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Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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TV, fireplace, table football, ping pong
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, table football, ping pong
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free Internet

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 202900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
Access to hot tub, laundry facilities and barbecues are available at this smoke-free holiday home. WiFi in public areas is free. The holiday home boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and a washer/dryer. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as 4 bathrooms and a dining area, and other amenities include a patio and a TV.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and washers/dryers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include Access to hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property manager

Vacasa of Utah

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free internet

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

42250

About the area

Map
Garden City, UT

What's nearby

  • Bear Lake Golf Course - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Pickleville Playhouse - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Ideal Beach - 7 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Garden City Park - 9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Bear Lake Marina - 13 min drive - 10.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Moose Buns - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Conestoga Ranch - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪LaBeau's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Crepes & Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zipz - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort located?

This family-friendly Garden City holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Bear Lake Golf Course, Pickleville Playhouse and Bear Lake. Bluewater Beach and Ideal Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karlene H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place for our family. Beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Peter G.

Fall Retreat

Stunning house/cabin with amazing lake views, spacious updated interior, and all the amenities you would need for a fun family getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica O.

Amazing stay like always!

We stay at the Big Blue every year and always have a wonderful time. Home is very spacious, well stocked and the views can’t be beat!

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home with an amazing view

This is a beautiful spacious home. Everything was just right for or family of 15.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Family Bear Lake Trip

Great and spacious cabin. Love that it had 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Plenty of for our 3 families. Was stocked well with everything, other than no paper towels and only 2 dishwasher pods so only able to run the dishwasher twice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Incredible views; incredible house!

This rental is very spacious for large families and friends getting together. The views are phenomenal - even on cloudy, rainy days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Stacey C.

Gorgeous view

The house was exactly what we needed for our multi-generational reunion. People slept well, didn't hear others moving around elsewhere in the house, and the couch in the basement is especially comfortable for watching movies. The lake was a quick drive away and the garage was stocked with beach stuff.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shauna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a nice property on the hill with an amazing view of the lake from the balcony/patio. The rooms were all large and the two king beds with adjoining bathrooms a plus. The beds were very comfortable. The kids toys were an added plus. There was easy access to unloading vehicles by parking behind the home. The pet friendliness made the stay much more relaxing. The outside furniture was in abundance to fit our family size allowing us to be outside most of our stay. Overall it was an enjoyable relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Tracy B.

Spectacular views

Views were lovely. There is a smell of propane from portable fireplace outside on deck. It did not have fuel and appears to have a leak.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!!!

This was the best short term rental we have stayed in!! We travel a lot and this house was clean, organized, and the most well stocked home we have experienced. They had everything we needed and fit 15 people easily. Check in: easy Check out: minimal work Parking: we had 6 large trucks View: the BEST Location: about 5-7 minutes from town in an upscale neighborhood on a hill overlooking the lake. The free beach resort was at the bottom of the hill.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

alyssa j.

Mostly good

Pros- view, cleanliness, size, open plan, newer, deck, pet friendly Cons- no ability for driveway to accommodate low rvs, bring your own paper towels unless you like 2 ply, smoke detector low battery going off, no lamps in rooms, only 1 nightsrand in master

10/10 Excellent

Edwin O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

3 day skiing vacation at Beaver Mountain

I rented Big Blue for a 3 day skiing holiday at Beaver Mountain. We had a great stay. The home is large enough for several families. The home was well appointed and had more than the required appliances and equipment needed to cook all our meals…. Which is needed as there’s very few dining options in this area in Winter. We would easily rent again. Vacasa managers were immediately available to answer questions and comments. The home is 30 minutes from Beaver Mountain ski area with a well maintained highway. Only issue, and it’s not in control of the homeowners or management, is that there has been so much record snowfall this season that access to the home can be challenging if one of the guests is handicapped or has mobility issues
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Alicia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and view, but needs some fixes.

The home was beautiful and the views from the deck couldn’t be beat. It was spacious and pretty clean. We did have a few issues though. The outdoor fire pit didn’t work, only three of the four burners on the grill worked, the coffee maker didn’t work and the key card to the beach access didn’t work for our entire trip. We received a response from the property manager, but nothing was ever done about any of the issues. Overall it was great, but when you spend as much as we did per night, you don’t expect these kind of problems. A side note, the sheets could use some help as there were several stains on lots of them.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Great Family House

We met here as an extended family to celebrate our mom’s birthday weekend. The house was so comfortable for all of us! Everyone had their own spaces in the ample bedrooms and bathrooms. Two living spaces were great for those who wanted to watch the games on the TVs or play their own games around the big kitchen table. Speaking of the kitchen it was so well stocked! Everything that we brought small appliance wise they already had! We brought our little furry friend along and they had a little care kit for her as well! The best thing though was the BEAUTIFUL view from the deck. We loved watching the sunrise over the lake and spending time out there grilling, talking by the fire table, and seeing wildlife. It was an absolute dream! We are already wanting to plan a trip back for next years birthday!!

10/10 Excellent

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Spacious house, perfect location

Beautiful lake views, 5 min drive to ideal beach resort with so many amenities for the kids, great location for riding atvs and exploring trails. The house has everything you need including ping pong tables, beach towels and chairs. Would definitely recommend, especially if traveling with kids/large families.

10/10 Excellent

Morris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

big blue-bear lake utah

Their was only 1 propane tank for the BBQ and the Island flame unit to share.. and it was nearly empty.. -- we took it to refill -- and the valve was faulty on the tank-- took a while to fill --but-- other than that no probs.. thanks
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Probably more amazing than advertised!

The property is really big with very comfortable space for many people! It is clean with comfortable beds pillows and linens. The views are wonderful and refreshing.. Access to Ideal Beach club included with rental ended up being a highlight! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

ROBERT G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for family to gather

Beautiful views from a beautiful house well suited for the whole family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Clean, spacious, and comfortable!

This house was clean, spacious, and comfortable! Our group thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The view from the back deck is amazing, too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Cathy and Brian's guest M.

Holly

Amazing stay in a beautiful house with great views. Well stocked and love the access to the beach resort!

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house and location for Bear Lake

The view on this house is beautiful. It is also a beautifully constructed house and it had all of our needs met. Not one complaint. There are deer at night. Home was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Tonya B.

The Big Blue

We had a great family vacation staying at this vacation home. Only thing to know is there is no yard, which was hard for the Littles and the rock driveways were steep and slippery with sandals. Home was nice and clean and had everything we needed although lamps in the rooms would have been nice. FYI, if vacationing like us in July or August, house can not be cooled off more than 70, there are no shades for direct sunlight, and it was quite toasty! We would definitely recommend but probably, for us, we need a yard so kids have a place to play on those off hours. Do not bring cornhole.... there's no place to play it. These are just a few things we wish we would have known beforehand.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Bart L. W., Boise

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

DISAPPOINTED

The lack of information at the property was our biggest disappointment. There was not central place that gave us information about things like additional propane tanks for the BBQ grill and fire pit on the deck. No information about where to find the pass cards to gain access into the Ideal Beach Resort. Furnishings were quite minimal. For example no lamps on the bedside tables. Would be nice for my wife to be able to read in bed while I slept. Kind of minor things, but for the price, we certainly expected more. We will not return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Property

We stayed here over Thanksgiving and enjoyed the home. Everything was as described in the listing. The hosts/managers were communicative and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021