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MidCentury, technicolor Ranch w/yard, w+d, parking
- Ranch home in Des Moines' friendly Beaverdale neighborhood - Steps from grocery store, ice cream shop+dining - Blocks to more dining+shops - Less than 5 minutes from Drake University - Around 10 minutes from downtown, Des Moines, Arts Center, parks - Easy access within 15 minutes to suburbs - 1000+ feet with open living, dining and kitchen, 2 beds, 1 bath, laundry and on-site parking - Outdoor front porch, back patio+fire pit - Perfect for a family or two couples ***Send your special requests!

The Hay Loft: Hot Tub • Game Room • Fire Pit • BBQ
Centrally located to Downtown Des Moines, sits our fully remodeled, 5 bedroom, 2 full bathroom home that can sleep 14 guests. The Hay Loft offers privacy for your large group, yet it's also close to everything that Des Moines has to offer! Our amenities include: spacious hot tub, fire-pit, grill, office space and a fully stocked kitchen. Fiber internet/WiFi + smart TVs in every room. Just a couple of blocks from Drake College, and within three miles of the Iowa Event Center and Casey's Center

Sassy, Fun, Adult Getaway! Gameroom!
Prof. designed w/feminine sass, this space has so many details to make you smile! From the cuss word coffee bar to the game room, to the aromatic scent bar to the adult themed card/board games, to the choice of soft cheetah print robes & luxurious throw blankets, no detail has been left out. Walking dist. to restaurants, bars, coffee shops, grocery stores, a spa/nail place & easy access to the bike trails & I235. 10 mins to downtown DSM or the nightlife of West Glen. Super safe, quiet nbrhood.

Effortless Landing near Airport!
Welcome to the Effortless Landing! Our super clean and comfy, Boho style retreat. Private keyless entry with off street parking. Enjoy a queen bed, additional pull out queen bed in the couch, great local coffee, & all the amenities like fiber wifi, TV, full kitchen, & laundry. Add that to the wonderful surroundings of the city of Des Moines, in a quiet, centrally located neighborhood. Conveniently located 4 minutes from the Des Moines International Airport, & 7 minutes to Downtown Des Moines!

Garden Retreat Near Downtown, Botanical Immersion
An enjoyable blend of outdoor splendor (a botanical immersion), & indoor comfort within the metro area. Colorful floral summer garden splash and sugar-coated winter evergreens. Minutes from downtown ( Events Center, live music, great restaurants) yet in a quiet neighborhood. Great for families, two couples, three friends -house & yard. Expect lazy mornings, a bit of urban magic, inspiring surroundings, and ease of accessibility. Two showers, extremely clean with bright colorful vibration.

Peaceful Setting & Modern Style
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and retreat to your own private oasis with this charming 2 Bedroom Airbnb. The house provides present-day amenities while still honoring the original 1930s character. You’ll enjoy a new and sparkling clean kitchen, complete with all the appliances and utensils you need. The bathroom, laundry, dining room, reading nook and living room have all been beautifully updated as well, ensuring that you'll feel right at home from the moment you arrive.

The Carol Anne-Charming 2bd/2ba Victorian near DT!
This Victorian-era duplex is the perfect mix of Victorian and modern for all the comforts of home. Perfect for quick or extended trips. Location can't be beat: Walking distance to Drake University. Minutes by car to downtown, hospitals, Ingersoll district and proximity to I-235 gets you anywhere in the city. Off street parking/electronic locks make check-in a easy. 2 large bedrooms w/queen beds, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, laundry, closets, and more making it ideal for multiple guests!

•Spacious 4 - bedroom 2 king beds•
Bring the whole family to this great place with lots of room for fun minutes from Adventureland and Prairie Meadows. Located in a quiet neighborhood close to tons of shopping and restaurants. This home is stocked with essential items. Kitchen has a large table with extra chairs and cookware/dinnerware as well as basic cooking needs and condiments. Two living spaces, three full baths 4 bedrooms 2 king 2 queen and double twin daybed Laundry room with washer and dryer. Free parking.

Newly Remodeled Home with Walk-In Shower
My home is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood of Ankeny with a 16 min. drive to downtown Des Moines and Wells Fargo Arena. The high trestle trail is about 8 blocks away with a nice park 1 block away. The highlight of my home is the newly remodeled bedrooms and bathroom. There are queen beds in each of the bedrooms. The guest bed is brand new. The living room has a 55” LG OLED 4k TV with a PlayStation 5. I have high-speed cable internet with cable through slingTV.

Woodland Heights hist. district house on the hill.
Beautiful historic duplex house in the heart of woodland heights. Walking distance to downtown and next to Ingersoll avenue which is full of shops, bars, restaurants and more. Our place allows 2 parking spots on site with a side entrance to your upstairs Airbnb. The 800+ sq ft space includes a private kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, living room, and balcony with views of downtown. Picnic table and grassy area below balcony can be used on those nice Iowa days.

Quintessential Iowa Stay -Quiet, Cozy & Convenient
Bring the family and settle into our newer ranch home in tranquil Bondurant — just minutes from Des Moines and all the area’s top attractions! *Adventureland Park 2 miles *Prairie Meadows Casino 2 miles *Outlets of DSM 2 miles *Civic Center 12 miles *Jack Trice Stadium Ames 34 miles *Newton Speedway 27 miles *The District at Prairie Trail Ankeny 12 miles *Blank Park Zoo 17 miles *Iowa State Fairgrounds 11 miles *Des Moines Farmers’ Market 12 miles

Disco Dreamhouse | Insta-Worthy Stay Near Downtown
Ball Pit | Palm Springs Vibes | Pet-Friendly Welcome to the ultimate Insta-worthy getaway! Featuring a ball pit, Swiftie vibes, & stylish decor, this bold & playful space is perfect for bachelorettes, birthdays, & weekend escapes. Enjoy a fully fenced yard, fire pit, stocked kitchen, & peaceful hammock. No pet fees—treats & toys included! 🐾 Pet-friendly | Self Check-In | Free Parking 📍 7 min to downtown. Book now for a one-of-a-kind stay!
Popular amenities for house rentals in Altoona
House rentals with a pool

Comfortable and Spacious Five Bedroom Home

Urbandale Oasis

Ankeny Stay | Gym | Game Room | Spa | BBQ | I-35

New Arrival Bright Neat Nascent Neighborly Garage

Sleeps 16/GameRM/Pool/Hot tub/Large backyard/Pets

Summer House DSM

Graceland Acreage w/ Party Barn!

Private Hot-Tub Getaway Near Downtown DSM
Weekly house rentals

Des Moines Bungalow in Drake University Area

Enjoy golf course views with hot tub and fire pit.

The Draper-MCM Spacious Ranch minutes to it all

Charlie's Place

Modern Comfort in Ankeny

Whole House, HotTub, 2 LivingRooms, 3BR, 2BA

Zen Den Bungalow

Warm and inviting ranch
Private house rentals

Retro 2 Bedroom APT in Waukee, IA

Pet friendly with swim spa near the DSM airport

Charming Remodeled Home

Pleasant home in Pleasant Hill

Cozy Cute Bungalow

The Modern Getaway

Modern & Minimal Home for Simple Living

The Norwood
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Explore 20 holiday rentals in Altoona

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Altoona holiday rentals start at € 26 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly holiday rentals
10 properties offer extra space & child-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly holiday rentals
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Rentals with dedicated workspaces
10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wifi availability
20 of Altoona holiday rentals include wifi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi and Pool across Altoona rentals

4.9 Average rating
Altoona stays are highly rated by guests – averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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