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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Game room
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 23372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

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Waukee, IA
  • Mercy Medical Center West Lakes
    4 min drive
  • UnityPoint Health - Methodist West Hospital
    5 min drive
  • BLUE AGAVE street tacos and margaritas
    4 min walk
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    22 min drive

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About the area

Waukee

With a stay at this vacation home in Waukee, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 10-minute drive of Jordan Creek Town Center and Trailside Dog Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Mercy Medical Center West Lakes and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from UnityPoint Health - Methodist West Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Mercy Medical Center West Lakes - 4 min drive
  • UnityPoint Health - Methodist West Hospital - 5 min drive
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 6 min drive
  • Living History Farms - 8 min drive
  • West Glen Town Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hy-Vee Market Grille - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh - ‬11 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.

LUXURY GETAWAY! ARCADE, POOL TBL, PING PONG, HOT TUB, DECK! ACCESS TO POOLS!

*OFERED BY PRECISION PROPERTIES*. “THE UNIVERSITY” is West DesMoines’ luxurious fun headquarters!

About the Property-
The University is your entertaining headquarters with over 4000 square feet of living space and more than ample parking (20 cars). This unique home sits on an acre of land right in West DesMoines/ Waukee area. Its location is pretty sweet, convenient to all the hot spots. Just a couple minutes to Hy-vee (large, beautiful grocery store), Jordan Creek mall and 6 other retail shopping centers, kid and teen fun spots like trampoline parks and entertainment arcade/restaurant complexes (SpareTime, Dave and Busters, Putts and Pins and The Operating Room), Smash Park, several golf courses, a plethora of restaurants pizza joints and steakhouses that rock... pretty much anything you want!
The main floor is open concept and features an executive chef's kitchen set up for entertaining. All the gear you need for cooking as well as the gadgets and appliances are in house. It also boasts a 6-burner VIKING gas range. Also, there are 4 bedrooms and access to the 40' deck with hot tub. The deck and back yard have plenty of seating, a dining table for 6, a grill, the hot tub, additional seating, a fire pit, a 2-person swing and more! Bike paths connecting you to Des Moines extensive trail system are minutes away as well.
The lower level is set up for fun! Ping pong, pool table, NFL Blitz (4-player), Golden Tee (4-player), NBA Jams (4-player) and darts are all at your disposal. There is also a huge sectional couch that seats 12, a bar with bar stools, and 75" tv for your viewing pleasure. We also offer some of the best of board and card games, Jenga, a 4-foot tall Connect Four, and Giant Yatzy! Not to mention another full kitchen and bar! BONUS-I OWN AN APT COMPLEX 12 MINUTES AWAY- At the Four Seasons Apartments in Des Moines Iowa- THERE, YOU CAN USE THE INDOOR POOL, OUTDOOR POOL AND TWO-LEVEL CLUBHOUSE WITH GYM, SAUNAS, ANOTHER POOL TABLE AND PING PONG TABLE, ETC.. The last pictures posted for this property show the indoor pool and the pics following that are of the clubhouse adjoining the pool. This is at no additional charge and its just 12 minutes away! Open 9am to 9m daily.
The University is my number one vacation rental. Once you stay you will see why! Hope to talk to you soon, I will gladly answer any questions you may have. ~Steven

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Note- We pay close attention to details! This includes decorating for holidays (as shown in the pics). (Those decorations are only up during the holidays)

Need special consideration to make your booking possible, please, reach out to us.
Don't hesitate and lose your dates, exact guest count can be adjusted later.
Discounts may be available on extra guest fees.

About Your Host-
I love to make people happy and that exactly what my properties are designed for. I'm a landlord by trade. I have apartment complexes and rental homes. Then six years ago I created my first vacation rental property, and it grew from there. I offer vacation rentals because it's fun! Making sure groups are set up to have a blast is a challenge that I find very rewarding. I take this seriously. Being a big kid at heart, I make it my mission to deliver the fun for kids- also being one who appreciates nice things, I deliver comfort and attention to detail for the adults. I truly desire for you to have the most fun and relaxation as possible, and with the fewest hassles as well. That is why we put in so much effort before you get there. We provide and offer many things that set us apart. Things like super comfy beds, awesome fluffy towels, mints, coffee, toothpaste and toothbrushes, luxurious body care products, personal care products, make-up removing towelettes, and others as well. I hope to get to take care of you and your crew soon! May you have and awesome trip wherever you stay...and may God bless you. Sincerely ~Steven
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden. Additional features at this vacation home include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Steven Koethe

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • Video games
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Only on back patios please.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Boating on site
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 4000 sq ft (372 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets need pre-approval please.

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: 40
Note from host: CAMERAS IN PLACE.HOUSE PARTIES EVICTED SAME NIGHT!
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

Property is also known as

Entertain Style University Waukee
Entertain in Style at The University!
THE Team FUN Mecca! #1 Vacation Rental ON DES Moines AIR Bnb!

