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1 Mi to Dtwn: 'The Rossi House' in Des Moines!

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Des Moines Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1.5BA | 7 Steps to Enter | 1,378 Sq Ft
Exterior | 2-Story Home | Front Deck
Living Room | 1st Floor | Central A/C & Heating | Free WiFi
Living area
Living area

Reviews

5.0 out of 10
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Des Moines, Iowa
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Drake University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

1 Mi to Dtwn: 'The Rossi House' in Des Moines!

Historic Home Near Highway | Smart Features | 2 Outdoor Dining Areas

Enjoy an easygoing retreat in the middle of all the action at this vacation rental in Des Moines! The 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath house is close to everything from live sports and entertainment to nature spots along the river, like the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. At the end of a jam-packed day, return home to relax on the deck, start up the grill, or gather around the fire pit. Your urban escape is just a click away!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed

INDOOR LIVING
- 3 flat-screen TVs
- Dining table
- Electric fireplace

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Patio w/ outdoor dining set
- Charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal)
- Fire pit (bring your own wood)
- Front deck w/ outdoor dining set

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, toaster
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware
- High chair, trash bags & paper towels

GENERAL
- Central heating & A/C
- Towels & linens, hair dryer, iron & board, hangers
- Free WiFi
- Keyless entry

FAQ
- 4 exterior security cameras (facing out)
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 7 steps to enter
- Full bathroom & all bedrooms on 2nd floor

PARKING
- Driveway (3 vehicles)
- Free street parking (first-come, first-served)
- RV/trailer parking allowed on street

-- THE LOCATION --

- Less than 1 mile to Iowa Events Center & Wells Fargo Arena
- Across the street from Cheatom Park: sports courts & playground
- 1 mile to Pappajohn Sculpture Park
- 2 miles to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- 6 miles to Blank Park Zoo
- 6 miles to Des Moines International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home requires 7 steps to enter. Stairs are required to access both bedrooms and the full bathroom on the 2nd floor
- The home is thoroughly inspected before each stay. A video walkthrough of the property is recorded prior to each guest’s arrival to document the condition of the home
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 Vivint security cameras. Camera 1 is a doorbell device facing the front outdoor entry, camera 2 is above the back patio door facing the backyard, camera 3 is on the side of the home facing the side yard, and camera 4 is on the front of the home facing the driveway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras continuously record video and sound

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines, a neighbourhood in Des Moines, is home to this holiday home. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Wells Fargo Arena or Iowa Events Center.
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Des Moines, Iowa

What's nearby

  • Wells Fargo Arena - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hy Vee Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Drake University - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Principal Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Fort - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bud Zone - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 Mi to Dtwn: 'The Rossi House' in Des Moines! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is 1 Mi to Dtwn: 'The Rossi House' in Des Moines! located?

Located in Downtown Des Moines, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center and Wells Fargo Arena. 801 Grand and Iowa Events Center are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

5.0
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ben E.

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

Pleasant Stay

This was a solid location, solid home. You can tell it was purchased with a quick-and-dirty turnaround as far as prepping it for VRBO-type stays.The host was responsive; the house was mostly clean; the appliances worked.This gets only four stars primarily because of a lack of light bulbs. Yes, seriously. Instead of light bulbs in the lamps in one of the bedrooms, there were click-on battery lights stuck onto where the light bulbs should go. The ceiling fan only had a bulb in only one out of three sockets.This was probably because the house doesn't have many accessible electrical outlets... but a few power strips and/or extension cords would've solved that problem.Some of the electrical outlets didn't work--all of the light switches and electrical outlets were hastily painted over and that hasn't been corrected, so some of the outlets were hard or impossible to plug into.Overall, like I said, good place to stay, but these minor inconveniences keep it from being perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

BrianandAmanda S.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disappointing

Upon arrival on Friday evening, my guests and I quickly realized that while the property initially appeared acceptable, a closer inspection revealed significant and unacceptable cleanliness issues. It became evident that the property had been staged with clean linens and amenities, but never properly cleaned following its recent purchase and superficial updates. This was not a minor issue, as one representative suggested—it was a fundamental failure to meet basic cleanliness and hygiene standards.I contacted the host immediately and was offered a quick cleaning visit, which would not have resolved the issue. This property required a deep clean by a professional team—something that should have been completed well before any guests arrived.What I found additionally troubling was the shift in focus to a birthday gathering we had mentioned. It was a quiet, small celebration involving a cake and charcuterie, not a party or event that violated the rental agreement. Suggesting otherwise, as indicated by comments from your representative and an email titled “Policy Violations Reported,” felt like an attempt to deflect from the legitimate concerns we raised about the condition of the property. I had tried to resolve this issue without leaving a bad review, but I have not heard from Vrbo or Evolve since my initial complaint was filed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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English, French, German, Spanish