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Downtown Des Moines Near Lake/Recreation

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Exterior
Bathroom
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Principal Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Civic Center
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Downtown Des Moines Near Lake/Recreation

Enjoy both downtown and the great outdoors as this large townhome is located between Downtown Des Moines and Grey's Lake (walking paths/concerts). With 3 large bedrooms and two living spaces, there is plenty of room to spread out! The 3rd floor features a wet bar, space to hang out and a 900 sq ft rooftop patio. Parking is right by the unit (in front or the back).

Host is not new to hosting and property is not new to being a VRBO so don't let zero reviews scare you away. Owner of the property took over hosting.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5066753vb
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
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

Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, a neighbourhood in 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Casey's Center or Principal Park.
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Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Principal Park - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Casey's Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Confluence Brewing Company - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mad Meatball - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Exile Brewing Co. - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Secret Admirer - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Des Moines Near Lake/Recreation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Downtown Des Moines Near Lake/Recreation?

As of 25 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Des Moines Near Lake/Recreation on 28 Sept, 2026 start from S$679, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Downtown Des Moines Near Lake/Recreation?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Des Moines Near Lake/Recreation?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Des Moines Near Lake/Recreation?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Des Moines Near Lake/Recreation located?

Located in Downtown Des Moines, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Western Gateway Park, Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden. Des Moines Public Library and Temple Theater are also within 1 mile (2 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. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay very clean, lots of space and well taken care of
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Modern warmth with a fabulous location! Being able to park in the garage was awesome! The walking path near by was an added bonus too. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property with all the extra touches! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed at this beautiful home in Des Moines while my mother-in-law and I were in town for my son’s college baseball games. The house was perfect. Spacious, spotless, and thoughtfully set up. It felt comfortable the minute we walked in. Everything worked exactly as it should and the check-in process was seamless. The location made getting around easy. We’d absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

About the host

Hosted by ROCHELLE BURNETT

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