Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235.

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(27 Ratings)

House in Des Moines, IA

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

This home away from home is perfect for families and friends visiting Des Moines. The CapeCod style home is steps away from The Waveland Cafe. Quick access to I235 which will get you in and around Des Moines in minutes! We are nestled in a quiet neighborhood close to Drake University and downtown.
The kitchen is the heart of this 1500 sq foot home. The kitchen connects the spacious living area to the separate dining room, as well as 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. The main suite, located upstairs, features a queen sized bed and 3 piece bathroom.
The basement provides an additional bedroom and 3 piece bathroom with laundry as well as a bonus room. There is plenty of off street parking available at the house.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Des Moines, IA

Nearby attractions

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

5.9 mi

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

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Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235.

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5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(27 Ratings)

House in Des Moines, IA

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Includes essentialsPets allowed, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Air conditioner

Pets allowed

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Family friendly

Map of Des Moines, IA

Nearby attractions

Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden

5.9 mi

Pappajohn Sculpture Park

Ratings and reviews

5.0 / 5.0

Outstanding(27 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2024

This adorable little home was not only super cute, clean, and cozy, but it had so many things we needed for our little Des Moines vacation. ❤️

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Perfect size for our stay. Showing sheep at state fair and nice having four bedrooms for everyone and three bathrooms. Snacks that were available were perfect for everyone after a very long day traveling and at the fair. Great washing machine and dryer for doing laundry. Deer greeted us one morning and one evening. Really enjoyed our stay!!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Loved everything about it!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

I booked based upon the stellar reviews but honestly was thinking, “It can’t be that great”. I’m the first to admit I was wrong. This place is absolutely perfect for a stay away from home. Great neighborhood, great house, easy access to interstate, and the snacks Miriam left just made it feel like she cares. Will stay here again without a doubt

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2024

Good property. Great owner

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

Host was very quick to respond and very accommodating to our travel times for check in. House was as described and very clean and in a quiet area. Also, as an added bonus snacks and drinks were provided which the kids loved. Would not hesitate if back in the area to stay here again.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

We enjoyed our stay at this property. We had two couples and used the bedrooms and bathrooms on the first and second floors. The beds were very comfortable and we slept well. The living room was great for relaxing and talking; we also made use of the kitchen and dining room. The home was clean and had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

We loved our stay … it was clean and spacious! Our kids enjoyed how close we were to everything … especially the Waveland Cafe!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

My family enjoyed a wonderful week at this property. The location is handy for any destination in the Des Moines metro area as the freeway is just a couple blocks away. There are several grocery stores, bakery, coffee shops, even a playground, within a 6 block radius and the neighborhood is safe and walkable. The house is great for use by several generations (we had grandma, adult children & grandchildren) because there are multiple living areas. It was absolutely spotless and we found a large basket of snacks upon arrival! We will definitely return!!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

House was very clean, check-in was easy, and plenty of room for the family.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

It would have been more than enough to stay in a place that checked the boxes - clean, near points of interest, comfortable, nice neighborhood. What makes this place special are the personal touches. A variety of snacks that seem to be the ones you want. The decorations that show a pride in Des Moines and Iowa. A selection of name brand amenities. Sheets and towels soft to the touch. And much more! All of this is due to the owner, Miriam, who made us feel welcome. It's obvious that she cared about making our stay special. I'm guessing she feels that way about all of her quests. I don't rend to "firewall" 5 stars. This place deserved the ratings. I would happily stay here again. I highly recommend you choose this home for your visit to Des Moines!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

We were in town for our son’s graduation from Iowa State University. Our stay was phenomenal. The house was perfect and our host was amazing. The house is very clean, spacious and very well appointed. We were traveling as a family with 6 adults and the house allowed the three couples their own bedrooms and bathrooms! Our host thought of everything She even left homemade cookies decorated in Iowa State colors congratulating us on our Son’s graduation. We highly recommend this location for anyone visiting the Des Moines area!!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

The house was just as advertised - maybe even better. Very clean and well stocked and the neighborhood was quiet. Made it easy for us to spend a long weekend visiting family and going to the Drake relays. The weekend itself was interrupted a little with tornado warnings but the house had a very nice basement to hang out in while we waited for the storms to pass and fortunately nothing was very close. Would definitely recommend and we plan stay again next time we are in town!

