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Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8

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A porch with a teal swing seat, a turquoise door, and a 'WELCOME' sign.
A modern kitchen with a wooden countertop, black bar stools, and a large abstract painting on the wall.
A living room with a sofa, a round rug, a TV mounted on a wooden wall, and a window with curtains.
A kitchen with a wooden countertop, three black stools, a vase with yellow flowers, and a bowl of fruit on the windowsill.
A room with a bed, a yellow chair, and a TV on the wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Sky Glider East
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand View Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

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About the area

Des Moines

Located in Des Moines, this holiday home is in the city centre. Some of the area's popular attractions include Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Science Center of Iowa and Des Moines Civic Center are also worth visiting.
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Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sky Glider East - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Grand View Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Casey's Center - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Drake University - 7 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Bud Tent - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Depot - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Long John Silver's - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8?

As of 31 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8 on 1 November 2026 start from NZ$288, 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.

How much is parking at Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8 located?

Located in Fairground, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds and within 3 miles (5 km) of Grand View Golf Course and Sleepy Hollow Sports Park. Copper Creek Golf Course and Iowa State Capitol Building are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cute and comfortable little house, and hosts were very accessible and accomodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was great. Owner was very nice and gave us information on current attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home! Fit our needs perfect, and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for the stay. We enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved it here! The host, Jessica, was very communicative and so kind. The property was comfortable and felt like home. We also travel with our 1 year old son and the neighborhood and outdoor area was absolutely perfect for him. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, cozy home away from home! Close to all Des Moines has to offer!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great yard with a wonderful swinging campfire. Great contact with the host and very clean house with a big bathroom. Loved the shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little place, really just one bedroom, listing looked like 2 bedrooms with beds in the basement. Problematic having to pass through bathroom to get to the basement. This being the only bathroom. Oven works but knob doesn't indicate oven temperature, just have to guess.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 October 2026
Barbara- did you happen to look at any of the pics or read before you booked? (Serious question as this is all shown & stated) I’m perplexed as to how a guest’s inability to read reflects on my property’s rating……
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun and funky with a lovely yard, porch swing, and table and chairs on the porch. Clearly a work of love, and Jesse was an excellent host—thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and was just right for what we needed. The host promptly got back to me each time I messaged her and answered all my questions. The price was right and I would definitely rent this property again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home to stay in

Our stay here was very cozy. The host was very kind as well.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good place and owner

Had a great time staying in Des Moines. Host was very nice and fast responding!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was a nice little house layout was a little weird but none the less it was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay by the Fairgrounds

Property is absolutely perfect. So close to the fairgrounds and such a comfortable place. We will definitely be staying here again the next time we visit Iowa
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cozy house

Great small house. Host was great!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick Girls Night

We had a wonderful time and it was perfect for a quick girls night. Would stay here again. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable beds, close to fair, clean, and nice. Jessica, the host was a super host with immediate feedback and getting what we needed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Perfect for couples

Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and Great host

We had a wonderful stay! Jessica was a great host—very responsive and easy to communicate with. The property had plenty of space for our family of six and was in a fantastic location, just minutes from Wells Fargo Arena. Everything was as described, and the whole experience was smooth from start to finish. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

This is the cutest little house! It had everything we could possibly need. Backyard area is amazing and kept the kids entertained. House was clean and functional. Beds are comfortable! Awesome location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was wonderful. The unit was very cute and clean. We felt very welcome. The location was central to our needs. We wish we could have enjoyed the backyard more, but time did not permit. Overall, we were very pleased with our stay and host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the porch swing!

Loved the porch swing and even ordered one!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Good enough

Grandchildren enjoyed their space downstairs and enjoyed our company upstairs!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
It was interesting. There was a surprise massage bed in the basement run by a sump pump.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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