Have you thought of a mini-split? You can learn more at http://www.mrslim.com/, but other companies like Fujitsu also make them. I think I heard they can be pretty effective/efficient so they're definitely worth checking out.

The GE Zoneline units are one of the most common brands found in motel rooms, and they are also often used in smaller apartments. They have models that use heat pumps for heating. You will want to look at the 5800 series, because these are the ones with a defrost cycle, and they can run resistance heat to maintain the room temperature during the defrost. Some of of the other heat pump models are really intended only for warmer climates, and they only run as heat pumps down to 40 degrees F or so, and below that they'll just switch over to resistance heat.

Here is a link that might be useful: GE Zoneline dealer

One other nice feature of the 5800 is use of backup heat. Every other PTHP I know of turns off the compressor if it isn't keeping up. The 5800 leaves it on since it is still very efficient and just adds backup.

Also GE maintains their own service fleet so if there is a problem you won't have to search for someone who will work on the unit.

Thanks for the options. The mini-splits and the GE 5800 look like they will do the job. Need to start to do some heat loss calculations to make sure we are picking the correct size unit. Then start to look at the pricing of the units and electrical service needs.

Harold

HVAC Calc is a good heat loss calculation program if you are looking for one. The homeowner version is $49.