House vacation rentals in Polk County

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 197 reviews

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!

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 291 reviews

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.

5 out of 5 average rating, 103 reviews

Home in West Des Moines

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!

Superhost

4.78 out of 5 average rating, 207 reviews

Gorgeous Home With Sauna Sleeps 7

Our house is right off I-235 just minutes from downtown, great restaurants, family-friendly activities, and nightlife. You’ll love our place because of the adorable kitchen, unique dining room, cozy feel, and vintage detail. It's located in a very friendly neighborhood with Callanan playground and running track right across the street. The house is perfect for couples, solo adventurers, business travelers, families with kids, big groups, and four legged friends. There is a $50 fee per dog.

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 210 reviews

Home in Ankeny

•Vibrant 4 bedroom house 2 king beds in Ankeny•

Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located home. 15 minutes from downtown Des Moines. Located in a quiet neighborhood 5 minutes off I35 and Delaware with tons of shopping and restaurants. This home is stocked with essential items. Kitchen has a large table with extra chairs and cookware/dinnerware as well as basic cooking needs and condiments. Two living spaces, two full baths and a pool table. Laundry room with washer and dryer. Free parking.

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 710 reviews

Steps to Drake, Minutes to Downtown w Patio+Yard!

Enjoy the convenience of being only steps away from all the activities Drake University has to offer! Whether you stay to relax or are on the go, we invite you to enjoy complimentary fresh coffee or tea, snack bars, and fruit snacks. Each bedroom has Queen-size beds with super-soft microfiber 1800-count sheets, and the bathroom is stocked with fresh, fluffy bath towels. Netflix/Hulu equipped, games, movies...we have lots to keep you entertained. We strive to go above and beyond!

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 173 reviews

Home in Ankeny

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 4. I have high-speed cable internet with cable through slingTV.

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

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.

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 192 reviews

Charming Des Moines Home with a GREAT location!

Location, location, location! Charming 4 bedroom on a quiet tree lined street in central Des Moines. A 3-minute drive to the interstate which takes you Downtown or to West Des Moines in 10 minutes either way. Nature and bike trails a 5-minute walk from the front door. Newly renovated this last year, everything is clean and updated. Fire pit to sit outside and relax at the end of the day and pool table/ping pong in the basement to enjoy as well!

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews

Home in Ankeny

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, but will do everything possible to have it open well before and after those dates based on weather!), hot tub (year round). Located 15min away from Downtown DSM & a mile away from a grocery store/restaurants.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviews

Restored Victorian, Walk & Bike

Completely restored Victorian home that is walking and biking distance to the East Village, Civic Center, Wells Fargo, world-renowned skate park, and the Iowa Capitol! Bring your bike and enjoys the trails (and indoor bike parking). Walk to a concert at Wells Fargo or a show at the Civic Center. We are dedicated to making your stay simple and easy. This house is special to us, and we want to share it with you!