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A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a grey and white color scheme.
A modern multi-story building with a flat roof, large windows, and a mix of brick and concrete exterior.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.
A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a dining area with a round table, and a kitchen in the background.
An outdoor patio with a wooden pergola, seating area, and a barbecue grill.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Principal Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Civic Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Located in Downtown Des Moines within a short walk of Western Gateway Park, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Principal Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a Smart TV.
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What's nearby

  • Principal Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Casey's Center - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mad Meatball - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Confluence Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blaze Pizza - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jimmy John's - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Downtown Des Moines Near Lake/Recreation

Enjoy both downtown and the great outdoors as this large townhome is located between Downtown Des Moines and Grey's Lake (walking paths/concerts). With 3 large bedrooms and two living spaces, there is plenty of room to spread out! The 3rd floor features a wet bar, space to hang out and a 900 sq ft rooftop patio. Parking is right by the unit (in front or the back).

Host is not new to hosting and property is not new to being a VRBO so don't let zero reviews scare you away. Owner of the property took over hosting.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 24

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Downtown Des Moines within a short 18-minute walk of Principal Park and also 16 minutes on foot from Pappajohn Sculpture Park. You'll also find Water Works Park and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park less than a mile away.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 5 mi away (17 minutes by car).

Downtown Des Moines Near Lake/Recreation Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay very clean, lots of space and well taken care of
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern warmth with a fabulous location! Being able to park in the garage was awesome! The walking path near by was an added bonus too. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property with all the extra touches! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed at this beautiful home in Des Moines while my mother-in-law and I were in town for my son’s college baseball games. The house was perfect. Spacious, spotless, and thoughtfully set up. It felt comfortable the minute we walked in. Everything worked exactly as it should and the check-in process was seamless. The location made getting around easy. We’d absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026