Twisting Ivy
We are so happy to be hosting you for your upcoming vacation! We are a family-owned company and believe that family comes first. We love to vacation, and assume you do too! We hope you take time to enjoy the area and make lasting memories. We are active on social media so please tag @stayconmigo on Instagram so we can be part of your vacation too! Every detail was curated to ensure a high-quality stay for our family and for you. We do our best to provide you with the ultimate vacation based on our own experience, as well as guest reviews and recommendations. Feel free to reach out at any time during your stay.
Frequently Asked Questions
House Rules
If any issues are encountered during your stay, please reach out to us as soon as possible! Timely communication is KEY in getting issues resolved. The guest services team will work to troubleshoot with you first before calling out a handyperson. If the handyperson is unable to find an issue or it was user error, the guest will be subject to paying their fee. If there is an issue identified with the property, the owner will pay their fee.
1. Smoking/Vaping: No smoking or vaping is allowed on the premises. A $200 per day fee will be assessed for each day of the reservation if it is found that guests have been smoking or vaping on the premises.
2. Pet Policy: Pet-friendly properties will be marked “Pet Friendly” on the listing, in the description in multiple locations, and/or in the images on the listing.
- If the property IS pet friendly, we allow pets at the property at the cost of $10 per pet, per day. Emotional Support animals fall under this requirement as they do not have the same rights as Service Animals under the ADA.
- If the property IS NOT pet friendly, no animals are permitted at the property.
- Service Animals are permitted at ALL PROPERTIES at no extra cost, as they are protected under the ADA.
Guests are required to pick up after their animal and will be charged $10 per exterior location if not cleaned up by the guest. If animals defecate or urinate on the floors, the guest will be responsible for payment of professional carpet cleaning services. If animals cause damage to the property, the guest will be responsible to pay for any repairs or replacement. For unauthorized pets, a $250 fee will be assessed.
3. Communication: Our guest services team is ready and able to help with issues that may arise. 24/7 monitoring is available on the booking platform of your reservation. If further assistance is needed, guests are welcome to text or call us outside of the platform. When reaching out please have the following information ready: The name on the reservation, the name of the property or address, the city where the property is located. The guest may be redirected to information already provided in the listing or the booking platform messages.
4. Early Check-In/Late Check-Out: Guest requests are subject to our cleaning team's availability. As a standard, the fee is $15 per hour past or before the indicated departure or arrival time. If several extra hours are requested, guests may be required to book the day before or after their desired arrival or departure day. 24 hours advance notice is required. If not approved in advance, a $50 unauthorized late check-out fee will be assessed for each hour past the indicated check-out time.
5. Tours: For short stays (1-15 days) in-person tours are not available. For guests looking to stay for extended periods, reach out for information about in-person tours.
6. Cancellation: By booking, guests agree to the cancellation policy on the listing, detailed on the booking platform. Cancellation policies are firm. If the dates of the initial reservation are rebooked by another guest after a cancellation from the original guest, a refund will be issued to the original guest.
7. Occupancy Limits: The maximum number of guests is indicated on the listing. The property may be able to sleep more guests in beds and non-traditional locations (sofas, couches, and/or air mattresses). Reach out with additional questions regarding occupancy, as it varies per property and county/city jurisdiction. Additional fees may be assessed for guests staying at the property above the number indicated on the reservation.
8. Reservation Changes: If a guest needs to change the dates of their reservation or the number of guests on the reservation, please submit a “Reservation Alteration Request”. Guests may be subject to adjustments in price due to the alterations made. The host reserves the right to deny requests.
9. Consumables: Paper goods, soaps, sponges, and detergents found at the property upon arrival are all that are included in the reservation. If additional items are needed, the guest is responsible for purchasing items for use during their stay.
10. Lost and Found: Guest items left behind will be held for 14 days. If guests believe they left an item, reach out to our guest services team via the booking platform. Items can be shipped to past guests for a $20 fee, plus the cost of materials and shipping. Payment must be received prior to shipping. After 14 days left items will be considered abandoned.
