Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort
The Big Blue
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Ready for true lake house vibes? This brand new, family friendly home boasts views of the mountain, valley, and lake from the giant windows in the common area. This lovely space combines an open kitchen (complete with farm sink, full size appliances, and an island), picnic style dining area, and a living room complete with a gas fireplace. The deck with a living room style setup is just outside! This is one of two living rooms, as the downstairs den serves as a bonus relaxation space for groups. Everyone can stay comfortable with the home's central air conditioning.
When it's time to head to bed, there are plenty of options for guests to choose from. The first bedroom is just past the kitchen - head past the private washer/dryer and you'll find the room, featuring a king bed and an en suite bathroom with a shower/tub combination. On the opposite side of the first floor, guests can choose between one room with a queen bed and another with two double beds (both served by a hall bathroom with a shower/tub combination).
Downstairs, the fourth bedroom is just to the left of the den. This room features a king bed and an en suite bathroom with a shower/tub combo. Across the way, the final two bedrooms can both utilize a hall bathroom with a shower/tub combo. One room features two double-over-double bunk bed sets and the other features a queen bed.
As part of your stay, guests of this home will have access to the Ideal Beach Resort. This includes access to the tennis courts, volleyball courts, a shared pool and hot tub, mini golf, and so much more!
What's nearby: The region is full of wonderful parts of nature to enjoy, closest of which is Bear Lake. Ideal Beach Resort, which includes private beach access, is just over two miles from the home. When you want a break from playing in the water, Renegade Raceway (just over four-and-a-half miles from the home) provides a family friendly go-kart track where guests as young as seven years old can burn rubber! If guests are visiting during the colder months, Beaver Mountain offers fun on the mountain just over 17 miles from the home.
Things to know: Full kitchen A high chair, a Pack-N-Play, and baby gates are available to guests. Access and features for guests with limited mobility. A 4x4 is required to reach this home in winter. Extra foam roll-out beds (two twin size, one queen size, and one full size) are available for guest use.
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 9 vehicles.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
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Amenities
Hot tub
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Garden City
Located in Sweetwater, a neighbourhood in Garden City, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. 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. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
Is Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort?
As of 23 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort on 1 June 2026 start from AU$764, 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.
How much is parking at Expansive lake house with sweeping views and access to Ideal Beach Resort?
On-site parking is available 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).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is a beautiful spacious home. Everything was just right for or family of 15.
Ronald B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Amy C.
10 Aug 2024
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.
Amy C.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
kevin j.
21 June 2025
Big Blue
Wonderful home. Well supplied, towels and blankets soaps. The deck was awesome and comfortable with the fireplace to roast with , the view was wonderful. The air conditioner was less than effective, it got pretty hot by bed time.
kevin j.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are so happy to hear you enjoyed the well-supplied home, especially the deck and fireplace with that beautiful view—it sounds like a perfect spot to relax and unwind.
We appreciate you letting us know about the air conditioner not being as effective as expected. We'll be sure to share this with our local team so they can look into it and help improve the comfort for future guests.
Thanks again for choosing Vacasa. We hope to welcome you back for another great stay soon!
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.
We loved the deck on this house where we spent a lot of time. It has a spectacular view. The property is clean and tidy. The mattresses are not very comfortable, too soft for our liking. We were grateful for all the parking since we had 4 cars and a truck with a boat trailer. What I wish we knew before booking this property is that the driveway is quite steep and extremely tricky to back a boat trailer into. Despite that we loved our stay! It was close enough to town yet felt like we were in a mountainside cabin.
This property came with access to Ideal Beach Resort, which absolutely made the trip for my friends and I. They played volleyball all day.The house was accommodating and had SO many activities. There was a toddler with our group whose parents were happy to find a pack n' play and plenty of fun things for him to toss around. They even had children's plates and utensils.We had a minor appliance issue when we arrived and they were incredibly prompt in communicating and preparing to have a repair made that day.I would absolutely stay here again. The garage full of games and floaties was a massive plus. We grilled, swam, and played ping pong late into the night.
Bob M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback with us. We’re glad to hear that you appreciated the convenient location and found the property comfortable for your group’s size. We're sorry to learn that the indoor space and certain amenities did not fully meet your expectations, especially regarding accessibility, seating, and kitchen appliances. We understand how important these features are for a relaxing and enjoyable stay, particularly for guests with mobility needs and during rainy days. Your comments about the bedroom layout, seating arrangements, and WiFi connectivity are valuable, and we will be sure to share them with our local team to explore possible improvements. We truly appreciate your insights as they help us enhance the experience for future guests. We hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stacey C.
4 June 2024
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.
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.
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.
Shauna B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tracy B.
20 Nov 2023
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.
Tracy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience, we're pleased you had a great stay and especially enjoyed the views! We appreciate your feedback on the portable fireplace outside and are glad to report it is in good working order. We enjoyed having you as our guest and we hope to host you again.
Lovely views and comfortable living space, well equipped for large groups
Loved our stay in this well kept house, we ran into issue with the Beach access card. Property Manager sorted the issue out and dropped off the keys within an hour. Within 2-4 min to all activities.
We enjoyed the great views all through the day. Thank you for such a great offering.
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
Morris M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Thank you, Morris, for your feedback! We are happy you enjoyed this home. We are sorry for any issues you encountered during your stay. Please know that your feedback is essential, and we have passed your comments along to our local manager, who will work with the homeowner to make any updates. We look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful getaway in the future!
From a partner site
8/10 Good
alyssa j.
22 Oct 2023
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
alyssa j.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jane H.
28 Oct 2024
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!!
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
Edwin O.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2023
We are pleased to hear you enjoyed your visit! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We passed your comments along to our local manager to review and we appreciate guests’ preferences as a means to continually improve. We look forward to hosting your next stay!
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.
Alicia P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience, we're so pleased you thought our home was beautiful and you enjoyed the views! That said, we apologize for the issues you encountered and shared your comments with the local manager. They assured us that the propane in the fireplace was replaced and it and the coffee maker are in good working order. We enjoyed having you as our guest and hope to host you again.
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!