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Quaint 4bd Home - 3 min to Adventureland & Casino!
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bathroomsSleeps 10
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Altoona, IA
- Place, Altoona Dog Park15 min walk
- Place, Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino4 min drive
- Place, Adventureland5 min drive
- Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)25 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Quaint 4bd Home - 3 min to Adventureland & Casino!
Welcome to your home away from home at this comfy and cozy 4 bedroom Altoona home!
> 3 minutes to Adventureland and Prairie Meadows! Close to new movie theater & Altoona Fashion Outlets
> 15 minutes to downtown Des Moines
> 4 bedrooms w/ 1 King and 3 queen beds
> Smart TV`s in ALL rooms & living area
> Fully equipped kitchen
> Safe, family friend neighborhood
> Outdoor fire pit area & BBQ grill on deck
> High speed wifi
> FREE parking
> Dogs allowed
> Hassle free smart lock entry
> Large Yard
This home is located in a very family friendly neighborhood in Altoona! Very close interstate 80 access for allowing quick and efficient travel. The home was recently remodeled and has a fresh and airy feel!
The home is a split level with bedrooms both up and down.
Upstairs area:
- Fully equipped kitchen ready to cook a feast!
- Spacious living room with smart TV and comfy sectional sofa (can sleep 1-2)
- Large dining table that can seat 6-7 people
- Master bedroom with King bed and smart TV
- Secondary bedroom with Queen bed and smart TV
- Primary bathroom with tub/shower stocked with toiletries
Downstairs:
- 3rd bedroom with queen bedroom and smart TV
- 4th bedroom with queen bedroom and smart TV
- Secondary bathroom with LARGE shower
- laundry room with free washer and dryer use
Outdoors:
- Off the kitchen is the deck with BBQ grill
- LARGE backyard - great for kids and dogs - FULLY FENCED IN!
- Fire pit relaxation area with hammock, zero gravity chairs and propane fire pit
The home is equipped with high speed wifi and a brand new AC/heating system!
**Note - the garage is not accessible to guests but the driveway is plenty long for parking!
Guests will access the property using a smart lock for quick and easy access. No worrying about keys! The personalized code will be sent the morning of your check in!
We strive to respond to all messages as quickly as possible! Please reach out with any questions at any time!
The home is equipped with a ring doorbell at the front door (facing the front yard) as well a camera at the back door (facing the back deck and yard) and one on the side of the house (facing the driveway) that monitors audio and video 24/7. This is solely for guests safety and we greatly respect the privacy of anyone who stays with us!
**Pet Policy**
Dogs are welcome, but they must be included in your reservation at the time of booking. To add a pet, put the number of pets in the search option next to where you select the number of guests. The pet fee will be automatically applied to your reservation when included this way. Please note, if an unregistered or unpaid pet is brought to the property, the fee will be doubled.
** ADDITIONAL FEES **
$15 per guest per night after 6 guests
$150 pet fee (Taxes and platform fees are added automatically on top of our pet fee)
By booking, you agree to all of the house rules listed below:
1. Smoking and drug use are not allowed inside the home. This includes vapes, weed, or other illegal substances. There is a $1000 fine if discovered.
2. Unruly Parties are not allowed in this property, including loud music. There is a fee of $1000 if more guests than stated are brought to the property or because of excessive noise after the first warning/ neighbor complaints. Quiet Hours: 10:00pm - 8am.
3. There is a $50 fee per guest per night for undeclared guests.
4. If an excessive mess is discovered after your stay, you will be charged accordingly on top of the standard cleaning fee.
5. A lost, missing, or damaged key or fob (if property uses keys/fobs) has a replacement cost of $75 each
6. Check-Out Policy - Standard check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is not guaranteed and may only be available if there are no same-day bookings or scheduling conflicts with our cleaning team. If you`d like to request a late check-out, please inquire the day before departure. Requests made earlier will not receive a confirmed answer until that time. A fee may apply for a late check-out.
7. Check-In Policy - Standard check-in time is 4:00 PM. Early check-in is not guaranteed and depends on same-day turnover and cleaning schedules. If you`d like to request early check-in, please reach out on the day of arrival. We are unable to confirm early check-in prior to that day. A fee may apply for early check-in.
8. Everything in the home is inventoried. We will charge for any missing or damaged items.
9. Any cleaning issues must be reported within a reasonable time of check-in so that we can help resolve any issues you may have.
10. We do not allow packages/mail to be sent to the address you’re staying at. You may deliver to a local FedEx/UPS. We cannot help you to retrieve delivered mail.
11. You are booking with a valid government-issued ID and are not engaging in fraud or identity theft.
12. There is 1 security camera pointing at the door entrance. Blocking or disconnecting this device will lead to immediate termination of your stay with no refund.
> 3 minutes to Adventureland and Prairie Meadows! Close to new movie theater & Altoona Fashion Outlets
> 15 minutes to downtown Des Moines
> 4 bedrooms w/ 1 King and 3 queen beds
> Smart TV`s in ALL rooms & living area
> Fully equipped kitchen
> Safe, family friend neighborhood
> Outdoor fire pit area & BBQ grill on deck
> High speed wifi
> FREE parking
> Dogs allowed
> Hassle free smart lock entry
> Large Yard
This home is located in a very family friendly neighborhood in Altoona! Very close interstate 80 access for allowing quick and efficient travel. The home was recently remodeled and has a fresh and airy feel!
