Once Upon a Stay - Urbandale, Iowa | House in Urbandale
5 Bedroom House in Waukee, Urbandale
Unwind in this exquisite, book-themed retreat where every chapter of your stay is filled with comfort, relaxation, and entertainment. Whether you're hosting a family reunion, wedding party, work travel, a reading retreat, or just looking for a cozy getaway, Once Upon a Stay is the perfect backdrop for your story.
(This home is under new management! We are experienced hosts with a great track record with guests, just switching up how we do things this year - we look forward to hosting you!)
Thoughtfully designed with soft pastel hues, literary-inspired décor, and cozy nooks, Once Upon a Stay is a haven for book lovers and those looking for a unique, relaxing escape.
Home Highlights:
- Event-Ready: Perfect for special events like family reunions, weddings, and corporate retreats with spacious gathering areas.
- Fully Equipped Kitchen: Has all you need for preparing meals or hosting a dinner party, stocked with all the essentials.
- Living Areas: The open living areas offer comfortable seating, board games, and a library of books to lose yourself in. Let the natural light and luxurious finishes create a space you’ll never want to leave.
- Outdoor Spaces: Relax in the backyard, complete with covered dining table, outdoor furniture, a BBQ grill, and plenty of room for storytelling around the fire or sipping wine on the patio.
- Work-Friendly: A peaceful office space with a desk or comfy chairs, for those mixing business with pleasure.
- Furry Friends Welcome: With a dog door leading to a fenced backyard, your pets can roam freely and enjoy the stay just as much as you do. ($75 non-refundable pet fee; max of 2 pets).
- Electric Car Charging Station: Keep your EV charged and ready to go.
- Garage Parking: 2 spaces in the garage, including 1 electric vehicle charger, plus additional free driveway/street parking.
Nearby Attractions:
Located in the heart of Urbandale, Once Upon a Stay is close to parks, trendy cafes, and shops, offering both city convenience and quiet retreat vibes.
You’re also a short drive from popular attractions like:
- Kollmorgen Park - 2 minute drive
- Barrett Boesen Park - 4 minute drive
- Horizon's Ridge Park - 4 minute drive
- Central Standard - 8 minute drive
- Kue'd Smokehouse - 8 minute drive
- Waukee Triumph Park - 8 minute drive
- Mickey's Irish Pub - 9 minute drive
- Kinship Brewing - 11 minute drive
- Waukee Ice Cream Shoppe - 12 minute drive
- The Brenton Arboretum - 16 minute drive
- Raccoon River Park - 19 minute drive
- Paws and Pints - 20 minute drive
- Downtown Des Moines - 20 minute drive
- Wells Fargo Arena - 20 minute drive
- Grays Lake - 25 minute drive
- Iowa State Fair - 28 minute drive
- Saylorville lake - 30 minute drive
Planning a book weekend with friends? Let us know! We can provide a planning spreadsheet to get you started.
Here's a list of some local bookstores to visit during your stay:
- Wandering Raccoon Books - 11 minute drive (6 miles)
- Half Price Books - 14 minute drive (7 miles)
- Beaverdale Books - 22 minute drive (10 miles)
- Reading in Public Bookstore + Cafe - 20 minute drive (12 miles)
- The Little Book - 22 minute drive (14 miles)
- StoryHouse Bookpub - 22 minute drive (16 miles)
- Plain Talks Books & Coffee - 22 minute drive (16 miles)
- Nos Books - 21 minute drive (14 miles)
Bedrooms:
- BR1: A king bed with ensuite master bathroom
- BR2: A full bed
- BR3: 2 Twin beds
- BR4: 2 Twin beds, one bed can be expanded to a king size if needed
- BR5: A queen bed (lower level)
House Rules:
- No smoking
- Pets allowed for a non-refundable $75 fee (max 2 pets)
- No filming or professional movie shoots
- Must be 25+ to book
- Please report any damages that occur during your stay
Book Now & Begin Your Story:
Whether you're here to relax, celebrate, or embark on a new adventure, Once Upon a Stay is the perfect setting to create unforgettable memories.
Once Upon a Stay - Urbandale, Iowa is located in Waukee. Once Upon a Stay - Urbandale, Iowa provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Pet Friendly, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Once Upon a Stay - Urbandale, Iowa has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Waukee has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Waukee, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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3+ bathrooms
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Towels provided
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Hair dryer
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Toilet paper
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Bathtub or shower
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Soap
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5 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Pet friendly
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2 total pets
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Smoke-free property
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Iron/ironing board
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WiFi available
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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