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The Glenda! Sassy West Glen Home + Garage + TVs + WiFi + Electric Fireplace

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Glenda, named after West Glen, embodies the sassy spirit of a beloved aunt.
Imagine your crew in this spacious first-floor living room with a crackling fire
Comfy seating for all—whether chatting, watching TV, or relaxing!
Enjoy natural light, tree views, and a charming entry on the first floor!
Imagine snacks and drinks on the large kitchen island, near all the action!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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West Des Moines, IA
  • West Glen Town Center
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Jordan Creek Town Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Living History Farms
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Des Moines, IA (DSM-Des Moines Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Basement Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Master Bedroom

1 King Bed, 1 Single Futon and 1 Crib

Upstairs Pink Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Twins Bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

First Floor Powder Room

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Hall Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

The Glenda! Sassy West Glen Home + Garage + TVs + WiFi + Electric Fireplace

NEW to VRBO! 5-star rated on other platforms!!

Located in the heart of West Des Moines two blocks from the vibrant West Glen Entertainment District, this sassy and spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom house is the perfect location for families or groups seeking a quiet neighborhood close to all of the action. There is ample gathering space in the two living rooms, a fully stocked kitchen, plenty of comfortable dining and relaxing seating for all, TVs everywhere, a fully stocked game cabinet, kids' games and books, and a Nintendo Wii gaming system. Enjoy garage parking for 2 cars and plenty of space for additional vehicles.

Welcome to one of the best locations in West Des Moines!

~ Minutes to I-35/I-80
~ 15-minute drive to the DSM Airport
~ Walking distance to the West Glen Entertainment District featuring restaurants, bars, coffee shops, a comedy club, a 24-hour donut shop, a day spa, a yoga studio, the Super Target, Crumbl Cookie, and so much more
~ Walking distance to Embassy Club West
~ Walking distance to 3 parks with tennis courts, basketball courts, gaga ball pits, playgrounds, soccer and baseball fields, picnic pavilions, and walking and bike trails
~ 5-minute drive to Glen Oaks Golf Course and Country Club
~ 5-minute drive to the Jordan Creek Town Center, Costco, Trader Joe’s, REI, Kohl’s, Aldi’s, Walmart, the Nordstrom Rack, TJ Maxx, and so much more
~ 5-minute drive to the MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex sports complex
~ 5-minute drive to Des Moines University Medical School
~ 5-minute drive to so many entertainment options: Top Golf, Spare Time, Putts & Pins, Smash Park, Blue Aquarium, Dave & Buster’s, Cinemark Theater, Kids Empire indoor playground, frisbee golf courses, and geocaches
~ Short drive to all area hospitals (The closest hospitals out west are a 10-minute drive, and downtown hospitals are a 15-minute drive)
~ 15-minute drive to downtown Des Moines
~ 15-minute drive to Drake University
~ 20-minute drive to the State Fairgrounds
~ 20-minute drive to Grand View University
~ 45-minute drive to Iowa State University

THE HOME

You'll enter the home through the garage or front door--your choice. Both entries have stairs.
~ Spacious 3-story home (2,900 total SF) with a finished basement
~ Two-car garage (accommodates 2 compact to mid-size cars—may accommodate only 1 large vehicle)
~ Self Check-In
~ Google Fiber (buried, reliable, 1 Gig) mesh network and smokin’ fast Wifi throughout the house
~ Central heating and air conditioning
~ Two living rooms: one on the 1st floor and one in the basement
~ Both living rooms have lots of seating and 75” TVs
~ Fully stocked kitchen (see details below)
~ BBQ Grill
~ Formal dining room that seats 10
~ Casual kitchen nook that seats 6
~ Kitchen island that seats 4
~ Half-bath powder room on the 1st floor
~ Three bedrooms are on the 2nd floor up 16 steps
~ One bedroom is in the finished basement down 16 steps
~ The laundry room is on the 2nd floor next to the master suite and includes washer, dryer, laundry detergent, dryer sheets, iron, ironing board, clothes steamer, extra fan, and white noise machine

PLEASE NOTE: This home does not have a yard or outdoor space beyond the front porch and back patio, but there is ample green space and many parks very close by. The garage door is opened and closed through an external keypad. There is not a garage door remote for guest use.


WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP:

~ MASTER BEDROOM: King bed, futon, portable crib (Pack-n-Play), 55” TV, nightstands, record player, dresser, walk-in closet
~ PINK BEDROOM: Queen bed, 50” TV, closet, dresser, nightstands
~ TWINS BEDROOM: Two XL twin beds, 43”TV, dresser, kids’ toys and books, nightstand, closet
~ BASEMENT BEDROOM: King bed, 50” TV, dresser, nightstands, closet
~ Basement couch can be configured into a full-size bed. (Bedding is in the basement bedroom closet.) This room has a 75” TV.
~ All bedrooms have black-out shades, ceiling fans, memory foam mattresses, linens, duvets with covers washed after each guest, extra pillows, and extra blankets


BATHROOMS:

~ Master Bathroom (Attached to master bedroom): shower, double sinks, and toilet
~ Upstairs hallway bathroom (Shared by the Pink Bedroom and Twins Bedroom): bathtub with shower, double sinks, and toilet
~ Basement Bathroom (Across hall from Basement Bedroom): shower, single sink, and toilet
~ First-Floor Half-Bath: sink and toilet
~ All full bathrooms are stocked with a hair dryer, body towels, hand towels, make up towels, wash cloths, toilet paper, tissues, hand soap, and travel-size shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and bar soap


BASEMENT INCLUDES:

~ Comfy couch that can be configured into a full-size bed with bedding
~ Console seating behind the couch
~ A dry bar with a microwave and drinks refrigerator
~ Board games, puzzles, and playing cards
~ Additional seating area that doubles as a game table or dedicated workspace
~ Nintendo Wii with 70+ games
~ Four yoga mats
~ Sassy tube lighting and fluorescent signage fun for selfies


KITCHEN INCLUDES:

~ Refrigerator, freezer, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, garbage disposal
~ 10-cup coffee maker, single-cup Keurig, ground coffee, filters, K-cups, creamers, and sugars
~ Tea kettle
~ BBQ propane grill and utensils
~ Air fryer, blender, slow cooker, Instapot, rice cooker, hand mixer, toaster, and electric griddle
~ Pots and pans
~ Dishes, utensils, glasses, and coffee mugs
~ Wine, martini, champagne, and rocks glasses
~ Knives
~ Cutting boards
~ Cooking utensils
~ Serving and mixing bowls
~ Baking sheets
~ Baking dishes
~ Colanders
~ Measuring cups and spoons
~ Spices, salt & pepper, and cooking spray
~ Storage bags (assorted sizes)
~ Foil, saran wrap, parchment paper, and air fryer liners
~ Hot pads, trivets, dish towels
~ Paper towels, dishwasher detergent, dish soap, trash bags
~ Dish drying rack


BABY/TODDLER ITEMS:

~ High chair
~ Baby/Toddler plates, cups with lids, and utensils
~ Large-size portable crib (Pack-n-Play) with fitted sheets
~ Baby gate
~ Some cabinets have child locks that can be activated
~ Kids’ toys and books

GUEST ACCESS:

The entire home is available for your use including the 2-car garage, back driveway for parking, the BBQ patio, and the front porch with chairs.

The garage door is opened and closed through an external keypad. There is not a garage door remote.

You will self check-in at your convenience.

There are two locked owners' closets and a locked basement utility room that are not accessible to guests.

THE GLENDA HOUSE RULES:
• No smoking, vaping, marijuana, or drug use inside or outside.
• No parties or events.
• Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• No pets.
• Please no shoes in the house.
• No access to basement and upstairs owners’ closets or utility room.
• Please park only in the garage, the garage driveway, or designated parking spots. Please no street parking.

INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
We are here for you during your stay, but our level of interaction is up to you. We live just up the road and are only a message or phone call away. You will be able to self check-in upon arrival.


OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE:
We are locals and love to give recommendations! Please let us know how we can help you make memories! We have local referrals for a private chef who cooks at the house and two yoga instructors and a Reiki/sound healing practitioner who teach private classes at the house. We love bringing great people together!

We have a strict no smoking, no vaping, and no drugs policy both inside the house and outside around the house. Violation of this policy is subject to immediate cancellation of the reservation and a $300 additional cleaning fee.

To accommodate guests with allergies, we have a no pet policy. Violation of this policy is subject to immediate cancellation of the reservation and a $300 additional cleaning fee.

