[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Modern Ranch near Knapp Center, Stadium, Downtown Vacation home with kitchen, a short walk to Drake University ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91680000/91677900/91677842/w902h683x61y0-a78711f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91680000/91677900/91677842/277bdac2_edited_71b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91680000/91677900/91677842/62912b0a_edited_ba02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91680000/91677900/91677842/w904h683x60y0-1cab3621.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91680000/91677900/91677842/w526h683x258y0-9462e976.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a peaceful and safe area, this spacious 3-bedroom home offers a unique retreat. Experience the comforts of high-end living with quartz countertops, smart TVs, and fully equipped kitchen. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Modern Ranch near Knapp Center, Stadium, Downtown Centrally located this unique place has a style all its own. Spacious 3 bedroom with 4 queen beds withand lower level additional full bed and twin bed downstairs can be used as a additional sleeping place with 2 full bathrooms have experience of high end home few minutes to downtown, Drake University Stadium, Knapp Center, Airport, Sculpture Park Fully equipped kitchen with quarts counters Smart tv. Parking in front and behind the house can accommodate multiple vehicles Very peaceful and safe area Self check in The space On main level living room, kitchen. 2 bedrooms with 2 queen beds, 1 bath Lower level has second living room with full bed for additional sleeping, 3 bedroom with queen and twin beds, 1 queen bed extra downstairs , bath, washer mashine and dryer Guest access ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Basketball 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Energy-saving switches in guestrooms - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,500 square feet - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83600000/83595100/83595078/1145f5cc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lux 4-Bedroom DSM Home, Great Location! 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Owner has right to terminate contract immediately if party is detected at the property or neighbours complained. Quiet time after 10:00 PM ### 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 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 ![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%7C41.60699%2C-93.64979&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=e1M60Yjn4x5-mmbP50LqAIVHMoE=) Des Moines, IA #### What's nearby - Drake University - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Iowa Events Center - 3 min drive - 3.2 km - Casey's Center - 4 min drive - 3.6 km - EMC Expo Center - 4 min drive - 3.6 km - Hoyt Sherman Place - 4 min drive - 2.9 km #### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 26 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk - ‪Drake Diner - ‬11 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬14 min walk - ‪Lzaza Indo-Pak Cuisine - ‬6 min walk - ‪Cafe Chai - ‬15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Modern Ranch near Knapp Center, Stadium, Downtown pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Modern Ranch near Knapp Center, Stadium, Downtown? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Modern Ranch near Knapp Center, Stadium, Downtown? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Modern Ranch near Knapp Center, Stadium, Downtown located? > Located in Drake, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Drake University and Knapp Center. Broadlawns Medical Center and The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House 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 ## Modern Ranch near Knapp Center, Stadium, Downtown Reviews 9.8 ### 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) 10 - Excellent 13 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Helen G. Jul 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house in a convenient location Comfortable beds. Great to have a nice bathroom on both levels of the house. Three beds on the lower level and two bedrooms each with a queen bed on the main floor. Small but very convenient kitchen. ##### Helen G. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim H. May 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Close to Drake Wouldn't change a thing. So nice to have two levels for sleeping arrangements/restrooms ##### Tim H. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aleshia b. Apr 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend with Friends The property was clean and as described. ##### Aleshia b. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Theodore K. Jun 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice stay! Great location and cute house. Dishwasher not working but everything else was very good. We enjoyed staying there. ##### Theodore K. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly R. May 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommend House was very clean and nicely updated. Would definitely stay there again. ##### Kelly R. Stayed 1 night in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Leia T. Jun 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Girls weekend House was cute and cozy inside. Host was very accommodating. ##### Leia T. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff K. Aug 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overnight stay with friends We came into town to see a show. The house is located in a quiet neighborhood. Very clean inside. Short Uber rude to downtown. Would stay here again ##### Jeff K. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith B. Aug 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good place for good price Great house with nice updates. Seeing deer eating grass at the college behind the house was an unexpected treat. Clean inside, dishwasher included. ##### Keith B. Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura B. Apr 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location very clean You could tell the property was recently renovated. Nice finishings and extremely clean. Any questions/issues the host promptly responded to. We were visiting Drake and the location could not have been better. Felt perfectly safe and could be on campus in two minute walk. We had a party of three friends and the house suited us perfectly. ##### Laura B. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen H. May 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy and clean and met our needs Owner went out of her way to make sure that we were okay with the home after a previous tenant had a fire accident. She brought in another microwave to temporarily replace the damaged one. The home suited our needs just fine. Our only suggestion would be that we needed washcloths for main floor bath (there was only one). There seemed to be a lingering odor of pot in the house that might need to be addressed. Surprising that would be what we smelled instead of the smoke smell from the fire accident, but that didn't bother us at all. Lenora really went out of her way to try to air it out and clean what she could before we arrived and we appreciated her efforts. Our stay was just fine. Thanks, Lenora. ##### Karen H. Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jamie W. Jun 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Des Moines Competition stay Overall pleasing to excellent stay. We were a small group staying for a competition/learning experience that took place in various locations throughout Des Moines. Everything was easy to get to from the location to the places we needed (from downtown to West Des Moines, Waukee). Grocery store as well as interesting shops, restaurants and big name stores (Costco) convenient. It was nice to have 2 distinct living spaces with 2 bathrooms (upstairs has 2 rooms with bath and downstairs has 2 queens with a twin and bath). Our only issue was faulty electrical/tripped fuse? which caused lights and certain plugs to not work during our stay. We could not locate a fuse box to fix on our own and didn't contact the manager just out of time issues and we were able to manage on our own-No problem there, just our personal choice. A small preference in the future is for the check-in information to be available prior to the evening before and have clear check-out procedures (where does the garbage go? Do we need to wash towels and bedding before we leave?) We would definitely stay here again! ##### Jamie W. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carey D. Dec 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Property Just as advertised with everything needed. Good location with close proximity to all you might need. Would stay again with no hesitation. ##### Carey D. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SHERRY M. Apr 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### New listing for VRBO Nice property. Great location. Clean and comfortable. ##### SHERRY M. 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