Vacation rentals in Elkhart

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A spacious bedroom is showcased with a large plush bed featuring soft bedding and decorative pillows. A warm-toned throw is draped across the bed's foot. Natural light enters from a nearby doorway, revealing an adjoining bathroom with modern fixtures.
Home in Ankeny
5 out of 5 average rating, 23 reviews

Charming & family friendly NE Ankeny -Entire home

Spacious Family Retreat in Ankeny – Perfect for Any Stay! Bring the whole family to this modern retreat with plenty of space and entertainment! Located in one of Ankeny’s newest developments, this home offers the perfect home away from home experience. Just 5 minutes from I-35, enjoy easy access to Des Moines, Ames, and more. Whether for a getaway, family gathering, sports, or extended stay, this home is designed for comfort, convenience, & fun. Book now and experience one of Ankeny’s finest!

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Barn in Highland Park
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 301 reviews

“The Miles Barn” Gorgeous Industrial Loft

Welcome to our beautiful open concept industrial loft. Upon entering our cozy abode, you'll find a clean, bright, well decorated home with many great amenities where you can kick back, relax and enjoy your stay. If high ceilings and beautiful polished concrete floors are your thing, you will be in heaven. Steel railings give it a true industrial feel. Everything needed for your stay is well thought out and ready to be used. We hope you love our loft as much as we do! ***Pet Fee is $125***

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A spacious living area is visible, featuring two recliner chairs facing a small circular table. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall in front, with light-colored walls and wooden flooring creating a welcoming ambiance. The kitchen area can be seen in the background.
Apartment in Ankeny
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 313 reviews

Spacious Private Apartment

Welcome to your retreat! This roomy walkout apartment with a private entrance offers a garden view, perfect for unwinding. The entire lower level is yours to enjoy. With easy interstate access, Ames and Des Moines are just a quick trip away. If you prefer to stay local, Ankeny offers great dining, shopping and entertainment options. We live upstairs, so you may hear us occasionally, but we strive to be as quiet as possible. We can't wait to host you and make your visit a memorable one!

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Home in Des Moines
5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Newly Remodeled 2 Bedroom Home - Sleeps up to 8!

This remodeled, modern-feel home is a peaceful place where the whole family can relax. It is located on a quiet dead-end street, with minimal traffic. Central heating and air conditioning. The home has a water softener and reverse osmosis drinking water on tap and on the fridge. The home can sleep 8 with each bedroom having a queen bed and the two living room sectionals that pull out into queen beds. The kitchen has everything you will need for preparing meals. The table also seats 8.

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An expansive backyard is highlighted, featuring a gas grill, a firepit surrounded by red chairs, and a large dining set with an umbrella. The lush green lawn is punctuated by trees and flowering shrubs, contributing to a welcoming outdoor space.
Loft in Des Moines
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 85 reviews

Spacious Loft Dog Friendly

PLEASE READ ENTIRE LISTING, PRIOR TO BOOKING, THANK YOU! Welcome to this updated 2nd floor loft with a private entrance and fenced yard for your pups (2 dog limit-including service animals). Dogs are the VIPs here—Very Important Pooches. All other species will have to book elsewhere. Just ½ mile to Woodland Hills Golf & bike trails, 1 mile to I-35, 5 min drive to restaurants, shopping & DMACC, 10 min to The District, and 15 min to Downtown Des Moines, Adventureland & Prairie Meadows.

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A spacious kitchen is shown with dark wood cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. A granite countertop is visible, with bar stools positioned nearby. Natural light brightens the scene, enhancing a sense of openness, while the dining area can be seen in the background.
Home in Ankeny
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 29 reviews

Spacious Ankeny Retreat

Welcome to Rio Retreat – Your Family-Friendly Escape! Perfect for a relaxing getaway, a family reunion, a holiday celebration, or a business trip, Rio Retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and fun. Just minutes from local parks, golf courses, shopping, and dining. What Makes Our Home Special: Sunroom & Gas Fireplace Fully Stocked Kitchen Ping Pong Table & Projector with Beanbags Playground & Fenced Backyard Blackstone Grill & Nespresso Coffee Maker 2-Car Garage

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The exterior of a modern single-story home is depicted, featuring a front-facing garage and a stone-accented facade. A well-maintained lawn surrounds the driveway, with two small trees planted near the house. Soft evening light casts a warm glow on the structure.
Home in Ankeny
5 out of 5 average rating, 27 reviews

Is this Heaven?No this is Iowa!

