Title: 1BR Residence With Vast Backyard - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # 1BR Residence With Vast Backyard Apartment in Des Moines with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101263500/101263402/w800h599x0y1-e8ac3976.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101263500/101263402/8dbdebdc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101263500/101263402/w800h599x0y1-464bbf12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101263500/101263402/w800h599x0y1-45997ffd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101263500/101263402/w800h599x0y1-eeb2af3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Des Moines, Iowa, 1320 Merle Hay Rd offers a cozy retreat. Unwind in the inviting living room and dining area or prepare a meal in the well-equipped kitchen. The comfortable queen bedroom ensures restful nights while the bathroom provides both shower and bathtub options. 2.0 ### Entire apartment 1 bathroomSleeps 41285 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 1BR Residence With Vast Backyard Discover a unique single-level rental nestled in the basement of a charming duplex. Your haven includes a welcoming living room adorned with a dining table for delightful meals. A well-equipped kitchen stands ready to satisfy your culinary desires. Rest peacefully in the bedroom graced with a comfortable queen bed. Refresh in the bathroom offering the convenience of a shower and bathtub. Welcome to your ideal Airbnb destination at 1320 Merle Hay Rd in Des Moines, Iowa! Situated in a prime location, this address offers a gateway to an array of captivating attractions and experiences that cater to tourists seeking the best of what the city has to offer. You will have access to the lower level of the home. The lower level of our home has been fully furnished to guarantee a great stay and create fun experiences in each corner. You will only have access to the lower level. The entrance is at the back of the home. Our home is equipped with tons of amenities for you and your traveling companions. We worked hard to make sure you feel right at home in a clean, comfortable, spacious, and relaxing space. Additional House Rules: No Parties No Pets No Smoking or Vaping inside the home. Put keys/key fob back in the lock box and scramble the code Lost Key - $250 Keys Left In Unit - $75 Smoking in Unit - $250 Broken or Missing item (Per Item) - $25 Early Check in 2PM - $50 Late Check Out 12NN - $50 Missing Parking Pass (if applicable) - $250 Pre-Arrival Requirements We require all guests to complete the following pre-arrival steps: 1. Read and sign the rental agreement. 2. Send us a picture of you holding your government-issued of ID. Thank you for your cooperation! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,285 square feet ## Similar properties ![Microwave, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119880000/119870100/119870082/dad959d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy 2BR Home in Central Des Moines Des Moines - Air conditioning - Microwave 6.0 2 reviews CA $84 CA $228 total includes taxes & fees Nov 29 - Nov 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=119870082&PinnedHotelID=119870082&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113250000/113245000/113244990/w1242h1242x723y0-b2228195.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU West Des Moines - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.4 Very good 5 reviews CA $146 CA $250 total includes taxes & fees Nov 29 - Nov 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=113244990&PinnedHotelID=113244990&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33260000/33259500/33259489/3078d0b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cute Condo - private heaven Clive - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 6.8 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=33259489&PinnedHotelID=33259489&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101270000/101263300/101263284/e49a81cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Chic 2BR Duplex Free Parking near Hospitals Des Moines - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 5.4 6 reviews CA $104 CA $493 total includes taxes & fees Dec 8 - Dec 9 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=101263284&PinnedHotelID=101263284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119950000/119941400/119941389/4966971c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stylish One Bedroom in Downtown Des Moines Downtown Des Moines - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=119941389&PinnedHotelID=119941389&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113680000/113678500/113678439/a34c5f2f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious & Cozy Private Basement Suite with Home Theater Johnston - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking available - Fireplace 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews CA $51 CA $167 total includes taxes & fees Nov 30 - Dec 1 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=113678439&PinnedHotelID=113678439&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112620000/112615200/112615152/9579bb57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bed, 1 bath Central DM by VA Hospital North of Drake University No Stairs. 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With Wi-Fi Des Moines - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=116360991&PinnedHotelID=116360991&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94710000/94703600/94703511/7736586f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St. Merle Hay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 45 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=94703511&PinnedHotelID=94703511&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules No Parties No Pets No Smoking or Vaping inside the home. ### 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 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 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 30a008f0-4488-4f6e-bbae-262cde1c73f4 ## 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%7C41.60294%2C-93.69803&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lVgIKTxfakU_uzAJA1FWwHyfwt8=) Des Moines, IA #### What's nearby - Waveland Municipal Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - Windsor Heights Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.8 km - Val Air Ballroom - 3 min drive - 3.1 km - Buccaneer Arena - 4 min drive - 2.5 km - Jordan Creek Town Center - 11 min drive - 12.5 km #### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Casey’s - ‬20 min walk - ‪Hy-Vee Market Grille Express - ‬2 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive - ‪Simon's - ‬14 min walk - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬18 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 1BR Residence With Vast Backyard pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at 1BR Residence With Vast Backyard? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 1BR Residence With Vast Backyard? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 1BR Residence With Vast Backyard located? > Located in Merle Hay, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Waveland Municipal Golf Course, Windsor Heights Dog Park, and Val Air Ballroom. Buccaneer Arena and Des Moines Community Playhouse are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 1BR Residence With Vast Backyard Reviews 2.0 All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 4.0 Cleanliness ### 4.0 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 2 ### 2/10 Terrible #### joe h. Aug 15, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication Disliked: Location, listing accuracy #### Unacceptable Unacceptable, below what I thought was VRBO’s standards. ##### joe h. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Conner S. Jul 14, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Filthy - no refund even though we were promised one. We arrived after a long day of travel with our two children to the place in a very unsanitary state. After just a couple minutes inside our feet were black. It was clearly not cleaned. Did not feel comfortable staying there so we contacted the manager. We sent them pictures and were given an apology and said they would refund our purchase since they had no other units available for our stay. 2 weeks later of reaching out and calling vrbo and still no answer. I don’t recommend staying here unless you’re ok with risking your health and money. ##### Conner S. 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