Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University
Ames, San Miguel County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University Loya's Little House B&B sits on 12 acres of Grandad's Farm just north of Des Moines and Ames, Iowa. The beautiful four bedroom, four bath house is surrounded by landscaped gardens and flowing water features. Our two farms have a total of 5 miles of trails to explore. Access to the river for kayaking or canoeing is availab...
Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University Loya's Little House B&B sits on 12 acres of Grandad's Farm just north of Des Moines and Ames, Iowa. The beautiful four bedroom, four bath house is surrounded by landscaped gardens and flowing water features. Our two farms have a total of 5 miles of trails to explore. Access to the river for kayaking or canoeing is available on site, one mile north, and one mile south. Families can use the big, fully equipped kitchen for preparing meals. The house also includes lovely furnishings and original artwork. By booking the entire house, guests have exclusive access to the house's common living areas. Our place is good for families (with kids) and big groups.Guests will have access to the entire main level of the house and the extra room above the conference room. They also have access to the front patio, the two decks, and the paver patio with a dual barbecue grill outside the kitchen. The property also provides three large lawns with various lawn games available and hiking trails through tall grass prairies. These trails also have 50 active bluebird boxes. A great spot for birdwatchers!This property does not charge any hidden fees. We only ask guests to clean up the kitchen before they leave (fill and start the dishwasher) and to take empty cans and bottles with them. We do all the stripping of the beds and laundry. We guarantee this property has no hidden cameras.While the innkeepers are on site, they do not share any living quarters with guests and are available for questions and assistance as needed.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Kayak / canoe
- Water sports gear
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
Location type
- River
- Rural
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Water parks
- Swimming
- Water tubing
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Cross-country skiing
- Ice skating
- Sledding
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Ecotourism
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pool
- Air conditioning
- Hot tub
- Breakfast available
- Free WiFi
Food and drink
- Breakfast available for a fee
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Internet access
Things to do
- Books
- Farming classes
- Kayak
- Playground
- Spa tub
- Water sports equipment
- Communal pool
- Games
- Music library
- Sauna
- Water park
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Dining table
- Highchair
- In-room microwave
- Living room
- Separate in-room dining area
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's toys
- DVD player
- In-room kitchen
- In-room refrigerator
- Playground
- Water park
Guest services
- Change of bedsheets on request
- Housekeeping on request
- Change of towels on request
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Firepit
- On a river
Languages spoken
- English
More
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Humane treatment of captive wild animals
- Local culture and ecosystem education
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- Reusable cups
- Smoke-free property
- Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
- Local artist showcase
- Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic water bottles
- Reusable tableware
Activities nearby
- Birdwatching
- Cycling
- Fishing
- Gym
- Hunting
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Wildlife walks
- Cross-country skiing
- Ecotours
- Golfing
- Hiking
- Ice skating
- Sledding
- Water tubing
- Winery tours
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 12:00 PM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- Guests can, with the agreement from the hosts, have small gatherings. This does not mean the guests can have a large, unlimited party.: Guests can, with the agreement from the hosts, have small gatherings. This does not mean the guests can have a large, unlimited party.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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
- This property uses geothermal energy
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Ames
Located in Ames, this farm stay is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Reiman Gardens and McHose Park, while Farm House Museum and Stephens Auditorium are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Jack Trice Stadium or Hilton Coliseum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Main Street Cultural District 23 min drive
- Iowa State University 24 min drive
- Stephens Auditorium 25 min drive
- Hilton Coliseum 25 min drive
- Jack Trice Stadium 26 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Casey's General Store 21 min drive
- McDonald's 17 min drive
- Starbucks 20 min drive
- B-Bop's 20 min drive
- Casey's General Store 17 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Serene rural accommodations minutes away from Ames and Iowa State University located?
Situated on a river, this farm stay is 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Story City Carousel and within 12 miles (20 km) of Iowa State University and Furman Aquatic Center. Main Street Cultural District and Veenker Memorial Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).