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• Lively Cottage 2 King Beds 4 Bed 2 Bath •

Vacation home in Indianola with kitchen and patio

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81503 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Indianola, IA
  • Place, Simpson College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Metro Opera
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, National Balloon Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Indianola

This vacation home places you within a short walk of Simpson College and within a mile (2 km) of Des Moines Metro Opera. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Simpson College - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Warren County Fair - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Des Moines Metro Opera - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • National Balloon Museum - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Indianola Country Club - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Deng's Garden - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪A&W Restaurant - ‬2 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.

• Lively Cottage 2 King Beds 4 Bed 2 Bath •

Located just down the street from Simpson College. Our 4 bedroom 2 bath room house gives you plenty of space to come together and relax. Privet back yard with our fully furnished house this is your home away from home.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. 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

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 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 (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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,503 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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: 4:00 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Frequently asked questions

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

This vacation home is located in Indianola within a short 17-minute walk of Des Moines Metro Opera. National Balloon Museum is also within a driving distance of 1.9 mi.

Will I be able to park 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 do couples enjoy most about • Lively Cottage 2 King Beds 4 Bed 2 Bath •?

Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a kitchen and a smart TV as well as a garden.

Are there hot tubs at • Lively Cottage 2 King Beds 4 Bed 2 Bath •?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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 17.4 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at • Lively Cottage 2 King Beds 4 Bed 2 Bath •?

Yes, every accommodation at • Lively Cottage 2 King Beds 4 Bed 2 Bath • comes with a deck.

• Lively Cottage 2 King Beds 4 Bed 2 Bath • Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is our 4th stay at the property. It's just as advertised and perfect for our needs. The neighborhood is very quiet and perfect for walking our dog. This time we extended our stay by one day at the start. I messaged the host and he made the process very easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a very nice stay. The home was quaint and comfortable. It is in a residential area, but close to the business areas of town. The house was clean. The bed rooms were good sized. I saw that another reviewer commented that the appliances were older - that is correct, but they worked perfectly and are in great condition. My adult children LOVED the downstairs - walls shag carpeted half way up and a corded phone. Dining room area was a bit small, but we were in the area for a wedding, so this did not affect our stay. The communication with the host was good. We would gladly stay here again if we had a need to be in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Spring A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!

Had a great stay, will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

VRBO Indianola,Iowa

Cute home ,easy to find ,close to everything, cozy but plenty of room.Glad we chose them Between Osceola, Iowa Celebration of Life for my Mom and could visit other family in Des Moines
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly as advertised

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and quiet.

The house was well stocked and very clean. Everything was easy to use; tv, dishwasher etc. The beds were awesome comfy. Plenty of hot water for showers. Friendly neighbors. Easy access to the house. I had problems using the Vrbo app, so staying in touch with the host was hit and miss for a day or so. Don’t know if the hacking of Microsoft or others had anything to do with that. If not, Vrbo needs to fix the app messaging.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for family

First, thank you to the home owners. They were very easy to communicate with. The house was perfect for us. The large backyard was beautiful and perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our stay

The property was just as advertised. It had everything we needed for our stay. It's in a nice neighborhood and we were very comfortable walking our dog at any time of the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Weekend away

The house was just as stated. I had read the other reviews and agree. The host were quick to answer any questions. The house was as advertised and was clean. The upstairs was warm, and the AC wasn't helping much. The yard was very overgrown but it was mowed while we were there. However, we had no notice of this, just had people there when we got up. The "patio" area was still very overgrown. House worked for a place to spend a weekend away as a landing pad between activities and was in a good neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Stay in Indianola

Nice place, everything was as advertised. We had 7 adults and slept very comfortably - easily could’ve slept a few more. Driveway had room for 3 (maybe 4?) cars, which was nice. Some appliances were old and there was somewhat limited seating for a large group in living area. Overall good place and I would stay here again if I was in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Ginger S.

Liked: Cleanliness

July Stay

The house was nice. The only complaint I have was it was sparingly furnished. It would have been nice to have a chest of drawers or something in the bedrooms to put our clothes away. Very few hangers in the closets even. A chair or two in the living room would have helped. The couch is very large and very deep not great for height challenged people. Otherwise the house was nice and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Everything was as advertised. Communication was always very prompt with the lister.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Scott B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Confusing

Overall, our stay was uneventful. Never saw owners, sure they saw us through video cameras. Someone has put money into the house. New roof, remodeled bathrooms, good tv, beds mostly comfortable. Couch from Goodwill(?), never seen one like it. If you are short, good luck. No chairs except 4 in kitchen/dining area, one upstairs in bedroom. Main floor toilet good but always flushed twice.Appliances old but functional, (don’t know about stove, never used it, however Montgomery Ward ended business in 2000, refrigerator (Maytag) delivered in 98 but was cold.)First impressions are critical in any environment. This was where the owners failed. Lawn overgrown, weeds growing unchecked on paver patio, some 3 feet tall, too bad, would have been cool to sit on. Overall impression? Neglected, not just for the week, more like two or three. Weeds,much longer . Random trees, and weeds growing everywhere. Front of home very overgrown, broken bird bath in back yard. All outside lights were burned out, an outlet in house did not work, 4 dinner plates with extra paper, most cabinets empty. Some pots/pans. Silverware good and plentiful. Good coffeemaker, never used it. To me, the whole situation made no sense. The house itself looked good but sparsely furnished, yard was a disaster. I don’t like leaving negative reviews but if you have a big family and want to use the yard look elsewhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara A.

Liked: Cleanliness

A couple of things

Downstairs bathroom door didn't shut or lock. Looks like door jam inside bathroom needs repair. Upstairs is warm - AC doesn't cool upstairs adequately
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad P., Marion, Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness

Indianola

We needed a place to home base while family gathered for my father’s funeral. The property was well stocked with supplies like soap, TP, paper towels, Kleenex, dishwasher soap, laundry detergent and coffee. Beds were comfy. We will stay again if the need arises.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023