The Love Shack | Spacious Family Getaway • 5BR/3BA • 10 Mins to Downtown

Windsor Heights, Iowa
$479 avg/night
Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to The Love Shack — your go-to getaway in the heart of Windsor Heights, one of Des Moines’ safest and most vibrant neighborhoods. Whether you’re gathering family, celebrating with friends, or just needing a change of scene, this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom retreat was made for connection, comfort, and a little bit of fun.

Step inside and feel the good vibes right away. There’s room for everyone — two cozy living rooms, plush king and queen beds, and plenty of spots to curl up or stretch out. You’ll find all the comforts of home (and then some): fast Wi-Fi, central heating and A/C, a washer and dryer, hairdryer, iron, and everything you need for an easy, effortless stay.

Each bathroom feels like a mini spa moment — from a deep jetted tub that’s perfect for bubble baths to bright walk-in showers that’ll start your day right.

Out back, the magic continues. Fire up the BBQ under the pergola, sip something cold, and enjoy the lush garden filled with native plants. Or head downstairs for some laughs — the dartboard, kitchenette, and costume closet make it the perfect hangout zone for game nights and silly photo ops.

Just 10 minutes from downtown Des Moines, you’ll have quick access to the best restaurants, breweries, and local gems — but you might find yourself loving your time at home just as much.

Whether it’s family time, a reunion, or a weekend escape, The Love Shack is where everyone can relax, reconnect, and feel right at home. Come for the comfort, stay for the memories — and fall in love with Des Moines all over again. 💖

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Composting Eco-friendly Cleaning Products Provided Recycling Unit Size: 3000 Sq Ft (279 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair Office
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hunting Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Park Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Games Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Toys Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near A Zoo
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Smooth Flooring In Public Areas Tile Flooring In Public Areas

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Missy

    Submitted Feb 23, 2026

    Stayed Feb 20, 2026

    The Love Shack was a wonderful place for our family to gather for the weekend and wedding plan! The home was spotless, all the beds were comfy and it had everything you needed for a nice stay. Highly recommend!

  • Sheri C.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2026

    Stayed May 29, 2026

    Great place, centrally located, cool AC, all the space we needed and more! Easy communication with the hosts and even got to see an owl in the backyard trees. Would definitely choose this property again!

  • Sonya S.

    Submitted May 27, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    So much room! We had a party of 7 so the 5 good size bedrooms and 3 bathrooms were perfect. Great well stocked kitchen with plenty of pots, pans, small appliances, spices etc. Large dining area with plenty of seating for a large group. The downstairs was perfect for the young adults. Plenty of comfy seating with a large screen TV and a large kitchen area. Beautiful outdoor space to enjoy and watch the wildlife. We even saw a deer! The host was so easy to contact with any questions. We would definitely stay there again if staying in the Des Moines area.

  • Tim B.

    Submitted May 17, 2026

    Stayed May 15, 2026

    Perfect spot for our family celebrating a graduation. Host was SO Accommodating.

  • Maddie S.

    Submitted Apr 1, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    Amazing stay! Tiffany was super responsive to questions. Super roomy and cute — and the most comfortable couch I have ever sat on.

  • Samantha F.

    Submitted Mar 8, 2026

    Stayed Mar 6, 2026

    The house was clean and adequate space for all of us to hang out together and eat together. Well stocked kitchen. A good central location for all the activities in Des Moines area. We'll definitely stay again.

  • Courtney M.

    Submitted Jan 28, 2026

    Stayed Jan 23, 2026

    Well stocked kitchen! Even well stocked bathrooms for ladies! Queen sized beds in all the bedrooms. Comfy couch. Games in the basement. Full sized dining table. Easily will be back next year if we have a small group competing at the CrossFit competition again.

  • Molly M.

    Submitted Jan 19, 2026

    Stayed Jan 16, 2026

    Perfect space for families, soft beds and very cozy! Can’t wait to come back in the summer and enjoy the back yard.

  • Susan E.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2026

    Stayed Jan 1, 2026

    We had a wonderful stay at the Love Shack! The house was perfect for our group. There were plenty of rooms to split up & play games, chit chat or watch tv. My great niece LOVED the dress up closet! The other young adults enjoyed the basement. Although the sectional fills the family room, it was quite comfy. The bedrooms are better than most VRBOs. Comfy beds & fairly roomy. I wish the kitchen was bigger for our group but we made it work. We even used the grill, which was nice. The neighborhood is older, but very quiet. It is very convenient to get to almost anywhere in Des Moines. There are quite a few steps, so this would not be the house for someone with mobility issues. Tiff, the host, was fantastic! She answered all of my questions and fast! Check in/out was a breeze! We definitely would consider staying her again.

  • LaShonna W.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2026

    Stayed Dec 29, 2025

    The house is beautiful! The set-up is nice! Has a cozy feel!

  • Kaity S.

    Submitted Dec 14, 2025

    Stayed Dec 11, 2025

    The hosts were very responsive to questions. Everyone had a great time! The kids really enjoyed the costume closet and the “swimming pool” (big bathtub)

  • Bret w.

    Submitted Dec 8, 2025

    Stayed Dec 4, 2025

    The house was set up well for a large family gathering. We had many crock pots plugged in and going at once plus other cooking with no issues. Plenty of room to spread out for gages and crafts. Our host was amazing assisting with anything with needed. Would recommend for large gathering

  • MIKE G.

    Submitted Dec 1, 2025

    Stayed Nov 25, 2025

    Very clean home exactly as promoted with exceptionally accommodating hosts.

  • Ashley L.

    Submitted Oct 30, 2025

    Stayed Oct 26, 2025

    We had amazing time! This property was clean and very cozy! We loved taking naps on the couches, the coffee station, and the costume closet. It was the perfect experience for our group- a cast of actors in a touring play in Des Moines for the week.

  • bonnie R.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    The kitchen had everything we could possibly need. It was a comfortable place for friends to gather, and we had fun with the costume closet.The hosts were very accommodating to whatever we might need. We would definitely stay there again.

  • Richard T.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 24, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay very much. The location was central to everything we did. The house was very clean and bigger than we thought it would be. Kitchen utensils and cookware were provided and we really enjoyed the game area! I would highly recommend this rental. Will definitely be booking this location for our next visit.

  • Mary H.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Lots of room in house. Large dining room for meals. Kitchen had everything you could need for meals. Outdoor areanice and relaxing. Bbq grill.Enjoyed our stay very much.

  • Angie C.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    Very comfortable, felt right at home. Kitchen and all rooms very well furnished! TIFF was attentive & helpful!

  • Jennifer H.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    It was the perfect house for a larger group. The house had a little of everything we needed, and we loved all the details they thought of. I would highly recommend

  • Jenna D.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2025

    Stayed Aug 12, 2025

    Our stay was great. It fit the whole family. We were close to other relatives and things to do. The welcome email and Vrbo had different check in and check out times so I would recommend fixing that but it didn't effect our stay.

  • Gail F.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    The Babes loved EVERYTHING about the Love Shack. Tiffany is an amazing host and very easy to communicate with - so responsive to requests and questions! I think she is quite possibly the best VRBO host I’ve worked with. The property is inviting and just joyful. The neighborhood is lovely and safe! Next door neighbors even offered us candy and goodies! How fun is that?! Close to everything we wanted to see! Definitely would recommend. And Des Moines is a fantastic city!

  • Paul S.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 27, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay at the Love Shack. My family and I traveled to Des Moines for a fastpitch softball tournament. We enjoyed our stay. The tournament was hot but the air conditioner was cold and felt great when we arrived. Everything was exactly as described. The dow stairs area was a very cool place to hang out. We would definitely stay here again if we are ever back in the area.

  • Rob A.

    Submitted May 30, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    This house is ridiculous, but in a good and fun way. We were in town with family to celebrate our daughter's graduation from Drake and this house was an excellent fit for our group. We only had seven people, but there is easily room to sleep 10 comfortably. We didn't use the kitchen, but the dining room table was great for a game of Five Crowns and we played a few games of darts in the game room downstairs.Location wise, it was a quick and easy drive from the house to both Drake and downtown Des Moines. West Des Moines was easy to get to as well.Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again if we are back with a large group.

  • Aaron C.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 12, 2025

    Great house for our family to stay and gather between weddings events! Easy to get to and had lots of space to hang out.

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