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Exciting Garden City Gem w/ Home Theater & Hot Tub

Holiday home in Garden City with kitchen and patio

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Garden City Vacation Rental | 10BR | 6BA | 6,500 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Home Theater | Game Room | Bounce House
Private Basketball Court | Pickleball Court | Hot Tub | Fire Pit | Picnic Tables
Living Room | Twin Sleeper Sofa | Flat-Screen TV | Free WiFi | 2nd Floor
Kitchen | Dishwasher | Dishware/Flatware Provided | 2nd Floor

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
10 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 38603.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Garden City, UT
  • Place, Garden City Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bear Lake Marina
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Ideal Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

10 bedrooms (sleeps 38)

Additional Sleeping (Game Room)

2 Double Sofa Beds

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4 (Suite)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed and 3 Double Beds

Bedroom 8

1 King Bed and 3 Double Beds

Bedroom 9

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 10

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette

About this property

Exciting Garden City Gem w/ Home Theater & Hot Tub

Endless fun for your whole family awaits at 'Elks Ridge Retreat,' a spacious 10-bed, 6-bath vacation rental home in Garden City! Play a match of pool in the game room while the kids use the private basketball court and bounce house. Going out? Hike through the nearby Bear Lake State Park or visit Beaver Mountain Ski Area. When you're ready to unwind, enjoy a soak in the hot tub and take in tranquil views of the mountains. Don't forget to top off the night with a movie in the home theater!

-- THE PROPERTY --

6,500 Sq Ft | Game Room | Bounce House | Private Basketball/Pickleball Court

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Queen Beds | Bedroom 3: Full Bed | Bedroom 4 (Suite): King Bed | Bedroom 5: Queen Bed | Bedroom 6: 2 Queen Beds | Bedroom 7: Queen Bed, Triple Full Bunk Bed | Bedroom 8: King Bed, Triple Full Bunk Bed | Bedroom 9: Queen Bed | Bedroom 10: Queen Bed | Game Room: 2 Twin Futons | Living Room: Twin Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: Wraparound deck, private hot tub, gas grill, picnic tables, slide, wood-burning fire pit, mountain views
INDOOR LIVING: 3 living areas, home theater, pool table, foosball table, flat-screen TVs, 3 dining tables, kitchenette, picture windows
MAIN KITCHEN: Stove, double wall oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, dishware/flatware, cooking basics, drip coffee maker
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning/heat, complimentary toiletries, towels/linens, washer/dryer, iron/board, hair dryer, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: 4WD recommended in winter
ACCESSIBILITY: 3-story home, 2 steps to enter, 2 bedrooms on main floor
PARKING: Driveway (20 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR RECREATION: Bear Lake Golf Course (6 miles), Bear Lake West Golf Course (7 miles), Beaver Mountain Ski Area (11 miles)
TRAILS/HIKING: Bear Lake State Park (3 miles), Garden City Park (3 miles), Limber Pine Nature Trail (4 miles), Temple Fork Trailhead (21 miles), White Pine Lake Trail Head (22 miles), Wind Cave Trailhead (30 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Bridgerland Adventure Park (0.6 miles), Rendezvous Beach (11 miles), Cache Valley Fun Park (39 miles)
AIRPORTS: Ogden-Hinckley Airport (86 miles), Salt Lake City International Airport (121 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 3-story home requires 2 steps to enter. While 2 bedrooms are located on the 2nd floor, interior stairs are required to reach the rest of the bedrooms on the 1st and 3rd floors
- NOTE: Four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive is necessary in the winter months to access the property

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Garden City

Located in Garden City, this holiday home is in the mountains. Bear Lake Marina 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. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Garden City, UT

What's nearby

  • Garden City Park - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Bear Lake Marina - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Pickleville Playhouse - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Ideal Beach - 11 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Ideal Beach Marina - 11 min drive - 11.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cooper's at Bear Lake West - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Zipz Bear Lake - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪LaBeau's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bear Trapper Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Exciting Garden City Gem w/ Home Theater & Hot Tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Exciting Garden City Gem w/ Home Theater & Hot Tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Exciting Garden City Gem w/ Home Theater & Hot Tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Exciting Garden City Gem w/ Home Theater & Hot Tub located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bear Lake, Wasatch-Cache National Forest and Garden City Park. Bluewater Beach and Bear Lake Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Derek D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, just as advertised. Plenty of sleeping spaces for our family reunion. Views were awesome. Five minutes from Garden City. Check in process and communication were easy. Used the hot tub, bounce house, movie theater, billiards, pickleball and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Perfect!!!

