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Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and fitness centre

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Cozy living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a chandelier.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 202240 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines

Family-friendly holiday home with water park and fitness centre
A water park, a fitness centre and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free holiday home. Additionally, an arcade/games room, a garden and barbecues are on-site. The holiday home has 4 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a memory foam bed. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This accommodation is furnished with sofa beds and dining tables. Beds feature memory foam mattresses. Smart televisions come with DVD players. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a water park and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Jana Belle and Renae Johanningmeier

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,240 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR MORE THAN 10 GUESTS

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35
Note from host: Please pre-approve your event or party with us.
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Map
West Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Valley Junction - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Val Air Ballroom - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Des Moines Art Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Drake University - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Casey's Center - 9 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Paws & Pints - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bix & Co. - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines located?

This family-friendly West Des Moines holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Valley Junction and Water Works Park. Val Air Ballroom and Des Moines Art Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 171 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Scott C.

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

Great weekend with friends

Friends get together and house worked out perfect for group.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric c.

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

Business Stay

This place was a great choice for our work trip. The space was perfect for relaxing after long days. We had plenty of room to spread out and unwind. It was comfortable and convenient for our needs. We would definitely consider staying here again.Plenty of board games to stay entertained as well.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda s.

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

Walnut Place

This house was very vintage but had its quirks like any older house does. We had a great stay and was better than a motel. We enjoyed all the antiques in the house also. Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

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

What we were looking for

This property worked nice for our volleyball tournament and the owners were easy to work with
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHAWN L.

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

Girls getaway

The house was amazing- so many conversation pieces. We played games, watched movies and enjoyed the overall comfort of this home. Beds were very comfortable- bathrooms well stocked and clean!! Parking is great!!!! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie O.

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

A team of friends

The stay at Walnut Place was indeed charming. The home had everything we needed and much more. Great place and location for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Christmas in JULY

Interesting place to stay. Lots of antiques. We enjoyed the games table and the nice living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

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

Homey and Authentic

We enjoyed our stay, and the host was very accommodating and pleasant. The place was homey and authentic. The shower/tub on the main floor did not drain well. The host had someone come over and work on it. It helped some, but didn't totally fix the problem. Also, there were no outlets in the upstairs bathroom. We had a lot of people getting ready in the mornings, so this made things a little hectic.All and all, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend our host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

Great multi-area home for our family reunion!

The property and location worked perfectly for us and provided a fun place for our family to gather at. The different rooms to hang out in was a huge plus for being able to do different activities together and separately. The communication with Jana was fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joann H.

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

A Great Home Away From Home

This property was a perfect place for my family to stay and friends too! All the history that is shown in that home was breathtaking! All the rooms were clean and ready for us! A great game room and bedrooms that were unique in their own ways!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Alvin H.

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

Family wedding

This place was great for our family to stay while we attended our sons wedding. The hostesses were very accomodating and available for our group.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi B.

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

Everything you need for a home away from home.

It was very well kept and the garden was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Great Hosts

This was our second stay at this property. Would definitely stay here again if in the area. Very accommodating hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Perfect for our group

We came into town for a family reunion with 9 adults and this place was great. Plenty of space for everyone to hang out while being comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine B.

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

Perfect location and accommodations for our group.

Perfectly located for our group activities. Fun get away with shopping and sports events. Great communication with the home owners! This was our second time staying at Walnut Place. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family reunion

Needed a place for four families (10 people total) to stay close to a family reunion. Excellent location, plenty of room, a lot of character.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Great place to stay

Home was perfect for our group. Lots of room and things to do. Location was perfect for us. Off-street parking was very nice. Looking forward to staying again on a return trip to Des Moines.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Cindy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

We booked for location. A nice stay.

Some of the items in the home were helpful to have. A little more clutter than we care for, though. Overall a positive stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

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

Quiet Neighborhood, Tons of Room

Very pleasant stay. We had a work crew for the state fair and this home was very accommodating. The house has and interesting setup. The kitchen is very well equipped. Fun game/gathering area. Beautiful flower gardens outside. Nice walking distance to Valley Junction Main St area. Lots of room and lots of sleeping space. Host was very helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth j.

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

Great for family!

This house has 4 bedrooms, two on the main floor. Extra showers and toilet in the basement for extra guests. Fantastic game room as well. The eat in kitchen was perfect for our parents to be a part of the food making process! Thank you for your quick response when we had trouble with the door!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Diane W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great Space for big groups

The house lends itself really well to a group needing flexible space! I brought a group of High School Speech and Debate competitors to town for their National Competition and there were eight of us total. With minimal moving things about, we all had our own beds and plenty of room. Game room off the kitchen was great for us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin R.

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

Fun Spot for a Weekend Getaway

Walnut Place is an eclectic getaway close to Valley Junction shopping. Our group of 4 had plenty of space for visiting and relaxing. The hosts were flexible and gracious, making for a pleasant weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nathan E.

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

Awesome space for larger group

We stayed here with my family of 6 and my sisters family of 7. Plenty of room and super comfortable! The location is great, close to all kinds of fun stuff for the kids. Splash pad and Racoon river park right down the road.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy B.

Very charming home.

Sisters weekend was a huge success and the home had everything we could have wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Taylor V.

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

Eclectic and cozy

This property is a great place for a group. The hosts are incredibly nice and allowed us to go in a few days later to grab some items we left. Their decor is also very fun and there's lots of spaces to play games.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022