The Merc A-Historic Yet Modern Quiet Cozy Home

Everything you need in this newly remodeled one bedroom/one bath home, located in the quiet downtown of Iona. It's a private oasis for both business & travel. Our home is across the street from the city park that features; a walking path, tennis/pickle ball/basketball courts, & children's playground. Its 6 miles north-east of Idaho Falls, and close to Highways 20, 26 and I-15. This unique space features a self-check-in key pad, high speed internet and a fully stocked kitchen and laundry on site. The space Our unique listing is *6 miles to the east of Idaho Falls (Just 3 miles from Costco) *3 miles north east of Ammon *7 miles from the Idaho National Lab (Idaho falls office) *4 miles away from CEI (College of Eastern Idaho) *25 miles to the south of BYUI * Just 76 Miles from Grand Teton resort (and world class snowboarding and skiing) *105 miles away from Yellowstone National Park (West Entrance) *89 miles from Grand Teton National Park Additionally you will find many places to hike, bike, kayak and fish just minutes from the apartment. Some of our favorites include, Swan Valley, Heise, Warm River, Mesa Falls, Ririe Reservoir and Island park. More information on the Apartment itself; Our Apartment/Suite is connected to one of the oldest structures in Iona. The original Iona Mercantile Building was built in 1897. It was the first of many Iona Mercantiles built in communities throughout the region and one of the first commercial buildings built in Iona, making it older than many of the buildings in Idaho falls. Settlers to the area came from miles around to the Merc to purchase everything from clothing to hardware, and saddles to pickles. The attached wing, where the apartment is, has been a butcher shop, a sandwich/ice cream shop, a pizza parlor, a hair salon and for several years it housed a medical software support company. In 2018 our son was looking for a place to live (after landing a new job). We suggested maybe remodeling the vacant office space into an apartment. A place he and his wife could live in until they could find a home. We thought it would take 6 months to remodel, but it ended up taking an entire year. (Of course) It was a labor of love. We enjoyed spending lots of time with our son and daughter-in-law while we worked on the space. We removed the office type ceiling tiles and restored the ceiling back up to the original 12 foot height. One of our favorite features in the apartment are the moldings around that beautiful high ceiling. It took several weeks to remove the ceramic tile from the floors and level them out, but the new Laminate wood floor is beautiful. The cabinets in the kitchen and bathroom were built locally and we think the black walnut really grounds the space and adds a lot of style to the apartment. The space is unique in the fact that it's a parallelogram. You will notice in the bedroom that the wall near the window is not square to the room. We decided not to square it up as we did in the Living room, but to just keep the extra room in the bedroom. Most older buildings have character to them and ours is no different. The desk and chair in the bedroom were purchased at a local antique store, they are original arts and craft style and we think the new dresser just adds to that arts and craft vibe. Our son lived in the apartment for a year before finding a house in Idaho falls. At that point we decided to list it on Airbnb. He was happy to have a new home, but sad to leave the apartment. He had put so much time, energy and love into the remodel. We truly love how it all came together, and we hope you will too. Feel free to hang out in the park like back yard, behind the apartment. We are hoping to make some improvements there eventually, (fire-pit, fencing, patio seating, etc) but for now enjoy the large lawn and shade from the large elm trees. Whether you are here for business or recreation, we hope you will have the opportunity to enjoy the beauties of Iona, Idaho Falls and beyond. We love it here and think you will too! We’ve included a guidebook at the apartment with information on local dining and recreation. Guest access You are able to access the entire apartment. Parking is free during your stay—park front of the unit either parallel to the building or directly facing it. Behind the unit is an awesome backyard we hope to add some features to eventually, it’s a work in progress, but feel free to use it if you would like. Other things to note Early Check-in or Late Checkout/Snacks/Internet *Early check-in or late checkout; We can often accommodate early check-ins and late checkouts depending on our turnaround time for cleaning and inspection. Half hour early check-ins or late checkouts are generally complimentary (just text us to check our availability) one hour early check in or late checkout will be charged $10 (with an additional fee of $5 per hour after the first hour) and must be approved prior to the additional time requested. A half day stay (of 6 hours or more) might be possible, but must be approved 24 hours prior to your stay and will be charged 1/2 the cost of your nightly rate. *Snacks As a convenience to our guests we provide you with a few food items such as; Coffee, tea and herbal tea, along with sugar and honey. You’ll also find a few condiments— like ketchup, mustard, mayo, etc. in the refrigerator. On the bottom shelf of the kitchen cabinets (above the dishwasher) you’ll find spices, oil, flour, and white rice. These items are for you to enjoy during your stay. Use what you need and leave the rest for the next guest. The snacks on the second shelf, above the microwave, and the cookies on the kitchen island are for you! We love our our awesome guests—so feel free take and enjoy what you would like there. You will also find a pitcher of filtered water in the refrigerator. Great for filling up your personal water bottle. *INTERNET Information about the fiber internet connection; SSID: SuiteA_WiFi PW: Walnut24! 300Mbps Upload & Download Speed *Mail or Package Delivery If you would like to receive mail/pkgs while staying at the apartment, address them to; Your name 3673 North Main Street Suite A Iona, Id. 83427 Then pick up mail/pkg at the white mailbox across the street. *Checking Out When leaving it would be helpful if you would; * Load all dishes in the dishwasher and start it. * Put all trash in the trash cans. If there’s a lot of trash—Put all trash bags in the large trash bin located outside on the south side of the building. * Place all used towels in the laundry hamper provided. *Strip the sheets off the bed (down to the mattress cover) and place them on the floor/ bedroom carpet. * Leave the comforter, pillows and any unused blankets on the bed. *Make sure the TV remote is returned to the entertainment center, the AC remote on the night stand near the bed and the Ceiling fan remote in the holder on the wall in the kitchen. * Check to make sure you didn't leave anything :) * Make sure all windows are closed, lights are off and both doors are closed and locked as you leave. Thank you! Oh