Enjoy historic charm and modern comforts in this fully renovated Folk Victorian home in quiet Dallas Center, near the Greater Des Moines metro area. Two queen bedrooms and two separate living areas give up to four guests room to relax together or spread out. Cook in the full kitchen, enjoy coffee in the porch rocking chairs, or unwind with a movie. High speed Wi-Fi, a sit/stand desk and a washer/dryer make longer stays comfortable—whether you’re visiting family, exploring the Raccoon River Valley Trail or working in the area.
•• Two living areas, room to spread out ••
French doors connect the dining room to a bright front sitting room with reclining seating, USB charging ports and an electric fireplace. Settle in with a book or enjoy a quiet conversation while others watch a movie in the separate family room, which has a 65-inch Roku TV.
•• Two queen bedrooms ••
Both bedrooms have queen beds, blackout curtains, luggage racks and storage for your belongings. Bedside lamps with USB ports make it easy to charge your devices. The home accommodates up to four guests.
•• A kitchen for more than takeout ••
Prepare meals in a full kitchen with a stove and oven, refrigerator with ice maker, dishwasher and microwave. You’ll find cookware, baking pans, a coffee maker, tea kettle, toaster, blender, slow cooker and an electric griddle. The dining table seats four and doubles as a gathering spot for the board games provided.
•• Comfort for longer stays ••
The family room includes a sit/stand desk by a large window, with Wi-Fi and blackout curtains for privacy or reduced screen glare. A washer and dryer, iron and ironing board make it easy to settle in for an extended visit. The home has one bathroom with a tub/shower combination.
•• Front porch and rear patio ••
Enjoy morning coffee or a quiet evening in the two front porch rocking chairs. The rear patio offers another spot to relax outdoors, with a table and chairs available during the warmer months.
•• Enjoy Dallas Center ••
Nearby Mound Park offers a playground, basketball and tennis/pickleball courts. Bring your bikes to explore the Raccoon River Valley Trail, with a downtown trailhead at Heritage Park offering a bike repair station and year-round restrooms. Explore the local shops and restaurants downtown for a taste of small-town life.
•• Guest access ••
Enjoy private access to the entire main level, front porch and rear patio. There are three steps to enter the home and a small half-step between the back family room and the rest of the house. The utility basement and carriage house are not available for guest use.