Title: The Blue Haven - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca

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# The Blue Haven

## Photo gallery for The Blue Haven

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Blue Haven (Urbandale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120250000/120242400/120242394/c6f93ce6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![Smart TV, fireplace - The Blue Haven (Urbandale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120250000/120242400/120242394/7d25530e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Terrace/patio - The Blue Haven (Urbandale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120250000/120242400/120242394/44d00382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - The Blue Haven (Urbandale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120250000/120242400/120242394/3de76595.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Blue Haven (Urbandale)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120250000/120242400/120242394/65c91d30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 The Blue Haven provides amenities like an arcade/game room and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- 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.

### The Blue Haven

Welcome to The Blue Haven! A spacious Urbandale retreat just minutes from downtown Des Moines and Jordan Creek Mall. Sleeping up to 12, this home features a fully stocked kitchen, covered deck and an entertainer’s basement complete with a wet bar, pool table, and ping-pong tables, plus a theater-style reclining sectional. Perfect for family getaways, celebrations, or group trips with easy access to dining, shopping, and fun nearby!

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the house: Free WiFi

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 3 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Fireplace

### Entertainment

- Smart TV

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- Pet friendly
- One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Things to do

- Arcade/game room

### 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)

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

### Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

### Pets

Pets allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

### 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

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

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

Waukee is home to this vacation home. Jordan House and Valley Junction are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Kinship Brewing Company and Pump It Up. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Buccaneer Arena or Valley Stadium. [Visit our Waukee travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Waukee.dx6346362)

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Urbandale, IA

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Jordan Creek Town Center  
14 min drive \- 11.6 km
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Iowa State Fairgrounds  
28 min drive \- 38.5 km
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Iowa State University  
48 min drive \- 74.0 km
- Walnut Creek Hills Park  
3 min drive \- 2.5 km
- Casey's Center  
22 min drive \- 31.2 km

### Getting around

- Des Moines International Airport (DSM)  
31 min drive

### Restaurants

- Hy-Vee Market Grille Express  
5 min drive
- McDonald's  
6 min drive
- Casey's  
5 min drive
- Casey's General Store  
4 min drive
- Culver's  
6 min drive

## Frequently asked questions

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### What time is check-in at The Blue Haven?

### What time is check-out at The Blue Haven?

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## The Blue Haven Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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10 - Excellent

2

8 - Good

0

6 - Okay

0

4 - Poor

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2 - Terrible

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 10

Location

## Reviews

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Verified traveller

Nov 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The house, location and host made our stay perfect Thank you!

##### Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Emily T.

Nov 17, 2025

##### Emily T.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

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