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Good Bear Ranch Mountain Retreat - Connect with What You Love

Family-friendly cabin in Baker City

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Games room
7 bedrooms, desk, travel cot, free WiFi
Miscellaneous
Nestled at the base of the Elkhorn Mountains, this rustic log home offers a serene escape amidst 250 acres of wilderness. Enjoy hiking, snowshoeing, and stargazing right outside your door or explore nearby Anthony Lakes ski area and Historic Baker City. Inside, unwind by one of two massive stone fireplaces or lounge on leather couches surrounded by original artwork.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

7 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20511 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Good Bear Ranch Mountain Retreat - Connect with What You Love

See also: goodbearranch.com
This, one of a kind, rustic log home tucked into the base of the Elkhorn Mountains is anything but rustic when it comes to amenities. It is a large (5200 Sq. Ft.) home located on 250 acres bordered by Wallowa Whitman National Forest. There is scenery, hiking, snowshoeing, wildlife and big starry skies right out the backdoor. You are within minutes of The Elkhorn Crest Trail and many Wilderness access options. Anthony Lakes ski area is 19 miles away. It is a 10 mile trip into Historic Baker City.
Please be aware that this is a "country experience". This means that there is more dust, especially after a hot, dry summer. There are also flies that migrate into the house during warm days accompanied by cold fall nights. This lasts for 3-4 weeks from late September until mid to late October. They are harmless but admittedly annoying. If this is a concern for you then please check with me before renting during this time of the year.
Seven plus bedrooms and four baths accommodate up to 16 people. Air mattresses are available for overflow. It is a perfect spot for a group retreat or workshop. The main living areas are well suited to meetings or workshops in a relaxed, elegant setting. WiFi access lets everyone stay in touch with customers while enjoying a few days of team building. Please note that wifi is Satellite which means 3-4 average users but not high performance as one might want for multible video game streamers.

Behind the house there is a grassy, wooded area with a large fire pit, water access and picnic table. Make smores, tell stories or simply listen to the elk bugling across the meadow. The house has a large wrap around deck, including a furnished, covered area (we lounge over coffee and breakfast here in warm weather) near the kitchen/main entry.

The house was built in 1979 with large diameter, hand hewn spruce logs. We recently completed a three year renovation project that provides top quality finish materials and modern amenities. The casual but elegant feel of the house is accentuated by hardwood floors, granite countertops, oriental carpets, chrystal chandeliers, antique furniture, leather couches original artwork and fine bedding. It has a gourmet kitchen (farm sink, professional, dual fuel range) capable of feeding a crowd. Two massive floor to ceiling stone fireplaces grace the main living areas, both upstairs and down. There are spectacular views out every window.

There are two open loft bedrooms. One with two twin beds and one with a queen bed. There is a catwalk between bedrooms overlooking the living room. The privacy is a bit limited here but the charm is not.

The main floor hosts a large entry way for depositing all of your outdoor gear, aforementioned kitchen with counter seating for 8-10, dining room with seating at the large table for up to 14 and a comfy conversation area of leather sofa and chairs, an additional sitting room with sofa, four comfy chairs and TV/DVD, small bath with toilet, shower and sink, large 'spa' bath with jetted tub and two sinks, small sun room perfect for a temporary bedroom or warming up on a winter day. Most of the main floor has high vaulted ceilings of knotty pine tongue and groove planks. For those requiring a main floor (No Stairs) bedroom option, the sitting room can be closed off with curtains and the hideaway queen sofa bed can be set up.

Downstairs are five more bedrooms, two bathrooms and an expansive game room. The master bedroom (Pineberry)has a queen bed, pull out queen couch and TV/DVD. The master bath has a toilet, shower and two sinks. The pink (Ladyslipper)room has a queen bed, large closet and child's pop up, portable 'crib'. The (Cedarberry)room has a queen bed and large closet. The blue (Huckleberry)has a double bed. The yellow (Sunburst)has a double bed. The game room has a pool/ping pong table, foosball table, TV/DVD/Wii and access to high speed network. Please note that the Blue Room is in a corner location reachable through either the Cedarberry or Sundburst rooms. It does not have direct access.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 5,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

46fdaa0b-f559-4486-a6a4-3542b771b4bd
Chateau / Country House

About the area

Map
Baker City, OR

What's nearby

  • Oregon Trail Monument - 19 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Adler House Museum - 22 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Baker City Mini-Loop - 23 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Anthony Lakes Ski Area - 50 min drive - 61.7 km
  • Hot Lake Springs - 56 min drive - 77.1 km

Getting around

  • Pendleton, OR (PDT-Eastern Oregon Regional) - 108 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Good Bear Ranch Mountain Retreat - Connect with What You Love pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Good Bear Ranch Mountain Retreat - Connect with What You Love?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Good Bear Ranch Mountain Retreat - Connect with What You Love?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Good Bear Ranch Mountain Retreat - Connect with What You Love?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Good Bear Ranch Mountain Retreat - Connect with What You Love located?