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2023

Our (growing) family gathered in Des Moines for Christmas and were really pleased with this home. The owner was quick to respond to questions. Will definitely keep it in mind for future trips to Iowa.

5.0 / 5.0

Nov 2023

Our family was in town for a memorial service, and we had such a lovely stay here. All of the beds were extremely comfortable, each living area had its own bathroom, the hosts left amazing and sweet snacks for our enjoyment, and the living room with the fireplace was just so cozy and such a lovely place to hang out. Thank you for an amazing stay! Highly recommend.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

What a great find! The house was comfortable for my family of 3 adults and 2 children. The fireplace was so cozy and it’s close to everything in Des Moines! Thanks Mariam for being a gracious host.

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2023

House was very clean and organized. We had no problem finding everything we needed. Host was great and accommodating. We will be keeping this on our places to stay when we visit Iowa again. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a nice, clean place to stay. Area was also nice and quiet.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

We stayed here for a family get-together and this place was a great home base for our needs (5 adults and 2 kids). Plenty of parking, easy access, multiple TVs and space for everyone to spread out a bit, handy provided snacks held us over on the first night. It was a comfy backdrop to a fun trip! Plus, one of the kids left a tablet behind and the host was very helpful in reuniting us with it.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

The home had plenty of space, everything we needed plus more was there. Check in and out process was very smooth and easy. The home was very clean and super comfortable. Top Notch!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

We had a great time. The house is so clean and had everything we would need or wanted. We came up to go to the state fair and had a great time there.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

One of the very best properties I've stayed in, and our good experience started before we ever set foot in the place. We had a scheduling issue with our trip, and the host was very prompt and accommodating in adjusting our booking, and very responsive during our stay as well. The house is updated, immaculate and situated in a quiet neighborhood, with good parking and plenty of space inside. We didn't have an opportunity to use the kitchen, but it looked to be well-equipped and included lots of great snacks (of which we did avail ourselves). It's located just a short jaunt to the Waveland Cafe and Maccabee's Deli (get the pastrami), and a bit further to a lot more shopping and services. It's also not far off Interstate 235, allowing access to all the other cool stuff Des Moines has to offer. I'd stay here again in a heartbeat.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

excellent, very clean and pleasant. Good communication with the owner and prompt response in communion. recommended 100%

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

The property is exactly as described . The beds were vey comfortable . They had amenities for our use all through the home including snacks and coffee pods . Would book again !

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

Property owners went above beyond… Snacks provided were a huge plus.. Really a great overall experience with this place.. Located on a quiet street not far from downtown Des Moines

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

Absolutely thrilled with this property and host! Great community, cafe within walking distance for breakfast. Home was beautiful and comfortably fit our entire group. Host had fast communication about any questions we had.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

We loved this small but great home. It was clean and reasonably equipped (although we would suggest adding a frying pan and chopping knives to the kitchen) which made our stay nice and easy. The Wi-Fi was great here too! The neighbor hood was quiet which meant we were not disturbed at night and the beds were comfortable. Our host also left an excellent selection of complimentary snacks which were perfect after a 6 hour drive! Would definitely stay here again if we come back to Des Moines x

5.0 / 5.0

May 2023

Very comfortable, clean and convenient. Communication with the host was easy and responsive. Enjoyed our stay very much.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Des Moines?

The average price for a rental in Des Moines is $249 per night. This rental is $99 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235. pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235.?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235.

House in Des Moines, IA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Des Moines, IA

Nearby attractions

Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235.

House in Des Moines, IA

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Des Moines, IA

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Des Moines?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235. pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Cozy 4 bedroom home. Just 2 miles from Drake University. Easy access to I235.?

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