LUXURY GETAWAY! ARCADE, POOL TBL, PING PONG, HOT TUB, DECK! ACCESS TO POOLS! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maggi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get together
Beautiful house, plenty of beds to accommodate everyone & the basement game room was a hit. Something for everyone, ages 15-62.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
Fun time relaxing with friends. Enough beds for our crew of 6 and the basement is fantastic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy Beds! Great Location! Ton of Space!
We had 7 adults, which gave us PLENTY of space to spread out. The beds were the most comfortable we have had in a VRBO. I'm particular about my pillow, I would bring my own next time. Everyone else was fine. There are so many areas to spaces to sit & chat or relax/nap. The downstairs pit group is very comfy! The kitchen is well equipped. There were plenty of plates & glasses. Check the fridge & cabinets before buying condiments or pasta. There was plenty. The fridge is smaller if you have a large group however, there is another fridge downstairs in the entertainment room. Speaking of entertainment, ping pong, pool, giant Connect 4 & the video games were a blast! Nice, safe neighborhood. Great grocery store just a mile or so away. Close to restaurants & pretty much anything you want. The street is very busy during commute times but otherwise not bad. Thankfully, we didn’t hear much traffic. Beautiful country club across the street. Quiet back yard. We enjoyed sitting on the deck. We hope to gather here again someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great times
Alot of fun games and great to watch the Iowa/Iowa state game.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place.
Property was exactly as expected. Communicating was easy and great with property manager.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johanna J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Gathering House
This property was great for our large group. The basement entertainment area was a huge plus to keep the kids occupied.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
We used this property for our church’s junior high trip and it was perfect! Plenty of sleeping room - and the kids LOVED the basement games! Communication was a breeze, and we even took advantage of the apartment pool mentioned in the listing. Great location, close to the interstate so a quick drive anywhere around the area! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Traci W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion 24
The house was just as it was posted on VRBO. I could call with questions or issues and the owner was quick to respond and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice house
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
It worked out so well for our family. We were in town for a wedding. Plenty of space. Lots of fun activities. Colby was very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family place
We had 8 adults and 7 kids stay at this house. It worked great! Steven is very kind and easy to work with. Definitely recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan C., Des Moines, IA

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
We had a great time! Family from TX, MO, and IA. Lots of room to hang together, or separate if needed.😉
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend family get together for Father's Day
Steve is one of the best hosts we have ever had. He is extremely friendly and readily available. He is quick to respond to any questions. He allowed us to check in a bit early as the house was ready early. That really helped the young families with their travel and naps for kids. The house was amazing. It was clean and very well appointed. We were a party of 14 and there was plenty of linens, beds, dishes and cookware. Nothing was overlooked. We did not have to bring ANYTHING. There were sealed toiletries like toothbrushes, toothpaste, makeup remover, etc. Just like a hotel! The house has so much space as well as things to do in the basement. The hot tub was clean and in good working order. The deck was nicely furnished and allowed us some nice time outside after the kids went to bed. The house is set back from the road and we did not have street noise. We had a lovely time. We would highly recommend this property without any reservations whatsoever.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best VRBO ever
Checked in to this beautiful home was immaculate, plenty of room for everyone to sleep, many different bedrooms for privacy, lots of games to plat easy to find and grounds well kept, will stay there again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
I had a group of 16 college students planning for a student organization and they loved this place! It was in a great location close to lots of options to eat, coffee shops, etc. also lots of space to have large groups together in the basement.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

June S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property?
This property has a great location. Lots of games for kids in basement. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
The property had a great basement for hanging out altogether. Hot tub was a nice touch. Plenty of beds for everybody.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay
We had an amazing stay for my a small get together.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cody R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy and Communicative
Overall, our stay at this property was great. Steve was very welcoming, accommodating, and easy to communicate with. The property was described accurately in the listing and was the perfect home base for a weekend with friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tim T.

Review
Good place to hang out. Great attention to details regarding the little things that make a difference. House could use some work- lots of outlets didn’t work, wall and ceiling cracks, but a solid place to enjoy family and friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Of 18
This place is nice and full of entertainment options! We met as a halfway point for one night. We had a great time. Steven was great to communicate with. A couple pieces of furniture were weak and broken but after letting Steven know I’m confident those have been removed from the home. This place is conveniently located just off the major highway to bypasses Des Moines on the West side. We met at The Machine Shed upon arrival and Cracker Barrel upon departure both within minutes away. Great stay, many memories made. We weren’t desperate and I did not need to ask but extra bedding could be an issue so plan ahead and inquire. The step into the house has settled and is an extra tall step that caused a bit of a problem but once in all was good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
My family and I enjoyed our stay, very clean and specious. My kids and grandkids especially enjoyed the game room in the basement!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Melinda C., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Basketball tournament weekend
The basement was awesome. The boys loved that space! The hot tub was also enjoyed. The kitchen had everything we needed. Our one and only issue was with the inaccuracy of the number of people the home was supposed to sleep. Because of this discrepancy we had to sleep on the floors and couches without blankets and pillows. I had tried contacting Steven via phone and text upon our late arrival, but was unsuccessful. Steven tried to make this right the following morning when I brought it to his attention with a late check out and a second night, but unfortunately we were unable to extend our stay. We would stay here again, but with fewer people.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place for family!
We had an absolutely great time! We used the property for a family Christmas gathering. The reason we chose this house was because of the games in the basement and they did not disappoint. The kids had a great time with them during the day and the adults enjoyed them after the kids went to bed. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Mary S., Bloomington

Large House
Well appointed home with lots of beds and seating for large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023