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Base Camp – Modern Cozy Retreat with Sauna, Hot Tub & Fun for Families in WDM

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Consider a stay at Base Camp – Modern Cozy Retreat with Sauna, Hot Tub & Fun for Families in WDM and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and an arcade/game room. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a gym.

Entire home

232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

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

Base Camp – Modern Cozy Retreat with Sauna, Hot Tub & Fun for Families in WDM

Welcome to your West Des Moines retreat. This spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers comfort and style with a private deck and backyard, hot tub, home gym, and free parking. Located less than 10 minutes from Jordan Creek Town Center and Topgolf, 15 minutes from the airport, and close to major sports complexes—perfect for families, teams, or business travelers. Sleeps 12-15. ⭑Master Bedroom:⭑
✔ King bed with premium bedding in a spacious layout
✔ Walk-in closet, dresser, and room-darkening shades
✔ Smart TV for personalized entertainment
✔ Connected en-suite bathroom with jet tub, full shower, and double vanity
✔ Dedicated workspace for convenience
✔ Cozy nook perfect for a crib

⭑Second Bedroom:⭑
✔ Two sets of bunk beds — perfect for kids or groups
✔ Smart TV for personalized entertainment
✔ Room-darkening shades
✔ Closet and dresser for storage

⭑Third Bedroom:⭑
✔ Queen bed with soft linens
✔ Smart TV for personalized entertainment
✔ Room-darkening shades
✔ Closet and dresser for storage

⭑Fourth Bedroom:⭑
✔ King bed with extra pillows and blankets
✔ Closet and dresser for ample storage
✔ Smart TV for personalized entertainment
✔ Room-darkening shades for restful sleep

⭑Fifth Bedroom (Basement):⭑
✔ Queen bed with cozy setup in the basement
✔ Smart TV for personalized entertainment
✔ Room-darkening shades
✔ Closet and dresser for storage

⭑Living Room:⭑
✔ Bright, open-concept space with cozy seating
✔ Smart TV with access to top streaming apps
✔ Selection of books, board games, and card games for entertainment

⭑Kitchen and Dining Area:⭑
✔ Fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel oven, electric stove, refrigerator, freezer, microwave, and dishwasher
✔ Cooking essentials provided, including pots, pans, oil, salt & pepper, baking supplies, and spices
✔ Complete dishware set with plates, bowls, cups, and silverware. Children's set.
✔ Coffee station with Nespresso and drip coffee makers, coffee, mugs, and to‑go cups
✔ Blender, toaster, wine glasses, and extra‑large air fryer
✔ Breakfast bar and adjacent dining table seating up to 6
✔ Main dining area with seating for 7 guests

⭑Bathrooms:⭑
✔ Three full bathrooms with fresh towels and essentials
Half bath next to living room
✔ Complimentary toiletries and hair dryers

⭑ Basement: ⭑
✔ Fully finished lower level with comfortable living space
✔ Kitchenette for snacks and drinks
✔ Full bathroom located on this level
✔ Dedicated work area for remote work or planning your stay
✔ Direct access to the backyard for easy indoor–outdoor flow

⭑ Rec Room & Wellness Area: ⭑
✔ Spacious recreation room with 75” TV for movies and sports
✔ Arcade machines & basketball putt game
✔ Private gym with weights, bench & yoga mats
✔ Infrared sauna for post-workout relaxation

⭑Outdoor Space:⭑
✔ Private patio and fully fenced backyard with open grassy area
✔ Fire pit with 8 Adirondack chairs for cozy gatherings
✔ Outdoor furniture and dining area with seating for 4
✔ Private gas BBQ grill for outdoor cooking
✔ Hot tub for relaxation and unwinding

⭑Additional Amenities:⭑
✔ High-speed Wi-Fi throughout

⭑Safety and Security:⭑
✔ Smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, fire extinguisher
✔ Smart lock for secure, contactless self-check-in
✔ Private entrance and separate street/building entrance

⭑Entertainment and Connectivity:⭑
✔ Smart TVs in every room with access to major streaming services
✔ TV in the rec room for extra viewing options
✔ Comfortable sitting area for relaxing or socializing
✔ Direct access to a 7-acre park with batting cages, basketball courts, and a playground

⭑Heating and Cooling:⭑
✔ Central air conditioning and heating

⭑Parking and Facilities:⭑
✔ Free parking on premises

⭑Services:⭑
✔ Self check-in with smart lock

Your stay at Base Camp promises relaxing comfort, modern convenience, and a memorable West Des Moines experience. Book now and start your Iowa adventure in style!

