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The Ames Retreat - Firepit | Downtown | Gigabit

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Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Property grounds
Interior
3 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Ames, IA
  • Main Street Cultural District
    5 min walk
  • Octagon Center for the Arts
    9 min walk
  • Hilton Coliseum
    5 min drive

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About the area

Ames

This holiday home puts you in the heart of Ames, within just a 10-minute stroll of Main Street Cultural District and Octagon Center for the Arts. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a balcony. .Home features a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Ames holiday home include Iowa State University and Jack Trice Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 5 min walk
  • Iowa State University - 4 min drive
  • Stephens Auditorium - 4 min drive
  • Hilton Coliseum - 5 min drive
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

The Ames Retreat - Firepit | Downtown | Gigabit

Retreat from the hustle and bustle to this fully renovated quiet and charming cottage-style home in the heart of Ames. Walk to restaurants, shops, and coffee. Located just two blocks from Main Street you’ll find the best boutique restaurants and shopping Ames had to offer. Relax in the evenings around the fire pit or challenge your group to a game of horseshoes. No matter the vacation you envision, you’ll feel at home. Welcome home to The Ames Retreat.

For guest safety we do have survelliance cameras on the front and rear of all of our properties. Footage is only reviewed if there is a valid concern.

Property manager

Leon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Frequently asked questions

Does The Ames Retreat - Firepit | Downtown | Gigabit have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is The Ames Retreat - Firepit | Downtown | Gigabit family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground, a BBQ and travel cots, it's no surprise that The Ames Retreat - Firepit | Downtown | Gigabit is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Ames Retreat - Firepit | Downtown | Gigabit?

No, The Ames Retreat - Firepit | Downtown | Gigabit does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Ames Retreat - Firepit | Downtown | Gigabit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Ames Retreat - Firepit | Downtown | Gigabit?

No, pets are not allowed.

The Ames Retreat - Firepit | Downtown | Gigabit Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Francine C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Clean and updated. Worked well for 4 adults for 3 nights, even with 1 bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M., Lebanon, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Move-Out
We came to Ames to help our son move out of his apartment since he has graduated from ISU with a PhD in organic chemistry. We enjoyed our stay. Just missing an oven. A larger toaster oven would work.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place in Ames
Great place, cozy and homey
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley R., St Peter, MN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
George Strait Concert
Perfect location. We enjoyed sitting outside.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
Loved this place. Communication was great. Can't say enough about how thoughtfully this property was outfitted and decorated. My family and I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lew Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Long weekend
Great time visiting my son in college with family and friends. Everything was perfect. Thanks for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ames
House as advertised. Clean and close all things Ames.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Tina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in Ames
The place was in a good location to access coffee, stores, etc. The place was small but clean and nice. One thing that is not clear from the pictures is the upstairs. Stairs are fairly steep. Ceiling upstairs are not recommended for tall adults. One of our family members had to sleep on the couch the other could only use the large bed on first floor. Everything else was fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
Cute, cozy house. Clean and well appointed. Within walking distance to restaurants and stores. Nice neighborhood. Downtown Ames close by. Upstairs twin bedroom was a bit tiny. If you are over 5'7" you'll hit your head on the ceiling! Overall great stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ames Retreat Review
Super cute place that was extremely clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Iowa State visits
This house is in a very quiet neighborhood but still close to everything you might need, and is just a short drive to the campus. It's beautiful, clean, and was everything our family needed for a short visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini Vacay
Such a cute little house! everything was neat & tidy and welcoming. it's easy to find and the store/restaurants are close. It felt very homey & comfortable. Took the kids to Ames aquatic center and had a blast! Later we enjoyed the Boone Dinner Train for the evening. At sunset we lit up the fire pit and roasted s,mores. Great memories were made!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Work
Nice place will definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Very clean. Great location. Loved the outdoor space. Will definitely put it on our list for future trips to Ames!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Great spot to stay, enjoyed the fire pit and ideal location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stellar Ames Propert
This is the second time that I’ve stayed at this property. It is such a comfortable house! It will be my go-to for any future trips to Ames.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun, quaint property in Ames!
Cute, clean house! The bedrooms upstairs had short ceilings, but were quaint and charming. The fire pit, grill and outdoors games were awesome! A weird thing: no oven! I was not prepared for that. The kitchen was super well equipped otherwise! Also wished there were more pillows and blankets upstairs. Bathroom was well stocked and clean. Kind of in a weird place, but also was nice to have a lot of room to hang out outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy with rental
Clean, stress free rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Everything was great, loved the property. Leon was very professional and timely.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie H., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
We loved this house. It was perfect for our small group. The house was clean and had a lot of little touches that make staying in a vacation home convenient. We used the fire pit one night, great set up. Having it so close to Target and restaurants was nice. Beds were very comfortable. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia A., Minneapolis, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, fun space!
We had a wonderful time during our stay. The check-in process was easy. The home was clean and fully renovated both in and out. The indoor and outdoor space was perfect for our family with kids visiting our college student at Iowa State. Quick drive to campus and lots to do near by. Parking was great. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ames
This was very convenient for our stay. House was clean and safe. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property- great location
In town for college orientation- great location- so clean. Great price! Will definitely look to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022