
House vacation rentals in Polk County
Find and book unique houses on Airbnb
Top-rated house rentals in Polk County
Guests agree: these houses are highly rated for location, cleanliness, and more.

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!

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.***

Gateway House
Our 100% SMOKE-FREE Gateway House is nestled just west of beautiful Downtown Des Moines. I-235 is 90 seconds away, putting you downtown in 5 minutes, and anywhere else in 15 minutes! Ingersoll Avenue, home to dozens of locally owned restaurants and bars, is a 2–3-minute drive and a 5-10-minute walk. Our charming bungalow has everything you need to function! We proudly display artwork that accents the culture our city has to offer, and you will feel relaxed indoors and out during your stay.

RARE Mid-Mod Home. Spacious inside-and-out.
Don't miss your chance at this unique mid-century modern home located in the heart of Des Moines where you'll be just minutes from many local restaurants, bars and area attractions. Entertain your guests with 3,600sf of open-concept mid-century living while enjoying all the amenities this house has to offer! Relish in billiards indoors or escape outdoors for yard games, grilling or an evening bonfire. This newly remodeled 4 bed, 2.5 bath property has everything you need on your next vacation.

Welcoming, very spacious, safe area
We have 4 bed rooms upstairs. Three queen beds, one full bed, guest bathroom upstairs and includes one master queen -bed room with attached full master bath room. Lots of floor space with a blow up mattress available. Large kitchen with a powder room bathroom off the kitchen and family room , living room, dinning room, and a deck. Driveway parks 2-3vehicles. Safe parking on the west side of the street,( across the street from our home). Can not park on the side of the street our home is on.

Effortless Landing near Airport & Downtown
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 couch, local coffee, & all the amenities like fiber wifi, TV, linens, 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!

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 Casey’s Center and Downtown Des Moines, ~13 minutes to Jordan Creek Town Center, and ~15 minutes to DSM Airport.

The Norwood
Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located place. very close to the Iowa state Fair, Adventureland Park,Grandview Golf Course,Shops of Iowa,Teachout swimming Pool,Grandview Park Sargent's Park, Grace Church,Hilltop Restraunt (highly recommend) Restraunts . Grocery stores, gas stations, {Caseys, Quick Trip, Git N GO, Kum N Go, Kwik Star] Bike Trails, Shopping, Interstate 235 & I-80. right inbetween Des Moines, Altoona, close to Pleasant hill, Bondurant

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.

Large Home Near Adventureland, Fair, downtown DSM
Speedy access to the best that Des Moines and eastern Polk County have to offer--downtown, the fairgrounds, and Adventureland! Spacious, comfortable, and classic home tucked away in a quiet, lush, established Pleasant Hill neighborhood just minutes away from most of the capital's popular destinations. The Hill on Tyler provides space for multi-family getaways or medium- and large-sized groups. Walking and biking trails are quite close.

White Oak Hillside Oasis
Our 3 bedroom hilltop 1950’s home with wonderful views of the capital and city of Des Moines is the perfect place for your stay. Nestled just south of downtown in a quiet historic Italian neighborhood, you are within walking distance from a world class brewery, bars, restaurants and miles of walking and biking trails surrounding Gray’s Lake. We are within a few miles of everything else that the downtown area of Des Moines has to offer!

Rest At Ease in Ankeny
Rest At Ease in this single-level home with fenced yard * Single-level home, no stairs within the house * Cozy, modern design * 2 bedrooms with comfortable queen beds + a sofa bed * Fully stocked kitchen * FENCED IN YARD for safety and privacy * Short 3 mile drive from both I-80 and I-35 interstate highways * Less than 5 minutes to the District area, grocery stores, shopping and food scene * Midway between Ames and Des Moines
Popular amenities for Polk County house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Comfortable and Spacious Five Bedroom Home

Urbandale Oasis

Huge Home, Gym, Game Room, Spa, BBQ, Near I-35

Families/GameRM/Pool/Hot tub/Large backyard/Fire

Summer House DSM

Urban Oasis with Pool & Hot Tub + Fast WiFi

Graceland Acreage w/ Party Barn!

Spacious Tranquil 4BR Home - family entertainment
Weekly house rentals

Quintessential Iowa Stay -Quiet, Cozy & Convenient

Enjoy golf course views with hot tub and fire pit.

The Office - Pet Friendly Duplex near Downtown!

Newly Remodeled Home with Walk-In Shower

The Carol Anne-Charming 2bd/2ba Victorian near DT!

Sassy, Fun, Adult Getaway! Gameroom!

Gardens on Grand

Peaceful oasis, private wooded back yard, games
Private house rentals

Cozy Spa Home Close to Downtown

Ankeny 3BR Stay | Office, King Bed, Sleeps 9

The Draper-MCM Spacious Ranch minutes to it all

Luxe New Home near interstate (sleeps 6)

The Jungalow | Sleeps 6, Fenced Yard, Central DSM

5BR Retreat w/ Game Room + Fire Pit

Private 7-Acre Estate with Hot Tub & Pond

Spacious home
Destinations to explore
- Rentals with breakfast Polk County
- Rentals with a home theater Polk County
- Private suite rentals Polk County
- Hotel rooms Polk County
- Rentals with a washer and dryer Polk County
- Fitness-friendly rentals Polk County
- Rentals with a fireplace Polk County
- Apartment rentals Polk County
- Family-friendly rentals Polk County
- Condo rentals Polk County
- Rentals with a fire pit Polk County
- Rentals with lake access Polk County
- Rentals with a patio Polk County
- Pet-friendly rentals Polk County
- Townhouse rentals Polk County
- Rentals with a hot tub Polk County
- Rentals with outdoor seating Polk County
- Rentals with pools Polk County
- House rentals Iowa
- House rentals United States





