Beautiful Home in Town Acreage
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About this property
Beautiful mid century modern home on an in town acreage. Close to everything with natural setting. Dramatic vaulted ceilings and large windows to the pretty vista. All the amenities of home: Two massive bedrooms and one normal sized bedroom...
Location
Altoona is home to this vacation home. Some of the area's popular attractions include Adventureland and Iowa State Fairgrounds. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Casey's Center or Iowa Events Center.
Pet friendly
Refrigerator
Coffee/Tea maker
TV
Microwave
Hair dryer
Guest reviews of Beautiful Home in Town Acreage
9.9
Exceptional
Based on 80 verified reviews
What guests think
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Travellers describe Beautiful Home in Town Acreage as a quiet, country feel retreat that's still close to the Iowa State Fairgrounds, Adventureland, shopping, and dining, with ample space for groups, big windows with views, and a well equipped kitchen for meals.
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What guests think
Travellers describe Beautiful Home in Town Acreage as a quiet, country feel retreat that's still close to the Iowa State Fairgrounds, Adventureland, shopping, and dining, with ample space for groups, big windows with views, and a well equipped kitchen for meals.
Many highlight very clean, well maintained interiors and comfortable beds. Hosts, especially Steve, earn praise for fast, helpful communication, smooth check in and check out, and quick problem solving. Parking is plentiful, and the yard, patio, and large dining areas suit family gatherings. Expect a peaceful base with responsive hosting.
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Facilities
Guests highlight plenty of off street parking, a yard and patio, and a large, well equipped kitchen and dining spaces suitable for groups.
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10
Courtney W.
23 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed here for a murder mystery party I threw for my husband's 30th birthday party. It was the perfect setting for this event. Plenty of space and a large fridge to hold all the food needed! It had gorgeous views and the windows in the living area were phenomenal! All in all, it exceeded my expectations for this event!
We stayed here for a murder mystery party I threw for my husband's 30th birthday party. It was the perfect setting for this event. Plenty of space and a large fridge to hold all the food needed! It had gorgeous views and the windows in the living area were phenomenal! All in all, it exceeded my expectations for this event!
8
Patty J.
24 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It was a family “girls weekend “. We all had a fabulous time. It was an extremely hot and humid weekend and the house stayed nice and cool. Steve’s house is in a nice quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed watching all the wildlife meandering through the backyard.
It was a family “girls weekend “. We all had a fabulous time. It was an extremely hot and humid weekend and the house stayed nice and cool. Steve’s house is in a nice quiet neighborhood. We enjoyed watching all the wildlife meandering through the backyard.
10
Rhonda m.
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This house is in a quiet location very close to Adventure Land and Walmart. The space was perfect for our 4 teens to spread out and do their own things. There’s a nice yard and patio space as well. We highly recommend this house for large family stays!
This house is in a quiet location very close to Adventure Land and Walmart. The space was perfect for our 4 teens to spread out and do their own things. There’s a nice yard and patio space as well. We highly recommend this house for large family stays!
10
Jill C.
29 May 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
We met my parents there for a long weekend. The yard in late May is more beautiful than the pictures show. So nice to sit outside on the porch and relax. Easy access to Des Moines and surrounding area; drove around Drake University where my Dad graduated 60 years ago. Great location with good restaurants nearby. Lots of new of new stores and development in the Altoona and Ankeny area. Not a bad drive up to Ames/Iowa State and Reiman Gardens either.
We met my parents there for a long weekend. The yard in late May is more beautiful than the pictures show. So nice to sit outside on the porch and relax. Easy access to Des Moines and surrounding area; drove around Drake University where my Dad graduated 60 years ago. Great location with good restaurants nearby. Lots of new of new stores and development in the Altoona and Ankeny area. Not a bad drive up to Ames/Iowa State and Reiman Gardens either.
10
Rebecca R.
