The CORN CRIB: Spa - Game Room - BBQ - Office - DOWNTOWN - Sleeps 14

Des Moines, Iowa
$328 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 14

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

DESCRIPTION:
Close to Downtown Des Moines, IA sits this spacious, fully remodeled, 1890's home that can sleep up to 14 guests.

Our historic home offers many unique features to make your stay enjoyable. Some of which include:
- Privacy fenced in backyard with a 6 person spa, BBQ & fire pit
- Finished 3rd floor/kid game room
- 3 full bathrooms, 4 bedrooms & a private work space
- Built in, custom dining area to seat a large group
- Fully stocked kitchen
- Private office space

We know that you will love your stay at The Corn Crib!

THE SPACE:
Kitchen: updated with granite counters to allow your inner chef to flow. Basic cooking utensils, salt/pepper/cooking spray, baking dishes, pots and pans, crock pot, toaster, blender, Kureg and a coffee maker (with coffee packs, teabags, creamer and sweetener to get you started).

Dining: off of the kitchen you will find a dining room with a built-in table and bench. Space-saver highchair available in the laundry closet, if needed.

Living Room: when you walk in the front door, you will be greeted by a cozy welcome area, and the family room with two queen sized pull-out-couches (bedding located in the upstairs bedroom closet) and an overstuffed chair. The living room also offers a 65” flat-screen smart TV to allow you to login to all your favorite streaming services during your stay.

Bedrooms: on the second level you will find three bedrooms and a full bathroom. Two of the bedrooms are equipped with queen beds, and the other bedroom has two queen beds in it. All bedrooms have brand new memory foam topped mattresses, dressers, smart TVs, and nightstands with touch smart lamps to easily charge your phone at night. Pack-N-Play available in a bedroom closet if needed.

Kid Zone/Game Room: On the third and final floor, which is the finished attic, you will find a smart TV with a Wii system and games, fun seating, game tables, and a full bathroom. The attic is finished with A/C and Heat, but do note due to it being an older home, the temp does not always keep up with the other levels perfectly. Ceilings and doorways are also lower in some areas, so watch your head if you join the kids for some gaming!

Bathrooms: Our home offers three full bathrooms. One bathroom is upstairs with the bedrooms, one in the KID ZONE (Attic) and the other is on the main level just off the dining room. Each bathroom is fully stocked with fresh towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash.

Patio: Off the back of the house you will have full access to a private 6 person hot tub, fully fenced in backyard, jungle gym and a swing for the kids to play, a propane grill and a fire-pit (wood not provided).

Office: A quiet office is conveniently located in the 4th bedroom on the main level with a desk and twin trundle beds.

Laundry: First floor washer and dryer available with enough detergent to start off your stay. The ironing board and iron are also accessible in the laundry room for your convenience.

Parking: Free, off-street parking in the driveway, with enough space to park 3-4 vehicles. The garage will not be accessible. There is additional free parking in the street.

THINGS TO NOTE:
After requesting your reservation, you will receive a notification to complete our Rental Agreement, confirming the terms and conditions of your stay - which you will be able to execute digitally. Access to the property will not be granted until the Rental Agreement is signed.

Although our rental agreement contains our house rules, we ask that you please familiarize yourself with these few important items:
- No pets
- No smoking
- No glitter/confetti
- No dies/soaps/bubble bath/or glass in the hot tub
(clear violation of any of these items will result in an additional cleaning fee)

All areas of the home are open for guests to use. The dining room closet, basement, and garage however, are restricted for housekeeping supplies and will remain locked during your stay.

Our home has three (3) exterior security cameras. One is on the south side facing the side/street, one is on the east side facing the driveway/street, and one is a doorbell camera. Our goal is to keep the house safe, while also respecting your privacy.

For your stay, we provide a starter kit for essentials and toiletries:
- Shampoo/conditioner/body wash dispensers in each shower
- First couple days supply of coffee/k cups
- First few loads of dishwasher and clothes washer detergent pods

We are conveniently located between Drake and Downtown Des Moines. A 6 minute drive to the Iowa Events Center, Wells Fargo Arena, and all major Hospitals. Also, just a few minutes from the Downtown Farmers Market (Saturday mornings May-October) and the Science Center of Iowa.

