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Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown

2.0 star property

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Compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and oven, featuring a sink and countertop with various items.
Relax in this inviting room with a high ceiling, ceiling fan, and large window offering a view.
Enter a serene space with a welcoming door, a comfortable sofa, and a clean, uncluttered atmosphere.
Traditional two-story house with a central entrance and well-manicured lawn.
Enjoy meals with family and friends in this elegant dining area, featuring a large table and matching benches.

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ames, IA
  • Iowa State University
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Stephens Auditorium
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬

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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 microwave, a Smart TV, and a TV.

What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Iowa State University - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Hilton Coliseum - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stephens Auditorium - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬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.

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 1.5 bathrooms and space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a dishwasher.

Property manager

Philip Kleve

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

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 Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub 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.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

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

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown?

No, at Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown, there aren't any accommodations that list a balcony.

Craftsmen Style Home near campus and downtown Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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