Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines

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Entire home

Second Level Master Suite with Queen Bed and On Suite with a shower!

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 202240 sq ft

Popular amenities

Fireplace
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Parking available

Explore the area

West Des Moines, IA

Valley Junction
‪5 min walk‬
Val Air Ballroom
‪2 min drive‬
Drake University
‪7 min drive‬
Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom 1 Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1 Second Floor

1 Single Bed, 1 Single Murphy Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2 Main Floor

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2 Second Floor Master with on suite

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level Locker Style Bathroom

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

Main Floor Bathroom

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

Second Floor Bath off Master

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

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

This 4 Bedroom home with large kitchen and gathering areas is completely furnished and ready for you to enjoy. You will love the charming features of this home. Two of the bedrooms have queen size beds, one bedroom has a twin bed and a full-size daybed with a twin size trundle! Another bedroom has a full-size bed and a twin size bed. For an additional guest charge there is also a memory foam full size sofa sleeper in the living room and three roll out queen size mattress/beds. There is a full bath on the second floor, a full bath on the first floor and a really cool locker style bathroom with 2 showers 2 sinks and a toilet in the basement. There is a washer and dryer as well. The lovely shaded patio area provides outdoor space and seating as well. The home is within walking distance to Historic Valley Junction, where there is great shopping and entertainment. You will be close to parks, pools, biking trails as well as the Racoon River park. This is a great property and very conveniently located. It is less than 15 minutes from the Airport and Downtown Des Moines. Plenty of off street parking. You can also view additional photos and information on our Facebook page.

Property manager

Jana Belle and Renae Johanningmeier

Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen

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Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR MORE THAN 10 GUESTS

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Please pre-approve your event or party with us.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35

Note from host: Please pre-approve your event or party with us.

Long-term renters welcome

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

West Des Moines

West Des Moines is home to this holiday home. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden and Clive Aquatic Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

West Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

Valley Junction - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Val Air Ballroom - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
Des Moines Art Center - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
Drake University - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
Wells Fargo Arena - 8 min drive - 9.9 km

Getting around

Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
‪Paws & Pints - ‬2 min drive
‪Casey's General Store - ‬14 min walk
‪Bix & Co. - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines located?

This family-friendly West Des Moines holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Valley Junction and Water Works Park. Val Air Ballroom and Des Moines Art Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

6 May, 2025

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

Room and amenities to feel comfortable

Plenty of space to relax and entertain. 9 of us stayed and all slept well. There was 19 total once family joined for dinners and spending time together. Plenty of room for all!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Scott C.

11 Apr, 2025

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

Great weekend with friends

Friends get together and house worked out perfect for group.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

14 Apr, 2025

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

Nice stay!

This worked out perfect for us. Had a two night stay for a basketball tournament in Des Moines and this house was perfect. Lot of room,very clean, and great people to work with. Thanks again.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon O.

9 Mar, 2025

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

Great experience

It was a very comfortable place to stay and had everything we needed.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

eric c.

3 Apr, 2025

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

Business Stay

This place was a great choice for our work trip. The space was perfect for relaxing after long days. We had plenty of room to spread out and unwind. It was comfortable and convenient for our needs. We would definitely consider staying here again.Plenty of board games to stay entertained as well.

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda s.

3 Mar, 2025

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

Walnut Place

This house was very vintage but had its quirks like any older house does. We had a great stay and was better than a motel. We enjoyed all the antiques in the house also. Thanks for a great stay

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

11 Jan, 2025

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

What we were looking for

This property worked nice for our volleyball tournament and the owners were easy to work with

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

joy b.

9 Dec, 2024

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

Family Thanksgiving

Wonderful weekend celebrating family Thanksgiving. Historic home. Amazing hosts.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

SHAWN L.

