Bear Springs Retreat

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8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 46929.0 sq m

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Hot tub
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Kitchen

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Smithfield, UT

Utah State University
‪16 min drive‬
Logan Utah Temple
‪20 min drive‬
Logan Canyon
‪22 min drive‬
Logan, UT (LGU-Logan-Cache)
‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 46)

Bedroom 1

+22

18 Single Beds, 6 King Beds and 2 Queen Beds

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

About this property

Bear Springs Retreat is situated on 27 acres of private land, surrounded by farm land, natural springs, and majestic mountains in the heart of Cache Valley. The house features 10,000 square feet of living space with an open and spacious floor plan that is ideal for hosting family reunions, wedding parties, and large or small groups of close friends.
The main floor includes a large great room, dining area and full kitchen. The kitchen is fully stocked with appliances and fixtures you'll need for any meal preparation or catering for your group and events! The main floor also features two full master bedrooms.
Upstairs you'll find four full bedrooms as well as a loft area with plenty of games, toys, and books to keep all the children entertained.
In the basement you'll find a 14-seat theater room with tiered seating, a 120-inch projection screen, and surround sound audio. Additionally, there is a recreation room with ping-pong and air hockey tables. There are two large bunk rooms downstairs that sleep 10 & 12.
The surrounding property includes a children’s playground area with a 2-story playhouse, swings, slides and volleyball/badminton net. In the evening you can gather around the firepit and roast marshmallows.
Bear Springs Retreat is perfect for your next getaway!

Property manager

Paul Bunnell

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Hot tub

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Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

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

Cashless transactions are available

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

About the area

Smithfield

Smithfield is home to this farm stay. Cherry Peak Resort and Logan River Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Wasatch-Cache National Forest and Millville Face Wildlife Management Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Cache County Fairgrounds, or check out an event or a game at Maverik Stadium.

Smithfield, UT

What's nearby

Utah State University - 16 min drive - 13.8 km
Logan Regional Hospital - 19 min drive - 16.1 km
Logan Utah Temple - 20 min drive - 17.7 km
Logan Canyon - 22 min drive - 19.7 km
Cherry Peak Resort - 28 min drive - 17.8 km

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min drive
‪Black Pearl Asian Bist - ‬15 min drive
‪Big J Burgers - ‬17 min drive
‪Shaffer House Bakery - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear Springs Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear Springs Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear Springs Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear Springs Retreat located?

Located in Smithfield, this family-friendly farm stay is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Bear River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Wasatch-Cache National Forest and Utah State University. Cache County Fairgrounds and Zootah are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lauran H.

14 Nov 2024

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

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Discover I.

12 Oct 2024

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

Great for a function

This is our 4th time using Bear Spring Retreat. Paul and Missy are really helpful. The space meets all of our needs, and they are very accommodating to our unique requirements. We will continue to return.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony m.

11 Oct 2024

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

Wedding Hideaway

The home was spacious, wonderful, and captivated the pre-wedding guests. Plenty for all ages to enjoy and a quiet evening in the countryside. We loved it!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

21 Aug 2024

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

Great for Family Reunions

We had a wonderful time at Bear Springs Retreat. We had 45 people in our group and the accommodations met all of our needs. Plenty of room to relax, play, eat, prepare meals, etc. We happened to be there when summer storms knocked out the power twice and our host was great to keep us informed and help us with anything we needed during our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

9 Aug 2024

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

Great Cache Valley VRBO

We have been staying there every August for a few years. It is great for large groups and has tons of amenities. I highly recommend it.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

14 July 2024

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

Wonderful place for a family reunion

We had a fabulous time. The granddaughters LOVED the dress up clothes. There was room for everyone. The kitchen is great, we could all sit down together and eat, with room to prepare and serve. We so enjoyed our time here. Paul and Missy are wonderful to work with and so responsive to questions. We loved our time here.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

25 June 2024

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

Favorite reunion location!!

This is our 2nd family reunion at Bear Springs. Paul and Missy are incredible hosts and go out of the way to make us feel at home! Home is spacious, open concept, lots of things to do and very will stocked with anything you need! Highly recommend Bear Springs!! Wish i was in charge of next year's reunion!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

9 May 2024

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

Cache Valley Paradise!

We rented the Bear Springs Retreat as a central gathering place for our daughter's graduation from Utah State. The property and location were amazing and checked all the boxes. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for everyone, plus all the activities you could hope for for kids and adults alike. Tons of space and amenities! Everyone in our group loved this place!! Mountain views from every angle and you are far enough outside of town to enjoy the natural beauty of the surrounding area.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

helen p.

31 Dec 2023

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

Great Getaway

The property is lovely---a roomy, comfortable house with lots of activities and a great kitchen and places to relax and just visit. The WiFi made it possible for some to be with us and still fulfill their work obligations. The property owners are quick to respond and very helpful. Our large group had a wonderful time. Not much snow this year, but we were warm and cozy and very happy to be together. Highly recommend!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tera B.

