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Charming 4 Bedroom Home With Beautiful Backyard

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Exterior
Private kitchen
3 bedrooms, desk, WiFi
Game room
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming 4 Bedroom Home With Beautiful Backyard

Our charming 1950's Des Moines home is right off I-235 just minutes from downtown, great restaurants, family-friendly activities, and nightlife. You’ll love our place because of the adorable kitchen, beautiful outdoor space, cozy feel, and friendly neighborhood. The house is perfect for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families with kids, big groups, and four legged friends. There is a $50 fee per dog.

Guests love our house because it is on a charming quiet street in the heart of the historical ingersoll district. The backyard oasis is peaceful and relaxing.

Property manager

Jackie Akerberg

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Dogs must be kept off all furniture including beds. Failure to follow results in $200 fee.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs must be kept off all furniture including beds

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Charming 4 Bedroom Home With Beautiful Backyard Des Moines

About the area

North of Grand, a neighborhood in Des Moines, is home to this vacation 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. Science Center of Iowa and Clive Aquatic Center are also worth visiting.
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Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Drake University - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Des Moines Art Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Casey's Center - 4 min drive - 4.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Mie Bakery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Station on Ingersoll - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Palmer's Deli & Market - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ted's Coney Island - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming 4 Bedroom Home With Beautiful Backyard pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming 4 Bedroom Home With Beautiful Backyard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming 4 Bedroom Home With Beautiful Backyard?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming 4 Bedroom Home With Beautiful Backyard located?

Located in North of Grand, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Des Moines Community Playhouse and Drake University. Salisbury House and Des Moines Art Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Charming 4 Bedroom Home With Beautiful Backyard Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Wonderful stay

The house is clean and nice. Quite little neighborhood far enough out of downtown to be quite but close enough to be very convenient to get to any activity at all the convention centers.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ted C.

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

Ingersoll

Overall, the interior was clean. The outside needs some attention. The location is very good. Close to shopping, restaurants and the interstate. The neighborhood is quiet and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN B.

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

Loved this home!!

Amazing place close to all we needed in Des Moines! Great hosts !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice little property in a nice neighborhood. Great experience. We would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben E.

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

Surprisingly spacious and clean

Excellent location, "bigger on the inside" house. The only drawback is there's only one bathroom, but it wasn't an issue since I was only staying with one other person. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher S.

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

Nice stay

Our family needed a place to stay in Des Moines while our floors were being refinished.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne M.

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

Great Place

Very clean home in a beautiful historic neighborhood. Easy access to highway and interstate. I highly recommend this home and would stay here again myself.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katey Z.

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

Thanks!

The home was as advertised, and communication was good. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

James D.

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

Great family fun

Location was ideal for us for this trip to enjoy family. Inside well maintained and decorated. Outside needs a little TLC
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

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

Comfy home

Our family stayed at this house for a long weekend. The kitchen was well-stocked for meal prep, the living room was cozy and inviting, the bedrooms were everything we needed. It was easy to stroll around the neighborhood and to visit nearby shops. We would stay again. The dining space is a small space in the kitchen which works well for a couple of people, but is not as well suited for a larger group if you need to do a sit-down meal at a table. Check-in was a breeze and the hosts easy to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Nice clean house

Nice quiet neighborhood easy walk to coffee shops. Comfortable beds,
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

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

Birdie

Lovely spot for a long weekend with family friends in Des Moines. It was just what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Fantastic Stay – Clean, Well-Equipped, and Great Host!

We had an amazing stay at this property! The home was spotless upon arrival, and it was clear that the hosts take great care in maintaining a clean and welcoming space. All the amenities listed in the description were accurate, and we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The kitchen was well-stocked, the beds were comfortable, and the Wi-Fi was reliable.The host was incredibly responsive and available for any questions we had, making the whole experience even better. We truly appreciated their hospitality and attention to detail. If you’re looking for a stress-free and enjoyable stay, this is the perfect place. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

L W.

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

Oldest son’s wedding

Excellent location! Back deck great place to unwind. Lots of lovely birds in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah G.

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

Des Moines Bungalow

Great place, responsive friendly owners. Great location fir anything you need and travel To Drake University. We will stay again! Down side in winter maybe that there is no garage - which is fine for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Carla R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Went for girls weekend

Nice property However hard to have Movie weekend when the Only TV didn't work left after notifying host with no answer and finally got response after16 hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

Clean, quiet house - just as advertised

Enjoyed a long weekend here - working part of the time and watching the Drake Relays. The house was lovely - updated and very clean - it looked just like the pictures. The neighborhood was quiet. Was nice to eat at the table on the back deck when it was nice out - limited table seating inside but didn’t affect us. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie Z.

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

Second time staying, clean and cute

This is our second time staying at "Birdie" and it's really nicely maintained, even a few updates from our last stay. Always clean and cozy, love that dogs are welcome and the backyard was perfect for that. We got a little snow/frost during our stay and someone even came by to salt the driveway and walkway. WiFi signal could be a little stronger for streaming, but everything else is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

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

Quick weekend trip

Worked perfect for our family. We have young children and it was nice to have the fenced in back yard and ample space for them to play. Neighborhood was ok. Good location for getting downtown quickly, close to restaurants. Minor issue with some water seeping up from the kitchen floor on our arrival, but owner was quick to respond.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

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

North of Grand

Excellent location for my needs (father at Mercy Hospital) - needing to be close to hospital. Backyard (fenced in) was a Godsend with 20 degree temps. Jackie was great to communicate with😊
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Nello-Angelo R.

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

In Town for Iowa State Fair

Quiet neighborhood and clean house. A/C was welcomed and great hot water. Cozy kitchen, comfortable bed. Did need another shade in living room, a new bulb in the bedroom lamp, and TV was a puzzle. But overall a very enjoyable stay. In spite of ongoing street construction(s), easy to get to desired locations, close to grocery store.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

STEVE Y., clearwater florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Birdie house

This house is very nice and clean. Back yard needs some attention, but we did enjoy it alot, so did our little dogs. We spent alot of time out there. We had some beautiful days to enjoy the weather and just relax. Oh, and one thing we discovered was the cinnamon rolls at La Mie bakery. If you love cinnamon rolls, that's your place. We never did figure out the TV. I think we needed a firestick to get it to work. Overall, our stay was great!
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Judy J.

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

Location was good.

Comfortable home but needs to consider needs of larger groups using 4 bedrooms. Future considerations: Handrail for front door steps as steps are of varying depths. Better outdoor lighting for steps after dark. Larger coffee pot. Kleenex limited. Rubber grip pads in shower. Bed continues to be squeaky in main floor bedroom. Our guests were seniors who travel frequently and voiced these concerns about staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Stuart B.

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

Terrible Property Management

We did not stay because property was not easily accessible due to construction and lack of lighting to see where the house was located. Porch light was not turned on and address of property was not easily seen at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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