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The Draper-Spacious Mid Century Modern MCM California Ranch Home

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Interior
Interior
Lobby
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Air Lanes Bowling Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Large Single Murphy Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

The Draper-Spacious Mid Century Modern MCM California Ranch Home

The Draper is a love story. A love for architecture, a love for functional design and a love for all things mid century modern. It’s a time capsule containing all the hope and wonder of the design revolution of the mid century movement, providing a rare respite from the demands of modern living but with the comforts we now expect. This 1957 California Dream Home exudes romance, nostalgia and playfulness. The inside/outside design honors California, 5 minutes from the DSM airport & downtown DSM.

Make yourself at home in this superb 3-bedroom Des Moines retreat. With 1 king bed and 2 queen beds, this house offers a tremendous amount of space for guests to relax and unwind. Enjoy the pleasant amenities like a washing machine, WiFi, AC, and more. The 3 bathrooms are equipped with a hairdryer, bathtub, and shower for added convenience. Make your holiday one for the books with a stay at our place.

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4335514vb
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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

About the area

Des Moines

Greater South Side, a neighbourhood in Des Moines, is home to this holiday home. 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.
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Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Air Lanes Bowling Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Casey's Center - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 14 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Adventureland - 20 min drive - 25.7 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casey's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Air Lanes Bowling Center - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Draper-Spacious Mid Century Modern MCM California Ranch Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is The Draper-Spacious Mid Century Modern MCM California Ranch Home located?

Located in Greater South Side, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Blank Park Zoo, Fort Des Moines Museum and Gray’s Lake Park. Water Works Park and Lauridsen Amphitheater are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah B.

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

Weekend Visit

Perfect space to catch up with family! All the amenities!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett R.

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

family getaway

Great house --- it brings back memories of years ago. They even have the dishes in the kitchen to go with the era. There was plenty of room to spread out and a nice patio out back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tegan T.

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

An MCM Paradise!

We had a lovely stay at The Draper, the moment you walk in you are immersed in MidCentury beauty. The furniture is kept, the whole atmosphere of the house is spot on. Everything is clean and prepared for a family to stay. If I could give 8 stars, I would. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mr7arthi

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

Stunning Mid-Century Modern Home

Meghan’s home is absolutely incredible! From the moment you walk in, you feel like you’ve stepped back in time in the best way possible. Every detail is so purposeful, capturing the essence of mid-century modern design like no other. It’s truly a work of art!Not only is the home visually stunning, but it’s also incredibly comfortable and well-equipped. Meghan was a fantastic host—thoughtful, accommodating, and always ensuring we had everything we needed. My guests couldn’t stop raving about how amazing the home was throughout our entire stay!The location is also perfect—just a short drive to the airport, close to anything you might need, and only 10 minutes from downtown. If you’re looking for a unique and unforgettable stay, I highly recommend this place. You won’t regret it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 April 2025
It was our pleasure to host you! Thank you for this lovely review that made us smile, we are so happy you made great memories!

About the host

Hosted by Meghan OBrien

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We are a local real estate team with a love for design, Des Moines and hospitality!

Why they chose this property

Close to the airport and downtown, everything in DSM is 15 minutes or less!

What makes this property unique

It is like time traveling to 1957 and don’t inking from the fountain of nostalgia. The beautiful timeless design provides a soothing backdrop for any event or simply to relax.
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