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Featured Holiday Homes in Central Iowa and around

• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •
Property grounds

• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"This home was absolutely perfect for our entire family! Everyone had their own room and space to move around. All bathrooms were located perfectly and each one had a shower! Talk about conveniently located, so close to the Well for wrestling!! I hope to be able to get it again next year! It would be perfect for the state fair as well. Thank you for everything!"
The price is €510
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •
4-bedroom house in brilliant Clear Lake with AC, WiFi. Enjoy your stay
Microwave, oven, dishwasher

4-bedroom house in brilliant Clear Lake with AC, WiFi. Enjoy your stay

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
4-bedroom house in brilliant Clear Lake with AC, WiFi. Enjoy your stay
1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
Exterior detail

1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"Would stay there again and highly recommend."
The price is €215
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
1800s Home, Train-Themed Decor, Walk to Downtown & Attractions, Exclusive Perks
House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood
Outdoor dining

House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"We really enjoyed our stay at House of Funk! The home is very large and was perfect for our group of 8 people. It also is in a great location, within walking distance of Drake University and next door to Library Cafe. We would recommend this home!"
House of Funk - A Cozy & Eclectic Retreat in Des Moines’s Drake Neighborhood
Home on the Water with Beautiful Lake View and Private Dock
Outdoor dining

Home on the Water with Beautiful Lake View and Private Dock

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (74)
"Nice clean and comfy house with all the amenities. Great location on the lake. Found lots to do in town and on the lake. Close to town, even walking distance. Definitely would rent this house again. "
Home on the Water with Beautiful Lake View and Private Dock
Lake Cornelia Property!
Exterior

Lake Cornelia Property!

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (71)
"This was the perfect place to stay and enjoy the lake!"
Lake Cornelia Property!
Stylish Split Foyer - The Sullivan 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Stylish Split Foyer - The Sullivan 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (29)
"Our stay was great . I would recommend staying here and we will book again"
Stylish Split Foyer - The Sullivan 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
Downtown 2BD 2.5BA townhouse w/free garage parking
Interior

Downtown 2BD 2.5BA townhouse w/free garage parking

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19)
"This property was very clean and well maintained. We would definitely stay here again. "
Downtown 2BD 2.5BA townhouse w/free garage parking
Newly remodeled Clean Spacious 5-bedroom House with AC, WiFi,
Smart TV, fireplace, table football, books

Newly remodeled Clean Spacious 5-bedroom House with AC, WiFi,

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2)
"This property is newly renovated with a great location! It was the perfect house with lots of space. The beds were comfortable, everything was very clean, and easy communication with owner. Stay at this property for a stress free vacation!!! "
Newly remodeled Clean Spacious 5-bedroom House with AC, WiFi,
Recently Remodeled! Charming 2-bedroom bungalow in terrific DSM neighborhood
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher

Recently Remodeled! Charming 2-bedroom bungalow in terrific DSM neighborhood

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3)
"We stayed for a week and had such a wonderful time. The home is beautiful, clean, comfortable, and the photos are a perfect description. While we were there we saw fireflies, an owl, bunnies, a doe and fawn, chipmunks, squirrels, cardnials, and many others birds. The neighborhood is quiet and beautiful. We absolutely would stay here again."
Recently Remodeled! Charming 2-bedroom bungalow in terrific DSM neighborhood
The 410 Farmyard
Smart TV

The 410 Farmyard

"Lovely home with a beautiful backyard! Well cared for and has everything you would need for your stay. Would highly recommend! "
The 410 Farmyard
Charming 4-bedroom house with WiFi in wonderful Waukee
Smart TV, fireplace

Charming 4-bedroom house with WiFi in wonderful Waukee

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11)
"There is so much we loved about our stay here including the cozy, modern feel of the rooms, large and spacious kitchen, living, and sleeping spaces, jetted tub, basketball hoop near the driveway, and convenience to town and the metro! Would highly recommend! "
The price is €332
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Charming 4-bedroom house with WiFi in wonderful Waukee
Tranquil and modern home in a quiet neighborhood
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Tranquil and modern home in a quiet neighborhood

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"Great little house and close to the speedway and restaurants. Updated house great for a couple and teen."
Tranquil and modern home in a quiet neighborhood
Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa
Terrace/patio

Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
Charming Cabin on Private Pond – 2 Miles from Lake Rathbun, Southern Iowa
Spacious 5-bedroom house close to everything in Waukee, IA
Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher

Spacious 5-bedroom house close to everything in Waukee, IA

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
Spacious 5-bedroom house close to everything in Waukee, IA
3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom
Interior

3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (191)
"Was nicer than expected.Very clean and nice. Great location.Will be booking it again next year when coming to Clear Lake."
3rd and Surf- 2 blocks from the lake, 1 block from the Legendary Surf Ballroom
NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOLS..WE HAVE IT ALL!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOLS..WE HAVE IT ALL!

9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (60)
"Very nice place, great size for our work team in town for training. "
The price is €429
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
NEW REMODEL! ARCADE GAMES, PNG PNG, SKEE BALL, ACCESS TO POOLS..WE HAVE IT ALL!
Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro
Interior

Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
"Everything was great. Anything we needed was there only thing we had a problem was there were ants in the kitchen and bathrooms, But other than that the stay was comfortable and great. "
The price is €737
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro
Comfortable and Spacious 3 Bedroom Home
Interior

Comfortable and Spacious 3 Bedroom Home

9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (55)
"Overall, nice stay. Abundant, clean linens were available, back deck super.nice and Keurig coffee maker with plenty of coffee and tea. "
Comfortable and Spacious 3 Bedroom Home
Swordfish Suite - Dog Retreat …Dog Friendly House- 2 blocks from Lake!
Terrace/patio

Swordfish Suite - Dog Retreat …Dog Friendly House- 2 blocks from Lake!

10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4)
"Fantastic accommodations - perfect get away."
Swordfish Suite - Dog Retreat …Dog Friendly House- 2 blocks from Lake!
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport

10/10 Excellent
"Close to the airport and friendly staff"
Laura 1-night trip
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Hampton Inn Des Moines-Airport