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Drake presidents historical home

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A living room with a leather sofa, glass coffee table, wooden flooring, and a ceiling fan.
A room with a foosball table, a black leather chair, a dining table with placemats, a wooden door with a clock, and a window with blinds.
A bedroom with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with blinds.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a dishwasher, a sink, a stove, and a microwave.
A dining area with a wooden table, grey placemats, and a vase with red flowers.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Drake University
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Knapp Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Main floor queen bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs master on suite king

1 King Bed

Upstairs queen

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs queen and full loft

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Main floor bath

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

Upstairs hall bath

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

Upstairs master bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Number of living rooms

About this property

Drake presidents historical home

Des Moines is waiting for you at this charming 4-bedroom house. Inside, guests find three queen beds, one king bed, and a cozy bunk bed, perfect for families or groups. The home features 3 bathrooms, each equipped with a shower and hair dryer for convenience. A tremendous living room offers extra sleeping space with a sofa bed and another queen bed, making it easy to relax and unwind.

The whole group will enjoy easy access to everything from this centrally located place. Right next to Drake University Knapp Center.
Huge yard with fruit trees. Completely remodeled historic home, amazing charm and character. 3 full bathrooms!
Lots of games and arcades.

Walk to Drake area attractions and restaurants and only 5 min drive to almost everything in Des Moines metro and suburb areas.

Experience what Des Moines has to offer with a stay at our enjoyable house that feels like a true home away from home.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5226467vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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

About the area

Des Moines

Drake, a neighbourhood in 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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Map
Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Knapp Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Burns United Methodist Church - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Drake Diner - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tommy's Hickman Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Degollado - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Drake presidents historical home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Drake presidents historical home?

As of 21 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Drake presidents historical home on 30 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,126, 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.

What time is check-in at Drake presidents historical home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Drake presidents historical home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Drake presidents historical home located?

Located in Drake, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Drake University and Knapp Center. Broadlawns Medical Center and The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

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
The house was beautiful and very clean and updated. There was plenty of room for our group of 8 adults and 2 toddlers. Host was quick to answer questions and super helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing! The hosts were great communicators! This place was so comfortable and very spacious for our party of 8. Everyone commented on how awesome the beds were, and how we all loved the sheets and soft blankets! It was a great location for a group of us going to a Des Moines University reunion. We toured our old stomping grounds on Ingersoll bars and restaurants. Near downtown for the Farmers Market and breweries. Played pickle ball at Striking Sparrow if you love shady courts and a dive bar (which our group did)! Would definitely recommend this place. Thanks again! -Maria
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2026
HOSTS BEWARE OF RACHEL! She looks for minor issues like a drain that was slow and I came immediately and cleaned out the strainer and she then tried to extort us for $750 for her to leave a good review even though she even said during her stay that it was a very nice place and they were loving it. So don’t let her book your place or she may try to get a free stay from you as well. VRBO actually told me that she was practicing extortion and assured me they don’t allow that and will take action against her. Hopefully they will and no other hosts will be threatened by her and her group looking for free stays.

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Hosted by Ryan

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