
House vacation rentals in West Des Moines
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Executive Living 2min to Jordan Creek 6 bed/5 bath
Welcome home! Enjoy almost 4000 sq feet of high end luxury living! > Best West Des Moines Location on Airbnb! Minutes to Jordan Creek & West Glen > 6 Bed - 5 bath > Beautiful full sized kitchen > Pool table & Wet Bar In basement > Oversized Master bedroom w/ 75" TV & master bathroom > Jetted soaking tub in master bath > 3 kings, 1 queen, 2 fulls and bunk bed w/ twin over full > Deck with bbq grill, patio furniture and gas firepit > Smart TV's in all rooms. 75" in Master and 65" in living room!

MidCentury, technicolor Ranch w/yard, w+d, parking
- Ranch home in Des Moines' friendly Beaverdale neighborhood - Steps from grocery store, ice cream shop+dining - Blocks to more dining+shops - Less than 5 minutes from Drake University - Around 10 minutes from downtown, Des Moines, Arts Center, parks - Easy access within 15 minutes to suburbs - 1000+ feet with open living, dining and kitchen, 2 beds, 1 bath, laundry and on-site parking - Outdoor front porch, back patio+fire pit - Perfect for a family or two couples ***Send your special requests!

Gray Manor
Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located home in West Des Moines, just off I-35. A bike trail leading to parks and local businesses runs through the backyard. With comfortable furnishings, and spacious rooms it's perfect for gathering with friends and family. Mere minutes from West Glen Town Center or Jordan Creek Mall! During your stay you'll have access to 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living rooms, and large deck with grill.

Sassy, Fun, Adult Getaway! Gameroom!
Prof. designed w/feminine sass, this space has so many details to make you smile! From the cuss word coffee bar to the game room, to the aromatic scent bar to the adult themed card/board games, to the choice of soft cheetah print robes & luxurious throw blankets, no detail has been left out. Walking dist. to restaurants, bars, coffee shops, grocery stores, a spa/nail place & easy access to the bike trails & I235. 10 mins to downtown DSM or the nightlife of West Glen. Super safe, quiet nbrhood.

Cozy Historic Escape
This comfortable bungalow is stylish with historic charm. The front porch is perfect for morning coffee. The main living space has original hardwood floors and classic brick fireplace with craftsman style built-ins. The house also has fenced in backyard with patio for enjoying temperate days. It is centrally and conveniently located close to Des Moines Playhouse, ~6 minutes from Wells Fargo Arena and Downtown Des Moines, ~13 minutes to Jordan Creek Town Center, and ~15 minutes to DSM Airport.

Comfy & Clean Family Home PacMan, back deck, toys!
You'll love this well appointed 3 BR home nestled in a quiet west-side residential neighborhood just minutes from everything. Cook for the family from its well supplied kitchen. Stream your favorite show in one of the 2 living areas with smart 55in & 65in TVs. Downstairs there's a kids' foosball table & Ms. PacMan arcade game, toys for toddlers & adult board games. Enjoy the back deck with gas grill and outdoor dining overlooking the yard. Restaurants & shopping are also nearby. Welcome Home!

Effortless Landing near Airport!
Welcome to the Effortless Landing! Our super clean and comfy, Boho style retreat. Private keyless entry with off street parking. Enjoy a queen bed, additional pull out queen bed in the couch, great local coffee, & all the amenities like fiber wifi, TV, full kitchen, & laundry. Add that to the wonderful surroundings of the city of Des Moines, in a quiet, centrally located neighborhood. Conveniently located 4 minutes from the Des Moines International Airport, & 7 minutes to Downtown Des Moines!

Drake neighborhood cottage
Great location, close to Drake University (less than 2 miles). Two Master, King bed bedrooms each with newly renovated bathrooms, with beautiful tile showers and smart toilets. This is a cozy home that is perfect for four adults, or a family of four. Newly remodeled kitchen with new refrigerator, gas range and dishwasher. Hardwood floors throughout the home, with tiled kitchen and baths. Conveniently located within a short walk to the Waveland Cafe (300 ft), a favorite breakfast spot.

Peaceful Setting & Modern Style
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and retreat to your own private oasis with this charming 2 Bedroom Airbnb. The house provides present-day amenities while still honoring the original 1930s character. You’ll enjoy a new and sparkling clean kitchen, complete with all the appliances and utensils you need. The bathroom, laundry, dining room, reading nook and living room have all been beautifully updated as well, ensuring that you'll feel right at home from the moment you arrive.

The Carol Anne-Charming 2bd/2ba Victorian near DT!
This Victorian-era duplex is the perfect mix of Victorian and modern for all the comforts of home. Perfect for quick or extended trips. Location can't be beat: Walking distance to Drake University. Minutes by car to downtown, hospitals, Ingersoll district and proximity to I-235 gets you anywhere in the city. Off street parking/electronic locks make check-in a easy. 2 large bedrooms w/queen beds, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, laundry, closets, and more making it ideal for multiple guests!

Newly Remodeled Home with Walk-In Shower
My home is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood of Ankeny with a 16 min. drive to downtown Des Moines and Wells Fargo Arena. The high trestle trail is about 8 blocks away with a nice park 1 block away. The highlight of my home is the newly remodeled bedrooms and bathroom. There are queen beds in each of the bedrooms. The guest bed is brand new. The living room has a 55” LG OLED 4k TV with a PlayStation 5. I have high-speed cable internet with cable through slingTV.

Woodland Heights hist. district house on the hill.
Beautiful historic duplex house in the heart of woodland heights. Walking distance to downtown and next to Ingersoll avenue which is full of shops, bars, restaurants and more. Our place allows 2 parking spots on site with a side entrance to your upstairs Airbnb. The 800+ sq ft space includes a private kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, living room, and balcony with views of downtown. Picnic table and grassy area below balcony can be used on those nice Iowa days.
Popular amenities for West Des Moines house rentals
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New Arrival Peaceful Comfort Calm & Private

Comfortable and Spacious Five Bedroom Home

Urbandale Oasis

Ankeny Stay | Gym | Game Room | Spa | BBQ | I-35

Sleeps 16/GameRM/Pool/Hot tub/Large backyard/Pets

Summer House DSM

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Graceland Acreage w/ Party Barn!
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Des Moines Bungalow in Drake University Area

Pet friendly with swim spa near the DSM airport

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Charming Remodeled Home

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CozyHouse w/ HotTub, Sleeps 8,3BR,2BA,2LvngRms

The Cottage on Prairie Street

The Cactus House: Single Family Home w/KING BED!
When is the best time to visit West Des Moines?
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West Des Moines vacation rentals start at € 17 per night before taxes and fees

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70 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

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50 properties have a dedicated workspace

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80 of West Des Moines vacation rentals include wi-fi access

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4.8 Average rating
West Des Moines stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
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