Bishop Bramble Cabin

Rental Contract Agreement

Ringgold County Conservation Board

2205 210th St- Mount Ayr, IA 50854

Phone: (641) 464-2787

Email: Ringgoldccb@ringgoldcounty.us  

You are reserving a Primitive Cabin from Ringgold County Conservation Board (RCCB) at Liberty Lake. All County and State Laws are enforced. Contact the Conservation Office at the above location, by phone or email if you have questions concerning park rules, policies or special requests. Park Staff have the authority to refuse rental privileges and rescind any rental permits for cause.  

RINGGOLD COUNTY CONSERVATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ENTER CABINS IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, MAINTENANCE, NON-COMPLIANCE RENTAL ISSUES OR SECURITY REASONS.  

CABIN RESERVATION CONTRACT  

By your agreement with these terms and conditions, you represent that you are 18 years or older, (21 years of age if alcohol is present) you will be present during your stay and you are authorized to make the reservation on behalf of your camping party you have listed. You further agree to assume full responsibility for your group members acts, negligence or omissions while utilizing said facilities.   Additionally, you agree that you have read and understand the cancellation and refund policies concerning this reservation and have also read and understand the facility contract rules information.  

In case of an emergency, please call 911.  

CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS  

Should you decide to cancel your reservation, there are NO REFUNDS. However, if you contact the Ringgold County Conservation Office 10 days or more prior to your reservation, you will be allowed to change the dates of your reservation, no more than 1 time, within the same calendar year. Refunds will be given if for any reason RCCB is unable to provide you with a cabin with similar amenities, in operable condition for the dates of your reservation.    

CABIN CONTRACT RULES  

Check-in Time:                                   After 3:00 pm on the day of arrival

Check-out Time:                                 Before 11:00 am on the day of departure                                                            

NO early check-in or Check-out will be allowed  

Getting into the Cabin:             

Please select and remember your 4 digit keycode when reserving your cabin. We recommend using something familiar to you like an address or phone number.

1.     Enter your keycode on the digital keypad on the entrance door.

       a.     The deadbolt will automatically unlock when the correct code is entered.

       b.     The deadbolt can be manually locked from the inside of the cabin

2.     Be sure to lock the cabin when you leave.

       a.     Press the padlock symbol at the top of the digital keypad to lock the door.

       b.     Check to make sure the door is locked

       c.      You may be charged a damage fee if the cabin is left unlocked  

Pets:             Bishop Bramble Cabin Only:          $25 per night fee

1.     Bishop Bramble Cabin is pet friendly- persons with severe allergies should know that pets are allowed in this cabin.

2.     The pet fee must be paid for when making your reservation by checking the appropriate box, There are no refunds.

3.     Failure to pay the pet fee in advance will result in an increased fee of $40 per night, that will be collected by park staff after you have arrived. 4.     Pets must be kept on a leash not to exceed 6’ in length away from the cabin.

5.     Pets must be kenneled or tethered with a tether not to exceed 15’ near the cabin.

6.     Pet owners are responsible for all cleanup of pet waste in the park. Littering fines may apply.

7.     Do not leave pets unattended.

8.     Pet owners are liable for any damage (inside cabin or outside) cause by their pet. This includes damage to furniture, walls, appliances, doors, windows, plants, turf, animals and any other park property.    

Clean-up

  You are required to clean up the cabin and grounds around it. Returning everything to the same or better condition you arrived. A cleaning list is posted inside of each cabin. Plan to have your cabin cleaned and all parties departed, prior to check-out time of 11:00 am. Paper towels, trash bags, broom and dustpan and cleaning agents will be provided in each cabin to assist in clean-up duties.  

Personal Items

  RCCB is not responsible for the return of any belongings that may be left behind or lost in the cabin or the park.    

Visitors and Quiet Hours

All visitors must depart the park before 10:30 PM. Quiet hours are in effect from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Music, television, radio, conversations, generators, vehicles or any other noise must be kept to a minimum as to not disturb others. Please respect other park users.  

Theft

RCCB is not responsible for theft of personal items brought into the park. Please keep your personal items secured at all times.  

Smoking

Smoking is prohibited in all buildings  

Fireworks

  Fireworks are PROHIBITED on all county owned property.  

Speed Limit

Speed limit in the parks is 10 MPH unless otherwise posted.  

Directional Signs and Decorations

Temporary, free standing directional signs are allowed in the parks. No directional signs or decorations should be attached to park structures. All signs and decorations must be removed upon check-out. Cabins are not designed for day long events such as birthday parties, family reunions, weddings or graduation parties. Please reserve a shelter for these types of events.  

Refuse

  All refuse must be bagged and taken to the dumpsters provided. DO NOT use fire rings as trash receptacles and DO NOT BURN TRASH. Littering charges may apply for any improper disposal of trash.  

Alcohol

No keg beer is allowed in the parks.    

Tents and Campers

Sleeping tents and/ or campers are not allowed around the cabins. Screen tents for picnicking are allowed at no charge.  

Pests

RCCB takes precautions to prevent infestations by insects and other pests. RCCB is not responsible for damages, infestations or infections caused by insects or other pests that may be found in the parks. This may include ticks, chiggers, wasps, hornets, bees, bed bugs, spiders, mosquitoes, mice, termites, and others.  

Legal Action

Failure to cleanup the facility or surrounding area as outlined and failure to comply with park rules or state laws will result in verbal warnings, citations and possible removal from park grounds by park staff. Furthermore, Ringgold County Conservation Board may take legal action necessary to recover any and all damages to county property.    

Cancellation Policy

Should you decide to cancel your reservation, there are NO REFUNDS. However, if you contact the Ringgold County Conservation Office 10 days or more prior to your reservation, you will be allowed to change the dates of your reservation, no more than 1 time, within the same calendar year. Refunds will be given if for any reason RCCB is unable to provide you with a cabin with similar amenities, in operable condition for the dates of your reservation.

Refund Policy

Should you decide to cancel your reservation, there are NO REFUNDS. However, if you contact the Ringgold County Conservation Office 10 days or more prior to your reservation, you will be allowed to change the dates of your reservation, no more than 1 time, within the same calendar year. Refunds will be given if for any reason RCCB is unable to provide you with a cabin with similar amenities, in operable condition for the dates of your reservation.