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The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

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Interior
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
WiFi, bed sheets
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Sky Glider East
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Located in Fairground, this vacation home is a leisurely stroll from sights such as Iowa State Fairgrounds and Sky Glider East.
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What's nearby

  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sky Glider East - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Casey's Center - 6 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Adventureland - 10 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 18 min drive - 16.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Long John Silver's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 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.

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

It’s a retro, Iowa themed family friendly house that sleeps 7-10. Fully fenced in back yard. This isn’t your average Vrbo, it’s a FUN ONE!!
There’s games, toys, & a super fun Field of Dreams themed rec room with air hockey, ping pong, pool table, darts, & basketball!
Is this Heaven? No, it’s just the coolest Vrbo in Des Moines!

Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly place.

Birthday parties welcome, inquire for cost prior to booking.
The vacation home includes a hair dryer.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

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:

Gather used towels

Turn off the lights

Wash your dishes. With pet: clean any excessive fur, all poop in trash can or it’s $20/poop I have to pick up.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Pets are not allowed on furniture, pick up after your pet outside/inside, and animals cannot be left at home alone. $60 for two / 3+ additional fees

$25 per person NOT listed on revservation. $250 UNATHORIZED PARTY FINE. Lying about pets is TWICE the fee. Honesty is appreciated.

Event fee: $75, maximum 15 people

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • 1 total (20 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet Friendly (rule + fee apply)

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: birthday parties

Birthday parties welcome, inquire before booking.

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
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Birthday parties welcome, inquire before booking.
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 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.
  • Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15.
  • Note from host: Birthday parties welcome, inquire before booking.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Fairground within a short 12-minute walk of Iowa State Fairgrounds and also 10 minutes on foot from Sky Glider East. You'll also find Casey's Center and Iowa State Capitol Building within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate?

As of May 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate on May 20, 2026 start from $222, 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 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 offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome 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 9.7 mi away (25 minutes by car).

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ami K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was built with some much effort, I love every little details about it, also the host was such a genuine kind person. Amazing time well spent!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026