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Close to Drake/Downtown - Filled With Amenities, Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Theater!
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Living Room 1
3 Queen Beds
The Boho Room
2 Single Beds
The Moon Room
1 Queen Bed
The Mountain room
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Half Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Close to Drake/Downtown - Filled With Amenities, Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Theater!
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Des Moines
Located in Waveland Park, a neighbourhood in Des Moines, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near theme parks. 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 Knapp Center. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Des Moines, IA
What's nearby
- Waveland Municipal Golf Course - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Drake University - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Des Moines Community Playhouse - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
- La Casa Cultural Center - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
- Knapp Center - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Habanero’s - 3 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- Simon's - 3 min drive
- Motley School Tavern - 11 min walk
- La Mie Bakery & Restaurant - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window8.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.4/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.4/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
30 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Connie N.
28 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place for Family Get Together
Connie N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christian V.
18 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great One Night Stay
Christian V.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Margaret J.
18 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Family House
Margaret J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
logan S.
13 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
State vacation
logan S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy R.
27 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable home
Amy R.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steph J.
2 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Steph J.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bob S.
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, quiet street
Bob S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rachel R.
26 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Rachel R.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrea W.
3 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient for track events!
Andrea W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mandalin W.
27 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday party
Mandalin W.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jenny G.
12 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a Girls Weekend
Jenny G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Donald C.
23 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an Awesome weejend
Donald C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Andrea S.
29 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Accommodating Space
Andrea S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matt S.
23 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A+ Stay
Matt S.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hannah H.
1 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!!
Hannah H.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Meghan W.
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best girls getaway!
Meghan W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Traci B.
23 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for kids/teens
Traci B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Kelli H.
23 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Kelli H.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Monica P.
28 Sept 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Monica P.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
4/10 Poor
Joseph B.
10 Apr 2025
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Consider Other Options in DSM
Joseph B.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Azizi M.
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointing Stay ~ Dirty & Poor Drainage Issues
Azizi M.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Luke B.
21 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Des Moines visit
Luke B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steele M.
3 July 2025
Steele M.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kaisha O.
28 Feb 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Kaisha O.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
About the host
Hosted by Jesse
I live in Chicago but I'm from Cedar Falls, IA. Iowa offers a lot in terms of fun and adventure, so naturally, I had to invest in my home state! I love the hospitality and real estate industries. Hosting and making people happy, is a lifestyle!
Why they chose this property
Beaverdale is a neighborhood in Des Moines, Iowa with a population of 12,052. It is lcoated in Polk County and is one of the best places to live in Iowa. The neighborhood is very walkable and peaceful. Lots of great restaurants, bars, golf courses, and more! Don't forget to check out the infamous SNOOKI's ice cream just around the corner! Also, only about a 6 minute drive to downtown Des Moines and is not too far down the road from Drake University.
What makes this property unique
This property has a wealth of amazing amenities. From themed rooms, to a movie theater, hot tub, and a mini outdoor oasis, you can enjoy a peaceful getaway in style. Completely with an outdoor fireplace, plenty of outdoor seating for lounging or eating. The Movie theater is a great place for the kids to sleep and for the entire family to enjoy a BOOM-ing surround system!
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