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Ames Guest House

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The kitchen is well stocked with eco-friendly and green cookware for your enjoyment!
Complimentary coffee and tea offered
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 9

Popular amenities

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ames Guest House

Welcome to your home away from home in Ames, Iowa! This 3-bedroom, family-friendly house near ISU and Mary Greeley Hospital features a bright, inviting space, fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, and a lovely office space. Relax on the private patio with a fire feature, fountain, and grill—perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Ideal for families, game days, or work trips, this charming home offers comfort, style, and convenience.

This home features three spacious bedrooms—including bunk beds perfect for kids—and two bathrooms, plus a large basement room designed for relaxation and fun. The well-stocked kitchen includes sustainable, non-toxic cookware for healthy, eco-friendly meals, and the beautiful dining area is perfect for family meals or gatherings. The cozy living room features an electric fireplace for added warmth and charm. Step outside to a lovely private back patio and a fenced-in, spacious backyard with a grill—perfect for outdoor dining and fun. A washer and dryer are available for guests’ convenience. The basement offers plenty of space to play Wii, work in the office area, complete puzzles, or enjoy game nights together. Guests are provided with clean, non-toxic toiletries, including shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, for a safe and refreshing stay.

You are welcome to use the main house, fenced in backyard, driveway, and basement living room, laundry room, and bathroom.

Please reach out to Joe or Rachel anytime throughout your stay. We are happy to help!

Garage is not available for guests.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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About the area

Ames

Located in Ames, this holiday home is near a water park. Farm House Museum and Stephens Auditorium are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Furman Aquatic Center and Octagon Center for the Arts. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hilton Coliseum or Jack Trice Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing, swimming and ice skating.
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Ames, IA

What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Furman Aquatic Center - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Ada Hayden Heritage Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Octagon Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Iowa State University - 4 min drive - 2.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪B-Bops - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cabin Coffee Co - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Flame & Skewer - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Wheatsfield Cooperative - ‬3 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming. We enjoyed our stay. Very cute house and the little things like charging cords and kitchen supplies was very appreciated. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The place was immaculate.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this home. It was very comfortable and truly felt like a home away from home. The house was well stocked with everything we needed, which made our stay easy and stress-free. The location was also very convenient—close to shopping and in a nice, quiet neighborhood. We would definitely recommend this place to others and would happily stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful home with just about everything you need! I was able to cook meals easily as the kitchen was well appointed. Location was excellent for getting anywhere in Ames quickly. House was quiet, clean, and cozy… will definitely look to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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