I found the peace and solitude I needed to study and relax in preparation for my veterinary…read morepathology boards at this beautiful turn-of-the-century Iowa farmhouse situated in the country, yet within 14 minutes of downtown Ames and the Iowa State University Campus. The house is literally within walking distance of the Story Country Conservation Center and beautiful McFarland Park, a 200 acre park that offers nearly 6 miles of walking trails through tall grass prairie and woodland habitat with a 6.5 acre lake and streams. Owner and chef Stewart Hinerfeld shows off his culinary skills using fresh produce grown on the property. And it goes without saying the food is amazing and unlike anything I have ever encountered at other inns. The house offers all of the charm and nostalgia of yesteryear with its antique furnishings, yet with all of the modern ammenities including very reliable wireless internet service. I was literally given access to the entire house and property and was most grateful for the opportunity to set up my microscope in the living area so I could continue to study prior to my exam. I especially enjoyed the company of the two friendly felines, Stewie and Stella, who took an exceptional liking to my microscope and enjoyed sitting next to me while I continued cramming for my exam. I really enjoyed my stay at the Green Belt Bed and Breakfast and sincerely appreciated the country setting and will most definitely return! Greta Heismeyer Krafsur, DVM

From the owner: The Greenbelt B&B serves traditional as well as classical cuisine in a lovely, quiet country…read moresetting. The house is adorned with antiques and memorabilia and offers privacy, lovely breakfasts, and friendships. We are close to Iowa State University as well as lovely lakes and ponds as well as three pioneer cemeteries. Your hosts are Stewart and Hannah Hinerfeld. An honor graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Stewart will prepare that special dinner for you and your guests. American, French, Italian and Iowa cuisine are his specialty.

Everything was amazing, from the room to the food. The hosts…read morewere gracious and welcoming, and every detail of the house was perfect.

If you are anywhere near here, treat yourself to what must be one off the best b&bs in the US…read more Sound like excessive praise? No. This place is just amazing. Every single detail of this house is beautifully done. Take a step into the turn of the century. How could you not pour yourself a thimble of sherry and sit quietly in the living room just absorbing the wonder, thinking about the intervening 125 years, the lives lived; the joys and sorrows, the losses, the loves. Magical? Indeed. (Feeling peckish? There are probably a few fresh baked goodies in the kitchen.) The feather bed was.....a dream! Lovely soaps and lotions are all here for bathing. Big cozy super fresh towels and best linens. And breakfast. Wow. You won't need lunch. It changed daily. A generous bowl of fresh fruit with yogurt always started it. Then each day was different-a frittata, French toast, pancakes, eggs with sausages or bacon. Yum. I sort of don't want to leave. But. Yeah. Back to life. Back to reality. I love my home but this has been grand.

We had a great stay here and would highly recommend. The house was very clean with lots of…read moreinteresting books, magazines, and local information. Dorothy has some beautiful English and Irish china and crystal as well. She was very accommodating regarding our schedule, and we can't say enough about the breakfast. It was different each day and oh so good - from individual soufflés to homemade granola, homemade Irish soda bread, poached pears, homemade strawberry jam, and fresh fruit. It was a wonderful way to start the day!

We had a lovely stay and would love to come again! Comfortable room, cool and quiet on a hot day,…read morea great place to come in and relax. The owners are gracious and hospitable. They made us two delicious breakfasts our two mornings here. This place has absolutely everything to love and enjoy on your visit to Grinnell.

I generally liked it a lot. It was conveniently located and was everything I needed in a place to…read morestay. Also the breakfasts were good and the downstairs area was quite nice. The upstairs hallways and rooms were a little disappointing in terms of niceness, but everything I needed was there. I would give it 4 stars based on the above. However, I had some problems with my door code to get in on the first day. When I called to get it worked out, the employee gave me the master code. Obviously, yes, I wanted into the building and my room. But it's never acceptable for a guest at a hotel to have a code for other rooms. If relying on a locking system like this, there needs to be a secure way to solve problems without giving out the master code. For this reason, I have to deduct another star.

We loved our stay here. Very comfortable and close to everything. The host staff were attentive…read more And all the to-go goodies - they thought of everything!

The owners are very friendly and accommodating. Rooms are spacious and clean. Food is terrific!…read moreWould definitely stay here again.

