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Spacious ranch home close to parks, golf courses, and restaurants

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Game room
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, computer monitors
Exterior
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13162 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Ankeny, IA
  • Otter Creek Golf Course
    4 min drive
  • Ankeny Art Center
    6 min drive
  • Des Moines Area Community College
    7 min drive
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    46 min drive

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About the area

Ankeny

Located in Ankeny, this vacation home is on a lake, a 4-minute drive from Otter Creek Golf Course and 6 minutes from Ankeny Art Center. .This family-friendly vacation home is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Des Moines Area Community College and 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Ankeny Dog Park.
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What's nearby

  • Otter Creek Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Des Moines Area Community College - 7 min drive
  • Adventureland - 18 min drive
  • Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino - 18 min drive
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Slim Chickens - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬19 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.

Spacious ranch home close to parks, golf courses, and restaurants

Our four bedroom three full bath home boasts two large living areas (each with 65" TVs), dining area, full kitchen, game room (darts, pool table, poker/bumper pool table, and wet bar area), lots of toys for kids, tons of board games, jet tub, & rainfall shower, YoutubeTV and HBO Max to enjoy on all TVs during your stay!

Located in a quiet neighborhood close to parks with easy Highway 69 & I-35 access!

Within 20 minutes of Adventureland, Wells Fargo Arena/Hy-Vee Hall, Cascade Falls waterpark, Urban Air, Center Grove Orchard, indoor golf simulator, & breweries.

Outside you'll enjoy a fenced in yard with a large deck, pergola, and patio area. There's no shortage of space and entertainment for all ages!

Main level includes:
Fully stocked kitchen with cookwares and all major appliances
Washer and dryer - free to use
Kitchen counter peninsula with bar seating for 3
Dining area with large dining table seating for 6
Second dining area with seating for 4
Living area seating for the entire family and friends with a 65" smart TV
A primary suite with King bed, 55" smart TV, attached bathroom with waterfall shower, 6 jet panel, with hand shower.
Bedroom 2 with a standalone queen bed and large closet
Bedroom 3 with a bunk bed (twin over full) and twin bed with large closet
Bathroom 2 with toilet, full shower and tub

Lower level includes:
A secondary suite with King bed (attached bonus room has twin daybed and a twin trundle), attached bathroom with shower/jet tub to relax in!
Second living area includes seating for the entire family and friends with a 65" smart TV.
Dedicated workstation with desk, ergonomic chair, 27" widescreen monitor (HDMI, DVI, or VGA), and Chromebox for basic internet surfing & email.
Nook with futon/click clack next to kids play area, with books, toys, toy kitchen, & a cabinet full of board games.
Table that reveals bumper pool when top is removed, or flip tabletop over for traditional poker tabletop.
A separate game room with pool table, dart board in cabinet enclosure, a wet-bar with mini-fridge, and wall mounted 32" smart TV.

Outdoors:
A large deck with patio table and chairs covered by a pergola.
Well maintained grass back yard.
Stepping off the deck you will find a paver patio with seating and a propane grill.

Close to Prairie Ridge sports complex, Georgetown park, and two golf courses! Easy I-35 access makes travel to nearby Ames, Altoona, or Des Moines a breeze!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom with a shower/tub combination features a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Abby & Jeff

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Jetted
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1743 sq ft (162 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Fee of $20 per dog will be added.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Many child and infant items available!

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
Note from host: Please be respectful of neighbors
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Spacious ranch home close to parks, golf courses, and restaurants Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Hood weekend
Abby & Jeff were very nice to work with. The house was very nice and clean. We enjoyed the pool table and darts in the basement. The backyard deck with table and chairs was nice to have. The fenced in yard was great to have for my daughter’s dog when she came to visit us. Only downfall was the central air conditioning wasn’t working on our 2nd evening so it made for an uncomfortable evening. That was not something that Jeff & Abby could control, but they did have extra fans available and asked if there was anything they could do for us. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

