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House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood

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Et toetagers hus med en veranda, en grøn dør og en lille have med forskellige planter og et træ.
Et toetagers hus med en veranda, trapper og et lille haveområde med plantekrukker.
En trappe med tæppe på trinene, der fører op til en platform.
En rummelig opholdsstue med trægulv, ventilator og trappe til et andet niveau.
En gang med en trædør, tæppe på gulvet, en seng med sengegavl, et kommode og et badeværelse med vask og spejl.

Anmeldelser

9,6 ud af 10, Gæstefavorit
Blandt de bedst anmeldte overnatningssteder i dette område

Højdepunkter

  • Skabt til afslapning

    Højt bedømt for komfort – gæsterne føler sig hjemme her.
  • Bålplads til rådighed

    Et af de få overnatningssteder med sin egen udendørs bålplads.
  • Central beliggenhed

    Du er aldrig langt fra din destination med denne praktiske beliggenhed.
  • Oplev nærliggende seværdigheder

    I nærheden af Drake University
5 soveværelser2+ badeværelserPlads til 15 personer

Populære faciliteter

  • Terrasse
  • Grill
  • Aircondition
  • Køleskab
  • Internet
  • Mulighed for parkering på stedet

Udforsk området

Åbn kort
Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪5 min. gang‬
  • Place, Des Moines Community Playhouse
    ‪14 min. gang‬
  • Place, Knapp Center
    ‪17 min. gang‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Int.)
    ‪12 min. kørsel‬

Sovepladser

5 soveværelser (15 sovepladser)

Soveværelse 1

1 kingsize-seng

Soveværelse 2

1 queensize-seng

Soveværelse 3

1 queensize-seng

Soveværelse 4

2 enkeltsenge

Soveværelse 5

1 dobbeltseng og 1 enkeltseng

2 badeværelser, 1 toilet

Badeværelse 1

Sæbe · Håndklæder til rådighed · Toilet

Badeværelse 2

Sæbe · Håndklæder til rådighed · Toilet · Kun brusekabine · Shampoo · Hårtørrer

Badeværelse 3

Sæbe · Håndklæder til rådighed · Badekar eller brusekabine · Toilet · Shampoo

Områder

Terrasse eller gårdhave
Køkken
Separat spiseområde
Udendørs legeområde
Have
Spiseområde

Om overnatningsstedet

House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood

Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood
Welcome to House of Funk, a clean, convenient, and welcoming home in the heart of Des Moines's vibrant Drake Neighborhood, lovingly known as Dogtown. While it’s not fancy or frilly, this Queer-owned and operated space is thoughtfully curated to ensure your stay is comfortable, fun, and memorable.

Central Location for Exploration
House of Funk is perfectly situated for those looking to explore Des Moines. Located within walking or biking distance to popular spots like local restaurants, bars, the historic Varsity Cinema, music venues like xBk Live and Lefty’s, grocery stores, and Walgreens, you’ll find all the essentials just moments away. Need to venture further? With quick access to I-235, you can be at Wells Fargo Arena in 6 minutes and just about anywhere in Greater Des Moines within 15 minutes. For added convenience, DART Bus Local Route 3 stops right outside the house.

Comfortable Accommodations
This 5-bedroom house comfortably sleeps up to 15 guests with:

1 King bed
2 Queen beds
1 Full-size bed
2 Twin beds
1 Trundle bed
2 Couches
4 Twin Air mattress

The primary bedroom features a king bed and an en suite bathroom with a full bath. A second 3/4 bathroom offers a walk-in shower and vanity. A third bathroom on the main floor is a convenient water closet. The property includes Central AC & heat, WiFi, an iron, and a washer & dryer, making it ideal for quick trips or extended stays.

Intentional & Sustainable
At House of Funk, sustainability is front and center. The home is furnished with thrifted pieces, features on-site composting, and actively supports local ecosystems, artists, and businesses. Whether you’re attending the Drake Relays, hosting a pop-up event, or reuniting with friends or family, this space is designed to accommodate a variety of needs with respect and style.

Extras for Your Stay
Includes off-street parking, bikes, a spacious fenced backyard with a Weber charcoal grill, chiminea fire pit, and patio furniture for outdoor relaxation.

Parking: Two off-street parking spaces are available in the front, with additional space for larger vehicles, such as campers or recreational equipment, available upon request.
Smoking: Smoking is not allowed inside but is permitted outside, with the expectation that waste is disposed of responsibly.
Bikes Included: Explore the neighborhood with two bicycles provided for guest use.

Additional Notes
There is a long-term renter in the basement with their own private entrance through the fenced-in back area, ensuring your privacy while sharing the property.

