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The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM

Vacation home near Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines

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A modern living room with a leather sofa, grey armchair, and a coffee table with a cowhide rug.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a microwave, an oven, and a dishwasher.
A house with a red door, a mailbox, and a number 803 on the wall.
A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside table with a lamp, a desk with a chair, and a ceiling fan.
A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a cowhide rug, and a coffee table with a book. There is a kitchen in the background with white cabinets and a dining area with two orange chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Blank Park Zoo
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Des Moines Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Principal Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the area

Des Moines

In Des Moines .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Des Moines vacation home, you'll find Fort Des Moines Museum and Blank Park Zoo. Gray’s Lake Park and Water Works Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Blank Park Zoo - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Fort Des Moines Museum - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Principal Park - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Casey's Center - 6 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caribou Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Air Lanes Bowling Center - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 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 Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM

Welcome to The Cactus House, a boho-western single-family home just south of downtown. Each bedroom has a memory foam bed, duvet/covers, multiple pillow options. Work-from-home space in bedroom 1 and private in-home laundry room. Huge backyard off the large back deck. Single car garage and long driveway. Residential side street off SW 9th for easy access to downtown Des Moines, the zoo, the airport, and other local attractions.

Internet is 984 mbps

We have tried to think of everything you could need while staying at our place! We are frequently short-term rental travelers ourselves and have included all of the best details from our years of traveling and years of hosting others!

Bedrooms with large closets to hold enough for those who overpack the most! Luggage carriers as well to hold your bags. 12-inch Memory Foam mattresses with 3-inch memory foam toppers and blackout curtains in rooms for a comfortable stay. Duvet covers, extra pillows and blankets will make for a great night's sleep!

Updated full bath with travel toiletries and other extras in case you forgot yours!

The kitchen has all of the basics for a quick stay or a long-term stay! Coffee (both decaf and regular) and tea are provided with cream and sugar to start your days off right! We include things others may overlook like a toaster, crockpot, lots of cooking utensils, a tea kettle, hand mixer, seasonings, a blender, and so much more!

We would love for you to stay with us at the Cactus House. Please reach out with any questions you may have and we are happy to answer. Des Moines is a great city and we have a lot of food suggestions!

You have complete access to the entire home, garage, and backyard. The backyard space is the length of two lots and is all part of the house.

The driveway is quite long and could accommodate multiple vehicles. You may also park on the street in front of the property, but please follow all city parking rules.

Both the front and back doors have smart keypads on them for which codes will be provided.

Other things to note
-- In-unit laundry with pods/dryer sheets included!
-- Dish Washer included
-- Portable Fans included in the bedroom closets
-- Office desk in the king bedroom
-- Front/Rear Door Exterior Ring Security Cameras
-- Access to Nest Thermostat so you can set your desired temp (or ask us to do it from the app!)

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Property amenities

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
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM to the airport?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi (15-min drive) away from the Des Moines International Airport (DSM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM?

As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM on Jul 13, 2026 start from CA $149, 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.

Does The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Cactus House: A Boho Western Single Family Home Just South of Downtown DSM to downtown Des Moines?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi away from Des Moines.