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1 Mi to Dtwn: 'The Rossi House' in Des Moines!

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Property grounds
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

2.0 out of 10

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Des Moines, Iowa
  • Wells Fargo Arena
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Iowa Events Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Drake University
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Des Moines

At this holiday home you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Wells Fargo Arena and Iowa Events Center. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen and a patio. .Home features 1.5 bathrooms, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Downtown Des Moines holiday home include Drake University and Principal Park.

What's nearby

  • Wells Fargo Arena - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hy Vee Hall - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Drake University - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Principal Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buzzard Billy's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Fort - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bud Zone - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

1 Mi to Dtwn: 'The Rossi House' in Des Moines!

Historic Home Near Highway | Smart Features | 2 Outdoor Dining Areas

Enjoy an easygoing retreat in the middle of all the action at this vacation rental in Des Moines! The 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath house is close to everything from live sports and entertainment to nature spots along the river, like the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden. At the end of a jam-packed day, return home to relax on the deck, start up the grill, or gather around the fire pit. Your urban escape is just a click away!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed

INDOOR LIVING
- 3 flat-screen TVs
- Dining table
- Electric fireplace

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Patio w/ outdoor dining set
- Charcoal grill (bring your own charcoal)
- Fire pit (bring your own wood)
- Front deck w/ outdoor dining set

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, toaster
- Cooking basics, dishware & flatware
- High chair, trash bags & paper towels

GENERAL
- Central heating & A/C
- Towels & linens, hair dryer, iron & board, hangers
- Free WiFi
- Keyless entry

FAQ
- 4 exterior security cameras (facing out)
- Quiet hours (10:00 PM-8:00 AM)

ACCESSIBILITY
- 2-story home, 7 steps to enter
- Full bathroom & all bedrooms on 2nd floor

PARKING
- Driveway (3 vehicles)
- Free street parking (first-come, first-served)
- RV/trailer parking allowed on street

-- THE LOCATION --

- Less than 1 mile to Iowa Events Center & Wells Fargo Arena
- Across the street from Cheatom Park: sports courts & playground
- 1 mile to Pappajohn Sculpture Park
- 2 miles to Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden
- 6 miles to Blank Park Zoo
- 6 miles to Des Moines International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 2-story home requires 7 steps to enter. Stairs are required to access both bedrooms and the full bathroom on the 2nd floor
- The home is thoroughly inspected before each stay. A video walkthrough of the property is recorded prior to each guest’s arrival to document the condition of the home
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 Vivint security cameras. Camera 1 is a doorbell device facing the front outdoor entry, camera 2 is above the back patio door facing the backyard, camera 3 is on the side of the home facing the side yard, and camera 4 is on the front of the home facing the driveway. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras continuously record video and sound

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

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

  • Unit size: 1,378 square feet

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

514826

Frequently asked questions

Does 1 Mi to Dtwn: 'The Rossi House' in Des Moines! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 1 Mi to Dtwn: 'The Rossi House' in Des Moines!?

No, 1 Mi to Dtwn: 'The Rossi House' in Des Moines! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Are pets allowed at 1 Mi to Dtwn: 'The Rossi House' in Des Moines!?

No, pets are not allowed.

1 Mi to Dtwn: 'The Rossi House' in Des Moines! Reviews

Reviews

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2.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

BrianandAmanda S.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointing

Upon arrival on Friday evening, my guests and I quickly realized that while the property initially appeared acceptable, a closer inspection revealed significant and unacceptable cleanliness issues. It became evident that the property had been staged with clean linens and amenities, but never properly cleaned following its recent purchase and superficial updates. This was not a minor issue, as one representative suggested—it was a fundamental failure to meet basic cleanliness and hygiene standards.I contacted the host immediately and was offered a quick cleaning visit, which would not have resolved the issue. This property required a deep clean by a professional team—something that should have been completed well before any guests arrived.What I found additionally troubling was the shift in focus to a birthday gathering we had mentioned. It was a quiet, small celebration involving a cake and charcuterie, not a party or event that violated the rental agreement. Suggesting otherwise, as indicated by comments from your representative and an email titled “Policy Violations Reported,” felt like an attempt to deflect from the legitimate concerns we raised about the condition of the property. I had tried to resolve this issue without leaving a bad review, but I have not heard from Vrbo or Evolve since my initial complaint was filed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025