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Waterbury Treasure!

Vacation home in Des Moines with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Val Air Ballroom
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Valley Junction
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Art Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Located in Waterbury within a short walk of Val Air Ballroom, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of Valley Junction. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Val Air Ballroom - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Valley Junction - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Des Moines Art Center - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Des Moines Community Playhouse - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Water Works Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Smokey Row - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Either/Or - ‬5 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.

Waterbury Treasure!

Be close to everything when you stay at this centrally located home. The Waterbury neighborhood is in the center of the Des Moines Metro area- steps from The Willow on Grand, a short drive to Drake University, Valley Junction, Jordan Creek Town Center and Des Moines University. This comfortable home has 3 bedrooms (2 queens 1 full), a private shaded deck with a fenced in back yard. Pet friendly! And a spacious kitchen with all of the essentials. The sunny family room has comfortable seating and a dining area with room for 6.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. 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: Free WiFi

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 2 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Waterbury within a short 10-minute walk of Val Air Ballroom and also 19 minutes on foot from Valley Junction. You'll also find Casey's Center and Des Moines Art Center within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

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.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Waterbury Treasure!?

Amenities at this vacation home that appeal to couples include a kitchen in each accommodation with kitchens in some.

Does Waterbury Treasure! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub 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 for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Des Moines International Airport (DSM), which is 7 mi away (15 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Waterbury Treasure!?

Yes, every accommodation at Waterbury Treasure! comes with a deck.

Waterbury Treasure! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

diane a.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs a good deep clean ! Air vents full of dust esp in bathroom - blinds in the living room were filthy and falling down ….id recommend some TLC and a deep clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We didn’t stay here for a vineyard. We were doing a trade show and needed a quiet place with a kitchen. Absolutely wonderful location that was just what we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jody C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable. Weren't expecting steep steps and basement bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet area, clean home, excellent host. Exactly what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place…as advertised. Communication with management was great! Family enjoyed the location and peaceful neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location near wonderful walking trail (great to walk after a long road trip) and shopping and restaurants. Walkable and safe
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Des Moines adventure

We enjoyed the house, Great amount of space and the yard was nice. It was easy to get downtown and to many of the sites. We had a great stay and have recommend the house to friends!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

There were 6 of us (3 couples) who came to town for an Iowa State football game. This property was very affordable and provided the perfect place to come back and rest/talk after an exciting weekend in Ames. The house itself is a bit drafty so I would recommend you bring some extra blankets if you get cold at night, but the space itself was clean, comfortable, and well managed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

The home was perfect for a family weekend. It's large enough to provide personal space, but still cozy. Everything was clean and the location provided easy access to restaurants and activities. Kitchen was furnished with all the basics to make it easy to prepare meals at home. Anna was easy to communicate with and very accommodating. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Property was great for our quick getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute & Comfortable in Des Moines

We were REALLY happy with our stay at this cute house. It was an excellent experience from start to finish. The house is in a nice, quiet neighborhood, easy to find, with the cutest little boutique shopping/bar/restaurant neighborhood just a couple blocks away, and convenient to tourist areas that Des Moines offers. The house was VERY clean, with all of the amenities. We would definitely stay here again if we return to Des Moines.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristian M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hinterland Getaway

Great home we booked during our time in Iowa for hinterland. It was a great place to escape to after the music festival!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gig W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding weekend

Came for a friends wedding at Willow on Grand. Great location, walked to event. Clean, comfortable and a great back porch and yard
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024