[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Cottage with free parking, near Drake University ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/d8119100.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/df973302.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/82491783.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/104727a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/b3a580e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Drake University, Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71496 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Cottage with free parking, near Drake University This smoke-free cottage features free self parking and free WiFi in public areas. The cottage provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. A washing machine, a TV, and a ceiling fan are among the other amenities available to guests. Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include showers. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13310000/13300700/13300681/91d6d514.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Staybridge Suites Des Moines Downtown by IHG Downtown Des Moines - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews CA $151 CA $169 total includes taxes & fees Oct 30 - Oct 31 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=13300681&PinnedHotelID=13300681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10800/10733/317644dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel Downtown Des Moines - Free airport shuttle - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.6 Excellent 1,001 reviews CA $189 CA $212 total includes taxes & fees Nov 7 - Nov 8 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=10733&PinnedHotelID=10733&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1150000/1145700/1145664/16724f59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Residence Inn by Marriott Des Moines West West Des Moines - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 519 reviews CA $153 CA $171 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=1145664&PinnedHotelID=1145664&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1600/1547/b8de3671.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ramada Tropics Resort & Conf Center by Wyndham Des Moines Urbandale - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Kids pool 5.6 614 reviews CA $99 CA $111 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=1547&PinnedHotelID=1547&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/852300/852246/dc9026f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Super 8 by Wyndham Altoona Altoona - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included 7.2 Good 1,003 reviews CA $82 CA $92 total includes taxes & fees Oct 13 - Oct 14 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=852246&PinnedHotelID=852246&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25190000/25188800/25188711/1ab966aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Premier Ankeny Hotel Ankeny - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 787 reviews CA $125 CA $140 total includes taxes & fees Oct 14 - Oct 15 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=25188711&PinnedHotelID=25188711&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101390000/101383900/101383893/6cc82d34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quaint & Comfy 3 Bedroom - 3min to Downtown! 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Cottage Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Des Moines Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Cottage Des Moines ## About the area Drake, a neighborhood in Des Moines, is home to this cottage. 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. [Visit our Des Moines travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Des-Moines.dx601690) [View more Cottages in Des Moines](https://www.expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Cottages.d601690-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C41.60203%2C-93.67118&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3SnYNq2dLlAkoZb1l69PUIjsx7I=) Des Moines, IA ### What's nearby - Drake University - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Iowa Events Center - 4 min drive - 4.6 km - Hoyt Sherman Place - 4 min drive - 3.6 km - Casey's Center - 5 min drive - 5.0 km - EMC Expo Center - 5 min drive - 5.0 km ### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 20 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Habanero’s - ‬13 min walk - ‪Hugo’s - ‬13 min walk - ‪Cafe Chai - ‬17 min walk - ‪Motley School Tavern - ‬15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!? > Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! located? > Located in Drake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Drake University, Des Moines Community Playhouse, and Waveland Municipal Golf Course. Knapp Center and Des Moines Art Center are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. 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