10/10 Excellent
P S.
13 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
P S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Entire home
4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home
Family-friendly holiday home in Polk City
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Tournament Club of Iowa
- Place, Saylorville Lake
- Place, Big Creek State Park
- Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home
2 Living Areas | 2 Mi to Saylorville Lake
Gather loved ones and get ready for waterfront adventures when you stay at this charming vacation rental in Polk City! Head to Big Creek State Park and relax on the man-made beach, rent a boat, or let the kids run around on the big wooden playground. As the day winds down, return to the 4-bedroom, 2-bath home and fire up the grill while the rest of your crew enjoys a game of foosball. Your memorable Iowa retreat awaits!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 twin bunk bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib
HOME HIGHLIGHTS
- 2 Smart TVs
- Foosball table
- Dining table
- Ceiling fans
- Deck w/ grill & seating
- Fenced backyard
KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Microwave, toaster
- Drip coffee maker (starter coffee & filters provided)
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware
- Trash bags/paper towels
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central air conditioning/heat
- Linens/towels
- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board
- Keyless entry
ACCESSIBILITY
- Multi-level home, stairs required to access
PARKING
- Driveway (1 vehicle)
-- THE LOCATION --
- Less than 1 mile to Downtown Polk City & Tournament Club of Iowa
- 13 miles to High Trestle Trail Bridge
- 16 miles to Downtown Des Moines
- 29 miles to Blank Park Zoo
- 28 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 18 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This multi-level home requires interior stairs to access
Gather loved ones and get ready for waterfront adventures when you stay at this charming vacation rental in Polk City! Head to Big Creek State Park and relax on the man-made beach, rent a boat, or let the kids run around on the big wooden playground. As the day winds down, return to the 4-bedroom, 2-bath home and fire up the grill while the rest of your crew enjoys a game of foosball. Your memorable Iowa retreat awaits!
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 twin bunk bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 queen bed
- Additional Sleeping: 1 portable crib
HOME HIGHLIGHTS
- 2 Smart TVs
- Foosball table
- Dining table
- Ceiling fans
- Deck w/ grill & seating
- Fenced backyard
KITCHEN
- Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher
- Microwave, toaster
- Drip coffee maker (starter coffee & filters provided)
- Cooking basics, dishware/flatware
- Trash bags/paper towels
GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central air conditioning/heat
- Linens/towels
- Washer/dryer, laundry detergent, iron/board
- Keyless entry
ACCESSIBILITY
- Multi-level home, stairs required to access
PARKING
- Driveway (1 vehicle)
-- THE LOCATION --
- Less than 1 mile to Downtown Polk City & Tournament Club of Iowa
- 13 miles to High Trestle Trail Bridge
- 16 miles to Downtown Des Moines
- 29 miles to Blank Park Zoo
- 28 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 18 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This multi-level home requires interior stairs to access
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Polk City
Polk City is home to this holiday home. Big Creek Historical Museum and Ankeny Art Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park and Pole Position Raceway. Travelling with kids? Consider Trailhead Park and Arboretum and Pump It Up.
Polk City, IA
What's nearby
- Tournament Club of Iowa - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Saylorville Lake - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
- Big Creek State Park - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
- Des Moines Area Community College - 15 min drive - 15.0 km
- Drake University - 28 min drive - 28.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store - 11 min drive
- Casey's - 10 min drive
- McDonald's - 12 min drive
- Ziggi's Coffee - 12 min drive
- Casey's - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
10/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Paula P.
6 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paula P.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
About the host
Hosted by Evolve
Languages:
English, French, German, Spanish
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