Thousand Lake Lodge near Capitol Reef

Thousand Lake Lodge sleeps 52 near Capitol Reef and Fish Lake across a grand lodge, 3 private suites and 7 cowboy cabins, all reserved for your group. Commercial kitchen, dining room, game room with ping pong, huge year-round hot tub, lighted sport court (pickleball, tennis, basketball), playground, fire pit, a grill and a Blackstone. Fast WiFi and room for trailers, boats and RVs. Weddings and events welcome with advance approval.

THE SPACE

A luxury rustic retreat built for reunions, corporate retreats, workshops and multi-family vacations, with private suites and cabins so everyone gets their own space. Weddings, retreats and events are welcome when disclosed and approved in advance.

*️⃣THE LODGE*️⃣
✔ Large gathering room with comfortable seating and warm wood finishes
✔ Game room with ping pong and a Roku TV
✔ Commercial kitchen: industrial refrigerators and freezers, two large ranges, an ice maker and the equipment to feed a crowd
✔ Dining room for large-group meals
✔ Half bath, free laundry room with washer and dryer, and storage for tables and chairs

*️⃣3 ATTACHED SUITES*️⃣ (each with its own exterior entrance)
✔ Suite 1: King bed and spa-style bathroom with soaking tub and walk-in shower
✔ Suites 2 & 3: Queen bed + double-over-double bunk bed
✔ Every suite: kitchenette, private bathroom, Roku TV, central heating and cooling

*️⃣7 COWBOY CABINS*️⃣ (along a lit pathway behind the lodge)
✔ Cabin 1: King bed
✔ Cabins 2-7: Queen bed + double-over-double bunk bed
✔ Every cabin: desk or counter space, private bathroom, Roku TV, individual heating and cooling

*️⃣OUTDOORS*️⃣
✔ Massive year-round hot tub, the largest size short of a swim spa
✔ Wood-burning fire pit with built-in half-circle seating
✔ Mixed-use sport court for pickleball, tennis and basketball, with overhead lighting
✔ Playground
✔ Patio seating with a grill and a Blackstone flat top
✔ Landscaping and pathway lighting

*️⃣COMFORT*️⃣
✔ Fast WiFi across the property
✔ Roku smart TVs with Guest Mode
✔ Parking for vehicles, trailers, boats and RVs

Late fall at Capitol Reef brings crisp days, quiet trails, and dark, starry skies. Hunters can use the lodge as a base camp during Utah`s general-season muzzleloader elk hunt (Oct 28-Nov 5), and there`s room for the whole crew at Thanksgiving (Nov 26).

ACCESS

The entire property is reserved for your group: the grand lodge, all three suites and all seven cowboy cabins.
✔ Lodge: gathering room, game room, commercial kitchen, dining hall, half bath, laundry room and storage
✔ Suites and cabins: each with its own exterior entrance, private bathroom, Roku TV and dedicated heating and cooling
✔ Outdoors: the year-round hot tub, fire pit, lighted sport court, playground, patio seating, grill, Blackstone and landscaped grounds
✔ Plenty of parking for vehicles, trailers, boats and RVs

Weddings, retreats and events are welcome when disclosed and approved in advance.

‼️SPECIAL NOTES‼️

-Guest verification is required before arrival. This helps ensure a smooth check‑in and protects both guests and the property.
-The lodge, suites, and cabins are cleaned thoroughly and treated regularly, but this is a rural mountain and desert environment. Occasional bugs inside are possible. Despite our best efforts, it is likely that you will find dead moths, flies or other bugs upon arrival, we provide a vacuum for your use to vacuum up unsightly dead bugs. Keeping doors closed and food sealed helps minimize this.
-Wildlife is common in the area. You may see deer, elk, birds, or other local animals around the property.
-The playground includes swings, a slide, climbing features, and other structures. Adult supervision is required at all times.
-Children must be supervised when using the playground, sport court, hot tub, fire pit, or any outdoor amenities.
-Weather and seasonal conditions may affect outdoor features.
-The hot tub is available year‑round. Please use it responsibly and follow posted guidelines.
-For your safety and quiet enjoyment, exterior security cameras monitor the property’s entry points and outdoor common areas.
House Rules
The Guest agrees to abide by the following house rules and understand that any violation of the following rule may result in extra fees and/or cancellation of the booking without refund. Violation of any of these rules may result in an admin fee of $50 added to any other lost item, damage, extra cleaning or incidental fees associated with the violation per violation incident.


