Looking for a vacation spot that is truly away from the hustle and bustle? Then welcome to the RAWHIDE RENDEZVOUS! Located in the quiet town of St. Charles, Idaho, in the northern end of Bear Lake Valley (Idaho and Utah), this beautiful country home (two-story, wheelchair-accessible) on a one-acre lot is perfect for a single family or a family reunion. The home is air conditioned for your comfort during the summer months and has a fireplace to warm you during the winter. There’s plenty of parking for cars and four-wheelers/snowmobiles, and you have full use of the oversized two-car garage. North Beach, our favorite of all of Bear’s Lake’s beaches, is a quick 10-minute drive away; Garden City is only 11.7 miles south; and Minnetonka Cave and other nearby activities are only minutes away.
The house is 3,400 square feet, has six (6) bedrooms and four (4) full bathrooms, and sleeps eighteen (18) in beds. We will accommodate groups up to 34 (children two years of age and younger are not counted in the 34). There are nine (9) sleeping mats located in various closets in the home, and kids are welcome to sleep on the couches and comfortable lounge chairs.
Per St. Charles City regulations, no tents or camp trailers can be set up in the yard. Also, no parking is allowed on the city road (200 South). Renters may host parties with more than 34 people as long as overnight guests do not exceed 34. However, because of insurance restrictions, we are unable to host weddings.
The main floor has a wonderful great room with floor-to-ceiling, lake-facing windows, a big-screen HDTV, Blu-ray/DVD player, wireless internet, well-equipped kitchen with enough dishes for a Thanksgiving dinner, dining area, and laundry room. Three of the six bedrooms are located on the main floor. The master bedroom has its own private bathroom, and the other two bedrooms share a bathroom.
The downstairs is a daylight basement that opens onto a patio that faces the lake. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms are located downstairs. There is a large family room and a small kitchenette with a sink, small fridge, and microwave. Another big-screen HDTV with Blu-ray/DVD player can be found in the family room, along with an extensive movie selection.
HOUSE RULES:
Because St. Charles is a small, quiet town, noise ordinances (no loud noises after 10 pm) and speed limits (25 mph) are strictly enforced. Please respect the neighbors by keeping music and party noises down after 10:00 pm and by obeying traffic laws. If the police are called because of infractions, you may be asked to leave. This hasn't happened yet, but we want to remain on good terms with the neighbors!
COST:
$700/night during peak season: Memorial Day through Labor Day (minimum three-night stay) plus 8% Idaho sales tax. $400/night during off-peak season: After Labor Day to just before Memorial Day (minimum two-night stay) plus 8% Idaho sales tax.
Payment can be made with a credit card or a personal check.
TAXES: Idaho sales tax of 8% will be added to the rental fee. CLEANING FEE: $300.00 VRBO.COM SERVICE FEE: VRBO.com will charge a service fee.
CHECK-IN: Arrival check-in time is 4:00pm on the arrival date. CHECK-OUT: Check-out time is 11:00am on the date of departure.
One of life’s simplest pleasures is to share an experience with our loved ones. We’d love to share our “home away from home” with you as you build memories with your family.
Keywords: Vacation rental, Bear Lake, country home, quiet solitude, easy access, wheelchair accessible, fun family getaway
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please read the short-term rental agreement.
Due to City Ordinances for Short Term Rental properties trailers and tents are not allowed at our property during your stay.
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 40
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
About the area
St. Charles
St. Charles is home to this holiday home. Pickleville Playhouse and National Oregon/California Trail Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bear Lake West Golf Course and Bear Lake Marina. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging and snowmobiling.
Bear Lake West Golf Course - 13 min drive - 15.2 km
Bear Lake State Park - 15 min drive - 19.1 km
Bear Lake Marina - 15 min drive - 19.4 km
Beaver Mountain Ski Resort - 35 min drive - 47.9 km
Getting around
Pocatello, ID (PIH-Pocatello Regional) - 131 min drive
Restaurants
Gladys Place - 8 min drive
Bear Cave Drive In - 2 min drive
HotDog's La Verbena - 10 min drive
Bear Cave - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rawhide Rendezvous - Great Deal - Quiet Solitude - Easy Year-Round Access - Fun! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Rawhide Rendezvous - Great Deal - Quiet Solitude - Easy Year-Round Access - Fun!?
