Welcome to our 6-bedroom German-Tudor home, nestled on a 2.5-acre wooded lot just off Interstate-235. Ideal for accommodating family & friend groups, business teams, as well as solo travelers seeking comfort and tranquility.
The house is centrally located in the metro area, 10 minutes from downtown Des Moines to the east, and 10 minutes from West Des Moines to the west.
The house is located adjacent to the Walnut Creek Trail, offering miles of biking, jogging, and walking trails.
The space LEVEL 1: - Game room - Bathroom with Shower.
LEVEL 2: - Family Room with Large TV - 2 Car Garage
LEVEL 3: - Large Kitchen - Dining Room with seating for 12 - Sunken Living Room (3 steps down) with Large TV and beautiful bay window. - Study with board games - Laundry with washer and dryer - Half Bath
LEVEL 4: - Master bedroom with queen bed and own bathroom - Bedroom with queen bed - Bedroom with queen bed - Shared bathroom
LEVEL 5: - Bedroom with queen bed and convertible seat/bed. - Bedroom with queen bed and futon - Shared bathroom
LEVEL 6: - Attic bedroom with queen bed and... - Lounge area with fold down sofa bed and... - own bathroom
BACK YARD - Fenced with outdoor table with seating for 6. * Extra folding chairs are stored in the level 1 game room.
FRONT YARD - Extends down to the bike/walk/jog trail
Guest access You will have access to all 6 levels of the house, the front and the fenced back yard.
ACCESSIBILITY: You will have access to all levels. Stairs connect the different levels. The living spaces are spread over 6 main levels separated by short flights of stairs. Please reference the Overall Layout Photo. The main level (Level 3) is accessible without the use of stairs and has the kitchen, dining room, half bath. However, the Level 3 Living Room is lower than the dining room by 3 steps. (Review photos). The living room can be accessed through the study/game room door to avoid the use of stairs. Access to the bedrooms requires the use of 8 steps between Level 3 and Level 4 for access to 3 bedrooms. Additional steps separate the bedrooms on Level 5 and Level 6.
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Respect the neighbors. No disturbing neighbors with disruptive activity, excessive noise, or agitating behavior. No loud noise after 9:30 pm
If damage occurs beyond normal wear and tear, please inform the hosts about it as soon as possible
No food or drinks in bedrooms
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Property # 3819709
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the neighborhood
Des Moines
Located in Waterbury, a neighborhood in Des Moines, this vacation home is near a water park. Jordan Creek Town Center is worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's popular attractions can visit Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Traveling with kids? Consider Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden, or check out an event or a game at Casey's Center. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 3 min drive
Casey's General Store - 7 min walk
McDonald's - 11 min walk
Jimmy John's - 19 min walk
Wendy's - 9 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres?
As of May 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres on May 20, 2026 start from $736, 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 Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres located?
Located in Waterbury, this family-friendly Des Moines vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Val Air Ballroom and Windsor Heights Dog Park. Valley Junction and Water Works Park are also within 2 mi (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Nice, big house with plenty of space for all of us. Loved the big kitchen and lots of bathrooms. Only thing I would recommend is a shelf or some kind of storage in the attic bathroom.
Great stay! House is very large, providing lots of different spaces for people to watch tv, play games, socialize, etc. outdoor space is amazing when weather is good.
Thank you so much for providing your property for our company retreat and planning session. It was a great set-up for adults to have both privacy and community easily.
We were visiting the area for a school competition. We had mix of 7 kids and 4 adults and the place was perfect for us.
Brad C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Dana M.
Jul 12, 2025
The house suited our needs for a gathering of five couples for 3 nights. We liked the convenient location. Overall, I was disappointed in our stay. The cleanliness was questionable.
Thank you for hosting. Only comments I would have is the upstairs shower and window cill had some bugs dead and alive in it . Window nook in living room did too. Just mention it to the cleaners to get those disposed of. And I looked into the “splinter” I mentioned yesterday, it’s actually a nail in floor that’s head is popped up. It’s straight in when you walk in door about 3/4 of the way to the first hallway ip to kitchen. Thanks again!
5 siblings and spouses plus our parents for their 60th anniversary for 3 nights. A very accommodating place! We brought food for most of our meals. Plenty of space to enjoy ourselves! Quiet neighborhood. I highly recommend this property!
Six classmates enjoyed our stay together, choosing this home over hotel options. It proved to be a great choice. All of our questions and concerns were quickly addressed to our satisfaction. Highly recommend for large families or groups of friends.
Had a wonderful stay meeting up with old college friends and their children! So much room in the house- the fenced in backyard was ideal for keeping track of kids and toddlers. We were within 5 mins of everything we needed and even ended up staying in a night instead of going out to eat because of how convient the house was. Would absolutely stay again.
Additionally host was very responsive to any and all questions.
Convenient location and adjacent to biking and walking path. Lots of family room space and we had fun in the game room. Large yard in back. Multi levels of bedrooms and baths worked great for our group of 7. Most bathrooms have walkin tub with showers. Not my favorite. The house was missing some needed kitchen and cleaning basics. For our group it was a great fit.
This location was absolutely perfect to stay during state track. a 5-minute drive to Drake University made this location so desirable.
Centrally located in Des Moines we had a lot of options for dining during our down time. The house is very spacious and gave us all our own space to relax after the track sessions.
The younger kids absolutely loved the game room in the basement.
Joni K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 25, 2024
Thank you for staying with us. Looking forward to hosting you again in the future.
My family and extended family stayed here for a few days for the Iowa State fair. There were three adults and five kids and there was plenty of space for all! The kids love the upstairs room where they could hang out by themselves or game room downstairs. Two living rooms were both nice for all to relax at the end of the night. Location was in between State Fair and Jordan Creek both places we visited. Restaurants, bars and groceries are very close by! House is on busy road with entrance directly off the road so just have to be patient entering and exiting. Definitely would stay here again!! You won’t be disappointed!
For the 25th year we have brought our fantasy football league together to enjoy a fantastic weekend of fellowship and pigskin. This year we decided to head to the midwest as a rallying point. We found this property and hoped for the best in finding a place with a lot of bedrooms, bathrooms and living space. The Waterbury property checked those boxes and more. You never know what you are getting until you arrive but one step inside the house answered those questions. The house was exactly as depicted on the website though we weren't sure what that was going to be with 6 levels. But not only were we pleased beyond expectations, this is the coolest house any of us had seen in awhile. It is spacious beyond our hopes and dreams and we will definitely be returning. Do you have a big group get together coming up.....then this is your location. Book it now.
Joseph H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicole F.
Sep 3, 2025
Nicole F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert K.
May 1, 2025
Robert K.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 3, 2025
Thank you for staying with us. Looking forward to hosting you again in future.