[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown Family-friendly vacation home in Windsor Heights with a water park ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/109000000/108998200/108998176/bf9f7f27.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/109000000/108998200/108998176/d50a6d28.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/109000000/108998200/108998176/3a6875d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/109000000/108998200/108998176/0e55b296.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/109000000/108998200/108998176/12a1a3c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located in the heart of Windsor Heights, The Love Shack offers a tranquil retreat perfect for family gatherings or group stays. Unwind in one of three bathrooms, complete with a jetted bathtub and walk-in shower, or enjoy outdoor dining under the pergola with BBQ grill. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathrooms3000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - 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. ### The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown Located in the safe, vibrant neighborhood of Windsor Heights, our expansive 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom oasis offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and fun. Whether you're planning a family gathering or group stay, The Love Shack is a true home away from home. Step into this family-friendly retreat featuring two cozy living rooms, comfortable queen and king beds, and plenty of space to relax. The home is packed with amenities to make your stay seamless, including air conditioning, heating, high-speed WiFi, a washer and dryer, hairdryer, and iron. For ultimate relaxation, unwind in one of our three bathrooms, complete with a jetted bathtub and walk-in shower. Outdoors, enjoy our BBQ grill under the pergola — perfect for outdoor dining and hanging out in the fresh air. The backyard is a little haven, filled with native plants and room to roam. The lower level offers even more fun with a kitchenette, dartboard, and a costume closet for the perfect photo-op! Conveniently located just 10 minutes from downtown Des Moines, you can enjoy the best of both worlds — peaceful suburban living with easy access to the city’s top attractions. We’re always happy to assist with any questions during your stay. Book your stay at The Love Shack for an unforgettable family-friendly getaway! ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### 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 ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks 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 - Garden - Unit size: 3,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33490000/33489500/33489465/1a2aa19f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Walnut Place a Charming Home in Historic Valley Junction area of West Des Moines West Des Moines - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 180 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=33489465&PinnedHotelID=33489465&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91740000/91731000/91730930/cfbdd00a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SO MUCH FUN! 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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 A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as orp5b6a02cx ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=41.61076,-93.71297&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:i%7E%7E%7CF%60i%7EzP%3FU%3FU%3FS%3FS%40U%40S%40U%40S%40SBU%40S%40SBSBUBSBSBSBUDQDSBSDQDSDSFQDSFQDSFQFQFQFQFQFQHOHQFOHOHQHOHOHMHOJOHMJOHMJMJMJMJKLMJKJMJKLKJKLILKJILILILILILGLINELILGLGNELENGLENCLENCNELCNANCNALCNCN%3FNALANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%40N%3FNBNBL%40NBN%40NBLDNBLDNDNBLFNDLFLDLFNHLDLHLFLHLHLHLHLJJHLHJJLLJHLLJJJLJJJLJLJLJLHNJLHNHNHLJNHNFPHNHNFPHNFPFPFPHPDPFPFRDPDRFPDRDRDPBRDRDPBTBRBRBRBTBR%40RBR%40T%40R%40R%40T%40R%40T%3FR%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FR%3FTARARATATAPATCRATCRCRCRCRCRCTERERCPERERERGPEPERGPGPEPIPGRGNGPINGPINIPGNINKNINILINKNILKLKNKLKJKLKJKLMJKJMJKJMHKJMHMHMJMFMHMFMHMFOFMFMDMFODMFOBODMDODMBOBOBO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%3FM%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAO%3FOAOCMAOCOAOCMCOCOEMEOCMEOGMEOEMGMGMGOGMIMGMIMGMKMIKIMKMIKKMIKMKKKMMKKMKKKMKOIMKMIOKOIMIOIOIOIOIQGOIQIOGQGOGSGQGQGQEQGSEQGQESESESCQESESCUCSCSCSCSCSAUASCUAQAUAUASAS%3FU%3FS%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xCzacXHHEdXqgGNxSWVy5GTSQNs=) Windsor Heights, IA #### What's nearby - Merle Hay Mall - 4 min drive - 2.4 km - Val Air Ballroom - 5 min drive - 4.9 km - Drake University - 7 min drive - 5.2 km - Iowa Events Center - 9 min drive - 10.4 km - Casey's Center - 10 min drive - 10.8 km #### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Casey’s - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬18 min walk - ‪Wasabi Urbandale - ‬6 min walk - ‪Simon's - ‬13 min walk - ‪El Michoacano - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### How much does it cost to stay at The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown? > As of Oct 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown on Oct 6, 2025 start from CA $223.23, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Des-Moines-Hotels-The-Love-Shack-Spacious-Family-Getaway.h108998176.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown located? > This family-friendly Windsor Heights vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Buccaneer Arena and Merle Hay Mall. Valley West Mall and Waveland Municipal Golf Course 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 ## The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown Reviews 10 ### 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 ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron C. Mar 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wedding Central Great house for our family to stay and gather between weddings events! Easy to get to and had lots of space to hang out. ##### Aaron C. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul S. Jun 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home! We enjoyed our stay at the "Love Shack". My family and I traveled to Des Moines for a fastpitch softball tournament. We enjoyed our stay. The tournament was hot but the air conditioner was cold and felt great when we arrived. Everything was exactly as described. The dow stairs area was a very cool place to hang out. We would definitely stay here again if we are ever back in the area. ##### Paul S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob A. May 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun place to stay close to Drake and Downtown This house is ridiculous, but in a good and fun way. We were in town with family to celebrate our daughter's graduation from Drake and this house was an excellent fit for our group. We only had seven people, but there is easily room to sleep 10 comfortably. We didn't use the kitchen, but the dining room table was great for a game of Five Crowns and we played a few games of darts in the game room downstairs.Location wise, it was a quick and easy drive from the house to both Drake and downtown Des Moines. West Des Moines was easy to get to as well.Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again if we are back with a large group. ##### Rob A. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025