[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro Family-friendly vacation home in Des Moines with a fitness center ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90900000/90899700/90899689/bc1399c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90900000/90899700/90899689/bc7596ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![7 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90900000/90899700/90899689/28c970b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90900000/90899700/90899689/f4f782ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90900000/90899700/90899689/e76fd167.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Near Drake University, Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro provides an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and a gym. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 203000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Fireplace - Washer - Dryer - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro Historic 1895 home completely remodeled with all new bathrooms and kitchen and original hardwood oak floors refinished throughout. Brand new kitchen with island seating and large dining table. Original fireplace with infrared insert. Walking distance to Drake stadium and Knapp center and all facilities. Minutes drive or even bike to downtown and all metro area. So central to almost everywhere in the metro and in a great neighborhood. Just finishing up this remodel now with final touches so book early to be the first ones to use the beautiful space full of original character and updated features. I plan to continue to add to the property with additional touches as time allows. This is a great space to entertain large family gatherings or multiple families and more bedrooms than most single family homes. Fun to imagine what life was like in this historic home back in 1895 in its original glory. Huge dining table sits 8 comfortably and potentially more with provided extra chairs. Peninsula/island has bar top seating for 3 or 4 more Brand new appliances All new paint and flooring throughout Refinished original oak hardwood floors. All beds and bedding and bathroom towels etc new. Main Living room seats 10 comfortably and more room if extra chairs brought into the space. Upstairs living room seats 4 comfortably and game room with TV and air hockey table and a wall. Mounted infrared fireplace. Massage/heat powered lift reclining chair upstairs. 3 all updated bathrooms including one tub/shower others are shower only. Outside enjoy a massive front porch with swing and stone table with chairs around. Also a grill is out front on a brand new patio with furniture. Small front yard but enough space to play. Drake University owned open lawn space they use for practice fields etc right across the street for public use to play field games or sports. I also have large portable tailgate tents and some tables and folding chairs that can be rented for $30 if requested before your stay. Large parking lot in back of house for around 5 cars and another 6 or so can parallel park in the double wide long driveway. Alley access too for convenient entering and exiting or if bringing a trailer. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Gym ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91740000/91731000/91730930/cfbdd00a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SO MUCH FUN! 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No smoking in the house or on porch as it has carpet and also is damaging to the ceiling and furniture with smoke and odor. Must have 5 star profile rating to book this property instantly. Otherwise please inquire with host and explain why rating is not a 5. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.60714%2C-93.65884&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TIC4etI0kGNuoDlRITTm-6g_muw=) Des Moines, IA #### What's nearby - Drake University - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Iowa Events Center - 4 min drive - 4.2 km - Hoyt Sherman Place - 4 min drive - 3.2 km - Casey's Center - 4 min drive - 4.6 km - EMC Expo Center - 4 min drive - 4.6 km #### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk - ‪Lzaza Indo-Pak Cuisine - ‬15 min walk - ‪Habanero’s - ‬6 min walk - ‪Cafe Chai - ‬7 min walk - ‪Hugo’s - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro? > As of Oct 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro on Oct 9, 2025 start from CA $592.92, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Hotels-Beautiful-Remodeled-Historic-Drake-Univ-Home-Minutes-From-Downtown-And-All-Metro.h90899689.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro located? > Located in Drake, this family-friendly Des Moines vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Drake University and Knapp Center. Waveland Municipal Golf Course and Des Moines Community Playhouse are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? 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