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The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

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Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Miscellaneous
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Sky Glider East
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden

About this property

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

It’s a retro, Iowa themed family friendly house that sleeps 7-10. Fully fenced in back yard. This isn’t your average Vrbo, it’s a FUN ONE!!
There’s games, toys, & a super fun Field of Dreams themed rec room with air hockey, ping pong, pool table, darts, & basketball!
Is this Heaven? No, it’s just the coolest Vrbo in Des Moines!

Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly place.

Birthday parties welcome, inquire for cost prior to booking.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: birthday parties
Birthday parties welcome, inquire before booking.
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Pet Friendly (rule + fee apply)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Wash your dishes. With pet: clean any excessive fur, all poop in trash can or it’s $20/poop I have to pick up.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets are not allowed on furniture, pick up after your pet outside/inside, and animals cannot be left at home alone. $60 for two / 3+ additional fees
$25 per person NOT listed on revservation. $250 UNATHORIZED PARTY FINE. Lying about pets is TWICE the fee. Honesty is appreciated.
Event fee: $75, maximum 15 people

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5194130
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
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Birthday parties welcome, inquire before booking.
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
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

About the neighborhood

Des Moines

Located in Des Moines, this vacation home is in the city center. Some of the area's popular attractions include Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Casey's Center or Iowa Events Center.
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Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sky Glider East - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Casey's Center - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Drake University - 7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Adventureland - 10 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Long John Silver's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate on Jun 18, 2026 start from $306, 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 The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate located?

Located in Fairground, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Sky Glider East and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Sleepy Hollow Sports Park and Grand View Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lily T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rooms clean. Location great! Host was easy to communicate with and very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 29, 2026
Glad you girls enjoyed it! Come back anytime :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ami K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was built with some much effort, I love every little details about it, also the host was such a genuine kind person. Amazing time well spent!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The house was varry clean and had all we need to make it feel like home away from home. My kids loved it, and so did are dog. The yard was fully fenced in so my dog could run around and play. Jessica was verry nice and under standing, and she alwas got back to me if i had any questions. We had a great time very much recommended, we are hoping to stay there again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by Jessica

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