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Historic Mercantile Studio - Ground Floor w/Fireplace & Parking

Riverside apartment with kitchen and patio

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19th- century double doors with over door transoms
Dining
Crystal chadeliers add amazing shimmer of light for a one of a kind experience
Relax and unwind next to the fireplace in the comfy recliner
relax next to the fireplace on the recliner and a cup of coffee

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 274.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Jim Thorpe Memorial
  • Place, Jim Thorpe Lehigh River Access
  • Place, Mauch Chunk Opera House
  • Airport, Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Historic Mercantile Studio - Ground Floor w/Fireplace & Parking


This rental is located within a renovated 19th-century Mercantile building in Jim Thorpe. The interior space has been updated to provide modern amenities. It features a color-changing built-in fireplace with shiplap walls, while preserving the historic structural elements of the original architecture.

Immerse yourself in surround sound throughout the space with Sonos speakers. Download the app and select a favorite playlist. A 43 inch Ultra HD Smart Roku TV streaming Netflix and other features for relaxing fireside in the leather recliner. This space offers a washer and dryer as well as a deck and BBQ.

The Glen Onoko Getaway is on the quiet East Side of Jim Thorpe, only about one mile from the scenic train station and historic downtown. This unit is located on the ground floor with easy access to off - street parking.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Not suitable for children/infants
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Events

No events allowed
No disruptive events or disturbing neighbors
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You may smoke outdoors
Quiet hours are from 10 pm until 8 am
Lock main door to the building on exiting. Leave key in apartment door upon checking out
This building is a duplex, you may hear neighbors moving around. Shared space in laundry room, outdoor space, parking lot

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No disruptive events or disturbing neighbors
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Jim Thorpe

Located in Jim Thorpe, this apartment is in the city centre and on a river. Jim Thorpe Memorial and Asa Packer Mansion Museum are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Carbon Plaza Mall and Walnutport Plaza. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Ginder Stadium, or consider a night out at Penn's Peak. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Jim Thorpe, PA

What's nearby

  • Jim Thorpe Memorial - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Asa Packer Mansion Museum - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Jim Thorpe Lehigh River Access - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Mauch Chunk Opera House - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Penn's Peak - 13 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Allentown, PA (ABE-Lehigh Valley Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lorenzo Pizza Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Molly Maguire's Irish Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Broadway Grille & Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Muggles Mug - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mason’s Cold Beer - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Mercantile Studio - Ground Floor w/Fireplace & Parking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Mercantile Studio - Ground Floor w/Fireplace & Parking?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Historic Mercantile Studio - Ground Floor w/Fireplace & Parking?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Mercantile Studio - Ground Floor w/Fireplace & Parking?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Mercantile Studio - Ground Floor w/Fireplace & Parking located?

Located in the heart of Jim Thorpe, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Lehigh River and Lehigh Gorge State Park. Jim Thorpe Memorial and Asa Packer Mansion Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 112 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Edgar H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean , safe , private parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

We enjoyed our stay. Dee provided everything needed to feel comfortable. Great communication from start to finish.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Addy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful,detailed getaway!!!Highly recommend. Sorry we had to leave!!Until next time!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful accommodations

Everything was wonderful for our weekend getaway.Dee was exceptional in checking in on us tomake sure that every aspect of our stay was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful visit to JT

Dee was a wonderful host and the location was very convenient to all Jim Thorpe area has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Experience

Great property and experience. The host is super helpful and the property had everything we needed. Off-street parking was a plus as was having two (2) bathrooms. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fenimore B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect, All that we needed and some !!

Everything was great! Clean, Cozy and Comfortable. I definitely recommend this and would stay again for longer. Very close to town and parks. Thanks Dee
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Honeymoon

Vintage Revival Retreat indeed! This property was absolutely perfect. The architecture and furnishings were beautiful. Every need was anticipated, such thoughtful details. We highly recommend this retreat and will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris V.

Super clean & super charming

The pics don’t do it justice. This room is even more charming in person. The owners are wonderful - very welcoming and they’ve thought of ng to provide a comfortable stay. Immaculately clean. Great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marianne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This rental was perfect for a couple. Amenities were very nice with upscale linens and supplies. Our host thought of everything including wonderful dinner recommendations and things to do. Easy parking and nice breakfast spots close by. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

J. M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From start to finish Dee was amazing!! What a beautiful place!! She made our anniversary weekend so memorable. I would definitely recommend to anyone to stay here. We could not have asked for anything more. Thanks again Dee!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dee is an amazing host. Provided lots of info and left us treats! I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anni P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay, great location

We needed a place to call home base while exploring Jim Thorpe and the Lehigh River Gorge. We also needed someplace quiet to work, just in case. This was a great choice for both. Walkable into town, or just a super short ride. Comfortable and all the needs for two people. Close to the rail trail, could walk the short-ish walk into Jim Thorpe town, either via the street or the rail trail. Close to hiking (we did bald mountain) and biking paths. We explored wineries and breweries and the many delish recommendation from our host. Dee and Mark were wonderful hosts. Can’t wait to return and explore more.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

AM A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jim Thorpe First Timers

We had a wonderful weekend in Jim Thorpe and loved our accommodations!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT WEEKEND

