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Modern Townhome with Skyline Views, Heated Balcony & Curated Art in Downtown DSM

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Living area
Miscellaneous
Interior
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Principal Park
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Principal Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Des Moines Civic Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Modern Townhome with Skyline Views, Heated Balcony & Curated Art in Downtown DSM

Welcome to your perfect city retreat. With stunning skyline views from the heated balcony, a cozy fireplace, and a rotating gallery of art, this modern townhome is all about comfort and style.

Just minutes from Principal Park, the soccer stadium, and Des Moines’ best restaurants, you’ll have everything you need for work, play, or just relaxing. Two chic bedrooms, a stylish bar, and thoughtful touches make this the ultimate spot to stay.

Come experience Des Moines in a whole new way.

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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
No loud noises after 10:00pm.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Close all blinds in all rooms.
Make sure both refrigerator doors are shut all the way.
Turn the heat down to 65 and air conditioning to 75.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4384700vb
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: 25
Note from host: No loud noises after 10:00pm.
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

Indianola Hills, 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 while in town? See what's happening at Casey's Center or Principal Park.
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Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • Principal Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Des Moines Civic Center - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Casey's Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Angry Goldfish Pub & Eatery - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Confluence Brewing Company - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Mad Meatball - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Baratta's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪El Bait Shop - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Townhome with Skyline Views, Heated Balcony & Curated Art in Downtown DSM pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Modern Townhome with Skyline Views, Heated Balcony & Curated Art in Downtown DSM?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Modern Townhome with Skyline Views, Heated Balcony & Curated Art in Downtown DSM located?

Located in Indianola Hills, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Principal Park and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Casey's Center. Polk County Courthouse and Science Center of Iowa are also within 1 mile (2 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 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! The property was very clean, and located close to downtown. The beds were very comfortable, and communication with the host was easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A great spot! Close to downtown Des Moines, clean, comfortable. The garage is tight for two cars, but we made it work. Otherwise, no complaints.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! We came up for a girls weekend for the Des Moines Women’s half marathon. Great location—easy to get to the race for the packet pick up and race morning. The host was prompt with our questions. The overall condo was very clean, beds were very comfy with extra pillows. And allowing us to have a late check out on Sunday was fantastic! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

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

Amazing stay!!

We had a great stay! The house was beautiful, very clean, and check-in and checkout instructions were very simple and clear! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review!! I would love to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anna k.

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

Beautiful place, perfect location

Excellent everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 June 2025
Thank you for the review! You were all excellent guests! I hope you enjoyed your time here:)
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Parking was a huge inconvenience. We weren’t able to park the vehicle we drove there. Had to switch cars with a family member. There absolutely should have been disclosure as to what size vehicles can be accommodated
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross B.

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

Great weekend getaway

We were in town visiting relatives and this was one of the nicest rentals we’ve been at. Very stylish and clean. Living spaces were very comfortable and spacious. We would definitely rent here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Thank you Ross! You and your family are welcome back anytime! You were all exceptional guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Didn't want to leave!

This place is brand new, clean, comfortable and has such beautiful touches
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! I am glad you had a wonderful time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viraj p.

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

Best of DSM!

Absolutely the best property in Des Moines. Love how the place is set up and decorated. Always super clean as well! Pam is the nicest host and is very accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell M.

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

Beyond expectations

New, clean, and an amazing attention to detail. We had to extend our stay, and Pamela was very helpful and responsive. We absolutely would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tess S.

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

Des Moines Trip

The property was very nice and clean... check-in was a bit confusing because there was another apartment with the same number right next door. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and it was probably one of the cleanest/nicest VRBOs I've ever stayed in.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alisha R.

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

Best Experience Ever

We arrived at the property after a long day and it was retreat. The communication was excellent. The view of the city is amazing. My family wants to come back to Des Moines just to stay at the property again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! I’m so glad to hear that you had such a wonderful experience! We hope to have you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bambi U.

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

Sister’s weekend

Very clean and modern. Decor and attention to detail was appreciated. Parking was a bit of a challenge. Although a two car garage was described in the listing and available it’s really meant for compact cars.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Viraj p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2025
Viraj is an excellent guest! He is very respectful!

About the host

Hosted by Pamela Rupprecht

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As a Des Moines local, I’m passionate about sharing the best of this city with my guests. I love creating a welcoming, stylish space where visitors can relax and experience the vibrant culture, dining, and attractions that make Des Moines special. From the stunning skyline views at Des Moines Downtown Vista to curated local partnerships, I strive to make every stay seamless, comfortable, and unforgettable. Whether you’re here for business, leisure, or a little of both, I’m excited to host you!

Why they chose this property

I chose this neighborhood because it perfectly blends the energy of downtown Des Moines with the comfort of a quiet retreat. Nestled on the south end of downtown, Des Moines Downtown Vista offers unbeatable skyline views while keeping you close to the city’s best dining, shopping, and entertainment. With scenic walking and biking trails, Principal Park, and the East Village just minutes away, this location makes it easy to experience the heart of Des Moines while enjoying a stylish, peaceful escape.

What makes this property unique

Des Moines Downtown Vista is more than just a place to stay—it’s an experience. From the heated balcony with breathtaking skyline views to the curated rotating art collection featuring local artists, every detail is designed to make your stay unforgettable. The modern, three-story layout offers a stylish yet cozy atmosphere, with a fully equipped kitchen, a fireplace-lit living space, and a sleek bar area. Plus, our exclusive local partnerships connect guests to the best dining, shopping, and wellness experiences in Des Moines. Whether you're here for business, a getaway, or a special occasion, this townhome offers a unique blend of luxury, comfort, and city charm.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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