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The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a dining area set for four.
Backyard, basement, and bathroom access from kitchen.
Built in coat/purse rack conveniently by back door.
A coffee maker with two cups of coffee on a marble countertop.
A living room with two brown leather sofas, a patterned rug, a ceiling fan, a clock, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Johnston, IA
  • Place, Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville

Updated with care, ranch style house set upon 1/2 acre of land with 6 foot fully fenced in backyard.

Cozy basement entertainment area with a foosball table, a flat screen TV and sectional couch. Board games in the upstairs game closet. Play pen style gate and age appropriate toys available upon request.

Traveling for business? The third bedroom is converted to an office space that can also be used as a massage room/Reiki room. Simply reach out for our hand picked masseuse and Reiki practitioner(s).

Fast and reliable internet and wifi!

Walking distance to Johnston Town Center: Backpocket Pin and Pixel a quarter arcade with pin bowling and bar/restaurant: The Cork 515 a stylish wine bar: Green space with seasonal events and a fun splash pad in Summer/ice rink in Winter.

3 minute drive to Johnston Public Library: featuring walking trails with two scenic ponds and a fun Iowa themed playground for the kids.

4 minute drive to Camp Dodge: featuring an open to the public Iowa Gold Star Military Museum. 4 minute drive to Corteva. 6 minutes to John Deere Financial.

15 mins to downtown Des Moines.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We request that guests take out trash and clean the dishes (start dishwasher) before checkout.
Promptly clean up and spills or stains.
Quiet hours are 10pm to 7am. Respect the neighbors and the property itself.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3199725vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Johnston

Johnston 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? Make time for Blank Park Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Iowa Events Center.
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Johnston, IA

What's nearby

  • Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Drake University - 12 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Adventureland - 15 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 16 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 18 min drive - 24.3 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Backpocket Pin & Pixel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cheba Hut - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Johnston House - Located in the heart of Johnston - Close to Saylorville located?

This family-friendly Johnston holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Pioneer Hi-Bred Headquarters and Iowa Gold Star Military Museum. Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park and Drake University are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice house and good location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean pet-friendly nice place. Good host very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Haylee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at the Johnston house. They are always so accommodating and quick to answer any questions we have. They go above and beyond to make your stay as easy as possible and the house is adorable.We would highly recommend a stay with them to anybody. We look forward to staying with them in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cullen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for about a month and it was a great experience. The house was nice and the backyard was great for our dog. We had a couple minor issues with the HVAC system and the hosts fixed them immediately.
Stayed 30 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J A.

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

Lovely Stay

Great location and clean. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

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

Great location

Excellent property for the price, & location was fabulous !! Great fenced yard for our pooch !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brita R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little pet friendly house with a large fenced backyard, exactly as the pictures portrayed. Responsive sweet hosts.
Stayed 37 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendi C.

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

Weekend Away

Great little house for our girls weekend away. Clean, well stocked and a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Somare R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful house, equiped with all you need. The hos was great when I told them I was going to have my children come home for Christmas. They put up a Christmas tree and decorations.
Stayed 30 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Great house and location

The description of the property was spot on, exactly as described. The location is great, nice quiet neighborhood, amenities very close by. The owner was prompt to respond to any questions we had. Would highly recommend this rental, 10 out of 10.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

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

Cute home

Perfect place for us to stay with our dogs. The house was perfect and had everything we needed. Loved the fenced in large yard for the dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2024
Thank you for your review Kristen, you’re welcome back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Great Clean house quiet Neighborhood

Stephen was a great host. Great local recommendations. This house was clean, quiet and perfect for our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Wonderful place

Perfect for our needs. Thank you
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2024
Thank you for your review Eric, we would be happy to host you again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very nice place to stay while in the area. Grass was long when my dogs and I got there, but was mowed the next day. The internet was spotty, but that was the provider
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun, 2025
We are glad you enjoyed your stay overall. The internet provider is the fastest available and is usually great and reliable but we apologize for any inconvenience and we were happy to assist you when you brought it to our attention. We have the lawn mowed every week on Friday, some weeks with more rain and humidity it can grow faster.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Excellent, clean property with many nice amenities. The proximity of the house to our destinations was perfect. Fenced in backyard was perfect for our dog. The host was very accommodating with our dog staying with us. The only negative would be that the third bedroom is an air mattress instead of a regular bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Clean and Comfortable!

The Johnston house was perfect! The house itself is clean, comfortable, well stocked and conveniently located to restaurants, highway access, etc. (and yet locat in a cute, quiet neighborhood). The hosts were welcoming and great communicators. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

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

Easy check in. Great neighborhood

Everything was as shown in the pictures. Worked out great for us
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Grandma visited

Perfect spot. Close to things in Johnston and DesMoines. House was clean and well maintained. Enjoyed my month stay. Host provided an extra bed to accommodate my grandchildren. Just perfect. Would stay again.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Loved It!

We loved the house: quiet neighborhood, big fenced yard, and super clean. It was perfect for our family get together since Des Moines is central meeting spot for us. We enjoyed it so much, we immediately started talking about coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2024
Thank you very much for your review David! We are so happy that you loved the location as much as we do. You’re welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

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

A Great Stay

We had adults and little kids for a weekend getaway stay at the house and it was perfect! The house was a good size, the back patio/backyard was great, and the games in the basement were perfect for the kids. The house was clean and the host gave us good recommendations for things to do. We walked down to the new Johnston City Center and played at the splash pad all day and saw a concert at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CJ C.

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

Comfy Beds!!

Very clean property. The dogs loved the back yard. It is fully fenced and large. The beds were very comfortable. The neighborhood is very safe, quite and lots of people were out every day and evening walking their dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula T.

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

Pit stop on the way home!

Loved the quiet neighborhood. The deck was nice to sell out. They have a grill grilled food for supper was nice to sit out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

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

Great week innDes Moines

Nice little neighborhood to start and stop your day. House felt like home away from home. Managers were very helpful in everyway. Less than 30 mins from pretty much everything and back to peace and quiet.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2024
Thank you for your review Matt, we really appreciate your kind words and also love the peaceful neighborhood. Come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen I.

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

Ballin’ in Des Moines

Went to playin the National Senior Games 3 on 3 basketball tournament in Des Moines. My young adult daughter and another player stayed in this home. It was a vey clean, cute, amd quaint little home. Had everything we needed. We won the bronze medal so we will call it the home of Champions!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

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

Anniversary Get away

This property is very clean and well maintained. We picked this location because it is pet friendly. The yard is large and fenced in. The host had pet supplies ( water and food dishes, poop bags and a bone) It is also kid friendly ( games, books and a basement with air hockey and foosball table) Stephen is quick to respond with any questions. It was our Anniversary weekend and Stephen and Shelby gifted us a bottle of wine and roses. We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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