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A wooden deck with two white plastic chairs, a wooden railing, and a view of a green lawn and trees.

1. 4 Mi to Big Creek State Park: Spacious Family Home

Polk City

A two-story house with a green front door, a brick porch, and a small front yard.

2. Family-friendly Des Moines Retreat w/ Patio!

Drake

A two-story house with a porch, a large tree in front, and a brick wall in the background.

3. Historic Des Moines Home: Great for Families!

Downtown Des Moines

A deck with outdoor furniture, a grill, and a house with large windows.

4. Fire Pit & Amazing Views! 15-acre Colfax Farmhouse

Colfax

A two-story house with a front porch and a garage.

5. Nature Lovers Retreat By the High Trestle Trail!

Woodward

A residential house with a well-maintained lawn, a tire sculpture, and a garage.

6. Endless Fun! Family Home w/ Spacious Yard in Clive

Clive

A guest house with a wooden fence, a sign reading "The Guest House," and a tree with pink blossoms.

7. Steamboat Rock Home ~ 3 Mi to Pine Lake State Park

Steamboat Rock

A two-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a well-maintained lawn.

8. Des Moines Suburb Stay w/ Spacious Layout & Deck!

Johnston

A residential street with houses, a driveway, and a tree.

9. Half-mi to High Trestle Trail! Iowa Adventure Base

Woodward

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Top Story County Hotel Reviews

Wildwood Lodge

8/10 Good

"So sorry that the hot tub was out of order."

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Ames, IA

10/10 Excellent

"The property was very easy to locate. In the area we were going to be spending time. Easy check-in. Late hours open for being able to use the pool! Good breakfast. We ate closer to finishing time but there was enough food even though no staff was attending. The regular coffee pot was all but dry, A lot of pumping to fill the cup. They seemed serious about recycling! Liked that! Comfortable bed! Slept well even though being close to Interstate and 4 lane highways."

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