Title: Charming Historic Home with Modern Comforts ~Near Drake and Downtown!! - 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 home # Charming Historic Home with Modern Comforts ~Near Drake and Downtown!! ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106220000/106212100/106212086/44a10da8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106220000/106212100/106212086/e7596916.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106220000/106212100/106212086/1555e866.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106220000/106212100/106212086/cf13b7ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106220000/106212100/106212086/9b4a5afa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood, this home offers a tranquil retreat with easy access to local attractions. Come relax with your family in the spacious 4 bedroom and enjoy game nights or unwind by the outdoor fire pit table. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 101856 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Charming Historic Home with Modern Comforts ~Near Drake and Downtown!! Step back in time and experience the unique charm of our beautifully restored vintage home. Come relax with your family in this spacious 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath and enjoy a game night with the family or relax in the outdoor space complete with a fire pit table! Nestled in a quiet, tree-lined neighborhood, this home offers a tranquil retreat with easy access to local attractions, Drake Campus and downtown excitement. Arlo security cameras with a motion activated spotlight are used to monitor both entrances to the home. One is in the upper corner of the front porch facing the door and driveway. The second is on the garage facing the back door and driveway. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Thin carpet in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Water park - Casino nearby - Theme park nearby - Winery tours nearby ### 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 - Local artist showcase - Recycling - Unit size: 1,856 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Pack n play, high chair available upon request ### 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 This property accepts cash Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Located in Drake, a neighborhood in Des Moines, this vacation home is near theme parks. 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Science Center of Iowa and Blank Park Zoo. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. [Visit our Des Moines travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Des-Moines.dx601690) [View more Vacation homes in Des Moines](https://www.expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Private-Vacation-Homes.d601690-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C41.59594%2C-93.65186&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=NDMWRbrEuW5t6ZiVpR8vu4ooDXU=) Des Moines, IA ### What's nearby - Drake University - 5 min walk - 0.4 km - Iowa Events Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 km - Hoyt Sherman Place - 3 min drive - 1.8 km - Casey's Center - 3 min drive - 3.2 km - EMC Expo Center - 3 min drive - 3.2 km ### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 18 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬11 min walk - ‪Drake Diner - ‬6 min walk - ‪Cafe Chai - ‬15 min walk - ‪Hugo’s - ‬15 min walk - ‪Lucky Horse - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming Historic Home with Modern Comforts ~Near Drake and Downtown!! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming Historic Home with Modern Comforts ~Near Drake and Downtown!!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming Historic Home with Modern Comforts ~Near Drake and Downtown!!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Charming Historic Home with Modern Comforts ~Near Drake and Downtown!! located? > This family-friendly Des Moines vacation home is located in Drake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Drake University, Hoyt Sherman Place, and The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House. Water Works Park and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park 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 ## Charming Historic Home with Modern Comforts ~Near Drake and Downtown!! Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional 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) ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location 10 - Excellent 17 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6/10 Okay #### Arin F. Jan 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Location Convenient to lots of places, great parking, communicative and nice owner. ##### Arin F. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marty Ashby Feb 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home, perfect for family We had an amazing stay at this home. Perfect to gather family for dinners and playing games. Very spacious and appreciated the off-street parking a ton!! Very comfortable stay and would highly recommend! ##### Marty Ashby Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrea H. Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easter visit Wonderful home inside and out! Loved the deck and fire pit! ##### Andrea H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenni A. May 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Graduation Weekend We stayed here during my daughter‘s college graduation weekend. Was a great home to relax, and and we also had the opportunity to host another family for dinner, which worked out very well with the beautiful patio. ##### Jenni A. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott S. Jul 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Very nice well maintained property. Very clean and well furnished ##### Scott S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kindra R. May 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### State Track Stay Great house for our whole family to stay for state track. 10 minute walk to Drake Stadium. Communication was great! ##### Kindra R. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ingrid S. Dec 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls trip We had the best time. House was lovely. Really enjoyed the fire table. House was close to everything we wanted to do in Des Moines. Definitely on our list for next time! ##### Ingrid S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hilary J. Nov 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great! Allie was very responsive and accommodating! We had a great weekend! ##### Hilary J. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristan K. Sep 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect for families or group of friends! We had a wonderful stay at this spacious home! The kitchen was well-appointed with everything we needed to cook, and the living room and bedrooms were incredibly comfortable, making it easy to relax. The outdoor living space was lovely—perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Off-street parking was a huge bonus as well. Highly recommend this home for a comfortable and relaxing getaway!” ##### Kristan K. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Yadiria M. Jul 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy spacious home! This home was beautiful, comfy, and spacious. We were there for only two nights but wish we were there longer to enjoy the patio and hot tub. Allie is amazing, super understanding, quick to respond, and a great host! I would recommend this home to anyone who wants to be i. The middle of it all but in a quiet private neighborhood. ##### Yadiria M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mark j. Mar 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### no it was good. i dont know what you want me to say. it was great? ##### mark j. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jace G. Sep 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay near Drake The property was a perfect fit for our needs. It is within walking distance to Drake. The house is beautifully restored. The back deck was a personal favorite! The owner was incredibly communicative when we had a few small requests. They were responsive and prompt! We made a few small suggestions to make it better and the owner was also receptive to that. We would stay here again! Thank you! ##### Jace G. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donavan E. Jul 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome My stay was truly delightful, marked by comfort and convenience at every turn. The place was impeccably clean, which made settling in a breeze. The spacious kitchen was a standout feature, providing ample room for cooking and enjoying meals. The cozy layout of the home added to the relaxing ambiance, making it easy to unwind after a long day. Overall, the experience was exceptional, with each aspect contributing to a wonderfully enjoyable stay. ##### Donavan E. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela M. May 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stayed for Drake Relays Great house for friends and families!! ##### Angela M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mary Claire U. Oct 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great House for Mother Soon Weekend Loved the larger kitchen where able to feed 6 college students with room to mingle and laugh ##### Mary Claire U. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura D. Sep 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Laura D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Liz U. Aug 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in ##### Liz U. 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