Family-friendly vacation rentals in Waukee

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!

The Hay Loft: Hot Tub • Game Room • Fire Pit • BBQ

Centrally located to Downtown Des Moines, sits our fully remodeled, 5 bedroom, 2 full bathroom home that can sleep 14 guests. The Hay Loft offers privacy for your large group, yet it's also close to everything that Des Moines has to offer! Our amenities include: spacious hot tub, fire-pit, grill, office space and a fully stocked kitchen. Fiber internet/WiFi + smart TVs in every room. Just a couple of blocks from Drake College, and within three miles of the Iowa Event Center and Casey's Center

This is the best Des Moines has to offer!

Welcome to a beautiful 3 story townhome in the heart of Des Moines. If an upscale modern home with an incredible view is your thing, you will be in heaven. Inside you’ll find a clean, bright and well decorated home with all the amenities you'll need to kick back, relax and enjoy your stay. Minutes from shopping, dining and nightlife. The bike trail is across the street where you can ride to Gray’s Lake or stroll to downtown DSM and enjoy the Farmer's Market, Civic Center and Principal Park.

Maggie's Place

Freshly refreshed & full of charm, this cozy little gem is officially back on Airbnb with an updated look & feel after a long-term rental. Newly updated interior & a refreshed exterior. Maggie's offers a warm, relaxing stay for guests. We’re still waiting on a few updated photos, but here’s your first sneak peek at what’s new. Nestled in the heart of Dallas Center, you’ll enjoy the perfect balance of peaceful small-town living with quick & easy access to everything Des Moines has to offer.

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.

Peaceful oasis, private wooded back yard, games

You'll love this well appointed 3 BR mid-mod styled home, located in a quiet neighborhood yet just minutes from everything. Also located next to an extensive walking & biking trail. Cook for the family from the well equipped kitchen. Stream your favorite show on one of the 2 living areas with smart 55 & 65in TVs. Lower level has Ms PacMan arcade game, ping pong, air hockey and board games. Gas grill & eating area on the stone patio. Nearby are several dining & shopping options. Welcome Home!

Charming Waterfront Tiny House & Sauna

The true definition of rest & relaxation, this unique tiny house is situated on a three-acre pond suitable for catch and release fishing, kayaking, or stand up paddle boarding. Bring your gear and leave your worries behind. Built with special touches and details including stained glass windows and intricate woodwork, this tiny home boasts warmth throughout. Wake up to bird songs and coffee with the sunrise. After a day of fun, take a soak in the wood-burning sauna and relax by the campfire.

Waukee 2 Bedroom Private Sweet Suite.

Welcome to our comfortable, newly renovated, private guest suite. This quiet Waukee neighborhood living space includes two bedrooms, one full bath, kitchenette, laundry room, dining space and cozy living room area. Off street parking for one vehicle is available. A private entrance is available from the back deck. Your home away from home features a comfortable king size bed and a full size bed. A smart television is available in the living room and an HDTV is available in one bedroom.

The Legacy Stone House

The most unique stay in Winterset! Legacy Stone House AirBnB is a historic residence located one mile east of Winterset, Iowa. Built in 1856 during the Settlement Era of Madison County, it is one of nearly 100 stone houses built during that time in the area. Officially named the William Anzi Nichols House, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Convenient centralized location if visiting Madison County’s six covered bridges and two minutes from grocery, gas and dining.

Waukee Guest House - Close to everything in DSM

Welcome to the Waukee Guest House! You will love calling this new, expanded ranch-style home your central Iowa home away from home. Located just minutes from I-80, our house is a 10-minute drive from Jordan Creek Mall in West Des Moines and 15 min. from downtown Des Moines and Wells Fargo Arena. You can access 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a large kitchen/dining area, and two beautiful living room spaces during your stay. We offer Smart TVs in every bedroom and living room space.

•5 bedroom 2 full bath stay in Paradise King bed•

Get comfortable and enjoy plenty of extra room. This spacious place offers a fully fenced yard and plenty of parking in the drive way. Main level has a bedroom with Queen bed and a half bath. Upstairs we have a King suite with full bath shower and tub. In addition to that there is 2 more rooms one with Queen bed and the other has a twin full bunk bed. Second full bath with shower tub and laundry. The 5th bed room is in the basement with a twin daybed with trundle.

Relaxing galaxy bell tent getaway

Come sleep under the stars in this cozy galaxy bell tent. You can enjoy a good nights sleep in the comfortable King bed and stay comfortable with an air conditioner and heater. There is also a fridge for keeping your food fresh. Soak up nature while you hike the trails around Oak Haven Acres, a 32 acre farm in rural Iowa. For your security we have a trail camera at the beginning of the driveway that won’t intrude on your privacy.