Summary:

Bring the whole crew to Bear Lake. This 5-bedroom cabin in the Sweetwater neighborhood sleeps up to 22, with complimentary access to Ideal Beach Resort (a 5-minute drive) (private beach, pools, hot tubs, fitness, courts). Built for family reunions, ski trips, and any gathering that needs real room to spread out. Wraparound sectional, gas fireplace, big kitchen, two living rooms, and a fire pit outside at sunset.



The Space:

Your Bear Lake basecamp for family reunions, ski trips, and any crew that needs space to breathe.



SUMMER

• 5-min drive to Bear Lake

• Complimentary access to Ideal Beach Resort: private beach, heated pools, hot tubs, fitness, courts

• Kayak, paddleboard, jet ski rentals at the Marina (10 min)

• ATV/UTV trails from the neighborhood

• Outdoor fire pit and large deck for sunset evenings



WINTER

• Beaver Mountain Ski Resort, 25 min

• Snowmobiling at The Sinks, 20 min

• Gas fireplace for après-ski



INSIDE (3,014 sq ft)

• 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, sleeps 22

• 1 King, 3 Queens, 2 bunk rooms, 2 sofa beds

• Wraparound sectional + foosball downstairs

• Fully equipped kitchen, island, bar seating

• 3 smart TVs with Netflix + Prime

• Gas fireplace, central heat/AC, high-speed Wi-Fi

• In-unit washer/dryer



OUTDOOR

• Fire pit with adirondack seating

• Covered deck with unobstructed views

• BBQ grill, multi-vehicle parking

• Ideal Beach Resort access included



Guest Access:

Guests have full private access to the entire home, both levels, deck, and fire pit area.



You'll also enjoy complimentary access to Ideal Beach Resort, one of Bear Lake's best private resorts, which includes:

• Private beach access on Bear Lake

• Outdoor and indoor swimming pools

• Hot tubs

• Fitness center

• Tennis and basketball courts

• Seasonal activities and pavilions



Access is by wristband or card, included with your stay. There is a $150 replacement fee if the access card is not returned at check-out.



Self check-in via door code. Your code arrives the morning of check-in.



Parking: multiple vehicles on site, details under 'Other things to note.'



The Neighborhood:

Garden City sits on the Utah side of Bear Lake at 5,900 ft, known as 'the Caribbean of the Rockies' for the lake's striking turquoise water. Summer is peak: Memorial Day through Labor Day, every weekend books out across the market. Winter brings world-class skiing at Beaver Mountain, snowmobiling, and quiet snowy retreats.



Nearby:

• Bear Lake shoreline: 5-min drive

• Bear Lake Marina (boating, paddleboards, jet skis): 10-min drive

• Garden City restaurants and shops: 5-min drive

• Famous Bear Lake raspberry shakes at LaBeau's: 5-min drive

• ATV and UTV trail systems: accessible from the neighborhood

• Beaver Mountain Ski Resort: 25-min drive

• The Sinks snowmobiling area: 20-min drive

• Logan Canyon scenic drive: 40-min drive



Please note: this is an HOA community with a 10 PM quiet hours rule. Please respect neighbors.



Getting Around:

A car is required. The cabin is rural and most trips need driving.



Drive times from major cities:

• Salt Lake City Airport: 2 hr 30 min

• Ogden: 1 hr 45 min

• Logan: 50 min

• Boise, ID: 4 hr

• Jackson, WY: 3 hr



Parking at the home: room for multiple vehicles on the driveway and per HOA rules. Do not block neighbors or park on grass.



Other Things to Note:

• Beach Towels are not provided so guests must bring their own.

• Road construction through end of May 2026: HOA is paving the road. Road stays open with brief closures up to 10 minutes. New culvert installed — safe to drive, take it slow.

• No pets.

• No camper trailers. Violators forfeit full damage deposit.

• Strict 10 PM quiet hours per HOA. Please respect neighbors.

• Ideal Beach Resort access included. $150 replacement fee if access card is not returned at check-out.

• Ideal for large groups, family reunions, and multi-family getaways.

• Winter visitors: prepare for mountain driving (snow tires/chains Dec-March).

• Area known for boating, hiking, ATV, skiing, snowmobiling.

• Important: This home is NOT lakefront. The cabin sits in the Sweetwater neighborhood, ~1.9 miles (5 min) from Bear Lake. Lake access via complimentary Ideal Beach Resort private beach (included with your stay).



Interaction with Guests:

We want your stay to be as relaxing and enjoyable as possible. Guests have self check-in, so you can arrive on your own schedule.



Response time: under 2 hours, usually much faster.

During your stay: message through the booking app for anything you need. For anything urgent, call the number in your welcome email.