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Our top choices for Central Iowa vacation homes

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Journey Cabin II

Journey Cabin II
Rathbun
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"Great host. Bed and furniture was ver comfortable. Great selection of dishes, pots and pans to use. Super location for the Lake and Centerville for Pancake Day. "
United States
David B.
The price is AED 420
AED 819 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Journey Cabin II
Property grounds

Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.

Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
NEW VIRGINIA
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (409 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful "
United States
Don and Kris M.
The price is AED 359
AED 628 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
Smart TV, books, computer monitors

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA

Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
Boone
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Great place, super convenient to everything you would want in Boone. I would absolutely stay here again."
United States
CHRISTIAN H.
The price is AED 422
AED 732 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Natural Nesting Grounds - Boone, IA
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Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba

Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Everything was great about our stay! Great location close to campus and downtown. Very clean rental and great communication from host."
United States
Doug D.
The price is AED 301
AED 584 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Downtown & Campus Wifi with Netflix 2Br 1Ba
Smart TV, DVD player, books

2-bedroom vacation home just 3 minutes drive to Drake University

2-bedroom vacation home just 3 minutes drive to Drake University
Waveland Park
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (63 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Ben C.
The price is AED 430
AED 790 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
2-bedroom vacation home just 3 minutes drive to Drake University
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Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines

Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Place was awesome!"
United States
jeff w.
The price is AED 413
AED 607 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Entire Bungalow with Fenced-In Yard! Sleeps 6 & Pet-Friendly, Central Des Moines
Property grounds

Farmhouse Oasis

Farmhouse Oasis
Dallas Center
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"This was a beautiful rural setting. We enjoyed our stay very much. "
United States
Norman Z.
The price is AED 351
AED 639 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Farmhouse Oasis
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba

Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Ames
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Very comfy place to stay"
United States
Mattson J.
The price is AED 298
AED 580 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Campus & Downtown - Near Starbucks - Netflix - 2Br/1Ba
Terrace/patio

Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8

Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
Fairground
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (26 reviews)
"Perfect for what we needed. "
United States
Brian I.
The price is AED 514
AED 864 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Fun, group friendly house close to fair! Sleeps 8
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA

The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA
Indianola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"This house has everything you can need along with amazing hosts! The house is cozy and comfortable with plenty of space to spread out and relax. Lori does a great job communicating with you and is so friendly! We will be staying again!"
United States
Krissy M.
The price is AED 496
AED 698 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house

Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house
Jefferson
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great location. "
United States
Lindsey W.
The price is AED 413
AED 841 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Sleeps 6. Pets welcome. Wi-Fi. 3 bedroom house
Exterior

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU

1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
West Des Moines
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (8 reviews)
"The location was absolutely perfect being on the very edge of Des Moines. It was quiet, no city distractions and very private. The space was very clean and Clayton was very friendly and personable. We definitely would stay again!"
United States
Melissa C.
The price is AED 380
AED 652 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Jun - 4 Jun
1-bedroom, 3 Gig-Fiber WiFi, timbered/view setting in WDM near RecPlex/DMU
Interior

Charming 2-bedroom house in Collins with AC, WiFi

Charming 2-bedroom house in Collins with AC, WiFi
Collins
7.8 out of 10, Good, (10 reviews)
"Great little place and quiet. Clean and everything in working order"
United States
Doug D.
The price is AED 380
AED 592 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Charming 2-bedroom house in Collins with AC, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Peaceful 2-bedroom house in Moulton, close to lakes and public hunting.

Peaceful 2-bedroom house in Moulton, close to lakes and public hunting.
Moulton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Beautiful home- very clean- very quietGreat accommodations!Hosts are very congenial to work with. 6 Stars! "
United States
Diane S.
The price is AED 364
AED 652 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Peaceful 2-bedroom house in Moulton, close to lakes and public hunting.
Exterior

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"What a great place to stay! "
United States
Annie P.
The price is AED 430
AED 975 total
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Cute tiny home with everything you need!

Cute tiny home with everything you need!
Cedar Falls
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"So cozy and comfy!"
United States
Jenny C.
The price is AED 364
AED 815 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Cute tiny home with everything you need!
TV, fireplace, offices

The Gathering House — Hot Tub | Arcade Attic | Fenced Yard | Sleeps 10

The Gathering House — Hot Tub | Arcade Attic | Fenced Yard | Sleeps 10
Drake
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"We had a great stay! The house was perfect for our group of 6 people, with plenty of room for everyone. The house was clean and cozy and the hot tub was an amazing treat. Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Ashley L.
The price is AED 393
AED 1,407 total
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
The Gathering House — Hot Tub | Arcade Attic | Fenced Yard | Sleeps 10
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

3-bedroom house in peaceful Des Moines with WiFi, AC cat/dogs allowed

3-bedroom house in peaceful Des Moines with WiFi, AC cat/dogs allowed
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Nice place!"
United States
Timothy P.
The price is AED 413
AED 648 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
3-bedroom house in peaceful Des Moines with WiFi, AC cat/dogs allowed
TV, offices

2BR Family Charmer Duplex near Drake

2BR Family Charmer Duplex near Drake
Des Moines
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (4 reviews)
"Was in town for work and was the perfect cozy and private place to be in."
United States
Genaro M.
The price is AED 295
AED 974 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
2BR Family Charmer Duplex near Drake
Interior

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
Fairground
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Rooms clean. Location great! Host was easy to communicate with and very friendly!"
United States
Lily T.
The price is AED 466
AED 843 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
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Top Central Iowa Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA

10/10 Excellent
"We were so grateful for the warm, clean pool after a long day of driving. The breakfast had a big variety, the oatmeal and pastries were good. Everything met our expectations. Thank you."
Tom 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Ankeny IA - Des Moines IA