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Charming older property with a great view. Quiet neighborhood. Plenty of off street parking for our 3 vehicles. Steve was exceptionally great to work with. During the first day of our stay one of the 2 AC units went out (during the hottest, most humid days) and he was immediately responsive and had a new unit installed by the next day, updating us on the progress the entire time. The home had a large kitchen with lots of counter space for our meal prep. Both the kitchen table and the dining area had ample space for the 6 of us to sit, eat and play games. The check in process and access to the property was simple and Steve even walked me through an issue with my account. The property is close to all the things one would need such as Walmart, Target and Hyvee and plenty of dining options.
Charming older property with a great view. Quiet neighborhood. Plenty of off street parking for our 3 vehicles. Steve was exceptionally great to work with. During the first day of our stay one of the 2 AC units went out (during the hottest, most humid days) and he was immediately responsive and had a new unit installed by the next day, updating us on the progress the entire time. The home had a large kitchen with lots of counter space for our meal prep. Both the kitchen table and the dining area had ample space for the 6 of us to sit, eat and play games. The check in process and access to the property was simple and Steve even walked me through an issue with my account. The property is close to all the things one would need such as Walmart, Target and Hyvee and plenty of dining options.
10
Caroline C.
24 Jun 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
We came to town for a week for a cattle show at the state fairgrounds. We were super pleased with how easy it was to get to and from and anything we would need to stop for was conveniently along the way. House was super comfortable and spacious for our family. Also very private. Things that might just be helpful for a family to know if you're traveling with really little kids or older adults is that the main entrance is up a nice rock stair case. It wasn't an issue for our family but if my parents would have been along it wouldn't have worked out. If we ever find ourselves back in the area we will surely be looking to stay here again.
We came to town for a week for a cattle show at the state fairgrounds. We were super pleased with how easy it was to get to and from and anything we would need to stop for was conveniently along the way. House was super comfortable and spacious for our family. Also very private. Things that might just be helpful for a family to know if you're traveling with really little kids or older adults is that the main entrance is up a nice rock stair case. It wasn't an issue for our family but if my parents would have been along it wouldn't have worked out. If we ever find ourselves back in the area we will surely be looking to stay here again.
10
Rachel P.
30 Jun 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
The property was just as expected or a little more spacious in fact. Had all of the items that we needed and very clean. We were in town for the National Finals Rodeo at the Fairgrounds and was an easy commute.
The property was just as expected or a little more spacious in fact. Had all of the items that we needed and very clean. We were in town for the National Finals Rodeo at the Fairgrounds and was an easy commute.
10
Mary N.
2 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Spacious, clean, well equipped, comfortable! What more could you want?! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
Spacious, clean, well equipped, comfortable! What more could you want?! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
10
Wendy J.
27 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This is our second time at this property and will always be back! Love the comfortable home and beds but really love all the huge windows and the kitchen is so perfect and so big! Love staying here!!
This is our second time at this property and will always be back! Love the comfortable home and beds but really love all the huge windows and the kitchen is so perfect and so big! Love staying here!!
10
JASON D.
25 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I needed extra space to host a couple of relatives coming into town for a visit. The house is on a spacious piece of property with plenty of parking. Peaceful and quiet while close to everything. It’s perfect for a weekend retreat. Large kitchen and dining area ideal for meals and games.
I needed extra space to host a couple of relatives coming into town for a visit. The house is on a spacious piece of property with plenty of parking. Peaceful and quiet while close to everything. It’s perfect for a weekend retreat. Large kitchen and dining area ideal for meals and games.
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Cleanliness
Reviews frequently mention very clean interiors and good maintenance.
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Jared N.
23 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We met up for an early thanksgiving with 4 young children. This property was perfect. Spacious and clean, in a beautiful neighborhood. The property manager was responsive but not invasive. Highly recommend.
We met up for an early thanksgiving with 4 young children. This property was perfect. Spacious and clean, in a beautiful neighborhood. The property manager was responsive but not invasive. Highly recommend.
10
Brad
19 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved the home. Spacious, well maintained
Loved the home. Spacious, well maintained
10
Rachel P.
30 Jun 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
The property was just as expected or a little more spacious in fact. Had all of the items that we needed and very clean. We were in town for the National Finals Rodeo at the Fairgrounds and was an easy commute.
