Bear Lake Haus near Ideal Beach

A six-bedroom Garden City retreat sleeping 25, with access to Ideal Beach (private beach, pools, hot tub, mini golf, courts) and, new for 2026, a community pool and pickleball court within 100 yards. A king master suite, a bunk room with four twin-over-full bunks, a lower family room with a big TV, a scenic deck and a huge RV pad for boats and ATVs. Minutes to restaurants, town trails and the lake.

THE SPACE

Six bedrooms for big groups, beach access to Bear Lake, and room to park the boat.

*️⃣MAIN FLOOR*️⃣
✔ Master suite: King bed and en-suite bathroom
✔ Bedroom 2: King bed
✔ Bedroom 3: Queen bed
✔ Kitchen with a large island and ample seating
✔ Laundry room and garage parking space

*️⃣LOWER FLOOR*️⃣
✔ Bedroom 4: Bunk room with four twin-over-full bunk beds
✔ Bedroom 5: King bed
✔ Bedroom 6: Twin-over-full bunk bed plus a full trundle
✔ Large family room with a comfortable sectional and a big TV

*️⃣OUTSIDE*️⃣
✔ Scenic deck with mountain views for outdoor dining
✔ Small patio with cozy seating and a firepit
✔ Huge RV pad for boats, ATVs and trailers

*️⃣COMMUNITY AMENITIES (NEW FOR 2026)*️⃣
✔ Community pool and pickleball court within 100 yards

*️⃣IDEAL BEACH ACCESS*️⃣
✔ Private beach access and parking
✔ 2 outdoor pools and a hot tub
✔ Pickleball/tennis and basketball courts
✔ Mini golf, plus a convenience store and ice cream shop
✔ Epic Rentals on the private beach (paddle boards, kayaks and more)

After booking, ask us for a discount code for $10 boat launches just down the road.

Winter at Bear Lake is a snowy playground. The Bear Lake Monster Winterfest is held each January, nearby mountains offer snowmobile trails, and Beaver Mountain is a short drive up Logan Canyon for skiing and snowboarding. The RV pad has room for your trailers.

ACCESS

The entire house is yours: three bedrooms on the main floor and three on the lower floor, the full kitchen, family room, scenic deck, backyard patio and plenty of parking, including the RV pad.

HOST INTERACTION

We don`t live on site, but we`re readily available by phone, email or Airbnb messaging throughout your stay.

NEIGHBORHOOD OVERVIEW

Garden City sits on the shore of Bear Lake, the `Caribbean of the Rockies,` known for turquoise water and a friendly, family-friendly feel.
✔ Bear Lake: boating, jet skiing, sandy beaches including Rendezvous Beach, and trophy Bonneville Cutthroat Trout fishing
✔ Minnetonka Cave: guided tours through nine rooms of limestone formations
✔ Winter snowmobiling trails and summer hiking
✔ Scenic drives: Oregon Trail-Bear Lake Scenic Byway and Logan Canyon National Scenic Byway
✔ Raspberry Days festival in early August
Distances: Garden City Main Street 3 mi, Bear Lake Marina and Mikes Market 4 mi, Rendezvous Beach 6 mi, Beaver Mountain 16 mi, North Shore Beach and State Park 20 mi.

TRANSIT & GETTING AROUND

✔ A car is the most convenient way to explore, and the RV pad fits boats, ATVs and trailers
✔ Many restaurants, shops and trails are within walking distance
✔ Bikes are a great way to see the lake
✔ Salt Lake City International (SLC) is about 2 hours away, and Logan-Cache Airport (LGU) about 1.5 hours
✔ Public transportation is limited

‼️SPECIAL NOTES‼️

We are committed to protecting our property and the safety of our future guests, our neighbors, and the property owners. As such, we require all guests to complete a guest verification form prior to being able to access the home. This guest verification form includes uploading a government ID, taking a selfie, and signing a short-term rental agreement.

- Bedrooms are split between the main floor and the lower floor.
- The community pools are shared with other residents of the community.
- Ample parking is available, including a garage space and a large RV pad for boats, ATVs, and trailers.
- Pets are not permitted.
- Quiet hours start at 10:00 PM. Smoking, parties, and events are not permitted.
House Rules
The Guest agrees to abide by the following house rules and understand that any violation of the following rule may result in extra fees and/or cancellation of the booking without refund. Violation of any of these rules may result in an admin fee of $50 added to any other lost item, damage, extra cleaning or incidental fees associated with the violation per violation incident.


