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The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

Vacation home near Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines

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Interior
Room
Living area
Bathroom
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Iowa State Fairgrounds
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Sky Glider East
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Adventureland
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Des Moines

Heart of Des Moines.Within a 15-minute walk of this Fairground vacation home, you'll find Iowa State Fairgrounds and Sky Glider East. Sleepy Hollow Sports Park and Grand View Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sky Glider East - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Casey's Center - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Adventureland - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 18 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Long John Silver's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 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 Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate

It’s a retro, Iowa themed family friendly house that sleeps 7-10. Fully fenced in back yard. This isn’t your average Vrbo, it’s a FUN ONE!!
There’s games, toys, & a super fun Field of Dreams themed rec room with air hockey, ping pong, pool table, darts, & basketball!
Is this Heaven? No, it’s just the coolest Vrbo in Des Moines!

Make some memories at this unique and family-friendly place.

Birthday parties welcome, inquire for cost prior to booking.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights
Wash your dishes. With pet: clean any excessive fur, all poop in trash can or it’s $20/poop I have to pick up.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Pets are not allowed on furniture, pick up after your pet outside/inside, and animals cannot be left at home alone. $60 for two / 3+ additional fees
$25 per person NOT listed on revservation. $250 UNATHORIZED PARTY FINE. Lying about pets is TWICE the fee. Honesty is appreciated.
Event fee: $75, maximum 15 people

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Pet Friendly (rule + fee apply)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: birthday parties
Birthday parties welcome, inquire before booking.

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
Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Birthday parties welcome, inquire before booking.
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. Parties and events (including birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15. Note from host: Birthday parties welcome, inquire before booking. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate to the airport?

This vacation home is 9.7 mi (25-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 Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate?

As of Apr 28, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate on May 4, 2026 start from CA $168, 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 Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate?

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 Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate to downtown Des Moines?

This vacation home is 2.9 mi away from Des Moines.

The Iowa Fair House - Games + Walk to Main Gate Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ami K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was built with some much effort, I love every little details about it, also the host was such a genuine kind person. Amazing time well spent!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026