The property was just as expected or a little more spacious in fact. Had all of the items that we needed and very clean. We were in town for the National Finals Rodeo at the Fairgrounds and was an easy commute.
10
Dee F.
27 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Myself, with my 2 longtime best friends, stayed 3 nights at the home, from the 13th to the 16th. We visited the Fair, enjoyed some shopping and a lot of time together. The house is welcoming, the reservation process and communication with the owner were hassle-free and prompt. It was very clean, spacious, comfortable. The location was easily accessible and very quiet. I would recommend staying here, 3 separate bedrooms and bathrooms offer a great deal of privacy and space.
Myself, with my 2 longtime best friends, stayed 3 nights at the home, from the 13th to the 16th. We visited the Fair, enjoyed some shopping and a lot of time together. The house is welcoming, the reservation process and communication with the owner were hassle-free and prompt. It was very clean, spacious, comfortable. The location was easily accessible and very quiet. I would recommend staying here, 3 separate bedrooms and bathrooms offer a great deal of privacy and space.
10
Michelle
17 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Highly recommended for a place to stay! This was the first time we rented a house unsight unseen for our vacation and this house did not disappoint at all! The house was clean, quiet, and comfortable. The location was great! We will be back!
Highly recommended for a place to stay! This was the first time we rented a house unsight unseen for our vacation and this house did not disappoint at all! The house was clean, quiet, and comfortable. The location was great! We will be back!
10
Mary N.
2 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Spacious, clean, well equipped, comfortable! What more could you want?! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
Spacious, clean, well equipped, comfortable! What more could you want?! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
10
Brian N.
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our stay. Home was very close to activities we had planned, which made it very convenient. Everything worked as expected, property was very clean! Check in and check out was a breeze, Steve was great!
Really enjoyed our stay. Home was very close to activities we had planned, which made it very convenient. Everything worked as expected, property was very clean! Check in and check out was a breeze, Steve was great!
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Rooms
The home is spacious and comfortable for groups, with multiple bedrooms and bathrooms offering privacy, plus large windows and views that many enjoyed.
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10
Courtney W.
23 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed here for a murder mystery party I threw for my husband's 30th birthday party. It was the perfect setting for this event. Plenty of space and a large fridge to hold all the food needed! It had gorgeous views and the windows in the living area were phenomenal! All in all, it exceeded my expectations for this event!
We stayed here for a murder mystery party I threw for my husband's 30th birthday party. It was the perfect setting for this event. Plenty of space and a large fridge to hold all the food needed! It had gorgeous views and the windows in the living area were phenomenal! All in all, it exceeded my expectations for this event!
10
Brad
19 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved the home. Spacious, well maintained
Loved the home. Spacious, well maintained
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Jason
2 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Spacious comfortable home. Worked good for our family stay in Altoona.
Spacious comfortable home. Worked good for our family stay in Altoona.
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Mary Ann M.
8 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Our visit was a mix of funeral concert and family gathering. This property was so very accommodating with room for us all. So many activities just around the corner, but we felt so safe and tucked away. It was a incredible fall weekend. Great time to visit this area.
Our visit was a mix of funeral concert and family gathering. This property was so very accommodating with room for us all. So many activities just around the corner, but we felt so safe and tucked away. It was a incredible fall weekend. Great time to visit this area.
10
Caroline C.
24 Jun 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
We came to town for a week for a cattle show at the state fairgrounds. We were super pleased with how easy it was to get to and from and anything we would need to stop for was conveniently along the way. House was super comfortable and spacious for our family. Also very private. Things that might just be helpful for a family to know if you're traveling with really little kids or older adults is that the main entrance is up a nice rock stair case. It wasn't an issue for our family but if my parents would have been along it wouldn't have worked out. If we ever find ourselves back in the area we will surely be looking to stay here again.
We came to town for a week for a cattle show at the state fairgrounds. We were super pleased with how easy it was to get to and from and anything we would need to stop for was conveniently along the way. House was super comfortable and spacious for our family. Also very private. Things that might just be helpful for a family to know if you're traveling with really little kids or older adults is that the main entrance is up a nice rock stair case. It wasn't an issue for our family but if my parents would have been along it wouldn't have worked out. If we ever find ourselves back in the area we will surely be looking to stay here again.
