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Sleeps 12…. 5 beds and a sofa sleeper. 20 min from West Des Moines..

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Long Table added which now seats 10 people!
Downstairs Master Bedroom with a Queen size bed
Enjoy swinging or just relaxing on the large porch!
Master Bedroom with Queen size bed located downstairs

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Raccoon River Valley Trail
  • Place, Jordan Creek Town Center
  • Place, Drake University
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

Sleeps 12…. 5 beds and a sofa sleeper. 20 min from West Des Moines..

Perfect for getting together with family for any holiday or family get together you may have...(kid friendly) Now with free wifi internet and Roku TV.This home has all the space you need for several families... This beautiful, unique Victorian home has 4 large bedrooms, ( two rooms with Queen beds, one with 2 full beds and the other bedroom has one full size bed) as well as a sofa sleeper in the living room, 2 full baths, a large eat-in kitchen and a large formal dining area, suitable for small gatherings. Air conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, and full laundry are just some of the features. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need to feel right at home when preparing meals. Paper towels and tissue are provided. Coffee, creamer and sugar, spices and cooking oil is also provided, just to name a few items. Fresh , clean towels and linens are provided, with beds made cozy and comfy just awaiting your arrival.Furnished with beautiful antiques, mattresses were chosen with comfort in mind. One bathroom has a nice size shower, the other has a beautiful claw foot tub. The upstairs also has a parlor or sitting area for relaxing and reading. The house sits on a large fenced private back yard with beautiful shade trees. A front wraparound porch, and a side porch including a porch swing ,and a back yard patio give guest an awesome outdoor area to relax. Charcoal grill. The large fenced back yard is perfect for children to run and play! The house is just off I-80, in a quiet town, within 15 to 20 min of shopping at Jordan Creek Mall and the West Des Moines area, with easy access to all of the favorite attractions. It is located about 5 or 6 minutes from the town of Stuart, Iowa, where you will find many facilities, 10 minutes from Earlham Iowa and just 15 minutes from Van Meter , Iowa . The town of Dexter has a Park within walking distance which is great for picnics, with bathroom facilities available. The property is located within 2 miles of public fishing and hunting. It's the perfect home for family gatherings, wedding groups, birthday celebrations, and hunters are welcome also....Great for any occasion. Be sure to try Drew's Chocolates, in downtown Dexter, for the most delicious chocolate you'll ever taste, as well as homemade icecream...a family business that's been in operation for over 100 years!..You'll have to try it to believe how awesome it is!...You can also eat in town at the well known Rusty Duck Restuarant( awarded Best Burger In Iowa award)... enjoy a home cooked breakfast at the town Cafe, or choose many other options about 5 minutes away in Stuart where you will find a Kountry Kitchen Restaurant, a Mexican Restaurant, Ruby’s Pub, a Subway, a Burger King, a McDonalds, a Hardware Store ,a Dollar General, a theatre and a Red Box DVD Rental just to name a few facilities. Also just 15 minutes away in Van Meter, Iowa, you can find a Home town bar and grill...Fat Randi's... which serves an award winning Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich among other delicious foods. Special Events are allowed in our home , children are welcome, non smoking only, pets not allowed inside. Earlier check in time is available if needed, as well as a later check out time.(Please contact me to arrange this) More pictures coming soon!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
No disruptive type parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside! Extra charges if smoking occurs

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
After washing the dishes please place them neatly back in the cabinets
Housekeeping will strip the beds, except for the sofa bed. Please fold it up if you use it. Put the sheets used on it with the dirty towels and place them by the washer or in the shower.
If you move any furniture around, please place it back where it was before leaving.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Wash dishes Replace them in the cabinets where you got them from. Make sure they are clean first. We will strip beds.
Please clean all trash up inside, and if you have outside activities...please clean up any trash.
Please gather all trash and put it in the garbage and take the garbage to the outside garbage bin before you leave. Roll to the curb.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Note from host: No disruptive type parties
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dexter

Located in Dexter, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Penoach Winery and Pammel State Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bob Feller Museum and Brenton Arboretum. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Dexter, IA

What's nearby

  • Raccoon River Valley Trail - 13 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 31 min drive - 46.1 km
  • Living History Farms - 33 min drive - 52.5 km
  • Drake University - 40 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Blank Park Zoo - 49 min drive - 73.7 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sleeps 12…. 5 beds and a sofa sleeper. 20 min from West Des Moines.. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sleeps 12…. 5 beds and a sofa sleeper. 20 min from West Des Moines..?

As of 5 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sleeps 12…. 5 beds and a sofa sleeper. 20 min from West Des Moines.. on 6 November 2025 start from NZ$491.92, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Sleeps 12…. 5 beds and a sofa sleeper. 20 min from West Des Moines..?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sleeps 12…. 5 beds and a sofa sleeper. 20 min from West Des Moines..?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sleeps 12…. 5 beds and a sofa sleeper. 20 min from West Des Moines.. located?

This family-friendly Dexter holiday home is located on a lake, 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from Raccoon River Valley Trail, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Bob Feller Museum and Trindle Park. Southbridge Park and Van Meter Recreation Complex are also within 20 miles (32 km).

About the host

Hosted by Darlene…. 1-251-282-7543

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