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A kitchen with a black countertop, three gold wire-frame bar stools, and hanging pendant lights.
A dining area with a wooden table, black chairs, a colorful rug, and a red cabinet.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a view of the city.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a green armchair.
A modern living room with a wooden floor, a brown leather sofa, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a kitchen area with a bar counter.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Des Moines Art Center
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Des Moines Art Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Val Air Ballroom
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Salisbury House
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Waterbury Bungalow

Enjoy a peaceful stay at this 2-bedroom bungalow in Des Moines. The bedrooms feature a king bed, a futon, a full bed, and an air-mattress ensuring a comfortable night's sleep for all guests. With amenities like WiFi, smart TV, a washing & dryer, and a great outdoor space -- your stay will be both enjoyable and convenient. The property also includes 1.5 bathrooms with all essentials provided.

Just minutes away from local attractions, dining and shops. Guests love the cozy neighborhood, perfect for unwinding or exploring the best of Des Moines.

We look forward to welcoming you to our place soon.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$75 per dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4299847vb
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: 10
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Des Moines

Located in Waterbury, a neighbourhood in Des Moines, this holiday home is near theme parks. 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 Iowa Events Center or Casey's Center. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with cycling.
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Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Art Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Des Moines Community Playhouse - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Val Air Ballroom - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Salisbury House - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Waveland Municipal Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Either/Or - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Mie Bakery & Restaurant - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterbury Bungalow pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Waterbury Bungalow?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Waterbury Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterbury Bungalow?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterbury Bungalow located?

Located in Waterbury, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Des Moines Art Center, Des Moines Community Playhouse and Waveland Municipal Golf Course. Salisbury House and Val Air Ballroom are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and enjoyed walking our dog in the neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So cute and in a quiet, lovely neighborhood. Exactly what we needed for a moms and daughters weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent!

The bed is super comfortable, perfect location for our stay, loved the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 January 2025
Thanks Katherine. Come back any time!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this property is fantastic. The home is in a quaint neighborhood. The kitchen is well stocked, The beds could use a refresh as well as the bedding and the bathtub is very difficult to stand in because the sides of the tub are slanted inward. There are some small details missed, like plug-ins and nightstands.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

This was the most inviting place ever. The neighborhood is beautiful, the house was cozy and clean, and the host was amazing. We would stay here every time when in town if we could!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best stay ever!!

This was the perfect place for us to stay when we came to Iowa. We had never stayed here before and we had no idea where we wanted to go, but this bungalow was so ideal and perfect for our little weekend trip.U
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay in this quaint, cozy bungalow!! The location was perfect, in a safe, quiet neighborhood. After an unexpected 8” of snow, the driveway and sidewalks were cleared by 5:00 am. The communication with the host was excellent! We would definitely stay again, & I have family in the area, who will consider for their visitors.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Will be back!

Such a lovely property, we have made this place our family go to when we visit Des Moines from Toronto. Love the style, super cosy and warm when it is crazy cold outside. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect fit!

The place was very clean and had just the right amount of space. In a quiet and very safe feeling neighborhood. Very well heated for -13 degree temperature. We were kept nice and cozy. Very nice for our first experience booking on vrbo.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a lovely house and neighborhood. Great for walking. The house could use some more cutlery and pans, and more lighting in the kitchen, but we managed fine with what we had and would definitely stay here again should we ever return to Des Moines.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026

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