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Velvet Noir - Sultry City Luxe

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Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Exterior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Des Moines, IA
  • Place, Hoyt Sherman Place
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Iowa Events Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Casey's Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the area

Des Moines

With a stay at this condo in Des Moines (Downtown Des Moines), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Drake University and Casey's Center. .This condo is 5.7 mi (9.1 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Jordan Creek Town Center.

What's nearby

  • Hoyt Sherman Place - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Iowa Events Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Drake University - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Casey's Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • EMC Expo Center - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smokey Row Coffee - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Gateway Market & Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Big Grove Brewery & Taproom - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Southview Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Qdoba Mexican Eats - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Velvet Noir - Sultry City Luxe

Welcome to Velvet Noir—an indulgent, moody escape in the heart of historic Sherman Hill, Des Moines’ oldest downtown neighborhood. Built in 1880 and fully renovated, this dramatic yet elegant home sleeps 10 and features 3 stunning bedrooms, 2 full baths, and a spacious outdoor patio. Walk to local shops, nightlife, renowned breweries, and acclaimed dining. With vintage glamour and rich velvet finishes, it’s perfect for unforgettable gatherings or romantic city getaways.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned condo, featuring a kitchen with an oven and a stovetop. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a washing machine.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Velvet Noir - Sultry City Luxe Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and well-furnished home with comfortable beds. Great location near downtown and steps away from fun bars and good restaurants. Property managers were available and attentive to our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
We truly enjoyed our time at the Velvet Noir. The location was perfect for the activities we wanted to do in downtown Des Moines. The host was very responsive, kind and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025