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Newly Remodeled Home - In the Heart of Des Moines!

Family-friendly holiday home in Windsor Heights

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, music library
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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, music library
Newly Remodeled Home - In the Heart of Des Moines! provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 8 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.
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 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!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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.

Rules

*If there are any issues during your stay please notify us immediately.
* EVENTS and COMMERCIAL PHOTOSHOOTS are NOT permitted without prior approval, applicable permit and additional fees.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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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

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hy-Vee Market Grille Express - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Casey’s - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪B-Bop's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Newly Remodeled Home - In the Heart of Des Moines! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Newly Remodeled Home - In the Heart of Des Moines!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newly Remodeled Home - In the Heart of Des Moines!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newly Remodeled Home - In the Heart of Des Moines! located?

This family-friendly Windsor Heights holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Buccaneer Arena and Waveland Municipal Golf Course. Valley Junction and Valley West Mall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Newly Remodeled Home - In the Heart of Des Moines! Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

anna p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and location was great. The size of the house and all of the amenities were great. Well planned
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is spectacular. It was ready for our family and could accommodate all ages. Location was great. Accessible to everything. Grocery gas and Wal-Mart close by. Communication was fast as helpful. We look forward to our next visit to Dsm.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025