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Iowa State Fairgrounds is located near Hot tub🌟Library🌟Fire Pit🌟Shaded/Screened Porch🌟Fully stocked kitchen🌟Garage, which provides a firepit, a garden, and laundry facilities. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ¥35,677
¥66,170 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31

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About this property

Hot tub🌟Library🌟Fire Pit🌟Shaded/Screened Porch🌟Fully stocked kitchen🌟Garage

  • Welcome to The Walnut Retreat! 🌟

    Whether you are here for activities at the famous Iowa State Fairgrounds, business trip or a relaxing getaway, this fully loaded home offers the perfect blend of entertainment and relaxation.

    Ultimate Relaxation: 🌟
    Unwind in the private hot tub.
    It is drained and disinfected between guests and has a locking cover for safety. It is kept at 100° in the summer and 102° in the colder months. It can be increased up to 104° if you wish.

    Cozy Evenings: 🌟
    Gather around the fire pit or relax on the fully furnished, screened-in back porch.

    Book Lover's Paradise: 🌟
    Explore a massive, curated library on the front porch with reads for every age.

    Secure Parking: 🌟
    Garage access keeps your vehicle out of the elements and plenty of driveway parking, no sitting in the street here!

    Perfectly suited for 4 guests, though it can accommodate 6. This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home blends entertainment and relaxation.

    Why You Will Love This Space

    Prime Location: Just two short blocks from the Iowa State Fairgrounds.

    Chef’s Kitchen & BBQ:
    Fully stocked for cooking, featuring a dedicated coffee bar and an outdoor charcoal grill.

    Modern Comforts:
    Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi and enjoy the convenience of main-floor laundry.

    Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 6)

    Bedroom 1: Premium Queen bed.
    Bedroom 2: Premium Queen bed.

    The Library: Features a twin daybed with a pull-out trundle mattress underneath.

    Bonus: For your convenience, both of these high-quality twin mattresses can easily be moved into the main house spaces to fit your group's specific sleeping layout.

    📝 Guest Notes & House Rules

    Pet Policy: We love animals! Well-behaved pets are welcome to join your stay, we do have a $49 per pet fee assessed at booking for extra cleaning, we must insure that the next guest will be comfortable even if they have pet allergies.

    If your pet damages the property in any way a fee of $1000+ will be assessed based on damages/accidents.

    Library Safety: Children must be supervised by an adult at all times while browsing the library collection.

    Grill Essentials: Guests are welcome to use the charcoal grill, but please bring your own charcoal.

    Please shower any products off of skin before entering the hot tub. Please refrain from dunking your head. The back porch houses a personal changing tent, please change out of your wet clothes before entering the home, there are robes and beach towels in the dining room as well as the washer and dryer for convenience.

    The home is stocked with the following:

    Ninja blender
    Above range microwave
    Dishwasher
    Water and ice dispenser on fridge
    Crock pot
    Waffle Maker
    Toaster
    Pots and pans
    Cooking and eating utensils and dishes
    Some condiments and seasonings
    Popcorn maker
    Coffee pot
    Hot water kettle
    Full knife set
    Paper towels
    Dish soap
    Garbage bags
    Cleaning supplies if needed
    BBQ utensil set "please bring charcoal"
    Baby, Toddler and children's utensils and dishes.
    Coffee cups, glasses and reusable water bottles.
    Coffee, filters, creamer, sugar and truvia.
    Hot chocolate
    Ice packs
    Can opener
    Wine opener
    Potato masher
    Scissors

    If you have any questions at all, feel free to message me!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable tableware
  • Water dispenser
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Lock the doors and return the keys
We hope you had a wonderful stay! Please place wet towels and robes in one of the bathtubs Don't forget to leave the garage door opener & ALL 4 keys!
If you accidentally take & cannot bring them back right away I will request $250 to have a company out to replace each item. Check-out is 10am tomorrow morning. If you check-out early, let us know.
We love to offer early check ins when possible but please don't feel obligated, your time is yours & we would never cut your stay short. If anything needs our attention please let us know. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No restriction on pet size, all pets must be approved. Destruction or accidents will incur $1000+ fine. Smoking/Vaping is allowed outdoors.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
3 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: All sizes are welcome if they are respectful.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

Located in Fairground, a neighborhood in Des Moines, this vacation home is near theme parks and near a water park. Some of the area's popular attractions include Iowa State Fairgrounds and Adventureland. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Casey's Center or Principal Park. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking. Visit our Des Moines travel guide
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What's nearby

  • An aerial view of a bustling fairground with various stalls, rides, and a Ferris wheel.
    Iowa State Fairgrounds
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sky Glider East
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Casey's Center
    6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Drake University
    7 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Adventureland
    11 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    14 min walk
  • Grand View University
    7 min drive
  • Casey's
    6 min drive
  • Zombie Burger + Drink Lab
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot tub🌟Library🌟Fire Pit🌟Shaded/Screened Porch🌟Fully stocked kitchen🌟Garage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Hot tub🌟Library🌟Fire Pit🌟Shaded/Screened Porch🌟Fully stocked kitchen🌟Garage?

As of Aug 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hot tub🌟Library🌟Fire Pit🌟Shaded/Screened Porch🌟Fully stocked kitchen🌟Garage on Aug 30, 2026 start from ¥35,677, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hot tub🌟Library🌟Fire Pit🌟Shaded/Screened Porch🌟Fully stocked kitchen🌟Garage?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot tub🌟Library🌟Fire Pit🌟Shaded/Screened Porch🌟Fully stocked kitchen🌟Garage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hot tub🌟Library🌟Fire Pit🌟Shaded/Screened Porch🌟Fully stocked kitchen🌟Garage located?

Located in Fairground, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sleepy Hollow Sports Park and Grand View Golf Course. Iowa State Capitol Building and State Historical Museum of Iowa are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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