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The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~

Vacation home near Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines

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A single-story house with a front porch, a visible mailbox, and a number '2712' on the front.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with curtains, and a plant.
Full screened porch
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a stainless steel sink, and a dishwasher.
A hot tub, wicker furniture, and a decorative wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Sky Glider East
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the area

Des Moines

Fairground stay.Your stay at this Fairground vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Iowa State Fairgrounds and Sleepy Hollow Sports Park. Grand View Golf Course and Iowa State Capitol Building are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sky Glider East - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Casey's Center - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Drake University - 7 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Bud Tent - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪The Depot - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Long John Silver's - ‬13 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.

The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~

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. You will have the whole house & property to yourself!

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 ensure 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!

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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 999 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 are welcome
  • Maximum 3 (weight limit: 999 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~ to the airport?

This vacation home is 8.8 mi (26-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~ have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~ offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~ have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~ have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~ to downtown Des Moines?

This vacation home is 2.7 mi away from Des Moines.

The Walnut Retreat~Whole house! Hot Tub~Library~ Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip and nice house in great location. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house and host were both amazing! Very clean and cozy home! Comfy beds! The hot tub was icing on the cake! After a nice long day sitting in their was the perfect ending to a great day! The host was great at communicating and gave us great recommendations on things to do! Would definitely go back to this home if I went back to Iowa on vacation again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall impression: wow this place is spotless CLEAN! Everything was new and very nice. Pet friendly too was so appreciated. Nice quiet neighborhood, quick drive to fairgrounds. Beds and furniture are comfy and the central air conditioning was heavenly! Hope to stay again the next time in Des Moines.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is exactly as pictured. The small touches like an extra toothbrush or razor, makeup wipes were an added bonus. Nicole was a great communicator and was quick with responses. The back screened in porch was a great quiet spoke to enjoy a cup of coffee or a book. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026