Calhoun - University 40

UNIVERSITY 40 CABIN 

This cabin has the distinction of being  the first and only cabin in University 40 park. Uniquely situated on a hill near the playground, bathrooms, and pavilion, the cabin commands a picturesque view of Cedar Creek's lower area. Make the most of your stay at the park by indulging in outdoor activities and enjoying its amenities, including a large lawn space, a great creek for fishing a kayaking, trails to hike, and several spacious shelter houses. The cabin itself is quaint and cozy, featuring a bunk bed that can comfortably sleep four people (two per bunk), a mini-fridge, small table, and AC/heat. An outdoor fire ring and picnic table complete the perfect picture of this charming cabin. The cabin offers a complete nature experience, with a touch of modern convenience.

RENTER WILL NEED TO BRING:
Make sure you bring all the essentials for a comfortable night's sleep! 

• Two queen-size sheet sets for two queen-size beds

• Blankets 

• Pillows 

• Food and beverages

• Dishware, pots, pans etc. 

• Lawn chairs (cabin furniture not allowed outside cabin) 

• Firewood 

You may also want to bring bug spray, flashlights, games and more! 

Cabin Policies: 

CHECK IN:  4:00 PM on the day of arrival - no earlier

CHECK OUT:  10:00 AM on the day of departure -  no later

2-night minimum stay is required!

Reservations must be made AT LEAST 3 DAYS IN ADVANCE

DAMAGE / CLEANING DEPOSIT - $200 Refundable - in addition to the rental fee

• To secure your booking, please send or deliver a check of $200.00 for the Cleaning/Damage deposit to the Calhoun County Conservation office no later than 1 week prior to stay. This check will be held until after your stay has ended and will only be cashed if there are any cleaning mishaps or damages during your visit. Otherwise, it will be shredded. If the CCCB decides to keep your deposit, we will notify you promptly.

• Mail or drop off to:  Calhoun County Conservation, 1228 High Street, Rockwell City, IA 50579 

• IF DEPOSIT IS NOT PAID LEAST 1 WEEK PRIOR TO RESERVATION, YOU WILL FORFEIT YOUR RESERVATION AND RECEIVE NO REFUND. 

PETS & SMOKING ARE NOT ALLOWED INSIDE THE CABINS

• Pet Policy: As a friendly reminder, all cabins offered by the Calhoun County Conservation Board are animal free cabins. If an animal is seen entering and exiting the cabins, the reserving party will be asked to leave regardless of whether the animal is theirs or a visitor. If a reserving party is asked to leave, a refund will not be issued. With any questions regarding this policy, call the Calhoun County Conservation Board (712-297-7131)! 

• Smoking Policy: NO SMOKING - Calhoun County is a smoke-free environment. Smoking is prohibited in all buildings. 

Cabin rental must be in the name of a person 21 years of age or older who will be present at the facility for the full term of the reservation.

There are NO DISCOUNTS for youth groups, seniors or multiple reservations.

Fees

FULL PAYMENT IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF RESERVATION. 

Peak Season – April - Second week in November

• Weekdays (Sun-Thurs)  $30/night plus $200 deposit

• Weekends (Fri-Sat)        $30/night plus $200 deposit

Minimum of two nights required

Off-Season – Second week in November - March

• Closed

*NEW* Effective January 1, 2023  County Hotel/Motel TAX will increase from 0% to 7%. There is now a fee of a 5% statewide Hotel/Motel Consumer's Use Tax imposed on the rental of recreational cabins, plus a 7% Calhoun County hotel/motel tax for a total of 12% tax. This will be pulled from the $30 a night charge for the cabin.

*NEW* DEPOSIT REQUIRED: To secure your booking, please send or deliver a check of $200.00 for the Cleaning/Damage deposit to the Calhoun County Conservation office no later than 1 week prior to stay. This check will be held until after your stay has ended and will only be cashed if there are any cleaning mishaps or damages during your visit. Otherwise, it will be shredded. If the CCCB decides to keep your deposit, we will notify you promptly.  IF DEPOSIT IS NOT PAID LEAST 1 WEEK PRIOR TO RESERVATION, YOU WILL FORFEIT YOUR RESERVATION AND RECEIVE NO REFUND.

Deposits for this facility should be mailed to:

Calhoun County Conservation

1228 High Street

Rockwell City, IA 50579

Hours of Operation & Seasons

• Park hours are 7:00 am to 11:00 pm.

• Cabins are open during the park season

• Check-in time:   4:00 PM - no earlier

• Check-out time:  10:00 AM - no later

• Renters must have the facility and area cleaned and exited by scheduled check-out time.
  
  

Permits

• 2-night minimum required

• Must be 21 years old to rent the cabin

• Smoking is prohibited

• Keg beer is prohibited

• Pets are prohibited inside the cabin

• Cabin furniture must remain inside the cabin.

• Clean-up of facility and area must be completed no later than scheduled check-out time.

• We have a No Refund policy; however, please call 712-297-7131 and explain the situation.

• Please contact the office for additional information - 712-297-7131