Very nice unit with old charm. Well kept and inviting. We had a very relaxing stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, quiet, accessible host, historical building…beautifully updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Multiple reasons why someone should choose here to stay. -Jim Thorpe is a very popular place which means day visitors come from everywhere and there isnt any parking anywhere. The location of this stay was perfect. It was close enough to walk to the main street of Jim thorpe, which means you dont have to worry about parking and you get to see the amazing view along the walk. -You cant beat the price. Places at Jim thorpe actually cost even more then this place. -Dee keeps this place in top shape. Its clean, comfortable and aesthetically pleasing to the eye. She left litte treats around and hand written notes. I felt so welcomed. -I felt safe most importantly, it was surrounded by a neighborhood of ederly and families. I dont think anyone would regret this choice of stay! Thanks! lolocation of this
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Theresa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place to stay. Very clean, neat and had everything you could possibly need. Great location close to town within walking distance. Lovely stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything we could possibly need/want was provided! Really cute and comfortable place. Bed is a little too high - was hard getting in/out of it. Disappointing there's no window to open except for the bathroom, but not a deal breaker.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tawny

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful retreat and close to downtown. Our host Dee went above and beyond to think of every need we could have. I highly recommend! Definitely 5 stars
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gabriel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at this cozy retreat. It was comfortable and clean. And you can tell Dee put a lot of thought into making sure the place has everything you need. Thanks for that. I’m already looking forward to booking this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jim Thorpe

Property was nice on the quiet side of town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect homebase for biking Lehigh Gorge RailTrail

We had made reservations to take the shuttle from town and bike on two days. Turns out we were an easy ride to town and back. On the ride home, we picked up a steak and fresh asparagus, a bottle of wine and enjoyed a lovely outdoor patio dinner, made on the nice new grill. All the details in this property are beyond all the VRBOs we’ve visited, down to the nightlight and the comfy bed. Dee even left out snacks for us to nibble. Thanks Dee. You’re a wonderful host!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect accommodations a short (hilly) walk from town!

Dee thought of everything! The location was a short walk from Jim Thorpe, get those calves burning! Not too much to do in the immediate area of interest for us, but the accommodations were top-notch. Gorgeous inside with anything you may need at your fingertips. The host really thought of everything for you to enjoy your stay and went above and beyond when small inconveniences came our way. Communication was stellar when responding with questions or concerns. Excellent instructions and signage from beginning to end before, during, and after our stay. I love clear instructions! No guess work, just enjoy yourselves. We plan to go back in the fall!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

This lovely apartment was true to traditional appointments while having all the mod cons! Spotlessly clean and comfortable. In town for a family occasion and couldn't have picked a better place. Host also very attentive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Dee Ford

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At our VRBO location, we have a personal connection to this town and its wonderful attributes. We share appreciation for the quiet atmoshere, stunning scenery, and the refreshing clean air that fills the area. It is a place that holds a special place in our hearts. For me, spending time in nature and taking walks in the woods is not just a pastime but a source of energy and relaxation. The natural beauty that surrounds this town is truly cativating, and we want our guests to experience the same sense of tranquility and rejuvenation. In a delightful twist of fate, I had the pleasure of meeting my husband, Mark, in this very town. During that time, Mark and his family owned and operated the Hotel Switzerland, which has now transformed into the renowned Molly Maquires Pub and Steakhouse. This connection adds an extra layer of significance to our VRBO location. We are delighted to share our love for this town with our guests and hope that you, too, will find solace in the quietude, breathtaking scenery, and the fresh air that this place has to offer. It is our sincere desire to provide you with a memorable and peaceful stay that reflects the essence of this remarkable town.

Why they chose this property

We chose this neighborhood for our VRBO location due to a personal and professional connection. My career in retail led me to discover the charm and potential of this mercantile building, which boasts a delightful storefront that instantly caught my attention. Driven by a passion for vintage revival and a desire to create a space that prioritizes occupant comfort, energy efficiency, and overall space optimization, we embarked on a renovation project for this building. Our vision was to transform it into a remarkable retreat that seamlessly combines history with modern amenities. In 2021, our dream became a reality as the entire building underwent a complete renovation. Every detail was carefully considered and crafted to offer an enhanced experience for our guests. From the preservation of the building's character to the incorporation of energy-efficient features, we have worked tirelessly to create a space that exceeds expectations. Choosing this neighborhood was a natural choice for us, as we believe in the potential of this area and wanted to contribute to its revitalization. The result is a VRBO rental that not only offers a unique and captivating experience but also reflects our commitment to sustainable and thoughtful design. We invite you to be a part of this journey and experience the transformation firsthand at our VRBO location. Immerse yourself in the charm of the neighborhood, enjoy the comfort and efficiency of the renovated space, and create lasting memories in this vintage revival gem.

What makes this property unique

What makes our property, Glen Onoko Getaway, truly unique is its ability to serve as a private oasis for two, complete with convenient parking. Our VRBO rental embraces a seamless fusion of old-world charm and modern comforts, resulting in an inventive and captivating space. Situated within a mercantile building with a fascinating history, Glen Onoko Getaway began its journey as a confectionary and bakery business on September 8, 1901. The rich heritage of the building adds a touch of nostalgia and character to your stay, transporting you back in time while still providing all the modern amenities you desire. This blending of the old and the new creates an exceptional and charming ambiance, making your experience at Glen Onoko Getaway truly one-of-a-kind. It's a testament to our commitment to preserving the historical elements while offering a comfortable and inviting retreat for our guests. Whether you're exploring the stunning surroundings, relaxing in the elegantly designed interiors, or simply immersing yourself in the stories of the past, Glen Onoko Getaway offers an experience that combines history, comfort, and charm in an unparalleled way.

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