NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL!

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A room with a retro arcade machine, a small potted plant, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, microwave, and a dining area with a glass table and chairs.
A bedroom with two beds, a bench, and a chair.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a grey armchair, and a large abstract painting.
A room with a ping pong table, chairs, a small table with a red chair, and artwork on the walls.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Merle Hay Mall
Sleeps 174 bedrooms6 beds

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Urbandale, IA
  • Place, Merle Hay Mall
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Buccaneer Arena
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL!

*This is offered by Precision Properties*
This is a unique home in the Des Moines area. It is meant as a destination- with enough to keep you entertained for your whole stay, no need to find fun elsewhere. Everything is here for you to cook and to have fun. This saves you and your group time and money! This home is also fully decorated to make it feel homey. We do the extras to make your stay better!
The Aurora is the house for family and group entertaining. You can enjoy the large open living room the flows into the contemporary dining room that formally seats eight. The kitchen has been completely remodeled with new appliances, outfitted for your baking, cooking, and grilling desires. The Aurora comes with super comfy beds, luxury linens and towels, board games, a vast array of complimentary toiletries, washer and dryer with soap and softener, 2 tv viewing areas, and a coffee station.... basically, anything we think you might need to enjoy your stay. You can enjoy grilling on the patio set up for outdoor eating then enjoy the party room- including more seating and another table for 4.
The party room includes bar, serving area for food (or to put presents on), ping pong table, a 75" tv, SKEE BALL, and a 4-player stand up video game with over 4,000 preloaded arcade games!!! Video games include- Golden Tee 2022, Silver Strike, and nearly every game from Play Station, Nintendo, Dreamcast, Sega, Atari, etc... Come play your childhood favorites like Hydro Thunder, Tapper, Q Bert, Tron, Dig Dug, Pac Man, Sonic, Donkey Kong, Mortal Combat, Super Mario... and the list just goes on!
We have the place stocked with board games for kids and adults, puzzles, and plenty to keep your group entertained, or just kick back on one of the couches or over-sized recliners and enjoy some much needed relaxation. BONUS- WE HAVE AN APARTMENT COMPLEX 10 MINUTES AWAY. THERE YOU CAN USE THE INDOOR POOL OR OUTDOOR POOL AND TWO-LEVEL CLUBHOUSE WITH GYM, SAUNA, ETC.. The Aurora is also very centrally located and within minutes of Saylorville Lake, numerous restaurants, bars, and activities. 5 minutes from access to I80 and 8 minutes to I-235.

***Please note there are three extra queen deluxe blow up mattresses in addition to the beds listed. These beds are included in the 17 person capacity. There are spaces to put these beds without them being in the way if you need to use them. There are also comfy comforters pillows and sheets for these beds as well.

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About Your Host-
I love to make people happy and that exactly what my properties are designed for. I'm a landlord by trade. I have apartment complexes and rental homes. Then six years ago I created my first vacation rental property, and it grew from there. I offer vacation rentals because it's fun! Making sure groups are set up to have a blast is a challenge that I find very rewarding. I take this seriously. Being a big kid at heart, I make it my mission to deliver the fun for kids- also being one who appreciates nice things, I deliver comfort and attention to detail for the adults. I truly desire for you to have the most fun and relaxation as possible, and with the fewest hassles as well. That is why we put in so much effort before you get there. We provide and offer many things that set us apart. Things like super comfy beds, awesome fluffy towels, mints, coffee, toothpaste and toothbrushes, luxurious body care products, personal care products, make-up removing towelettes, and others as well. I hope to get to take care of you and your crew soon! May you have and awesome trip wherever you stay...and may God bless you. Sincerely ~Steven

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Club style house parties NOT ALLOWED!
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
There is a one-time $99 fee for pets.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside only.
10 guests included. $29 per person/ per night (2 years old and older) for additional overnight guests.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2782765vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Club style house parties NOT ALLOWED!
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
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

Urbandale

Located in Urbandale, this holiday home is near theme parks and near a water park. 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? See what's going on at Principal Park or Casey's Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours, power boating and golfing.
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Urbandale, IA

What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Buccaneer Arena - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Drake University - 9 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Casey's Center - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 14 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Flix Brewhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL!?

As of 3 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL! on 7 December 2026 start from NZ$808, including 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 for more accurate prices.

Is NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOL. WE HAVE IT ALL! located?

This family-friendly Urbandale holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Merle Hay Mall and Buccaneer Arena. Pump It Up and Living History Farms are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

megan p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our second time staying here with several families traveling to Iowa for our daughter’s softball tournaments, we always enjoy staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were extremely impressed with how clean the house was. It fit our family’s needs perfectly for our time in Iowa.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Travis J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was great to work with-- quick to reply and very helpful. We had a lot of fun with the family here and the pool was great too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the amenities plentiful. It was a pleasure to work with you and address your needs quickly. You're always welcome back, and we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Great owners. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you for your rating and review as we strive for excellence in providing for our guests. We'd love to welcome you back anytime. Thank you for booking with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

