[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/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/104727a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&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) | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/b3a580e7.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) - 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 1,005 reviews CA $146 CA $163 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&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 521 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 5.6 620 reviews CA $99 CA $111 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - Oct 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&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 1,004 reviews CA $82 CA $92 total includes taxes & fees Oct 19 - Oct 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&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 792 reviews CA $125 CA $140 total includes taxes & fees Oct 20 - Oct 21 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-20&endDate=2025-10-21&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 ![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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