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LAKEFRONT Castle on the Lake | 10BR Sleeps 50 | Private Beach, Hot Tub, Theater & Fire Pit

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On the shores of Bear Lake, The Castle on the Lake offers a regal retreat with captivating views from its private deck and hot tub. Whether you're gathering for meals or enjoying an afternoon by the lake, there's plenty of room for everyone in this 10-bedroom cabin featuring a theater room, game room, WiFi Internet and fully equipped kitchen.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

10 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 50

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

LAKEFRONT Castle on the Lake | 10BR Sleeps 50 | Private Beach, Hot Tub, Theater & Fire Pit

Your Own Private Piece of Bear Lake

Castle on the Lake isn't just lakefront—it's YOUR lakefront. This 10-bedroom estate sits directly on the shores of Bear Lake with private beach access, meaning your family walks out the back door and into the turquoise water. No driving. No parking. No fighting for space at a public beach.
Launch Your Watercraft From the Property
Bring your jet skis, paddleboards, kayaks, or boats and launch directly from the property into Bear Lake. While other families trailer to crowded boat ramps, yours is already on the water. This is the Bear Lake experience families dream about—and the reason Castle on the Lake books a year in advance.

Built for Big Family Reunions
At 10 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms across multiple levels, Castle on the Lake comfortably sleeps 39 guests (50 max). This isn't a cabin where cousins fight for space—it's an estate designed for large groups to spread out, gather together, and create memories that last generations.
The dedicated kids' bunk room with 9 twin beds gives the younger generation their own space. The master suite includes a private lookout over the lake and electric fireplace. Multiple gathering areas mean the grandparents can relax while the teenagers hang out elsewhere.

Entertainment for Every Generation
The theater room brings movie nights to life for the whole family. After sunset, gather around the outdoor fire pit with the lake as your backdrop. When you need to unwind, the private hot tub on the large deck delivers—complete with those famous Bear Lake views.

Reunions, Weddings & Retreats
The combination of private lakefront, massive capacity, elegant finishes, and multiple gathering spaces makes Castle on the Lake ideal for family reunions and small private weddings. Corporate retreat planners take note: 13-vehicle parking, WiFi throughout, and the kind of setting that makes team-building feel effortless.

Sleeping Arrangements
Ten bedrooms across multiple levels with flexibility for families of all sizes:
Main Level:

Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed

Upper Level:

Bedroom 3: King bed
Bedroom 4: King bed
Bedroom 5: King bed
Bedroom 6: King bed
Bedroom 7: Queen bed + full sofa bed
Bedroom 8: King bed
Bedroom 9: 9 twin beds (dedicated kids' bunk room)
Bedroom 10: King bed with private bath & lake lookout (master suite)

Additional Sleeping:

2 pull-out sofas in upstairs gathering room
4 twin trundle beds downstairs
7 sleeping mats available

Property Amenities

Private lakefront with beach access (25-250 yards to water depending on lake level)
Private hot tub on large deck (summer season)
Theater room
Game room
Outdoor fire pit
Wood-burning fireplace
Electric fireplace in master suite
Full kitchen with island
Washer and dryer
WiFi throughout
Central A/C and heat
Propane BBQ grill
Linens and towels for 50 guests included

Location Highlights

Direct lakefront on Bear Lake
Launch watercraft from property
Conveniently located off Highway 89
Fish Haven, Idaho
Near Bear Lake State Park
Close to raspberry shake stands and restaurants

Practical Details

10 bedrooms, 7 full baths, 2 half baths
Multi-level home
Sleeps 39 comfortably (50 max)
Parking for 13 vehicles
Hot tub not available during winter months

Why Castle on the Lake?
Private lakefront properties at Bear Lake that sleep 50 guests simply don't exist—except here. The ability to launch watercraft from your own beach, combined with the theater room, fire pit, hot tub, and dedicated kids' space, makes this the ultimate large family reunion property.
Book early—lakefront estates of this caliber are reserved 12+ months in advance for peak summer weeks.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 10 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Fish Haven, ID

What's nearby

  • Bear Lake West Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Bear Lake Marina - 5 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Ideal Beach - 13 min drive - 9.7 miles
  • Beaver Mountain Ski Resort - 22 min drive - 20.4 miles
  • Utah State University - 53 min drive - 50.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Cooper's at Bear Lake West - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zipz Bear Lake - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪LaBeau's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Moose Buns - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LAKEFRONT Castle on the Lake | 10BR Sleeps 50 | Private Beach, Hot Tub, Theater & Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at LAKEFRONT Castle on the Lake | 10BR Sleeps 50 | Private Beach, Hot Tub, Theater & Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LAKEFRONT Castle on the Lake | 10BR Sleeps 50 | Private Beach, Hot Tub, Theater & Fire Pit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LAKEFRONT Castle on the Lake | 10BR Sleeps 50 | Private Beach, Hot Tub, Theater & Fire Pit located?

