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MAMA BEAR CABIN -RUSTIC LOG Cabin Retreat - Boat Parking - All Size Groups

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Main Entrance to Mama Bear Cabin. Available year round
Moose Meadows - Queen upstairs
Gone' Fishing - sleeps 6 with triple bunk, bunk with trundle - upstairs
It's a Hoot - Sleeps 5, Queen bed, bunk, twin and also has porta crib. Upstairs
Home In the Woods - for 2 with King Bed and view of Bear Lake.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
10 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 405000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Garden City, UT
  • Place, Garden City Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bear Lake Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ideal Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

10 bedrooms (sleeps 40)

Cub's Corner

+1
2 Double Beds, 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed

Deerly Beloved

1 Queen Bed

Gone Fishin'

+2
3 Twin Bunk Beds and 3 Twin Beds

Hibernatin' Haven

1 Queen Bed

Into the Woods

1 King Bed

Lazy Daz

2 Twin Beds

Moose Meadows

1 Queen Bed

Paw's Place

1 Queen Bed

That's a Hoot

1 Twin Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

That's Just Ducky

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed

The Lodge

1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Double Beds

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

MAMA BEAR CABIN -RUSTIC LOG Cabin Retreat - Boat Parking - All Size Groups

PRICE MATCH - Looking for A GREAT PRICE FOR THE MONEY? Stay at Mama Bear Cabin!

Welcome to Mama Bear Cabin at Bear Lake — your perfect year-round escape nestled in the heart of Utah’s scenic mountain and lake country. Whether you're planning a summer lake adventure, a cozy winter getaway, or a family reunion, this spacious cabin offers the ideal setting for unforgettable memories.

Licensed for 40 with 10 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms on 6/10 acre of fenced yard for privacy and security. Walk to eateries, shops and the lake. Includes Boat Parking.

All size groups invited
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please contact me about your event before booking.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet hours from 10 p.m. outdoors until 8 a.m.
One Service dog under 20 lb MAY stay with proof of CERTIFICATION. EMOTIONAL SUPPORT pets are NOT considered, by law, a SERVICE animal.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Please contact me about your event before booking.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Garden City

Located in Garden City, this cabin is in the city center and on a lake. 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 in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and snowmobiling.
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Garden City, UT

What's nearby

  • Garden City Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Bear Lake Marina - 3 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Pickleville Playhouse - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Ideal Beach - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Ideal Beach Marina - 5 min drive - 5.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cooper's at Bear Lake West - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zipz Bear Lake - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Shell - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Moose Buns - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Salty Bear - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is MAMA BEAR CABIN -RUSTIC LOG Cabin Retreat - Boat Parking - All Size Groups pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at MAMA BEAR CABIN -RUSTIC LOG Cabin Retreat - Boat Parking - All Size Groups?

As of Apr 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MAMA BEAR CABIN -RUSTIC LOG Cabin Retreat - Boat Parking - All Size Groups on Apr 30, 2026 start from $1,144, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at MAMA BEAR CABIN -RUSTIC LOG Cabin Retreat - Boat Parking - All Size Groups?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MAMA BEAR CABIN -RUSTIC LOG Cabin Retreat - Boat Parking - All Size Groups?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is MAMA BEAR CABIN -RUSTIC LOG Cabin Retreat - Boat Parking - All Size Groups located?

This family-friendly Garden City cabin is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Bear Lake and Garden City Park. Bear Lake Marina and Bear Lake State Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayceen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home for big families with lots of children. The home is stocked full of all the fun things to do. Hours of fun! Super close walk to the lake. Plenty of parking
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad V.

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

It was perfect for our family

My first time at Bear lake this house was wonderful. It was perfect for our family
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kirk J.

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

Stay

Nice time and place for a family reunion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eva F.

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

Family reunion

This property worked perfectly for our large family reunion!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia S.

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

Schramm Fam Reunion

We had a wonderful time at Mama Bear! There was plenty of space for our big family reunion. We loved the big back yard, the games and activities for children. The teenagers and little kids loved the arcade room. We really appreciated the 4 refrigerators! This is a great place if you have a big family. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marren C.

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

Great for a family Reunion!

This place was perfect! Enough room for people to find their own space, but cozy enough that we could all be together without having to hunt anyone down. Mama Bear Cabin truly had families in mind when they created this space. We can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Glenda E.

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

Family Reunion

Property is as stated . Close to all shops and Beach access. Host was Janece she was very nice and helpful . Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Fantastic home!

