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Featured Holiday Homes in Central Iowa

Stroll through a serene residential setting surrounded by mature trees and a well-maintained lawn.

"This home was absolutely perfect for our entire family! Everyone had their own room and space to move around. All bathrooms were located perfectly and each one had a shower! Talk about conveniently located, so close to the Well for wrestling!! I hope to be able to get it again next year! It would be perfect for the state fair as well. Thank you for everything!"

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28 July - 29 July

"Nice quiet home close to the lake."

Stunning two-story home with a welcoming entrance, decorative door, and cozy porch.

"Would stay there again and highly recommend."

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27 July - 28 July

Enjoy an outdoor space with a glass-top table and comfortable seating for two.

"We could not have found a more perfect house for our group! There was plenty of space for the 10 of us, and our host responded instantly whenever we had questions. We will definitely try staying here again when we’re in Des Moines."

Enjoy al fresco dining on the deck overlooking the serene water with a dock and a small boat.

"Nice clean and comfy house with all the amenities. Great location on the lake. Found lots to do in town and on the lake. Close to town, even walking distance. Definitely would rent this house again. "

Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, oven, and refrigerator.

"This property was very clean and well maintained. We would definitely stay here again. "

Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, oven, and microwave, along with ample storage and a dining area.

"Our stay was great . I would recommend staying here and we will book again"

Cozy living area with a fireplace, flat-screen TV, and comfortable seating.

"This property is newly renovated with a great location! It was the perfect house with lots of space. The beds were comfortable, everything was very clean, and easy communication with owner. Stay at this property for a stress free vacation!!! "

Relax in this inviting living room with a leather sofa, side table, and potted olive tree.

"There is so much we loved about our stay here including the cozy, modern feel of the rooms, large and spacious kitchen, living, and sleeping spaces, jetted tub, basketball hoop near the driveway, and convenience to town and the metro! Would highly recommend! "

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10 Aug - 11 Aug

Modern kitchen with light-colored cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a toaster.

"Great little house and close to the speedway and restaurants. Updated house great for a couple and teen."

Enjoy a serene view of the water from this deck, overlooking a tranquil body of water.

"It was a great vacation, super relaxing, and the owners are amazingly friendly"

"This was an excellent place to come back after enjoying our plans in Des Moines. Plenty of room for everyone to enjoy time away from the group but also to enjoy playing cards."

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2 Aug - 3 Aug

"We stayed for a week and had such a wonderful time. The home is beautiful, clean, comfortable, and the photos are a perfect description. While we were there we saw fireflies, an owl, bunnies, a doe and fawn, chipmunks, squirrels, cardnials, and many others birds. The neighborhood is quiet and beautiful. We absolutely would stay here again."

Relax in this spacious room with a dining area, comfortable seating, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

"Great location walking distance to the Surf and short drive anywhere else. Home was clean, had some coffee pods available and parking in a garage was a bonus especially when it was so cold. Would/will definitely stay here again. "

Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, dining table, and modern appliances.

"Can sleep a lot of people. Fun games! Really a nice extra that you can swim at the apt pool. "

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17 Aug - 18 Aug

Stunning staircase with a beautiful, framed artwork and elegant white trim.

"Everything was great. Anything we needed was there only thing we had a problem was there were ants in the kitchen and bathrooms, But other than that the stay was comfortable and great. "

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31 July - 1 Aug

Cozy living space with a green accent wall, brown sofa, and glass-top coffee table.

"This place was perfect! It had everything we needed and its in a great location as well as a nice area to stay"

Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a gas stove, microwave, and toaster oven.

"My friends and I were impressed. The place is awesome. Thanks so much!"

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29 July - 30 July

Stroll through the serene outdoor space surrounded by lush trees and a meandering stone pathway.

"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!!!"