A little Italy in DSM! A great location that is central to many staples and nestled on a quiet residential side street! The space has a KING bedroom with a fun reading nook, queen bedroom, and a full bath. We offer easy remote check-in with both driveway parking and free street parking. A quick drive to: ☀ ~6 min to DSM Airport ☀ ~8 min to Wells Fargo Arena ☀ ~6 min to the Zoo ☀ ~9 min to the Grays Lake ☀ ~16 min to the Fairgrounds ☀ ~24 min to Jordan Creek ☀ ~24 min to Adventureland The space KEY FEATURES: ☀ 2 comfortable bedrooms; 1 king, 1 queen day bed trundle w/ a full bed pull-out ☀ 1 full bathroom w/ essentials included for you ☀ Smart Technology: Digital Keypads, Smart TV, Nest Thermostat for your use ☀ Modern kitchen newly renovated with new stainless steel appliances ☀ Open living room with comfy seating, smart TV, and boho design ☀ Dining room table that can seat 6 & a coffee bar Here Are A Few Kind Words From Our Past Guests: Beautiful home and super fun! Kelsey is an amazing and super helpful host! We would love to stay again if we’re ever back in the area! One of the best stays we’ve had. Thank you Kelsey!! Wish all hosts were like you! - Gary from DC The place was super cute and cozy. My friend and I had a great time staying at this place. The host was amazing and was good at checking in on us throughout our stay. I would recommend this place to anyone visiting. - Mary ★☆ BEDROOMS ☆★ The primary bedroom has a king sized bed with work desk and the fun reading nook. The second bedroom has a queen size trundle day bed with a full sized pull-out. Both bedrooms have a full-sized closet, blackout curtains, noise machines, portable fans, down comforters, and multiple pillow options (soft and firmer). We use 12-inch memory foam mattresses with an additional 3-in memory foam topper to provide as comfortable of a stay as possible. ★☆ BATHROOMS ☆★ There is 1 large full bathroom with a shower and tub. We include toiletries for those who may have forgotten theirs! A basic blow dryer, feminine kit, and other essentials are provided for those who may need them. ★☆ KIDS & INFANTS ☆★ ☀ Pack ‘n Play (mattress not provided) ☀ Attachable high chair ☀ Assortment of baby toys ☀ Baby bath seat ★☆ KITCHEN & DINING ☆★ The modern kitchen is located right off of the main living areas, and is loaded with all new stainless steel appliances & a coffee station (including a Keurig & coffee pods). A tea pot is also included on the stove. The dining room is right next to the kitchen with a large dining table for 6 people. A full set of plates, cutlery, cups, pots and pans, utensils, toaster, crock pot, blender, basic seasonings and oil, and more is included in case you want to cook in! ★☆ LIVING ROOM ☆★ In the living room, you’ll be greeted by comfy seating with extra blankets & pillows, a smart TV, and natural light coming from the windows looking out the front of the home. A perfect spot to wind down after your activities, relax, and watch your favorite show or movie! ★☆ READING NOOK ☆★ A favorite for those traveling with kids, but still able to be enjoyed by others. We transformed a nook in the main bedroom into a fun reading area with some cushioned seating, games, and books for a variety of ages to enjoy. ☀ Coffee Bar w/ Sugar, Creamer, Decaf, & Tea ☀ Reading Nook w/ Books for Multiple Ages ☀ Board Games & Cards to Enjoy ☀ Kitchen Stocked w/ Basics ☀ Laundry / Dryer w/ pods and dryer sheets. Ironing board, iron, and steamer included as well We have tried to think of everything you could possibly need while staying at our place! We are frequent short-term rental travelers ourselves and have included some of the best details from our years of traveling to help make for a comfortable and memorable stay for your group in Des Moines. Please reach out with any questions you may have, we love hosting and sharing our favorite spots in Des Moines with our guests! ☆ Click my profile below to learn more about us! ☆ ★ We Would Love to Host You In Des Moines!★ ♥ Consider saving our home by clicking the ♥ and visit us anytime! Guest access You have complete access to the entire unit. The backyard space is shared with the other unit. The driveway is quite long and could accommodate two vehicles. You may also park on the street in front of the property, but please follow all city parking rules. Other things to note -- In-unit laundry with pods/dryer sheets included! -- Dish Washer included -- Portable Fans included in the bedroom closet -- Office desk in the king bedroom -- Front/Rear Door Ring Cameras -- Access to Nest Thermostat so you can set your desired temp (or ask us and we are happy to set it through the app)