This home was a very fun well organized home with tons of things that for kids to do and tons of places to gather and have fun. The backyard is fantastic, and lots of beds for lots of bodies
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Mama Bear was great

Fun cabin and lake house feel. Lots of things for kids to do in game room and big yard. Great location right in Garden City. Big great room. Has two kitchens but one large one would be preferable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

Cozy and fun stay!

Our group thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mama Bear! We had a large group that had singles, kids, and couples. The rooms accomedated us very well and they were super cozy. Lots of fun activities/games for the kids! We were within walking distance of breakfast (Ruca's) and all the food places! There is also water access really close and Bear Lake State Park is only 1.5mile away. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie F.

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

10 stars! Amazing cabin and wonderful host

I would give 20 stars if I could! The cabin is so welcoming and has everything you need and more! The location is superb, within walking distance of a beach, and several restaurants and shops. We enjoyed the game room and hanging out in the great room together. The hot tub is amazing and a great fire pit area. We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ann S.

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

Family Reunion

We had a very enjoyable time with our family. The location was wonderful - walking distance to most everything. The yard was great for the kids - their favorite part. Check-in was simple. The garbage situation was confusing at first. The kitchens were well stocked except for paper towels and kitchen towels. Wish the kitchen and gathering places were larger and together instead of separate. Some of the beds seemed to have dog hair on the covers and there were some dead bugs in the window sills. All in all it was a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trenton H.

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

Family Reunion at Bear Lake!

We had an amazing time at the Mama Bear property. Four brothers and their families got together for the first time in a few years for a family reunion and we had a blast! Our kids enjoyed having their own rooms with their cousins, tha backyard was huge with plenty of space to run around and BBQ. It was a great experience and the host was attentive to our needs, responsive and so very kind. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margo M.

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

Best Family Reunion

We walked into the cabin and were absolutely thrilled and amazed. The online photos, though great, didn’t do it justice. We could eat together in the yard and there were so many things to do, both in the yard and in the cabin itself. The arcade room was a huge hit with our teenage boys. Thanks for a fabulous place to build our family memories!! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becci F.

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

Wedding weekend

We had a back yard wedding at mama bear the location is great, you can walk to get snacks/food and to the beach. The yard must not have been used much by previous guests we had to spend extra time cleaning up the porches and outdoor furniture. between the game room, games, toys and outdoor play equipment All the kids had something to do the entire time. The entire yard is fully fenced made the kids playing outside safe. The owners are easy to reach and very accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary D.

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

Living the life.

We found this cabin and invited some friends up to join us for the weekend. We just had the best time, there was plenty of room for all of our friends, the extra kitchen is so nice to have. The yard is spectacular, very private and spacious. This cabin is so close to everything in Garden City and many of the restaurants are with in walking distance. The arcade room was such a fun addition and we all had a blast playing some old nostalgic video games. It was cooler but still the beach is really close. All the rooms are themed and so well decorated. All in all it was a blast. And we are looking to re-book for next year for a bigger family event.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Colby N.

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

Garden City

Cabin and property was awesome. We had an age range from 1 to 75 and everyone was entertained. The hot tub was kinda smelly and that was frustrating as we paid a pretty heavy fee for hot tub cleaning. And the fees and taxes were an additional 45% of the cost of the rental. This seemed a bit disingenuous. It's a huge nice cabin. Just tell me how much it costs up front. But overall a fun stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Taunina L.

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

Best family hide away ever

I booked the mama bear cabin to combine my daughter's college graduation with a long family weekend. I thought we would rent a boat and spend most of our time on the lake. Nope- it was still partially frozen. It didn't matter at all. The mama bear cabin had plenty of space and activities to entertain everyone. It had plenty of space for my very large family and some of our friends. We all loved how well stocked the kitchens(2) were with every gadget one might need. It was decorated so cute with bears everywhere, but not overdone.The owners were very helpful and accommodating and check in and out was a breeze. Thank you so much for making my daughters weekend a total success!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill F.

