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A covered porch with a hanging chair, a table, and a potted plant.
A compact kitchen with a dining area, a trash bin, a wooden door, and a welcome sign.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a dining area in the background.
A concrete patio with a stone fire pit and four Adirondack chairs.
A bar area with a wooden counter and four black metal stools. There are two potted plants on the wall, and a sign that reads "GOOD EATS!"

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Sky Glider East
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Located in Fairground, this vacation home is within 2 miles (3 km) of sights such as Iowa State Fairgrounds and Iowa State Capitol Building. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Sky Glider East - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Iowa Events Center - 4 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Casey's Center - 5 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Drake University - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Depot - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Long John Silver's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪East 25th Street Pub - ‬8 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.

Spacious Duplex by Fairgrounds & Downtown/Fire Pit

Enjoy comfort, convenience, and fun in this modern duplex located minutes from Downtown Des Moines, the State Capitol, and the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Whether you’re here for work, family, or a weekend getaway, this space is designed to make you feel right at home.

Our home offers,2 Fully equipped kitchen for home-cooked meals, Comfortable bedrooms with fresh linens, Fire pit for cozy evenings.
kids rooms with a smart TV and mini Nintendo. You will have exclusive access to the entire property.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • 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

General

  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

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 the dishwasher
Take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 22

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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 see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Fairground, close to Iowa State Fairgrounds, Casey's Center, and Adventureland. You'll also find Iowa State Capitol Building and Des Moines Civic Center within a short drive.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Is there 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.

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

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

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 7.7 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Spacious Duplex by Fairgrounds & Downtown/Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family trip

Spent time with family was a nice place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The only thing that could have made it better would have been if I could have brought my puppy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were always available to communicate. The location was perfect for where we were going that weekend. Plenty of space and I can't wait to go back when the weather is warmer and we can use the firepit/patio.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026