11. Acceptance of State of Property: Please survey the property upon arrival and communicate any pre-existing damages to avoid being charged for damages from previous reservations. Guests have the first two hours after check-in to report any issues. After that grace period, the guest accepts the condition of the property and will be subject to damages found after check-out.
12. Receiving Packages: Reach out to guest services for questions regarding receiving packages at the property, as it varies per property. The host is not responsible for items that are shipped to the property. For reservations longer than 15 days, the host may require a guest to sign a lease agreement outside of the booking platform or ask the guest to have packages delivered to another location or post office.
13. Pests: Professional pest control is required at all properties and is something taken very seriously by the hose. If an unexpected bite or rash is reported, guests must seek medical attention to confirm the cause. If a medical professional confirms that the unexpected medical condition is due to pests, the host will contract a third-party pest control company to verify the presence of bugs in the property. Based on their report, appropriate action will be taken to control the pest, mitigate the damage, and make amends with the guest.
14. Locked Out: If a guest locks themselves out of a door with a key, guest services can instruct the guest on accessing the lockbox. If it is a door without a key, guests will be required to call a locksmith at their own cost. If someone from the host’s team is dispatched, a $60 fee will be assessed.
15. Moving Furniture: Moving of furniture is not allowed. A $500 fee will be assessed if the cleaners have to move furniture to reset the property for the next guest.
16. Name on Reservation: Guests are not permitted to book on behalf of someone else. Exceptions cannot be made unless explicitly approved by the host, in writing, through the booking platform.
17. Extended Stay Cleaning Fee: For guests staying longer than 15 days, an additional fee will be assessed of 50% of the advertised cleaning fee. Extended Stay Cleaning Fee must be paid 24 hours prior to check-in or the reservation will be subject to cancellation.
18. Missing/Broken Items: Any items missing or broken must be reported to the host. Please leave broken items on the kitchen counter when you leave. Additional charges may apply.
19. Garbage: No garbage or debris left outside unattended. All garbage must be stowed in the bear-proof receptacle, located on the property. Extra charges may be assessed if not observed.
20. Doors and Windows: Please lock and close all windows and doors upon leaving to avoid wildlife/bug/critter encounters.
21. Parking: Specific information on parking limits can be found on the listing. Street parking is not permitted. Please note the orange poles and only park between them in the fall and winter, as those are areas that will be plowed for use.
22. Cameras: Outdoor security cameras may be in use and are disclosed on the listing. No cameras are located in or pointing to indoor spaces.
23. Thermostats: Please do not adjust the thermostat temperature below 65 to avoid water line freezing.
24. Wildlife: Wildlife visitors frequent the area, including bears and moose. Please be cautious and store food/garbage in bear-proof containers and do not approach wildlife. No food/drink to be left outside unattended.
25. Weapons: No firing of weapons of any kind allowed on property.
26. Tents: No tents are allowed, per subdivision rules.
27. Fires: No large bonfires and only firewood is permitted to be burned in the fire pit during non-fire-ban seasons. No pallets, plywood, garbage, or other debris are to be burned in the fire pit. All fires must be fully extinguished with water after use.
28. Boat Ramp: Use of the community boat ramp requires the magnetic parking pass be visible on the tongue of your trailer and must be returned to the cabin after use. Failure to do so will result in charges for replacement.
29. Please be patient as we work to improve the property! Our properties might require light maintenance and service during your stay, depending on vendor schedules. In the event that work needs to be done on the property during your stay, we will let you know in advance that a maintenance team member may stop by the property. If no one answers the door, they will have access to the property to service it during normal business hours.
Address & Directions
We recommend screenshotting the pictures below as service can be spotty in Island Park. You’ll find a map and an exterior photo of the property.
3796 Lodgepole Ln, Island Park, ID 83429
GPS NAVIGATION WORKS UNTIL THE LAST QUARTER MILE. Below are written instructions for your convenience:
- Traveling North on Hwy 20 through Island Park, turn left at the Elk Creek Gas Station onto Yale-Kilgore Rd.
- Head directly west for a ways and cross the McCrae Bridge.
- After the bridge, take the third left (South) onto Rancho McCrea Rd.
