Title: Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=111558505&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood Cottage in Des Moines with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, reusable coffee/tea filters - Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood (Des Moines)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111560000/111558600/111558505/0d8ebe8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood (Des Moines)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111560000/111558600/111558505/e1c98d68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood (Des Moines)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111560000/111558600/111558505/021e26db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood (Des Moines)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111560000/111558600/111558505/0e8ad457.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, reusable coffee/tea filters - Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood (Des Moines)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111560000/111558600/111558505/6c8a8dbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood Welcome to the Happy Happy Guest House! This charming 1 bd, 1 ba is in the popular, yet quiet, neighborhood of Beaverdale. Ideal for extended stays, this fully furnished space is perfect for traveling professionals, interns, and students. All utilities are included, plus wifi! This newly renovated backyard guest house has comfortable seating, a plush queen bed, a sleep machine, a fully equipped kitchen, and a sparkling clean bathroom with an oversized soaking tub. The backyard is shared with the main house so you should be comfortable with our golden retriever, West, who will surely greet you from time to time. There's plenty of street parking and a private garden walkway which guides you to your backyard cottage. Located just 4-12 minutes to all hospitals, Universities, & downtown Des Moines, and just 5 blocks walking distance to Beaverdale's city center for coffee shops, yoga, grocery, and cute boutiques. It’s your home away from home! Book now to experience comfort, charm, and convenience! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Kitchen - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Golfing nearby - Ice skating nearby - Swimming 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) ### General - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters ## Similar properties ![1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108930000/108923900/108923806/b781dbd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Midcentury Unit Downtown Des Moines near Wells Fargo Downtown Des Moines - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-15&endDate=2026-01-16&selected=108923806&PinnedHotelID=108923806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110940000/110936000/110935908/cdf98b77_edited_4f1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bright and Spacious Historic Kingman Blvd 3Bdr #1 Drake - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 8.6 Excellent 15 reviews £184 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=110935908&PinnedHotelID=110935908&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123180000/123173100/123173074/w1280h949x0y0-426bb363.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern 2BR Apartment Near Des Moines Attractions Downtown Des Moines - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning £119 includes taxes & fees 6 Jan - 7 Jan [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=123173074&PinnedHotelID=123173074&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55240000/55238800/55238792/302c3b8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ALL NEW! 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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 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 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=41.615788,-93.66559&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:w%7D_%7DF%7C%60uzP%3FU%3FU%3FQ%40U%3FU%40S%40S%40U%40SBU%40S%40SBSBUBSBSBSDSBSDSDQBSDSDSFQDSFQFQDSFQFQFQFQHQFOHOFQHOHQHOHOHMHQJMJMHOJMJMHMLMHKLMJKJMJKLIJMLILKLIJILILILGLINILELILGNGLELENELGNCNELCNCLENANCNALCNANANANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40NBL%40PBL%40NDLBNBNDLBNFLDNDLDLFNFLHLDLHNHJFLHLHLHLHJJLHLLJHLJJLJJJLJJJLJLJLJLHNJLHNHNHLJNHNHPFNHPFNHNFPFPHPFPFPDRFPDRFPDPDRDRDRDPBRDRBRDR%40RBRBTBRBR%40R%40T%40RBT%3FR%40R%40T%3FT%40P%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FTAR%3FTARAR%3FTCTARARARCTCRCTCPARERCTERCREPEREREREPGPERGPEPGPGRIPGNGPIPGNINGPINIPKLINILINKNILKLKNKLKLKJKLKJKLMJKHMJMHKLMFMHMJMFKHOHMFMFMFOFMFMDOFMDODMBODODMBOBMBQ%40MBO%40OBM%40O%3FO%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAO%3FOAOCMAOCOAOCMCOCMEOEOCMEOEMGMEOGMGMGMGOGMIMIMGMKKGMIMMMIKKMIKKKMKKMMIKMMIMKOKMIMKOKMIOIOIMIQIOIQGOIOGQIQGOGQGSGQEQGQGQESGQESESCSEQESCSEUCSCSCQCUCSAUASCSASAUAUAS%3FSAU%3FS%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=2vAFYmwLbrKxrAg89WzlPSVLBn4=) Des Moines, IA #### What's nearby - Drake University \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Broadlawns Medical Center \- 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles - Burns United Methodist Church \- 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Knapp Center \- 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Casey's Center \- 7 min drive \- 3.8 miles #### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive - ‪Wake Up Iowa Coffee - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Dam Pub - ‬12 min walk - ‪Motley School Tavern - ‬17 min walk - ‪VA STARBUCKS - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood pet-friendly? ### Where is Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Happy Happy Guest House 1bd/1ba in Quiet yet Popular Neighborhood 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 9 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carson K. 6 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay in Des Moines Quiet unit in a great location. Hosts were excellent and communicative. Would stay again! ##### Carson K. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danika 21 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The hosts were welcoming & easy to communicate with. The property was peaceful, we even heard owls in the trees. A magical spot in DSM. Close to parks, great places to eat and a homey feel. Plus their dog was a sweetheart. It was a comfortable spot! Thank you!! ##### Danika Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth M. 30 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Perfect size for just the two of us and great location. Very close (10ish minutes) to lots of restaurants/shopping but quiet neighborhood. House was very clean. ##### Elizabeth M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vanessa R. 14 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy It was a beautiful and comfortable guest house. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. Would definitely be back. ##### Vanessa R. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne S. 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super cute and convenient Place is super cute, furnished with all the necessities, clean comfortable and efficient. Owner is responsive and quick to help. There are 3 fantastic restaurants within 15 min walk. The Flying Mango, featured on Food network Diners, Drive-ins and Dives is also close. We can also recommend Waveland Golf course nearby! Really fun course and hilly as the name suggests. :) ##### Anne S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amelie V. 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean and cute! Thanks for the stay! ##### Amelie V. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan L. 10 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Megan L. 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