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# Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown
Family-friendly vacation home in Des Moines
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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies
Centrally located near Downtown Des Moines, this property offers a welcoming retreat. Enjoy easy access to the Iowa State Fair, Science Center and more just minutes away while coming home to plenty of off-street parking as well as a garage and long driveway.
## Reviews
10
Exceptional
### Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom788 sq ft
## Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Washer
- Parking available
- Kitchen
- Barbecue grill
- Pet-friendly
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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.
### Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown
Welcome to The Kirkwood!
Perfect for the State Fair, concerts, or a weekend getaway, The Kirkwood has everything you need — a bright living space, cozy bedrooms, updated kitchen, and a spacious yard with a new deck.
Families and pets are welcome, with plenty of room to relax. Enjoy the convenience of a long driveway, plus quick access to downtown Des Moines, Iowa State Fairgrounds, and local attractions.
Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1 → Full bed (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 2 → Twin bed (sleeps 1)
• Living Room → Full pull-out couch (sleeps 2)
• Basement → Twin pull-out couch (sleeps 1; recreational area, no standard bedroom window)
We have also turned the basement into a small recreational and work area. This is also where the full size washer and dryer are located.
You will have access to the full kitchen to make your delicious meals.
The backyard offers plenty of space, though it is not fenced. We kindly ask guests to keep pets on a leash outdoors. We’ve provided a pet waste station in the backyard to make things easy for you.
High-speed WiFi is available throughout the home.
## 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
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
### Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
### Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
### Entertainment
- Games
- Smart TV
### Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
### Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
### Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
### Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
### Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
### Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
### Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
### Things to do
- Foosball table
- Table tennis
### 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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
### General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Garden
- Unit size: 788 square feet
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## Policies
### Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
### Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
### Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
### Rules
PETS: Pick up all pet waste with provided bags by garage; toss in the outdoor trash bin. Keep dogs leashed at all times when outside.
Please keep noise low from 10 PM – 7 AM out of respect for neighbors.
Only registered guests allowed overnight. No visitors without host approval. No parties or events allowed on the property.
### Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: A second pet is allowed for an additional $50 fee
### 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Des Moines, IA
#### What's nearby
- Principal Park \- 3 min drive \- 2.4 km
- Science Center of Iowa \- 3 min drive \- 2.8 km
- Casey's Center \- 4 min drive \- 3.5 km
- Iowa State Fairgrounds \- 11 min drive \- 10.4 km
- Jordan Creek Town Center \- 17 min drive \- 21.9 km
#### Getting around
- Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 15 min drive
#### Restaurants
- Casey's - 2 min drive
- The Angry Goldfish Pub & Eatery - 6 min walk
- Confluence Brewing Company - 3 min drive
- Baratta's - 12 min walk
- Dairy Queen - 2 min drive
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## Reviews
## Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown Reviews
10
### Exceptional
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### 10
Cleanliness
### 9.8
Location
10 - Excellent
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## Reviews
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Cooper R.
Aug 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and had everything we needed!
##### Cooper R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Michael M.
Aug 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very clean and comfortable. The location worked out well for all the places we wanted to go
##### Michael M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### David A.
Feb 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Great location, cozy!
Great little place. Location makes it a great spot to explore the city.
##### David A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### ERIC R.
Mar 17, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Awesome stay!
Everything was smooth and easy, the hosts provided all communications quickly and out Frenchie, Kyla loved the backyard play!
##### ERIC R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Victoria R.
Mar 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Great value
This house is cute, clean, & comfortable. The kitchen is well-equipped which was terrific for hosting a small birthday get together for a relative we came to visit. The location is super convenient for taking a walk at Gray’s Lake.
##### Victoria R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Mikayla Y.
Aug 4, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
clean and cute property for a festival weekend. more than enough space, good amenities, comfortable. we loved the mud room or whatever it’s called. i will say it kinda smelled funny, like smoke or something. i would recommend air fresheners or candles for guests with sensitive senses of smell like me.
##### Mikayla Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Melissa H.
Jan 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Great little getaway home
While had some confusion on the code access, our stay was great overall. It's a very cozy place with everything we needed. Large kitchen and tub/shower. Nicely decorated and comfortable. Hosts were helpful. Would go again.
##### Melissa H.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Keena G.
Dec 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### Worked out great
It was just as advertised, clean and had everything we needed. I would recommend.
##### Keena G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Angel C.
Mar 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
#### College roommate reunion
The property was absolutely perfect. We had three adults with two rooms. The property was clean, centrally located well furnished, and had more than enough amenities. We also were able to bring our dog, which was a huge bus! We definitely recommend this property to any others.
##### Angel C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
### 10/10 Excellent
#### Ashleigh G.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was available as needed to answer questions or help. The stay was perfect for our needs. Although we did not bring our furbabies, I appreciate that this host is ready and willing to accommodate them!
##### Ashleigh G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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