Giant Mountain Lodge. Private Pool. 2025 Summer Dates NOW available

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Preston, ID

Beaver Mountain Ski Resort76 min drive
Bear Lake Marina90 min drive
Bear Lake95 min drive
Pocatello, ID (PIH-Pocatello Regional)108 min drive

Rooms & beds

11 bedrooms (sleeps 50)

Army Barracks

+7

9 Single Bunk Beds and 2 Single Beds

Captain's Quarters - Garden Level

2 Queen Beds

Game Room Beds

2 Single Beds

Girls Bunks - 2nd Floor

+4

1 King Bed, 3 Queen Beds and 4 Single Beds

Glamping Tent #1 -- Glen

1 King Bed

Glamping Tent #2 -- Riverside

1 King Bed

Laura's Nook

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Back Master

1 King Bed

Main Floor Front Master

1 King Bed

Safari Suite - Second Floor

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs Double Queen Room

2 Queen Beds

Upstairs Heritage Suite - 2nd Floor

1 King Bed

7 bathrooms

Basement Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Hallway Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Suite Back Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Suite Front Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Safari Room Suite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Back Master Suite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Hallway Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This place just keeps getting better. The newly renovated Red Cub Lodge is bigger, nicer and better than it has ever been before with room for the whole family. Eight bedrooms, Seven baths. Two enormous Glamping Tents with King Beds. Giant Warm Spring Fed Pool. Volleyball Court. TWO Competition Horseshoe Pits. Game Room. (Did I mention the giant private pool) and TWO hot tubs. 4500 Sq Ft home on 2.7 acres. on the banks of the Cub River Sleeps @50.

The Red Cub Lodge has been hosting groups and families for years, and it’s now BETTER than ever. Nestled between the Cub River and the mountain, you will be surrounded by the great outdoors while you enjoy your stay. Located only a few hundred yards from the National Forest at the top of Cub River Canyon, the Red Cub Lodge is the perfect gathering place for your next family adventure. With world class fishing, four-wheeling, snowmobiling, and hiking at your doorstep the Red Cub Lodge will keep everyone entertained on your next family get vacation. Bear Lake, Lava Hot Springs, Minnetonka Cave, Maple Grove Hot Springs, Glendale Reservoir, Cherry Peak Ski Resort and Bloomington lake are all nearby. For family reunions, adventuring, or just lounging by the warm spring-fed private pool, the Red Cub Lodge delivers. Book your stay today.

Any questions about the property, just ask us....

Property manager

Scott Rackham

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Preston Vacation Rental | 5BR | 4BA | 6,700 Sq Ft | 1 Step to Access

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party 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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Preston

Located in Preston, this lodge is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Bear Lake Marina and Maple Grove Hot Springs are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Caribou-Targhee National Forest and Wasatch-Cache National Forest. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

Preston, ID

What's nearby

Cherry Peak Resort - 38 min drive
Beaver Mountain Ski Resort - 76 min drive
Bear Lake National Wildlife Refuge - 88 min drive
Bear Lake Marina - 90 min drive
Bear Lake - 95 min drive

Getting around

Pocatello, ID (PIH-Pocatello Regional) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

Inside Tract - 32 min drive
Western Dutch Oven Cooking - 11 min walk
Deer Cliff Inn Restaurant - 3 min walk
Arctic Circle Restaurant - 20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Giant Mountain Lodge. Private Pool. 2025 Summer Dates NOW available have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Giant Mountain Lodge. Private Pool. 2025 Summer Dates NOW available pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Giant Mountain Lodge. Private Pool. 2025 Summer Dates NOW available?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Giant Mountain Lodge. Private Pool. 2025 Summer Dates NOW available?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Giant Mountain Lodge. Private Pool. 2025 Summer Dates NOW available located?

This family-friendly Preston lodge is located on the waterfront, 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Caribou-Targhee National Forest, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Wasatch-Cache National Forest and Bear River. Cherry Peak Resort and Maple Grove Hot Springs are also within 25 miles (40 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Margo B.

7 Sept 2023

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

Precious Family Time

Our family of 30+ stayed at the property over Labor Day weekend, and our experience was memorable in every good way. The lodge and property more than met our expectations with lots of space to gather inside together, well-stocked kitchen and an abundance of bathrooms, individual space for everyone, beautiful outdoor space for activities of every sort. It was precious family time we'll remember for a long time to come. We hope to make more memories there in the future, too.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanna B.

25 Aug 2023

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

Great Location!

We loved our stay at the lodge! Lots of beds and plenty of open spaces for playing games etc. But the pool is the STAR of the place, it is one of the most amazing pools we’ve ever been in. The warm spring water made all the difference! No chlorine or any chemicals just pure mountain water. Loved it! If you plan on cooking a lot as I did, the kitchen could use some upgraded tools and small appliances but that wasn’t an issue for me as I brought all of my cooking necessities from home. Overall it was a fantastic stay and we would love to come again.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

13 Aug 2023

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

Preston Idaho Reunion

We had a lovely family reunion at the cub river property. The kitchen is well equipped for a large group. The owner lives on the property, which was great. He provided our group a lot of privacy while still being available to help us navigate local hikes and access features of the property. The pool is well equipped with flotation devices and life jackets, the children lived in the pool! Our family went on hikes, toured caves, enjoyed the hot springs, and spent a day at Bear Lake. The main family room has large couches to seat a large group, which was great for movies! At the cabin there was movies, horse shoes, fire pits, hot tubs, and swimming. Overall enough space to facilitate alone time while keeping five families under one roof to facilitate bonding. Thank you for having our large group, we had a blast.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie D., Spanish Fork, UT

9 Aug 2023

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

Dream Vacation for Family

We had a family reunion at the Red Cub Lodge. Scott was incredibly kind and accommodating to let us look at the property prior to our stay. Loren the property caretaker was as kind to us as could be. He was helpful and full of knowledge about the area and the property. The cabin is a little bit older as most cabins are but they have done a fantastic job of updating it and making great use of the space for a big group. It was really clean which was a huge bonus as we have stayed at several that have not been taken care of so nicely. The outdoor part of it was probably everybody's favorite. We had people fishing, the swings throughout the yard were always in use, the volleyball and cornhole were a huge hit. The pool and hot tubs were never empty either. It was awesome to look around and see so many kids outside playing together instead of on their phones. We will be coming back again. Thank you for the opportunity to enjoy such a beautiful place!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquie S.

6 Aug 2023

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

Family Vacation

Red Cub Lodge is magical! Our first big family vacation with 24 people and it was amazing! Loved sleeping in the tents with the sounds of the water rushing by! Wonderful experience and wonderful host!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Scott Rackham

We love the outdoors, and this home lets us enjoy all that Southern Idaho / Northern Utah has to offer. Our family loves to hike, climb, swim, raft, cycle, and ski.

Why they chose this property

Finding a property that is "on the river" with enough land to not feel like you are falling in the river is a tough balancing act. Red Cub Lodge nails it. You can hear the river from every open window, without worrying that the river is going to swallow you up. The proximity to the National Forest allowing us to ride straight from the house to the ATV and Snowmobile trails is HUGE. Finally, the warm spring. It heats the house, it fills the pool and hot tub, it is the heart of the home. We love having the spring as a part of the experience.

What makes this property unique

Acres of River Frontage / Bridge entrance
Secluded. Just your group.
Fishing on site
Warm Spring Heated Pool (72-74 degrees year round)
Two Hot Tubs
Two Fire Rings
Two private Giant Glamping Tents near the river with King-sized beds in each.
National Forest access for ATV and Snowmobiles
2.7 Acres
4,600 SQ FT.
Sleeps 50