
House vacation rentals in West Des Moines
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Explore 90 vacation rentals in West Des Moines

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West Des Moines vacation rentals start at G$8,352 GYD per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
80 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 30 rentals that welcome pets

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
60 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
90 of West Des Moines vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across West Des Moines rentals

4.9 Average rating
West Des Moines stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
Top-rated house rentals in West Des Moines
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Executive Living 2min to Jordan Creek 6 bed/5 bath
Welcome home! Enjoy almost 4000 sq feet of high end luxury living! > Best West Des Moines Location on Airbnb! Minutes to Jordan Creek & West Glen > 6 Bed - 5 bath > Beautiful full sized kitchen > Pool table & Wet Bar In basement > Oversized Master bedroom w/ 75" TV & master bathroom > Jetted soaking tub in master bath > 3 kings, 1 queen, 2 fulls and bunk bed w/ twin over full > Deck with bbq grill, patio furniture and gas firepit > Smart TV's in all rooms. 75" in Master and 65" in living room!

Big Groups/Pool/Hot tub/Large backyard/Fire Pit
Gather your group in this spacious 5BR, 3BA retreat made for connection and fun. After a day exploring, come back to the pool, hot tub, and sunroom dining. Inside, unwind in two cozy lounges or spark friendly competition in the arcade and game-filled garage. With room for 16, this home isn’t just a stay—it’s where family and friends celebrate, play, and make lasting memories together. Close to: 🏴5 mins to Get Air Trampoline Park ⛳ 10 minutes to Topgolf 🌆 20 minutes to Downtown Des Moines

Gray Manor
Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located home in West Des Moines, just off I-35. A bike trail leading to parks and local businesses runs through the backyard. With comfortable furnishings, and spacious rooms it's perfect for gathering with friends and family. Mere minutes from West Glen Town Center or Jordan Creek Mall! During your stay you'll have access to 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living rooms, and large deck with grill.

Sleeps 12 | Hot Tub | Air Hockey | 3.5 Baths
Bring the whole crew to this spacious 3-level Urbandale home — ideal for family reunions, group getaways, or Des Moines sports weekends. Soak in the year-round hot tub after a long day, then challenge everyone to air hockey in the walk-out basement rec room. Spread out across 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths with fast fiber WiFi and 65" smart TVs in both living areas. The fenced backyard and quiet suburban street are perfect for kids and pets. Minutes from downtown Des Moines and the Jordan Creek Mall.

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

Sassy, Fun, Adult Getaway! Gameroom!
Prof. designed w/feminine sass, this space has so many details to make you smile! From the cuss word coffee bar to the game room, to the aromatic scent bar to the adult themed card/board games, to the choice of soft cheetah print robes & luxurious throw blankets, no detail has been left out. Walking dist. to restaurants, bars, coffee shops, grocery stores, a spa/nail place & easy access to the bike trails & I235. 10 mins to downtown DSM or the nightlife of West Glen. Super safe, quiet nbrhood.

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.

Drake neighborhood cottage
Great location, close to Drake University (less than 2 miles). Two Master, King bed bedrooms each with newly renovated bathrooms, with beautiful tile showers and smart toilets. This is a cozy home that is perfect for four adults, or a family of four. Newly remodeled kitchen with new refrigerator, gas range and dishwasher. Hardwood floors throughout the home, with tiled kitchen and baths. Conveniently located within a short walk to the Waveland Cafe (300 ft), a favorite breakfast spot.

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.

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.

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.

Stunning Suburban Home in Quiet Neighborhood
Bring the whole family to this amazing suburban home with lots of room for fun. Enjoy billiards, reading, board games inside, or escape outdoors on the large deck with peaceful greenspace in the background. Easy access to I-80/I-35 and Hwy 235. Community trails, playgrounds and parks are within a 5 min walk. Direct 15 min access to downtown Des Moines. This newly remodeled 4 bed, 3.5 bath is in a safe and quite neighborhood, has everything you need to relax on your trip!
Popular amenities for West Des Moines house rentals
House rentals with a pool

Historic Home on 4 Acres - Hot Tub, Pool, Tiki Bar

Boho Luxury Oasis | Pool & Sauna | Sleeps 13+

New Arrival Forest Views Relax Luxury Garage

300 on Abigail

Graceland Acreage w/ Party Barn!

Urbandale Oasis

Summer House DSM

HeatedPoolHotTubTheaterPicklebalPooltableGameRGolf
Weekly house rentals

Central Cozy Urbandale duplex!

Hot Tub - Movie Theater - Firepit - Near Downtown

Charming Des Moines Home with a GREAT location!

Walkable Neighborhood Close to BEST Restaurants

Quaint Bungalow/Sleeps 4/Close to Downtown

Peaceful oasis, private wooded back yard, games

Lovely Home with 3 bedrooms plus in Urbandale

White Oak Hillside Oasis
Private house rentals

Serene two story home.

The Glenda! Sassy West Glen Home + Garage

Comfy, Clean, and Close to Everything!

The Draper-MCM Spacious Ranch minutes to it all

Central WDM Cottage | Game Room | Clean & Quiet

Valley Junction Gem W/ Games and Outdoor space

The Suburban Oasis

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When is the best time to visit West Des Moines?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | G$30,692 GYD | G$29,231 GYD | G$31,110 GYD | G$33,198 GYD | G$36,539 GYD | G$36,956 GYD | G$45,099 GYD | G$46,978 GYD | G$30,692 GYD | G$31,945 GYD | G$34,242 GYD | G$34,451 GYD |
| Avg. temp | -5°C | -3°C | 4°C | 11°C | 17°C | 22°C | 24°C | 23°C | 19°C | 12°C | 4°C | -2°C |
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