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Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, ping pong
Smart TV, ping pong

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Johnston, IA
  • Saylorville Lake
  • Des Moines MEPS
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Drake University
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston

Welcome to this charming home, just north of Johnston and surrounded by the tranquil beauty of the woods. With stunning views, plenty of privacy, and lots of trees that create a peaceful, natural setting, this spacious acreage features 3 cozy bedrooms, including 1 king bed, 2 queen beds, and additional bunk beds —perfect for a peaceful and fun-filled getaway. Guests will also enjoy 3 bathrooms for added convenience.

The basement offers a great space for entertainment, featuring a ping pong table and games. Outside, you'll find plenty of room to relax and enjoy the fresh air, with lots of outdoor space perfect for small gatherings. The serene sound of birds fills the air, adding to the calming atmosphere. Gather on the second level porch, or around the firepit for cozy evenings under the stars or simply enjoy the quiet, nature-filled surroundings.

For your comfort, the house also includes a washer and dryer, WiFi, and both heating and cooling.

Located just north of Johnston, near Saylorville Lake and Jester Park, this retreat is only 30 minutes from a variety of vibrant restaurants and entertainment options. It's also within easy reach of Ankeny, Polk City, and Des Moines. Enjoy a relaxing stay in the heart of nature at our peaceful home in the woods.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Saylorville Lake. Laundry facilities are available. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a water dispenser
  • Just a 3-minute walk from Saylorville Lake and a 4-minute drive from Walnut Ridge Recreation Area
As a guest of Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston, you'll find laundry facilities and a water dispenser. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Ame

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Recycling
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Charming and Private 3-bedroom house by Saylorville Lake, North of Johnston Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

This home is the most beautiful,charming, relaxing place to stay that we’ve ever been to! We were blessed to be able to spend back to back weekends here during our grandson’s baseball tournaments and looking for to stay here again next year! Ame is an absolute amazing host and extremely accommodating!!! She has a heart of gold
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING RELAXING PLACE TO STAY

EVERYTHING ABOUT OUR STAY HERE WAS ABSOLUTELY AWESOME!!! FROM THE HOUSE AND EVERYTHING IT OFFERS! OUR HOST AME WAS SOOO KIND AND ACCOMMODATING!!! WE CAN'T WAIT TO COME BACK!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kory K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025