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Old 02-05-2009, 12:11 PM
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Question Moving to Tetonia ID

My husband and I would like to buy the North End Bar and Grill in Tetonia, ID. We now live in MI and need to start a new life because of the lack of opportunities in MI. Any thoughts or comments about Tetonia and The North End would be greatly appreciated.
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While I don't "live" there, I've been through there many times and continue to travel through there for visits to N. Idaho, The Tetons and Yellowstone. What interaction I've had with folks up there was that they were very friendly indeed. There was a great restaurant and bar in Victor which I've eaten at as well as the highly respected steak house by the airport in Driggs. That is a stunningly beautiful part of the world. Believe me, while Michigan is no slouch for beauty in some parts (been there done that) it is in NO way any comparison to where you are looking to move.

There seems to be a significant movement towards retirees and vacation homes being built in that general region. So business could be pretty decent for you. I suspect it would largely be made up of more so local people than folks just happening through the town. That is a pretty tight knit community as well so if you like that kind of life it will do well for you. Also they can have some winters where the snow can literally keep you house bound for a day or so. It's a different life up there, but one that can be highly rewarding. Just the air quality alone will be worth it. The vistas towards the Tetons will remind you of the creator of the universe real quick. It's just drop dead gorgeous up there. You're very fortunate..........
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Old 02-05-2009, 02:16 PM
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Hi Michele-

The woman that has been managing the restaurant has improved the business and the menu in the last few years that she has had it. It is also redecorated and the seating has been expanded. There is a bar across the street called Dave's Pub that used to be called Snoopy's. It has a loyal following from the locals. [MOD CUT]

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Old 02-06-2009, 12:34 PM
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Hi Michele,

I'm also moving to Tetonia within the next 12 months, so its appeal to me should be obvious. I can't wait to move to Teton Valley; I love the climate, the people, the views, all of it.

That being said, I think that whatever lack of opportunities you're leaving behind in Michigan, the North End Bar and Grill will be an extremely tough road to hoe. If you're retired and looking at it as a hobby business, then I could see it. If you're hoping to support more than two people on it, I suspect it will be very difficult.

If it were a business in Driggs or Victor, I think that would be different. People, especially tourists, actually stop and park and walk around in those two towns. With some of the expansion going on in Driggs and eventually at Grand Targhee, that's going to really be the epicenter of Teton Valley.

But... Tetonia is a bit of the red-headed stepchild of the valley. It's the furthest behind in terms of development and appearance. It's the furthest from Teton Pass/Jackson. No matter what improvements you make, the location and surrounding businesses are a clear disadvantage.

It's hard to tell from your post as to whether or not you've visited Tetonia before. I don't mean that critically, just, have you been there, and if so, how many times? What time of year?
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Old 02-06-2009, 03:32 PM
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Thank you everyone for your input it is greatly appreciated.
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Old 02-07-2009, 11:37 AM
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Yes we have been to Tetonia several times and like the small town feel. We know that alot of growth is surrounding Tetonia and we would like Tetonia to grow with it !!
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