Vacation rentals in Ames

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Top-rated holiday rentals in Ames

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Home in Ames
Great location Home+Campus+Downtown+Wifi+parking
Riverside Retreat is a 2 bedroom / 2 bathroom house. * Perfect location in quiet, safe neighborhood. * Walking distance to Jack Trice Stadium, Hilton Coliseum and Stephens Auditorium. * 2 minute drive to downtown / ISU campus. * Easy access to all of Ames. * Keyless entry. * Driveway parking. * Wi-Fi and Smart TV . * Fully equipped kitchen. * On site washer/dryer. * Close to grocery store, shops and restaurants. * Large rear screen porch with great private wooded backdrop with creek at rear.
1 – 8 Aug
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 298 reviews
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Townhouse in Ames
Campus★Downtown★WiFi★Near Starbucks★Superhosts
Located in the heart of Ames, Iowa! • 2 minute drive to Iowa State Uni + downtown Ames • 3 Smart TVs with Netflix (1 smart TV in each bedroom) • Walking distance to downtown shopping & dining • 1 block from grocery store • 2 Starbucks within walking distance • Right across the street from Cy-Ride bus stop • Quiet & safe neighborhood • Keyless Entry •2 Br/ 1 Bath (2 queen beds & 1 queen pull out couch) • Onsite Washer/Dryer • Full equipped + Stocked kitchen • Superhost--stay with no worries!
7 – 14 July
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 428 reviews
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Barn in Ames
Old Barn Remodel Unique, Artsy, Solar, Glamping!
Open floor plan ground level historic barn turned into an airbnb. Cabin style with modern comforts. Fast wifi, Iowa State 10 mins away, Iowa rural but close to ames. Sleep in a trailer, sleep in a boat! Super chill atmosphere on 3 acres with porch to enjoy. Hotel accommodations like air conditioning, heat, clean sheets, towels and coffee/tea but camping style. The barn is self check-in (late arrival friendly) and check out. If needing only 1 night Sun-Thur just ask for offer. Gay Friendly!
25 Mar – 1 Apr
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 262 reviews

Popular amenities for Ames holiday rentals

Stay near Ames's top sights

Jack Trice Stadium9 locals recommend
Hilton Coliseum9 locals recommend
Hickory Park25 locals recommend
Stephens Auditorium6 locals recommend
Reiman Gardens38 locals recommend
Walmart Supercenter5 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Ames

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Home in Ames
The Hideaway on Hazel- Luxury Smart Home w Hot Tub
15 – 22 June
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 52 reviews
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Home in Ames
The Garden Home
31 Aug – 7 Sept
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 80 reviews
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Home in Ames
Cottage Off Campus-3bd/2b-Walk to Downtown AMES!
3 – 10 July
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews
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Home in Ames
Updated Ranch in Family Neighborhood
1 – 8 Dec
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
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Apartment in Nevada
Spacious studio ideal for traveling professionals
29 Nov – 6 Dec
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews
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Home in Ames
Sweet Caroline's Getaway
8 – 15 July
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews
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Apartment in Ames
2 Bed Historic Downtown Loft
14 – 21 May
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 22 reviews
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Apartment in Ames
Historic Downtown | 1BD Full Apt
24 – 31 Oct
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews
Superhost
Home in Ames
The Ames Retreat - Firepit | Downtown | Kitchen
1 – 8 July
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 97 reviews
Guest favourite
Home in Ames
Fun Family Place with Extras & Space
26 Sept – 3 Oct
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews
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Home in Ames
The Gathering House
23 – 30 July
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 33 reviews
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Home in Ames
Generation House- Ames
19 – 26 Mar
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 43 reviews

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Ames

Total rentals

120 properties

Wi-Fi availability

120 properties include access to Wi-Fi

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

50 properties have a dedicated workspace

Pet-friendly rentals

20 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

70 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

4.3K reviews

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