Nestled on the beach, this Fish Haven vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Bear Lake, Bear Lake West Golf Course, and Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Swan Creek Wildlife Managment Area and Wasatch-Cache National Forest are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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LAKEFRONT Castle on the Lake | 10BR Sleeps 50 | Private Beach, Hot Tub, Theater & Fire Pit Reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

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10/10 Excellent

Keaton W.

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

Great place for family reunions

Great place for family reunions. We’ve already got it booked again for next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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6/10 Okay

Linda L.

The Castle

First off, I want to say how wonderful Julie was! Helpful and kind in trying to help us with the issues we encountered. The house had space for all of us to be comfortable, and the view was spectacular! But, there were a lot of problems. The main backdoors handle was just about off, and wouldn't lock, 2 coffee pots..only one worked, 2 ovens..only one worked, in the master, there were 6 stairs to get up to the bathroom with NO handrails! My husband is 83 and it was difficult. Also, there was no safety railing around the patio, which had a 3-4 ft drop in places. Lastly, the beautiful windows, which ran across the back of the house, were filthy. If these problems were addressed, this truly would be “A Castle.”

10/10 Excellent

Lyle H.

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

Castle

Beautiful property and lake access was great. Perfect for our 32 family members plus some day drop ins.Close to town.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Great for Family Reunions

This was a great house for our family reunion. We had a lot of families, and it housed us very well. Location is great. Being on the lake is fantastic. The master suite is amazing. The house is well loved and well used, but with that said, it worked great for us.

8/10 Good

Mandee P.

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

Great Location

Fantastic sprawling house with enough room for a family reunion. Plenty of dishes and cookware for dining in. There were not enough towels for everyone to shower. Hand soap was provided, but no soap/body wash or shampoo for the showers/baths. We were told there were 2 washers and 2 dryers for laundry but found only one set hooked up. Another set was there but not hooked up to anything. Getting windows and doors to open and then latch closed is tricky. Despite those minor issues, we would definitely have another group stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Arnold W.

Very Good

We really enjoyed our stay at this unit. We have been going there every other year for the last 10 years and our family will not go any where else. The only negative comment we would have would be about the declining maintenance of the facility. It needs extended help in this regards. Examples: windows do not work right, the ovens do not work properly, sink drains need cleaning, and the internet is very weak. Positive thing; the addition of additional beds downstairs are very helpful. Comment - A wall at the bottom of the stairs would isolate this lower area and make it another bunk type room. Those that slept down there would like to have more privacy. Thanks for a great stay - we will be back again.
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10/10 Excellent

Shelli S.

Excellent

Absolutely beautiful property! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Julie, the property manager, is fantastic. She took great care of us! We love the hot tub with the unobstructed view of the lake. The kitchen was fabulous and we loved watching movies down in the theater room. We will definitely be back!
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6/10 Okay

Cheri T.

Good

the cabin itself is wonderful,but has not been maintained very well. The TV in the theater room never did work. Some of the TV's in bedrooms did not work and there is no TV in the master. We didn't have wifi for several days. There is no railing around the outside patio that has a 4 foot drop. Our daughter fell of and hurt her foot and back. One of the ovens did not work. There were a lot of burned out light bulbs. our family loved it. They had plenty of room. The kitchen is wonderful. We would love to come back next year if we could know these items would be fixed.

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

Great place to stay right on the lake

We really enjoyed this property. It is truly like a castle. We rented a boat and everyone was able to load and unload from the property (they had to wade in about chest high water due to low water levels in Bear Lake). The hot tub was operational. The rooms were comfortable. The kitchen was perfect and there was plenty of seating in the common area. The internet was really bad and cell reception was also a challenge. So, if you are planning to watch movies, you may want to bring DVDs. Parents with babies in our group didn't like the marble stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Great family vacation

The property was a great venue for hosting a large family vacation. The property is spacious and provided enough room for lots of family activities (e.g. games, corn hole, outside picnic benches). The kitchen was wonderful -- really appreciated the fact that there were more than enough plates, utensils, glasses, etc. AND that there were three dishwashers on site. Everyone had a great time being together in one place. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022