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Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown

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Dining
Smart TV, video games
Exterior
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ames, IA
  • Place, Main Street Cultural District
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Stephens Auditorium
    ‪14 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Ames

This vacation home places you within a leisurely stroll of Main Street Cultural District and Hilton Coliseum. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Iowa State Center - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Iowa State University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hilton Coliseum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Stephens Auditorium - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪El Jefe - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬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.

Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown

The whole group will enjoy easy access to everything from this centrally located place. Iowa State University, Campustown, Jack Trice, or Hilton Coliseum are all within 1 mile walking distance from here. Only a short distance to the north both Brookside park and Furman aquatic center can be found. Historic downtown Ames is not too far away where you can find restaurants, shops, and businesses.

Originally built in 1914 this historic yet modern home features beautiful craftsmen style wood work with updated features. At 2,225 sq. ft. this 4 bedroom, 1.5 bath home offers all the amenities, fully functional kitchen, main floor laundry and 2 car detached garage.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with 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

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • 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)

Policies

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

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.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

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

This vacation home is located in Ames, a short 10-minute walk from Main Street Cultural District and also 12 minutes on foot from Hilton Coliseum. You'll also find Iowa State Center and Stephens Auditorium less than a mile away.

How much does it cost to stay at Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown?

As of May 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown on May 18, 2026 start from $452, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is this vacation home associated with 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.

Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Phil was amazing! The house was awesome and we’d love to rebook in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly E., Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We came for my daughter's sorority weekend and football game. Great layout, location and very clean. Just what we needed for a super fun weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, excellent host!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ames House

We had a great time in Ames for our dance competition. The house was super close to Stephens auditorium and was everything we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Stayed with four friends for a basketball game; had a great/comfortable time, no complaints :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C., Lake Zurich, IL

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Accomodations

The property was very well maintained craftsman home. Plenty of room to hang out with our Iowa State students and of course feed them. House was very close to campus that our students actually walked over to us! Can’t recommend enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Close to campus and plenty of room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024