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This cheerful home welcomes you with a spacious front porch and a charming lawn, perfect for relaxing outdoors.
Gather around the cozy backyard firepit, surrounded by Adirondack chairs—ideal for evening conversations.
Unwind on the inviting patio, complete with stylish seating and a peaceful outdoor ambiance.
This stylish living room features bold décor, a comfy green sofa, and plenty of natural light for a welcoming vibe.
Enjoy meals in this elegant dining space, with a modern chandelier and an open-concept kitchen perfect for entertaining.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Val Air Ballroom
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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West Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Valley Junction
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Val Air Ballroom
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Water Works Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space

Enjoy your stay at this newly remodeled, expertly designed home in West Des Moines. Enjoy the amenities of a big backyard and pack patio while being only 5 blocks away from the Valley Junction shopping district.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3548082vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

West Des Moines

West 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? See what's going on at Iowa Events Center or Casey's Center.
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West Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Valley Junction - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Val Air Ballroom - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Windsor Heights Dog Park - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Water Works Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Raccoon River Park - 4 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Sully's Irish Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space located?

Situated in West Des Moines, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Valley Junction and Val Air Ballroom. Water Works Park and Raccoon River Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 11 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extremely comfortable stay in a very nice updated home. Centrally located in a quiet neighborhood. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pet friendly, great host that was very easy to get a hold of. Great neighborhood and easy to get around town.
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnny N.

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

Great Host!

Sarah was beyond helpful and accommodating during our stay in town for a tournament. We’ll certainly be working with her the next time we come to Des Moines.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheilah N.

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

Comfy in Quiet Neighborhood

Enjoyed our stay with family and proximity to Valley Junction.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ava rose t.

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

Lovely!

Just as pictured and lovely neighborhood!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mary D.

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

Family Christmas

We had four adults and one dog. The fenced in backyard was great for the dog. Location was great for walking or running. Also great for getting to downtown and Des Moines relatives.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence F.

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

Great home in nice neighborhood

Thank you for hosting us. I travel a lot with my kids wrestling tournaments and this home was perfect. The front room flows into the kitchen and allowed for great times.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lauren B.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I had my trip dates change due to work schedules adjusting which occurred just a couple hours into the 14-day no cancellation window. The host told me to cancel without refund and rebook. I travel a lot for work using home hosting platforms and have never come across a host who refuses to allow a trip date change to an earlier open date if the calendar is open. I was very disappointed at the policy. I wouldn’t recommend this home due to the inability to make reservations changes within 2 weeks before the reservation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Shane C.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
We noticed the house was littered with cobwebs and the bedrooms had a very stale smell to them. It was clear no one had examined the property before we arrived.When we went to clean the musty dog hair covered bed sheets we observed the washer had mold growing on the rubber seal. There was no mattress cover on the bed I was staying on and it was covered in pee stains. Needs replaced.The pillows did not have pillow protectors and were stained. The host did send new pillows.There were food crumbs on the couch and three of the chairs in the dining room.There was dog hair located in several areas of the house.In the kitchen, the silverware drawer had crumbs in it. So we had to wash all of the silverware.In the middle of the night on Christmas Eve to the fire alarm chirping. There were no batteries in the residence to replace the dead batteries. I had to go to the gas station. This could have been avoided with the simple house maintenance of changing your batteries every year.The last two days we were there we found the source of strange smell we had noticed in the kitchen since we got there. It was a dead mouse caught in a mouse trap and it had been there for some time. A host should check to make sure mouse traps are clear before guests arrive.We were offered no compensation our troubles. I sent pictures to the host.This is a nice location and the house is very lovely, unfortunately very dirty. Please install a large TV.
Dead mouse
Mouse Trap Location
Crumbs before we arrived
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan 2026
Shane, I am so sorry for all the cleanliness issues you experienced. That is not the standard we have for the property and it’s inexcusable. To clarify, we did offer to have someone come clean while you were there and you never responded to that. We also offered to reimburse you for the batteries and for no response. Regardless, the property was not in its best condition for your stay and we apologize for that. Thank you for bringing these things to our attention.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karmen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

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