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Exterior
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Preston, ID
  • Maple Grove Hot Springs
    59 min drive
  • Beaver Mountain Ski Resort
    76 min drive
  • Bear Lake
    95 min drive
  • Logan, UT (LGU-Logan-Cache)
    45 min drive

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About this property

Giant Mountain Lodge. Private Pool. New deck. NOW accepting 2026 reservations.

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. Brand new (Fall of 2024) deck with space for the whole family. Giant (25x50 ft) Warm Spring Fed Pool. Volleyball Court. TWO Competition Horseshoe Pits. Game Room. New Air Conditioning (Spring of 2024), and a GIANT (54cf) commercial fridge/freezer.... Oh yeah, did I mention the giant private pool and TWO hot tubs. This 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....
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at this lodge. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Features include an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and an arcade/game room.
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the spa tub
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Caribou-Targhee National Forest and 13.7 mi (22 km) from Wasatch-Cache National Forest
This lodge offers its guests an outdoor pool and a spa tub. Barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly lodge.

This Preston lodge is smoke free.

Property manager

Scott Rackham

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/games room
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • A hot tub
  • Table tennis

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Beach towels
  • Books
  • Games
  • Smoke-free property
  • Video library

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Fridge
  • Spices
  • Stovetop

More

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Private pool

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Giant Mountain Lodge. Private Pool. New deck. NOW accepting 2026 reservations. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margo B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unforgettable Family Time
Our family --- children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren --- spent an unforgettable Labor Day weekend at the Cub River Lodge. The property itself accommodated all of us comfortably and provided plenty of room for whatever activity or quiet time we wanted to enjoy at the moment. The outside space is large and beautiful with so many things to do ... swim, swing, play volleyball or horseshoes, fish, or sit around a campfire making s'mores and singing together. We treasured our time and made memories that will stay with us forever.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our incredible 50th Anniversary Family Celebration
Our family gathered for a week to celebrate 50 years of marriage. 5 of our 6 children, their spouses, and 14 of our 17 grandchildren were excited to spend time together at the Red Cub Lodge. We were not disappointed in any sense of the word. We found the accommodations to be clean, comfortable, and private, close enough to the outside world, but removed enough to feel free from the burdens of crowded, busy cities, freeways, and shopping. Without question, the swimming pool and hot tubs complex was by far the favorite gathering place for everyone, especially with the temperatures in the 90's all week. The grounds were immaculate, clean, safe, and well maintained every day by our favorite host of all time, Lauren. We all felt that he was there to ensure that we were happy, safe, and comfortable at all times. He was most welcoming, and assured us that anything we might need would be provided upon request, including for our Family Olympics Day. He even took some of us on a personal tour into the furthest reaches of the Cub River Valley and shared with us the local early history and natural resources which make it such a unique and beautiful area of Idaho. As we gathered together our final evening to celebrate the 50 years, he even joined with us for a delicious dinner down by the Cub River. All in all, this experience was much more than we could have hoped for and certainly will go down in each of our lives as a very special family time of love, fun, and companionship.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Trip
While we have stayed at many places over the years. This is the only one we stayed at twice, based upon a group vote. It is a place where you can just enjoy the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orrin O.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect place for our family reunion
We had 38:at our reunion. There were lots of things that our family lived ved about this location. They have lots of rooms and lots of beds. The secluded location with tons of shade trees really added to the experience. Our family really liked th pool and hot tubs. The glamping tents were a hit too
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Family Reunion!!!
We absolutely love this property! The swimming pool was a hit! Being able to ride our four wheelers right from the property was a hit! The beautiful yard and activities was a hit! And being able to sleep 50 people in beds was so awesome! We will be coming back for sure! This is our favorite spot for our family reunion. The updates made were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L., Hurricane, UT

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic Family Vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed our family reunion held at Red Cub Lodge. The venue was as described, with plenty of room for our large group, both inside and out. We particularly enjoyed the spring-fed swimming pool and dual hot tubs. The property manager was communicative and helpful. We will definitely consider staying at this lovely place again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Reunion
We had a great stay. Lots of room for everyone, and things to do on the property and the surrounding area. It is a beautiful oasis and everyone had a great time. Thank you Lauren and Scott for being great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wallace H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Family Reunion
We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Lodge! The facility was more than ample for our group of 30. The kitchen had everything necessary to prepare meals. The fresh water pool was a hit and a favorite activity. The babbling river, two glamping tents, fire ring, volleyball, horseshoe pits, beanie toss and beautiful natural surrounding all added to a most enjoyable visit. We also appreciated Loren's advice, helpfulness and friendship!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

B B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Endless amounts of fun!
Our big family had such a great time! Didn’t need anything extra to fill our time. The yard and swings were amazing! We rented this place for the yard and it did not disappoint. Thank you! The pool was amazing. We just wished that it had a lock on it to more easily keep the little kids out.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