10
Dee F.
27 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Myself, with my 2 longtime best friends, stayed 3 nights at the home, from the 13th to the 16th. We visited the Fair, enjoyed some shopping and a lot of time together. The house is welcoming, the reservation process and communication with the owner were hassle-free and prompt. It was very clean, spacious, comfortable. The location was easily accessible and very quiet. I would recommend staying here, 3 separate bedrooms and bathrooms offer a great deal of privacy and space.
Myself, with my 2 longtime best friends, stayed 3 nights at the home, from the 13th to the 16th. We visited the Fair, enjoyed some shopping and a lot of time together. The house is welcoming, the reservation process and communication with the owner were hassle-free and prompt. It was very clean, spacious, comfortable. The location was easily accessible and very quiet. I would recommend staying here, 3 separate bedrooms and bathrooms offer a great deal of privacy and space.
10
Michelle H.
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This was a repeat stay at this beautiful home! We stayed here last year and loved it so we booked it again for this year. We will definitely be staying here again. The house is located in a nice, quiet, and safe neighborhood and you feel like you are out of city limits. There is so much room for you and your family to spread out and have some privacy! And the endless windows allowed for a great view!The host is so nice and his communication was top notch! He was always available with any questions or inquiries. We would highly recommend this host and this property for your vacation accommodations! Thank you.
This was a repeat stay at this beautiful home! We stayed here last year and loved it so we booked it again for this year. We will definitely be staying here again. The house is located in a nice, quiet, and safe neighborhood and you feel like you are out of city limits. There is so much room for you and your family to spread out and have some privacy! And the endless windows allowed for a great view!The host is so nice and his communication was top notch! He was always available with any questions or inquiries. We would highly recommend this host and this property for your vacation accommodations! Thank you.
10
Mary N.
2 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Spacious, clean, well equipped, comfortable! What more could you want?! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
Spacious, clean, well equipped, comfortable! What more could you want?! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
10
Wendy J.
27 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This is our second time at this property and will always be back! Love the comfortable home and beds but really love all the huge windows and the kitchen is so perfect and so big! Love staying here!!
This is our second time at this property and will always be back! Love the comfortable home and beds but really love all the huge windows and the kitchen is so perfect and so big! Love staying here!!
10
Kevin S.
4 Mar 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very nice place was great for the 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms each couple had their own bathroom which made it great. Nice private place.
Very nice place was great for the 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms each couple had their own bathroom which made it great. Nice private place.
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Service
Hosts, especially Steve, are praised for prompt, friendly communication, smooth check in and out, and proactive help when issues arise or weather hits.
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Barry D.
6 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a large group that traveled into the area for a car show and we decided to rent a house rather than a hotel and we couldn’t have been more happy with what we got with this property.Great communication with our host and it was exactly what we were looking for, looking forward to staying here again
We had a large group that traveled into the area for a car show and we decided to rent a house rather than a hotel and we couldn’t have been more happy with what we got with this property.Great communication with our host and it was exactly what we were looking for, looking forward to staying here again
10
Jared N.
23 Nov 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We met up for an early thanksgiving with 4 young children. This property was perfect. Spacious and clean, in a beautiful neighborhood. The property manager was responsive but not invasive. Highly recommend.
We met up for an early thanksgiving with 4 young children. This property was perfect. Spacious and clean, in a beautiful neighborhood. The property manager was responsive but not invasive. Highly recommend.
10
Don D.
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
House was beautiful in quiet beautiful location. Communication with owner was perfect. For first experience with VRBO, IT WAS EXCELLENT.
House was beautiful in quiet beautiful location. Communication with owner was perfect. For first experience with VRBO, IT WAS EXCELLENT.
10
Brianna M.
2 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful and spacious home. Host was easy to contact and our stay was wonderful.
Beautiful and spacious home. Host was easy to contact and our stay was wonderful.
10
Rebecca R.
