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Newly Remodeled Home - In the Heart of Des Moines!
Family-friendly holiday home in Windsor Heights
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4 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Windsor Heights, IA
- Val Air Ballroom3 min drive
- Drake University5 min drive
- Casey's Center8 min drive
- Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Newly Remodeled Home - In the Heart of Des Moines!
IDEAL LOCATION! Newly Remodeled Home in the heart of the Des Moines Area - Shopping, restaurants, and MORE!
Welcome to “Forest Court VRBO”, a newly remodeled home where modern amenities meet historical detail! This home is ideal for mid-sized groups - the perfect spot for families to stay, girlfriend getaways, quilt retreats, and more.
Located in the heart of the metro, you’re just blocks from grocery stores, big-box retailers, and local coffee shops. Need to get around? You’ll have easy access to the interstate, making it a breeze to reach anywhere in the city — including Downtown Des Moines, Valley Junction, the airport, and more — all within 10–15 minutes.
Want to explore on foot? JTake a walk to nearby dining and shops on University Avenue. In the car? You’re just:
• 6 minutes to Val Air Ballroom
• 8 minutes to Drake University
• 10 minutes to Downtown Des Moines and Valley Junction
• 15 minutes to the Iowa State Fairgrounds
Your whole group will be comfy in this getaway - with spaces to gather or find solitude. Enjoy socializing in the vaulted family room on the back of the house, or, enjoy solitude in the front of the home on the front porch, or in the “music area” where you can play records, play the piano, or read in a quiet atmosphere all by yourself.
This home sleeps up to 10 people - The main level offers a primary suite with a king bed and closet. There are two more beds on the main level - both queen size. Closets in the bedrooms offer plenty of bedding and towels, hanging space, and shelves to unpack your gear. There’s a ¾ bath on the main level and a half bath for additional convenience. The lower level offers another bedroom with a queen bed and expansive closet, as well as a ¾ bath and a game room/tv area separate from the bedroom with a daybed plus trundle bed - both twin-size beds.
Fully stocked kitchen with plenty of barware, refrigerator w/ ice maker, serving pieces and even plenty of stoneware and silverware for 8-10 people. Your hosts are just 10 minutes away for any last minute needs. Please text with questions.
Guest access: The whole house, from the main floor spaces to the finished lower level are yours to enjoy! Not to mention the deck off the family room with plenty of seating for your group. Sit out under the stars after dark and simply relax. You’ve stepped back in time in this neighborhood - this home is a hidden gem where neighbors wave and gather on porches to drink coffee in the morning or wine in the evening, where kids still run play outside with one another, and chase lightning bugs.
This beautiful home is ideal for anyone from couples to a group of 8-10 to enjoy time together, and especially for people who want to feel at home while they are away from home. This neighborhood is a quiet escape in the middle of the city: to preserve the quiet neighborhood feel, city rules prevent use of this property for any events or parties. Please know to be respectful of our neighbors, unauthorized or unapproved guests or loud parties are cause for eviction.
We welcome you to enjoy a comfortable stay in our well appointed short stay in Windsor Heights!
Welcome to “Forest Court VRBO”, a newly remodeled home where modern amenities meet historical detail! This home is ideal for mid-sized groups - the perfect spot for families to stay, girlfriend getaways, quilt retreats, and more.
Located in the heart of the metro, you’re just blocks from grocery stores, big-box retailers, and local coffee shops. Need to get around? You’ll have easy access to the interstate, making it a breeze to reach anywhere in the city — including Downtown Des Moines, Valley Junction, the airport, and more — all within 10–15 minutes.
Want to explore on foot? JTake a walk to nearby dining and shops on University Avenue. In the car? You’re just:
• 6 minutes to Val Air Ballroom
• 8 minutes to Drake University
• 10 minutes to Downtown Des Moines and Valley Junction
• 15 minutes to the Iowa State Fairgrounds
Your whole group will be comfy in this getaway - with spaces to gather or find solitude. Enjoy socializing in the vaulted family room on the back of the house, or, enjoy solitude in the front of the home on the front porch, or in the “music area” where you can play records, play the piano, or read in a quiet atmosphere all by yourself.
This home sleeps up to 10 people - The main level offers a primary suite with a king bed and closet. There are two more beds on the main level - both queen size. Closets in the bedrooms offer plenty of bedding and towels, hanging space, and shelves to unpack your gear. There’s a ¾ bath on the main level and a half bath for additional convenience. The lower level offers another bedroom with a queen bed and expansive closet, as well as a ¾ bath and a game room/tv area separate from the bedroom with a daybed plus trundle bed - both twin-size beds.
Fully stocked kitchen with plenty of barware, refrigerator w/ ice maker, serving pieces and even plenty of stoneware and silverware for 8-10 people. Your hosts are just 10 minutes away for any last minute needs. Please text with questions.
Guest access: The whole house, from the main floor spaces to the finished lower level are yours to enjoy! Not to mention the deck off the family room with plenty of seating for your group. Sit out under the stars after dark and simply relax. You’ve stepped back in time in this neighborhood - this home is a hidden gem where neighbors wave and gather on porches to drink coffee in the morning or wine in the evening, where kids still run play outside with one another, and chase lightning bugs.
This beautiful home is ideal for anyone from couples to a group of 8-10 to enjoy time together, and especially for people who want to feel at home while they are away from home. This neighborhood is a quiet escape in the middle of the city: to preserve the quiet neighborhood feel, city rules prevent use of this property for any events or parties. Please know to be respectful of our neighbors, unauthorized or unapproved guests or loud parties are cause for eviction.
We welcome you to enjoy a comfortable stay in our well appointed short stay in Windsor Heights!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Gather all towels and place in showers on the floor.
Clean out refrigerator of all food items.
Load dishwasher with dirty dishes and start dishwasher.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Windsor Heights
Located in Windsor Heights, 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Living History Farms, or check out an event or a game at Casey's Center. Kayaking and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
Windsor Heights, IA
What's nearby
- Val Air Ballroom - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
- Des Moines Art Center - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
- Merle Hay Mall - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
- Drake University - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
- Casey's Center - 8 min drive - 9.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hy-Vee Market Grille Express - 6 min walk
- Burger King - 12 min walk
- B-Bop's - 11 min walk
- Starbucks - 15 min walk
- Kathmandu Restaurant - 9 min walk
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About the host
Hosted by Jana S

We are both from here in Iowa - Kurt is from NE Iowa - the Sac City area. Jana is from just north of Des Moines, a small town - Story City. Both Kurt and Jana have been in the real estate industry for many years. They are well versed in home design, home renovation, etc. This is their first short term rental property and are excited to share it with you!
Why they chose this property
This home sits near Hy-Vee - a nice grocery store in the area. Sam's Club and Wal-Mart are nearby too. Centrally located, Windsor Heights is smack dab in the middle of the Des Moines area. There are plenty of restaurants nearby, shopping, Valley Junction is not far away, and this home is close to Drake University and downtown for added convenience.
What makes this property unique
There are four separate bedrooms plus a family room in the basement with a daybed and trundle bed. We can sleep up to 10 people. The living room in the front of the house is perfect for visiting, listening to vinyl records, or playing the piano. There’s a family room in the back of the house with access to the deck. This huge room is great for gathering, family, and friends! Also, with a finished lower level, there is a family room with TV where kids can gather. The brand new beautiful deck off the back of the house offers plenty of seating and a grilling patio for your convenience.
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