This holiday home places you in the heart of Des Moines, within a 20-minute walk of Terrace Hill and 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Des Moines Community Playhouse. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a patio. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a dining area and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a microwave and a dishwasher. A coffee/tea maker, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this North of Grand holiday home include Drake University and Jordan Creek Town Center.
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Black Cat Ice Cream - 3 min drive
Starbucks - 13 min walk
Drake Diner - 3 min drive
Qdoba Mexican Eats - 18 min walk
Pancheros Mexican Grill - Des Moines Ingersoll - 11 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Large Modern 4 Bedroom Home Downtown
This modern farmhouse-style home is nestled on a quiet street just one block from Ingersoll Avenue and only a mile from downtown. This home's custom finishes and quality are unsurpassed. Floor plan includes master bedroom on main floor with full bathroom and an open concept formal dining room that flows right into family room. Perfect for gatherings of friends and family. The large covered front porch and private back patio are great for relaxing outside.
Property manager
Jackie Akerberg
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Patio
Laundry
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Deadbolt lock
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Note from host: Pets are NOT allowed on furniture.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock in all accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Large Modern 4 Bedroom Home
Large Modern 4 Bedroom Home Downtown Des Moines
Large Modern 4 Bedroom Home Downtown Private vacation home
Frequently asked questions
Does Large Modern 4 Bedroom Home Downtown have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Large Modern 4 Bedroom Home Downtown?
No, Large Modern 4 Bedroom Home Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Large Modern 4 Bedroom Home Downtown?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Large Modern 4 Bedroom Home Downtown Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Claudia S.
12 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay
Beautiful home! Exactly as described…we enjoyed a fun family weekend in Des Moines and couldn’t have asked for a better location to stay.
Claudia S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
2/10 Terrible
Minnie M.
18 Feb 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not what I expected
The property was pretty dirty. It took over a day to get a response from the property manager. The trash was heaping over in the garage. There was dog poop everywhere in the back yard area. There were huge piles right in front of the doors to the garage & the back entry. We had to clean them up to even walk in to the house. It smelled like dogs in the house. The steps into the back of the house were dirty & the walls clearly had never been washed down. The reason we picked this house is because we have a small dog who sometimes has to come with us & we ended up not bringing him. Next time we have to stay in Des Moines it will not be in this house! Very disappointed!!! If you are looking for cleanliness & communication, go somewhere else.
Minnie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Alyssa Z.
13 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Des Moines Stay
Overall great location and stay. Host very responsive regarding any issues.
Alyssa Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Debbie R.
14 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay - Iowa State Fair
Lovely property. Grocery Store basically right here! Quiet neighborhood.
Debbie R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ron S.
9 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Trip
Overall, the house appeared to have been recently remodeled with updated bathrooms and appliances. It's an older house, so there is some uniqueness to it like the shower on the first floor is a little bit smaller but the water pressure throughout the house is nice. I would recommend spending some money on new shutters and blinds as the morning sun was pretty bright with the basic pieces used today; might help save on energy too. I like having the detached garage for privacy and quick access. The house was close to the Price Chopper, public beach, downtown, restaurants and highway which gave us plenty of things to do with the kids. It was close to 100 degrees and the A/C kept us nice and cool. I'd come back again.
Ron S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
8/10 Good
Leonard C.
23 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Golf trip
Good layout and plenty of room to spreadout. Its an older property that looks to have been renovated recently. Becareful on the front steps, they need some work.
Leonard C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Cindy B.
25 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Stay in IA
The house was very well equipped with everything we needed. Plenty of room to sleep the 7 of us. Location was just GREAT. Grocery and Gas Station within walking distance. A park within walking distance. Close to downtown and the Fair Grounds. We really enjoyed the comfort of having a house to relax in during our down time. Owners were very helpful and quick to respond to questions.
Cindy B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather W.
14 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and Comfortable!
The house was the perfect place for our family to gather for a college graduation weekend. We had two sets of grandparents and everyone was comfortable. We loved the large open areas and the front porch.
Heather W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary W.
24 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Accommodations and a Great Des Moines Location
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The bedding is comfortable and one bedroom and bath are on the first floor. The furnishings are very nice, and the kitchen is great!
The use of the garage was wonderful. Be sure that you have a vehicle small enough to fit. It’s a fairly small garage. Our Subaru Ascent, a mid-size SUV, fit fine. A larger car wouldn’t fit, but there’s parking on the quiet street in front of the house.
Be sure that you’re OK with stairs both to access the property and inside.
The location is handy for almost anything on the west side of Des Moines, particularly Drake University. Highly recommended.
Mary W.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mike M.
14 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Updated Home
We had a great experience, great location close to Downtown. Fully updated home. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch. Easy checkin and checkout process with great communication. Would stay again!
Mike M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Melinda F., MANSFIELD
25 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Property exactly as described. All needed amenities present - fun house with an excellent location.
Melinda F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
22 Mar 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, great stay!
This was our first time in Des Moines and we really didn't know the area or where to stay. This was perfect! It's so close to pretty much everything, with a bonus of having a grocery store right around the corner (SO convenient). The house was clean and comfortable and a great place for our family to stay, located in a quiet neighborhood. The garage was super-handy. The hosts were really nice and very responsive to any and all questions that we had. If we return to the area we would definitely stay here.
