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The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, and various kitchen appliances.
A park with a gravel path, a bench, and green trees.
A house with a covered porch, two bicycles, and a door with a window.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and two windows with curtains.
A living room with a floral sofa, a wooden coffee table, a patterned rug, a staircase, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Breakfast included
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Indianola, IA
  • Place, Lake Ahquabi State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3 / child room

1 Double Bed, 1 Child Bed and 1 Crib

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main Floor

Soap · Toilet

Main upstairs Bath

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Indianola

Located in Indianola, this holiday home is in a rural area. Jordan House and Salisbury House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Ahquabi State Park and Easter Lake Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Warren County Fair and Blank Park Zoo. Kayaking, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Indianola, IA

What's nearby

  • Lake Ahquabi State Park - 6 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Casey's Center - 40 min drive - 42.1 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 41 min drive - 50.9 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 42 min drive - 59.2 km
  • Drake University - 42 min drive - 44.6 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sports Page Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Casa Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA located?

This family-friendly Indianola holiday home is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Ahquabi State Park and Warren County Fair. Indianola Country Club and Des Moines Metro Opera are also within 6 miles (10 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. 19 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at this little farmhouse. I came to visit with my friend. We spent some time at Lake Ahquabi fishing, hiking, and paddling. The pond on the property has great fishing as well. The house had everything we needed. Lori was kind and welcoming and a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review. Always so good to hear of your stay and to let others know of what there is to offer close to The Hen House Iowa. I look forward to seeing you book another stay! ~ Lori 🏠
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it, every thing was awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2026
Ditto! Your an awsome Guest's! I hope to see you back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best weekend staying at the Hen House! We were in the area for a wedding at the Red Acre Barn and it was the perfect place to stay! Lori went above went above and beyond to make our family feel welcome with breakfast and toys for our one and two year old children. I couldn’t recommend her place enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar 2026
I loved the review.. and look forward to hosting you again! A pan of fresh cinnamon rolls will be waiting for you all to enjoy!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay with kids! At night the farm is so peaceful. We stayed here as a surprise for our 4-year-old and 16-month old. Both of them loved the playground, bikes, and animals. We overpacked and know next time that Lori has everything we need for our kids to have a great time. We will visit for another staycation getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2026
Thank you for the Sweet review. We love having children come to The Hen House. I loom forward to your returning and watching the kids grow and enjoy the farm animals and playing~ Lori ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house has everything you can need along with amazing hosts! The house is cozy and comfortable with plenty of space to spread out and relax. Lori does a great job communicating with you and is so friendly! We will be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for the sweet review. I do so enjoy being a Host and even better to have Guest's who are as respectful and appreciative as your are. I am looking forward to have you stay with us again! ❤️
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host and hostess were absolutely amazing!!! The house was a great stay for a weekend away fishing trip. Lori brought over freshly made cinnamon rolls, which were a big hit. We will definitely be back again! Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Feb 2026
Thank you for the sweet review. I always ♥️ to hear such kind words.. See you all again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lori and Les make you feel right at home. They go above and beyond to ensure you have everything you could need and more. The farm is so peaceful and watching the animals is entertaining.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our host was amazing. Went above to make sure we had a great stay. Very personable..We both enjoyed visiting with her and learning more about the area. We will definitely return to the Hen House
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for families!!

We had a WONDERFUL time at the Hen House! Our girls were overjoyed with all the toys, books, games, and puzzles to play with, not to mention the swings, bikes, fire pit, animals, and everything else! Lori and Lee are AMAZING hosts and truly have got you covered for anything you can think of!There’s absolutely no question that when we come back to Indianola, we’ll be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2025
Thank you for such a sweet review. It was our pleasure to host you and be our Guest's. We look forward to seeing everyone again and watching the children grow. ~ Lori 🏠
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Every Thing Was Great

Thank you Lori for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home.We found every thing exceeded our expectations. All the little extra items you provided made us feel like home and if we had forgotten something, you had it there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2025
Thank You Gary for the nice review. It was a true pleasure to have meet and hosted you both. ~ Lori 🏠
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AWESOMENESS

Loved loved loved this place. Lori, our host, was the BEST. So kind and helpful. And all the farm animals were awesome, especially Boo, the goat!!The kids had the best time ever!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2025
I love to read sweet reviews like this Lynette.. I so enjoy being a host and having wonderful guests like you is why! Sweet times and good memories.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!!!!!

We had a fabulous time at the hen house!!! There are not sufficient words to describe our experience. Cinnamon rolls, fresh eggs and meeting all of the animals on the farm entertained all of us. If we are ever in the area again, we will definitely stay at the Hen House!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
Thanks for the kind words. I loved your sweet words and it was my pleasure to be your host! Hope to see you all again.~ Lori 🏠
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Where to even start! Lori has obviously had experience with what travers need! We flew in, and were in the area for our son’s wedding. Fresh farm eggs, and more snacks and condiments, and fresh rolls, etc. we were not able to enjoy even half the yummy things her kitchen was packed with. And the farm and animals were obviously well kept and happy. I will have to find a reason to go back. I would give it a 200 out of 100 if I could! Just go sit in the peace, and watch the chickens. Thank for everything
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Awww.. Thank you for the sweet review. I do love being a host, and my Guest's are the Best! I look forward to treating you both to a special stay here when your back in central Iowa!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Hen House is Superb

The farmhouse that we stayed in was clean and beautifully decorated throughout with chicken and farm themes. The doilies and other touches made it feel like old times on a farm. We watched farm animals and farm activities. We relaxed, read books, roamed the farm, and enjoyed nightime firefly shows.The kitchen offered lots of snacks, fruit and freshly laid eggs. We barbecued ribeye steak (from The Hen House's own cow) on the grill. This was a perfect place to stay while in Indianola for the Des Moines opera season. We look forward to staying at The Hen House again next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review. I so appreciate your kind words. I am glad you enjoyed the home. I love to have the house as if one is coming home to visit on the farm to see family and friends. Looking forward to 2026 visit! ~ Lori 🏠
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 6 felt right at home. Lots of care put into the property! Kids loved the animals, fishing, and breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2026
Thank you for the Sweet Review. I love it when our families enjoy the stay and being comfortable in their stay! I look forward to seeing you all again! ~ Lori 🏠
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great stay! We loved hanging out with all of the animals. The host left is delicious cinnamon rolls to eat. The host is so friendly and responsive. We definitely recommend the hen house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2026
Thank you Angie for the nice 5 🌟 review. I am trusting you stay with us again if your in central Iowa. Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Thank you for thr nice review. I appreciate that and hope to see you back to stay. Everything was left in Tip Top condition.. Thanks again ~ Lori 🏠
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