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Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Ames, IA
  • Place, Ada Hayden Heritage Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Jack Trice Stadium
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting

Conveniently located within walking distance of Walmart, several restaurants, and beautiful Ada Hayden Park, it offers quick, easy access to well-traveled streets, while remaining tucked away off the beaten path for quiet and privacy.

The property is legally a duplex. This listing consists of the entire main level of the house plus a bonus bedroom, half bath, and laundry room in the lower level. The other "half" of the duplex is the remainder of the lower level, and has its own private entrance and full-time, wonderful, quiet tenant. You likely never would know anyone was there!

This space has been modernly decorated throughout, and includes a living room with seating for 9, a spacious kitchen with a dining table with seating for 8 and counter seating for 2, four bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms.

Each bedroom comes equipped with a queen bed and TV. Three of the bedrooms are on the main level, and one is on the lower level.

This house sleeps 9:

Bedroom 1: Queen (x2)
Bedroom 2: Queen (x2)
Bedroom 3: Queen (x2)
Bedroom 4: Queen (x2)
Portable Mattress: (x1) Best for children

In the summer, you can fire up the grill and enjoy outdoor dining on the back deck, where you can relax and take in the peaceful and spacious .80 acre back yard with the beautiful woodsy view!

Our cold weather guests may enjoy a stimulating sensation! Bring your bathing suit and plan to treat yourself to a soak in our 4-6 person inflatable hot tub! Tucked away in our back yard unheated cabana, our hot tub allows you to sink inside and let the jets heat and massage you, while the crisp, cool air simultaneously invigorates you! Just sit back, relax, and let the bubbles float your worries away!

This house includes driveway parking for three cars. Street parking is available for overflow.

RIDING:
1 block to the nearest CyRide stop

DRIVING:
Hilton Coliseum: 11 minutes
Jack Trice Stadium: 12 minutes
Mary Greeley Medical Center: 7 minutes
Ada Hayden Heritage Park: 3 minutes

We want you to have a FABULOUS time during your stay, and would be disappointed if you didn't! That stated, please know before booking that this is NOT a party house. We respect our neighbors and our house, and we ask that our guests do, too. Please let us know when you book that this fits with your plans. Thank you very much!

For the safety and security of our guests, this house is protected by an ADT security system. It includes two exterior cameras, but, for your privacy, no interior cameras.

We are a certified location with the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
Decor & small creek hazardous for small children.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Ames

Ames is home to this vacation home. Farm House Museum and Brunnier Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Veenker Memorial Golf Course and Cinemark Ames Movies 12. Furman Aquatic Center and Octagon Center for the Arts are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Ada Hayden Heritage Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Iowa State University - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Main Street Cultural District - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 8 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cabin Coffee Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Flame & Skewer - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting?

As of Apr 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting on May 10, 2026 start from $338, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting located?

Situated in Ames, this vacation home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Ada Hayden Heritage Park and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Iowa State University. Veenker Memorial Golf Course and Main Street Cultural District are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Pam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
It says whole house when in fact there’s a tenant living in the bottom half of the basement. They have their own entrance but it’s weird having someone staying below you.Hot tub is a vinyl one and was small but hot. House was clean. Host was very helpful with information for what we asked about.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay. The place is perfect for our needs. The host was incredibly responsive and welcoming. They were even flexible with us when a snowstorm rolled in and we had to stay an extra night. Couldn’t recommend highly enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great friends weekend for an Iowa State football game! The home was clean, and we appreciated the treats the host supplied! Would stay again! Everything we wanted was just a short Uber ride away, and the neighborhood was safe and quiet!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CYHawk weekend with lots of TV viewing and grilling on deck: tailgating at the house! SUper comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen. Lots of room. HIghly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home!

It was a perfect stay. Very clean, lots of things for comfort provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Work

Needed a place to stay while working at Barilla very nice clean place will definitely book again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and Thoughtfully-Prepared Property

Comfortable and convenient location for our family’s needs. It was lovely having a sound machine in every room, and the host thoughtfully provided welcome fruit and snacks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynnett B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Football weekend

Traveled from Kansas for the KSU v ISU football game. It was a fantastic place to stay while up for the weekend. We tailgated in the warmth of the house instead of the freezing temperatures. Everything we could need to help out was there! They have thought of everything. Fantastic home and host. We would stay again if in Ames.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MIKE A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great family week

Fantastic space for entertainment! Immacculate. Well-stocked kitchen with good amenities. Used this space for a no-host Holiday, and it worked perfectly, allowing family members from out of state a homey place to stay, without pressuring the Ames residents to host at their house. Easy access to restaurants, groceries, gas, and shopping. 10/10 would recommend!"
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Read the listing

We loved everything!! Don’t be like me though, read the listing don’t just look at the pictures. We were surprised to find there’s a tenant downstairs, separate unit. When I went back to read the listing it was in there. My bad! But it ended up being fine! Loved the coffee, breakfast items, so thoughtful and the home was everything we needed! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kate K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Unexpected tenant living in basement

Was not aware that there was a tenant living in the basement of the property- We did not see them but at night was loud til after midnight with TV noise. Noise was right above bedroom and made it hard to sleep. Because we travel with our four children it made me uncomfortable knowing there was a tenant and i was on alert more when my kids went outside. Hot tub is not able to fit six adults - maybe 3. There is no seating in the hot tub - see picture. Dirty pots/pans in cupboard. Overall clean and accommodating, nice neighborhood close to many amenities. Ames is a beautiful small city and nice place to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Senior Nationals stay in Aimes

This was no doubt the best VRBO experience we have had. Host Gina provided an array of welcoming items including milk, juices, fruit, donuts and bathroom amenities! The residence met all our expectations and the communication with Gina was excellent. Nearby grocers and restaurants made it even better.10 out 10! Thanks for hosting our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cheering on the Cyclones

We were so happy with this house and had great communication with Gina. We loved the little special touches!! Our family will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot!

Great house, super clean, well set up, comfortable beds, nice outdoor deck and back yard and very thoughtful in welcoming details upon arrival. Thanks for sharing your home with us, we will definitely be back!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super clean and bright

The house was clean and updated. We really enjoyed the house and will plan to rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Nice place to relax and spend time with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gina

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