Whiterock Conservancy - Historic Garst Farmhouse

Relax and take a step back in time (with all the modern conveniences) in the Roswell and Elizabeth Garst Historic Farmhouse site of the 1959 cold war visit by soviet premiere Khrushchev visit. Spend the night in one of the five rooms of this historic house, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.The communal living room, dining room, and kitchen include a collection of artifacts, photos, books and films that guests are welcome to view and enjoy. Subject to occupancy, guests may visit each of the individual rooms which are full of antiques and historical photographs.

OUTDOOR LIVING: A picnic table, lawn chairs and a bonfire ring are nearby, and the yard abuts an excellent fishing pond and the town-loop trail system which connects to the rest of the Whiterock trail system. The nearby farm yard is used for sheep, goats and cows on occasion and the field behind the house is home to the bison herd.

KITCHEN: The fully-equipped kitchen has a stove, full size refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot, charcoal grill, dishes and utensils. Supplies are provided to prepare your own breakfast.

GENERAL: Air conditioning, linens & towels, no pets allowed

PARKING: Driveway

WHITEROCK CONSERVANCY (surrounding): 5,500 acres of land for hiking & running, horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing & kayaking, fishing, stargazing, picnicking, wildlife viewing. GOLF: Lake Panorama National Golf Course (25.1 miles), Coon Rapids Golf Association (1 mile), Panorama West Golf Course and Clubhouse (24 miles), Lake Panorama Par Three Golf Course (23 miles), Guthrie Center Golf Course (18 miles) DOWNTOWN COON RAPIDS (1 mile): 3 restaurants, grocery store, boutique shopping NEARBY CITIES: Des Moines (69 miles), Omaha (105 miles) AIRPORT: Des Moines International Airport (69 miles)
Have the entire house, all five bedrooms, for yourself.

The Harvest Room is a homey, country feeling room showcasing agricultural history on the main floor. Includes Queen bed, private bath, reading chair, dresser and TV. The shower has a seat and both the shower and toilet have grab bars. Handicap Accessible.

The Garden Terrace is bright flora and fauna themed room with private outdoor access on main floor. Includes Queen bed and private bath (shower only), reading chair, dresser and TV.

The Roswell Suite, located on the second floor, features a King bed, private bath, reading chairs, dressers and closet. It is decorated in theme of Roswell Garst's life.

The Toshiama room is a homey, country-themed room with a touch of simple detail. Includes two twin beds, vanity with sink, dresser and TV. Shares a spacious bathroom with Elizabeth's Loft. The room is named after Roswell and Elizabeth Garst two daughters, Tosh and Mary who shared the bedroom growing up.

Elizabeth’s Loft is a sweetly, comfortably decorated room on second floor featuring photos of Elizabeth Garst's life and travels. Includes Queen bed, reading chair, desk and vanity, closet and TV. Shares a spacious bathroom with Toshiama Room.