The Gathering House — Hot Tub | Arcade Attic | Fenced Yard | Sleeps 10

Summary:

The Gathering House — historic Des Moines vacation rental, fully upgraded. Private hot tub, arcade attic, fenced yard. Sleeps 10.



▵ Private Hot Tub — heated year-round, never shared

▵ Arcade Attic — Pac-Man, board games, 2 twin beds

▵ 4BR + Bonus Room — King, 3 Queens, 2 Twins

▵ Fenced Yard — 2 pets welcome

▵ 200 Mbps WiFi + Gym + Sonos

▵ 2-Car Garage + Smart Lock Check-In



★ "bought the same mattress when I got back" — Dan



» 3min ➔ Ingersoll Ave | 4min ➔ Drake | 16min ➔ Airport



The Space:

A historic Des Moines vacation rental, fully upgraded — 4 bedrooms plus a finished attic bonus room with vintage arcade games and 2 twin beds. Sleeps 10 across 3 floors. Pet-friendly with a fully fenced yard.



The private hot tub sits in the fully fenced backyard — heated year-round, never shared with other guests. Inside, the stone fireplace anchors an open living room with Sonos sound system and a 55" Smart TV. The sunroom doubles as an office and mini gym with free weights and a yoga mat — 200 Mbps WiFi handles video calls without buffering.



The finished attic is the kids' domain: a vintage Pac-Man arcade cabinet, stacks of board games, a tufted lounge chair, and 2 twin beds under cedar-plank ceilings. Adults get the hot tub; kids get the hideout. Everyone wins.



➔ Bedroom 1 (Main Floor): King bed, en-suite bathroom, Smart TV

➔ Bedroom 2 (Upper): Queen bed, Smart TV

➔ Bedroom 3 (Upper): Queen bed, Smart TV

➔ Bedroom 4 (Upper): Queen bed, Smart TV

➔ Bonus Room (Finished Attic): 2 Twin beds, Pac-Man arcade, board games, Smart TV



➔ Kitchen

Fully stocked — full-size stainless appliances, cookware, utensils, coffee maker, spices. Open-plan into the dining room with a table that seats 10. Cook for the whole group without missing the conversation.



➔ Outdoor

Private hot tub (heated year-round), propane grill, patio seating, fully fenced yard with inside gate latch — secure for dogs.



What this home does well:

— Hot tub + arcade attic + fenced yard — entertainment for every age group under one roof

— Sleeps 10 across 5 sleeping areas — nobody shares a bed unless they want to

— 3 min to Ingersoll Ave (DSM's best restaurants and bars)



What to know before booking:

— Two sets of open stairs without gates — worth noting if traveling with toddlers

— Street is residential and quiet — Ingersoll Ave restaurants are a 3-min drive



We do utilize a weblink outside the platform that directs guests to our guidebook. You will receive an email with this link. This is the ONLY way guests can access check-in information, and facilitates the collection of fees and other special requests/upgraded services we offer.

To protect your stay, you'll choose one of two options during online check-in: a $250 refundable security deposit (a temporary card hold, released after checkout) or a small damage waiver ($10/night, max $80).



Guest Access:

The entire house is yours — all 4 bedrooms, the finished attic bonus room, the fenced backyard, hot tub, and 2-car garage.



Self check-in: Smart lock on the front door — your unique code is sent via the digital guidebook link emailed after booking. No key exchange, no waiting.



Parking: 2-car garage included. Additional street parking available on the block.



Backyard: Fully fenced and private. Gate latch is on the inside — secure for dogs.



Not accessible: Utility/storage areas in the basement.



The Neighborhood:

The home sits in one of Des Moines' most walkable residential neighborhoods — quiet, tree-lined, and safe. Ingersoll Avenue, the city's best strip for restaurants and bars, is a 3-minute drive.



FOOD & DRINK (3–10 min by car):

» 3min ➔ Ingersoll Ave — Pour Decisions, Buzzard Billy's, El Bait Shop, Exile Brewing, and more

» 5min walk ➔ Neighborhood bakery + morning coffee

» 2min ➔ Grocery store



ATTRACTIONS:

» 4min ➔ Drake University — game weekends + campus events

» 7min ➔ DSM Civic Center — concerts + Broadway touring shows

» 8min ➔ Iowa State Capitol

» 8min ➔ Des Moines Farmers Market (May–Oct, Saturdays) — one of the best in the Midwest

» 9min ➔ Gray's Lake — running path, paddleboarding, summer evenings

» 16min ➔ Des Moines Airport (DSM)



A playground and neighborhood bakery are within short walking distance.



Getting Around:

Des Moines is a car city — you'll want your own vehicle.



From Des Moines Airport (DSM): 16-min drive. Rental cars available at the terminal.



Once here, Ingersoll Ave (DSM's best restaurant strip) is a 3-min drive. Drake University is 4 min. Downtown DSM and the Capitol are 7–8 min.



A playground and neighborhood bakery are within walking distance. Most restaurants and attractions require a short drive.



Free parking in the 2-car garage.



Other Things to Note:

License: RENT-2023-006528



Check-in: After 4:00 PM | Checkout: Before 10:00 AM

Max guests: 10



Pets: 2 pets max, ($50). Fee details provided via digital guidebook link after booking.



No smoking inside the house. Ashtray provided in the backyard.



Toddler note: Two sets of open stairs without gates — worth noting if traveling with very young children.



Guidebook: You'll receive an email after booking with a link to the digital guidebook. Check-in codes and pet details are handled there. Message us through the platform if it doesn't arrive within a few hours.



Interaction with Guests:

We respond within an hour and are always reachable through the booking platform or the digital guidebook. The level of interaction is up to you — we're available if you need us, invisible if you don't.