No parties or events are allowed. Violation of this policy is subject to immediate cancellation of the reservation and a $500 additional cleaning fee.

Property manager

Danielle Stull

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours are from 10 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Please no shoes in the house.
Please park only in the garage, the garage driveway, or designated parking spots. Please no street parking

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

West Des Moines

West Des Moines is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Walnut Woods State Park and Badger Creek State Recreation Area, while Jordan House and Val Air Ballroom are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Make time for Iowa State Fairgrounds, or head to an event or a match at Wells Fargo Arena.
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West Des Moines, IA

What's nearby

  • West Glen Town Center - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Jordan Creek Town Center - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Living History Farms - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Val Air Ballroom - 9 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Glenda! Sassy West Glen Home + Garage + TVs + WiFi + Electric Fireplace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is The Glenda! Sassy West Glen Home + Garage + TVs + WiFi + Electric Fireplace located?

This family-friendly West Des Moines holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of West Glen Town Center and Jordan Creek Town Center. Bridgewood Plaza and MercyOne Mills Civic Express Care are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

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Amazing Experience

"The Glenda" was everything you need for a family gathering. Danielle was so nice and thoughtful. I would give 6 stars if I could. The property was clean and spacious! Thank you Danielle!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Danielle Stull

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I'm originally from Alaska but have called Iowa home for over 20 years. When I'm not hosting, I love to be outside hiking, gardening, and kayaking.

I love hosting because I am wired to help people and get great joy from being a small part of people gathering with their loved ones and making special memories. I would be thrilled to help put together ideas for any specific interests like girlfriends' getaways, wellness, history, art, family fun, hiking, kayaking, bicycling, and day trips.

The running joke with my family and friends is that instead of going to graduate school I should have been a travel agent. I nerd out helping people plan trips to places I've been and love to give local recommendations! It brings me so much joy! I can't wait to share our little piece of heaven here in Iowa with you and help you find those things that will make the best memories during your stay!

Why they chose this property

The Glenda is located in a quiet, quaint neighborhood 2 blocks from the vibrant West Glen Entertainment district. This area is incredibly walkable and also a short drive from all of the best action!

🔹 Minutes to I-35/I-80
🔹 15-minute drive to the DSM Airport
🔹 Walking distance to the West Glen Entertainment District featuring restaurants, bars, coffee shops, a comedy club, a 24-hour donut shop, a day spa, a yoga studio, the Super Target, Crumbl Cookie, and so much more
🔹 Walking distance to Embassy Club West
🔹 Walking distance to 3 parks with tennis courts, basketball courts, gaga ball pits, playgrounds, soccer and baseball fields, picnic pavilions, and walking and bike trails
🔹 5-minute drive to Glen Oaks Golf Course and Country Club
🔹 5-minute drive to the Jordan Creek Town Center, Costco, Trader Joe’s, REI, Kohl’s, Aldi’s, Walmart, the Nordstrom Rack, TJ Maxx, and so much more
🔹 5-minute drive to the MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex sports complex
🔹 5-minute drive to so many entertainment options: Top Golf, Spare Time, Putts & Pins, Smash Park, Blue Aquarium, Dave & Buster’s, Cinemark Theater, Kids Empire indoor playground, frisbee golf courses, and geocaches
🔹 5-minute drive to Des Moines University Medical School
🔹 Short drive to all area hospitals (The closest hospitals out west are a 10-minute drive, and downtown hospitals are a 15-minute drive)
🔹 15-minute drive to downtown Des Moines
🔹 15-minute drive to Drake University
🔹 20-minute drive to the State Fairgrounds
🔹 20-minute drive to Grand View University

What makes this property unique

The Glenda was designed to comfortably accommodate groups of families, friends, and executives with intentional spaces that have lots of seating for dining and relaxing, two living rooms for gathering, TVs throughout the house, smoking fast WiFi, and a fully stocked kitchen. We love it when people gather and have designed a space to make that happen in the best way!

The host also truly loves hosting and goes out of her way to make sure the house is welcoming and ready for any needs that may arise. She loves to give local recommendations and has referrals for a private chef who cooks at the house, private yoga instructors who offer classes at the house, and a reiki/sound healing practitioner who offers sessions at the house.

Languages:

English