOs. Many of them were awful. This is one of the cleanest, most thoughtful homes we've stayed in. While my kids are 7 and 9, now, I know this would have been a great stay if the were babies or toddlers. There is a high chair, baby tub, pack and play, and several gates.It's INCREDIBLY clean. There are no tchotchkis that kids or pets could get into. We brought our dog, who still gets into everything, and it was really easy to have him there as there were no knick-knacksHad the weather been warm, we would have utilized the fenced in outside area.The neighborhood is very cute and we could walk to the grocery store and some places for food. As a mom I appreciate that there was a washer and dryer (though we didn't use it), dishwasher, and a few games to play.We had a few questions during our stay and we got responses incredibly fast. We had a lovely time and will absolutely book this place again when we go back to that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

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

Great house for family, pets and kids

My family has stayed at a lot of VRBOs and Airbnbs. Many of them were awful. This is one of the cleanest, most thoughtful homes we've stayed in. While my kids are 7 and 9, now, I know this would have been a great stay if the were babies or toddlers. There is a high chair, baby tub, pack and play, and several gates.It's INCREDIBLY clean. There are no tchotchkis that kids or pets could get into. We brought our dog, who still gets into everything, and it was really easy to have him there as there were no knick-knacksHad the weather been warm, we would have utilized the fenced in outside area.The neighborhood is very cute and we could walk to the grocery store and some places for food. As a mom I appreciate that there was a washer and dryer (though we didn't use it), dishwasher, and a few games to play.We had a few questions during our stay and we got responses incredibly fast. We had a lovely time and will absolutely book this place again when we go back to that area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

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

Lovely stay in Des Moines

Easy check-in and access. Great neighborhood. Plenty of parking. Lovely accommodations. Loads of space. Fun extras like fireplace and hot tub. Perfect for our lady’s weekend. 10/10. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DeeDee

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

Great in town get away!

We loved the environment! Great place for our business meeting and our theater troupe to meet! Would be great for a family song though too!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah O.

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

Little getaway to Adventureland

Check-in process was easy. The host was very accommodating letting us drop off personal items before check-in home is clean! And provided lots entertainment everybody of all ages to do
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Shannon N.

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

Nice house..but needed better cleaning

House was in a great location for our needs; however, was not clean. Found a bag of trash in one of the bedside tables, couple of the bathroom cans had not been emptied and there was nasty dirty dishes in the dishwasher. Also for a place that can accommodate 10 people the fact that there was literally 4 wash clothes was a bit odd. The photos matched fairly well although be warned the bedroom with the two twin beds are through a closet on the middle floor
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA T.

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

Zoo trip

We came to Des Moines to go to the Blank Park Zoo and Science Center. The house fit us well. A little high in price but made our trip very enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Great central location!

We loved our stay in Des Moines. We brought our kids to go to Adventureland and explore in DM. This place was perfect for us. Very clean, very easy location to get to wherever you need to go. Owners are wonderful at communication. Would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Des moines

It was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy Y.

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

parent visit

We had a lovely visit to Des Moines with my son and his fiance. The house was well situated to all the fun breweries and restaurants and parks in the area. The biggest plus were the most comfortable mattresses! I love a firm mattress and these were fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandi M.

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

Stay

Amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRYAN H., LONG PRAIRIE, MN

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

Easy access

This house is very suitable for several persons to stay. Hosts are easy to communicate wth. I recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Roland W., Grantham

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Poor Communication Spoiled Our Golden Wedding Anniversary

First this Host Does not communicate ,Not even a Help Tel Number in the House. They changed Check_in Process I think so Guests cannot get in early, you cannot get their app to work until the Hour & day of check_in ,we had to sit on the door step for over 15 mins until dead on 4pm. most of their emails are from Virtual people IE a computer,The House has Hazards like loose air con metal covers in the floors ,a Hand rail to the lower TV room loose and with a long rusty screw sticking out at the bottom, they showed no interest, we have in been treated this way in 40years of travel abroad. On a personal note if you want a good vacation with a good Host then Stay away from High Rocky Homes, we contacted VRBO for help they gave us 2 numbers to call High rocky Homes 1 just rang (No Answer Machine and the other just rang off ,STAY AWAY from this Host they treated us with total dissrespect Roland
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura S., Des Moines, IA

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

Great location and place to stay while in Des Moines

The property was clean and well maintained. We were super close to everything and will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Peggy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

It was a perfect location.

We had a fabulous time. Used the hot tub a couple times that was an extra bonus. All the bedrooms were perfect. The bathroom upstairs could use a little fixing... The shower sounds like the floor will fall out it cracks horribly. The sink did not have a drain stopper therefore if you dropped anything it would go right down the drain. When you run the water its very loud can hear it in all the bedrooms. Still we had a wonderful time...
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

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

Great, spacious house close to Drake

This house is located in a quiet neighborhood close to Drake. It is nicely furnished, has plenty of room and lots of gathering spaces.The office was perfect for me to get some work done, while the runner among us enjoyed the hot tub after a workout.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M., West Allis

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

Girls Trip

We had a wonderful stay. The house was spacious and had wonderful amenities. We loved the backyard and hot tub. The hosts were very responsive too. If we are every back in Des Moines we will defiantly be staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne H.

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

Lovely property!

My entire family was impressed with how lovely this property is! Every amenity was provided and every detail was attended to! So very accommodating! This is not a criticism, but a consideration for other groups. Some elderly people might find the many steps to be brutal. A few in our group did. Oh! We especially loved the poster in the main floor living area with the I Love Des Moines, Travelers Insurance sign in place of Love. My grandpa made and erected that sign back in the '60's! My mom and my aunt told me to make sure I told you that! Thanks for everything! We'll be looking for this property when we come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

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

Great location

Home has been remodeled with nice furniture and new appliances. The master bedroom bed was very comfortable. Quiet neighborhood. Great location. We liked the large garage parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron L.

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

Family time ❤️

We traveled to Des Moines for a weekend with our kids and grandkids. We were a group of 6 adults and 3 kids and two dogs. This property was PERFECT for our needs! Beautiful home, very clean, quiet and well furnished. We made use of both the backyard and front porch space, and we enjoyed having use of the oversized two stall garage for parking. The house is located in a nice neighborhood with easy access to the interstate, downtown Des Moines and Blank Park Zoo. Communication with both the owner and the website was prompt and easy and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to visit again!! We would 100% recommend this rental property. Thank you for allowing us to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in middle of Des Moines

Great location. Easy to get to most Des Moines landmarks.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

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