Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235.

Des Moines, Iowa
$227 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

This home away from home is perfect for families and friends visiting Des Moines. The CapeCod style home is steps away from The Waveland Cafe. Quick access to I235 which will get you in and around Des Moines in minutes! We are nestled in a quiet neighborhood close to Drake University and downtown.
The kitchen is the heart of this 1500 sq foot home. The kitchen connects the spacious living area to the separate dining room, as well as 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. The main suite, locatedupstairs, features a queen sized bed and 3 piece bathroom.
The basement provides an additional bedroom and 3 piece bathroom with laundry as well as a bonus room. There is plenty of off street parking available at the house.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1500 Sq Ft (139 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Travel Crib
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

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School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Shannon G.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 2, 2025

    Great location for our family to stay while visiting my son at Drake University.

  • Dawn S.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    This is an adorable little home close to the Beaverdale area of Des Moines. Not far from the university and perfect for our trip, which took us to the downtown farmers market, Jordan Creek shopping center, restaurants throughout the city and even a trip to the outlet mall. The location was perfect. The four bedrooms were wonderful and the idea of having three full baths made the trip enjoyable with teenage girls.It was a great use of space in a small home.We will be checking availability next time we travel back to the Des Moines area.

  • Rhonda D.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Aug 5, 2025

    Love staying here for our annual trip to Iowa state fair...great location and comfortable!

  • Donna C.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Jul 23, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay.

  • Patty G.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    Great home and location! Large living space, comfortable beds, and nice extras like snacks and water bottles!

  • Cindy T.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 9, 2025

    Very nice place, owners were fantastic!!!

  • John-Paul H.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 12, 2025

    Wonderful property. Very comfortable and cozy. Location is perfect and the neighborhood is very quiet.

  • Kathryn T.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed May 29, 2025

    This house was absolutely perfect for our stay in Des Moines! We were there for a family gathering of relatives from across the US and we needed a space centrally located with room for one parent, two grown kids, and a small dog. The house, yard, and parking space was more than adequate with four bedrooms, all beautifully appointed. The kitchen and dining area was great, and the living room was spacious and welcoming.

  • Michele T.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2025

    Stayed Jun 3, 2025

    We are extremely pleased with our stay in Des Moines. The property was perfect for us and our family and the house had everything we needed and more. We will be back to this property

  • vicki m.

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    Beds comfortable, central location, lots of dishes and cooking equipment. Many nice extras: snacks for hungry young adults after long drive not wanting to go shopping after long drive. Coffee provided. Internet could have been better.

  • Laura V.

    Submitted Apr 9, 2025

    Stayed Apr 3, 2025

    We stayed here a few nights when visiting our daughter who attends Drake University. The location was great.The hosts were very attentive when we had questions.Overall, it was a great stay.

  • Katie W.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    This adorable little home was not only super cute, clean, and cozy, but it had so many things we needed for our little Des Moines vacation. ❤️

  • Submitted Aug 21, 2024

    Stayed Aug 14, 2024

    Perfect size for our stay. Showing sheep at state fair and nice having four bedrooms for everyone and three bathrooms. Snacks that were available were perfect for everyone after a very long day traveling and at the fair. Great washing machine and dryer for doing laundry. Deer greeted us one morning and one evening. Really enjoyed our stay!!

  • Rhonda D.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2024

    Stayed Aug 6, 2024

    Loved everything about it!

  • Chris M.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    I booked based upon the stellar reviews but honestly was thinking, “It can’t be that great”. I’m the first to admit I was wrong. This place is absolutely perfect for a stay away from home. Great neighborhood, great house, easy access to interstate, and the snacks Miriam left just made it feel like she cares. Will stay here again without a doubt

  • joey w.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2024

    Stayed Jul 28, 2024

    Good property. Great owner

  • Daniel R.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2024

    Stayed Jul 11, 2024

    Host was very quick to respond and very accommodating to our travel times for check in. House was as described and very clean and in a quiet area. Also, as an added bonus snacks and drinks were provided which the kids loved. Would not hesitate if back in the area to stay here again.

  • Kristi P.

    Submitted Jul 2, 2024

    Stayed Jun 28, 2024

    We enjoyed our stay at this property. We had two couples and used the bedrooms and bathrooms on the first and second floors. The beds were very comfortable and we slept well. The living room was great for relaxing and talking; we also made use of the kitchen and dining room. The home was clean and had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Submitted Jun 22, 2024

    Stayed Jun 7, 2024

    We loved our stay … it was clean and spacious! Our kids enjoyed how close we were to everything … especially the Waveland Cafe!

  • Linda M.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2024

    Stayed Jun 12, 2024

    My family enjoyed a wonderful week at this property. The location is handy for any destination in the Des Moines metro area as the freeway is just a couple blocks away. There are several grocery stores, bakery, coffee shops, even a playground, within a 6 block radius and the neighborhood is safe and walkable. The house is great for use by several generations (we had grandma, adult children & grandchildren) because there are multiple living areas. It was absolutely spotless and we found a large basket of snacks upon arrival! We will definitely return!!

  • Solomon S.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2024

    Stayed May 24, 2024

    House was very clean, check-in was easy, and plenty of room for the family.

  • Alvin L.

    Submitted May 26, 2024

    Stayed May 16, 2024

    It would have been more than enough to stay in a place that checked the boxes - clean, near points of interest, comfortable, nice neighborhood. What makes this place special are the personal touches. A variety of snacks that seem to be the ones you want. The decorations that show a pride in Des Moines and Iowa. A selection of name brand amenities. Sheets and towels soft to the touch. And much more! All of this is due to the owner, Miriam, who made us feel welcome. It's obvious that she cared about making our stay special. I'm guessing she feels that way about all of her quests. I don't rend to firewall 5 stars. This place deserved the ratings. I would happily stay here again. I highly recommend you choose this home for your visit to Des Moines!

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$227+
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