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LARGE Mid Century Home - Pool, Hot Tub, Tiki Bar, Bridal Suite, Patio, 4 Acres

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Smart TV, books, music library, stereo
Outdoor pool
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Ankeny, IA
  • Des Moines Area Community College
    2 min drive
  • Drake University
    13 min drive
  • Outlets of Des Moines
    14 min drive
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    38 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Ankeny

With a stay at this vacation home, you'll be centrally located in Ankeny, within a 15-minute drive of Drake University and Adventureland. .This family-friendly vacation home is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from Iowa State Fairgrounds and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Ankeny Dog Park.

What's nearby

  • Des Moines Area Community College - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Wells Fargo Arena - 11 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Drake University - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles
  • Adventureland - 14 min drive - 10.5 miles
  • Iowa State Fairgrounds - 16 min drive - 10.1 miles

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Main Street Cafe & Bakery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

LARGE Mid Century Home - Pool, Hot Tub, Tiki Bar, Bridal Suite, Patio, 4 Acres

Our 1948 MidCentury vacation home is nestled on 4 acres of land & boasts 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, Bridal Suite (4th bedroom), a 1970s TV/Game Room, an authentic vintage Tiki Bar, & Children's Playroom. Outside we have a large pool (guaranteed to be open 5/26 - 9/5, but will do everything possible to have it open well before and after those dates based on weather!), hot tub (year round), outdoor seating, wood bridge, nature trail, & wood burning fire pit. Located just 15min away from Downtown Des Moines & a mile away from a grocery store/restaurants.

The space
Our 1948 Mid-Century vacation home is nestled on 4 acres of beautiful open land. We welcome you to enjoy a unique and authentic experience jumping back in time with themed rooms ranging from Art Deco, Country Cottage, Groovy 1970’s, Vintage Tiki, and classic Mid-Century design. Our home sleeps up to 10 people with 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds, and 2 Double Sleeper Sofas. We also have 3 full baths and 2 half baths. Beyond having a charming 1950’s kitchen and spacious dining and living areas, we also have a 1970’s themed TV and Game Room stocked with over 30 games and puzzles, an authentic Tiki Bar with a peacock chair, wet bar, and bar supplies, a Children’s Playroom filled with books, toys, and a fort, as well as a Bridal Suite/Dressing Room with an Art Deco vanity that doubles as a bedroom - and outside, a hot tub available year-round!

From late Spring through Summer, we have a large 16x40ft pool (guaranteed to be open 5/26 - 9/5, but will do everything possible to have it open well beyond those dates based on weather!), screened in patio, lounge chairs, outdoor eating areas, volleyball net, corn hole, and many more outdoor games/activities. Year round we have a wood burning firepit and spacious grounds to explore including a wood bridge and secret nature trail.

Other amenities include: Our bathrooms are stocked with True Botanicals Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash, and Lotion. We have over 100 books throughout the home for guests to enjoy. Our game room has an abundance of vinyl records and games. Our kitchen is stocked with Brightland Olive Oil/Vinegar, local honey, basic pantry staples, Great Jones cook/bakeware, blender, air frier, cookbooks, and Lenox dishware. We have 2 smart TVs (one off the kitchen and the other in the family room). We also have natural soy candles throughout the home.

We are located just 15 minutes north of downtown Des Moines and are within a mile of a high end grocery store and shopping complex filled with great restaurants, coffee shops, and boutiques. We believe the Des Moines area is a hidden gem with an abundance of fine dining, antique stores, high end boutiques, breweries, bike trails, the largest skate park in the country, live music, family activities, nature trails, lakes, and farmers markets.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including a water park, an outdoor pool, and a spa tub. This vacation home also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Emily Pertzborn

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 only
2 total pets
Note from host: Please keep dogs off the furniture.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Events are allowed with permission and added fee.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

LARGE Mid Century Home - Pool, Hot Tub, Tiki Bar, Bridal Suite, Patio, 4 Acres Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness
One of a kind property in area
We really really enjoyed this uniquely styled home. Had a little trouble communicating with the host initially but then eventually got that taken care of and had great communication and was able to arrange early check-in and late checkout for a fee. Home is one of a kind, especially in the area And with a pool and hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as wonderful the second time around!
Repeat visitors, and with good reason - this house is fantastic and the owners are friendly and helpful! We loved it so much last year, we voted unanimously to return this year, and now we're hoping to be back next year as well. We had a great time! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Skylar V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Bridal Getaway!
I stayed here with my bridal party for a weekend and had an absolute blast! The owners were so nice, communicative, and helpful throughout the reservation process. The decor and space were so incredible that it felt like a true time capsule vacation. I highly recommend this Vrbo, especially if you're looking for a place to reserve for your bridal shower or bachelorette party.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a NYE Game Night
We were absolutely blown away by our experience at Foxcroft. Every inch of the space has been curated with the perfect items. We hosted a couple friends here for a NYE Game Night and multiple times many people threatened to just never leave. The details on the listing are accurate, so I don’t need to provide that info. I’ll instead say, I’ve never felt so naturally welcome in a space. Emily and Brandon have created a home that is also an experience. A place that is comfortable for your family and friends while also providing little bits of wonder. Thank you so much to the folks at Foxcroft for putting something this incredible in the metro!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving
We had a wonderful Thanksgiving on this unique property!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachele T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable break
Great location, wonderful pool, fun kitschy house. Worked great for our family and needs. Would absolutely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
Beautiful house, lovingly built and lovingly maintained, with interesting decor - we kept noticing new cool things throughout our stay! We were mostly in the pool, but also enjoyed the fire pit and played games in the 1970s lounge. There were only 4 of us, but the house would still feel spacious with 10 - there are areas for larger groups to gather and plenty of space to split up into smaller groups. We would happily stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A step back in time, so charming!
Such a delightful home. We hated to leave. Each room is so thoughtfully designed. On top of everything it was sparkling clean, cozy bedrooms, fabulous showers, and great pool area, large and well maintained. Quick drive to downtown. 2 min from groceries. Lots of room to either gather as a group or find a quiet little cubby. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family vacation
Listing is very accurate. Lots of fun for a family with small kids. We spent most of our time at the pool. There is a great screened in porch to help contain the littles between pool breaks & enjoy meals. We went to adventure land & the outlet mall which is just a 15 minute drive. All basic kitchen and bath items were available. A few items we set up from our 2 year old. We all tried to shower one night and ran out of warm water quickly so learned to split up:) but really wasn’t a problem. Thank you for the wonderful vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome house
We love the house! Everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lea C.

Liked: Cleanliness
College Gal Reunion
We had the best time in this home. It was perfect for 7 of us coming together. Owners for sure treat the guests like VIP with snacks/wine/fruit. The decor and attention to MCM detail was the superb! We didn’t end up using the hottub which is my biggest regret.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micaela K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beyond your expectation!
Our stay at the Foxcroft Estate was a delight. From the start of booking to enjoying our stay and the overall hospitality from the hosts, we cannot rave enough. The house is beautiful and clean. While being unique, it is homey and our group would spend days here enjoying the property if we could. Highly recommend staying here whether you are a family, or need a spot for an event, bridal shower, bachelorette party, birthday party, etc. this is the spot!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022