kevin s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2026
Thank you Kevin for you rating and review. We are glad you found our house to be a nice place to stay. We would love to welcome you back. Thank you for choosing us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great host and great amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you for your rating and review. We would like to welcome you back anytime. Thank you for booking with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jared K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house had a lot of space for our large group. The garage was great. The ping pong table was a hit and there was a lot of space.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We are so happy to hear you had a great time at our house! It’s awesome that the game room was a hit and that there were abundant sleeping spaces for your group. We're thrilled to know it was the perfect spot for your everyone to come together and we'd love to welcome you back for more fun in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jen E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home, clean, entertainment room very fun. Hosts were very good about responding to questions Would recommend staying here
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you so much for your rating, review and the for choosing to stay at our home. We are thrilled everything was clean and that you're group found the game area enjoyable. We would love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Location
This place is awesome! Had two families in town for a softball tournament. Plenty of room for all the girls and have 2 laundries was sweet. Will definitely come back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you for your wonderful rating and review! We are so glad all the softball girls and the parents all had a great time and that there was plenty of room for everyone. It’s awesome to hear you enjoyed our extra amenities. We'd love to welcome you back for more unforgettable moments!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christian V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and the instructions were clear. It was the perfect space for our group to relax and have fun!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
We’re thrilled to hear that our home was clean and was the perfect spot for your group to create wonderful memories. It’s our goal to ensure every guest has a comfortable and seamless experience. We’d be absolutely thrilled to have you back—come stay with us again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Place was fine few small things, recliner doesn’t fold back down.Pool is in apartment complex farther than you think, we drove didn’t feel comfortable.Garage is game room, we were 6 guys golfing and driving to Casino at night we sat in garage and played cards in basement. Enjoyed that.HVAC works enough hot water for 6 guys showering.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you for your feedback Jeff. We have removed the recliner. Thank you for letting us know it was broken. We strive for excellence and we are glad your group enjoyed the amenities. The pool is approximately 10 minutes away from the house and is in a very safe neighborhood. We'd like to welcome you back. Thank you for booking with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as expected
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you for your rating and review. We are so happy that our home met all of your expectations. Thank you for booking with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication lots of amenities. We were very happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 January 2026
Thank you so much for your rating and review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our place. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we are so glad we could provide a comfortable and memorable experience. We’d love to welcome you back anytime—thank you for choosing us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arika R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the stay just wish the pool was on site, overall no complaints
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
This is an older home in an established, older community that has been remodeled. I wouldn’t say it’s a “new remodel” like the title says as there were quite a few areas that are already showing wear and tear. It has 3 floors (basement, ground floor, and 2nd floor). While the basement was very cool, the air conditioner struggled to keep the upstairs cooled off, especially the wood paneled room that doesn’t have a ceiling fan. Granted, we rented this home in July and it has been an extremely hot few weeks, so undoubtedly this wouldn’t be a problem during cooler months. The owner was very responsive to my message about the AC and had someone out to look at it, as well as purchased a fan for the paneled room, within a couple of hours!Here are some quick takeaways…Pros:-the beds are very comfortable and plentiful-the kids loved the game room-there are 2 washers and 2 dryers-plenty of seating, including a comfortable sectional that most of us fell asleep on at one point or another-ping pong!Cons:-it takes quite a while to cool off the upstairs in the summer and you can’t set the thermostat below 68-the bathrooms are small, with one of the showers being in the basement-skeeball machine is older and doesn’t keep score correctly, and the arcade is glitchy-there was a mouse in the basement shower room
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you allowing us the opportunity to respond to your needs quickly as we strive for excellence with all of our guests. We are glad you and your guests found the beds to be comfortable and the game room enjoyable. Thank you for allowing us to host you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacob F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property with a ton of amenities! Everything we needed was there and easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2025
Thank you for staying at our house. We are thrilled you found the amenities plentiful and enjoyed your stay. You're always welcome back, and we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
It was a great weekend gateway for our extended family. House was perfect! Bathroom situation was weird. Half bath has plumbing issues and had to plunge a few times.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2026
Thank you for your feedback! We are glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed your stay at our place. It was a pleasure hosting you. We apologize for the bathroom situation as this is not how we operate, and had we been told about it, we would have come right away and fixed the issue. We’d love to welcome you back. Thank you for choosing us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool spot in Des Moines!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Staci S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stephen was really great to work with. Fantastic communication throughout even when we had to request modifications.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2025
Thank you so much for your rating and review. It was a pleasure to work with you and address your needs quickly. You're always welcome back, and we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JonNeitzell

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

Good for a group

Very nice place, great size for our work team in town for training.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had such a great time at this Urbandale home! The location made it easy to get to downtown Des Moines and but the neighborhood was peaceful. The game room was a huge hit with the kids (and the adults, too!)—we spent hours playing together. The kitchen was well stocked, which made meal times simple, and the bathrooms had everything we needed and were v@clean. It really felt like a home away from home, and we appreciated all the thoughtful touches.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 January 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review—it's guests like you who make hosting such a joy! We're thrilled your family enjoyed the game room, and all the little extras like those bonus toiletries. It was our pleasure to ensure everything was just right—we welcome you back soon for more family fun and memorable adventures.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany M.

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

Wedding party

Plenty of room and great location for our wedding party to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2025
We are glad you had plenty of room and enjoyed the location for your wedding party. Thank you for booking with us.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AEI T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A group of art teachers stayed here for a night after professional development. The living room was large and we could all hang out. The game room had ample space and things to do.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Great stay

It was a nice, clean house. The garage hangout was the best part.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber R.

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

Just as described

Our large family had a great stay here! There was something for everyone to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Steven Koethe

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I love to make people happy and that exactly what my properties are designed for. I'm a landlord by trade and have vacation rentals as well for 6 years, so everything is maintained to professional standards. I truly desire for you to have the most fun and relaxation as possible with the fewest hassles possible. That is why we put in so much effort before you even show up to ensure the property is ready to perform for you when you arrive. I have paid attention to so many details to make your stay awesome. Everything from super comfy beds to awesome towels, to providing mints and even face wipes. :) I hope to get to take care of you and your crew soon! May you have and awesome trip wherever you stay...and may God bless you, richly! - Honestly and Sincerely~ Steven

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