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Charming older property with a great view. Quiet neighborhood. Plenty of off street parking for our 3 vehicles. Steve was exceptionally great to work with. During the first day of our stay one of the 2 AC units went out (during the hottest, most humid days) and he was immediately responsive and had a new unit installed by the next day, updating us on the progress the entire time. The home had a large kitchen with lots of counter space for our meal prep. Both the kitchen table and the dining area had ample space for the 6 of us to sit, eat and play games. The check in process and access to the property was simple and Steve even walked me through an issue with my account. The property is close to all the things one would need such as Walmart, Target and Hyvee and plenty of dining options.
Charming older property with a great view. Quiet neighborhood. Plenty of off street parking for our 3 vehicles. Steve was exceptionally great to work with. During the first day of our stay one of the 2 AC units went out (during the hottest, most humid days) and he was immediately responsive and had a new unit installed by the next day, updating us on the progress the entire time. The home had a large kitchen with lots of counter space for our meal prep. Both the kitchen table and the dining area had ample space for the 6 of us to sit, eat and play games. The check in process and access to the property was simple and Steve even walked me through an issue with my account. The property is close to all the things one would need such as Walmart, Target and Hyvee and plenty of dining options.
10
Dee F.
27 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Myself, with my 2 longtime best friends, stayed 3 nights at the home, from the 13th to the 16th. We visited the Fair, enjoyed some shopping and a lot of time together. The house is welcoming, the reservation process and communication with the owner were hassle-free and prompt. It was very clean, spacious, comfortable. The location was easily accessible and very quiet. I would recommend staying here, 3 separate bedrooms and bathrooms offer a great deal of privacy and space.
Myself, with my 2 longtime best friends, stayed 3 nights at the home, from the 13th to the 16th. We visited the Fair, enjoyed some shopping and a lot of time together. The house is welcoming, the reservation process and communication with the owner were hassle-free and prompt. It was very clean, spacious, comfortable. The location was easily accessible and very quiet. I would recommend staying here, 3 separate bedrooms and bathrooms offer a great deal of privacy and space.
10
Michelle H.
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This was a repeat stay at this beautiful home! We stayed here last year and loved it so we booked it again for this year. We will definitely be staying here again. The house is located in a nice, quiet, and safe neighborhood and you feel like you are out of city limits. There is so much room for you and your family to spread out and have some privacy! And the endless windows allowed for a great view!The host is so nice and his communication was top notch! He was always available with any questions or inquiries. We would highly recommend this host and this property for your vacation accommodations! Thank you.
This was a repeat stay at this beautiful home! We stayed here last year and loved it so we booked it again for this year. We will definitely be staying here again. The house is located in a nice, quiet, and safe neighborhood and you feel like you are out of city limits. There is so much room for you and your family to spread out and have some privacy! And the endless windows allowed for a great view!The host is so nice and his communication was top notch! He was always available with any questions or inquiries. We would highly recommend this host and this property for your vacation accommodations! Thank you.
10
Brian N.
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our stay. Home was very close to activities we had planned, which made it very convenient. Everything worked as expected, property was very clean! Check in and check out was a breeze, Steve was great!
Really enjoyed our stay. Home was very close to activities we had planned, which made it very convenient. Everything worked as expected, property was very clean! Check in and check out was a breeze, Steve was great!
10
Kara A.
30 Dec 2022
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Stayed 7 nights
Awesome stay per usual! Quiet location, great wildlife. Our host shoveled the walk for us during an Iowa snowstorm! This was more then expected as they had already allowed us to add a night at the beginning of the trip to beat the storm! Great stay.
Awesome stay per usual! Quiet location, great wildlife. Our host shoveled the walk for us during an Iowa snowstorm! This was more then expected as they had already allowed us to add a night at the beginning of the trip to beat the storm! Great stay.
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Location
A quiet, tucked away setting with a country feel that is still close to the Iowa State Fairgrounds, Adventureland, shopping, restaurants, and downtown Des Moines.
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Don D.
15 Jul 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
House was beautiful in quiet beautiful location. Communication with owner was perfect. For first experience with VRBO, IT WAS EXCELLENT.