As of 7 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rawhide Rendezvous - Great Deal - Quiet Solitude - Easy Year-Round Access - Fun! on 8 May, 2026 start from S$853, 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 Rawhide Rendezvous - Great Deal - Quiet Solitude - Easy Year-Round Access - Fun!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rawhide Rendezvous - Great Deal - Quiet Solitude - Easy Year-Round Access - Fun!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rawhide Rendezvous - Great Deal - Quiet Solitude - Easy Year-Round Access - Fun!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rawhide Rendezvous - Great Deal - Quiet Solitude - Easy Year-Round Access - Fun! located?
Situated in St. Charles, this holiday home is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from The Jailhouse and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Bear Lake. Mud Lake and Caribou-Targhee National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The rooms were clean and comfortable and the whole house felt welcoming. There was plenty of useful cooking supplies in the kitchen and lots of bed mats which were great for the kids. We had a family reunion here and it was wonderful. They even had a Christmas tree set up in the living room. Beautiful property and a great stay. Would highly recommend.
An awesome place to stay and we will definitely be looking to stay again!
Randy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jun, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review of your stay. We enjoy providing a place for families to gather. We look forward to your next stay with us.
This house was great for a large group. I brought 18 people for the weekend and we had a blast!
Jonathan M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept, 2022
Jonathan,
Happy to have been able to provide a place for your group for the weekend. Thank you for your great review.
Please consider us for your next Bear Lake vacation.
Overall this is a great place to stay with a large group. Plenty of room, right down the road from the north shore, and excellent extras - tables, chairs, toys, movies, etc. The beds are small (as advertised) and the mattresses are aging, but you can’t eat the summer value in this location. Views shown from the wrap around porch/balcony.
Cindy,
Thank you for your review of our Bear Lake Property. Our goal is to create a place for families and friends to make wonderful memories together..
Wishing you a wonderful New Year.
Elaine
We had such a good time at your beautiful home. It was clean, stocked with everything we could've needed. Great neighbors too! We'd love to return one day! Thanks so much for making it so great!
Kori B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2021
Kori,
Thank you for your review. We enjoy creating a place for families and friends to gather and make memories.
We hope you will consider us for a future Bear Lake vacation.
We appreciate the care you showed our home.
Elaine
This is the second year at this place. It’s our new family fav! Plenty of room for the family and not crowded like in Garden City. And closeness to North Shore is another great plus.
Randy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jun, 2024
Thanks for taking such good care of our house. Hope to hear from you again!!
We've stayed here as a family reunion spot for a couple of years now. It easily accommodates our large family of 20+. The owners are excellent to work with and very responsive. The location is just minutes from the north shore or Bear Lake. Perfect, quiet location.
Place is great for big families! Super close to north shore. Big enough to entertain a bunch of people.
Austin C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2020
Thank you for your review. We enjoy having families come to our home and make a lifetime of memories. We hope you will consider us for a future reunion.
About the host
Hosted by Elaine Allred
We've traveled throughout much of the world, but Bear Lake is our favorite family vacation spot.
Why they chose this property
Our family has enjoyed coming to Bear Lake for years, and we especially love it now that we have our own place. We've rented many times, and so we knew what to look for when selecting a home. We wanted something that would work for us year round, and we found a perfect home in St. Charles. The quiet solitude is wonderful! It's away from the hustle and bustle of Garden City (the largest town on the lake), but close enough to enjoy all the activities, like Raspberry Days and the Pickleville Playhouse. Our home is also close to North Beach, which is the best beach on Bear Lake, in our humble opinion. Minnetonka Cave is also close by, just a short drive up St. Charles Canyon.
We have had our family reunion here for the past few years and host a slew of people each time. Other families have also had family reunions at our home.
What makes this property unique
What is truly unique about our 'home away from home' is the quiet solitude. During the busy summer months, other areas in Bear Lake can be wall-to-wall people, and we love our part of the lake, which is away from all of that. That being said, we're close to all of the fun activities that Bear Lake has to offer.
Languages:
English, French
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests