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Our top choices for Indianola vacation rentals

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1. 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, (18 reviews)
"Loved it, every thing was awesome."
United States
Adam b.
The price is AED 496
AED 694 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
The Hen House Country Living with Farm Life Appeal Indianola, IA
A serene lake with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

2. Relaxing River Escape | Pet-Friendly Cozy Cabins | Near Yellow Banks Park

Relaxing River Escape | Pet-Friendly Cozy Cabins | Near Yellow Banks Park
Hartford
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great little home with plenty to do outside. "
United States
Danielle L.
The price is AED 779
AED 1,121 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Relaxing River Escape | Pet-Friendly Cozy Cabins | Near Yellow Banks Park
A spacious living room with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table. Large windows allow natural light to fill the space.

3. Huge barndominium homestead in Carlisle, just miles from airport/downtown DSM

Huge barndominium homestead in Carlisle, just miles from airport/downtown DSM
Carlisle
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"It was a great stay!"
United States
Rylie V.
The price is AED 1,818
AED 3,118 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Huge barndominium homestead in Carlisle, just miles from airport/downtown DSM
A staircase leading to a living room with a sofa, a table, and a window with curtains.

4. Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown

Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"We loved the house and all the gathering spaces. "
United States
Pat L.
The price is AED 528
AED 1,694 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Blending Luxury with Historic Elegance Steps from Downtown
A rustic outdoor setting with a fire pit, a covered grill, and a house with a porch.

5. Enjoy nature in this 1-bedroom cabin with AC/Heat in rural Knoxville, Iowa.

Enjoy nature in this 1-bedroom cabin with AC/Heat in rural Knoxville, Iowa.
Knoxville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"This cabin is breathtaking. The views are a perfect nature stay without having to be “ too far away “ . There’s a beautiful trail that you can walk while there . Words and pictures don’t do this place justice . The host was so sweet . They really took their time with putting this place together . A bonus is that we even had some of the best sour dough bread of our life prepared by the host .For my family : we wanted to find somewhere to stay that wasn’t too far from home , but wasn’t just your...
United States
Virginia H.
The price is AED 551
AED 659 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Enjoy nature in this 1-bedroom cabin with AC/Heat in rural Knoxville, Iowa.
A garden with a stream, rocks, and flowers.

6. 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, (414 reviews)
"This place was so incredibly cute. We loved our little getaway for our first anniversary and we had everything we needed and more. Thank you for providing such a great place, we’ll definitely be back!!"
United States
Genevieve P.
The price is AED 359
AED 628 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Beautiful Rustic Barn just waiting for you to kick back and relax.
Terrace/patio

7. Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa

Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa
Lacona
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Great quiet atmosphere. Nice place to relax."
United States
Gary S.
The price is AED 367
AED 501 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Mulberry Cottage Farm-Stay. A unique farm-stay in Southern Iowa
A serene lake with a fountain, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

8. Pet-Friendly River Escape | A-Frame Cabin w/ Kitchen | Close to Trails

Pet-Friendly River Escape | A-Frame Cabin w/ Kitchen | Close to Trails
Hartford
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"All was wonderful! We had a great time! The RV park/campground was relaxing, well maintained, had friendly staff, and all the amenities. We would return and definitely recommend renting one of these A-frame cabins. The cabin had all the necessities and more! "
United States
Tiffany H.
The price is AED 779
AED 1,121 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Pet-Friendly River Escape | A-Frame Cabin w/ Kitchen | Close to Trails
A living room with a black sofa, a white ottoman, a small table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

9. Walk to Knoxville Raceway! 3BR, Fire Pit, Near Lake Red Rock & Pella

Walk to Knoxville Raceway! 3BR, Fire Pit, Near Lake Red Rock & Pella
Knoxville
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"This is a great place close to track and is very clean will definitely stay here again"
United States
Sara B.
The price is AED 569
AED 2,008 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Walk to Knoxville Raceway! 3BR, Fire Pit, Near Lake Red Rock & Pella
A residential neighborhood with a house featuring a stone foundation, a sloped roof, and a front yard with a tree and a small garden.

10. Beautiful home minutes from downtown!

Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious. Good location to downtown. Very comfortable home. Would recommend and would stay again!!"
United States
Melissa W.
The price is AED 430
AED 1,008 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Beautiful home minutes from downtown!
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a brown leather sofa, and a large window with a view of bare trees.

