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Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University

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A garden with a gazebo, lush greenery, and a small pond.
A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a green sofa, a black coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A two-story house with a front porch, a chimney, and a flagpole.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a fireplace, and a view through glass doors to an outdoor patio.
A garden with a pond, rocks, and a path.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Ames, IA
  • Place, Ada Hayden Heritage Park
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Main Street Cultural District
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa State University
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Dawn's Suite

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Loya's Suite

1 Queen Bed

Margaret's Suite

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Natalie's Room

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Dawn's Bathroom

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

Loya's Bathroom

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

Margaret's Bathroom

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

Natalie's Bathroom

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

Spaces

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

About this property

Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University

Loya's Little House B&B sits on 12 acres of Grandad's Farm just north of Des Moines and Ames, Iowa. The beautiful four bedroom, four bath house is surrounded by landscaped gardens and flowing water features. Our two farms have a total of 5 miles of trails to explore. Access to the river for kayaking or canoeing is available on site, one mile north, and one mile south. Families can use the big, fully equipped kitchen for preparing meals. The house also includes lovely furnishings and original artwork. By booking the entire house, guests have exclusive access to the house's common living areas. Our place is good for families (with kids) and big groups.

Guests will have access to the entire main level of the house and the extra room above the conference room. They also have access to the front patio, the two decks, and the paver patio with a dual barbecue grill outside the kitchen. The property also provides three large lawns with various lawn games available and hiking trails through tall grass prairies. These trails also have 50 active bluebird boxes. A great spot for birdwatchers!

This property does not charge any hidden fees. We only ask guests to clean up the kitchen before they leave (fill and start the dishwasher) and to take empty cans and bottles with them. We do all the stripping of the beds and laundry. We guarantee this property has no hidden cameras.

While the innkeepers are on site, they do not share any living quarters with guests and are available for questions and assistance as needed.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must have adult supervision.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests can, with the agreement from the hosts, have small gatherings. This does not mean the guests can have a large, unlimited party.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1995143vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ames

Located in Ames, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wilson Farm Prairie and Ada Hayden Heritage Park, while Farm House Museum and Stephens Auditorium are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Story City Carousel, or check out an event or a game at Hilton Coliseum. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging and ice skating.
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Ames, IA

What's nearby

  • Ada Hayden Heritage Park - 14 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Main Street Cultural District - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Iowa State University - 19 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 21 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Stephens Auditorium - 21 min drive - 23.2 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University?

As of 27 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University on 11 Sept 2026 start from £1,276, 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 at Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University located?

This family-friendly Ames holiday home is located on a river, 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Story City Carousel, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Furman Aquatic Center and Octagon Center for the Arts. Iowa State University and Main Street Cultural District are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Peter Biechler

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Innkeepers Denise and Dean Biechler, have lived at the end of 160th St., for nearly 40 years. They were friends with four of the Grandad's Farm generations and were thrilled when the Getz/Vance family approached them about buying it. Acquisition of Grandad's Farm helps expand the dreams the Biechlers have shared with their children to establish a farm that uses sustainable farming practices, nourishing both the soil and their family. They are proud to be able to share the beauty of the Skunk River Valley, the beauty of both Grandad's Farm and RiverRidge Farm, and the farming practices recommended by the leaders in sustainable agriculture.

Dean retired from Iowa State University as an instructor in the Biomedical, Pre-medical Illustration Program. He has operated a free-lance illustration studio from his home for many years. He is also a farmer who raises extensive vegetable gardens, chickens, eggs, grass fed beef, and hay. Dean has a special interest in birds. He has built and maintained a 50 house bluebird trail for the past 30 years, fledging approximately 1000 baby bluebirds over those years.

Denise taught high school English for 32 years. She works along with Dean on the farm. She has a special interest in wildflowers and garden blooms. Denise loves literature and movies with interesting characters and good stories.

Why they chose this property

The house sits tucked back into the Skunk River Valley, surrounded by timber, prairies, and the natural beauty of central Iowa. Guests get to enjoy watching all the local birds as they visit our extensive feeder system and walk among beautiful flower gardens.

What makes this property unique

As many guests have noted on previous stays, the house very much feels like home. The house is equipped with all the comforts of home away from home. We make sure to provide lots of comfortable seating areas throughout with great views of the beautiful property outside. Every wall in the house features original artwork from local artists and adds to the beauty of the hand-crafted word work throughout the house.

Languages:

English

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