What a great place to relax and enjoy a wonderful meal. Don't want to leave? This is a great bed…read moreand breakfast. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed. Four of us had dinner tonight. What friendly staff. I had pork chop. Loved it. Please try the bacon wonton. Out of this world. Others had salads and one had sandwich. Really great.

Easy and accessible to downtown Des Moine. This gem of a house quaint and comfortable. Loads of…read moreantiques. The old record player still works. The woodwork is intricate and the stain glass windows are lovely. Sue and Don are very nice caretakers. Next to Union Park and live music down by the marina at Captain Roy's on Saturdays in the summer. Easy and accessible trails to downtown and restaurants with a bicycle.

My wife wanted a little get away for her birthday. I was initially thinking a hotel in Des Moines…read morebut then remembered about the Corn Crib B&B!! And the drive was not bad at all, only .9 miles from our home lol, if it weren't for the tree line we could see our back deck from The Corn Crib! When we arrived Barb was just finishing up some final touches and greeted us as we arrived. I had been in email contact with her for quite awhile as I had to reschedule several times, she was always accommodating and very professional! Absolutely everything you need for a comfortable stay is provided. The details in the design and interior decorating are amazing! My wife and I would love to build a home like The Corn Crib, only a bit larger in places. We spent 20 minutes walking around just noticing the small details that made all the difference! My only concern was the bed. My wife and I are used to a California king bed. I'm 6'3 230 pounds, my wife 5'0 125 lbs, things get a little tight in smaller beds, but by no means would the bed size prevent anything less than 5 stars for The Corn Crib! We chose to stay local to help out our local businesses. We finished up our day by going to West Hill Brewing here in Indianola for a few beers, followed up by a pizza from Bricktown. Definitely come to The Corn Crib if you get a chance!!

From the owner: Our Bed and Breakfast is designed with you in mind. With its modern design and amenities, we hope…read moreto make your stay as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. Our attention to detail and desire to make your stay comfortable, shines through each and every moment of your stay. With an amazing country feel YOU are still close to everything the city has to offer. The cabin has been newly renovated and features carefully chosen decor and attention to detail. Our cabin defines a modern look with a country feel. With our modern and fun motif, you're sure to enjoy any stay with us, whether you're here on business or for some fun. And all of our beds offer you the luxurious comfort of top of the line mattresses, so you can ensure that you'll sleep soundly.

Whenever my business travel brings me to Des Moines, Butler House on Grand is my first choice of…read moreaccommodation. The owners are more than welcoming, ready to help in any way. The rooms are spacious and charming; the fridge and pantry are generously well-stocked; the living room and game room are large and make the stay unique and special. It is a mansion home away from home. Across the street is a three mile hilly woodland trail (behind the Art Museum and rose garden). The neighborhood us safe and beautiful. Highly recommend for both business and leisure travel. Seven large bedrooms can accommodate a group. Please note: The only negative reviews that keep this from being five star was many years ago under prior owners. I was here at that time and had a very positive experience during my stay, though the family/owners were dealing with very difficult health challenges. The atmosphere in the home is five star now.

Sheryl and Jeremiah are incredible hosts that thought of every detail to make our stay away from…read morehome wonderful! The guest rooms are beautiful! Beds are very comfortable, linens wonderful, and plush towels and robes in each room. There is access to snacks and drinks 24/7 and the refrigerator is well-stocked to make yourself an amazing breakfast. The shared spaces are comfortable and inviting and the game room in the basement is a fun addition! We were there to bike the area trails with friends and the location is just perfect. One of the trailheads is right down the hill and we biked downtown to the Des Moines Farmers Market and beyond and got an easy 20 mile ride in on beautiful trails. We highly recommend the Butler House on Grand for a getaway for two or for a group of friends!

Highly recommend staying here! It is so comfortable and relaxing. The rooms are perfect, and the…read morehosts are exceptional. We really enjoyed our visit and just wish we could have stayed longer. It is very hard to come by fantastic customer service these days but Kelly and Chris have it mastered. It felt like staying with old friends.

From the owner: We are a historic home built in 1902, on the Historic Registry with beautiful woodwork and…read moreVictorian elements. We have 5 individually furnished suites with private baths and offer homemade filling breakfasts. We are a small family run business with personalized service. Book a stay for a getaway or gather a group for a Murder Mystery, Wedding/Baby shower, Elopement, Micro-Wedding, or other small event.