We always have enjoyed family vacations and family reunions. For several years, our summer vacation was at Lake Powell, along the Utah and Arizona border. Finally, we decided to fulfill our dream of owning a home or cabin near a lake. In the summer of 2000, after searching through many Arizona properties, we ventured to Utah in search of a perfect property and after days of searching, still could not find what we wanted. On the last day of our trip we decided to drive up to Bear Lake to visit some see what it had to offer and see some family friends.
When we crested the summit we beheld a large, gorgeous lake of the most exquisite turquoise color and we were ecstatic. Within that year we made 6 trips to Bear Lake and finally found the property that suited us, but was unfinished. We named it Bear Lake Lodge and within six months finished the basement and other remodeling we had planned. We enjoyed our summer at the lake so much that we decided to rent it out so others could enjoy it when we were not there. The demand for family reunion lodging at Bear Lake was so great that in 2006 we purchased another property we fell in love with and named that one Fish Haven Creek Lodge, previously a Bed & Breakfast.
By this time our son and daughter had visited the lake and both loved it so much that they purchased properties in the Bear Lake area and wanted to rent those out when they were not there. Additionally, several owners in the area realized the demand and asked us to manage their property. Over the years we found we really enjoy helping others plan family reunions where they create memories to last. We are sure you will enjoy visiting our lodges and cabins for your special reunions, retreats and events. We invite you to enjoy Bear Lake and all it has to offer to make your memories that last a lifetime.
–Joyce & Steve McCown, Owners of Bear Lake Vacation Rentals
