Garst Farm Resort

   Home Farm Bed and Breakfast

ivyhome.jpg (1792 bytes) ivydirections.jpg (2325 bytes) ivyhistory.jpg (2001 bytes) ivyaccommodations.jpg (3299 bytes)
ivycontactus.jpg (2394 bytes) ivyprices.jpg (1868 bytes) ivyaboutus.jpg (2267 bytes) ivyactivities.jpg (2257 bytes)

Home Farm bedrooms are clean, comfortable and lovely.  There are five guest bedrooms, each with a story to tell.  The public rooms are full of historic photographs, antiques and charm.   Also, be sure to visit our unique Basement Gift Shop.

                                                                   Expansive Groundsgarsthom.JPG (4667 bytes)
Croquet court
Comfortable lawn chairs
Gorgeous perennial gardens
Huge cottonwood and other trees
Plenty of space for outdoor activities
Two ponds for ice-skating and fishing
A real working farm - cattle and buffalo!
Bonfire ring, with firewood

The Spacious Living Roomhomelivingroom.JPG (22208 bytes)

Curl up with a good book from the wonderful library.
Several rooms display superb photos of the agriculture history and Khrushchev visit to the Garst farm. Photos were supplied by Joe Munroe, family friend and photographer.
The room contains a piano, a satellite television connection, a VCR,  a drop-leaf game table, and an Internet-connected computer.
A video collection includes Roswell Garst Film Memories, a collage of footage about the early days of the Garst Seed Company and the Khrushchev visit.  My Mother's Garden is Aunt Mary's video about the lovely yard.   
Back to top

The Russian Roomhomediningroom.JPG (7312 bytes)

Guest can eat their self serve continental breakfast in the room filled with memorabilia from the time when the Garsts dined with Premier and Mrs. Khrushchev.
Meals are served on Elizabeth's china.
Lunches and dinners are served by reservation each week. Prices depend upon menu selection
IVYBULLET.jpg (983 bytes) Dining
Back to top

The Roswell Suiteroswellinterior2.JPG (19352 bytes)

Our most distinctive room offering
King-sized bed, antique walnut dressers
Private satellite TV hook-up
A breakfast nook in the room
Private bath with Jacuzzi bathtub
Colonial blue, white and maize decor
Photo collection of Roswell Garst's life
$105night 
Back to top

The Harvest Roomharvestinterior.JPG (18192 bytes)
A warm, lovely room featuring
An ornate walnut queen bedstead
A beautiful Persian rug
First Floor Access and Private, handicapped-accessible bath       
Shuttered windows
Barn red and wheat palette
Historical photos of cattle feeding innovations
$85/night
Back to top

The Garden Terrace Roomgbedrm6.jpg (6732 bytes)

Antique queen-sized iron bed
Private bath with shower
Beautiful old secretary
Spectacular view of the grounds
Airy decor with trellising vines and foliage
Private outdoor terrace
Photo collection of old Coon Rapids and Home Farm
  $85/night
Back to top

The Toshiama Roomgbedrm5.jpg (7144 bytes)

This lovely country room offers:
Cozy, green & white checked quilts
Original twin beds and matching dresser
Painted checkerboard hardwood floor
Pedestal sink in room
Shared bath
Myrtle green and soft pastel accents
Photo collection of Roswell and Elizabeth's children
$55/night
Back to top

                                                                   Elizabeth's Loftgbedrm4.jpg (3938 bytes)
Charming step-up retreat
Bright pink cabbage rose motif
Queen-sized bed tucked in a bay area
Walk-in closet and antique furniture
Hardwood floors with wool rug
Shared bath
Photo collection of Elizabeth Garst's life
  $70/night
Back to top

ivybar.jpg (4297 bytes)

                                                             
 

                                                                                          

                                                             A Real Country Kitchen!kitchen.JPG (4670 bytes)
Updated with modern appliances, the country kitchen is ready for your pleasure as you enjoy the view of the grounds from the kitchen window.
Keep your late-night snacks in the refrigerator
Enjoy coffee and tea anytime
Feel free to use the microwave, beverage glasses, etc.
Full cooking access is limited, unless prior arrangements
Back to top

ivybar.jpg (4297 bytes)
Be sure to visit our Basement Gift Shop, full of Midwestern basement charm and unique gifts!


  Back to Top     Dining   Prices for Accommodations

[ Home Farm B&B ] Hollyhock Cottage ] Woodland Carriage House ] Oakridge Farm House ] 805 River Cabin ] Primitive Camping ]

Home ] Accommodations ] Activities ] What's New? ] Directions ] Prices ] About Us ] Contact Resort ] Search ] Special Groups ]

ivybar.jpg (4297 bytes)

Contact Information

Telephone:   712-684-2964
 
FAX712-684-2299
 
Whiterock Resort
1390 Highway 141, Coon Rapids, Iowa 50058
 
whiterock@iowatelecom.net