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The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown

2.0 star property

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Smart TV, books, offices
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Windsor Heights, IA
  • Merle Hay Mall
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Val Air Ballroom
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Drake University
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Windsor Heights

A family-friendly stay in Windsor Heights awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be within a 15-minute walk of Buccaneer Arena and 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Merle Hay Mall. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a balcony and a Smart TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a water park, a games room and a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities and barbecues. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Windsor Heights holiday home include Drake University and Wells Fargo Arena.
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What's nearby

  • Merle Hay Mall - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Val Air Ballroom - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Drake University - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Living History Farms - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 10 min drive - 10.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪HyVee Market Grill Express - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪B-Bop's Burgers Fries Cola - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown

Located in the safe, vibrant neighborhood of Windsor Heights, our expansive 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom oasis offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and fun. Whether you're planning a family gathering or group stay, The Love Shack is a true home away from home.

Step into this family-friendly retreat featuring two cozy living rooms, comfortable queen and king beds, and plenty of space to relax. The home is packed with amenities to make your stay seamless, including air conditioning, heating, high-speed WiFi, a washer and dryer, hairdryer, and iron. For ultimate relaxation, unwind in one of our three bathrooms, complete with a jetted bathtub and walk-in shower.

Outdoors, enjoy our BBQ grill under the pergola, perfect for outdoor dining and gathering. The backyard is a haven with native plants and four friendly chickens that provide fresh eggs daily. The lower level offers even more fun with a kitchenette, dartboard, and a costume closet for the perfect photo-op!

Conveniently located just 10 minutes from downtown Des Moines, you can enjoy the best of both worlds—peaceful suburban living with easy access to the city’s top attractions.

We’re always happy to assist with any questions during your stay. Book your stay at The Love Shack for an unforgettable family-friendly getaway!

Property manager

Tiffany Junge

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Dogs less than 50 lbs per pet Pet friendly

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown have a pool?

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

Does The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown have a waterslide?

No, but it has a waterpark and lazy river.

Is The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade and a water park, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown?

No, The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

The Love Shack: Spacious Family Getaway, 5 bed/3 bath, 10 Minutes from Downtown Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rob A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun place to stay close to Drake and Downtown

This house is ridiculous, but in a good and fun way. We were in town with family to celebrate our daughter's graduation from Drake and this house was an excellent fit for our group. We only had seven people, but there is easily room to sleep 10 comfortably. We didn't use the kitchen, but the dining room table was great for a game of Five Crowns and we played a few games of darts in the game room downstairs.Location wise, it was a quick and easy drive from the house to both Drake and downtown Des Moines. West Des Moines was easy to get to as well.Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and I wouldn't hesitate to stay here again if we are back with a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding Central

Great house for our family to stay and gather between weddings events! Easy to get to and had lots of space to hang out.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025