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8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
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About this house rental
IDEAL LOCATION! Newly Remodeled Home in the heart of the Des Moines Area - Shopping, restaurants, and MORE!
Welcome to “Forest Court ENVY”, a newly remodeled home where modern amenities meet historical detail! This home is ideal for mid-sized groups - the perfect spot for families to stay, girlfriend getaways, quilt retreats, and more.
Located in the heart of the metro, you’re just blocks from grocery stores, big-box retailers, and local coffee shops. Need to get around? You’ll have easy access to the interstate, making it a breeze to reach anywhere in the city — including Downtown Des Moines, Valley Junction, the airport, and more — all within 10–15 minutes.
Want to explore on foot? Take a walk to nearby dining and shops on University Avenue. In the car? You’re just:
• 6 minutes to Val Air Ballroom
• 8 minutes to Drake University
• 10 minutes to Downtown Des Moines and Valley Junction
• 15 minutes to the Iowa State Fairgrounds
Your whole group will be comfy in this getaway - with spaces to gather or find solitude. Enjoy socializing in the vaulted family room on the back of the house, or, enjoy solitude in the front of the home on the front porch, or in the “music area” where you can play records, play the piano, or read in a quiet atmosphere all by yourself.
This home sleeps up to 8 people - The main level offers a primary suite with a king bed and closet. There are two more beds on the main level - both queen size. Closets in the bedrooms offer plenty of bedding and towels, hanging space, and shelves to unpack your gear. There’s a ¾ bath on the main level and a half bath for additional convenience. The lower level offers another bedroom with a queen bed and expansive closet, as well as a ¾ bath and a game room/tv area separate from the bedroom with a daybed plus trundle bed.
Fully stocked kitchen with plenty of barware, refrigerator w/ ice maker, serving pieces and even plenty of stoneware and silverware for up to 8 people. Your hosts are just 10 minutes away for any last minute needs. Please text with questions.
Guest access: The whole house, from the main floor spaces to the finished lower level are yours to enjoy! Not to mention the deck off the family room with plenty of seating for your group. Sit out under the stars after dark and simply relax. You’ve stepped back in time in this neighborhood - this home is a hidden gem where neighbors wave and gather on porches to drink coffee in the morning or wine in the evening, where kids still run play outside with one another, and chase lightning bugs.
This beautiful home is ideal for anyone from couples to a group of 8 to enjoy time together, and especially for people who want to feel at home while they are away from home. This neighborhood is a quiet escape in the middle of the city: to preserve the quiet neighborhood feel, city rules prevent use of this property for any events or parties. Please know to be respectful of our neighbors, unauthorized or unapproved guests or loud parties are cause for eviction. No pets are allowed on the property at any time.
We welcome you to enjoy a comfortable stay in our well appointed short stay in Windsor Heights!
Welcome to “Forest Court ENVY”, a newly remodeled home where modern amenities meet historical detail! This home is ideal for mid-sized groups - the perfect spot for families to stay, girlfriend getaways, quilt retreats, and more.
Located in the heart of the metro, you’re just blocks from grocery stores, big-box retailers, and local coffee shops. Need to get around? You’ll have easy access to the interstate, making it a breeze to reach anywhere in the city — including Downtown Des Moines, Valley Junction, the airport, and more — all within 10–15 minutes.
Want to explore on foot? Take a walk to nearby dining and shops on University Avenue. In the car? You’re just:
• 6 minutes to Val Air Ballroom
• 8 minutes to Drake University
• 10 minutes to Downtown Des Moines and Valley Junction
• 15 minutes to the Iowa State Fairgrounds
Your whole group will be comfy in this getaway - with spaces to gather or find solitude. Enjoy socializing in the vaulted family room on the back of the house, or, enjoy solitude in the front of the home on the front porch, or in the “music area” where you can play records, play the piano, or read in a quiet atmosphere all by yourself.
This home sleeps up to 8 people - The main level offers a primary suite with a king bed and closet. There are two more beds on the main level - both queen size. Closets in the bedrooms offer plenty of bedding and towels, hanging space, and shelves to unpack your gear. There’s a ¾ bath on the main level and a half bath for additional convenience. The lower level offers another bedroom with a queen bed and expansive closet, as well as a ¾ bath and a game room/tv area separate from the bedroom with a daybed plus trundle bed.
Fully stocked kitchen with plenty of barware, refrigerator w/ ice maker, serving pieces and even plenty of stoneware and silverware for up to 8 people. Your hosts are just 10 minutes away for any last minute needs. Please text with questions.
Guest access: The whole house, from the main floor spaces to the finished lower level are yours to enjoy! Not to mention the deck off the family room with plenty of seating for your group. Sit out under the stars after dark and simply relax. You’ve stepped back in time in this neighborhood - this home is a hidden gem where neighbors wave and gather on porches to drink coffee in the morning or wine in the evening, where kids still run play outside with one another, and chase lightning bugs.
This beautiful home is ideal for anyone from couples to a group of 8 to enjoy time together, and especially for people who want to feel at home while they are away from home. This neighborhood is a quiet escape in the middle of the city: to preserve the quiet neighborhood feel, city rules prevent use of this property for any events or parties. Please know to be respectful of our neighbors, unauthorized or unapproved guests or loud parties are cause for eviction. No pets are allowed on the property at any time.
We welcome you to enjoy a comfortable stay in our well appointed short stay in Windsor Heights!
Amenities at Newly Remodeled Home - In the Heart of Des Moines!
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Iowa
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
Great house with more than enough space for 6 people. The beds were very comfortable, the extra space in the basement was great for kids, and very convenient location. The host even decorated the house for Christmas for us. Will stay again at our next visit.
10 / 10Outstanding·Nov 2025
Convenient location for getting together with family in the area.
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
My friends and I came into town for a bachelorette party and this was the most perfect stay! This place went above and beyond my expectations and it is so much more than just a place to stay. The kitchen is fully stocked and ready to use for anything you might need to cook or bake! We were so impressed, I'm already trying to find another excuse to stay here again!
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2025
The house and location was great. The size of the house and all of the amenities were great. Well planned
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"Great house with more than enough space for 6 people. The beds were very comfortable, the extra space in the basement was great for kids, and very convenient location. The host even decorated the hous..."
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