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Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines

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Front View
Front Door
View of Patio and yard
Fully Furnished Kitchen
Second Level Master Suite with Queen Bed and On Suite with a shower!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 202240 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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West Des Moines, IA
  • Valley Junction
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Val Air Ballroom
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Drake University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1 Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1 Second Floor

1 Single Bed, 1 Single Murphy Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2 Main Floor

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2 Second Floor Master with on suite

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Locker Style Bathroom

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

Main Floor Bathroom

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

Second Floor Bath off Master

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

Spaces

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

About this property

Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines

This 4 Bedroom home with large kitchen and gathering areas is completely furnished and ready for you to enjoy. You will love the charming features of this home. Two of the bedrooms have queen size beds, one bedroom has a twin bed and a full-size daybed with a twin size trundle! Another bedroom has a full-size bed and a twin size bed. For an additional guest charge there is also a memory foam full size sofa sleeper in the living room and three roll out queen size mattress/beds. There is a full bath on the second floor, a full bath on the first floor and a really cool locker style bathroom with 2 showers 2 sinks and a toilet in the basement. There is a washer and dryer as well. The lovely shaded patio area provides outdoor space and seating as well. The home is within walking distance to Historic Valley Junction, where there is great shopping and entertainment. You will be close to parks, pools, biking trails as well as the Racoon River park. This is a great property and very conveniently located. It is less than 15 minutes from the Airport and Downtown Des Moines. Plenty of off street parking. You can also view additional photos and information on our Facebook page.


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Jana Belle and Renae Johanningmeier
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR MORE THAN 10 GUESTS
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Please pre-approve your event or party with us.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
No need to strip the beds! Just place used towels downstairs by the washing machine and take out the trash. We simply ask that you leave the house as you found it… no deep cleaning required.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35
Note from host: Please pre-approve your event or party with us.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

West Des Moines

West Des Moines is home to this holiday 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Clive Aquatic Center and Science Center of Iowa. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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West Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Valley Junction - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Val Air Ballroom - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Des Moines Art Center - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Drake University - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Casey's Center - 9 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Paws & Pints - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bix & Co. - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines located?

This family-friendly West Des Moines holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Valley Junction and Water Works Park. Val Air Ballroom and Des Moines Art Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 36 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 175 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay! Well cared for and lots of amenities. Thank you for such a charming place to rest while we were visiting Des Moines!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house with fabulous amenities within great proximity of Valley Junction and much more! Our group enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise P.

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

Wonderful Home!

We stayed at the property for 5 nights and had a wonderful time. The property was very clean and very well stocked with everything we needed. Renae, the host, did an exceptional job of making sure we were comfortable. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaclyn F.

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

Quiet and Cute

It was very beautiful and comfy!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Renee, the owner, was very nice and helpful. Lovely home. Enjoyed the parlor with the games. BBQ pit was great. House was very nicely decorated. I wish the home was not on a busy street which was a little loud at night
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared K.

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

State Track

Good place to stay with a large number. Very nice and helpful owners.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Room and amenities to feel comfortable

Plenty of space to relax and entertain. 9 of us stayed and all slept well. There was 19 total once family joined for dinners and spending time together. Plenty of room for all!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Scott C.

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

Great weekend with friends

Friends get together and house worked out perfect for group.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

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

Nice stay!

This worked out perfect for us. Had a two night stay for a basketball tournament in Des Moines and this house was perfect. Lot of room,very clean, and great people to work with. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric c.

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

Business Stay

This place was a great choice for our work trip. The space was perfect for relaxing after long days. We had plenty of room to spread out and unwind. It was comfortable and convenient for our needs. We would definitely consider staying here again.Plenty of board games to stay entertained as well.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda s.

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

Walnut Place

This house was very vintage but had its quirks like any older house does. We had a great stay and was better than a motel. We enjoyed all the antiques in the house also. Thanks for a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

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

What we were looking for

This property worked nice for our volleyball tournament and the owners were easy to work with
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHAWN L.

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

Girls getaway

The house was amazing- so many conversation pieces. We played games, watched movies and enjoyed the overall comfort of this home. Beds were very comfortable- bathrooms well stocked and clean!! Parking is great!!!! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie O.

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

A team of friends

The stay at Walnut Place was indeed charming. The home had everything we needed and much more. Great place and location for our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Christmas in JULY

Interesting place to stay. Lots of antiques. We enjoyed the games table and the nice living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

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

Homey and Authentic

We enjoyed our stay, and the host was very accommodating and pleasant. The place was homey and authentic. The shower/tub on the main floor did not drain well. The host had someone come over and work on it. It helped some, but didn't totally fix the problem. Also, there were no outlets in the upstairs bathroom. We had a lot of people getting ready in the mornings, so this made things a little hectic.All and all, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend our host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

Great multi-area home for our family reunion!

The property and location worked perfectly for us and provided a fun place for our family to gather at. The different rooms to hang out in was a huge plus for being able to do different activities together and separately. The communication with Jana was fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Brenda G.

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

A nice homey feel, great for families.

We enjoyed our time together.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joann H.

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

A Great Home Away From Home

This property was a perfect place for my family to stay and friends too! All the history that is shown in that home was breathtaking! All the rooms were clean and ready for us! A great game room and bedrooms that were unique in their own ways!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi B.

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

Everything you need for a home away from home.

It was very well kept and the garden was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Great Hosts

This was our second stay at this property. Would definitely stay here again if in the area. Very accommodating hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Alvin H.

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

Family wedding

This place was great for our family to stay while we attended our sons wedding. The hostesses were very accomodating and available for our group.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Perfect for our group

We came into town for a family reunion with 9 adults and this place was great. Plenty of space for everyone to hang out while being comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janine B.

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

Perfect location and accommodations for our group.

Perfectly located for our group activities. Fun get away with shopping and sports events. Great communication with the home owners! This was our second time staying at Walnut Place. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family reunion

Needed a place for four families (10 people total) to stay close to a family reunion. Excellent location, plenty of room, a lot of character.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jana Belle and Renae Johanningmeier

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We are native Iowans that love our state and the area that we live in and really look forward to sharing it with you. We love hospitality when we travel and enjoy providing an inviting setting for our guests. We look forward to making your stay enjoyable and memorable.

Why they chose this property

We love this house because it has such great character and fun unique features that have been preserved very well. Original woodwork and hardwood floors. Original texture wallpaper as well as beautiful glass door knobs.

What makes this property unique

This property has an open room off the kitchen that could be used as a meeting room if people want to have a corporate retreat or a bridal shower. It can be set up with chairs and tables that would easily seat 25-30 people. We have a projector system that is WiFi accessible for presentations.

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