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# Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown
Family-friendly holiday home in Des Moines
## Photo gallery for Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown
- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies
Centrally located near Downtown Des Moines, this property offers a welcoming retreat. Enjoy easy access to the Iowa State Fair, Science Center and more just minutes away while coming home to plenty of off-street parking as well as a garage and long driveway.
## Reviews
10
Exceptional
### Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom788 sq ft
## Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Washer
- Parking available
- Kitchen
- Barbecue grill
- Pet-friendly
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## About this property
### Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
### Family & Pet-Friendly 2BR Retreat Near Downtown
Welcome to The Kirkwood!
Perfect for the State Fair, concerts, or a weekend getaway, The Kirkwood has everything you need — a bright living space, cozy bedrooms, updated kitchen, and a spacious yard with a new deck.
Families and pets are welcome, with plenty of room to relax. Enjoy the convenience of a long driveway, plus quick access to downtown Des Moines, Iowa State Fairgrounds, and local attractions.
Sleeping Arrangements
• Bedroom 1 → Full bed (sleeps 2)
• Bedroom 2 → Twin bed (sleeps 1)
• Living Room → Full pull-out couch (sleeps 2)
• Basement → Twin pull-out couch (sleeps 1; recreational area, no standard bedroom window)
We have also turned the basement into a small recreational and work area. This is also where the full size washer and dryer are located.
You will have access to the full kitchen to make your delicious meals.
The backyard offers plenty of space, though it is not fenced. We kindly ask guests to keep pets on a leash outdoors. We’ve provided a pet waste station in the backyard to make things easy for you.
High-speed WiFi is available throughout the home.
## 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
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
### Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
### Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
### Entertainment
- Games
- Smart TV
### Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
### Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
### Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
### Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
### Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- Up to 23 kg per pet
### Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
### Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
### Things to do
- Foosball table
- Table tennis
### 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
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Garden
- Unit size: 788 square feet
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## Policies
### Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
### Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
### 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
PETS: Pick up all pet waste with provided bags by garage; toss in the outdoor trash bin. Keep dogs leashed at all times when outside.
Please keep noise low from 10 PM – 7 AM out of respect for neighbors.
Only registered guests allowed overnight. No visitors without host approval. No parties or events allowed on the property.
### Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: A second pet is allowed for an additional $50 fee
### 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 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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.
## About the area
Des Moines, IA
#### What's nearby
- Principal Park \- 3 min drive \- 1.5 miles
- Science Center of Iowa \- 3 min drive \- 1.8 miles
- Casey's Center \- 4 min drive \- 2.2 miles
- Iowa State Fairgrounds \- 11 min drive \- 6.5 miles
- Jordan Creek Town Center \- 17 min drive \- 13.6 miles
#### Getting around
- Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 15 min drive
#### Restaurants
- Casey's - 2 min drive
- The Angry Goldfish Pub & Eatery - 6 min walk
- Confluence Brewing Company - 3 min drive
- Baratta's - 12 min walk
- Dairy Queen - 2 min drive
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