11. Centrally Located Wooded A-Frame

Centrally Located Wooded A-Frame
Southwestern Hills
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"another great stay very peaceful and quiet will stay here again"
United States
chris s.
The price is AED 717
AED 1,334 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Centrally Located Wooded A-Frame
A sunroom with wicker furniture, large windows, and a ceiling fan.

12. Whole house! Clean Hot tub~Library~Fire Pit~Screen Porch~Stocked Kitchen~Garage

Whole house! Clean Hot tub~Library~Fire Pit~Screen Porch~Stocked Kitchen~Garage
Fairground
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great trip and nice house in great location. Would recommend!"
United States
Jerry G.
The price is AED 878
AED 1,588 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Whole house! Clean Hot tub~Library~Fire Pit~Screen Porch~Stocked Kitchen~Garage
A two-story house with a front porch, a red garage door, and a brick wall with a star emblem.

13. Spacious Farmhouse beautifully decorated waiting for laughs and memories

Spacious Farmhouse beautifully decorated waiting for laughs and memories
New Virginia
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Todd W.
The price is AED 436
AED 728 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Spacious Farmhouse beautifully decorated waiting for laughs and memories
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling light fixture, a window with blinds, and a door.

14. The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
Fairground
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Rooms clean. Location great! Host was easy to communicate with and very friendly!"
United States
Lily T.
The price is AED 458
AED 1,077 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate
A house by a lake with a covered porch and a satellite dish.

15. Cozy pond house nestled in nature waiting for you to enjoy

Cozy pond house nestled in nature waiting for you to enjoy
Osceola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Very clean and really nice place. The host is professional and kind. I would definitely stay again."
United States
Mike
The price is AED 422
AED 656 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Cozy pond house nestled in nature waiting for you to enjoy
A two-story house with a well-maintained lawn and a visible address number.

16. • Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •

• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •
Des Moines
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Multiple rooms set ups with 3 bathrooms made this great for our family to stay. "
United States
R G.
The price is AED 1,240
AED 2,507 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
• Casa Dean sleeps 20 close to Fairgrounds and Downtown Des Moines •
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a view, and a large window.

17. The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View

The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View
Downtown Des Moines
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (61 reviews)
"Host was incredibly helpful abd provided any extra amenities needed. Great location! Will stay there again!"
United States
Amber D.
The price is AED 430
AED 934 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Cartier Lux DT Apt w/Skyline View
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a microwave, stove, and a dishwasher.

18. Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.

Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.
Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Clean, beautiful home."
United States
Shayla
The price is AED 551
AED 987 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Large, modern house with all the comforts of home in a perfect location.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

19. The Love Shack | Spacious Family Getaway • 5BR/3BA • 10 Mins to Downtown

The Love Shack | Spacious Family Getaway • 5BR/3BA • 10 Mins to Downtown
Windsor Heights
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Perfect spot for our family celebrating a graduation. Host was SO Accommodating."
United States
Tim B.
The price is AED 605
AED 1,797 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
The Love Shack | Spacious Family Getaway • 5BR/3BA • 10 Mins to Downtown
A rooftop patio with outdoor furniture, a pergola, and a cityscape view.

20. Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios

Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios
Downtown Des Moines
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Great host, location, and VRBO."
United States
Robin H.
The price is AED 579
AED 1,055 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Downtown Skyline Views in Modern Townhome with Rooftop Patios
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GrandStay Hotel & Suites

GrandStay Hotel & Suites

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"Clean, new hotel."
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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Indianola?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals in Indianola close to Buxton Park Arboretum, or you can choose a more remote option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Indianola is known for its festivals and museums. Make sure you have time to check out the art and baseball games during your trip.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Indianola has to offer?

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How many vacation rentals are there in Indianola?

Choose from 6 Expedia vacation rentals in Indianola for a memorable vacation.

What can I see and do in Indianola?

Enjoy the outdoors at Lake Ahquabi State Park and Buxton Park Arboretum, or simply take in cultural attractions like National Balloon Museum and Des Moines Metro Opera. Other places in town to visit include Indianola Country Club and Blank Performing Arts Center.

What are vacation rentals like in Indianola?

Vacation rentals are privately owned accommodations you can stay in for several days or more in Indianola. Vacation rentals offer extras such as hot tubs, fire pits, and patios so you'll be comfy for your stay. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, vacation rentals can offer a sense of privacy away from public hotel elevators and busy concierge desks while still allowing you to travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is an attractive option for a small group gathering.