Mary M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kate A., Larkspur, CA
28 Dec 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Well-appointed and stylish classic house
Just-right, updated classic home. We were all comfortable here. The location is quite convenient to shopping, and the kitchen is well-stocked. A little bit of early-morning street noise from the upper bedrooms but otherwise, a perfect stay!
Kate A.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Julie L.
10 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Farmhouse Stay
This was a perfect stay and location for our visit to Des Moines! The house is nicely decorated and well maintained and the garage was super convenient too! We were able to walk next door to Price Chopper which is the former Dahl’s and it was perfect! Thanks again to our hosts!
Julie L.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kristen E.
11 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Has everything needed!
Very nice updated and decorated home. Loved being able to use the garage. There are houses all around you, but you feel you secluded the way the backyard is fenced. Grocery is right there and several nice restaurants to choose from within walking distance. Burgers and patio at The Station on Ingersoll are a great try!
Kristen E.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
8/10 Good
Kelly B.
22 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place in Des Moines
We stayed at this very clean, well-appointed, and charming house while in Des Moines to take our daughter to college. The house is close to everything you need - restaurants, grocery stores, and is clean and cute. The check-in process was a bit clunky as we didn't receive check-in information as planned. As a result, we arrived at the house without the code to enter the property very late at night and we're on the verge of staying in a hotel courtesy of VRBO. The owner then contacted us, indicating the messaging through VRBO was delayed. We were very happy with how VRBO handled it and they were readily available to help us even late at night. In the future, the owner might want to contact guests directly and through VRBO to avoid such issues in the future. Either way, the owner was very apologetic and gracious about it and refunded $50 off our bill for the hassle. I would recommend staying here and we'd do so again.
Kelly B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Dale patrick S.
2 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Weekend
This home is on point! Clean, comfy, darling and was just perfect for our 6 person getaway! Thanks so much!
Dale patrick S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
8/10 Good
Jeff K.
6 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice time
House was great. Roomy. Comfortable furnishings and well appointed. Neighborhood is convenient to various places of fun. Would definitely recommend.
Two points of consideration...WIFI credentials should be shared independently from the installation of the app. Consider framing the credentials and putting it on the mantle. It should not be hard. Secondly...I was able to figure out the TV in order to watch sports...but I am technically gifted. This is likely too hard and will be a source of frustration for those desiring to watch live TV. Proving some sort of information readily available would have been helpful.
Regardless...good place.
Jeff K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
8/10 Good
Jacqueline R.
20 Sept 2020
Disliked: Cleanliness
Covid Wedding Weekend
Great house with very fun furnishings. The house was clean and tidy. Sleep was good as the house is quiet and the beds are comfortable. The parking garage was very convenient. The neighbor from the apartment complex found us just as we were bringing our bags in. She yelled through the kitchen window as to whether a car in the parking lot was ours. I ran outside to let her know that our cars were in the garage. The porch and rocking chairs were nice as the weather was beautiful. A very short convient walk to the grocery store. The owner was very accommodating. Thank you for our stay.
Jacqueline R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Megan J.
4 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great rental
Excellent location and very nice house. Comfortable and the owner was extremely responsive and helpful.
Would suggest blinds in bedroom- little sunny for the West coast visitors. Thank you
Megan J.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Linda S.
2 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Sweet house, great location, worked out perfectly for us.
Linda S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Tracy R.
21 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for family get-together
My husband and I and our two adult daughters stayed in this cozy home over Christmas, when we came back to Iowa to be with family for the holidays. This lovely house was a great spot to convene; it was cozy, comfortable, and very nicely renovated/decorated.
We loved having a grocery store right next door for convenient food runs, and even more we appreciated the numerous restaurants and coffee shops within walking distance. The location can't be beat. Everything in the home was spotlessly clean and organized, and we were able to use the well-appointed kitchen to do some basic cooking as well as do a couple of loads of laundry in the basement. Given that it was cold and snowy, we appreciated the double garage for our two vehicles.
Perhaps the best part was the ability to text our hosts and receive almost immediate answers to any questions we had.
Tracy R.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Dan R.
21 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay in blizzard-ville USA
An amazing stay!! There were a few blips with the furnace which went out overnight, the owner was responsive and had the issue fixed right away. This is a wonderful place that has been fixed up to make guests feel right at home. If you’re open to a few suggestions, it would’ve been nice to see a microwave and a handrail down the stairs. I’d recommend this property to anyone staying in Des Moines! I will definitely be in touch for future visits!
Dan R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Mason H.
14 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Centrally located, charming family home
This house was the perfect place for my family to stay over the holiday. It was minutes from downtown and the main hwy so everything was maybe a 10 minute drive which was soooo nice! The house itself was beautiful! An older home with all the cool built-in’s and charm, but still updated with a sleek design and modern amenities (if ur an architecture nerd like us :) All the beds were super comfy and the front door pad lock allowed gusts to come and go as they wish, big bonus! The owners were responsive with any questions we had she very friendly. All around A+ stay. We will for sure be back next time we come to Iowa! Thank you!