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Velvet Noir - Sultry City Luxe

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Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
Exterior
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Hoyt Sherman Place
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Des Moines

Downtown Des Moines stay.You'll be steps from Hoyt Sherman Place and within a 10-minute walk of The Wallace Centers of Iowa: Wallace House with a stay at this Downtown Des Moines condo. UnityPoint Health - Blank Children's Hospital and John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Drake University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Casey's Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gateway Market & Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Big Grove Brewery & Taproom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Southview Cafe - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Velvet Noir - Sultry City Luxe

Welcome to Velvet Noir—an indulgent, moody escape in the heart of historic Sherman Hill, Des Moines’ oldest downtown neighborhood. Built in 1880 and fully renovated, this dramatic yet elegant home sleeps 10 and features 3 stunning bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a spacious outdoor patio. Walk to local shops, nightlife, renowned breweries, and acclaimed dining. With vintage glamour and rich velvet finishes, it’s perfect for unforgettable gatherings or romantic city getaways.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Reviews

Velvet Noir - Sultry City Luxe Reviews

10

Exceptional

8.0/10

Cleanliness
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

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
We truly enjoyed our time at the Velvet Noir. The location was perfect for the activities we wanted to do in downtown Des Moines. The host was very responsive, kind and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025