Call the ‘Caribbean of the Rockies’ home upon booking ‘Sweetwater Hill!’ This 4-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental lies in a quiet Garden City community looking out to the lake’s stunning turquoise-blue waters and offers access to plenty of resort amenities. Head to nearby boat rentals and enjoy countless hours on the water or simply layout on a lakefront beach, then refuel with some of the town’s world-famous raspberry shakes. Beaver Mountain lies under 17 miles away if you’re here for the winter!
-- THE PROPERTY --
Wraparound Porch | Game Room | Panoramic Vistas | Pet Friendly (w/ Fee) | 2,800 Sq Ft
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2 (Fish Room): Twin Daybed, Twin Trundle Bed | Bedroom 3 (Ski Room): Queen Bed | Bedroom 4 (Cowboy Room): Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: 3 Air Mattresses
IDEAL BEACH AMENITIES: Beach access, heated seasonal pools, hot tubs, dry saunas, mini golf course, indoor & outdoor tennis courts & pickleball courts, outdoor basketball court, gas & charcoal grills, picnic tables, playground, acres of green space suitable for activities like soccer, frisbee, volleyball, or croquet OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered front porch & back deck w/ mountain & water views, patio furnishings, grill, minutes to lake, fire pit KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, island prep table, toaster oven, Keurig & drip coffee makers, Crockpot, knife set, cookware, dishware, glassware, silverware MAIN FEATURES: Cabin-style interior, exposed beams & log walls, split-level floor plan, mountain decor, fireplace, Smart TVs, game room w/ foosball & ping pong tables, darts, open dining space, 2 shower/tub combos GENERAL: Free WiFi (Starlink, up to 250 mbps download speed), central heat & A/C, ceiling fans, toiletries, linens, towels, keyless entry FAQ: 2 exterior security cameras, pet fee (paid pre-trip), stairs required PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (6 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
CARIBBEAN OF THE ROCKIES: Bear Lake Rentals (1.8 miles), Ideal Beach (1.9 miles), Bear Lake Funtime (2.3 miles), Hunter’s Point (3.1 miles), Garden City Park (3.5 miles), Marina Rentals (5.3 miles), Rendezvous Beach (7.4 miles) GROUP FUN: Pickleville Playhouse (1.3 miles), Bear Lake Golf Course (1.5 miles), Bear Lake Valley Convention and Visitors Bureau (4.3 miles), Beaver Mountain Ski Area (16.7 miles) TASTY RASPBERRY SHAKES: LaBeau's (3.9 miles), Zipz Bear Lake (3.9 miles), Hometown Drive In (4.0 miles) LOCAL EVENTS: Raspberry Days (August), Bear Lake Monster Winterfest (January), The Annual Bear Lake County Salmon BBQ (July), Fourth of July Celebration in Paris, Holiday Craft Fair (December) AIRPORT: Ogden-Hinckley Airport (91.7 miles), Salt Lake City International Airport (127 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly with a $60 fee (+ taxes & fees) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 faces towards the driveway, and camera 2 is located above the main entrance. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras may actively record video and/or sound while guests are in residence - NOTE: This 3-story cabin requires stairs to access - NOTE: The pools are open through mid-fall. The main hot tub and sauna remain open year-round
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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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Garden City
Located on the waterfront, this cabin is in Sweetwater, a neighbourhood in Garden City. Bear Lake Golf Course and Ideal Beach Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bear Lake and Bear Lake State Park. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
Does Scenic Views & Game Room: Garden City Retreat! have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Scenic Views & Game Room: Garden City Retreat!?
As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic Views & Game Room: Garden City Retreat! on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$401, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Scenic Views & Game Room: Garden City Retreat! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Scenic Views & Game Room: Garden City Retreat!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Scenic Views & Game Room: Garden City Retreat!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Scenic Views & Game Room: Garden City Retreat!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Scenic Views & Game Room: Garden City Retreat! located?
This family-friendly Garden City cabin is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Bear Lake Golf Course, Bluewater Beach and Bear Lake. Pickleville Playhouse and Ideal Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The cabin was stellar! It was a very large space. Great for 6 friends, 1 baby, and our dogs. The cabin had a lot of amenities for children which was great for our friends with the baby. It also had a good space in the kitchen and living room to give everyone enough space to spread out but be in each others company. Decorations were super cute. Loved that the Christmas decorations were still up :)
Cabin was nice and cozy. Great location. It is out away from the "city" but not too far. The access to ideal beach is a huge plus. In our 2 night stay the kids were able to see squirrels in the yard, a deer, and a bunch of wild turkeys. The house had a ton of beach toys stocked in the closet, games, kids toys, a pack & play, and pretty much anything you would need for a good time with kids. Highly recommend for families.