Tobacco, Alcohol and Drug Usage
1. No Smoking, Vaping, or use of marijuana at any time anywhere on the property.
2. No illegal substances of any kind anywhere on the premises.
3. Smoking of any kind in or near the property will result in a minimum of $250 cleaning fee and eviction from the property without refund.


Being a Good Neighbor
1. No Parties, events, birthdays, bachelor, or bachelorette stays, get-togethers, hangouts, or the like.
2. Quiet time in our neighborhood begins at 10pm and ends at 8am.
3. Be respectful of neighbors.
4. Do not have more guests than stated on your reservation and no unapproved visitors. There is a $50 per night fee for every guest not listed on the reservation.
5. No loud music or disturbances. Especially after quiet hours which start at 10:00 PM
6. Do not use shared amenities outside of their posted allowed time frames.
7. Do not park in any assigned parking spaces that have not been assigned to the guest. Do not park anywhere parking is not allowed. The owner is not respondible for damage, or costs incurred due to improper parking.


Check-In and Check-Out
1. The check-in form with attached photo government ID an photo of responsible party must be filled out before arrival. The Guest will not be sent the door code at the designated check-in time unless this form is filled out properly. Incomplete check-in forms may result in cancellation of the reservation. Reservations cancelled less than 5 days before check-in due to an incomplete check-in form are not subject to refund.
2. Early check-ins can never be guaranteed prior to the day of check-in at 11:00 AM. Confirmation of early check-in will be sent in writing via SMS, Email or the booking channel’s messaging platform between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM on the check-in day. The cost for early check-in is $10 for every full hour early that both parties agree on.
3. Standard check-in is any time after 4:00 PM
4. Checkout is by 11:00 AM. Due to cleaning requirements, we cannot offer late check-outs. The owner reserve the right to charge $75 for every 30 minutes after 11 AM for unapproved late check-out.
7. Please follow check-in and check-out instructions as detailed in messages sent via the booking channel, text message and listed in the guidebook.
8. The unit is equipped for self-check-in and the Owner will not be present during the check-in process.


Pets
1. Pets are only allowed if the pet is listed on the reservation, and the accompanying pet fee is paid prior to the start of the reservation.
2. Pets must be on a leash or in a secure container in all public areas of the apartment complex except the dog park (if applicable.)
3. You must pick up after your pets and dispose of feces in an appropriate manner.
4. Uncontrolled barking or other pet noise can lead to noise complaints. If it becomes an ongoing issue, we reserve the right to terminate the reservation without refund.
5. Pet urine or feces found in the apartment will lead to a minimum of $100 extra cleaning fee per incident.
6. The Guest will be responsible for any repair of any damage to the property or replacement of any broken items caused by their pets, or service animals. The Guest should make The Owner aware of any incidents that will require repair or replacement in a timely manner to allow The Owner time to schedule repairs or order replacements. The Guest may be responsible for the daily rate of extra days that the unit cannot be rented out to other guests due to such damage.
7. The Guest is responsible for removing all fur from furniture and decorations. The Owner strongly recommends not allowing dogs to sit on couches, decorative pillows, or beds. The Owner will charge an extra cleaning fee of no less than $50 if pet fur does not come clean during standard cleaning operations.


Caring for the Property
1. Do not leave vomit, blood, or feces in the apartment. Any extra cost for cleaning any of these biohazard substances will be charged to the guest.
2. Do not flush anything other than human waste and toilet paper down the toilet.
3. Do not put oil, grease, bones or any other non-water-soluble items down the drains.
4. Do not wash dishes in the bathroom sink.
5. Run the kitchen sink disposal every time food waste goes down the drain.
6. Plumbing repair costs will be passed on to the guest.
7. If you open it, close it. If you borrow it, return it. If you turn it on, turn it off. If you break it, fix it. If you use it, take care of it. If you make a mess, clean it up. If you move it, put it back.
8. Any items removed from the property, broken, destroyed, or lost will be replaced at the guest’s cost. Some costs include:
$50 - TV Remote
$75 - Amenities fob
$10 - Batteries from apartment devices such as door locks, remotes, smoke detectors, security devices, etc.
9. Do not burn candles, incense, or any other open flames.
10. Always lock the door. We want you and your things to be safe.
11. Do not place diapers or other garbage in the hallway or breezeway. Follow all apartment complex rules for garbage disposal.