With a stay at this vacation home in Des Moines (Merle Hay), you'll be a 4-minute drive from Drake University and 8 minutes from Wells Fargo Arena. .This vacation home is 9.5 mi (15.2 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds and 14 mi (22.5 km) from Adventureland.
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Casey's - 3 min drive
Chipotle Mexican Grill - 3 min drive
Kathy's On Hickman - 16 min walk
Starbucks - 7 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Marisol's Cozy House
Located in Des Moines, this lovely house offers 2 bedrooms - one with a queen bed, bunk bed, and twin bed. The bathroom features a bathtub and hair dryer for your convenience. With amenities like an iron, AC, and WiFi, guests can relax in this marvelous retreat. We hope you'll enjoy your stay at our house.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a safe and a microwave, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Erick & Marisol
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Separate dining area
Entertainment
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
Near a hospital
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
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bed sheets changed on request
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Housekeeping (on request)
Towels (changed on request)
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Pets are welcome for a fee of $85
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 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
Marisol's Cozy House Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Jeannie C.
28 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Family stay
Family of 6 stayed for 2 nights. Comfortable enough for 2 nights. 4 of us for another 2 nights was much better. 6 is tight. 4 is fairly comfy. Cute place.