Tobacco, Alcohol and Drug Usage
1. No Smoking, Vaping, or use of marijuana at any time anywhere on the property.
2. No illegal substances of any kind anywhere on the premises.
3. Smoking of any kind in or near the property will result in a minimum of $250 cleaning fee and eviction from the property without refund.


Being a Good Neighbor
1. No Parties, events, birthdays, bachelor, or bachelorette stays, get-togethers, hangouts, or the like.
2. Quiet time in our neighborhood begins at 10pm and ends at 8am.
3. Be respectful of neighbors.
4. Do not have more guests than stated on your reservation and no unapproved visitors. There is a $50 per night fee for every guest not listed on the reservation.
5. No loud music or disturbances. Especially after quiet hours which start at 10:00 PM
6. Do not use shared amenities outside of their posted allowed time frames.
7. Do not park in any assigned parking spaces that have not been assigned to the guest. Do not park anywhere parking is not allowed. The owner is not respondible for damage, or costs incurred due to improper parking.


Check-In and Check-Out
1. The check-in form with attached photo government ID an photo of responsible party must be filled out before arrival. The Guest will not be sent the door code at the designated check-in time unless this form is filled out properly. Incomplete check-in forms may result in cancellation of the reservation. Reservations cancelled less than 5 days before check-in due to an incomplete check-in form are not subject to refund.
2. Early check-ins can never be guaranteed prior to the day of check-in at 11:00 AM. Confirmation of early check-in will be sent in writing via SMS, Email or the booking channel’s messaging platform between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM on the check-in day. The cost for early check-in is $10 for every full hour early that both parties agree on.
3. Standard check-in is any time after 4:00 PM
4. Checkout is by 11:00 AM. Due to cleaning requirements, we cannot offer late check-outs. The owner reserve the right to charge $75 for every 30 minutes after 11 AM for unapproved late check-out.
7. Please follow check-in and check-out instructions as detailed in messages sent via the booking channel, text message and listed in the guidebook.
8. The unit is equipped for self-check-in and the Owner will not be present during the check-in process.


Pets
1. Pets are only allowed if the pet is listed on the reservation, and the accompanying pet fee is paid prior to the start of the reservation.
2. Pets must be on a leash or in a secure container in all public areas of the apartment complex except the dog park (if applicable.)
3. You must pick up after your pets and dispose of feces in an appropriate manner.
4. Uncontrolled barking or other pet noise can lead to noise complaints. If it becomes an ongoing issue, we reserve the right to terminate the reservation without refund.
5. Pet urine or feces found in the apartment will lead to a minimum of $100 extra cleaning fee per incident.
6. The Guest will be responsible for any repair of any damage to the property or replacement of any broken items caused by their pets, or service animals. The Guest should make The Owner aware of any incidents that will require repair or replacement in a timely manner to allow The Owner time to schedule repairs or order replacements. The Guest may be responsible for the daily rate of extra days that the unit cannot be rented out to other guests due to such damage.
7. The Guest is responsible for removing all fur from furniture and decorations. The Owner strongly recommends not allowing dogs to sit on couches, decorative pillows, or beds. The Owner will charge an extra cleaning fee of no less than $50 if pet fur does not come clean during standard cleaning operations.


Caring for the Property
1. Do not leave vomit, blood, or feces in the apartment. Any extra cost for cleaning any of these biohazard substances will be charged to the guest.
2. Do not flush anything other than human waste and toilet paper down the toilet.
3. Do not put oil, grease, bones or any other non-water-soluble items down the drains.
4. Do not wash dishes in the bathroom sink.
5. Run the kitchen sink disposal every time food waste goes down the drain.
6. Plumbing repair costs will be passed on to the guest.
7. If you open it, close it. If you borrow it, return it. If you turn it on, turn it off. If you break it, fix it. If you use it, take care of it. If you make a mess, clean it up. If you move it, put it back.
8. Any items removed from the property, broken, destroyed, or lost will be replaced at the guest’s cost. Some costs include:
$50 - TV Remote
$75 - Amenities fob
$10 - Batteries from apartment devices such as door locks, remotes, smoke detectors, security devices, etc.
9. Do not burn candles, incense, or any other open flames.
10. Always lock the door. We want you and your things to be safe.
11. Do not place diapers or other garbage in the hallway or breezeway. Follow all apartment complex rules for garbage disposal.