Private Cottage Retreat | Fire Pit, Fenced Yard

Entire home in Des Moines, Iowa

  1. 6 guests
  2. 2 bedrooms
  3. 2 beds
  4. 1 bath
Rated 4.86 out of 5 stars.362 reviews
Hosted by Laura
  1. Superhost
  2. 5 years hosting

Listing highlights

Self check-in

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Peace and quiet

Guests say this home is in a quiet area.

Dedicated workspace

A common area with wifi that’s well-suited for working.
Escape to this storybook retreat, just minutes from downtown! Enjoy a fully fenced backyard, perfect for pets or relaxing by the fire pit. Unwind with cozy interiors, board games, and a stocked kitchen with coffee & essentials. Fast WiFi & workspace make it ideal for work or play. No pet fees!

The space
✨ What You’ll Love:
✔ Fully fenced backyard – Perfect for dogs & morning coffee on the deck
✔ Cozy interiors – Thoughtfully designed with soft linens, books, & board games
✔ Outdoor fire pit & seating – Ideal for s’mores & stargazing
✔ Work-friendly setup – Fast WiFi & a dedicated workspace
✔ Stocked kitchen – Coffee, breakfast basics, & cooking essentials
✔ Minutes from everything – 8 min to downtown, 4 min to Starbucks

🐾 Pet-Friendly Perks: No pet fees, dog bowls, treats, & a nearby dog park!

Guest access
Free driveway and street parking!

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Pets allowed

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4.86 out of 5 stars from 362 reviews

Overall rating

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  2. 4 stars, 8% of reviews
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Des Moines, Iowa, United States
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Meet your host

Superhost
564 reviews
4.86 out of 5 average rating
5 years of hosting
My work: HR Director
Fun fact: Dream job as a kid was interior designer
Hello! We are a young couple local to Des Moines who started our Airbnb hosting adventure in August 2021. We are excited to create comfortable and memorable experiences for our guests in our cozy 1929 storybook cottage, and our 1950 disco dreamhouse! We enjoy traveling, meeting new people, and have loved using Airbnb to find fun lodging in other cities. We can't wait to help you create memories of your own in our unique Des Moines home!

Laura is a Superhost

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Host details

Response rate: 96%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm
Must climb stairs