House was beautiful in quiet beautiful location. Communication with owner was perfect. For first experience with VRBO, IT WAS EXCELLENT.
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Rhonda m.
22 Jun 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This house is in a quiet location very close to Adventure Land and Walmart. The space was perfect for our 4 teens to spread out and do their own things. There’s a nice yard and patio space as well. We highly recommend this house for large family stays!
This house is in a quiet location very close to Adventure Land and Walmart. The space was perfect for our 4 teens to spread out and do their own things. There’s a nice yard and patio space as well. We highly recommend this house for large family stays!
10
Rebecca R.
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Charming older property with a great view. Quiet neighborhood. Plenty of off street parking for our 3 vehicles. Steve was exceptionally great to work with. During the first day of our stay one of the 2 AC units went out (during the hottest, most humid days) and he was immediately responsive and had a new unit installed by the next day, updating us on the progress the entire time. The home had a large kitchen with lots of counter space for our meal prep. Both the kitchen table and the dining area had ample space for the 6 of us to sit, eat and play games. The check in process and access to the property was simple and Steve even walked me through an issue with my account. The property is close to all the things one would need such as Walmart, Target and Hyvee and plenty of dining options.
Charming older property with a great view. Quiet neighborhood. Plenty of off street parking for our 3 vehicles. Steve was exceptionally great to work with. During the first day of our stay one of the 2 AC units went out (during the hottest, most humid days) and he was immediately responsive and had a new unit installed by the next day, updating us on the progress the entire time. The home had a large kitchen with lots of counter space for our meal prep. Both the kitchen table and the dining area had ample space for the 6 of us to sit, eat and play games. The check in process and access to the property was simple and Steve even walked me through an issue with my account. The property is close to all the things one would need such as Walmart, Target and Hyvee and plenty of dining options.
10
Rachel P.
30 Jun 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
The property was just as expected or a little more spacious in fact. Had all of the items that we needed and very clean. We were in town for the National Finals Rodeo at the Fairgrounds and was an easy commute.
The property was just as expected or a little more spacious in fact. Had all of the items that we needed and very clean. We were in town for the National Finals Rodeo at the Fairgrounds and was an easy commute.
10
Dee F.
27 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Myself, with my 2 longtime best friends, stayed 3 nights at the home, from the 13th to the 16th. We visited the Fair, enjoyed some shopping and a lot of time together. The house is welcoming, the reservation process and communication with the owner were hassle-free and prompt. It was very clean, spacious, comfortable. The location was easily accessible and very quiet. I would recommend staying here, 3 separate bedrooms and bathrooms offer a great deal of privacy and space.
Myself, with my 2 longtime best friends, stayed 3 nights at the home, from the 13th to the 16th. We visited the Fair, enjoyed some shopping and a lot of time together. The house is welcoming, the reservation process and communication with the owner were hassle-free and prompt. It was very clean, spacious, comfortable. The location was easily accessible and very quiet. I would recommend staying here, 3 separate bedrooms and bathrooms offer a great deal of privacy and space.
10
Michelle H.
4 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
This was a repeat stay at this beautiful home! We stayed here last year and loved it so we booked it again for this year. We will definitely be staying here again. The house is located in a nice, quiet, and safe neighborhood and you feel like you are out of city limits. There is so much room for you and your family to spread out and have some privacy! And the endless windows allowed for a great view!The host is so nice and his communication was top notch! He was always available with any questions or inquiries. We would highly recommend this host and this property for your vacation accommodations! Thank you.
This was a repeat stay at this beautiful home! We stayed here last year and loved it so we booked it again for this year. We will definitely be staying here again. The house is located in a nice, quiet, and safe neighborhood and you feel like you are out of city limits. There is so much room for you and your family to spread out and have some privacy! And the endless windows allowed for a great view!The host is so nice and his communication was top notch! He was always available with any questions or inquiries. We would highly recommend this host and this property for your vacation accommodations! Thank you.
10
Brian N.
18 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Really enjoyed our stay. Home was very close to activities we had planned, which made it very convenient. Everything worked as expected, property was very clean! Check in and check out was a breeze, Steve was great!