- Follow the paved road all the way to the end where you'll see a flashing red light and the entrance to the Rancho McCrea Subdivision. (STOP FOLLOWING GPS)
- Continue straight and follow the road as it curves to the right.
- Pass under the Rancho McCrea sign and it is the first cabin on your left.
- Look for the tan siding and the numbers near the door, 3796.
Parking
Vehicles
- Up to 4 vehicles can comfortably park in the driveway at the front of the cabin.
- Please only park on the property. No street parking is available. Note the orange and white pole markers. During the winter only the sections plowed are available for parking.
Trailers
- This property can accommodate different sizes of trailers based on the season due to heavy snowfall:
- In the summer, trailers up to 14' in length can fit at the front of the cabin.
- In the winter, NO trailers are permitted.
If additional parking for vehicles or trailers is needed, it can be found at the Stamp Meadows parking lot. It is a pullout that is maintained for year-round access. Parking there is free of charge.
Here is a map pin of its location - https://maps.app.goo.gl/1TNEJ6AGCMy7e3MPA?g_st=ic
Check-In Time
4:00pm MST, unless otherwise agreed upon. Early Check-Ins are available on a case by case basis with varied fees based on the requested time.
Gaining Access
Your code will be sent 24 hours prior to check-in via message. Below are directions for operating the smart lock:
- Unlocking Upon Arrival – The code is to be entered into the smart dead bolt. It is a black circle, that looks like a regular deadbolt but is in fact a touch screen key pad. Enter the code given and then press the unlock symbol. You may need to "wake it up" a bit first. If you get stuck here is an example tutorial video. Note: The code used in the video is not your code.
- Locking Upon Departure – First, make sure the door is fully closed. During the winter, you may have to pull it closed with more force. Then tap the padlock button. Check that the lock is fully engaged by trying to open the door.
Heating & Cooling
The main heat source for the cabin is the fireplace in the main area. That can be controlled via the thermostat on the wall. Additionally, cadet heaters can be found on the wall in several areas in the home. Turn the knob to activate.
In the summer months, you will find an air conditioning unit installed upstairs at the property. This can be controlled directly on the unit. It does get cool at night so opening some windows always helps keep the temperature down in the summer when the units aren't running.
WiFi
Network Name: Kabino
Password: 8779897325
Groceries in Island Park
There aren't any large chain grocery stores in Island Park, but here are our recommendations and what they offer:
- Sam Patch Co. Grocery (Formerly Robin’s Roost) has recently finished construction on a new facility and is a full-fledged grocery store!
- Elk Creek Gas Station has essentials like milk, eggs, bread, and a bunch of other random items. We often pick up our firewood here on our way into the cabin.
Larger grocery stores can be found in Ashton, St. Anthony, and Rexburg (south) and West Yellowstone (north):
- In Ashton there is Dave’s Jubilee.
- In St. Anthony there is Broulim’s.
- In Rexburg there is Walmart, Broulim's, & Albertsons.
- In West Yellowstone there is Food RoundUp Supermarket.
Check-Out Time
10:00am MST, unless otherwise agreed upon. Late Check-Outs are available on a case by case basis with varied fees based on the requested time.
Check-Out Instructions
- Gather all of the towels and put them in the washer. If you have time to wash AND dry a load of towels, that always helps our cleaners but is not required.
- It is also helpful if you wash your dishes, but again not required!
- If there is a BBQ grill and you used it, thoroughly clean the grates and remove all traces of food to prevent wildlife interactions.
- Don't worry about stripping the beds, but please leave ALL used beds UNMADE.
- Set thermostats and space heaters to 65 in the winter. Turn off in the summer.
- Bag and take out all trash to the dumpsters on the property. Any excess garbage that does not fit MUST be taken to the Island Park Landfill by the guests to prevent wildlife interactions. Failure to do so may result in additional charges.
- All fires must be fully extinguished with water whenever no one is tending the fire. All food items used for cooking must be cleaned and properly stored to prevent wildlife from investigating.
- Put back any furniture that was rearranged.
- If any items were damaged during your stay, please do not throw them away. Leave them on the kitchen counter.
- Turn off all lights & ceiling fans.
- Close all windows and doors, then lock up.
