A Guest Hus was founded in 1992 by Mary and Mer Thoen, who converted the 1900 home into a motel. Drue Fergison and Ralph Zerbe, then, purchased A Guest Hus Motel in 2015. Most recent owners Gena Fail and Aaron Baty took over the motel as a family endeavor in 2021.
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The office is in what was a screened porch off the original kitchen. It is open for check-in and check-out. It, also, has items to borrow during your stay such as books, puzzles, games, picnic items, and pretty much anything else you might need.
The original old-fashioned garage provides locked bike storage for guests.
Our most popular Rose Room (11 x 15), named after original owner Mary’s middle name and favorite flower, is a homey, rose-themed downstairs room with one queen bed, table, dresser, and private bath. In what was the house’s original living room, it boasts intricate glass etching on the front door. It also has its own porch, where you can relax in the wicker settee while gazing out over the front lawn and gardens. Perfect for couples, celebrations, and longer stays.
The American Room (16 x 16), is downstairs, in what was a newer addition to the house. A family room, it features two queen beds, a private bath, and can sleep four (five with tri-fold mattress). The headboards are handmade from old barn boards from the horse farm Mer used to own.
The Amish Room (16 x 15), is downstairs, in what was a newer addition to the house, and original owner Mer’s favorite. A family room, it features two double beds, private bath, and can sleep four (five with tri-fold mattress). The headboards are handmade from old barn boards from the horse farm Mer used to own.
The Lavender and Lace Room (11 x 15), the original second bedroom, is upstairs, and decorated in soothing purples and greens. It has one queen bed and private bath, and overlooks the front lawn and gardens.
The Paisley and Wicker Room (12 x 12, with 7 x 12 alcove), the original master bedroom, is upstairs, in vibrant colors with wicker accents. It possesses one double bed, one twin bed set off in a charming alcove, private bath, and can sleep three.
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