Vacation rentals in Stratford

Campus★Downtown★WiFi★Near Starbucks★Superhosts

Located in the heart of Ames, Iowa! • 2 minute drive to Iowa State Uni + downtown Ames • 3 Smart TVs with Netflix (1 smart TV in each bedroom) • Walking distance to downtown shopping & dining • 1 block from grocery store • 2 Starbucks within walking distance • Right across the street from Cy-Ride bus stop • Quiet & safe neighborhood • Keyless Entry •2 Br/ 1 Bath (2 queen beds & 1 queen pull out couch) • Onsite Washer/Dryer • Full equipped + Stocked kitchen • Superhost--stay with no worries!

Aisling House

This is a beautiful apartment that is 2400 square feet. It is above a tax business but has a separate entrance with a 2 car unattached garage that has one side that is available. This building is over 100 years old and still have the original charm of the century with the necessary updates for conmfort. We are excited to share this beauty with guests! Gowrie is a charming small town with a grocery store, several cute shops, roller skating rink and a pool in the summer. We hope you will enjoy it!

Historic Home on 4 Acres - Hot Tub, Pool, Tiki Bar

Our 1948 vacation home is on 4 acres & boasts 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, Bridal Suite (4th bedroom), 70s TV/Game Room, Tiki Bar, & Children's Playroom. Outside we have a pool (guaranteed to be open 5/26 - 9/5) & hot tub (year round). Located 15min away from Downtown DSM & a mile away from a grocery store/restaurants. Up to 2 dogs allowed for an additional fee. ***Events/photo shoots are allowed with written permission only and will be an added fee. No events larger than 25 total.***

Old Barn Remodel Unique, Artsy, Solar, Glamping!

Open floor plan ground level historic barn turned into an airbnb. All new kitchen area built. Okay fast wifi, Iowa State 10 mins away, Iowa rural but close to ames. Sleep in a trailer, sleep in a boat! Super chill atmosphere on 3 acres with porch to enjoy. Hotel accommodations like air conditioning, heat, clean sheets, towels and coffee/tea but camping style. The barn is self check-in (late arrival friendly) and check out. If needing only 1 night Sun-Thur just ask for offer. Gay Friendly!

The American Dream

Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for fun! It's The American Dream! Enjoy your stay and explore the adventures that await you in and around central Iowa! A perfect location for friends and family. Boone and Scenic Valley Railway 5 mins, Seven Oaks Recreation Ski, Tube, Raft 6 mins, Ledges State Park 12 mins, Boone Super Speedway 7 mins, Iowa State University Stadium or Hilton Coliseum 20 mins, Multiple Golf Courses 5 to 20 mins, Wedding Venues all less than 20 mins!

Country Cabin - Cozy 1 Room Guesthouse

Kick back and relax in our cozy cabin surrounded by the beautiful Iowa landscape of fields and timberland. Look for deer passing through or listen for the howl of a coyote at night. Enjoy the evening sunsets around a campfire. Located just 7 minutes from the High Trestle Bike Trail and 10 minutes to the Ledges State Park for hiking and cross country skiing. Enjoy tubing and skiing at Seven Oaks, Boone. Take in events at Iowa State University or Des Moines Civic Center just 30 minutes away.

Scandinavian Apartment in Historic Story City

Our place is a cozy hideaway on the second floor of a historic building in downtown Story City. It is a sweet little town to relax in that is an easy 15-minute drive to Ames and all its amenities. The studio apartment has just been renovated into a Scandinavian-themed sanctuary. The living room has a fold-out couch that sleeps two, a smart TV, and a kitchenette. The bedroom has a very comfy queen-sized bed and the 3/4 bath has all you need to get away in comfort. Free parking is right outside.

Boone's Bodacious Bungalow - A Cozy 2 Bedroom Stay

With 2 bedrooms and a queen-sized hide-a-bed, this cozy little place will comfortably sleep 5. This quiet neighborhood can be enjoyed hanging out on the front porch or out back on the patio. Washer and dryer downstairs if you need to do laundry and all the necessities to make a meal in the kitchen. Just a few minutes from downtown Boone and the Boone Speedway, a short 17 miles to Jack Trice Stadium/Hilton Coliseum in Ames, and less than an hour to the Des Moines International Airport.

Woodsy Country Cottage near Boone and Ames

Just a mile from Seven Oaks Recreation Area! 5 miles west of Boone just off Highway 30, this cute and cozy space offers upscale privacy on a wooded lot within 30 minutes of Ames and 50 minutes from Des Moines. This is a guest house on the same lot as the owners, so pride of ownership abounds. It was originally built for the owners' parents and is universally accessible including extra wide doors, fully accessible kitchen and roll-in shower.

Relaxing galaxy bell tent getaway

Come sleep under the stars in this cozy galaxy bell tent. You can enjoy a good nights sleep in the comfortable King bed and stay comfortable with an air conditioner and heater. There is also a fridge for keeping your food fresh. Soak up nature while you hike the trails around Oak Haven Acres, a 32 acre farm in rural Iowa. For your security we have a trail camera at the beginning of the driveway that won’t intrude on your privacy.

GG’s Cabin

Escape to a cozy, secluded cabin where modern comfort meets rustic charm. Just minutes from town, it’s perfect for couples or small families. Enjoy nearby adventures at ISU (20 min) and Seven Oaks (5 min), then relax by the fireplace with a good book. Watch wildlife from the spacious back deck with comfy seating and a gas fireplace. Whether snow falls or the sun shines, this retreat is your perfect getaway.

Clean and cozy family home

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay. This home is a friendly neighborhood just 5 miles from town. It offers 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths and one 1/4 bath. Comfortably sleeps 9. This home has a large, fenced in, backyard with a pool, deck, and patio for some outdoor fun. It offers a double car attached garage and a large driveway for plenty of parking space.