Title: Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109764014&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston Holiday home in Johnston with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston ![Smart TV, ping pong - Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston (Johnston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109770000/109764100/109764014/cf3c377f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/c3a22211-3bfa-434a-bc09-6a00a92591cf-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1280) ![Exterior - Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston (Johnston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109770000/109764100/109764014/82f3caa5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, ping pong - Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston (Johnston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109770000/109764100/109764014/c4f810b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston (Johnston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109770000/109764100/109764014/454fe6c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston Welcome to this charming home, just north of Johnston and surrounded by the beauty of the woods. With beautiful views, plenty of privacy, and lots of trees that create a peaceful, natural setting, this spacious acreage features 3 cozy bedrooms, including 1 king bed, 2 queen beds, and additional bunk beds —perfect for a peaceful and fun-filled getaway. The basement offers a great space for entertainment, featuring a ping pong table and games. Outside, you'll find plenty of room to relax and enjoy the fresh air, with lots of outdoor space perfect for small gatherings. The sound of birds fills the air, adding to the calming atmosphere. Gather on the second level porch, or around the firepit for cozy evenings under the stars or simply enjoy the quiet, nature-filled surroundings. For your comfort, the house also includes a washer and dryer, WiFi, and both heating and cooling. Located just north of Johnston, near Saylorville Lake and Jester Park, this retreat is only 30 minutes from a variety of vibrant restaurants and entertainment options. It's also within easy reach of Ankeny, Polk City, and Des Moines. Enjoy a relaxing stay in the heart of nature at our peaceful home in the woods. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the marina ### Things to do - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Recycling - Water dispenser ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111170000/111167900/111167835/f2fb9bc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New Spacious 4-bedroom house in charming Ankeny with WiFi, AC-Prime Location Ankeny - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 18 reviews £244 includes taxes & fees 11 Jan - 12 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=111167835&PinnedHotelID=111167835&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, table football](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99940000/99935400/99935399/5d471009.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elegant 4BR Split Foyer - Luxe Living Indianola Hills - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=99935399&PinnedHotelID=99935399&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121110000/121105100/121105041/c59f65a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Des Moines Suburb Stay w/ Spacious Layout & Deck! 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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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10 Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.73942%2C-93.72473&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=cY9TmEGOLHvmkJgs6tvihrhxxNo=) Johnston, IA #### What's nearby - Saylorville Lake \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Walnut Ridge Recreation Area \- 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Jordan Creek Town Center \- 22 min drive \- 18.7 miles - Casey's Center \- 22 min drive \- 15.8 miles - Iowa State Fairgrounds \- 26 min drive \- 20.1 miles #### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Arcadia - ‬7 min drive - ‪Hyper Energy Bar - ‬11 min drive - ‪Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers - ‬11 min drive - ‪Casey's General Store - ‬8 min drive - ‪Casey's - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston? ### What time is check-in at Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston? ### What time is check-out at Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston? ### Where is Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 12 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nichole R. 22 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful home and amazing host! We will definitely be back if we come to the area!! ##### Nichole R. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian K. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This lovely home was perfect for our family of seven adults. The home was spotless and comfortable for our family. The owner was fantasitc with communication! Would definitely recommend and would stay again when in the area. ##### Brian K. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shanna Z. 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful home, a hidden gem and perfect location for our family to be here to celebrate our wedding weekend. Thank you ##### Shanna Z. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Debra R. 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The hostess was very responsive to our questions. The house was wonderful and clean. ##### Debra R. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy D. 18 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy wonderful location. I had reserved this for my son‘s wedding guest. He’s an Eagle Scout and I thought the nature around would be awesome. I would highly recommend this property, especially because the location right near the lake is awesome. ##### Nancy D. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise S. 22 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AMAZING RELAXING PLACE TO STAY EVERYTHING ABOUT OUR STAY HERE WAS ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!! FROM THE HOUSE AND EVERYTHING IT OFFERS! OUR HOST AME WAS SOOO KIND AND ACCOMMODATING!!! WE CAN'T WAIT TO COME BACK!!! ##### Denise S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise S. 4 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing getaway This home is the most beautiful,charming, relaxing place to stay that we’ve ever been to! We were blessed to be able to spend back to back weekends here during our grandson’s baseball tournaments and looking for to stay here again next year! Ame is an absolute amazing host and extremely accommodating!!! She has a heart of gold ##### Denise S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marsha D. 28 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was a great location for all the things we wanted to do in the greater Des Moines area. Only small complaint I would have was the bunk beds are for children. I was thinking they were regular size and they are not. So two of our boys had to sleep on the couch. It all worked out ok though. ##### Marsha D. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kory K. 10 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness ##### Kory K. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ---