10/10 Excellent
Greg M.
3 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greg M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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Cozy Heights Retreat | Baker's Kitchen & Sleeps 10
Family-friendly holiday home in Windsor Heights with a water park
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10187.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Windsor Heights, IA
- Place, Buccaneer Arena14 min walk
- Place, Waveland Municipal Golf Course3 min drive
- Place, Merle Hay Mall4 min drive
- Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy Heights Retreat | Baker's Kitchen & Sleeps 10
Welcome to Cozy Heights Retreat, your home away from home in peaceful Windsor Heights — just 10 minutes from downtown Des Moines! This warm, periwinkle haven blends comfort, charm, and space for the whole family.
Enjoy 4 comfy bedrooms (3 queens, 1 full), 2 full baths with walk-in showers, and two inviting living areas — one upstairs off the kitchen and another downstairs with a large sectional and walkout patio. The fully stocked kitchen has everything you need, from a coffee maker to cookware, plus a booth nook, bar seating for 4, and a formal dining room for 6.
Step outside to beautiful outdoor spaces: the fully fenced in backyard is perfect for sunbathing and morning coffee, while the covered patio below features string lights, a BBQ grill, and a large outdoor table for dining or relaxing in the fenced backyard. Families love the baby gear, board games, and high-speed Wi-Fi. The laundry room, free parking for 4 cars, and quiet neighborhood make life easy.
You’ll be close to Simon’s Restaurant, Valley Junction, and local shops — with downtown just minutes away. Clean, cozy, and inviting, Cozy Heights Retreat offers a peaceful stay where comfort meets convenience. 💙
Enjoy 4 comfy bedrooms (3 queens, 1 full), 2 full baths with walk-in showers, and two inviting living areas — one upstairs off the kitchen and another downstairs with a large sectional and walkout patio. The fully stocked kitchen has everything you need, from a coffee maker to cookware, plus a booth nook, bar seating for 4, and a formal dining room for 6.
Step outside to beautiful outdoor spaces: the fully fenced in backyard is perfect for sunbathing and morning coffee, while the covered patio below features string lights, a BBQ grill, and a large outdoor table for dining or relaxing in the fenced backyard. Families love the baby gear, board games, and high-speed Wi-Fi. The laundry room, free parking for 4 cars, and quiet neighborhood make life easy.
You’ll be close to Simon’s Restaurant, Valley Junction, and local shops — with downtown just minutes away. Clean, cozy, and inviting, Cozy Heights Retreat offers a peaceful stay where comfort meets convenience. 💙
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs less than 50 lbs per pet
Pet friendly
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
Please put all used towels in the bathtubs. Please do not start any laundry - our cleaners will take care of that!
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
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 and Clive Aquatic Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Windsor Heights, IA
What's nearby
- Buccaneer Arena - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Waveland Municipal Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
- Merle Hay Mall - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Casey's Center - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
- Jordan Creek Town Center - 11 min drive - 13.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey’s - 3 min drive
- Starbucks - 15 min walk
- Wasabi Urbandale - 8 min walk
- Simon's - 10 min walk
- El Michoacano - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
8.0/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
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About the host
Hosted by Tiffany Junge
We’re Tiff + Wilky — a DIY dream team with big hearts, calloused hands, and a passion for creating homes with soul.
What started with The Love Shack (Tiff’s first home and ultimate fixer-upper adventure) has grown into a small but mighty hosting company right here in Des Moines, Iowa. Together, we manage a mix of short-term and mid-term rentals designed for comfort, connection, and a little Midwest magic.
Tiff is a local realtor and real estate investor passionate about helping others build generational wealth through property ownership. Wilky brings years of hands-on experience in rope access and construction, turning our creative ideas into real, livable spaces.
We believe hosting is about more than beds and Wi-Fi — it’s about helping people feel connected and cared for while they’re away from home. Ask us for local restaurant or brewery recommendations, or where to find the best coffee and hidden gems — we love showing off this community we call home.
What started with The Love Shack (Tiff’s first home and ultimate fixer-upper adventure) has grown into a small but mighty hosting company right here in Des Moines, Iowa. Together, we manage a mix of short-term and mid-term rentals designed for comfort, connection, and a little Midwest magic.
Tiff is a local realtor and real estate investor passionate about helping others build generational wealth through property ownership. Wilky brings years of hands-on experience in rope access and construction, turning our creative ideas into real, livable spaces.
We believe hosting is about more than beds and Wi-Fi — it’s about helping people feel connected and cared for while they’re away from home. Ask us for local restaurant or brewery recommendations, or where to find the best coffee and hidden gems — we love showing off this community we call home.
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