Area Recommendations
We recommend screenshotting these pictures for navigation, as service can be spotty in Island Park. You’ll find a map and an exterior photo of the property.
House Manual
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Blinds & Curtains
Please be careful with the blinds and/or curtains. If you are leaving the house for a length of time, it may be best to shut the blinds/curtains to keep the house cool.
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Boat Pass
In summer months, you will have access to the community boat ramp! In order to park there, you will need to have the Boat Pass on the tongue of the trailer.
The pass is a magnet and can be found on the fridge. PLEASE RETURN THE MAGNET TO THE FRIDGE AFTER USE. If the boat pass is lost, additional fees may be assessed.
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Exterior Windows & Doors
To prevent any unwanted issues, please lock all doors and windows when leaving the property. If you go out for the day and will not be returning until dark, you may wish to turn your porch light on for ease of entry upon return.
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Firepits
Firewood is NOT supplied for guests, but is available for purchase at most gas stations, convenience stores, or grocery stores in the area.
Please check for any current fire bans or restrictions that are in place on the Idaho Department of Lands website.
In accordance with the Open Burning Ordinance set by Fremont County:
- All fires must be attended at all times.
- No large bonfires are permitted.
- Only firewood is permitted in fires. No pallets, plywood, garbage, or other debris are to be burned.
- All fires must be FULLY extinguished with water after use.
- If food is cooked over the fire, be sure to dispose of any remnants in a bear-proof garbage can to prevent unwanted contact with wildlife.
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Game Night
Help yourself to our game collection! Just make sure all pieces end up back in their box.
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Garbage & Recycling
Due to the abundance of wildlife in the area, Island Park has a few rules when it comes to garbage disposal:
- Bear-proof garbage cans can be found on the premise. Leave them in the same location so that they can be easily accessed by waste crews.
- Please bag all garbage, do NOT put loose garbage in the cans.
- All garbage MUST fit inside the bear-proof cans to avoid unwanted interactions with wildlife. If not adhered to, additional charges may be imposed. (The county will fine us for not observing their requirements and that fee will be charged to you.)
- If garbage does not fit in the cans on the property at the time of check-out, additional garbage must be taken to the Island Park Landfill.
If receptacles are full upon arrival, please notify us.
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Interior Doors
Most doors are fitted with safety locks. In the event that a child or anyone else becomes locked in a room by mistake, you will find a pipe key (skinny metal rod with a flat end) either above each individual door on the ledge or in the kitchen drawer. This pipe key allows you to unlock any door in the house. If your key is missing, please let us know.
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Nightlights & Sound Machines
In each sleeping area you will find a sound machine that also works as a nightlight. To turn on the light, touch the middle on the top of the device. You will find the controls and buttons for setting the sound machine labeled and easy to use.
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Outdoor Grill
The grill is available for guest use free of charge. Guests are responsible for cleaning and maintaining the grill after use, as well as cleaning and putting back all tools used. If the cleaners find that the grill or tools were not cleaned prior to departure, an additional cleaning fee may be charged to the guest.
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Television
Each of the TVs in the cabin have a remote for turning the TV on and off, as well as controlling the volume. Additionally, there is a second remote for the living room & bedroom TVs for a Roku device.
Roku is a software that allows you to enjoy free content, live TV, and music from The Roku Channel, CBS News, iHeartRadio, and more, or securely use your personal login on a variety of streaming apps.
After turning on the TV, Roku will ask you to input your check-out date. You'll then be free to use any of the available apps with your personal logins. On your inputted check-out date, the TV will reset and sign you out of any streaming platforms you may have used.
The sunroom TV is a regular smart TV and if you sign in on a streaming service, make sure to sign out before you checkout!
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Tipping
Most services in the US should be tipped. Restaurants may automatically add on gratuity to your bill, so always double check before tipping. Wages are lower for these industries and personnel rely heavily on tips to make ends meet.
Here is a general guide for tipping:
- Waiter/Waitress - 15% - 20% of the total bill.
- Taxi Service - 10% of the total faire.
- Valet Service - 10% of the total cost.
- Cleaning Service - Any amount is welcome and appreciated.
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