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Ankeny Stay | Gym | Game Room | Spa | BBQ | I-35

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TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms191 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Ankeny, IA
  • Place, Des Moines Area Community College
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ankeny Stay | Gym | Game Room | Spa | BBQ | I-35

Summary:
Spacious 5BR, 3BA retreat in Ankeny with private pool, hot tub, Home Gym, Game Room, and huge backyard! Perfect for families or groups, this home features a fully equipped kitchen, cozy living spaces, fast Wi-Fi, finished basement, and in-home laundry. Located in a peaceful neighborhood near top attractions like Saylorville Lake, Prairie Ridge Sports Complex, and downtown Des Moines. Relax, recharge, and enjoy your stay!

The Space:
Room for Everyone
Each of the five bedrooms is thoughtfully designed with plush bedding, ample storage, and calming décor to ensure restful nights and relaxing mornings.

Three Full Bathrooms
Modern, spotless, and well-stocked with fresh towels and essential toiletries, so everyone can refresh and unwind with ease.

Top-Tier Amenities
• Private Pool – Dive into fun or lounge poolside
• Hot Tub/Spa – Perfect for evening relaxation
• Home Gym - Treadmill, Cable Resistance, Dumbbells/Bench
• Game Room - Air Hockey, Ping Pong, Arcade Game
• Massive Backyard – Great for games, BBQs, and soaking in the outdoors
• Finished Basement – Extra living space for recreation or sleeping

Fully Equipped Kitchen
Everything you need to cook and serve—from coffee to full family meals. Includes modern appliances, cookware, and dining essentials.

Comfortable Living Spaces
Cozy up in the main living area with a smart TV, fast Wi-Fi, and plenty of seating for movie nights or game days.

Convenient Extras
• In-home washer & dryer
• Keyless entry
• Free parking
• Central heat & A/C

Peaceful, Convenient Location
Tucked in a quiet Ankeny neighborhood, you’re just minutes from local restaurants, shops, parks, and attractions like:
• Saylorville Lake
• Prairie Ridge Sports Complex
• Cascade Falls Aquatic Center
• Woodland Hills Golf Course
• Margo Frankel Woods State Park
• Ankeny Regional Airport
Plus, enjoy easy access to downtown Des Moines for even more to explore.

Whether you’re here for a weekend getaway, a family vacation, or a group trip, this home delivers space, comfort, and unbeatable amenities—all in a fantastic location.

Guest Access:
During your stay, you’ll have full, private access to the entire property. A unique door code will be provided for your use throughout your visit.

Other Things to Note:
The home is professionally cleaned and sanitized between guests. Our cleaners adhere to the best quality standards for cleanliness to ensure your comfort.

The pool is winterized from the months of November to April. It is available from May to October.

Interaction with Guests:
We are available 24/7 to help with anything you need during your stay. Send us a message in the app if anything comes up and we will be quick to respond.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Des Moines Area Community College. Features include laundry facilities. A private pool and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 13 minutes by car from Iowa Events Center and 13 minutes from Casey's Center
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,054 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Ankeny Stay | Gym | Game Room | Spa | BBQ | I-35 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent communication, great location, all the amenities you could want, comfy beds and clean space! As an added bonus, the checkout process was hands off. There was no need to pull the sheets, grab the towels, clean the dishes, etc. They took care of everything! I would highly recommend this rental and look forward to visiting again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home... great location... great communication... We will be staying here again when we come back for work in Ankeny.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is very nice and clean. It’s in a nice neighborhood. The pool and hot tub were great. And the sheets on the beds were so nice and soft, all of us enjoyed good nights of rest. I would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had 6 adults, 4 yr old, 2yr old and a 4 month old. Lots of space, TV’s in every room. The kids room had a little secret play area that the girls loved! Very clean, cupboards were labeled in the kitchen and items easy to find. Lots of extras in the kitchen! We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. So convenient to be close to everything. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific experience! This house is well furnished, great amenities, perfect for families, and the pool and hot tub were the icing on the cake! Very responsive hosts as well. Hope to stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aspen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The home was great and we all enjoyed the pool and hot tub! It’s right off a main road, so it was easy to get to shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great setup

Perfect location. Lovely and minimalistic bedrooms but had all the things we needed. Pool and hot tub area were great for multiple families with kids meeting for a weekend. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Great communication. Very nice property!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!!

What a great experience…everything was exactly as described! The pool and hot tub were wonderful and we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The maintenance/cleaning crew were awesome and we really appreciated their quick response on an issue that we had!We will definitely return if the opportunity presents itself!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pictures don’t even do this place justice!

We stayed for my daughter’s 15th birthday with a few of her friends. This place was plenty big enough for 10 of us, and the pool was so fun! The host was so kind, and even offered to bring us an extension cord when I asked if they had one! I would stay here again anytime!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, comfortable stay!

This house was perfect for our crew of children. The house and pool/hot tub were clean and so fun to use. We appreciated all the pool towels and toys and how well stocked the house was. Thanks for a wonderful stay. If we’re in the area again, we’d definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Place

Great house! Clean, well maintained, nice beds and linens. My kids loved the hot tub. Great location. Would happily stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Place to Stay

We enjoyed the property. Close to almost everything you need. Very spacious inside and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, Comfortable, and Convenient

Great stay! The property was clean, well-equipped, and exactly as described. The location was perfect for our trip, and the host was responsive and friendly. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025