J. Dale C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Loren Rackham was very accommodating and kind. We enjoyed the beautiful grounds and facilities. It was a great place for our large family retreat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great all around!
Our stay here was perfect in every way. Communication leading up to our stay was always quick and our questions always answered. Arrival was seamless and everything was as expected. The owner, who lives on site, was always there when we needed, but didn't intrude. The grounds were well kept and the whole place was beautiful. Everyone decided they would want to go back! Thanks again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for a large group.
Fantastic property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margo B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Liked: Cleanliness
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.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we were looking for, and more
Outstanding property with everything we needed! Prior to our arrival, I spoke with Scott, the owner, who assured me that there would be plenty of towels, linens, pool floaties, spices, toilet paper, etc., and he sure delivered! Beautifully kept property, inside and out! Comfortable beds, great sleeping arrangements! Kitchen stocked better than any other Vrbo we’ve stayed! Ice machine was a huge plus! The owner’s father is the sweet caretaker and lives on the property, but is very unobtrusive. He responds immediately to your questions and concerns, and is very helpful. We really enjoyed him. Never heard “I’m bored” from any of our grandchildren, ages 1-16, all week. The kids and adults alike enjoyed the outdoor activities together, whether swimming, sitting in one of the hot tubs, playing volleyball, corn hole, fishing, or just relaxing with a book on the comfortable hammocks, listening to the sounds of the rushing river. Nights were spent around the campfire, talking, laughing, and making s’mores and memories. This will definitely go down in our book as one of our most memorable and favorite family vacations! This property gets two thumbs up from our group and I would undoubtedly recommend a stay at the Red Club Lodge for any family who wants to disconnect from the electronic world and reconnect with each other! Thanks, Scott, for helping us create these wonderful family memories! And thanks for the delicious cherries, Lauren! They were yummy!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bahnu N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
We had our wedding here and the property was beautiful! The Lodge and grounds are just as amazing as the photos. Scott was very responsive and helpful during the planning process. The owner of the property lives above the garage and he was also very helpful and let us use his tools and other items to set up for the wedding.

8/10 Good

Blake W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We loved our stay. This was the third year in a row staying here but unfortunately I’m not sure we’ll be able to go back as the rates have increased. The only complaints are with the AC, it gets quite hot and the ac units don’t quite keep up especially two upstairs bedrooms as the power kept cutting off and the rooms became unbearable. Overall we love this place and we’re sad to be looking for another place for our reunion next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect wedding weekend
We hosted our family and friends for a long wedding weekend, including a ceremony and reception in the backyard. It could not have been more perfect - all weekend it was so nice to have so many little spots for small groups to break off and hang out, whether they wanted to sit in the shade and chat, play lawn games, nap in a swing, or swim. The willows and the river were just stunningly gorgeous and the house was exactly as expected per the photos - neat, clean, and very comfortable. The kitchen was perfect for hosting such a massive group (32 overnight guests and up to 52 daily). Laurin was so wonderful throughout the planning process, promptly answering my questions and going above and beyond to research solutions for us. Everyone kept saying it was the perfect spot. We highly recommend the Red Cub Lodge and already can’t wait to plan a trip back!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Reunion
We had a family reunion for my husband's 70 birthday and all of our children and grandchildren came - 30 in all! It was the perfect setting for us! So relaxing! Everyone loved the swimming pool & hot tubs and spent a great deal of time there. There were even plenty of life jackets and water floatees. Both of the glamping tents were used and appreciated. There were plenty of gathering spaces both in the house and in the picturesque area between the hillside and the Cub River. A very friendly robin often came visiting and my husband was thrilled to see a lazuli bunting with it's brilliant blue head. There is a fridge/freezer downstairs in addition to the one in the kitchen which was helpful. We had everything we needed for our meals. Preston is about a 20 minute drive from the lodge if you need anything. On our last night we had a campfire & roasted marshmallows at one of the two firepit areas. That's when I noticed the pretty solar lights in the trees, around the glamping tents and pool. Magical! The huge TV in the living room is great but if you want to watch a movie it's wise to bring a dvd. Streaming will be difficult. Two rooms upstairs were a little warm because there was either no AC unit or it kept flipping the circuit but it was a small inconvenience. It would get down in the 50's at night which cooled things off nicely. Our daughter just posted on our family Messenger board... "My only complaint about the reunion is that it wasn't long enough." :)

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property!
This property is a hidden jem! Right off the main canyon road, but feels like your own little oasis! So much to do on the grounds with the swings, hammocks, corn hole, horse shoe, pool, hot tub, and just relaxing listening to the river! River not for playing in- is too fast moving and rocky for that. But it sure is beautiful!! The on site host Lauren was so nice!! He was there when you need him, but we did not feel like he was intruding or anything of the sort. We didn't really see him the whole time! It was actually nice how much he helped to get us settled and answer our questions when we got there. He even took a few of us in his car up the canyon to show us the best places to hike and ride our 4 wheelers. The 'A' tour! ;) You'll love your stay and all the space inside. A couple notes: the floor in the basement is a coated cement with a few rugs. Unexpected for us, but did not phase us or our kids one bit! (And it's easier clean up if you have any spills!) Tons of towels for the bathrooms and even more for the pool! We Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Your house is my house!
We just had a great family reunion at Red Cub. The accommodations were great but the owners willingness to ensure all our needs were met were impressive. We even got a little tour of the area. What an awesome experience. Truly fun for the whole family. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny A.

Liked: Cleanliness
All-inclusive Property
This was a great location and lodge with beautiful grounds, completely stocked house and lots of activities for all 33 of us....pool, hot tubs, glamping tents, volleyball, horseshoe, corn hole game, and more. Scott and Lauren were great hosts, helpful and accommodating. Recommend this property to any and all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023