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Historic Des Moines Home: Great for Families!

House in Des Moines, IA

8 guests·3 bedrooms·1.5 bathrooms
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Property details

Walk to Pappajohn Sculpture Park | 2 Mi to Downtown | Kid-Friendly Amenities Tucked into a neighborhood dating back to 1883, this Des Moines vacation rental pairs historic charm with an unbeatable location. Stroll to a local coffee shop for your morning brew, hit nearby breweries, or walk to events at Drake University. Whether you're visiting family, exploring Iowa's State Capitol, or traveling for work, this home has everything you need. Pack your bags and book your Midwest escape today! -- THE PROPERTY -- OUTDOOR LIVING - Private yard & patio - Hammock - Covered porch w/ seating - Play structure INDOOR LIVING - Piano, desk workspace - Toys, board games & books - Smart TV - Dining table - Washer & dryer - Central heating & A/C KITCHEN - Keurig, French press & Nespresso coffee makers - Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher - Microwave, toaster - Cooking basics, dishware & flatware ACCESSIBILITY - 2-story home, stairs required to enter - Bedrooms & full bathroom on 2nd floor PARKING - Driveway (3 vehicles) - Street parking (first-come, first-served) -- THE LOCATION -- - Set in a historic 1883 neighborhood next to a local coffee shop w/ courtyard bike rentals - Walking distance to breweries, restaurants, Methodist Hospital, UnityPoint Health - Blan,k Children's Hospital, Hoyt Sherman Place - Under 1 mile to Drake University & Pappajohn Sculpture Park - 3 miles to Principal Park, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Iowa State Capitol - 4 miles to Des Moines Water Works Park -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ taxes & fees) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in Walk to Pappajohn Sculpture Park | 2 Mi to Downtown | Kid-Friendly Amenities Tucked into a neighborhood dating back to 1883, this Des Moines vacation rental pairs historic charm with an unbeatable location. Stroll to a local coffee shop for your morning brew, hit nearby breweries, or walk to events at Drake University. Whether you're visiting family, exploring Iowa's State Capitol, or traveling for work, this home has everything you need. Pack your bags and book your Midwest escape today! OUTDOOR LIVING - Private yard & patio - Hammock - Covered porch w/ seating - Play structure INDOOR LIVING - Piano, desk workspace - Toys, board games & books - Smart TV - Dining table - Washer & dryer - Central heating & A/C KITCHEN - Keurig, French press & Nespresso coffee makers - Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher - Microwave, toaster - Cooking basics, dishware & flatware ACCESSIBILITY - 2-story home, stairs required to enter - Bedrooms & full bathroom on 2nd floor PARKING - Driveway (3 vehicles) - Street parking (first-come, first-served) - Set in a historic 1883 neighborhood next to a local coffee shop w/ courtyard bike rentals - Walking distance to breweries, restaurants, Methodist Hospital, UnityPoint Health - Blan,k Children's Hospital, Hoyt Sherman Place - Under 1 mile to Drake University & Pappajohn Sculpture Park - 3 miles to Principal Park, Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden, Iowa State Capitol - 4 miles to Des Moines Water Works Park Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 queen Bed

What’s included

  • F

    Free Parking

  • Washer

    Washer

  • C

    Central Air Conditioning

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • C

    Central Heating

  • Pets Allowed

    Pets Allowed

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • W

    Wireless Internet (WIFI)

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House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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