10/10 Excellent
Josephene K.
Sep 19, 2025
Josephene K.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Entire home
Little Italy in DSM: 2 Bed 1 Bath Upgraded Townhome w/King Bed & Reading Nook
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Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Air conditioning
- Parking available
Explore the area
Des Moines, IA
- Fort Des Moines MuseumPlace, Fort Des Moines Museum3 min drive
- Casey's CenterPlace, Casey's Center7 min drive
- Iowa State FairgroundsPlace, Iowa State Fairgrounds13 min drive
- Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)5 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Des Moines
Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Fort Des Moines Museum, this vacation home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Blank Park Zoo. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a microwave, and a Smart TV.
What's nearby
- Fort Des Moines Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
- Casey's Center - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
- Iowa State Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 7.1 miles
- Jordan Creek Town Center - 16 min drive - 15.8 miles
- Adventureland - 18 min drive - 13.7 miles
Getting around
- Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
- Casey's - 3 min drive
- Wendy's - 3 min drive
- Little Caesars Pizza - 3 min drive
- Burger King - 3 min drive
- Paul Revere's Pizza - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Little Italy in DSM: 2 Bed 1 Bath Upgraded Townhome w/King Bed & Reading Nook
A little Italy in DSM! A perfect location that is central to many staples and nestled on a quiet residential side street!
The space has a KING bedroom with a fun reading nook, queen bedroom, and a full bath. We offer easy remote check-in with both driveway parking and free street parking.
A quick drive to:
☀ ~6 min to DSM Airport
☀ ~8 min to Wells Fargo Arena
☀ ~6 min to the Zoo
☀ ~9 min to the Grays Lake
☀ ~16 min to the Fairgrounds
☀ ~24 min to Jordan Creek
☀ ~24 min to Adventureland
The space:
Spacious bedrooms with large closets to hold enough for those who overpack the most! Luggage carriers as well to hold your bags. 12-inch Memory Foam mattresses with 3-inch memory foam toppers and blackout curtains in rooms for a comfortable stay.
Updated full bath with modern design, travel toiletries included in case you forgot yours!
Our space is a bi-level layout. When you step into the front door, you are greeted with stairs to go down to the living room, kitchen, and laundry, or up to the 2 bedrooms, reading nook & full bath.
The kitchen has all of the basics for a quick stay or a long-term stay! Coffee and tea are provided with cream and sugar to start your days off right!
We have tried to think of everything you could possibly need while staying at our place! We are frequently short-term rental travelers ourselves and have included all of the best details from our years of traveling!
Guest access:
You have complete access to the entire unit. The backyard space is shared with the other unit.
The driveway is quite long and could accommodate two vehicles comfortably. You may also park on the street in front of the property, but please follow all city parking rules.
Other things to note
-- In-unit laundry with pods/dryer sheets included!
-- Dishwasher included
-- Portable Fans included in the bedroom closet
-- Office desk in the queen/full trundle bedroom
-- Front/Rear Door Ring Cameras for security
-- Access to Nest Thermostat so you can set your desired temp (or ask us if you don't know how to use a Google Nest and we are happy to set it through the app)
The space has a KING bedroom with a fun reading nook, queen bedroom, and a full bath. We offer easy remote check-in with both driveway parking and free street parking.
A quick drive to:
☀ ~6 min to DSM Airport
☀ ~8 min to Wells Fargo Arena
☀ ~6 min to the Zoo
☀ ~9 min to the Grays Lake
☀ ~16 min to the Fairgrounds
☀ ~24 min to Jordan Creek
☀ ~24 min to Adventureland
The space:
Spacious bedrooms with large closets to hold enough for those who overpack the most! Luggage carriers as well to hold your bags. 12-inch Memory Foam mattresses with 3-inch memory foam toppers and blackout curtains in rooms for a comfortable stay.
Updated full bath with modern design, travel toiletries included in case you forgot yours!
Our space is a bi-level layout. When you step into the front door, you are greeted with stairs to go down to the living room, kitchen, and laundry, or up to the 2 bedrooms, reading nook & full bath.
The kitchen has all of the basics for a quick stay or a long-term stay! Coffee and tea are provided with cream and sugar to start your days off right!
We have tried to think of everything you could possibly need while staying at our place! We are frequently short-term rental travelers ourselves and have included all of the best details from our years of traveling!
Guest access:
You have complete access to the entire unit. The backyard space is shared with the other unit.
The driveway is quite long and could accommodate two vehicles comfortably. You may also park on the street in front of the property, but please follow all city parking rules.
Other things to note
-- In-unit laundry with pods/dryer sheets included!
-- Dishwasher included
-- Portable Fans included in the bedroom closet
-- Office desk in the queen/full trundle bedroom
-- Front/Rear Door Ring Cameras for security
-- Access to Nest Thermostat so you can set your desired temp (or ask us if you don't know how to use a Google Nest and we are happy to set it through the app)
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an ironing board, and a desk.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Stovetop
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Games
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a zoo
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 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 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: 3:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 21
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.
- 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.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see near this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Des Moines, close to Casey's Center and Iowa State Fairgrounds. You'll also find Blank Park Zoo and Principal Park within a short drive.
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 offer 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 2.9 mi away (12 minutes by car).
Little Italy in DSM: 2 Bed 1 Bath Upgraded Townhome w/King Bed & Reading Nook Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
6 - Okay
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Jessica H.
Aug 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good
It’s a little too girly for my husband and son a lot of pink and I had no idea what Swifty meant but it did exactly what we needed and that was a place to stay roof over our head and my son and I absolutely loved the scavenger hunt but he was disappointed because they were just girly tattoos. Nothing there there boys
Jessica H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kristina S.
Jun 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our needs
We were in town for an event at a nearby hotel. Taylors Version was a perfect place to stay to be close to the event but still have our own quiet place to relax. The recommended restaurants were great, we went to the BBQ place and loved it. Our daughter enjoyed the scavenger hunt and getting rewarded with a friendship bracelet and a sticker. I was thankful to do a load of laundry so we didn’t have sweaty sticky clothes in the car for our long drive home. All in all it was a great place and was perfect for our needs.
Hopefully we will be able to stay there again next year.
Kristina S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen N.
Jun 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Des Moines 70.3
Great property if you are racing the 70.3. Perfect location, quiet neighborhood, easy access to downtown.
Very clean!
Karen N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024