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Charming 4BR/2BA in central DSM

Holiday home with kitchen, near Drake University

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Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, oven, and large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Kitchen features a central island, white cabinetry, and modern appliances.
Cozy loft-style room with a sloped ceiling, hardwood floor, and a touch of greenery.
Relax in this inviting bedroom with a large bed and flat-screen TV.
Cozy living room with a fireplace, television, and ceiling fan. Enjoy the views from the large window and smaller window.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming 4BR/2BA in central DSM

Holiday home with kitchen, near Drake University
Laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 2 bathrooms and a washing machine, and other amenities include a dining area and a Smart TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board.

Property manager

Daniel Green

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

226523

About the area

Map
Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Casey's Center - 6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 6 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪8 Degrees Ice Cream & Boba - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 4BR/2BA in central DSM pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Charming 4BR/2BA in central DSM?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 4BR/2BA in central DSM?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming 4BR/2BA in central DSM located?

Located in Beaverdale, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Drake University, Des Moines Community Playhouse and Waveland Municipal Golf Course. Knapp Center and Broadlawns Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Charming 4BR/2BA in central DSM Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gage H.

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

Excellent stay

Everything from the description/pictures was accurate. Home was very clean and organized and all appliances worked flawlessly. Plenty of groceries and restaraunts nearby. Very easy check in/out.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ann J.

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

Home away from home

House worked well for our stay. Property manager Dan was great to work with.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliann S.

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

Perfect staff retreat location

This was a great location for our staff retreat. It served as a "home base" for our staff as we took part in activities around town and in neighboring Ames and Boone. Also great, peaceful local neighborhood. Very responsive host. Cute, vintage home with updatesinthe important ateas.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Iowa wedding

This property was perfect for our stay. Great neighborhood with amenities nearby.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Quick Drake Trip

Close to Drake Neighborhood and other restaurants and amenities. Easy to find and get into. Accommodated 10 people (6 adults and 4 kids) Great location and size for what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

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

Dan green is very responsive to requests and emails

We stayed in our first night and cooked. Kitchen had all the pots we needed. V
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Corey S.

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

Des Moines Wedding

Location was very convenient as all of our wedding festivities were located by Drake or downtown. Very safe & guiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

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

Ginger Billy Show Trip

We had 8 of us in town to see a show in Des Moines, and this house was perfect! Exactly as described and had all the amenities that are listed for the property! Also who is your designer? Asking for me!! Haha!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

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

Get away

Great place great price
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine B.

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

Perfect get away

House was clean. Plenty of room for our family to have their space. Centrally located for shopping, State Fair events, and close to Hyvee Hall.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey W.

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

Home away from home

This house truly is charming. There is so much space yet they’ve made it feel so cozy and comforting. Every room is large, beautifully decorated, and clean. My family was only there for a quick night and we were sad we couldn’t stay longer! The neighborhood is quiet and safe -just what we needed for a place to rest our heads while road tripping.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Dan was amazing to work with and the communication was stellar! Our company had 3 guys that were working in Des Moines and this rental was a perfect location, easy to access, parking, the inside was beautiful, comfortable and we have saved this rental for the next time we have work in Des Moines.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol M., Boulder, CO

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

Great location

A great space for 4 adults having a 50-years-after-Drake meet up! Every one had their own space. Owner was very responsive and provided everything we needed for a great weekend. Excellent location. We were about 10 minutes away from everything we wanted to see and do.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Lori J.

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

College roommate reunion

Had a good time reconnecting with UNI college roommates. Convenient & safe location. Comfy beds and plenty of space to spread out.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty H., Belton TX USA

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

Short antiquing trip

We’re on our way to see family in Illinois and stopped in Des Moines for 2 days. Had fun antiquing and enjoyed this house. Very comfortable, great kitchen and awesome coffee bar. The bed was so comfy; I love memory foam. Would stay here again if in the area. Our host, Dan, was a great communicator.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek N.

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

Weekend w friends

The property was clean and was as advertised. There were some things missing (coffee, dishwasher detergent) when we arrived but the owner was responsive and that was quickly remedied
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Excellent property!

We were in town for a dog show at the state fairgrounds. It was a beautiful home! Well-maintained, clean, well stocked kitchen, and comfortable beds. Plenty of space for a group with two bedrooms and a half bath upstairs and everything else on the main floor. There's a grocery store in walking distance. Host was very responsive and provided all the information we needed for a smooth check in. This is definitely a property on my "visit again" list!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Quaint Home away from Home

We loved this property. The only issues we had were the beds were not as comfortable as we would have liked. The king-size bed mattress was wrapped in some kind of plastic or other material that made it very hot for my husband. It was just very uncomfortable and too hard for our taste. We found the one in the back bedroom the most tolerable. The other issue was there were a lot of flies and little nit like flies in the house. It seemed like they came out of nowhere no matter how many we were able to kill. Otherwise, great location, property and management.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

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

Spacious House in a Quiet Area

My family and I stayed here for a family gathering in Des Moines and it was one of the better rental experiences I have had. The house is clean and laid out well, the beds are comfortable with extra pillows, and the neighborhood is really quiet and walkable. There is a grocery store right around the corner so that was convenient as well. The host was very helpful and very accessible, when we needed to see about adding some dates he worked with us and it all went smoothly. Highly recommend this house if you are staying in or around Des Moines.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Reina D.

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

Disappointing Stay with Serious Issues**

While this property has a lot of potential due to its beautiful design and location, our stay was marred by multiple significant issues that cannot be overlooked. 1. **Safety Concerns**: The back door knob was broken, making it impossible to open, which posed a serious fire hazard. It also meant we couldn't access the barbecue grill, which was disappointing. 2. **Severe Kitchen Issues**: The kitchen sink was leaking, and it’s clear this is not a new problem. The area around it was rotted, and towels were stuffed under the sink to absorb the water. This created a terrible odor and was a breeding ground for flies. The smell was unbearable at times. 3. **Fly Infestation**: The fly problem throughout the house was disgusting. We had to purchase fly traps just to manage it, which is not something you should have to deal with while on vacation. 4. **Filthy Living Room Furniture**: The living room couch was in terrible condition. It looked dirty and smelled strongly of old cigarette smoke, which made it uncomfortable to relax in the space. 5. **Persistent Odor**: The entire house had a horrible smell that worsened after a few hours of being in the space. While there were numerous deodorizers placed around the home, they only masked the smell temporarily. By the next day, the odor was unbearable again. 6. **Overall Cleanliness**: While the house is beautiful, it was shockingly dirty. The rugs, baseboards, and corners were g
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

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

Reunion

It served our purposes perfectly. It has a bunch of cosmetic damange but didn't take away from how cozy it was. Plenty of room for our party of 7.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

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

Cozy home!!

Lovely community setting close to downtown and grocery store only a 2 min walk away. Loved the house and our stay was very comfortable. The property manager was very accessible with basic household questions. Highly recommend this property. I would definitely rebook.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023