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Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St.

Vacation home near Drake University in Des Moines

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A narrow hallway with a white door on the right, a small round table with a lamp, a wicker basket, and a potted plant on the left.
A living room with a sofa, two ottomans, a chair, and a painting on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, a sink, and a plant on the counter.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.
A two-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a well-maintained lawn.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 674 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Waveland Municipal Golf Course
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Buccaneer Arena
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Merle Hay Mall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Des Moines

Merle Hay stay.Your stay at this Merle Hay vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Merle Hay Mall and Buccaneer Arena. Drake University and Val Air Ballroom are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Waveland Municipal Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Buccaneer Arena - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Merle Hay Mall - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Drake University - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 11 min drive - 15.3 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fazoli's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Centerfield Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Simon's - ‬3 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.

Comfortable Home Centrally Located on Quiet St!

You’ll love your stay in our clean and cozy 2-bedroom (3 queen beds), 1-bath bungalow. Perfect for a weekend getaway with friends, your upcoming work trip, or traveling families with kids. Located just 5 minutes from I-235, you’re situated perfectly between Downtown Des Moines and West Des Moines, in the highly-reputable Waveland neighborhood.

Enjoy the Waveland golf course, nearby public tennis courts, Waveland café, La Mie Bakery, Simons 5-star restaurant, locally-famous Snookies Malt Shop, public waterpark “Tower Park Sprayground”, charming boutiques for shopping, and of course, the Des Moines Art Center.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets 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
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St. to the airport?

This vacation home is 9 mi (28-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St.?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (19-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St.?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St. to downtown Des Moines?

This vacation home is 4.5 mi away from Des Moines.

Good Vibes 2 Bed Home Centrally Located on Quiet St. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ve stayed at Good Vibes house many times. Hosts Ali and Bogey are great to work with and the location is very convenient to family we visit and to shops, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved everything about this spot! Location was terrific for us and it truly is a Good Vibes place. Host was charming and communicative. If we come back to the area, we will look no further!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

chris s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elena B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming and understanding. Cute home and very comfortable and clean. I had a great stay and loved how they had extra towels and blankets.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Laurie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
check in was super easy and it had everything we needed. The location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cory C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little place to stay.

Nice, clean, excellent communication. Would definitely recommend and stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily M. W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Highly recommend, everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls’ long weekend trip

Good Vibes House is cozy, well-appointed and in a great location. We always enjoy our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Appreciated how clean your home was. Mid century mod styling was fun. Thanks for figuring out the remote thermostat and adjusting the temperature so quickly.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great. Host communication was excellent. We really appreciated getting shoveled out so quickly!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is just as described and its location is perfect for the DSM area. Super close to nearly everything. We will definitely be back next year!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely decor and comfy stay

Comfortable and attractive home in a quiet neighborhood. Perfect for our family stay of 4 adults and 2 children.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and great location

We love staying at Good Vibes House. The charming decor, full-sized Kitchen and location make it an ideal spot to stay in for our visits. Hosts are great with communication and are gracious and professional.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Spot!

This was perfect for what we needed!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simple, easy stay

House was simple and exactly what we needed for our quick weekend trip. Located on a quiet street and centrally located to get to all parts of Des Moines!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Weekend Stay

Comfortable, quiet and cozy. The perfect little home base for me and my family while visiting my niece. Conveniently located near provisions, coffee, restaurants, shops and downtown. Looking forward to my next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another excellent/comfortable stay at Good Vibes House! Ali and Bogey are wonderful hosts and we appreciated the air conditioning in the August heat! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ali and Bogey are always great hosts. The property is always clean and welcoming. This visit there was bitter cold and snow but the front porch, steps and walkways were promptly shoveled. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July long weekend

Good Vibes House is charming, comfortable, well-appointed and is in a great location for visiting our family. We are repeat customers and look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One night stay

Great experience overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Comfortable! Baby Friendly!

We had a great stay! The home was very comfortable, the street was quiet and the location was great - close to where we needed to go, plus close to restaurants and shopping. The travel crib and the high chair were very appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dean D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

The home was very cozy and comfortable. Enjoyed the decor
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean adorable house in great location

We had a fantastic stay. The house and amenities were exactly as listed. Close to everything and quiet little street. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy home mid century modern furnishings

Very pleased with the home and it’s accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sima J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute home and Nice Stay

We had a nice quick stay with family! The home was very clean, nice and homey feeling and loved the games in the tv cabinet for the kids! Plenty of towels and bedding was very comfortable. Would probably rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023