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Sleeps 12…. 5 beds and a sofa sleeper. 20 min from West Des Moines..
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 12
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Dexter, IA
- Raccoon River Valley Trail13 min drive
- Jordan Creek Town Center31 min drive
- Drake University40 min drive
- Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Double Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Sleeps 12…. 5 beds and a sofa sleeper. 20 min from West Des Moines..
Perfect for getting together with family for any holiday or family get together you may have...(kid friendly) Now with free wifi internet and Roku TV.This home has all the space you need for several families... This beautiful, unique Victorian home has 4 large bedrooms, ( two rooms with Queen beds, one with 2 full beds and the other bedroom has one full size bed) as well as a sofa sleeper in the living room, 2 full baths, a large eat-in kitchen and a large formal dining area, suitable for small gatherings. Air conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, and full laundry are just some of the features. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need to feel right at home when preparing meals. Paper towels and tissue are provided. Coffee, creamer and sugar, spices and cooking oil is also provided, just to name a few items. Fresh , clean towels and linens are provided, with beds made cozy and comfy just awaiting your arrival.Furnished with beautiful antiques, mattresses were chosen with comfort in mind. One bathroom has a nice size shower, the other has a beautiful claw foot tub. The upstairs also has a parlor or sitting area for relaxing and reading. The house sits on a large fenced private back yard with beautiful shade trees. A front wraparound porch, and a side porch including a porch swing ,and a back yard patio give guest an awesome outdoor area to relax. Charcoal grill. The large fenced back yard is perfect for children to run and play! The house is just off I-80, in a quiet town, within 15 to 20 min of shopping at Jordan Creek Mall and the West Des Moines area, with easy access to all of the favorite attractions. It is located about 5 or 6 minutes from the town of Stuart, Iowa, where you will find many facilities, 10 minutes from Earlham Iowa and just 15 minutes from Van Meter , Iowa . The town of Dexter has a Park within walking distance which is great for picnics, with bathroom facilities available. The property is located within 2 miles of public fishing and hunting. It's the perfect home for family gatherings, wedding groups, birthday celebrations, and hunters are welcome also....Great for any occasion. Be sure to try Drew's Chocolates, in downtown Dexter, for the most delicious chocolate you'll ever taste, as well as homemade icecream...a family business that's been in operation for over 100 years!..You'll have to try it to believe how awesome it is!...You can also eat in town at the well known Rusty Duck Restuarant( awarded Best Burger In Iowa award)... enjoy a home cooked breakfast at the town Cafe, or choose many other options about 5 minutes away in Stuart where you will find a Kountry Kitchen Restaurant, a Mexican Restaurant, Ruby’s Pub, a Subway, a Burger King, a McDonalds, a Hardware Store ,a Dollar General, a theatre and a Red Box DVD Rental just to name a few facilities. Also just 15 minutes away in Van Meter, Iowa, you can find a Home town bar and grill...Fat Randi's... which serves an award winning Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich among other delicious foods. Special Events are allowed in our home , children are welcome, non smoking only, pets not allowed inside. Earlier check in time is available if needed, as well as a later check out time.(Please contact me to arrange this) More pictures coming soon!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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10.0 out of 10, (4 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
No disruptive type parties
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside! Extra charges if smoking occurs
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
After washing the dishes please place them neatly back in the cabinets
Housekeeping will strip the beds, except for the sofa bed. Please fold it up if you use it. Put the sheets used on it with the dirty towels and place them by the washer or in the shower.
If you move any furniture around, please place it back where it was before leaving.
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: No disruptive type parties
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Dexter
Located in Dexter, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Bob Feller Museum and The Winterset Stage are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Roseman Bridge and Hogback Bridge. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting.

Dexter, IA
What's nearby
- Raccoon River Valley Trail - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
- Jordan Creek Town Center - 31 min drive - 46.1 km
- Living History Farms - 33 min drive - 52.5 km
- Drake University - 40 min drive - 61.6 km
- Blank Park Zoo - 49 min drive - 73.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 9 min drive
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 10 min drive
- Casey's General Store - 8 min walk
- Casey's General Store - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.6/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
29 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Rodney R.
12 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay hear
Rodney R.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danielle S.
12 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home for big group!
Danielle S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Pam B.
3 Jun 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Not bad
Pam B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lydia L.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house in small town Iowa!
Lydia L.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alicia H.
12 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great small town getaway
Alicia H.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marian T.
16 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific property
Marian T.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Barbara Horne F.
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Marvelous
Barbara Horne F.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tirza D.
22 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to gather and relax
Tirza D.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ross M.
3 Oct 2018
Family Remembrance
Ross M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jessica M.
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Half way!
Jessica M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
patti p.
29 Jul 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister∋eces weekend
patti p.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia D.
8 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ladies getaway and bridal shower weekend
Cynthia D.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mindy W.
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, clean and great communication
Mindy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Valerie M., Missouri
27 Feb 2017
Amazing Experience!
Valerie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
24 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful House
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Michael M.
3 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Country Living
Michael M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dan W.
22 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Dan W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill G.
3 Oct 2018
Lovely home! Authentic Victorian feel.
Jill G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
10/10 Excellent
Vincent S.
17 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Vincent S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather C.
28 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Heather C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
6/10 Okay
Toni C.
2 Aug 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Mixed bag
Toni C.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jeff S.
4 Sept 2025
Jeff S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bonnie B.
20 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Bonnie B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather K.
14 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Heather K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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