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The Fox Den

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Property grounds
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

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 Fox Den

A perfect wooded hideaway for someone who enjoys the stillness of nature & the chance to see foxes, deer, woodchuck, turkeys & more, while enjoying easy access to all the fun Ames has to offer! The Fox Den is a cozy efficiency apartment in a duplex nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac, just a short walk to downtown Ames (the library, post office, grocery store, main street shopping, farmers market, city parks, bus line & more), a brief drive to campus, many tasty restaurants, and easy access to highway 35.

The space:
Although this efficiency apartment is in a basement, the large windows keep the apartment feeling open and spacious. There is a stovetop, microwave and toaster for cooking your own meals, as well as a 3/4 fridge. You'll also have access to wireless internet, a patio, and fire pit by request. We specifically constructed the space with noise canceling features, but you may still occasionally hear guests above if there is someone staying in the upper portion of the duplex. At night, the path to and from the apartment is well lit for safe access.

Property manager

Keri Navratil

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchenette

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Ames, IA

What's nearby

  • Main Street Cultural District - 5 min walk
  • Iowa State University - 5 min drive
  • Iowa State Center - 5 min drive
  • Hilton Coliseum - 5 min drive
  • Jack Trice Stadium - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Des Moines International Airport (DSM) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Fox Den pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Fox Den?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Fox Den?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Fox Den located?

Situated in Ames, this vacation home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Main Street Cultural District and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Iowa State University. Octagon Center for the Arts and Hilton Coliseum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

The Fox Den Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angela T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
The Fox Den was a nice place to stay, clean and was as described in the ad. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice
Good neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric U., Fair Oaks Ranch, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful spot
Great spot in the back of the neighborhood. I stayed for the summer for lab work at Iowa State. Really great landing spot and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 50 nights in Jun 2024