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Bear Lake Retreat

Your Recreational HavenGarden City, Utah 1 Acre $399,000

3616 Elmwood Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84106 801-870-1801 [email protected]

Land Rancher LC is proud to offer this historic Ranch House and one acre parcel, overlooking the tranquil, turquoise-blue

waters of Bear Lake. The retreat is surrounded by one of the most iconic recreational Meccas in Utah and Idaho. Fantastic

fishing, boating, sailing and water skiing are all a short stroll out your door. The retreat is nestled in the beautiful Bear Lake

Valley where residents enjoy solitude, beauty and outdoor adventures, without sacrificing modern day convenience. Enjoy

crisp mountain air, endless starry nights and a perfect balance of both summer and winter recreational possibility. The Bear

Lake Retreat is one of those affordable propterties that has it all.

Featuring:

Picturesque remodeled Ranch Home with original 1889 fixtures, overlooking the beautiful blue waters of Bear Lake. The beach is only 200 yards from the back door.

Endless opportunities for fishing, hunting, boating, sailing, scuba diving, skiing and snowmobiling. Bear Lake is one of the top recreational destinations in both Utah and Idaho, making this property an ideal year-round recreational retreat or family gathering place.

Panoramic views of Bear Lake and surrounding mountains visible from several rooms of the home.

2,000 square foot heated/insulated garage. Store your RV, boat and four-wheelers or use the comfortable space to get lost in a project. There is also a separate 3-bay general storage garage.

Welcome to Bear Lake Retreat

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LOCATION

The Retreat is located 122 miles north of Salt Lake City International Airport on

the Idaho border in Garden City, UT. The property address is 70 West 150 South

Garden City, UT 84028. Travel time from Salt Lake is approximately two hours

via Interstate 15 northbound and merging onto Highway 89 in Brigham City

through Logan Canyon. The property is accessible year round.

Bear Lake County Airport, located in Paris Idaho, is a county owned, public

airport for small aircraft. The airport is located 19.7 miles from Garden City via

Highway 89 through the Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge.

Bear Lake Memorial Hospital is located in Montpelier, Idaho, which is 29.7

miles northbound on Interstate 89, ten miles from Paris, Idaho. Montpelier

includes service stations, restaurants, hardware as well as grocery stores.

Available services near the property include: Gas stations, grocery store,

hospital, motel, post office, restaurants and departments stores.

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Cities and Mileage from Bear Lake Retreat are as follows:

Laketown, UT……………….…10.6 miles 15 minute travel time.

Bloomington, ID…………......17.2 miles 19 minute travel time.

Paris, ID……………………….…19.7 miles 22 minute travel time.

Montpelier, ID…………...….…29.7 miles 33 minute travel time.

Logan, UT……………….………39.7 miles 49 minute travel time.


HISTORY

Bear Lake was discovered by mountain men in 1811. The lake itself is one

of two bodies of water left over from the ancient Lake Bonneville and

is approximately 250,000 years old. It has been called the “Caribbean

of the Rockies” because of its turquoise-blue color and beautiful sand

beaches. During the summers of 1827 and 1828, Mountain men such

as Jim Bridger and Jedidiah Smith held annual rendezvous in the area

where they exchanged furs for food, guns, ammunition and supplies.

The Bear Lake Valley is known for its production of raspberries. Every

year during the month of August, the locals celebrate the annual crop

with the Raspberry Days Festival. The event brings people from around

the world to enjoy freshly made raspberry shakes and jam, rodeos,

parades, fireworks and dances.

TERRAIN AND WILDLIFE

Terrain consists of wild grasses, quaking aspens and pines. Wildlife is

abundant and diverse. It is not uncommon for resident animals to come

right up to the windows of the home to say hello. You can count on

seeing moose, elk, deer, wild turkeys, Canadian geese and even buffalo

without leaving yard. The wilderness surrounding the parcel consists

of big game, upland game and waterfowl with the option to hunt

everything, with the exception of pheasants which are not found in the

area. The adjacent neighbor works for the Utah Division of Wildlife and

is happy to advise you on hunting.

