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Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro

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A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, and a chair. - Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro (Des Moines)
A staircase with white balusters leading to a landing, a framed map on the wall, and a hallway with a door leading to a living room. - Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro (Des Moines)
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a mirror on the wall, and a view into the living room. - Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro (Des Moines)
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a comfortable armchair, a white cabinet, and a bench with cushions. - Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro (Des Moines)
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a piano. There is a dining area with chairs and a table. - Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro (Des Moines)
Near Drake University, Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro provides an arcade/games room, laundry facilities and a gym. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 203000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

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About this property

Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro

  • Historic 1895 home completely remodeled with all new bathrooms and kitchen and original hardwood oak floors refinished throughout. Brand new kitchen with island seating and large dining table. Original fireplace with infrared insert. Walking distance to Drake stadium and Knapp center and all facilities. Minutes drive or even bike to downtown and all metro area. So central to almost everywhere in the metro and in a great neighborhood.
    Just finishing up this remodel now with final touches so book early to be the first ones to use the beautiful space full of original character and updated features. I plan to continue to add to the property with additional touches as time allows.
    This is a great space to entertain large family gatherings or multiple families and more bedrooms than most single family homes. Fun to imagine what life was like in this historic home back in 1895 in its original glory.

    Huge dining table sits 8 comfortably and potentially more with provided extra chairs.
    Peninsula/island has bar top seating for 3 or 4 more
    Brand new appliances
    All new paint and flooring throughout
    Refinished original oak hardwood floors.
    All beds and bedding and bathroom towels etc new.
    Main Living room seats 10 comfortably and more room if extra chairs brought into the space.
    Upstairs living room seats 4 comfortably and game room with TV and air hockey table and a wall. Mounted infrared fireplace.
    Massage/heat powered lift reclining chair upstairs.
    3 all updated bathrooms including one tub/shower others are shower only.

    Outside enjoy a massive front porch with swing and stone table with chairs around. Also a grill is out front on a brand new patio with furniture.
    Small front yard but enough space to play.
    Drake University owned open lawn space they use for practice fields etc right across the street for public use to play field games or sports. I also have large portable tailgate tents and some tables and folding chairs that can be rented for $30 if requested before your stay.

    Large parking lot in back of house for around 5 cars and another 6 or so can parallel park in the double wide long driveway. Alley access too for convenient entering and exiting or if bringing a trailer.

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
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Strict quiet hours enforced after 10 pm.
No smoking in the house or on porch as it has carpet and also is damaging to the ceiling and furniture with smoke and odor.
Must have 5 star profile rating to book this property instantly. Otherwise please inquire with host and explain why rating is not a 5.

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

About the area

Drake, a neighbourhood in Des Moines, is home to this holiday home. 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 Better Homes and Gardens Test Garden and Des Moines Civic Center. Visit our Des Moines travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Drake University
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Knapp Center
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Henry G. Harmon Fine Arts Center
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • La Casa Cultural Center
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Des Moines Community Playhouse
    3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Casey's
    5 min drive
  • Drake Diner
    18 min walk
  • Smokey Row Coffee
    4 min drive
  • Northern Vessel
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful remodeled historic Drake Univ home minutes from downtown and all metro located?

Located in Drake, this family-friendly Des Moines holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Drake University and Knapp Center. Des Moines Community Playhouse and Broadlawns Medical Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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