See all properties
Entire home

Downtown Renovated Beauty

Photo gallery for Downtown Renovated Beauty

Living area
Interior
Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61532 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

View in a map
Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Hoyt Sherman Place
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Downtown Renovated Beauty

Come and enjoy this historic home with stunning modern design in the heart of Sherman Hill! Built in 1880, this renovated gem has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. It's just a few minutes walk to downtown Des Moines, bars and restaurants.

The designer kitchen is fully equipped for your culinary adventures with plenty of seating inside and out. The whole family can enjoy our fenced in back yard with outdoor tables and play-set.

The space
Each bedroom has a nova foam mattress. Two of the bedrooms have queen beds and the master bedroom with an en suite bathroom has a king.
Two bedrooms are located upstairs. There is one bedroom and one bathroom on the main floor.

The basement is unfinished with a washer and dryer.
Laundry detergent, dish soap, toilet paper, tissues, shampoo, conditioner and body wash are provided.

If you are traveling with small children we can provide a pack‘n play, high chair, children’s cups, dishes and utensils as well as toys.

If you are here in the winter, we are happy to come by and teach you how to use the gas fireplace as the older style can be confusing and we want you to be safe.

Guest access
During your stay you will have the entire house to yourself.
We will give you your own unique passcode for the Nest lock on the back door close to the garage.
You will also have access to one bay of the garage- we do use the other bay, the garage is not attached to the house.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Living area
Cozy 3-bedroom Beaverdale Brick
Beaverdale
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
Cozy 3-bedroom Beaverdale Brick

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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 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

Downtown Des Moines, a neighborhood in Des Moines, is home to this vacation home. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Casey's Center or Iowa Events Center.
View more Vacation Homes in Des MoinesOpens in a new window
Map
Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Drake University - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Casey's Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Northern Vessel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Degollado - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Big Grove Brewery & Taproom - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Renovated Beauty pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Renovated Beauty ?

As of Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Renovated Beauty on May 22, 2026 start from $271, 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 Downtown Renovated Beauty ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Renovated Beauty ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Renovated Beauty located?

Located in Downtown Des Moines, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House, Drake University, and Casey's Center. Hoyt Sherman Place and UnityPoint Health - Blank Children's Hospital are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

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

Excellent property!

The house is beautiful and clean. It was the perfect location, in a great neighborhood. Loved our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beds were extremely comfortable. The large couch was a wonderful place to hang out. The kitchen was stocked with everything you could need. Will absolutely be recommending.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had a wonderful stay here! Very accommodating host allowing for earlier check in. The location is in the very charming Sherman Hill neighborhood. The house was spacious, clean, and had all things necessary.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shea N.

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

Top tier

Beautiful home with character. Overall it was a great place to rest your head. Very clean and well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
and the hosts are perfect. 6 Adults and very comfortable. This is our 2nd time to stay here. We didn't being our pup this time. Bonus - if you play piano (which my Hubby does)The location is great and an easy distance to everything. We highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

terri k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was exactly what I needed!!!!will tell my friends..Thank you Mariah
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Mariah Britt

Host profile image
My husband Wade love eating and drinking our way around the world with our kids. We have both traveled extensively and lived abroad for years.
We currently reside in Des Moines, Iowa, just down the street this house! We moved into the Downtown Renovated Beauty for a year while we furnished and decorated it to make sure it had everything we would want while traveling.
We put a lot of focus on comfortable beds and lounge areas, a stocked kitchen because we love cooking, and things to keep kids happy while traveling. We also loved the giant sofa so much, we bought another one for our house!

Why they chose this property

Our historic neighborhood, Sherman Hill, is charming and full of character! We love being able to walk to the heart of town in 20 minutes. Even closer, we have several restaurants & bars, a playground and a grocery store you can reach 10 minutes or less on foot (unless you have a toddler that is easily distracted on walks).
There is easy access to public transport with bus stops throughout the neighborhood.

What makes this property unique

This home was built in 1880, and fortunately for us, owned by a designer before us who made the house look stunning inside and out! We lived in the house for a year while furnishing and decorating it to ensure it would make travelers feel at home and comfortable.
One thing we miss most from living in this house is the delicious filtered drinking water out of the left tap in the kitchen. We have a fenced in back yard to give you privacy, and keep your kids or fury friends safe.
Wade and I live just down the street, and are happy to help if you need anything during your stay.

Languages:

English, French, Norwegian, Swedish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback