Vacation rentals in Gowrie

Retreat in a Stunning House

Indulge in this luxurious, light-filled, architecturally unique, and tranquil house, nearby the university. Marvel in this 3-level spacious house w/ 3-level decks and terraced garden at the edge of the woods/park. Enjoy evening outdoor fire bowl, watch birds, deer, and other wildlife, & stroll down deer trails to Clear Creek. min. stay 2 nights. No window shades! Not for dark bedroom sleep. Not w/chair accessible. not for guests with woods-related allergies. $25/night for each guest after two.

Small Town Mansion

Step into the charm of this beautiful early-1900s Sears & Roebuck home—truly a one-of-a-kind getaway. Located in the heart of Guthrie Center, you’ll be just 15 miles north of I-80 and 8 miles west of Lake Panorama. Enjoy peaceful mornings on the front porch or stretch out and relax in the spacious living room. A large and thoughtfully curated book collection awaits any reading enthusiast. The entire home is yours to settle into, unwind and make your own! Ample parking-double car garage & street.

Historic Home on 4 Acres - Hot Tub, Pool, Tiki Bar

Our 1948 vacation home is on 4 acres & boasts 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, Bridal Suite (4th bedroom), 70s TV/Game Room, Tiki Bar, & Children's Playroom. Outside we have a pool (guaranteed to be open 5/26 - 9/5) & hot tub (year round). Located 15min away from Downtown DSM & a mile away from a grocery store/restaurants. Up to 2 dogs allowed for an additional fee. ***Events/photo shoots are allowed with written permission only and will be an added fee. No events larger than 25 total.***

Old Barn Remodel Unique, Artsy, Solar, Glamping!

Open floor plan ground level historic barn turned into an airbnb. All new kitchen area built. Okay fast wifi, Iowa State 10 mins away, Iowa rural but close to ames. Sleep in a trailer, sleep in a boat! Super chill atmosphere on 3 acres with porch to enjoy. Hotel accommodations like air conditioning, heat, clean sheets, towels and coffee/tea but camping style. The barn is self check-in (late arrival friendly) and check out. If needing only 1 night Sun-Thur just ask for offer. Gay Friendly!

Raccoon River Retreats

Come & experience the magic of this unique getaway,where the warmth of a renovated 1900's home meets the natural wonders of the Raccoon River. 30min from DSM,Ia.Whether you enjoy an adventure on the river of kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing,a peaceful moment along the biking trails,cozy up with a cup of coffee by the fireplace or a fire in the outdoor fire pit,our retreat has an idyllic setting to create lasting memories.A scenic landmark, local restaurant,Dairy shop & Dollar General are near

The Garden Home

Enjoy a peaceful getaway in this beautiful midcentury modern home in south Ames. Perfect for family or a group of friends looking to spend quality time together. The home provides the following, highlighted amenities: - Large 3 Seasons Patio -Gym in the basement - Grill - Balcony & Coffee bar in Master Bedroom - Two Smart TV’s - Board Games - Heated Two Stall Garage -PingPong Table -Wii And much more! The Garden home resides in a quiet neighborhood in South Ames only 1 mile away from HWY 30!

Boone's Bodacious Bungalow - A Cozy 2 Bedroom Stay

With 2 bedrooms and a queen-sized hide-a-bed, this cozy little place will comfortably sleep 5. This quiet neighborhood can be enjoyed hanging out on the front porch or out back on the patio. Washer and dryer downstairs if you need to do laundry and all the necessities to make a meal in the kitchen. Just a few minutes from downtown Boone and the Boone Speedway, a short 17 miles to Jack Trice Stadium/Hilton Coliseum in Ames, and less than an hour to the Des Moines International Airport.

The Rookery Cottage - Access scenic hiking trails

This rustic cottage is a quiet retreat in the heart of the Middle Raccoon River Valley. Situated on a private acreage within Whiterock Conservancy, guests can easily access 40mi+ of scenic hiking and mountain biking trails, float the nearby river, or enjoy dark sky viewing. A "rookery" is a nesting site for herons, a bird that prefers quiet, undisturbed habitat near water. And so the Rookery Cottage seeks to provide a natural escape from the daily grind.

Woodsy Country Cottage near Boone and Ames

Just a mile from Seven Oaks Recreation Area! 5 miles west of Boone just off Highway 30, this cute and cozy space offers upscale privacy on a wooded lot within 30 minutes of Ames and 50 minutes from Des Moines. This is a guest house on the same lot as the owners, so pride of ownership abounds. It was originally built for the owners' parents and is universally accessible including extra wide doors, fully accessible kitchen and roll-in shower.

Relaxing galaxy bell tent getaway

Come sleep under the stars in this cozy galaxy bell tent. You can enjoy a good nights sleep in the comfortable King bed and stay comfortable with an air conditioner and heater. There is also a fridge for keeping your food fresh. Soak up nature while you hike the trails around Oak Haven Acres, a 32 acre farm in rural Iowa. For your security we have a trail camera at the beginning of the driveway that won’t intrude on your privacy.

Pattee’s Place - 2 bedrooms 2 bath

I welcome guests to a safe quiet neighborhood. This is a cape cod style home with Bedroom 1 on main level and Bedroom 2 on second floor. Please note, there is no bathroom on the second floor. The kitchen, dining area, full bath and comfortable living room are also on main level. The laundry and additional 3/4 bath are located in basement. I do not charge a cleaning fee at this time.

Peaceful farm near bike trail

Modern home with beautiful views in all seasons, large fireplace and full kitchen. Four bedrooms (with 5 beds) and two bathrooms. Less than a mile from HWY 141, approx 1.5 miles from Jamaica, 7 miles to Perry and 50 miles from the Des Moines airport. A stone's throw from the Raccoon River Valley Trail.