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Amazing sunsets, beautiful pond, and Norman Rockwell type landscape. 4 Bedrooms with Pottery Barn beds and Westin Heavenly mattresses. Unwind on Pottery Barn chaise sofa or leather recliner while watching Sony TV with soundbar. Downstairs chill on LoveSactional while watching movie with Sonas sound bar delivering home theatre like experience! Blackstone grill, Traeger smoker,PS5, S’mores over the firepit pub table! R&R retreat!

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The exterior of a single-story house is showcased, featuring a well-maintained lawn with green grass and landscaped bushes. A large tree provides shade in front of the home, which has a combination of stone and siding. Clear skies and sunlight create a bright environment.
Home in Ankeny
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 193 reviews

Newly Remodeled Home with Walk-In Shower

My home is located in a safe and quiet neighborhood of Ankeny with a 16 min. drive to downtown Des Moines and Wells Fargo Arena. The high trestle trail is about 8 blocks away with a nice park 1 block away. The highlight of my home is the newly remodeled bedrooms and bathroom. There are queen beds in each of the bedrooms. The guest bed is brand new. The living room has a 55” LG OLED 4k TV with a PlayStation 5. I have high-speed cable internet with cable through slingTV.

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A private bedroom features a spacious bed adorned with decorative pillows and a patterned comforter. Two bedside lamps stand on wooden nightstands, alongside a dresser with framed pictures. Natural light filters through a window, brightening the warm-toned wooden flooring.
Guest suite in Ankeny
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 249 reviews

Spacious One Bedroom apartment

This apartment features over 1,200 square feet of living space. Enjoy a full kitchen with granite countertops, full oven, full refrigerator, dishwasher, and microwave oven. Spend time playing ping pong with family or enjoy popcorn and a movie. The location is situated in a quiet and safe neighborhood about 20 minutes from downtown Des Moines. Weather your planning a get-away with family or friends or a relaxing time alone we want our home to be your oasis.

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A living area is presented with natural light streaming through two windows, adorned with patterned curtains. A gray sofa is complemented by decorative pillows. A wooden coffee table sits in front, on a colorful area rug, with a small potted plant placed atop.
Home in Des Moines
4.76 out of 5 average rating, 59 reviews

Spacious House Minutes to Downtown w Patio+Yard!

Enjoy the convenience of being minutes away from Downtown and all that Ingersoll Avenue has to offer! Whether you stay to relax or are on the go, we invite you to enjoy a complimentary beverage, fresh coffee or tea, and snacks. Each bedroom has Queen-size beds with super-soft microfiber 1800-count sheets, and the bathroom is stocked with fresh, fluffy bath towels. Netflix/Hulu equipped,games...we have lots to keep you entertained.

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A spacious living area features a large flat-screen television mounted above a stone fireplace. Two beige sofas are arranged around a glass coffee table, complemented by decorative pillows. Sunlight filters through large windows, enhancing the warm tones of the wood flooring.
Home in Ankeny
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

Spacious home, fast wifi, quiet neighborhood

Designed for comfort and convenience, this spacious home is ideal for families, groups, or business travelers planning a longer stay. Enjoy a clean, modern space with plenty of room to spread out, relax, and feel at home. Whether you’re in town for work or fun, the thoughtfully furnished living areas and flexible layout & peaceful neighborhood make it easy to settle in and enjoy your time. Your home away from home

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A cozy sleeping area features a spacious bed adorned with a patterned black and white blanket. Flanking the bed are two side tables, each holding a small plant and a lamp. A monochromatic artwork of a street scene hangs above the bed on the white wall.
Guesthouse in Nevada
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviews

Cozy Nook Cottage With Hot Tub

Relax in this cozy, modern cottage in small-town Iowa, just 10 minutes from Ames and 15 minutes from ISU. Enjoy the outdoor hot tub under a pergola, star-gazing, and explore local shops, restaurants, and an ice cream shop within walking distance. The Cozy Nook Cottage is absolutely perfect for a couple’s getaway, a peaceful work trip, or a game weekend! *Hot tub shared with one other rental next door.*

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