If you're looking for a place that's practical, clean, and community-centered on, House of Funk is an excellent choice for your stay in Des Moines.

Tilføj datoer for priser

Lignende overnatningssteder

Husregler

Indtjekning efter kl. 12.00

Minimumsalder for lejere: 21

Udtjekning inden kl. 15.00

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Børn

Børn i alderen 0-17 år er tilladt

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Begivenheder

Tilladte arrangementer: familiesammenkomster, fødselsdagsfester og bryllupper

Events Require Prior Approval

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Kæledyr

Kæledyr er ikke tilladt

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Rygning

Rygning er tilladt: I udvalgte områder

Udtjekningsinstruktioner

Værten kræver, at du gør følgende, inden du tjekker ud:

Fyld og start opvaskemaskinen

Tag sengetøjet af brugte senge, saml brugte håndklæder, og pak ekstra senge væk

Fjern personlige genstande, fjern resterende mad og drikkevarer, og tag skraldet ud

Sluk lyset, og lås dørene

Strip all used sheets; comforters can remain in bedrooms.

Hvis du ikke udfører disse, kan det resultere i en negativ anmeldelse fra værten.

Vigtige oplysninger

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Overnatningsstedets nr.: 4305363vb
Dette overnatningssted administreres af en privat vært (en person, der ikke udlejer som virksomhed eller erhverv). EUs forbrugerlov, herunder fortrydelsesret, gælder ikke for din reservation. Din reservation er dog dækket af din private værts afbestillingsregler.
Gebyrer for ekstra opredninger kan forekomme og varierer afhængigt af overnatningsstedets politik
Gyldigt billed-ID og kreditkort, debetkort eller kontant depositum kan være påkrævet ved indtjekning til dækning af påløbende udgifter
Særlige ønsker afhænger af tilgængelighed ved indtjekning og kan medføre ekstra gebyrer. Særlige ønsker kan ikke garanteres
Fester og events (inkl. familiesammenkomster, fødselsdagsfester og bryllupper) er tilladt på stedet. Maks. antal deltagere: 30
Besked fra værten: Events Require Prior Approval
Langvarige ophold godtages
Værten har angivet, at der er en kuliltealarm på overnatningsstedet
Værten har angivet, at der er en røgalarm på overnatningsstedet
Overnatningsstedets sikkerhedsforanstaltninger inkluderer brandslukker, førstehjælpskasse og lås med dødbolt
Dette overnatningssted har udendørsområder såsom altaner, balkoner eller terrasser, der muligvis ikke er egnede for børn. Hvis du har spørgsmål, anbefaler vi, at du kontakter overnatningsstedet inden ankomst for at bekræfte, at de har et passende værelse til dig

Om området

Des Moines

Denne feriebolig befinder sig i Drake – et område i Des Moines, der ligger tæt på forlystelsesparker og tæt på et vandland. Jordan Creek Town Center er et besøg værd, hvis shopping ligger højt på listen, mens dem, som ønsker at opleve områdets populære seværdigheder, kan opleve Iowa State Fairgrounds og Adventureland. Ser du frem til et event eller en sportbegivenhed under dit ophold? Se, hvad Iowa eventcenter eller Casey's Center har på programmet. Indtag de nærliggende skibakker med langrend og snowboarding, eller undersøg mulighederne for andre udendørsoplevelser såsom skøjteløb og slædekørsel.
Kort
Des Moines, IA

Hvad ligger i nærheden?

  • Drake University - 5 min. gang - 0.4 km
  • Des Moines Community Playhouse - 14 min. gang - 1.2 km
  • Knapp Center - 17 min. gang - 1.5 km
  • Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center - 17 min. gang - 1.5 km
  • Waveland Kommunale Golf-bane - 2 min. kørsel - 2.1 km

Sådan kommer du rundt

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 22 min. kørsel

Restauranter

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min. gang
  • ‪Drake Diner - ‬17 min. gang
  • ‪Habanero’s - ‬9 min. gang
  • ‪La Mie Bakery & Restaurant - ‬19 min. gang
  • ‪Kitchen Spaces - ‬18 min. gang

Ofte stillede spørgsmål

Er House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood et kæledyrsvenligt overnatningssted?

Nej, kæledyr er ikke tilladt på dette overnatningssted.

Hvad koster det at overnatte hos House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood ?

Priserne for 1 nat for 2 voksne hos House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood den 26. jan. 2027 starter fra 6.615 kr., inkl. skatter og gebyrer, fra og med den 19. sep. 2026. Denne pris er baseret på den laveste pris pr. nat fundet inden for de seneste 24 timer for ophold i de næste 30 dage. Priser kan til enhver tid ændres. Vælg dine datoer for mere præcise priser.

