Retreat from the hustle and bustle to this fully renovated quiet and charming cottage-style home in the heart of Ames. Walk to restaurants, shops, and coffee. Located just two blocks from Main Street you’ll find the best boutique restaurants and shopping Ames had to offer. Relax in the evenings around the fire pit or challenge your group to a game of horseshoes. No matter the vacation you envision, you’ll feel at home. Welcome home to The Retreat by Epic Stays, Luxury Vacation Rentals. In this early 1900’s renovated cottage guest will walk into a formal sitting room though the front door. Also, on the main level are the queen bed bedroom, full bathroom, the kitchen and family living room with TV. The kitchen and family room open up to each other in the rear of the home. From there, guest have access to the large back deck with BBQ grill. Upstairs in the converted attic space is the King bed room and kids room with two twin beds. The upstairs rooms have a lower ceiling than the main floor. Outside is a variety of yard games like horse shoes, croquet, bocce ball, and wood burning fire pit. Parking is very easy in the front of the house or in the back drive way from the ally. The Retreat is conveniently located close to Iowa State Campus and Main Street. During winter months should it snow during your stay; a local plow company will come by after 2 or more inches of snow. A snow shovel and ice melt is provided on site for guest use during the winter.