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Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown

Family-friendly holiday home in Des Moines

2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Centrally located near Downtown Des Moines, this property offers a welcoming retreat. Enjoy easy access to the Iowa State Fair, Science Center and more just minutes away while coming home to plenty of off-street parking as well as a garage and long driveway.

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom788 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

HK$1,915 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown

Welcome to The Kirkwood!
Perfect for the State Fair, concerts, or a weekend getaway, The Kirkwood has everything you need — a bright living space, cozy bedrooms, updated kitchen, and a spacious yard with a new deck.
Families and pets are welcome, with plenty of room to relax. Enjoy the convenience of a long driveway, plus quick access to downtown Des Moines, Iowa State Fairgrounds, and local attractions.

Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1 → Full bed (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 2 → Twin bed (sleeps 1)
• Living Room → Full pull-out couch (sleeps 2)
• Basement → Twin pull-out couch (sleeps 1; recreational area, no standard bedroom window)

We have also turned the basement into a small recreational and work area. This is also where the full size washer and dryer are located.

You will have access to the full kitchen to make your delicious meals.

The backyard offers plenty of space, though it is not fenced. We kindly ask guests to keep pets on a leash outdoors. We’ve provided a pet waste station in the backyard to make things easy for you.

High-speed WiFi is available throughout the home.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

Games
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Things to do

Foosball table
Table tennis

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
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Garden
Unit size: 788 square feet

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Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

HK$1,293 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Note from host: A second pet is allowed for an additional $50 fee

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 fire extinguisher, 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

About the area

Des Moines, IA

Getting around

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪Casey's - ‬2 min drive
‪Confluence Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
‪Baratta's - ‬12 min walk
‪The Angry Goldfish Pub & Eatery - ‬6 min walk
‪Taco Bell - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown?

As of 25 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown on 26 Oct 2025 start from HK$699.45, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown located?

This family-friendly Des Moines holiday home is located in Greater South Side, within 2 mi (3 km) of Principal Park, Science Center of Iowa and Gray’s Lake Park. Water Works Park and 801 Grand are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10/10 Excellent

ERIC R.

17 Mar 2025

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

Awesome stay!

Everything was smooth and easy, the hosts provided all communications quickly and out Frenchie, Kyla loved the backyard play!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

1 Mar 2025

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

Great value

This house is cute, clean, & comfortable. The kitchen is well-equipped which was terrific for hosting a small birthday get together for a relative we came to visit. The location is super convenient for taking a walk at Gray’s Lake.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keena G.

30 Dec 2024

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

Worked out great

It was just as advertised, clean and had everything we needed. I would recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel C.

23 Mar 2025

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

College roommate reunion

The property was absolutely perfect. We had three adults with two rooms. The property was clean, centrally located well furnished, and had more than enough amenities. We also were able to bring our dog, which was a huge bus! We definitely recommend this property to any others.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh G.

20 Jul 2025

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

The host was available as needed to answer questions or help. The stay was perfect for our needs. Although we did not bring our furbabies, I appreciate that this host is ready and willing to accommodate them!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David A.

24 Feb 2025

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

Great location, cozy!

Great little place. Location makes it a great spot to explore the city.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

5 Jan 2025

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

Great little getaway home

While had some confusion on the code access, our stay was great overall. It's a very cozy place with everything we needed. Large kitchen and tub/shower. Nicely decorated and comfortable. Hosts were helpful. Would go again.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown

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About this property

Entire place

Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Kitchen

Bedrooms

Bathroom

Entertainment

Outdoor areas

Laundry

Work spaces

Comfort

Pets

Suitability/Accessibility

Services and conveniences

Things to do

Safety features

General

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Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Pets

Children and extra beds

Events

Smoking

Important information

You need to know

About the area

Getting around

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Have a question?

Reviews

Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown Reviews

Exceptional

10

9.8

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ERIC R.

Awesome stay!

ERIC R.

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

Great value

Victoria R.

10/10 Excellent

Keena G.

Worked out great

Keena G.

10/10 Excellent

Angel C.

College roommate reunion

Angel C.

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh G.

Ashleigh G.

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Great location, cozy!

David A.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Great little getaway home

Melissa H.

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