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Urban Oasis

Vacation Rental in Des Moines, IA

9 guests·3 bedrooms·1 bathroom

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Year-round hot tub and seasonal pool with private fenced yard.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Smart TVs, high-speed Wi-Fi, and backyard games for family fun.

Value & Savings

Value & Savings

Guests save an average of 24% when booking this stay vs. Airbnb and Vrbo.

What guests are saying

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4.8

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 120 reviews

Overall, this property is well-received, with guests frequently praising the spacious layout, functional kitchen, and great outdoor areas, including a pool and hot tub. Many appreciate the prompt responsiveness of the hosts in addressing any issues. While some guests noted minor cleanliness concerns and the need for updates in certain areas, these did not detract significantly from their positive experiences. The property is regarded as a great option for family gatherings and group retreats.

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Property details

🏠 Inside Features

Main Level:

  • 🏡 Spacious mudroom, half bath, and dining area with seating for 8
  • 🍽️ Fully Equipped Kitchen: Microwave, toaster, crockpot, blender, cookware, basic pantry items
  • ☕ Keurig & coffee pot (starter K-cups and ground coffee provided)
  • 🛋️ Comfortable Living Room with Smart TV in the den
  • 🌐 High-speed Wi-Fi (300 Mbps) throughout the home

Second Level:

  • 🚿 Full Bath: Dual sinks, walk-in shower, and soaking tub
  • 🛁 Bathtub Note: The soaking tub is available for relaxation; however, jets are disabled for safety/insurance reasons.
  • 🛏️ Bedroom 1: Queen bed, large Smart TV, closet (sleeps 2)
  • 🛏️ Bedroom 2: Queen bed with twin trundle, built-in cabinets, 32” Smart TV (sleeps 3)
  • 🛏️ Bedroom 3: 2 XL twin beds with 2 twin trundles, 32” TV (sleeps 4)
  • 👚 Full-size washer & dryer

🌴 Outside Features

  • ☀️ Outdoor Covered Patio: Mini-fridge, seating area, and TV
  • 🔥 Outdoor fireplace is decorative only and unavailable due to insurance restrictions
  • 🛁 Hot tub (available year-round)
  • 🏊‍♂️ Seasonal Pool & Outdoor Entertainment Area (open end of May - early September):
    • Large fenced-in pool
    • Tiki Bar & Hut
    • Outdoor gas grill
    • Poolside loungers and seating
  • 🏡 Rainbow Play Set & Treehouse (year-round)
  • 🏸 Spacious yard with yard games
  • 🚗 Parking for up to 4 vehicles (no street parking)
  • 👶 High chair & Pack ‘n Play available
  • 🧺 Linens, towels, pool towels, and starter toiletries provided

🚫 Strict No-Party & Gathering Policy

  • Property for registered guests only.
  • Small gatherings (up to 16 people and 5 vehicles) allowed with prior written host approval + $200 gathering fee.
  • All approved gatherings must end by 9:00 PM and follow quiet hours (10 PM – 8 AM).

🔐 Security & Safety:

  • Security cameras in exterior public areas (driveway, doors, backyard, pool)
  • Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms installed
  • Fire extinguisher and first aid kit available
  • Tampering with security or safety equipment = immediate eviction

⚠️ House Rules:

  • Max overnight guests: 9
  • Minimum booking age: 25
  • Booking guest must be present entire stay (no third-party bookings)
  • No pets without prior approval (up to 2 pets allowed for $100 per pet)
  • Undisclosed pets = $500 fee
  • No glassware near the pool (plasticware provided)
  • No diving or running near the pool
  • No smoking, illegal drugs, or firearms on the property
  • Quiet hours: 10 PM – 8 AM
  • Check-out by 11 AM (overstay = full-day rate + $200 cleaning fee)

🌊 Pool & Hot Tub Safety:

  • No lifeguard on duty – swim at your own risk
  • Children must be supervised at all times
  • Pool heat available seasonally (48-hour notice)
  • Spa temperature limit: 101°F
  • No refunds for pool/hot tub unavailability due to weather

🛠️ Liability Disclaimer:

Guests assume full responsibility for their own safety when using the pool, hot tub, playground, treehouse, or yard games. The host is not liable for accidents, injuries, or property loss.

🗝️ Keyless Entry:

Personalized code provided prior to check-in.

📝 Important Notes:

  • Noise complaints from neighbors may result in city intervention and eviction.
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties—strictly enforced.
  • No adjusting pool controls without host approval.
  • Guests must vacate by 11 AM unless prior approval is granted.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

⏰ Check-in & Check-out:
Check-in after 4 PM, check-out by 11 AM

🔑 How do we get in?
Keyless entry system with a unique code

🌐 How is the Wi-Fi?
300 Mbps, reaches the backyard and pool area

📺 TVs?
Smart TVs only (no cable), bring your streaming logins

💧 Pool/Hot Tub Heating?
Available seasonally with advance notice

📦 Can we ship packages?
We don’t recommend it, as we can’t guarantee delivery/security

🐾 Pets?
Up to 2 pets allowed for $100 per pet with prior approval

🎵 Outdoor Music?
No built-in system; Bluetooth speakers are welcome (quiet hours start at 10 PM)

🔥 BBQ & Fire Pit?
Gas BBQ provided; outdoor fireplace not available for guest use

🧹 Daily Cleaning?
Departure cleaning included; mid-stay cleans available for an additional fee

🛒 What’s provided?
Linens, pool towels, starter toiletries, basic kitchen supplies

👥 Max Guests?
9 overnight guests; gatherings up to 16 people (host approval required)

💰 Refunds?
We recommend travel insurance; no refunds for weather-related pool or hot tub issues.

💵 Fee Schedule:

  • Gathering Fee (with approval): $200
  • Undisclosed Pet Fee: $500 (No Pets / No Exceptions)
  • Unauthorized Party/Guest Overload Fee: $500
  • Excessive Cleaning/Damages: Assessed as needed
  • Overstay Fee: Full-day rate + $200 cleaning fee

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Parking

    Parking

  • Hot tub

    Hot tub

  • Pool

    Pool

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Air conditioning

    Air conditioning

  • Heating

    Heating

Guest reviews

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Cristi

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August 2026

This was our 3rd summer staying here. We love the pool, hot tub and back porch! We will definitely return next summer!

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Darci

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July 2026

Kalen’s place was a kids dream. Didn’t have to leave the house between the pool, hot tub, arcade game and yard for kids to play. Inside the kitchen and living room was comfortable for our party of 7. She was responsive when we had a small lighting issue and sent clear directions for check in and check out.

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Mikaylah

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July 2026

Great place to stay!! We especially enjoyed our time with the pool and hot tub. The large island and huge living room were great gathering place for family & friends. Hosts communication was always quick and very attentive. Never felt unsafe. Yes there's construction but the hosts can't help that and it's does not affect access to the house and it's very clear where you're going when you get there. If I ever needed a large gathering space again I would definitely come back.

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Claudia

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July 2026

Enjoyed our stay. We cooked a lot of our own meals. Kitchen pretty well stocked.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 11:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 25

No smoking

No parties

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