Luke M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Tyler
31 May 2025
Over all decent but should have more info of the place
Over all the stay was good but it would have been nice to know that only certain areas had central air. The fridge on the highest setting barely kept food cold enough that it didn't go bad
Tyler
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2025
From the owner: "Thank you for your feedback, and I’m glad to hear that overall your stay was good. I truly appreciate you pointing out the concerns with the refrigerator and air conditioning.
We are in the process of replacing the fridge with a more suitable model to ensure food stays cold without issue in the future. Regarding the air conditioning, the cabin has central air on both the top and bottom levels. The only area without direct air conditioning is the basement. However, each bedroom is equipped with a fan, and we will also be adding fans to the basement to help address any cooling issues there.
Thanks again for staying with us and for helping us improve."
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Shawn
23 June 2022
Fun Cabin Feel to it!
We booked the Garden City Escape for a little family get away. I'm not sure you could say it sleeps 14, more like 10. It's a cozy little cabin although not as fully stocked as I thought it would be. Supplies were a little low & only 4 bath towels were provided. The internet isn't terrific if your needing to do some work but okay. Overall we had a nice little stay.
Shawn
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
From the owners: "We are so glad you enjoyed your stay for the most part! We haven't had any concerns hosting larger groups, although we know each guest has a preference on how much space they would like.
We will make sure we set out enough towels and will check with our internet provider to make sure nothing is out of place. Thank you for your feedback and your stay!"
Verified
8/10 Good
Mike C.
30 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Arrangements
Was not adequate for our situation. When stating sleeping arrangements, air beds are not beds for adults. Water leaked into cracks in logs in dining area when it rained real hard. Not enough towels. and TP. Parking was generous though.
Mike C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Chantel D.
6 September 2022
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place with a nice view
This place great for our first trip to bear lake. Our family had a great time. Only thing I would mention for people pulling boats is that the round about parking is on a hill so if your trailer drops down to protect your prop you might drag pretty good, my brother in law was not able to drive through for that reason so he just backed into the driveway. Our boat is a jet so we were able to pull through fine. I would also recommend adding some extra larger pots and pans. Cooking for 14 people and only having 1 large pot made us have to eat in shifts, not a terrible thing and an easy fix.
Everything went well except for the bed on the main floor. The bed is so high it takes a step stool to get into it, the bed needs to be lowered to a sitting position level. It could be done with a little effort.
My family had a great time there. We had 10 of us including family, spouses, teenagers and a grandchild. Plenty of parking. Rooms were big and nice. Kitchen area was big and well supplied. The owner/contact was great to work with, always friendly and helpful. Nice balcony with a nice view of the lake in places. Nice and shaded in the afternoon and evening. Just a few very small issues. One room upstairs did not seem to get much air so it was a bit warm. Internet was intermittent. The dvds available seemed dated for later evening entertainment, but Netflix was available and hey, it’s a cabin, right?
We loved staying here! It was over Christmas, and we got our wish of a white christmas. The cabin was stocked with everything we needed. We loved the log cabin decor and vibe. It was easy to find, had very comfy beds, and was close to anything we might need. Looking forward to a return stay.
This cabin is a great rental cozy and comforting. The house had everything we needed. Plenty of entertainment for those stay at home moments. And close enough to the beach and town that makes it a relaxing adventure. Highly recommend this place. I hope to stay there again. Thanks!
What a great place for a Family to stay in Bear Lake. The Cabin was roomy, clean and great location!! The Wrap around driveway made it simple to park the boat !! Will definitely rent this property again !!
The 4 bedrooms were perfect for all the adults, and the kids had plenty of room to spread out on the floor on air mattresses. We enjoyed the full kitchen for all our meals and the outdoor grill for our bbq. The deck was a relaxing place to watch the stars and view of the lake. We all thought this was the perfect place for our family!
We visited during the winter for a snowmobiling trip. This property was perfect. Super clean, plenty of beds, and a well-stocked kitchen! The wood pellet stove was great for drying out our winter gear in between outings and taking the chill off the cabin when the wind and snow were howling outside. Our one suggestion would be for the dining area. The cabin easily sleeps 8 plus adults, but the table only fits 6 with no extra setting. We did notice tv trays that people could take their food to the other room to eat. We all wanted to sit together, play games, talk, no one wanted to be in the other room. I would suggest getting two benches for the sides of the table instead of the large chairs. It would allow a few more to sit comfortably at the table. We had some camp chairs with us and used those during our stay. One of the best rental homes we've stayed in - anywhere in the world! Thank you for sharing your cabin!
Kimberly H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Randy
24 August 2020
Perfect
Great location close to everything we needed. The cabin is spacious and close to golf course and lake . Would stay again without hesitation.
This cabin is in a great location. The manager was awesome to work with. They even remembered my birthday by leaving cupcakes for my family! Beds are comfortable. Great Deck! Would love to stay again sometime.