⭑About the Area⭑
Located in West Des Moines, IA, Base Camp offers easy access to local attractions and vibrant city life.
Parks & Outdoor
🌲 Walnut Woods State Park – Local favorite park with trails & nature — ~5–7 min / ~3 mi
🚣 Raccoon River Park – Big riverfront park with trails & picnic spots — ~7 min / ~4 mi
🌳 Brown's Woods – Quiet wooded walking trails — ~6 min / ~3 mi
🏞️ Holiday Park – Community park close by — ~5 min / ~2 mi
Family & Entertainment
🐟 Blue Zoo Aquarium Des Moines – Interactive aquarium — ~8 min / ~4 mi
👶 Des Moines Children’s Museum – Great for kids — ~10 min / ~5 mi
🎥 Century 20 Jordan Creek and XD – Movie theater — ~8 min / ~4 mi
🧠 Science Center of Iowa – Hands-on science exhibits — ~15 min / ~8 mi
🏟️ Valley Stadium – Located across the street
🏟️ Wells Fargo Arena – Major sports & events venue — ~15 min / ~8 mi
Shopping & Neighborhoods
🛍️ Historic Valley Junction – Trendy shops, cafes & markets — ~10 min / ~6 mi
🛒 Jordan Creek Town Center – Major mall with dozens of stores — ~8 min / ~4 mi
Attractions & Culture
🗿 Pappajohn Sculpture Park – Iconic outdoor art park — ~15 min / ~7 mi
🏛️ Iowa State Capitol – Beautiful historical building — ~18 min / ~9 mi
🌿 Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden – Indoor/outdoor gardens — ~15 min / ~8 mi
🦁 Blank Park Zoo – Classic zoo experience — ~16 min / ~9 mi
🏡 Salisbury House & Gardens – Historic mansion & gardens — ~15 min / ~8 mi
🚜 Living History Farms – Outdoor history museum — ~12 min / ~7 mi
Restaurants & Cafés
🍷 Irina's Steak & Seafood – Upscale steakhouse — ~6 min / ~3 mi
🍤 Waterfront Seafood Market – Popular seafood spot — ~8 min / ~4 mi
🌮 Fiesta Mexican Restaurant – Highly rated tacos — ~7 min / ~4 mi
🍽️ Cooper's on 5th – Cozy American dining — ~10 min / ~6 mi
🍺 Bix – Popular bar & grill — ~10 min / ~6 mi
☕ HomeGrown - West Des Moines – Brunch café — ~9 min / ~5 mi
🥞 Early Bird West Des Moines – Brunch favorite — ~9 min / ~5 mi
🍖 El Toreado Restaurant Bar & Grill – Mexican grill — ~8 min / ~4 mi

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Gym

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please set the hot tub to 90F
Turn off the sauna
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

West Des Moines is home to this vacation home. Jordan House and Valley Junction are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Walnut Woods State Park and Badger Creek State Recreation Area. Traveling with kids? Make time for Iowa State Fairgrounds, or check out an event or a game at Casey's Center. Visit our West Des Moines travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Jordan Creek Town Center
    Jordan Creek Town Center
    4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Valley Stadium
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • MercyOne Mills Civic Express Care
    16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • West Glen Town Center
    2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Casey's Center
    13 min drive - 19.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    23 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    17 min walk
  • Starbucks
    4 min drive
  • McDonald's
    18 min walk
  • Pizza Hut Express
    4 min drive
  • Steak 'n Shake
    20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Base Camp – Modern Cozy Retreat with Sauna, Hot Tub & Fun for Families in WDM pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Base Camp – Modern Cozy Retreat with Sauna, Hot Tub & Fun for Families in WDM?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Base Camp – Modern Cozy Retreat with Sauna, Hot Tub & Fun for Families in WDM?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Base Camp – Modern Cozy Retreat with Sauna, Hot Tub & Fun for Families in WDM located?

This family-friendly West Des Moines vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Valley Stadium and MercyOne Mills Civic Express Care. Jordan Creek Town Center and West Glen Town Center are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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