Conveniently located within walking distance of Walmart, several restaurants, and beautiful Ada Hayden Park, it offers quick, easy access to well-traveled streets, while remaining tucked away off the beaten path for quiet and privacy.
The property is legally a duplex. This listing consists of the entire main level of the house plus a bonus bedroom, half bath, and laundry room in the lower level. The other "half" of the duplex is the remainder of the lower level, and has its own private entrance and full-time, wonderful, quiet tenant. You likely never would know anyone was there!
This space has been modernly decorated throughout, and includes a living room with seating for 9, a spacious kitchen with a dining table with seating for 8 and counter seating for 2, four bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms.
Each bedroom comes equipped with a queen bed and TV. Three of the bedrooms are on the main level, and one is on the lower level.
This house sleeps 9:
Bedroom 1: Queen (x2) Bedroom 2: Queen (x2) Bedroom 3: Queen (x2) Bedroom 4: Queen (x2) Portable Mattress: (x1) Best for children
In the summer, you can fire up the grill and enjoy outdoor dining on the back deck, where you can relax and take in the peaceful and spacious .80 acre back yard with the beautiful woodsy view!
Our cold weather guests may enjoy a stimulating sensation! Bring your bathing suit and plan to treat yourself to a soak in our 4-6 person inflatable hot tub! Tucked away in our back yard unheated cabana, our hot tub allows you to sink inside and let the jets heat and massage you, while the crisp, cool air simultaneously invigorates you! Just sit back, relax, and let the bubbles float your worries away!
This house includes driveway parking for three cars. Street parking is available for overflow.
RIDING: 1 block to the nearest CyRide stop
DRIVING: Hilton Coliseum: 11 minutes Jack Trice Stadium: 12 minutes Mary Greeley Medical Center: 7 minutes Ada Hayden Heritage Park: 3 minutes
We want you to have a FABULOUS time during your stay, and would be disappointed if you didn't! That stated, please know before booking that this is NOT a party house. We respect our neighbors and our house, and we ask that our guests do, too. Please let us know when you book that this fits with your plans. Thank you very much!
For the safety and security of our guests, this house is protected by an ADT security system. It includes two exterior cameras, but, for your privacy, no interior cameras.
We are a certified location with the Iowa Office to Combat Human Trafficking.
Add dates for prices
Have a question?
AI iconBetaBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Ames
Ames is home to this holiday home. Farm House Museum and Brunnier Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Veenker Memorial Golf Course and Cinemark Ames Movies 12. Furman Aquatic Center and Octagon Center for the Arts are also worth visiting.
Main Street Cultural District - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Iowa State University - 5 min drive - 3.1 km
Stephens Auditorium - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
Jack Trice Stadium - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
Getting around
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 14 min walk
The Cafe - 4 min drive
B-Bops - 19 min walk
Cabin Coffee Co - 4 min drive
Casey's - 20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting?
As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting on 12 May 2026 start from AU$459, 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 Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Tranquil Home in Beautiful Setting located?
Situated in Ames, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Ada Hayden Heritage Park and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Iowa State University. Veenker Memorial Golf Course and Main Street Cultural District are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a fantastic stay. The place is perfect for our needs. The host was incredibly responsive and welcoming. They were even flexible with us when a snowstorm rolled in and we had to stay an extra night. Couldn’t recommend highly enough.
It says whole house when in fact there’s a tenant living in the bottom half of the basement. They have their own entrance but it’s weird having someone staying below you.Hot tub is a vinyl one and was small but hot. House was clean. Host was very helpful with information for what we asked about.
We had a great friends weekend for an Iowa State football game! The home was clean, and we appreciated the treats the host supplied! Would stay again! Everything we wanted was just a short Uber ride away, and the neighborhood was safe and quiet!
CYHawk weekend with lots of TV viewing and grilling on deck: tailgating at the house! SUper comfortable beds, well stocked kitchen. Lots of room. HIghly recommend.
Comfortable and convenient location for our family’s needs. It was lovely having a sound machine in every room, and the host thoughtfully provided welcome fruit and snacks.
Traveled from Kansas for the KSU v ISU football game. It was a fantastic place to stay while up for the weekend. We tailgated in the warmth of the house instead of the freezing temperatures. Everything we could need to help out was there! They have thought of everything. Fantastic home and host. We would stay again if in Ames.
Fantastic space for entertainment! Immacculate. Well-stocked kitchen with good amenities. Used this space for a no-host Holiday, and it worked perfectly, allowing family members from out of state a homey place to stay, without pressuring the Ames residents to host at their house. Easy access to restaurants, groceries, gas, and shopping. 10/10 would recommend!"
We loved everything!! Don’t be like me though, read the listing don’t just look at the pictures. We were surprised to find there’s a tenant downstairs, separate unit. When I went back to read the listing it was in there. My bad! But it ended up being fine! Loved the coffee, breakfast items, so thoughtful and the home was everything we needed! Thank you!
Was not aware that there was a tenant living in the basement of the property- We did not see them but at night was loud til after midnight with TV noise. Noise was right above bedroom and made it hard to sleep. Because we travel with our four children it made me uncomfortable knowing there was a tenant and i was on alert more when my kids went outside. Hot tub is not able to fit six adults - maybe 3. There is no seating in the hot tub - see picture. Dirty pots/pans in cupboard. Overall clean and accommodating, nice neighborhood close to many amenities. Ames is a beautiful small city and nice place to visit.
This was no doubt the best VRBO experience we have had. Host Gina provided an array of welcoming items including milk, juices, fruit, donuts and bathroom amenities! The residence met all our expectations and the communication with Gina was excellent. Nearby grocers and restaurants made it even better.10 out 10! Thanks for hosting our family.
Great house, super clean, well set up, comfortable beds, nice outdoor deck and back yard and very thoughtful in welcoming details upon arrival. Thanks for sharing your home with us, we will definitely be back!!!!!!