Additionally, you will find yourself close to all of our annual events, such as: World Food and Music Festival, The Des Moines Art Festival, and of course the Iowa State Fair.

Within walking distance of several shops and restaurants, which include: Black Cat Ice Cream and the popular Drake Diner.

A quick 15 minute drive to the Des Moines Airport and The Blank Park Zoo

GETTING AROUND:
TAXI: Uber, Lyft and Taxi service available throughout the Des Moines Metro

AIRPORT: The Des Moines International Airport is located less than 15 minutes straight south.

BUS: The Des Moines DART bus service has stop points all around the metro. The closest stop is just a few minutes walk, north of the home.

BIKE: Des Moines BCycle offers rental bikes all around the great city. Closest pick up/drop off points are within 0.4miles, or an 8 minute walk. It's located at university ave. and 24th street.

PARKING: The city has metered parking and garages throughout. Cost ranges from $.25-$1.25 per hour. Meters charge from 9am-9pm M-Sat and are free on Sunday

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Unit Size: 2000 Sq Ft (186 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

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

    Desk Desk Chair Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Foosball Table Games Video Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Hospital Near A Zoo
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    53 Stairs To Reach Property Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways 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 Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 14

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Review Review

  • Deanna L.

    Submitted Jun 24, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    Our family made a quick trip to Des Moines to visit the zoo with the two little grandkids. This location was perfect. We enjoyed being close to great food and the zoo. Although it rained (which was a welcome relief from the heat) and we didn’t get to enjoy the back yard, it is a great setup-hot tub, fire pit, and loads of shade.

  • Luke L.

    Submitted May 23, 2025

    Stayed May 12, 2025

    Location and amenities were fantastic at this location. Matt was an amazing host too, especially when working with us when vrbo’s system glitched. We plan to return next year

  • Cheryl R.

    Submitted May 23, 2025

    Stayed May 15, 2025

    We had a family group including parents, siblings, cousins, aunts, and a grandmother gather from 4 different states to celebrate our daughter's graduation from law school. The hosts were amazing from booking to arrival and departure. The home was comfortable, well stocked with essential to cook some family meals and very clean. The updated bathrooms, tasteful décor, and comfortable beds helped make a special weekend even more wonderful. Absolutely plan to stay there again!

  • Submitted Mar 23, 2025

    Stayed Mar 20, 2025

    Property managers were great: very accessible as responsive. Clean house and nice character. Loved having 3 full baths.

  • Jennifer L.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2025

    Stayed Dec 29, 2024

    Three families came together to enjoy a couple days of togetherness here, and we couldn't have asked for better accommodations. So cozy and comfortable! Hot tub, huge dining room table, game zone, well stocked kitcgen and comfy beds were favorites. Definitely recommend!!

  • Terry Q.

    Submitted Nov 27, 2024

    Stayed Nov 23, 2024

    The property was very homey. We all had a great time. We celebrated Thanksgiving, played cards, watched movies and had a great time visiting with family. On Monday my granddaughter from TN worked using WiFi.

  • Kary M.

    Submitted Nov 13, 2024

    Stayed Nov 8, 2024

    Matt and Mariah were fantastic to work with from start to finish. They were consistently responsive to questions at all times and frequently checked in throughout the weekend to ensure our stay was enjoyable. We will make an annual girls trip back to the Corn Crib! ? Kary

  • Ethel C.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    Had family stay together for my daughter’s wedding. Perfect accommodations for a group in the Des Moines area. Close to everything and within walking distance to Drake University!

  • Azeneth B.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    Check in was a breeze as well as great communication with the owners. We stayed for 3 days and had more than enough extras so we didnt need much for the house. Would definitely stay there again!

  • Dale C.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    Our family had a great time together.

  • Andy F.

    Submitted May 29, 2024

    Stayed May 27, 2024

    Property was as advertised. It was perfect for our group. This is an older house, but bedrooms have window unit AC which work great to keep you cool. Backyard is nice with hot tub, fire pit, etc. Owners we’re great to work with. Nice property.

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$328+
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