Hvor meget koster parkering hos House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood ?

Der er mulighed for parkering på overnatningsstedet.

Hvornår er indtjekning på House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood ?

Indtjekning starter kl. 12.00.

Hvornår er udtjekning på House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood ?

Udtjekning er kl. 15.00.

Hvor ligger House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood ?

Dette feriested ligger i Drake, kun 2 km fra Drake University, Knapp Center og Des Moines Community Playhouse. Derudover ligger Waveland Kommunale Golf-bane og The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House ca. 3 km derfra.

Anmeldelser

9,6

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Bedømmelse på 10 − Fremragende. 22 af i alt 29 anmeldelser
Bedømmelse på 8 − Udmærket. 7 af i alt 29 anmeldelser
Bedømmelse på 6 − Okay. 0 af i alt 29 anmeldelser
Bedømmelse på 4 − Dårligt. 0 af i alt 29 anmeldelser
Bedømmelse på 2 − Forfærdeligt. 0 af i alt 29 anmeldelser

9,8/10

Rengøring

10/10

Indtjekning

9,8/10

Kommunikation

9,8/10

Området

9,8/10

Annoncens rigtighed

Anmeldelser

Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Had a blast at the house of funk. Perfect place to gather for our trip to the fair.
Overnattede 2 nætter i august 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
The house is very spacious and met all of our needs. Would stay again!
Overnattede 2 nætter i juni 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
We had an excellent stay and the location was perfect! We’d definitely rebook a stay.
Overnattede 3 nætter i april 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Big house, attentive host, exactly as listed, cute outdoor area, comfy beds
Overnattede 1 nat i maj 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse

8/10 Godt

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Great pick for a family event. Lots of room and comfy beds.
Overnattede 1 nat i april 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
The host was great to work with. She went out of her way to make sure we survived a heat wave. The house was as described and in a good location.
Overnattede 4 nætter i juli 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse

8/10 Godt

Synes godt om: Indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed
Synes ikke om: Rengøring
It was a lovely place to stay and hang out, near a lot of various places! It worked out well for how many guests we had booked. The only small thing was that the house wasn’t cleaned well when we arrived.
Overnattede 4 nætter i juni 2026
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
The house is a fun, clean, and comfortable place. We enjoyed our stay.
Overnattede 2 nætter i oktober 2025
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Easy check in, perfect house for our group to enjoy Drake graduation weekend. Kind host. Beds were comfortable. AC kept the house cool on a very hot humid day.Thank you!!
Overnattede 2 nætter i maj 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Great location. Had lots of fun!!
Overnattede 2 nætter i oktober 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 12. okt. 2025
Thanks Sara, we appreciate your feedback!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Great for our friends birthday party! We very niche enjoyed our stay and recommend to anyone! Rachel was easy to talk to and easy to get ahold of!!
Overnattede 1 nat i marts 2026
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Had a great long weekend in Des Moines!
Overnattede 4 nætter i oktober 2025
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Great house with plenty of space for hosting a small group get together! The location is close to downtown and easy to get to!
Overnattede 2 nætter i juni 2025
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, annoncens rigtighed
I will say I was a little worried with the looks of the outside and the name house of Funk. But there were 10 of us ladies and the house worked out perfect! We lived the little bar/cafe next door. The house was very clean and the ONLY complaint we had was there weren't enough coffee mugs for all 10 of us and what was there was plastic. And if that was the only problem then it sure wasn't nothing to whine about!
Overnattede 3 nætter i august 2026
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
My friends and I stayed here for Hinterland music festival and it was perfect! Had a little hiccup with the passcode to enter with check in, but other than that everything was perfect!
Overnattede 4 nætter i juli 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 12. okt. 2025
Thanks for taking the time to share your feedback. Apologies about the door code, but glad we got it corrected quickly, so you didn’t have to wait long. Appreciate y’all!
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Good vibes

Great house, lots of room for a large group. Host was very responsive & helpful. Also a great lil pub next door with amazing food!
Overnattede 6 nætter i juli 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 5. aug. 2025
Thanks for cooking up all those good vibes with us! We appreciate your feedback.
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Great property with plenty of space for the 10 people we had staying there, plus enough space for a few friends to come and hang out after soccer games. The owner was able to accommodate an extended check out, which was greatly appreciated.
Overnattede 2 nætter i september 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 12. okt. 2025
Glad y’all found our space and had a wonderful trip.
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Weekend get together