14 Nov, 2024

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

Girls getaway

The house was amazing- so many conversation pieces. We played games, watched movies and enjoyed the overall comfort of this home. Beds were very comfortable- bathrooms well stocked and clean!! Parking is great!!!! Highly recommend!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

13 Jan, 2025

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

Homey and Authentic

We enjoyed our stay, and the host was very accommodating and pleasant. The place was homey and authentic. The shower/tub on the main floor did not drain well. The host had someone come over and work on it. It helped some, but didn't totally fix the problem. Also, there were no outlets in the upstairs bathroom. We had a lot of people getting ready in the mornings, so this made things a little hectic.All and all, we enjoyed our stay and would recommend our host.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

1 Aug, 2024

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

Christmas in JULY

Interesting place to stay. Lots of antiques. We enjoyed the games table and the nice living room.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie O.

10 Jun, 2024

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

A team of friends

The stay at Walnut Place was indeed charming. The home had everything we needed and much more. Great place and location for our needs.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

12 Jul, 2024

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

Great multi-area home for our family reunion!

The property and location worked perfectly for us and provided a fun place for our family to gather at. The different rooms to hang out in was a huge plus for being able to do different activities together and separately. The communication with Jana was fabulous!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joann H.

8 Apr, 2024

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

A Great Home Away From Home

This property was a perfect place for my family to stay and friends too! All the history that is shown in that home was breathtaking! All the rooms were clean and ready for us! A great game room and bedrooms that were unique in their own ways!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rikkia L.

8 Jul, 2024

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

Unique and comfy home

Although I was busy my family really got to enjoy the property. The kids loved the theater area and learned to play chess. My husband enjoy to poker room and bar. All in all, the home was a great fit for our large family and the historical artifacts were nice to look at.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

19 Aug, 2024

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

Quiet Neighborhood, Tons of Room

Very pleasant stay. We had a work crew for the state fair and this home was very accommodating. The house has and interesting setup. The kitchen is very well equipped. Fun game/gathering area. Beautiful flower gardens outside. Nice walking distance to Valley Junction Main St area. Lots of room and lots of sleeping space. Host was very helpful.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth j.

24 Jun, 2024

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

Great for family!

This house has 4 bedrooms, two on the main floor. Extra showers and toilet in the basement for extra guests. Fantastic game room as well. The eat in kitchen was perfect for our parents to be a part of the food making process! Thank you for your quick response when we had trouble with the door!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alvin H.

30 Nov, 2023

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

Family wedding

This place was great for our family to stay while we attended our sons wedding. The hostesses were very accomodating and available for our group.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Diane W.

2 Jul, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great Space for big groups

The house lends itself really well to a group needing flexible space! I brought a group of High School Speech and Debate competitors to town for their National Competition and there were eight of us total. With minimal moving things about, we all had our own beds and plenty of room. Game room off the kitchen was great for us!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janine B.

9 Nov, 2023

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

Perfect location and accommodations for our group.

Perfectly located for our group activities. Fun get away with shopping and sports events. Great communication with the home owners! This was our second time staying at Walnut Place. Definitely will stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy J.

31 Dec, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

We booked for location. A nice stay.

Some of the items in the home were helpful to have. A little more clutter than we care for, though. Overall a positive stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

28 Aug, 2023

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

Perfect for our group

We came into town for a family reunion with 9 adults and this place was great. Plenty of space for everyone to hang out while being comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cyndi B.

13 Aug, 2021

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

Everything you need for a home away from home.

It was very well kept and the garden was lovely.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Aug, 2023

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

Family reunion

Needed a place for four families (10 people total) to stay close to a family reunion. Excellent location, plenty of room, a lot of character.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

15 Sept, 2021

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

Great Hosts

This was our second stay at this property. Would definitely stay here again if in the area. Very accommodating hosts.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jana Belle and Renae Johanningmeier

We are native Iowans that love our state and the area that we live in and really look forward to sharing it with you. We love hospitality when we travel and enjoy providing an inviting setting for our guests. We look forward to making your stay enjoyable and memorable.

Why they chose this property

We love this house because it has such great character and fun unique features that have been preserved very well. Original woodwork and hardwood floors. Original texture wallpaper as well as beautiful glass door knobs.

What makes this property unique

This property has an open room off the kitchen that could be used as a meeting room if people want to have a corporate retreat or a bridal shower. It can be set up with chairs and tables that would easily seat 25-30 people. We have a projector system that is WiFi accessible for presentations.