Really enjoyed our stay. Home was very close to activities we had planned, which made it very convenient. Everything worked as expected, property was very clean! Check in and check out was a breeze, Steve was great!
10
Russell J.
14 Aug 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
just what we needed for stay the Iowa State Fair
just what we needed for stay the Iowa State Fair
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Maria
4 May 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very convenient for our activities
Very convenient for our activities
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JASON D.
25 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I needed extra space to host a couple of relatives coming into town for a visit. The house is on a spacious piece of property with plenty of parking. Peaceful and quiet while close to everything. It’s perfect for a weekend retreat. Large kitchen and dining area ideal for meals and games.
I needed extra space to host a couple of relatives coming into town for a visit. The house is on a spacious piece of property with plenty of parking. Peaceful and quiet while close to everything. It’s perfect for a weekend retreat. Large kitchen and dining area ideal for meals and games.
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Dining
Many guests cooked at the property, noting the kitchen, fridge, and dining areas work well for group meals; a few also mention restaurants and groceries nearby.
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Courtney W.
23 Oct 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed here for a murder mystery party I threw for my husband's 30th birthday party. It was the perfect setting for this event. Plenty of space and a large fridge to hold all the food needed! It had gorgeous views and the windows in the living area were phenomenal! All in all, it exceeded my expectations for this event!
We stayed here for a murder mystery party I threw for my husband's 30th birthday party. It was the perfect setting for this event. Plenty of space and a large fridge to hold all the food needed! It had gorgeous views and the windows in the living area were phenomenal! All in all, it exceeded my expectations for this event!
10
Harvey S.
17 Jan 2023
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Stayed 12 nights
What a great place. The house was plenty big enough that’s for sure. I was in town for work and found this gem. After work I could go there and unwind in complete silence. They have a really nice bar down the road that you can walk to and literally everything that you would need like a place to eat or shopping was right down the road. It was a perfect location and highly recommend for workers or a family that wants to get away and not be inconvenienced. I really enjoyed this work trip and will stay here again if I’m ever in the area.
What a great place. The house was plenty big enough that’s for sure. I was in town for work and found this gem. After work I could go there and unwind in complete silence. They have a really nice bar down the road that you can walk to and literally everything that you would need like a place to eat or shopping was right down the road. It was a perfect location and highly recommend for workers or a family that wants to get away and not be inconvenienced. I really enjoyed this work trip and will stay here again if I’m ever in the area.
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Jill C.
29 May 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
We met my parents there for a long weekend. The yard in late May is more beautiful than the pictures show. So nice to sit outside on the porch and relax. Easy access to Des Moines and surrounding area; drove around Drake University where my Dad graduated 60 years ago. Great location with good restaurants nearby. Lots of new of new stores and development in the Altoona and Ankeny area. Not a bad drive up to Ames/Iowa State and Reiman Gardens either.
We met my parents there for a long weekend. The yard in late May is more beautiful than the pictures show. So nice to sit outside on the porch and relax. Easy access to Des Moines and surrounding area; drove around Drake University where my Dad graduated 60 years ago. Great location with good restaurants nearby. Lots of new of new stores and development in the Altoona and Ankeny area. Not a bad drive up to Ames/Iowa State and Reiman Gardens either.
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Rebecca R.
28 Jul 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Charming older property with a great view. Quiet neighborhood. Plenty of off street parking for our 3 vehicles. Steve was exceptionally great to work with. During the first day of our stay one of the 2 AC units went out (during the hottest, most humid days) and he was immediately responsive and had a new unit installed by the next day, updating us on the progress the entire time. The home had a large kitchen with lots of counter space for our meal prep. Both the kitchen table and the dining area had ample space for the 6 of us to sit, eat and play games. The check in process and access to the property was simple and Steve even walked me through an issue with my account. The property is close to all the things one would need such as Walmart, Target and Hyvee and plenty of dining options.