CLIMATE Average annual precipitation: 14.2 inchesAverage annual snowfall 41.1 inchesJanuary temperature: High: 33° Low:17° July temperature: High: 84° Low: 60°


FISHING

Bear Lake is also a trophy cutthroat trout fishery which produced the standing Idaho State record nineteen pound Cutthroat. Lake Trout (mackinaw)

reaching 30 pounds also live in Bear Lake. Ice fishing for these monsters is possible throughout the winter.

There are four endemic fish species in Bear Lake which are not found anywhere else in the world: the Bonneville Cisco, the Bonneville Whitefish, the Bear

Lake Whitefish, and the Bear Lake Sculpin. The January-February spawning run of the Bonneville Cisco draws the fish close to shore where they can be

dip-netted through the ice. Ciscos are known for their delicious taste and dip-netting makes it easy to catch enough for a plentiful fish fry.

The area surrounding the retreat provides multiple still water and stream fishing

alternatives. The Logan River and Black Smith’s Fork River are popular fly fishing

destinations. Swan, Bloomington and Paris Creeks are also near the ranch, each

offering a unique fishing environment.

RECREATIONAL PURSUITS

In addition to hunting and fishing, attractions to the property include: Boating, waterskiing, four wheeling for both ATV and SUV’s, hiking, mountain biking,

wildlife watching and stargazing. The unique composition of the water in Bear Lake creates ideal conditions for scuba diving and snorkeling. The allure for these

activities is enhanced by the ancient history of the lake and the legends of the Bear Lake Monster.

During the winter, enjoy excellent cross country and downhill skiing, snowmobiling and ice-fishing. Beaver Mountain Ski Resort is 15 minutes away where you

can ski in a picturesque mountain setting without the crowds. The Beaver Mountain area is a great place to snowmobile and recreate year round.


IMPROVEMENTS

The owner’s residence holds the distinct honor or being the second home

built in the Bear Lake Valley in 1889. It is approximately 2400 square

feet with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The retreat has since been

remodeled to modern standards but many of the original 18th century

fixtures remain intact. A new furnace provides heat but there is also a

wood-burning stove capable of heating the home.

Other structures include a 2000 square foot heated and insulated, tall-

bay garage and a second 4-bay garage for storage. Clean white fencing

encircles the entire yard.


Bear Lake Retreat is offered for $399,000

LOCATION The Bear Lake Retreat is 122 miles north of Salt Lake City on the Utah Idaho border in Garden City, Utah.

ACREAGE1.01 deeded acre sitting approximately 200 yards away from the shoreline of Bear Lake.

ZONINGThe parcel is zoned for both residential and recreational use. Zoning also allows the owner to keep horses on the parcel.

WATER AND UTILITIESElectricity and sewer and culinary water are provided through Garden City. One share of water rights through Swan Creek Irrigation will transfer to the buyer at closing. A 1000-gallon propane tank provides gas. Cellular and landline phone service is available. Internet is available through select providers.

FISHING AND HUNTING Bear Lake is currently listed as one of Utah’s flat water “Blue Ribbon” fisheries. Excellent opportunities exist to catch Lake Trout, Bonneville Cutthroat Trout and Cisco. Several streams, rivers and mountain lakes are close to the property, providing diverse fishing environments to appeal to every angler. There is no hunting on the property but the surrounding mountains and forests hold virtually every type of rocky mountain game.

IMPROVEMENTS2400 square foot ranch house with four bedrooms and two bathrooms2000 square foot, heated and insulated garageSecond 4-bay garageVinyl fencing Landscaping including grass and trees

Bear Lake Retreat Summary


To schedule a tour or for more information contact Dave Ludlow, AgentLandRancher [email protected] 801-870-1801

3616 Elmwood Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84106

*Any offer must be accompanied by an earnest money deposit and must include name and number of the Buyer’s private banker to assist the Seller in determining financial eligibility to purchase.

* All information provided byLandRancher and its staff in connection with this property was acquired from sources deemed reliable and is believed to be accurate; however, we do not warrant accuracy or completeness.

LandRancher recommends every item of interest to the purchaser be independently verified.

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