Whiterock Conservancy is a 5,500-acre, nonprofit land trust dedicated to providing educational and recreational opportunities for the public, improving and protecting the land through conservation, and demonstrating sustainable farming methods.
Explore over 40+ miles of hiking, running, mountain biking, and equestrian that meander through prairie, oak savanna, wetland and river valley; set up camp in our RV or tent camping areas; or enjoy the comforts of home in one of our vacation rentals. Enjoy the countryside and wildlife, and some of the darkest skies in Iowa for stargazing. Visit the Historic Garst Farmstead to learn about agricultural history or check out one of our multiple fishing ponds. We have fishing equipment, mountain bikes and kayaks/canoes (river level and weather permitting) for rent. Free Historic Garst Farmhouse Tours are available on the 1st Saturday of the month.
The nearby town of Coon Rapids also offers a handful of activities such as a 9-hole golf course, golf simulator, bowling alley, aquatic center, parks & playgrounds, sports fields, local shopping, a sculpture park, grocery store, restaurants, paved trails, and a coffee shop.
HOSPITAL: Guthrie County Hospital & Emergency Room (21 miles) - Guthrie Center, IA. Manning Regional Health Care Center & Emergency Room (23 miles) - Manning, IA. St. Anthony Regional Hospital & Emergency Room (23 miles) - Carroll, IA. TRAVEL: Des Moines International Airport (73 miles) - Des Moines, IA. Omaha Eppley Airfield (105 miles) - Omaha, NE. Amtrak Creston Station (70 miles) - Creston, IA.
SUMMARY: Woodsy loft-style accommodation warmly decorated with cabin decor and rustic wood paneling. Situated across from River Campground and Whiterock's River Barn Event Space, Woodland Carriage House sleeps up to 8 people with a king-sized bed in each of the two bedrooms and two queen-sized beds in the living area. Location has Wi-Fi, a smart tv, air conditioning, closet space, and clean linens & towels provided. Cell coverage may not be available from all providers.
BEDROOMS: Spacious loft with two private bedrooms, each with a king bed, and two additional queen-sized beds in the living area. Bedding is provided.
BATHROOMS: A single shared bathroom includes toilet, vanity sink and mirror, shower and shelving. Clean towels provided.
KITCHEN AMENITIES: The kitchen is small, but fully equipped with stove, full-sized refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot, and dishes and utensils.
LIVING/DINING AREAS: This open-concept living area includes dining table for 8, cozy rugs, chairs and TV and extensive at-home library.
OUTDOORS: Trail and Middle Racoon River access, charcoal grill and gorgeous fire pit with a picnic table and lawn chairs. Across the road from River Campground.
PARKING: One vehicle can park in the driveway. Additional vehicles can be parked across the road at River Campground.
PETS: Dogs are welcome in this rental with a $25 per pet per stay fee. Please respect the space and keep pets off the furniture. Visitor envelopes are found in each house for payment. When on Whiterock Conservancy property, dogs must be controlled by leash or voice command. Please clean up after your pet.
FIREWOOD: No outside firewood is allowed. Each location has a fire ring and firewood for purchase, $10/bundle. Fires are allowed in fire rings only, please do not move the fire rings. Visitor envelopes are found in each house for payment. No fireworks allowed anywhere on Whiterock Conservancy property.