Charming older property with a great view. Quiet neighborhood. Plenty of off street parking for our 3 vehicles. Steve was exceptionally great to work with. During the first day of our stay one of the 2 AC units went out (during the hottest, most humid days) and he was immediately responsive and had a new unit installed by the next day, updating us on the progress the entire time. The home had a large kitchen with lots of counter space for our meal prep. Both the kitchen table and the dining area had ample space for the 6 of us to sit, eat and play games. The check in process and access to the property was simple and Steve even walked me through an issue with my account. The property is close to all the things one would need such as Walmart, Target and Hyvee and plenty of dining options.
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Rachel P.
30 Jun 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
The property was just as expected or a little more spacious in fact. Had all of the items that we needed and very clean. We were in town for the National Finals Rodeo at the Fairgrounds and was an easy commute.
The property was just as expected or a little more spacious in fact. Had all of the items that we needed and very clean. We were in town for the National Finals Rodeo at the Fairgrounds and was an easy commute.
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Mary N.
2 Jan 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Spacious, clean, well equipped, comfortable! What more could you want?! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
Spacious, clean, well equipped, comfortable! What more could you want?! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here!
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Wendy J.
27 Dec 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This is our second time at this property and will always be back! Love the comfortable home and beds but really love all the huge windows and the kitchen is so perfect and so big! Love staying here!!
This is our second time at this property and will always be back! Love the comfortable home and beds but really love all the huge windows and the kitchen is so perfect and so big! Love staying here!!
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JASON D.
25 Jan 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I needed extra space to host a couple of relatives coming into town for a visit. The house is on a spacious piece of property with plenty of parking. Peaceful and quiet while close to everything. It’s perfect for a weekend retreat. Large kitchen and dining area ideal for meals and games.
I needed extra space to host a couple of relatives coming into town for a visit. The house is on a spacious piece of property with plenty of parking. Peaceful and quiet while close to everything. It’s perfect for a weekend retreat. Large kitchen and dining area ideal for meals and games.
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Jude R.
13 Jun 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
It was a great place to stay and a great host
It was a great place to stay and a great host
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Robert F.
7 Jun 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Our stay was outstanding with the house well described and functional for our family. It was quiet and full of windows allowing us to see the abundance of birds, rabbits & squirrels, as well as a deer walking through the creek bed. Everything about our stay was excellent including the communication and directions. We would recommend this to friends and family! Great experience!
Our stay was outstanding with the house well described and functional for our family. It was quiet and full of windows allowing us to see the abundance of birds, rabbits & squirrels, as well as a deer walking through the creek bed. Everything about our stay was excellent including the communication and directions. We would recommend this to friends and family! Great experience!
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Brad H.
26 Apr 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Very spacious. Quiet neighborhood. Host was available and responsive to our needs. Would not hesitate to stay again!
Very spacious. Quiet neighborhood. Host was available and responsive to our needs. Would not hesitate to stay again!
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Mark L.
27 Mar 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
Beautiful home, everything we needed. Super private yet still close to everything. 2 thumbs up and 10 stars!
Beautiful home, everything we needed. Super private yet still close to everything. 2 thumbs up and 10 stars!
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Mark Z.
18 Mar 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
We were looking for house that was in a quiet area on the east side of Des Moines metro. This house was perfect. When the blizzard hit, we watched it from the large living room windows. Actually saw 15 deer cross the creek. Nice place to chill. Steve was great, responding to any messages we sent his way.
We were looking for house that was in a quiet area on the east side of Des Moines metro. This house was perfect. When the blizzard hit, we watched it from the large living room windows. Actually saw 15 deer cross the creek. Nice place to chill. Steve was great, responding to any messages we sent his way.
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FAQs about Beautiful Home in Town Acreage
Is parking available at the property?
Ample parking is available on the paved circle drive at the property.
Does the property allow pets?
Pets are allowed, with a maximum of one dog under 50 lbs. Service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Standard check-in time is from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out time is by 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available upon request with advance notice and may incur additional fees.
What is the location of the property in relation to key attractions?
The property is located in Altoona, Iowa, close to popular attractions such as Adventureland and the Iowa State Fairgrounds, with a travel time of approximately 3 minutes to Prairie Meadows/Adventureland.
What are the policies regarding children at the property?
Children are permitted at the property, with no additional charges for ages 0-17.
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