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Cozy Highland Park Bungalow

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Property grounds
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Drake University
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the area

Des Moines

With a stay at this vacation home in Des Moines, you'll be a 5-minute drive from Casey's Center and 6 minutes from Drake University. .This vacation home is 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds and 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Adventureland.
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What's nearby

  • Iowa Events Center - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Casey's Center - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Drake University - 6 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 12 min drive - 9.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Scooter’s Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chicago Speakeasy - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mariscos El Capitan - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Highland Park Bungalow

Cozy Highland Park bungalow with lots of character. Easy access to downtown, East Village, hospitals, interstates 80/35, and local universities. Quick driving distance to the fairgrounds. Conveniently located in one of Des Moines' charming historic neighborhoods, Highland Park/Oak Park. Short walking distance to a coffee shop with rotating treats, a bakery that is home to the "Best Donut in Iowa", one of the oldest Italian restaurants in DSM, and unique local shopping.

Off street parking is included and check-in is a breeze. This adorable house was built in the 1920s and offers three bedrooms- enough to comfortably sleep 6. 1 Gig internet speeds and designated office/work space. Well appointed kitchen and comfortable dining and living spaces make this ideal for weekend getaways or long stays. Wake up to fresh brew from local coffee shops with the provided coffee machine or French press. Put your feet up on the porch or be shaded by mature trees on the patio while bird-watching when the weather allows. In colder months, stay warm curled up with a book from our library and enjoy the views through original windows with gorgeous wavy glass. Unwind at the end of the day with your favorite shows on the television via Chromecast. Catch up on rest with comfortable mattresses, soft linens, and blackout curtains.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Reviews

Cozy Highland Park Bungalow Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house smelled of antique wood, it was wonderful. The neighbors are very nice and accommodating as well. Lots of great restaurants nearby and the hosts were great! Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute bungalow

Accommodating host helped us schedule a last minute booking in their very lovely and comfortable home. Plenty of room for our family of 6 with children ages 2-14 for our mini vaca. Loved the hints of historic and original charm in the home as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gloria P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute bungalow

I stayed for a month. Cute older bungalow. The owners were responsive to minor issues. I recommend.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming bungalow

Older but clean with lots of charm. We loved the front porch!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation weekend

It was a very nice little house that met our needs. We especially loved the ice cream store and coffee shop down the street. The house had everything we need and was so charming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super cute bungalow

Girlfriend weekend getaway. Love the local coffee shop we could walk to! Clean, cute house. Comfy beds
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful little house in great part of town

Beautiful property with comfortable furnishings and a kitchen with all the necessities (i.e... good coffee maker). Bathroom was small but functional, nice neighborhood, quick response from owners when I had a question about the TV.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Weekend

A group of friends enjoyed this weekend hanging out. Games were a hit and the out door area was a nice place to relax and play in. House was clean and inviting. Enjoyed sitting on the swing out front too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

Sarah and Chris were great hosts. House was as promised, clean, and close to downtown/all our planned activities. Had plenty of space, quiet evenings, and plenty of cooking/eating/sleeping space for a family of five. When we checked in there was a chirping smoke alarm - Chris was over within half an hour to address the “issue”. Would readily stay here again next time we’re in Des Moines.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean home in a quiet neighborhood

The home was clean and had a nice decor. Hosts were accessible and very easy to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillari B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy & Clean 😊

Lovely little house! The decor made every room feel so cozy and this place was CLEAN! Will definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for Family

This home was a perfect spot for our family of four. Each bedroom was roomy and comfortable. The kitchen containted everything we needed to cook and enjoy meals. The property owners were very attentive and easy to reach when we had questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place!

3 great bedrooms and a nice common area to hang out in. A/C kept us very comfy in the middle of a heat wave! Easy check in process!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edward S., Missouri

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Everything was just as promised, great communication and very pleasant stay for our group;
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

Liked: Cleanliness

In Town for Graduation Party

The house was super clean and had really comfortable beds. Very nice outdoor patio area. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara B., United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend

The house is adorable and perfect for a weekend get away! Very clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M., Cherokee, IA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Bungalow … Sweet Space

In a great little Highland Park neighborhood, close to cafes, groceries, etc, we enjoyed an incredible few days. Though, not nice enough outside to enjoy the expansive yard, we did love the porch swing. The tv didn’t (really) work, but we enjoyed playing games and just hanging out. We’ll, definitely, consider staying again. Our hosts, Chris and Sarah were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nate M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean House

Owners were very responsive to questions through the app. Great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Des Moines

My mom, three young sons and I stayed here while exploring Des Moines and we really enjoyed it. The house is cozy and it was so convenient to get everywhere we wanted to go from the location. Host was very prompt with communication. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent communication

This VRBO was perfect for our trip to this area. Sarah was very quick with communication before, during, and after our stay! This bungalow was a perfect mix of old and new from the design of this house to the decor and updated technology!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

This house was great! Cozy, comfortable. character and stocked with everything we needed. We plan to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Denise A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming home and patio

The house was great; clean with nice sheets and towels. Both the back patio and front porch were great. Also, it was easy to get into town for sightseeing and shopping. It might be beneficial (for out of town quests) to note that it is in a transitional area. Another suggestion would be to add a small toaster and a plastic cutting board (we didn't know if we should use the ones on the wall so we didn't). Overall we loved the charm and cleanliness of the house, as well as the dishes and pans.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, cute bungalow:)

The hosts were wonderful to work with. Access to downtown was very easy and they made the house safe with the ring doorbell. The home was stocked with the kitchen and bathroom necessities. It was very clean and had a cute style. Definitely recommend for a weekend getaway with friends or family!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Babette B., United State

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place in Des Moines

This is a lovely old craftsman style bungalow! It has a lot of the original woodwork such as built-in seating, bookcases, and a desk. It is quite lovely. The neighborhood is quiet, and the place was sparkling clean. Check-in was a breeze. Although we felt completely safe during our stay, a lady we met on one of our walks in the neighborhood mentioned that it is not safe to walk alone at night (this is probably true of many neighborhoods, though). We would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022