angie s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location & Fantastic Space
This property is in a great location. It is well-maintained and perfect for a group of friends or extended family. We especially enjoyed spending time downstairs around the pool table and bar area. Plus, the upstairs kitchen and living area were open so we could enjoy conversation while cooking and watching TV. The hosts were very responsive to questions and issues. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Business Trip
Great place, very comfortable and roomy. All the needed essentials for a group. Very nice neighborhood as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Taylor D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer Stay with Friends
The property was great and as advertised! In a friendly neighborhood with access to plenty of entertainment and amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Softball
We stayed while our duaghter/granddaughter played in a softball tourney. Very at home feel and space for everyone to have private stay. Renters were more than helpful with questions and check-in. The neighborhood is quiet and it was perfect access for us to Waukee, Grimes, and Des Moines. Plenty of food and convenience stores nearby. Felt right at home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Awesome house that’s well taken care of and accommodating. Wouldn’t hurt to spray for insects and put some ant traps down by the patio door. We noticed a couple of ants the first morning but with making sure everything stayed clean, we didn’t see any on our following nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
This house was perfect for our family gathering. We found it well-stocked with kitchenware, games, activities and gathering spaces. The bedrooms were comfortable and nicely accommodated our group of eleven. The house is located in a quiet residential neighborhood that’s convenient and easily accessible. Hosts Abby and Jeff provided us with everything we needed to know about the property so check-in and getting settled were very easy. We certainly hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Faith U., Atlanta, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay and perfect house!
My family and I had a wonderful stay! The house completely met our needs, including a perfect place for our mini doodle to be able to join us. Abby and Jeff were extremely responsive and the perfect hosts. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
What a wonderful stay for my family. We were able to all be together. Ate our meals together. Didn’t have to stay in a smelly, crowed hotel. Plenty of space for all to spread out. Wonderful house. Well stocked with necessities. Couldn’t have been better. Will do again when we all gather in Ankeny
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karma K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
We had extended family come to town from several different states for our granddaughter’s 1st birthday. This house was perfect to accommodate all of us from a newborn to 80 year old Great-grandmother. The house has a great open concept which allowed us plenty of room to all be together during the day and yet provided good privacy with bedrooms separated between levels at night. We will definitely stay here again! Highly recommend this home to anyone visiting Ankeny, Iowa.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House!
Our group’s second stay here and it was just as great as our first stay! Highly recommend this property and location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House
The house was perfect for our family get together, lots of space, great quality and very clean. Check-in was very simple and the hosts were great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend stay with fiends
3 of my veteran deployment buddies and I get together each February to go ice fishing, but the weather just wasn't cooperating this year. We opted instead to stay at this property for the weekend, and enjoyed it immensely. We didn't do much besides BBQ, play cards, and shoot pool & darts downstairs (which was a huge bonus about the house!), just enjoying some reunion time together. The hosts were very accommodating and easy to work with, even allowing one of us to bring his service dog. The house was very clean and would 100% stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again!
Jeff and Abby are fantastic hosts. Very easy to communicate with. It's been 4 years since our whole family has been able to be together. The home had everything we needed and so many good spaces for conversation, eating and entertainment. Would definitely use this home again and recommend it for anyone looking for something in the Ankeny area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Christmas vacation with family !
We scheduled a last minute trip to see family over Christmas in Ankeny. There was only 1 VRBO available in town to accommodate our crew. Place was great, perfect for our time with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful house!!
If I could give this property 100 stars I would!! It is amazing!! We were in town for my daughter's wedding reception and this house filled every need!! We even had a sendoff brunch for family and friends and the space fit us all!! You will want for nothing in this house. Completely stocked right down to the comfy throw blankets in the living room. We felt like we were home. Great communication with our hosts!! We loved it and we're so grateful to have a house that felt like home!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Celebration
This house was well located for my family coming in from Nebraska, Missouri, and northern Iowa. It was spacious, very clean and with great amenities. We were able to have a great Christmas celebration without being on top of each other. Also bonus surprise was the Christmas tree!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family gathering
Very clean property just as listed. 13 of us from 1 to 74 had a great family time together. Highlights included a pool tournament organized by 9 yr old grandson. Grandpa won.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda s., ANITA, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Get Together
We stayed for a weekend at this property and it was wonderful. Lots of room for everyone to roam and enough beds for all of us. It was clean and spotless and would highly recommend this property to anyone. Loved seeing the Christmas lights in the neighborhood that was up. It was a good experience for all of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home, Something for Everyone
Selected this home for location and that it sleeps so many. In the area for a family wedding. Groom’s grandparents were very comfortable in the master suite and kiddos (and adults) had much to occupy themselves in the lower level. Nice flow between the kitchen (the ultimate gathering place) and upper level living area, but very comfortable in both living spaces. Although too chilly to spend much time outside, the deck and backyard were also very nice. A plus, we were allowed to pull the grandparent’s vehicle in the garage for warmer unloading and loading. Kitchen was perfect for the few meals prepared and shared during our stay. Another wedding in the area, if any, we would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ankeny golf trip
Great accommodations and location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bartlett Funeral
This was my first experience with VRBO. We were there for my parents funeral. I knew that it would be a difficult time and I wanted the family to be together and not in separate hotel rooms. Abby and Jeff's property was everything they said it was and the house felt like home. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 living areas, pool table, nice outdoor deck with gas grill gave us room to be together or just a little time alone if needed. The neighborhood was clean, well maintained and safe. When I am sad, one of my escapes is to bake. I was delighted to see the kitchen was fully stocked with sheet pans, mixer, small appliances, dishes, silverware, utensils, etc. which we fully took advantage of by making cookies at 10:30 PM after returning from a day of funeral activities and inviting a close friend over for steak and Iowa sweet corn for dinner the following night. Staying there was much more enjoyable that being separated in hotel rooms and eating out every meal!!! Thank you Abby and Jeff for making our temporary stay so comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf Weekend
We played golf all over the Des Moines area and chose this house as home base. The house was fantastic. Everyone had their own room and space. The house wasw super clean and modern. Would stay again if in the area! Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family of 10!
Very clean house that met our needs. Easy to locate, easy entry and enjoyed the pool table that converted to ping pong, and the additional board games at night. Loved the deck for meals and the different seating areas in the house. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a get together
This was a perfect location to get together with friends. There was adequate space with numerous great areas to hang out. Whether it was the patio on the back porch, the game room in the basement, or the living room upstairs there was always plenty of room for our group. The house was clean and we never felt cramped. The game room in the basement was an incredible area for our competitive bunch to hang out! It would be a great place for anyone hoping to have a small get together or reunion of friends or family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023