Title: 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home Cottage in Polk City with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home (Polk City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120868700/120868641/bd7ba868.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home (Polk City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120868700/120868641/865d6c78.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home (Polk City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120868700/120868641/3d2fadda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home (Polk City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120868700/120868641/ed7ce901.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior - 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home (Polk City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120870000/120868700/120868641/74e12144.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home provides an arcade/game room and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81593 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home Cottage in Polk City with kitchen and fireplace This smoke-free cottage features an arcade/game room, barbecue grills, and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and 2 bathrooms. Guests can appreciate conveniences like a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include a stovetop and a TV. Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Free crib - High chair ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry detergent ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99940000/99935400/99935399/5d471009.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elegant 4BR Split Foyer - Luxe Living Indianola Hills - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07&selected=99935399&PinnedHotelID=99935399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121110000/121105100/121105041/c59f65a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Des Moines Suburb Stay w/ Spacious Layout & Deck! 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Check-in end time: 12:00 AM Contactless check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[apartment\] Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Property payment types ## 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property ## About the area Polk City is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Polk City Refuge and Big Creek State Park, while Big Creek Historical Museum and Ankeny Art Center are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ankeny Stadium or Buccaneer Arena. 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