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Apartment in Ankeny

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 229 reviews

Spacious Private Apartment

Roomy walkout basement apartment with a private entrance! This retreat like space with a garden view offers you room to unwind and relax. The lower level is yours to enjoy! We are conveniently located close to interstate access making Ames or Des Moines an easy jaunt. If you decide to stay in town, Ankeny also offers a variety of dining and shopping experiences. We do live upstairs so you might hear us some. However, we do our best to be as quiet as possible. We look forward to your visit!

Sep 30 – Oct 7

R1,603 ZAR per night

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Guest suite in Pleasant Hill

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews

Windy Pines Suite

Thank you for looking at Windy Pines Suite. This spacious one bedroom/one bathroom suite has a large kitchen/living room; and is perfect for travelers. It is clean, comfortable, & uncluttered, a home away from home! It is surrounded by beautiful pines, in a safe neighborhood with accessible parking. Close by is the interstate with access to Iowa State Fair Grounds, and downtown Des Moines. WP is attached to our home but it has its own separate outside entrance. Please send me any questions.

Jul 15 – 22

R1,584 ZAR per night

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Guest suite in Des Moines

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 409 reviews

Cozy, Private Guest Suite & Backyard Oasis

Enjoy a peaceful stay in our private basement suite complete with tall ceilings and natural light. You'll love watching the local wildlife in our amazing backyard!! A private entrance is available from the back patio, and off-street parking for 1 vehicle. Includes: 1 bedroom with queen size bed, bathroom with shower/tub combo, full kitchen, living room with futon couch, floor mattress, and pack 'n play. Only 15 minutes from downtown Des Moines! Please ask for our pet policy before booking.

Aug 29 – Sep 5

R1,470 ZAR per night

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Home in Des Moines

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Cheerful 2 bedroom, 3 bed home near Adventureland

You will able to enjoy everything when you stay at this centrally-located small (700 square feet) cottage. A 7 min drive to Adventureland, 11 min drive to the Iowa State Fair Grounds, and 13 min drive to the Iowa Events Center will keep you on your feet with events! Enjoy the entire newly redone 2 bedroom house with free parking, enhanced cleaning, self check in/out, full kitchen with Keurig coffee maker, full washer/dryer, full bathroom, Smart TV, AC/heat, and quality safety features.

May 31 – Jun 7

R1,597 ZAR per night

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Guest suite in Des Moines

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 573 reviews

South of Grand Delight! Greenwood/Ashworth Park

Private apartment in English Tudor home located in a beautiful safe, quiet neighborhood of Des Moines. Short stroll down our street takes you to the woods of Greenwood/Ashworth Park with its walking and biking trails. It is also home to the Des Moines Art Center and its beautiful Rose gardens. Less than 5 minutes drive to downtown! Less than a mile to Des Moines University and 10 minutes to airport. Inhabited by a Irishman and Englishwoman, plus two enthusiastic dogs. LGBT friendly!

Dec 14 – 21

R1,238 ZAR per night

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Home in Des Moines

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

Peaceful Setting & Modern Style

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and retreat to your own private oasis with this charming 2 Bedroom Airbnb. The house provides present-day amenities while still honoring the original 1930s character. You’ll enjoy a new and sparkling clean kitchen, complete with all the appliances and utensils you need. The bathroom, laundry, dining room, reading nook and living room have all been beautifully updated as well, ensuring that you'll feel right at home from the moment you arrive.

Oct 16 – 23

R2,033 ZAR per night

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Guest suite in Des Moines

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 167 reviews

Comfy & Entertaining, short walk to Fairgrounds

GREAT FOR ENTERTAINING - TONS OF ROOM! This is a garden view apartment with a private entrance, kitchen, dining, parking. Includes a 65" smart tv, DirecTv streaming service with HBO MAX & fiber optic 2GB WIFI. Iowa State Fairgrounds is a 1 min drive, 15 min walk. Drive: 5min to Pleasant Hill, 10min to downtown. If you like to save money, cook here & do some laundry. Lots of lighting, windows, fans & art. Hard-wired fire detectors & egress windows through-out.

Jun 24 – Jul 1

R1,518 ZAR per night

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Home in Ankeny

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews

Newly Remodeled Home with Walk-In Shower

My home is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood of Ankeny with a 16 min. drive to downtown Des Moines and Wells Fargo Arena. The high trestle trail is about 8 blocks away with a nice park 1 block away. The highlight of my home is the newly remodeled bedrooms and bathroom. There are queen beds in each of the bedrooms. The living room has a 55” LG OLED 4k TV with a PlayStation 4. I have high-speed cable internet/TV with standard and slingTV cable channels.

Jul 8 – 13

R1,678 ZAR per night

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Farm stay in Des Moines

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 227 reviews

Urban FarmStay at Dogpatch Urban Gardens

This 1920's newly renovated home is a perfect stay for a family, or anyone looking for a unique stay in Des Moines! This Craftsman-style bungalow has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a stocked kitchen, a great living space, & a cozy front porch. Enjoy the beauty of the home as well as the beauty of the urban farm surrounding the home. Keep in mind this is an old farmhouse and does have some quirks. It's also located on the same property as our urban farm business.

Oct 12 – 19

R2,771 ZAR per night

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Guest suite in Ankeny

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews

Spacious One Bedroom apartment

This apartment features over 1,200 square feet of living space. Enjoy a full kitchen with granite countertops, full oven, full refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave oven. Spend time playing ping pong with family or enjoy popcorn and a movie. The location is situated in a quiet and safe neighborhood about 20 minutes from downtown Des Moines. Weather your planning a get-away with family or friends or a relaxing time alone we want our home to be your oasis.

Jul 6 – 13

R1,316 ZAR per night

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Home in Des Moines

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 105 reviews

The Metal House

Discover a rare piece of history right in the heart of Beaverdale, Des Moines. This modular home is entirely built from steel, and continues to shine over 70 years later. It's been tastefully filled with todays amenities including an updated kitchen, bathroom, laundry, Wifi and color TV! Have fun in the bonus game room with ping pong and and arcade version of Ms Pac-man! Take a stroll to downtown Beaverdale, where you'll find bars, shops and restaurants.

Jul 17 – 24

R2,625 ZAR per night

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Bungalow in Des Moines

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews

1947’s Bungalow in the Historic Highland Park Area

Welcome to my 1947 Highland Park Bungalow in the Post WWII/Art Deco style with some modern touches. Wonderful location to many amenities. Downtown, Drake University, a Major bike trail and marina for canoeing/kayaking the Des Moines River. Clean and cozy with a slightly challenging driveway. There is off street parking though and you can use the garage.

Sep 9 – 16

R1,288 ZAR per night