Welcome to our 6-bedroom German-Tudor home, nestled on a 2.5-acre wooded lot just off Interstate-235. Ideal for accommodating family & friend groups, business teams, as well as solo travelers seeking comfort and tranquility.
The house is centrally located in the metro area, 10 minutes from downtown Des Moines to the east, and 10 minutes from West Des Moines to the west.
The house is located adjacent to the Walnut Creek Trail, offering miles of biking, jogging, and walking trails.
The space LEVEL 1: - Game room - Bathroom with Shower.
LEVEL 2: - Family Room with Large TV - 2 Car Garage
LEVEL 3: - Large Kitchen - Dining Room with seating for 12 - Sunken Living Room (3 steps down) with Large TV and beautiful bay window. - Study with board games - Laundry with washer and dryer - Half Bath
LEVEL 4: - Master bedroom with queen bed and own bathroom - Bedroom with queen bed - Bedroom with queen bed - Shared bathroom
LEVEL 5: - Bedroom with queen bed and convertible seat/bed. - Bedroom with queen bed and futon - Shared bathroom
LEVEL 6: - Attic bedroom with queen bed and... - Lounge area with fold down sofa bed and... - own bathroom
BACK YARD - Fenced with outdoor table with seating for 6. * Extra folding chairs are stored in the level 1 game room.
FRONT YARD - Extends down to the bike/walk/jog trail
Guest access You will have access to all 6 levels of the house, the front and the fenced back yard.
ACCESSIBILITY: You will have access to all levels. Stairs connect the different levels. The living spaces are spread over 6 main levels separated by short flights of stairs. Please reference the Overall Layout Photo. The main level (Level 3) is accessible without the use of stairs and has the kitchen, dining room, half bath. However, the Level 3 Living Room is lower than the dining room by 3 steps. (Review photos). The living room can be accessed through the study/game room door to avoid the use of stairs. Access to the bedrooms requires the use of 8 steps between Level 3 and Level 4 for access to 3 bedrooms. Additional steps separate the bedrooms on Level 5 and Level 6.
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If damage occurs beyond normal wear and tear, please inform the hosts about it as soon as possible
No food or drinks in bedrooms
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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
About the area
Des Moines
Located in Waterbury, a neighbourhood in Des Moines, this holiday home is 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Clive Aquatic Center, or check out an event or a game at Casey's Center. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 18 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 3 min drive
Casey's General Store - 7 min walk
McDonald's - 11 min walk
Wendy's - 9 min walk
Jimmy John's - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres on 21 September 2026 start from NZ$968, 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 Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Our Family Retreat on 2.5 acres located?
This family-friendly Des Moines holiday home is located in Waterbury, within 1 mi (2 km) of Val Air Ballroom and Valley Junction. Water Works Park and Waveland Municipal Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Ideal for an extended family gathering! Everything that you might need has been thought of: game room, big TVs, Vulcan range to cook for 14, dining room table for UNO/Pizza/organizing photographs, laundry, Mesh wifi.
Nice, big house with plenty of space for all of us. Loved the big kitchen and lots of bathrooms. Only thing I would recommend is a shelf or some kind of storage in the attic bathroom.
Great stay! House is very large, providing lots of different spaces for people to watch tv, play games, socialize, etc. outdoor space is amazing when weather is good.
Thank you so much for providing your property for our company retreat and planning session. It was a great set-up for adults to have both privacy and community easily.
It was great. The house was clean and cozy. The host was very helpful . I would definitely stay there again.
Connie S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Dana M.
12 July 2025
The house suited our needs for a gathering of five couples for 3 nights. We liked the convenient location. Overall, I was disappointed in our stay. The cleanliness was questionable.
5 siblings and spouses plus our parents for their 60th anniversary for 3 nights. A very accommodating place! We brought food for most of our meals. Plenty of space to enjoy ourselves! Quiet neighborhood. I highly recommend this property!
Six classmates enjoyed our stay together, choosing this home over hotel options. It proved to be a great choice. All of our questions and concerns were quickly addressed to our satisfaction. Highly recommend for large families or groups of friends.
Thank you for hosting. Only comments I would have is the upstairs shower and window cill had some bugs dead and alive in it . Window nook in living room did too. Just mention it to the cleaners to get those disposed of. And I looked into the “splinter” I mentioned yesterday, it’s actually a nail in floor that’s head is popped up. It’s straight in when you walk in door about 3/4 of the way to the first hallway ip to kitchen. Thanks again!
Had a wonderful stay meeting up with old college friends and their children! So much room in the house- the fenced in backyard was ideal for keeping track of kids and toddlers. We were within 5 mins of everything we needed and even ended up staying in a night instead of going out to eat because of how convient the house was. Would absolutely stay again.
Additionally host was very responsive to any and all questions.
This location was absolutely perfect to stay during state track. a 5-minute drive to Drake University made this location so desirable.
Centrally located in Des Moines we had a lot of options for dining during our down time. The house is very spacious and gave us all our own space to relax after the track sessions.
The younger kids absolutely loved the game room in the basement.
Joni K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May 2024
Thank you for staying with us. Looking forward to hosting you again in the future.
Convenient location and adjacent to biking and walking path. Lots of family room space and we had fun in the game room. Large yard in back. Multi levels of bedrooms and baths worked great for our group of 7. Most bathrooms have walkin tub with showers. Not my favorite. The house was missing some needed kitchen and cleaning basics. For our group it was a great fit.
My family and extended family stayed here for a few days for the Iowa State fair. There were three adults and five kids and there was plenty of space for all! The kids love the upstairs room where they could hang out by themselves or game room downstairs. Two living rooms were both nice for all to relax at the end of the night. Location was in between State Fair and Jordan Creek both places we visited. Restaurants, bars and groceries are very close by! House is on busy road with entrance directly off the road so just have to be patient entering and exiting. Definitely would stay here again!! You won’t be disappointed!
For the 25th year we have brought our fantasy football league together to enjoy a fantastic weekend of fellowship and pigskin. This year we decided to head to the midwest as a rallying point. We found this property and hoped for the best in finding a place with a lot of bedrooms, bathrooms and living space. The Waterbury property checked those boxes and more. You never know what you are getting until you arrive but one step inside the house answered those questions. The house was exactly as depicted on the website though we weren't sure what that was going to be with 6 levels. But not only were we pleased beyond expectations, this is the coolest house any of us had seen in awhile. It is spacious beyond our hopes and dreams and we will definitely be returning. Do you have a big group get together coming up.....then this is your location. Book it now.
Joseph H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Acacia Manager
The home is owned by siblings who would love to share the delightful space with other families and friends, to make lasting memories.
Why they chose this property
It's a lovely house close to everything, and right by the Des Moines network of bike trails.
What makes this property unique
Lots of space, including separate hangout areas that allows families to spread out or spend time together.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests