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Roomy 4BR by Drake Sleeps 13 HUGE yard

Holiday home in Des Moines with kitchen

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Gorgeous 4 BR home - TONS of space for up to 12 people!
Eat in dining room - beautiful hardwood floors
Bedroom 1 - plush queen bed - main level
Bedroom 2 - two plush queen beds - main level
HUGE BR 3 - 2 queen beds with amazing view into back yard - basement level

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 131056 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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  • Place, Drake University
  • Place, Hoyt Sherman Place
  • Place, Casey's Center
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Dining area

About this property

Roomy 4BR by Drake Sleeps 13 HUGE yard

Our 4BR residence rests in a tranquil neighborhood on a corner lot with a HUGE yard, near Drake and a quick drive to downtown. A perfect spot to embrace Des Moines' offerings while relishing serenity at home. Updated kitchen (with dishwasher), dining, 4 cozy bedrooms (3 bedrooms on the main level), living room with hide-a-bed, and a welcoming front porch. Added conveniences include a smart TV and WiFi.
Savor top-notch eateries and cafes just moments from this gem!

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby parks and recreational areas. Take a leisurely stroll along scenic trails or enjoy a picnic in one of the city's beautiful parks. Don't miss a visit to the picturesque Raccoon River Park.

You have the entire place to yourself. Welcome! :)

Our property is nestled in peaceful neighborhood near Drake, providing you with easy access to all the attractions and amenities this area has to offer. Whether you're here for business or leisure, you'll find yourself conveniently situated for a memorable stay.

Getting around is a breeze. Access convenient public transit options for city exploration, or take leisurely walks to nearby attractions and eateries. Embrace the area's charm by biking through its scenic streets, ensuring an enjoyable and flexible travel experience.

1.7 miles from famous Waveland Cafe - known for its enormous and scrumptous breakfasts.
1 mile from Iconic Mid-Century Drake Diner - American far + wine and beer!
4 blocks from Drake University
Beautiful one story home remodeled with one bedroom in the lower level

Additional House Rules:

No Parties
No Pets
No Smoking or Vaping inside the home.

Put keys/key fob back in the lock box and scramble the code

Lost Key - $250 Keys Left In Unit - $75 Smoking in Unit - $250 Broken or Missing item (Per Item) - $25 Early Check in 2PM - $50 Late Check Out 12NN - $50
Missing Parking Pass (if applicable) - $250

Pre-Arrival Requirements We require all guests to complete the following pre-arrival steps: 1. Read and sign the rental agreement. 2. Send us a picture of you holding your government-issued of ID. Thank you for your cooperation!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
No Parties
No Pets
No smoking or vaping inside the home.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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.

About the area

Des Moines

Drake, a neighbourhood in Des Moines, is home to this holiday home. Des Moines Community Playhouse and Hoyt Sherman Place are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Waveland Municipal Golf Course and Air Lanes Bowling Center. Check out an event or a game at Casey's Center, and consider making time for Adventureland, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Drake University - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Casey's Center - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 5 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Lzaza Indo-Pak Cuisine - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Habanero’s - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Hugo’s - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Motley School Tavern - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Roomy 4BR by Drake Sleeps 13 HUGE yard pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Roomy 4BR by Drake Sleeps 13 HUGE yard?

As of 11 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Roomy 4BR by Drake Sleeps 13 HUGE yard on 12 Nov 2025 start from £292.23, 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.

What time is check-in at Roomy 4BR by Drake Sleeps 13 HUGE yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Roomy 4BR by Drake Sleeps 13 HUGE yard?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Roomy 4BR by Drake Sleeps 13 HUGE yard located?

Located in Drake, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Drake University and Knapp Center. Des Moines Community Playhouse and Broadlawns Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

7.0

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

7.0/10

Location

6.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Charlotte K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Family gathering

Lots of beds but not enough chairs. We could not eat together and had to borrow folding chairs for meals and to play board games. Kitchen is also very small and not well equipped.Toilet was running when we arrived and not flushing. We reported it but because we got it to flush no one was sent to repair it. This happened again the second day of our stay and again no one came, even though the host said they were coming. Apparently they can't do weekend repairs. With only one bathroom, having to fix the toilet after each use was a worry the whole trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Abbe S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Do not stay at this property. The pictures are incredibly deceiving. The home is old and run down. When we arrived for our stay, the dishes had been placed back in the drawers dirty. The basement where the fourth bedroom is located is dark and dirty. There are mouse traps in the basement and a mouse ran across my daughter's foot when we were down there. There was garbage in the corners of the basement and the dryer door handle was missing and the owner had shoved a coat hanger in there to open the dryer. The bed configuration is not as advertised and you are not going to to want to have anyone stay in the basement bedroom. There were no smoke detectors that were installed in the property. They were all laying on countertops or shoved in drawers. Some of the furniture was held together with rubber bands and the blinds were broken in every bedroom. There was open wiring laying on the floor in one of the bedrooms. The property manager was totally unhelpful in getting this resolved and we had to report the property to VRBO for not being safe.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tatevik O.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Good location, needs updates!

We had a lovely stay, especially for the price but our group had a few issues with the home, some more serious than others.Not as serious: -the house is slanted. The floors are at an angle. Anything that can roll off a table will do so.Home semi clean but in poor condition.-Handle came off in our hand. The tub and shower hardware is ready to fall off the wall. Etc.-a few beds were comfy. But some were not. Most pilows were paper thin and flat. -living room rug dirty. Coffee table being held together with a rubber band and we were afraid to put anything on it for this reason.Semi serious: - the house is musky. Specifically the bedroom IN THE BASEMENT, past the laundry portion of the basement. This needs to be advertised way more clearly.-the parking/driveway is a pad. Be careful so you don't drive too far and bottom out your carr of the "curb"of the concrete pad.Serious:- We saw mouse/rodent control items in a drawer. Didnt think much of it. After dinner we came home and notice a rodent had chewed throuhh a cotton tote bag on the couch. And helped themselves to fancy chocolates. We assume the rodent had a great time on the couch earing candy watching netflix. Positives:- quiet street.-the dinosaur crossing IS a thing-ac works pretty well.-the hosts that I dealt with online were pleasant-its near Drake university ( apparently a good selling point)Overall the price was great. So I guess you get what you pay form
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Mom's Memorial

Good
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Over all Happy

We did have some slight problems with the property at first. After a couple good conversations with the host evrething worked out.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Luke Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Review

A little hiccup with check in process and email. Otherwise it went very smooth. Would have liked the screen on front door fixed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

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

Family Stay in Des Moines

House was as advertised and worked well for our family. One thing to note is that one bedroom, while nice, is at the back of an unfinished basement and our kids were uncomfortable sleeping down there. Luckily there were enough beds on the main level.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Triston B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Eric M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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