We loved our stay at the Elks Ridge Retreat! It was the perfect place for our large family - a great location, it’s close to the lake as well as the canyon and national forest. We loved it and hope to stay again soon!!

10/10 Excellent

Cassie J.

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

Family fun!

Great location and great home We had such a great time we will for sure be back. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Win J.

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

Great View and Amenities

We rented the home for an executive management retreat. Its an inspiring location with breathtaking views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
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8/10 Good

Daniel M T.

Fun family reunion

This was a fantastic home for our family reunion. We had 28 with us and had a wonderful time. The kids really loved the bounce house.

8/10 Good

Mike D.

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

Good Time With Extended Family

Great property in a beautiful location. We had 31 of us, ages 6 mon to 75, and felt like there was a good amount of room and great things to do. We would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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8/10 Good

Tivinia T.

Perfect

House spacious and perfect bigger families

8/10 Good

Alan R. T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion at Bear Lake

The property is in a good location - it's quiet and easily accessible. A little more attention could be paid to cleanliness as well as several maintenance issues. For the most part, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki L.

Family Reunion/50th Anniversary

We loved the spacious room, the many on site activities. There were 25 of us and we were all comfy and delighted with our four day stay. Tons of beds, BATHROOMS, and mountains of cushy white towels and hot water. This home hit all the notes and then added in a bouncy house, pickle ball & basketball courts in a beautiful setting. We loved it!!
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10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Fun, fun

Everything the house had available.

10/10 Excellent

Lamar M.

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

Family Cabin experience

Lots of room for cooking, eating, playing and sleeping. Adults really liked the hot tub and movie room. Ran out of pellets for fire place but more promptly delivered. We all had a good time though some beds were not very comfortable. It's a beautiful spacious home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

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

Christmas Family Reunion

Best Christmas ever to have my whole family together all 32 of us at such a nice and spacious place. Kids enjoyed the bouncing house in garage, xbox games, marble wall, theater, pool table, fooshball while the adults enjoyed the large kitchen up stairs. Everybody also liked the hot tube. Also what a great view. The deer came and visited us on the last day.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a truly wonderful stay at this Bear Lake home! We hosted a family reunion with 35 people ranging in age from toddlers to grandparents, and this home was perfect for everyone. The kids were in heaven with the bounce house in the garage, the wall with the marble run, the cozy little room under the stairs, the tetherball setup, and especially the sand pit under the deck slide—it kept them happily entertained for hours.The layout of the home worked beautifully for a large group. There were plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms, and we really appreciated that several of them were tucked away from the main gathering areas, which made it easy for kids to nap or for anyone to have a quiet break during the day. The double washer and dryer were a huge bonus for a group our size.The amenities were top-notch—the theater room, pool tables, and pickleball court were all big hits! The kitchen was well stocked and thoughtfully arranged with lots of seating for meals together. We especially loved the pebble ice machine—such a nice touch!This home made our reunion easy, fun, and memorable. We’re so grateful for the experience and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

Perfect Get-away Place

We had a wonderful few days in this beautiful home. The scenery was breathtaking and there was plenty of space for all ages to relax and enjoy each other’s company. The bouncy house was definitely a HIT for the young children. We didn’t realize we had to pay extra to use the golf simulator, so we passed on that, and it would have been really nice to have cold water and ice from the fridge, but I’m sure that will be fixed soon. We didn’t find the basketball and pickle ball equipment until the last day (in a closet on the main floor) or we would have enjoyed being outdoors a little more. Overall it was a wonderful experience and we enjoyed ourselves very much!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
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8/10 Good

Lisa N.

