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Comfortable stay in historic Sherman Hill-3

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A small room with a wooden table and two stools, a white door, and a wall-mounted painting.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a patterned rug.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, and two windows.
A multi-story brick building with a central entrance, large windows, and a flat roof.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Drake University

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Hoyt Sherman Place
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Des Moines

Located in Des Moines, this apartment is in the city centre. 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. La Casa Cultural Center and Des Moines Civic Center are also worth visiting.
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Map
Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Drake University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Casey's Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Northern Vessel - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Big Grove Brewery & Taproom - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gateway Market & Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable stay in historic Sherman Hill-3 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Comfortable stay in historic Sherman Hill-3?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Comfortable stay in historic Sherman Hill-3?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable stay in historic Sherman Hill-3?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfortable stay in historic Sherman Hill-3 located?

Located in Downtown Des Moines, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hoyt Sherman Place, Drake University and Casey's Center. Western Gateway Park and UnityPoint Health - Blank Children's Hospital are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything went well.. location was good , apartment was clean, I would look forward to renting again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our weekend. We walked all over downtown & enjoyed so many events in the area. The apt was perfect for us. Clean, cozy & quiet! Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice. Clean. Convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Property worked great and was located near many good bars and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was exactly what we needed for the long wrestling weekend. Was so nice to go and have a plaiof our own to recover without the chaos of a hotel. Excellent communication and easy checking in and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Art Fair Visit.

It was in a great location for the Art Show. Very clean in an historic neighborhood. Easy check-in/out. The VRBO app is great and allows for quick contact with owners. Watch for the step-down into the bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great location for Hoyt Sherman Place

Never got any information on getting keys so did a chat with VRBO. They said they contacted property manager and also gave me the phone number. Called and talked to him and he was great and gave me the key info and lots of great info on the area but said he never heard anything from VRBO as far as contacting him.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location

1920’s

While some may wish to lodge in antiquated amenities I prefer a room with a thermostat instead of space heaters and a walk in shower rather than a claw foot tub. Microwave was not cleaned prior to my arrival because i found an old piece of pizza in there. Floors creaked and tv did not receive any local channels.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was clean and ready when we arrived. Parking was plenty full.the only draw back was the bath tub was to high for me to get into and the shower was had held made it a challenge. Over all I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and close!

The apartment was so clean and neat. It had everything we needed! The room air-conditioned were much appreciated! We loved being walking distance to so many fun locations! We also enjoyed walking through the beautiful, historic neighborhood. Thanks for the stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick stay on short notice

We decided to visit my MIL last minute and found this cozy apartment in Sherman Hill. Great brewery, Lua, just a few blocks away with some fantastic food and beer. The apartment is also situated well to access downtown and the interstate. The property manager was very communicative and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location, very comfortable stay nice and spacious. Only suggestion would be black out curtains for the bedroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Volleyball tournament stay

Property was conveniently located. There is a learning curve for the shower being handheld but would not deter us from staying here again. Full kitchen clean and owner is very nice and communicates well. Flawless stay! Will likely stay here again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good for short stay's. Very responsive property manager.

The location is ideally suited for a short walk to the Hoyt Sherman Theater and local restaurants. We had a few issues with the unit when we checked in but the property manager quickly got things resolved.
Stayed 64 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

VRBO apartment in Des Moines Iowa

Had a good stay. A couple of issues addressed with the host. Location good for our needs. Host very easy with to deal with, gave us good suggestions for places to go in the neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

for bath room

the bath room need need to change bathtub, it not comfor
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
So sorry you had a concern about the bathroom Tu. I will complete a careful inspection of it to try to determine what you might be referring to. Best, Steve
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice 2 bedroom apartment

I found this property to stay while enjoying the State Fair for a few days. I had great communication w/ the owner. We got to the property in the dark. My GPS on phone was accurate however when entering it on my GPS in the car it couldn't find it. When we arrived and parked it was a little creepy walking to find the back entrance since we didn't know where to go. Eventually at the top of the step a motion light came on. It was hard to see the lockbox to get the key out and struggled with it. I had left a message on voice mail for Steve and he did call back. It wasn't until in the call that he said he was out of the country. I suggest that both numbers go on to the VRBO site or at least in to the check in message with which was best. The kitchen was clean and nice. Microwave was a little high for my kids (10 and 12 and shorter). The internet we did struggle with not always great connection. Not much for TV, but we weren't there much. Small bedrooms with few outlets so plan accordingly. I was disappointed as I didn't realize the shower was handheld which was difficult. Not much room to stand when curtains closed to shower conveniently but tub was good, just not what we were used to. There was a smell when we came in to the apartment. Mentioned to Steve when we came in. Our noses adjusted to it, but could smell the next night when we came back. Unsure if it was another resident smoking or what but would have been even more of a bother to myself and allergy jinxed children if we spent more time there. Couch isn't the greatest and it's the only real seating. The table had stools but no backs, so after long day of walking around the Fair we couldn't flip on theTV and put up our feet or do much with 3 of us. Limited towels so if you have more than a person or two for more than a day or two you will need to hang your towels as there aren't extras. Also I'm not sure how the air was supposed to work was loud in the bedrooms and in our bedroom would go off and 30 seconds later kick back on. I didn't feel I was getting cooled to the temp I had it set on so nothing in other rooms. Pillows were thick but no other option. It was clean but not my first choice if we ever go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Inaccurate listing

The listing on this place says it has air conditioning and 2 bathrooms. It has two AC units and only one bathroom with a tub and a hose (does Not connect to wall). It also had a weird smell. Getting in and out was easy and directions were accurate.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thanks for your feedback Sara. We're not sure how the listing got changed by VRBO but have it corrected to show one bathroom. Because this is a historic building in a nationally registered historic neighborhood, it has the charm of a cast iron bathtub with the shower/faucet attachment used in most of the historic settings of Europe. While common there, it takes a little getting used to. The air conditioning units can make the apartment too cold but they easily adjusted by pressing the temperature button. Best, Steve
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Nice place

Cute place but quite small with a tub rather than shower. Area is urban and a bit rundown. Lower level room that felt dark and dreary. Not comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Appreciate the feedback Sarah. The neighborhood is the preeminent historic neighborhood on the national registry with a charming mix of completely restored historic homes and a few needing some TLC. The neighborhood is in the process of becoming the most trendy and walkable area downtown and will soon have three micro breweries and additional restaurants beyond the many within walking distance of the apartment. The tub/shower combination is what is allowed in the historical building. The fancy shower head in the tub is like those found throughout Europe in the historic buildings there. Best wishes, Steve
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Place to Stay!

Everything about this stay was easy and great! Very clean, walking distance to a lot of places. It was exactly what I needed for my stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Worked for our needs

Good place if just needing a reasonable priced place to sleep. Only one bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

stay

recommend better tv other then that it was great
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The perfect host

Steve was especially accommodating. The property was perfect. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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