This family-friendly Baker City cabin is located in the mountains, 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Leo Adler Memorial Parkway and Geiser Pollman Park. Baker City Mini-Loop and Quail Ridge Golf Course are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Good Bear Ranch Mountain Retreat - Connect with What You Love Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 145 out of 156 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 156 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 156 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 156 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 156 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

Fantastic time

Great house and property. Owner was FANTASTIC to deal with
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

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

Always a great stay!

We have been coming to Good Bear for years and it is always a great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

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

Winter Anthony Lakes Friendscation

Stunning views, spacious rooms, amazing kitchen, the bathrooms were easy to share, the toy closet for the kids was exceptional. We had the most beautiful time at Good Bear Ranch. An absolute gem to call home for a long weekend. Looking forward to booking again next winter!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Riley D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Our Review

We would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

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

Another great year at Good Bear!

Always a great place for our group to gather!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B., Portland

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

Fun Family Cabin

Great place to stay with groups. We've come back now for more fun.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

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

Drake Family Reunion

This was an amazing time and stay for our family. The house and property are beautiful. Kitchen had everything we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

Great place for large groups!

We were excited to see such a well stocked kitchen in a rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful house that was spacious and set in an amazing area. This was a great escape from the city. Tons to do and had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

matt s.

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

Wow - amazing place

Everything perfect, highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Amazing Property and a Amazing House!

Great base for skiing at Anthony Lakes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ryann M., Boise idaho

Best peaceful home away from home

This place is beautiful both inside the cabin and in the nature outside! We loved every minute at Good Bear Ranch. Didn't want to leave and can't wait to go back! Thank you for having and sharing such a lovely place!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great experience

Everything was wonderful. We've stayed before and hope to keep returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ryann M., Boise idaho

Fabulous!

I can't say enough about how fabulous this place is or how welcoming the experience! We can't wait to come back :)

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Very comfortable and clean

This home was great for my large group. We planned a ski and Cat Ski trip at ANTHONY LAKES and this house was by far the best place in the area we have stayed. Thank you for making our trip enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jaro P.

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

Amazing winter Friend / Family Retreat

This property is awesome. Great for large groups and all ages. In the winter, kids can go sledding right in the property with parents watching from inside. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Wonderful

We stayed at Good Bear Ranch for a week long extended family get together. Kids and adults, everyone had a wonderful time. So much to see and appreciate. Very comfortable, beautiful, house and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Glenda J.

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

Wonderful weekend of family connectedness!

This property was absolutely perfect for our small family reunion. The setting is idyllic, the log home is gorgeous, and the kitchen was well stocked. What a perfect place for sharing meals, visits, and relaxed time together as an extended family. Thank you for the privilege!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Amy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cabin in the Mountains

Our family has the pleasure of staying at the Good Bear and we had a wonderful time! We hiked the trails behind the cabin every morning, noon and evening. Saw tons of deer, wild turkeys and birds. Enjoyed the cooking in the gorgeous kitchen and relaxing by the fire! We would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patty L.

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

Anthony Lakes/ Good Bear Ranch DH/XC

Our group of 11 ladies ages 69-88 had an great stay at GBR. The location is close to the ski hill and Baker City. The discounted ski tickets were a plus. Accommodations were perfect however the Family Room still has a lumpy mattress but we managed. Lots of options with air mattresses or cots.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Wonderful Ski Cabin for Groups

Had a wonderful stay at the Good Bear Ranch. The weather is strange this year, not allowing us to ski at the cabin. We had 13 people this year and everyone loved the cabin. Can't wait for next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Perfect meeting venue

Our conservation group chose Good Bear Ranch as a venue for a two day planning meeting. It was perfect., big kitchen for meal prep., lots of room for our group to meet and plenty of sleeping space. Country style WiFi is slow but that was not an issue for us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pam B.

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

Great for family reunion!

This was a great location for our family reunion of 15 people. The kitchen was big and made meal preps easy. Kids loved the game room and it kept them occupied when the adults needed some down time. Views were awesome. Saw turkeys, deer, birds and a large herd of elk. It is definitely on our list of places we want to come back to.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Addie E.

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

Stacey & Kinkade Family

This house was amazing!!! It was a wonderful set up and beautiful scenery from mountains to wildlife. The house had something for everyone from kids to dogs there was never a dull moment. So thankful to find this place and excited to come back again soon! Robin & Katie we’re both super easy to work with very responsive! Thank you so much!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

You have to be crazy.

You have to be out of your mind if you don't throughly enjoy, no love, Good Bear Ranch. It is a "magical" experience. And the owner, Robin is awesome. Enjoy your stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017