Right in Cy's Backyard: A few steps from Hilton Coliseum and Iowa State Center | House in Ames

10.0 (37 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  10 Guests
Ames House | Right in Cy's Backyard: A few steps from Hilton Coliseum and Iowa State Center

2 Bedroom House in Ames

Your private Cyclone shelter.
Next door to the ISU Stadium you'll find the perfect place to shelter on game days or during special events held at the Iowa State Center. Enjoy your evening, then walk home and stay the night in our one-of-a-kind property full of personality and artful design.
**Early check-in is available to accommodate game times, just ask.**
Parking:
One space in garage
Driveway parking for 6+ vehicles, depending on size--and skill ;-)
Sleeping accommodations:
Upstairs-
King bed
Queen bed
Child loft bed
Downstairs-
Short king bed (two twins, one frame) Queen bed
Twin daybed
Single pull-out bed
Baths:
One "split" full bath upstairs -which functions like two (designed in 1951 by an ISU Home Ec instructor who was ahead of her time!):
--first room: tub/shower and sink
--second room: toilet and sink
--both rooms open into a small hallway with a linen cabinet area.
One 3/4 bath downstairs (shower/toilet/sink)
Tech/Entertainment:
Fiber-optic Wi-fi for excellent streaming even on game day
45" wall mounted smart TV upstairs
32" mobile/cart smart TV to be positioned by guest; not weatherproof, but may be used on the patio in good weather.
50" TV with Roku downstairs
Whole house speaker system (connect with bluetooth)
Fully stocked kitchen featuring:
-Oversized refrigerator and freezer
-48" gas range with six-burners, double oven, and griddle
-Behemoth main sink (potentially an extra bath)
-Prep sink
-Three drawer-style dishwashers
-K-cup maker and complimentary coffee assortment
-Roaster oven (18 quart)
-Instant pot (8 quart)
-Drinking fountains upstairs and downstairs
-Two outdoor five-burner propane grills
Multiple conversation/activity areas:
-Upstairs living room with full-wall windows to view patio and garden
-Downstairs open/loft style space has a living room area and four additional conversation/activity areas
-TV areas upstairs and downstairs
-Two game/activity areas stocked with puzzles and board games
-Dining room
-Outdoor dining area
-Two patios featuring four separate conversation settings
-Fire pit seating
-Garden seating
-Outdoor activities (swing set, corn hole, chess, yard darts)
-Kid’s bedroom has built in play features
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Right in Cy's Backyard: A few steps from Hilton Coliseum and Iowa State Center is located in Ames. Right in Cy's Backyard: A few steps from Hilton Coliseum and Iowa State Center provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Bedding/Linens, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Right in Cy's Backyard: A few steps from Hilton Coliseum and Iowa State Center has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, 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 Ames has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Ames, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • 1+ bathrooms
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Cycling nearby
Entertainment
  • Books
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
General
  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)
  • English
Guest Services
  • Playground
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 40
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 pm
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: message host before booking for children under 6.
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings;maximum event attendees: 20;host's express permission required for events.
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 note from host: host's express permission required for events. parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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

Reviews

Kristi B.
Aug 12, 2025 09:58:49 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This is a beautiful home with such great architectural interest… almost a Frank Lloyd Wright-like home out of the 50s with unique appliances, backyard, etc. Jacqui, the owner, was great to work with & flexible with our changing plans. We had to change our check out date & add a person. Would highly recommend paying extra for the kids’ playroom. My 3-year-old granddaughter called it the Magic Room, but maybe best for kids a little older.
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