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One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond. You will truly feel like you are on a resort but will be able to have this piece of paradise all for yourself.

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Living area
A spacious kitchen with wooden flooring, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a sofa, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden ceiling.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, wooden beams, and a view of the outdoors.
A spacious loft-style living room with a large window, a fireplace, and a cozy seating area.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Games at the ready
    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Ankeny, IA
  • Place, Saylorville Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Des Moines Area Community College
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Saylorville Lake Marina
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond. You will truly feel like you are on a resort but will be able to have this piece of paradise all for yourself.

One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond. You will truly feel like you are on a resort but will be able to have this piece of paradise all for yourself. The pond has lots of newly stocked fish that you can enjoy fishing right off the dock. The house features 4 bedrooms & 3 baths.

****** Please Note:

Guests will be asked to leave the property immediately for the following reasons (any unused rental monies will not be refunded):
* Must be 25 years of age to rent the property-- no exceptions.
* Exceeding maximum occupancy (12 is maximum occupancy including visitors)
* Disruptive behavior
* Bringing any type of pet into the home
* Smoking/vaping in or around the home
* Any type of drug use
* Violating any of the house rules as defined in the rental agreement
Quiet family-friendly neighborhood
Parking is located south of the home.
This A-Frame Home features an open concept space-- perfect for those desiring more family time. Enjoy sitting on the deck & listening to all that nature has to offer. Located 5 minutes from Saylorville Lake, 8 minutes to Prairie Trail District, and 20 minutes to downtown Des Moines.
- Security cameras are located at each door and 3 on the exterior of the home.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No swimming in the pond
Quiet hours after 10pm.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2627533vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ankeny

Ankeny 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 Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Iowa Events Center or Casey's Center.
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Ankeny, IA

What's nearby

  • Saylorville Lake - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cherry Glen Greenway - 4 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Watercrest Park - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Des Moines Area Community College - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Saylorville Lake Marina - 7 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪30 Hop - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hy-Vee Market Grille - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond. You will truly feel like you are on a resort but will be able to have this piece of paradise all for yourself. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond. You will truly feel like you are on a resort but will be able to have this piece of paradise all for yourself.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond. You will truly feel like you are on a resort but will be able to have this piece of paradise all for yourself.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond. You will truly feel like you are on a resort but will be able to have this piece of paradise all for yourself.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is One-of-a-kind home in Ankeny on 1.8 acres with a pond. You will truly feel like you are on a resort but will be able to have this piece of paradise all for yourself. located?

Situated in Ankeny, this holiday home is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Saylorville Lake and within 6 miles (10 km) of Des Moines Area Community College and Oak Grove Recreation Area. Ankeny Art Center and Faith Baptist Bible College are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very quiet and peaceful property, clean and well-equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is great, because of the pond I would recommend bringing bug spray for summertime stays. Host was great to work with & prompt with responses. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable home, we were able to relax and enjoy outdoor time on the deck and pond. Easy access to grocery store and restaurants in Ankeny.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing home! Quality furnishings throughout, impeccably clean and well stocked with everything you need. Outdoors was perfect as well. Beautiful grounds with multiple seating areas. Our family had a wonderful time and we'll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd stay at this home. We love the home, the location, and all of it.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2026
Thank you Josh for being an amazing repeat guest. We love having you stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Lovely property. Very clean and well-equipped kitchen and bedrooms. We brought extra pillows, blankets, and utensils, and we never had to use them. The outside area was perfect. Some of us fished (and we actually caught a bunch) while the others sat around the bonfire and socialized, and we were all within talking distance.We had an issue with checking into the property 2-3 hours late, but luckily, we weren't on a tight schedule. The host did their best to rectify the issue and apologized.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great short stay

In town for the state tournament, perfect relaxing home.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Better than photos. Wonderful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful getaway

Great place, very spacious with lots of comfortable rooms. Love the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ankeny pond house

We had a family there and it was perfect for all of us so warm and welcoming we would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in Ankeny near friends.

We had a great stay at this property. Very comfortable and clean. Very nice place. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely house- clean- and great location. Messaged with property manager a couple of times prior to stay and they were quick to respond- much appreciated the fast response. I was in town for a wedding and the house was so beautiful we had the bride get ready at the house. Was hopeful she would have taken some photos there but we ran out of time. Thank you for a great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Des Moines weekend

Beautiful setting close to many activities. Our family had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family bonding weekend.

Beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Used as a company retreat. It is a beautiful property that I'd use again. Very private. Sleeps 7 is true, but only 4 bedrooms (it looked like more in pics - more of a VRBO issue). Hosts were great and clear about expectations. Comfortable accommodations. It was a great space.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Carefree Weekend Away

House was scrupulously clean and well appointed. All the information we needed was easy to find. Lovely setting and plenty of space for our mid-sized group to spread out throughout the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Annual valentines/wine trip

Great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property for our family

The entire property (house, outside, pond) was very clean and exactly as listed. It was a great place for our short family getaway and if we need to stay in the area again, I will check to see if this property is available. Thank you for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2023
Thank you-- glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing property with plenty of room!

This house was great and with plenty of room and space to move around. Close to amenities and easy to navigate features close to home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous!

Excellent property … it was everything it said plus more!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Trip to Iowa State University

Beautiful property. Common space is perfect for gathering of family and friends yet provides private sleeping areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Nov 2022
Wonderful guests— would definitely host again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic !!!

The property is absolutely beautiful …the trees, the pond, the house itself has everything you would need!! We had a wonderful girls weekend. Very relaxed and quiet area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

Beautiful home! It is exactly as described. The host was verybquick to respond to a question we had. The pond was a big highlight! We enjoyed our evenings on the deck. I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Time

The property is gorgeous and has just the right amount of space for kids to run and explore safely. At the same time, there are plenty of spots with gorgeous views to relax with a cold drink or cup of coffee and take in the beauty of nature and kids playing about. Beds were comfortable and house/kitchen is well furnished! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

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