Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom0+ bathroomsSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Ames, IA
- Place, Main Street Cultural District6 min walk
- Place, Octagon Center for the Arts11 min walk
- Place, Cinemark Ames Movies 123 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
The Fox Den
A perfect wooded hideaway for someone who enjoys the stillness of nature & the chance to see foxes, deer, woodchuck, turkeys & more, while enjoying easy access to all the fun Ames has to offer! The Fox Den is a cozy efficiency apartment in a duplex nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac, just a short walk to downtown Ames (the library, post office, grocery store, main street shopping, farmers market, city parks, bus line & more), a brief drive to campus, many tasty restaurants, and easy access to highway 35.
The space:
Although this efficiency apartment is in a basement, the large windows keep the apartment feeling open and spacious. There is a stovetop, microwave and toaster for cooking your own meals, as well as a 3/4 fridge. You'll also have access to wireless internet, a patio, fire pit and hot tub. At night, the path to and from the apartment is well lit for safe access. We specifically constructed the space with noise canceling features, but you may still hear guests above if there is someone staying in the upper portion of the duplex.
This property is a duplex with two units. This listing is in the basement, and includes a bed/living area, a kitchenette, a private bathroom, a shared laundry room, and shared outdoor 4-person hot tub with jets. The second unit (Downtown Ames Peaceful Getaway) is a 2 bedroom 1 bath unit on the main level. Neither unit has access to the other's space. The only shared area is the laundry room.
The space:
Although this efficiency apartment is in a basement, the large windows keep the apartment feeling open and spacious. There is a stovetop, microwave and toaster for cooking your own meals, as well as a 3/4 fridge. You'll also have access to wireless internet, a patio, fire pit and hot tub. At night, the path to and from the apartment is well lit for safe access. We specifically constructed the space with noise canceling features, but you may still hear guests above if there is someone staying in the upper portion of the duplex.
This property is a duplex with two units. This listing is in the basement, and includes a bed/living area, a kitchenette, a private bathroom, a shared laundry room, and shared outdoor 4-person hot tub with jets. The second unit (Downtown Ames Peaceful Getaway) is a 2 bedroom 1 bath unit on the main level. Neither unit has access to the other's space. The only shared area is the laundry room.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Ames
Ames is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wilson Farm Prairie and Christiansen Forest Reserve, while Stephens Auditorium and Brunnier Art Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hilton Coliseum or Jack Trice Stadium.
Ames, IA
What's nearby
- Main Street Cultural District - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
- Octagon Center for the Arts - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Cinemark Ames Movies 12 - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
- Iowa State University - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
- Jack Trice Stadium - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 14 min walk
- Chick-fil-A - 15 min walk
- Panera Bread - 16 min walk
- Arby's - 18 min walk
- Cabin Coffee Co - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Property conditions & facilities
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10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
24 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Aaron H.
7 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice
Aaron H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eric U.
28 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful spot
Eric U.
Stayed 50 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
cynthia h.
26 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reunion
cynthia h.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Patrick M.
11 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carol
2 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Carol
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joshua K.
29 Sept, 2025
Joshua K.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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