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

Family reunion at Mama Bear Cabin

Our family of 30 people, all ages, had a wonderful time at the Mama Bear Cabin. Our toddler loved the play area and young child toys. The children loved to watch vids in the little play area, and everyone liked playing arcade games in the game room. We all enjoyed the huge grassy back yard full of recreational equipment and shade trees. Beds were comfortable and the 2 kitchens had everything we needed. We also used the grill out back. The outdoor hot tub was roomy, with clean fresh water! The proximity to beaches and hikes was perfect. We could have used a few more towels, but we just kept washing them in the several washing machines and dryers provided. Everyone was amused by the bear decor found throughout the house, fun! All in all, it was the perfect place for our family reunion.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

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

Great Family Reunion Place

Our family's stay at the Mama Bear Lodge was prefect. There was so much to do we only left the cabin once to the state park to rent equipment. The beach that was walking distance from the cabin was peaceful and not crowded. The arcade had a great variety of games for all ages. The Frisbee Golf, batting machine and play ground were in use constantly. We walked to get raspberry malts. The two kitchens were well equipped and we loved the 4 refrigerators. The beds were comfortable, plenty of towels and two laundry rooms to accommodate our needs. The large gathering room was perfect. The patio and grills were great. I would definitely have another family reunion at the Mama Bear Cabin. Also, the owner responded immediately every time I had a question. She was very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol R.

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

All that was expected and more

So many fun things to do in the cabin and yard. Nobody was bored. Fun things for every age. Wonderful big yard with lots of fun things. Only complaint was the wagon was missing a wheel and the cor hole game was broken and mildewed from laying outside. First impression was a little off putting because lots of debris was in front of the door. It would have benefited from a yard blower. But when we unlocked the door we were all excited to be there. In spite of the minor complaints we would still give Mama Bear an A+. In spite of that
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared F.

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

Fantastic Hidden Gem

Our stay at the Mama Bear cabin was wonderful. It is a great place, and while it was just our little family of 5 it has space and beds for many, many more. Our kids had a great time playing in the backyard, arcade room and singing in the karaoke machine. Janice was a fantastic host, and it is clear she loves this property. She leaves her personal cellphone number posted in a few places and when I sent a text asking if our kids are allowed to play on the neighbor's playground (they aren't, but the playground in the cabin's yard is great) and if there were fire restrictions with the drought (campfires in the fire pit are fine) she called me back and not only answered those questions, but also made sure we had seen the popcorn maker, popcorn and array of seasonings (we had) as well as the snow cone maker and flavorings (we hadn't) and a few other hidden gems in the place. We'll definitely be coming back and bringing more of our extended family with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

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

Reunion for family fun and Unity

Mama Bear was perfect for the 12 adults and 16 children who were present. Each family had plenty of room for their their own privacy. There were plenty of places for the cousins to interact and take part in activities that were perfect for several age groups. Oldest loved the game room and big tv for playing video games. Tweens also loved playing in the game room and outside when the weather cooperated. Younger children loved the under stairs play area and enjoyed serving pretend food from their restaurant to all in attendance. With the craft supplies supplied, we had many homemade menus crafted and our food options were many😊. Adults enjoyed the games and cards that were there along with those they brought. Early to bedders became late to bedders as we didn’t want to stop our fun times together. A trip to the lake was enjoyed even though it was cloudy. Access to the lake was an easy 5 minute walk
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kris M.

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

Annual Family Reunion

Had our annual family reunion at Bear Lake. We’ve been visiting each July for 20 + yrs and always have a great time. This trip was no exception. Mama Bear is a rustic log cabin with plenty of room for a large family. The fully fenced yard is great! There is a great room to the north end of the house that is large with a massive sectional to gather in and visit or play games. There are two sets of stairs going to the second level, we thought that was overkill until we realized the north wing and south wing second level are not connected, this made it hard to share bathrooms and keep families together.This house is great in some ways for small children. The main floor eating area is packed with games, puzzles, dress up, crayons, books, scissors, markers, all kinds of Lego’s, blocks, etc. because we had teens, young adults and adults the stuff for children was not used and felt a bit cluttered. This house is overstocked, if you forget something I’m sure you’ll find it at the Mama Bear. We would definitely recommend for families with kids 10 and under.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by Janece N Dorrity

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I bought Mama Bear Cabin in the fall of 2020 and began doubling it in size. It was originally 2300 sq feet with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. I have over 50 in my immediate family so I decided to expand into the attached two car garage and add an upstairs. Additional bedrooms were added in the main cabin as well by rearranging the floor plan to better accommodate a large group.

Two years later Mama Bear Cabin has more than doubled in size with 11 sleeping areas, (10 bedrooms plus a common area with 2 narrow twin beds, 6 bathrooms, 3 kitchen preparation areas, 3 laundry areas, a main gathering area for eating, playing games and having time together.) There is an ARCADE room plus a Great Room for large groups mingling, visiting and relaxing together. It is designed with you in mind...families needing areas to eat together, play together, spaces to be alone when needed, a work station for those working from home with free internet access and many opportunities to have time making memories together.

This is the best of the best. I'm sure you will agree. Please join my family in welcoming you to MAMA BEAR CABIN, Garden City, Utah!

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