Family trip

Great home for large families with kids. Plenty of seating for meals so we could all eat at the same time. The kids loved the bouncy house, magnet board, hot tub and movie theater room. Lots of space so everyone could have privacy when needed and also enjoy being together in the common living spaces. This home had most everything we needed. The beds were a little firm/hard for our taste, but we were usually so tired it didn't matter too much. With 10 kids 12 and under the double washer and dryer was much appreciated and well used during our week long stay. No one wanted to leave, the kids asked if we could make this our new home. Thanks for the great accommodations!!! Would definitely rent again
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Nathan C.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Good but could have been better

Beautiful place great location! As pictured. The downside is the place is seriously dusty and there is only one sink in the kitchen which would be fine if the water dispenser on fridge worked. Very limited ventilation in downstairs bedrooms with 2 of the rooms not even seeming to have vents in them and getting very cold at night. No working vacuum. Anyways great view and not hard to get to great all in all for price
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
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6/10 Okay

Natalie V.

Big and spacious BUT

We loved the amount of room on the interior for our large group size. BUT - a lot of the furniture was less than desirable and the beds are ALL terribly cheap/uncomfortable. Especially for the price paid. There is no yard/grass or real area for gathering outside. There is a basketball court farther down but it’s not comfortable in the hot summer months. Overall - a decent place but not worth the money paid. Would not be back to this particular house. Bear Lake area is AWESOME as always.
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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Roberts Retreat

There were 33 of us and we really enjoyed our stay this Memorial weekend. We found the Elk Ridge Retreat in Garden City, Utah to be great for us. The cabin was clean and in good condition. There is one thing that would have been nice to have and that was a chair or bench in our bedrooms and a night stand. The Master bedroom had 2 nightstands, but no chair to sit on to help us while getting dressed. We are age 78 and 82, and we just couldn't sit on the floor to dress ourselves, and the bed was to high to sit on for this. Overall, the cabin was the perfect place for us. The games in the basement kept our teenagers very happy and the hot tub was enjoyed by all. It was a bit cold to go to the Lske, but that Cabin offered enough amenities to satisfy all of us. Thank you so much for helping us to have a great reunion.
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8/10 Good

Bart B.

Good stay

We had a great time and the house fit our family. We wish that the communication was better about items not working in the home. But, luckily there were accommodations for them. One thing in particular was the golf simulator. The description says that there is one in the home, but it doesn’t mention that you have to pay a fee. Lastly, there needs to be a safer route down to the basketball court. It is loose gravel and rocks making it extremely unsafe for everyone. We enjoyed the house and would book again. Other than that, the house was very clean, the area was well kept and it was stocked with everything that we needed.

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect for our annual family retreat!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

denal l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was simple, even for me, a 74 year old woman. The kitchen was large with any appliance that one would need. One of our favorite features of the property was the large dining area with room for all of us to sit down to eat. Thanks for that! There were a couple of small things we notified the property manager about on our arrival that were addressed immediately. Pleasant, easy place for our kids and grandkids to enjoy a few days. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Wonderful time with all my family

We had a family reunion with my entire family. It was amazing, there was plenty of room for all 32 of us. The place was clean and the kids loved the hot tub and the play area. I would really recommend this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L.

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

Great location, exceptional view!

We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Tiffany J.

Great house, great location

This house comfortably fit all 35 of us! The house was well stocked with kitchen supplies, towels, etc., and the ac worked great. We loved that could cast your phone to some of the tvs too. Check-in and check-out were a breeze and we would love to come back someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Alison M.

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

Big house with amenities

The house is big with so much potential. We had issues when we stayed though. The main fridge was broke when we got there, there was a dusty moldy smell downstairs which made 1/2 the family sleeping down there feel like they had allergies. The sectional couch in the basement NEEDs to go if it hasn’t yet. It was so old and not comfortable at all. And the projector wasn’t working. That was a big disappointment when you’re looking forward to a theater room. Vacasa was super helpful and very responsive with everything. They were a great help!! The issues here would need to be addressed with the owners. Great kitchen and enough tables, working hot tub, kids loved the blow up playhouse in the garage!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

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