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1. Near Downtown ~ 2BDR & Fun Backyard ~ Pet Friendly

Near Downtown ~ 2BDR & Fun Backyard ~ Pet Friendly
Drake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"It was well organized and clean. The on site parking was super convenient. Host was very response, which I really appreciated. Would stay here again!"
United States
Elvis G.
The price is HK$777
HK$1,836 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Near Downtown ~ 2BDR & Fun Backyard ~ Pet Friendly

2. Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines

Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Great location , quiet neighborhood and very pet friendly with large fenced in yard and walking distance to the park"
United States
Deb K.
The price is HK$745
HK$1,160 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines

3. Studio Suite w/ Jetted Tub | Free Breakfast!

Studio Suite w/ Jetted Tub | Free Breakfast!
West Des Moines
The price is HK$1,231
HK$1,502 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Studio Suite w/ Jetted Tub | Free Breakfast!

4. Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios

Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Great host, location, and VRBO."
United States
Robin H.
The price is HK$1,236
HK$2,157 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios

5. Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (49 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious. Good location to downtown. Very comfortable home. Would recommend and would stay again!!"
United States
Melissa W.
The price is HK$918
HK$2,074 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

6. The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10

The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10
Woodland Heights
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"This was a charming house with space for our group of 6. Very clean throughout with comfortable beds. The location made getting around easy."
United States
Chris M.
The price is HK$1,014
HK$2,497 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The Cow Tipper: Near Everything - SPA - Game Room - Fire Pit & Patio - Sleeps 10

7. The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
Fairground
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"This house was perfect for our family! Very spacious and the retro vibe was a really fun touch!"
United States
Jason W.
The price is HK$1,224
HK$2,487 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

8. The Bulldog Bungalow - 1 bed / 2 bath fully remodeled home near Drake

The Bulldog Bungalow - 1 bed / 2 bath fully remodeled home near Drake
Drake
The price is HK$1,216
HK$1,960 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
The Bulldog Bungalow - 1 bed / 2 bath fully remodeled home near Drake

9. 1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
West Des Moines
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay and very accommodating host."
United States
Amy K.
The price is HK$902
HK$1,292 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU

10. Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown

Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"We loved the house and all the gathering spaces. "
United States
Pat L.
The price is HK$1,167
HK$3,504 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown

11. "The Hay Loft" - Hot Tub - Game Room - Fire Pit - Office - Family FUN

"The Hay Loft" - Hot Tub - Game Room - Fire Pit - Office - Family FUN
Drake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Fantastic location and amenities for the prefect drake relays trip!"
United States
Sean G.
The price is HK$1,259
HK$2,825 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
"The Hay Loft" - Hot Tub - Game Room - Fire Pit - Office - Family FUN

12. 3-Bedroom Near Downtown w/ Backyard, Pet friendly!

3-Bedroom Near Downtown w/ Backyard, Pet friendly!
Drake
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"Location was the best feature (walking distance to Drake University and very near the freeway access).The biggest negative was only one bathroom.Cleanliness was just OK."
United States
Rod P.
The price is HK$777
HK$1,951 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
3-Bedroom Near Downtown w/ Backyard, Pet friendly!

13. Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8

Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
Fairground
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (36 reviews)
"The stay was great. Owner was very nice and gave us information on current attractions."
United States
Shelly B.
The price is HK$1,098
HK$1,722 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8

14. Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.

Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Nice house, Good location and plenty of rooms for a family of 6!"
United States
Tyler A.
The price is HK$1,255
HK$2,153 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.

15. 5 bedrooms 2 baths walking distance to State Fair

5 bedrooms 2 baths walking distance to State Fair
Des Moines
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great property, very clean and had plenty of room for the family. We will definitely be staying again!"
United States
Justin B.
The price is HK$1,098
HK$1,898 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
5 bedrooms 2 baths walking distance to State Fair

16. Beautiful 3-bedroom house with AC in adorable Des Moines

Beautiful 3-bedroom house with AC in adorable Des Moines
Beaverdale
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Perfect for our needs. The host was very communicative during our stay and check-in and check-out was simple and smooth. Great value and we would stay here again!"
United States
Michael G.
The price is HK$864
HK$2,004 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Beautiful 3-bedroom house with AC in adorable Des Moines

17. Close to Drake/Downtown - Filled With Amenities, Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Theater!

Close to Drake/Downtown - Filled With Amenities, Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Theater!
Waveland Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Kids are already wanting to come back! Had a blast!"
United States
Angela A.
The price is HK$1,663
HK$3,032 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Close to Drake/Downtown - Filled With Amenities, Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Theater!

18. Huge home 1 Mile from Drake/Downtown Sleeps up to 15 guests

Huge home 1 Mile from Drake/Downtown Sleeps up to 15 guests
Drake
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great"
United States
Blake T.
The price is HK$1,681
HK$4,272 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Huge home 1 Mile from Drake/Downtown Sleeps up to 15 guests

19. Santorini staycation in the heart of Des Moines! w/Hot tub & bonus tiny house

Santorini staycation in the heart of Des Moines! w/Hot tub & bonus tiny house
Des Moines
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"Very cozy and beautiful, perfect for a couples getaway Host was very kind and made sure we were taken care of!!"
United States
Natasha W.
The price is HK$1,349
HK$2,592 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Santorini staycation in the heart of Des Moines! w/Hot tub & bonus tiny house

20. The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~

The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~
Fairground
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"The house and host were both amazing! Very clean and cozy home! Comfy beds! The hot tub was icing on the cake! After a nice long day sitting in their was the perfect ending to a great day! The host was great at communicating and gave us great recommendations on things to do! Would definitely go back to this home if I went back to Iowa on vacation again!"
United States
Angela M.
The price is HK$1,589
HK$2,781 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~
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Number of reviews
418
Accommodation
203 Vacation Homes
Lowest Price
HK$1,160
Highest Price
HK$4,272

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