The home is a split level with bedrooms both up and down.
Upstairs area:
- Fully equipped kitchen ready to cook a feast!
- Spacious living room with smart TV and comfy sectional sofa (can sleep 1-2)
- Large dining table that can seat 6-7 people
- Master bedroom with King bed and smart TV
- Secondary bedroom with Queen bed and smart TV
- Primary bathroom with tub/shower stocked with toiletries
Downstairs:
- 3rd bedroom with queen bedroom and smart TV
- 4th bedroom with queen bedroom and smart TV
- Secondary bathroom with LARGE shower
- laundry room with free washer and dryer use
Outdoors:
- Off the kitchen is the deck with BBQ grill
- LARGE backyard - great for kids and dogs - FULLY FENCED IN!
- Fire pit relaxation area with hammock, zero gravity chairs and propane fire pit
The home is equipped with high speed wifi and a brand new AC/heating system!
**Note - the garage is not accessible to guests but the driveway is plenty long for parking!
Guests will access the property using a smart lock for quick and easy access. No worrying about keys! The personalized code will be sent the morning of your check in!
We strive to respond to all messages as quickly as possible! Please reach out with any questions at any time!
The home is equipped with a ring doorbell at the front door (facing the front yard) as well a camera at the back door (facing the back deck and yard) and one on the side of the house (facing the driveway) that monitors audio and video 24/7. This is solely for guests safety and we greatly respect the privacy of anyone who stays with us!
**Pet Policy**
Dogs are welcome, but they must be included in your reservation at the time of booking. To add a pet, put the number of pets in the search option next to where you select the number of guests. The pet fee will be automatically applied to your reservation when included this way. Please note, if an unregistered or unpaid pet is brought to the property, the fee will be doubled.
** ADDITIONAL FEES **
$15 per guest per night after 6 guests
$150 pet fee (Taxes and platform fees are added automatically on top of our pet fee)
By booking, you agree to all of the house rules listed below:
1. Smoking and drug use are not allowed inside the home. This includes vapes, weed, or other illegal substances. There is a $1000 fine if discovered.
2. Unruly Parties are not allowed in this property, including loud music. There is a fee of $1000 if more guests than stated are brought to the property or because of excessive noise after the first warning/ neighbor complaints. Quiet Hours: 10:00pm - 8am.
3. There is a $50 fee per guest per night for undeclared guests.
4. If an excessive mess is discovered after your stay, you will be charged accordingly on top of the standard cleaning fee.
5. A lost, missing, or damaged key or fob (if property uses keys/fobs) has a replacement cost of $75 each
6. Check-Out Policy - Standard check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is not guaranteed and may only be available if there are no same-day bookings or scheduling conflicts with our cleaning team. If you`d like to request a late check-out, please inquire the day before departure. Requests made earlier will not receive a confirmed answer until that time. A fee may apply for a late check-out.
7. Check-In Policy - Standard check-in time is 4:00 PM. Early check-in is not guaranteed and depends on same-day turnover and cleaning schedules. If you`d like to request early check-in, please reach out on the day of arrival. We are unable to confirm early check-in prior to that day. A fee may apply for early check-in.
8. Everything in the home is inventoried. We will charge for any missing or damaged items.
9. Any cleaning issues must be reported within a reasonable time of check-in so that we can help resolve any issues you may have.
10. We do not allow packages/mail to be sent to the address you’re staying at. You may deliver to a local FedEx/UPS. We cannot help you to retrieve delivered mail.
11. You are booking with a valid government-issued ID and are not engaging in fraud or identity theft.
12. There is 1 security camera pointing at the door entrance. Blocking or disconnecting this device will lead to immediate termination of your stay with no refund.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Altoona
Altoona is home to this holiday home. Some of the area's popular attractions include Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Heritage Carousel of Des Moines and Des Moines Civic Center are also worth visiting.

Altoona, IA
What's nearby
- Altoona Dog Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Cinemark Altoona - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
- Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
- Adventureland - 5 min drive - 2.1 km
- Iowa State Fairgrounds - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Casey's - 4 min drive
- Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - 4 min drive
- Culver's - 4 min drive
- Texas Roadhouse - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
31 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amanda B.
7 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Amanda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good property
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandy S.
13 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay!
Sandy S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey C.
3 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in Altoona
Lindsey C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Stacey P.
3 March 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Altoona stay
Stacey P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Harry H.
1 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
nice place
Harry H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
David R.
21 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summary of stay
David R.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Charlie P.
11 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Roomy
Charlie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sonja H.
28 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a convenient location
Sonja H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Mr. X.
25 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Mr. X.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
9 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Nice!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Glenna P.
19 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding stay
Glenna P.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris K.
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Altoona - 5/16/25-5/19/25
Chris K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Roger W.
31 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house and location
Roger W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Melissa F.
21 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Great home! And great owner!
Melissa F.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
27 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Altoona
Michael P.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brad J.
19 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Brad J.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David R.
23 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 night stay
David R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Antonia J.
15 June 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Altoona
Antonia J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelley S.
8 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graduation Trip
Kelley S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
11 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas M.
3 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy Check-In & Great Communication Throughout
Nicholas M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Kathy B.
3 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A litle disappointment
Kathy B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
4/10 Poor
James M.
25 June 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
nice guy, but property not ready for prime time
James M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
About the host
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