Vacation rentals in Story City

Old Barn Remodel Unique, Artsy, Solar, Glamping!

Open floor plan ground level historic barn turned into an airbnb. Cabin style with modern comforts. Fast wifi, Iowa State 10 mins away, Iowa rural but close to ames. Sleep in a trailer, sleep in a boat! Super chill atmosphere on 3 acres with porch to enjoy. Hotel accommodations like air conditioning, heat, clean sheets, towels and coffee/tea but camping style. The barn is self check-in (late arrival friendly) and check out. If needing only 1 night Sun-Thur just ask for offer. Gay Friendly!

Great location Home+Campus+Downtown+Wifi+parking

Riverside Retreat is a 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom house. * Perfect location in quiet, safe neighborhood. * Walking distance to Jack Trice Stadium, Hilton Coliseum and Stephens Auditorium. * 2 minute drive to downtown / ISU campus. * Easy access to all of Ames. * Keyless entry. * Driveway parking. * Wi-Fi and Smart TV . * Fully equipped kitchen. * On site washer/dryer. * Close to grocery store, shops and restaurants. * Large rear screen porch with great private wooded backdrop with creek at rear.

Retreat in a Stunning House

Indulge in this luxurious, light-filled, architecturally unique, and tranquil house, nearby the university. Marvel in this 3-level spacious house w/ 3-level decks and terraced garden at the edge of the woods/park. Enjoy outdoor fire bowl in the evening, watch birds, deer, and other wildlife, & stroll down deer trails to Clear Creek. min. stay 2 nights. No window shades! Not for dark bedroom sleep. Not w/chair accessible. Not for allergy susceptible guests. $25/night for each guest after two.

Boone's Bodacious Bungalow - A Cozy 2 Bedroom Stay

With 2 bedrooms and a queen-sized hide-a-bed, this cozy little place will comfortably sleep 5. This quiet neighborhood can be enjoyed hanging out on the front porch or out back on the patio. Washer and dryer downstairs if you need to do laundry and all the necessities to make a meal in the kitchen. Just a few minutes from downtown Boone and the Boone Speedway, a short 17 miles to Jack Trice Stadium/Hilton Coliseum in Ames, and less than an hour to the Des Moines International Airport.

Downtown & Campus | Rooftop Patio | Wifi

Our duplex is close to ISU, restaurants, nightlife and parks. It's perfect for students, parents of students, professors, business travelers, solo adventurers, couples, or small groups. • 2 min drive to Iowa State Uni + downtown Ames • Smart TV with Roku •Walking distance to downtown shopping & dining • Apartment space to yourself in safe neighborhood • Private patio/balcony • Keyless entry •1 Br/1 Bath • Onsite washer/dryer (detergent too!) • Fully equipped + stocked kitchen

Downtown & Campus★Wifi★W/D★Netflix★2Br/1Ba★

Located in the heart of Ames, Iowa! ★★★★★ Welcome to our stylish 2-bedroom Ames retreat, strategically located just a 2-minute drive away from Iowa State University and the bustling downtown Ames area. With a range of convenient amenities and a prime location, this is the ideal choice for travelers looking for comfort and accessibility. Whether you're here for business, academics, or leisure, this cozy haven offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience.

Woodsy Country Cottage near Ames

Just a mile from Seven Oaks Recreation Area! 5 miles west of Boone just off Highway 30, this cute and cozy space offers upscale privacy on a wooded lot within 30 minutes of Ames and 50 minutes from Des Moines. This is a guest house on the same lot as the owners, so pride of ownership abounds. It was originally built for the owners' parents and is universally accessible including extra wide doors, fully accessible kitchen and roll-in shower.

Kim's Kottage on the RRVT, in Minburn, IA.

This home is perfect for the Cycling Enthusiast, a couple, family or small group of friends. This fully furnished cozy 2 bedroom home is sure to please. Located 1 block from the Raccoon River Valley Bike Trail (75 mile paved loop), 15 minutes from I-80 and 30/40 minutes from the State's Capital City of Des Moines, Minburn is the "Small Town with a Big Heart". There are two City Parks, an outdoor historical roller skating rink & 2 Rest/Bars.

Ground floor 3 room Brownstone apartment by I-35.

You will have a very spacious apartment all to yourself in this beautiful brownstone building, including a full kitchen, living room, seating area, king size bed, and large flat screen TV with streaming WIFI, Netflix included. You will be located in a small town 1/2 mile off of I-35, 3 blocks from Hardees, Subway, Kum and Go, and a new Love's truck stop. Also, a short drive to Ames and Iowa State University.

Historic Downtown | 1BD Full Apt

Enjoy an unforgettable experience in this updated historic apartment in the heart of downtown Ames. Located just a block off of Main Street, a significant historic district lined with 19th and 20th century brick buildings and the home to over 50 locally owned business, you will be in the center of it all.

Charming Lake House Cabin

Ready for a vacation! Enjoy the beautiful serene surroundings of this unique A frame nestled in the woods bordering Pine Lane State Park. After a day of hiking, swimming, kayaking, or fishing, come back and cozy up by the fire pit or relax indoors enjoying your favorite movies on our 55 inch smart TV.

The Hideaway on Hazel- Hot Tub, Firepit & Big yard

Welcome to The Hideaway on Hazel. Refreshed in May 2025. Our home is centrally located in Ames and is an easy walk to Jack Trice Stadium, Hilton Coliseum, and Reiman Gardens. Great location for football games, basketball games, and any other events at The Iowa State Center.