29 Nov 2023

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

Great Space For A Retreat

This is our 5th time staying at this beautiful home. It feels like coming home. Each time we stay we can see upgrades and updates to the space. The owners are great and we feel taken care of. We can't wait to come back and create more memories!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

6 Nov 2023

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

We love this location

This is a great location for our events; we had over 20 people in attendance and this facility works great for us. It is clean, nice and comfortable. Thank you for making it available!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

13 Oct 2023

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

As I Am, Men's Retreat

The property is perfect for our needs. Spacious enough for 30 men, while at the same time warm and inviting, encouraging great connections. Paul and Missy are very helpful, and quickly responded to our needs. This is our third time holding our retreat at Bear Lodge and we plan on returning next year.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trevor A.

18 Sept 2023

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

Amazing Facility - Will be Back

This is our third time staying at this property and we have loved it every time. The house is well equipped, private and perfect for large families. There is plenty of space to spread out so you don't feel like you are on top of each other but the main spaces are large enough that everyone can get together. Great Location!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

18 Aug 2023

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

Best place for family gathering!

Nice quiet location a bit removed from the city. Beautiful views. The house was clean and comfortable. We finally found a place with a good balance for a large group to gather, eat, and sleep under the same roof! It has a large enough gathering area with lots of seating, and kitchen and dining area with enough seats to eat meals together too! Great for our family reunion of over 40 people. The extra tables and chairs were well used and greatly appreciated. Lots of bedrooms, and enough beds for everyone. The theater room had more seating than we usually see too! Good quality furnishings and fixtures throughout. It has been kept in good repair. Indoor games and entertainment for kids of all ages was great. Outdoor space was pleasant and had a nice variety of activities. We were excited that the Hot tub was clean and functional. We were pleased that the owners provided enough supplies for our needs, like garbage sacks and dish soap. Owners were very pleasant and accommodating. We had a great experience all around staying at this property! THANK YOU!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

15 Aug 2023

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Great place!

It was a great venue for our group --in for the SmallSat Conference in Logan. Its an easy drive and perfect for relaxing after a long day at the conference.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

6 Aug 2023

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

Family Reunion Fun

Great place for our family reunion. Owners are really nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

4 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful family reunion

We had a wonderful family reunion staying at your beautiful home. The spacious living space, the numerous bedrooms, and the country setting made it a perfect place for us to gather. We would love to come back in a few years!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam W.

20 July 2023

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

Great Family Reunion Cabin!

This was the 2nd time for our 8 families all joining up here. Paul and Missy have made several great upgrades since our last stay in 2021. The gathering areas and kitchen are great for large groups. The bedrooms are comfortable, spacious, and have fun themes. The game and theater rooms are awesome, and the yard and playhouse are well kept and great for lots of activities. The surroundings are peaceful. You’re out in the country but Smithfield retail center is only 10 minutes away. We’ll be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

13 July 2023

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

Family fun

This was a perfect place to hold our family reunion. There was plenty of room, and the kids of all ages enjoyed the fun things there were to do inside and outside the house. The owners were super responsive to any need we had. We are going back next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cade S.

27 June 2023

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

Great property for large groups

Hosted a board game retreat for 40 people and this property was ideal for the event!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yanina P.

9 May 2023

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Recommend

Everything it’s great, the house it’s so comfortable

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

2 May 2023

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

Great site, great hosts

Paul and Missy were very good to work with and very accommodating for our group. The site is very clean, very nice and worked well for what we needed! Thank you so much!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tera B.

23 Mar 2023

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

Perfect home for a retreat!

We have stayed at this beautiful home before and held our women’s retreat there. This is a picturesque location as well as beautiful and comfortable home. It was clean and easy to find and has everything we need! Thanks we will see you next time.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

11 Mar 2023

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

Great stay, beautiful property/location

We had a wonderful stay! Property owners were very communicative and checked in to make sure everything was going smoothly! A great experience for our team!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Paul Bunnell

Welcome to Bear Springs Retreat! We are Paul and Missy, the proud owners and managers of this beautiful vacation rental. With a shared passion for hospitality and a commitment to creating a welcoming environment, we are dedicated to ensuring that every guest feels right at home during their stay.

Missy holds a degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Georgia, blending her love for nature with her artistic vision. Her experience in interior design allows her to curate inviting and stylish spaces throughout the retreat, ensuring that every corner reflects comfort and elegance. Missy takes great pride in the property’s outdoor areas, enhancing the natural beauty that surrounds us.

Paul brings a wealth of experience to Bear Springs Retreat, with a degree in Electrical Engineering from Northwestern University and over 23 years of service as a helicopter pilot in the U.S. Navy. His dedication to excellence and attention to detail shine through in every aspect of the property. Paul continues to fuel his passion for aviation as a pilot for Life Flight, where he contributes to the community in a meaningful way.

Together, we love working around the property, continually making upgrades and improvements to enhance our guests' experience. Whether it's redesigning a garden, refreshing the decor, or adding new amenities, we pour our hearts into every project, always keeping our guests' comfort and enjoyment in mind.

At Bear Springs Retreat, you’ll find a blend of nature and design, hospitality and warmth. We look forward to welcoming you and making your stay unforgettable!

What makes this property unique

Bear Springs is on 24 acres surrounded by beautiful farm land with majestic views of surrounding mountains.

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