Title: Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space 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 # Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space Holiday home in West Des Moines with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96610000/96605300/96605260/f5fe0734.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96610000/96605300/96605260/d336e4d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96610000/96605300/96605260/a3196b10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96610000/96605300/96605260/030ab8bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96610000/96605300/96605260/c79d3904.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in West Des Moines, this newly remodeled home offers a tranquil retreat with a spacious backyard and patio. Stroll through the charming neighborhood to the nearby Valley Junction shopping district, just 5 blocks away. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81249 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Kitchen ## 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. ### Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space Enjoy your stay at this newly remodeled, expertly designed home in West Des Moines. Enjoy the amenities of a big backyard and pack patio while being only 5 blocks away from the Valley Junction shopping district. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,249 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98840000/98832300/98832243/390f1e81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gem in West Dsm | 4BD/3BA Home | Perfect Location West Des Moines - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 33 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-16&endDate=2025-10-17&selected=98832243&PinnedHotelID=98832243&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78450000/78444100/78444031/d133b9c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fun, group friendly house close to fair! 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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 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 and a first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as 314115 ## About the area West 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Casey's Center or Buccaneer Arena. [Visit our West Des Moines travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Des-Moines.dx7697) [View more Holiday homes in Des Moines](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Des-Moines-Private-Holiday-Homes.d601690-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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%7C41.57833%2C-93.71409&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1rAUHL4l7Ir81dq36FyymVdpo00=) West Des Moines, IA ### What's nearby - Valley Junction - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Val Air Ballroom - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Des Moines Art Center - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles - Drake University - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles - Jordan Creek Town Center - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles ### Getting around - Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 15 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Smokey Row - ‬13 min walk - ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min walk - ‪Casey's - ‬12 min walk - ‪Champions Hideaway - ‬13 min walk - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space located? > Situated in West Des Moines, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Valley Junction and Val Air Ballroom. Water Works Park and Raccoon River Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space Reviews 9.8 ### 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) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sheilah N. 24 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfy in Quiet Neighborhood Enjoyed our stay with family and proximity to Valley Junction. ##### Sheilah N. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Johnny N. 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Host! Sarah was beyond helpful and accommodating during our stay in town for a tournament. We’ll certainly be working with her the next time we come to Des Moines. ##### Johnny N. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ava rose t. 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely! Just as pictured and lovely neighborhood! ##### ava rose t. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Mary D. 24 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Christmas We had four adults and one dog. The fenced in backyard was great for the dog. Location was great for walking or running. Also great for getting to downtown and Des Moines relatives. ##### Mary D. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lawrence F. 13 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home in nice neighborhood Thank you for hosting us. I travel a lot with my kids wrestling tournaments and this home was perfect. The front room flows into the kitchen and allowed for great times. ##### Lawrence F. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karmen D. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Karmen D. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brad W. 31 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Brad W. 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