We had an engagement party, our stay was great we were party of 12. Everyone had a place to sleep the kitchen was great and the house was spotless. Would stay here again
Overnattede 2 nætter i juli 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 5. aug. 2025
Yay! We LOVE LOVE! Thanks for staying with us, and are grateful for all the kind words.
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Excellent stay

We were in town for a basketball tournament. The house was very comfortable and clean. Location is excellent-amazing little cafe right next door was a bonus. Communication, check in, and overall comfort was excellent.
Overnattede 2 nætter i maj 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 20. maj 2025
The University Library Cafe is a great spot and it’s right out the back door! Thank you for your feedback.
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Great stay near Drake

We really enjoyed our stay at House of Funk! The home is very large and was perfect for our group of 8 people. It also is in a great location, within walking distance of Drake University and next door to Library Cafe. We would recommend this home!
Overnattede 2 nætter i april 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 5. aug. 2025
Thanks for sharing your thoughts and staying with us at House Of Funk! See you next time.
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Family weekend

We had a great stay. The house was clean and ready when we got there. The manager was easy to get in touch with. We really liked the location, easy to get downtown. A very cute and welcoming home.
Overnattede 2 nætter i maj 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 5. aug. 2025
Amazing! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay at the Funk!
Verificeret anmeldelse

8/10 Godt

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Everything was suitable, was just expecting less bed spaces to be air matresses.
Overnattede 1 nat i marts 2026
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Love the House of Funk!

Rachel is such a cool host and the House of Funk is such a cool place! So grateful for this experience.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juni 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 5. aug. 2025
Loved getting to meet you folks, and talk stories a bit. Congrats on an incredible showing at the National Speech & Debate Tournament! Cheers to 100 more years of talking it out and debating through the tough stuff!
Verificeret anmeldelse

10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Perfect for our large group!

We could not have found a more perfect house for our group! There was plenty of space for the 10 of us, and our host responded instantly whenever we had questions. We will definitely try staying here again when we’re in Des Moines.
Overnattede 3 nætter i marts 2025
Svar fra VrboOwner den 1. apr. 2025
Thank you for trusting us with your stay! We are so happy to have had you all for our first guests!
Verificeret anmeldelse

8/10 Godt

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, annoncens rigtighed
Synes ikke om: Området
No TV was very unusual and definitely a negative, old furnishings were unique and functional, but also not appreciated by this group, I understand the price point better now, everything was clean and the property served it’s purpose for us on this trip
Overnattede 1 nat i marts 2026
Svar fra VrboOwner den 20. mar. 2026
Hi Jackson, We do have a TV located on the third floor. With most of the furnishings being thrifted, we know they have been well used over the years; we do this to keep costs down for travelers needing affordable options. Thanks for the feedback.

Om værten

Vært: Rachel Gulick

Værtens profilbillede

Rachel Gulick, a fifth-generation Iowan and life-long musician is a proud
DMPS alumna of Roosevelt High School and Drake University graduate,
double majoring in Sociology and Anthropology with a concentration in
Women’s Studies. They own three small businesses: House Of Glass, REG
Investments, and Green Peace Collective - The Art of Ag Permaculture
Farm. Rachel serves on the boards of the Iowa Cultural Coalition and the
Drake LGBTQ+ Alumni Association. Rachel was a founding volunteer with Girls Rock Des Moines, aka GR!DSM in 2013, later serving as their Executive Director from ‘20 - ‘25.

Derfor valgte værten dette overnatningssted

This neighborhood chose me! I grew up right here, at the Funk! When my parents retired and wanted to move out to the country, I was able to purchase our home from them.
The Drake Neighborhood, aka Dogtown has been an incredible place to grow up. There are tons of amazing activities and amenities within walking distance, a short bike or bus ride, or by car. In DSM we say, you’re never more than 15 minutes away from everything; who doesn’t love that convenience?!
Our neighborhood has tons of character, and arts & culture abounds. We have the annual Greek Food Festival, just around the block; local eats like next door at Library Cafe with tons of local craft brews and great bar food (try their famous, flour nachos), Lzaza Indo-Pak Cuisine, Gursha Ethiopian Grill, Doughco Pizza, Lucky Horse Beer & Burgers, Campbel’s Health Food Store, Louise’s Wine Dive, and more; beautiful Craftsman style homes; xBk Live & Lefty’s for live music and community events; thee Drake Relays… I could go on.
Ask me if there’s something specific you’re looking for, I’ll probably have a recommendation!

Derfor er dette overnatningssted unikt

Location, location, location! This is the heart of the Drake neighborhood, aka Dogtown. You’re never more than a 15 - 20 minute drive from everything Greater Des Moines has to offer.

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engelsk

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