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Apartment in Ankeny

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 226 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. 7 – 14

$139 CAD 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.

Sep. 21 – 28

$145 CAD per night

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Guest suite in Des Moines

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 399 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.

Sep. 14 – 21

$125 CAD per night

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Farm stay in Baxter

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

The Henhouse Retreat

The Henhouse Retreat is a beautifully restored 2 bedroom home converted from an original henhouse on our property. With breathtaking country views out every window, you are sure to find this country retreat relaxing and enjoyable with many things to do close by like fishing, hiking, and a bike trail. Cute little towns to explore or cuddle up with a book & enjoy relaxation that comes with a deep breath in the country. Come as a family, some couples, or a little getaway, this home sleeps 7.

Nov. 30 – Dec. 7

$207 CAD per night

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Home in Des Moines

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 130 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.

Jul. 25 – Aug. 1

$158 CAD per night

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Guest suite in Des Moines

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews

Executive Guest Suite w/ Laundry

Our luxury studio suite is situated on a quiet, up-scale, cul-de-sac - 5 mins from Airport, 10 mins to downtown. Amenities include private entrance and deck, keyless entry, on-suite 3/4 bath, laundry, exercise room w/ rower, heated tile floors, dedicated heat & A/C controls, soft water, microwave, coffee maker, minifridge/freezer, 1 GBPS High Speed WIFI , 50" Smart TV, Apple TV, Netfilx, Hulu, Disney+, Windows 10 PC, 27" monitor, printer, iron & board, & hair dryer.

Sep. 24 – Oct. 1

$160 CAD 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

$126 CAD per night

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Home in Ankeny

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 115 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

$143 CAD 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.

Sep. 4 – 11

$103 CAD per night

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Home in Indianola

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 142 reviews

The Hen House

The wonderfully remodeled home based on 55 acres overlooking mature trees and a large pond. Just a three minute drive to Lake Ahquabi that offers many family fun outdoor activities, hiking and biking trails. This house is perfect for families, small groups, or business trips. Situated just 20 minutes from Des Moines airport, and 25 minutes from downtown Des Moines, you will be able to experience the quiet and beautiful scenery that rural Iowa has to offer.

Oct. 11 – 18

$206 CAD per night

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Bungalow in Des Moines

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 170 reviews

Cozy bungalow steps away from IA State Fairgrounds

Located just steps away from the Iowa State Fairgrounds, this cozy bungalow will make you feel right at home. Whether you're here for one of the many events at the Fairgrounds or just visiting Des Moines, this house has just what you need to make your stay comfortable and convenient. The house is located on a 4-lane, main city street so please be aware if you are sensitive to noise. However, majority of guests don't notice any noise disturbances.

Aug. 30 – Sep. 6

$127 CAD per night

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Apartment in Des Moines

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 781 reviews

Unique "Little Italy" Apartment

Drive into the attached garage where you will find your very private entrance to a quiet, peaceful, and restful living. Located 1 mile from the downtown area on a street loaded with large Oak and Walnut trees. A huge back yard in which to stroll or barbecue. Lots of excellent restaurants nearby. Check out the "Guide to Restaurants".

Mar. 1 – 8

$97 CAD per night