Title: Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Cottage with free parking, near Drake University ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/d8119100.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/df973302.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/b3a580e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/82491783.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94360000/94355400/94355317/104727a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Drake University, Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 71496 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Cottage with free parking, near Drake University This smoke-free cottage features free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. A washing machine, a TV and a ceiling fan are among the other amenities available to guests. Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Laptop workspace ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:00 AM Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: \[apartment\] Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 Property Registration Number RENT-2022-021798 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Cottage Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Des Moines Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! Cottage Des Moines ## About the area Drake, a neighbourhood in Des Moines, is home to this cottage. 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. Science Center of Iowa and Clive Aquatic Center are also worth visiting. [Visit our Des Moines travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines.dx601690) [View more Cottages in Des Moines](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Cottages.d601690-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C41.60203%2C-93.67118&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3SnYNq2dLlAkoZb1l69PUIjsx7I=) Des Moines, IA ### What's nearby - Drake University - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Iowa Events Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles - Hoyt Sherman Place - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles - Casey's Center - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles - EMC Expo Center - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles ### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 20 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk - Cafe Chai - ‪Hugo’s - ‬13 min walk - La Mie Bakery & Restaurant - ‪Habanero’s - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio! located? > Located in Drake, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Drake University, Des Moines Community Playhouse and Waveland Municipal Golf Course. Knapp Center and Des Moines Art Center are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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