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Vacation Rental Properties for Sale in Fruitland, Utah
Fruitland sits at about 6,500 feet on the western edge of the Uinta Basin, roughly 20 minutes east of Strawberry Reservoir on US-40. The whole appeal here for nightly-rental buyers is geography: you're close enough to Salt Lake and Provo for weekend guests to make the drive on a Friday night, but far enough into the pines that renters feel genuinely off-grid. Strawberry is one of the top trout fisheries in the western US, the Currant Creek area draws elk hunters every fall, and snowmobile traffic picks up the minute Daniels Summit gets a base. That mix of seasons is what keeps cabins booked outside of just summer.
Most rental-grade properties here fall into a few pockets — Strawberry Highlands, Timber Lakes Estates, Pinion Ridge, and the scattered acreage parcels along Highway 40. Lot sizes tend to run from a half-acre up to five-plus acres, and almost everything is on well and septic rather than municipal utilities. Buyers focused on cash flow usually want a hot tub, sleeping capacity for 8-12, paved or county-maintained road access for winter bookings, and proximity to the reservoir launch ramps. HOA rules vary widely between subdivisions, and a few do restrict nightly rentals, so the covenants matter as much as the house itself. Browse the active listings below to see what's currently on the market, and reach out if you want help sorting which neighborhoods allow short-term use.
May 2026 · Fruitland market
Live from the Utah MLS — what's actually happening in Fruitland right now.
Median sale
$274,500
2 closed in May 2026
Median DOM
3 days
listing → contract
Sale-to-list
99.8%
of final list price
Unsold inventory
17
active + pending
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Common questions
About vacation rental properties in Fruitland.
Does Fruitland allow short-term rentals? ▾
Fruitland sits in unincorporated Duchesne County, which has historically been friendly to short-term rentals compared to municipalities along the Wasatch Front. There's no city ordinance because there's no city government, but HOA-governed subdivisions like Strawberry Highlands or Timber Lakes may have their own rules. Always verify covenants before closing if nightly rental income is part of your plan.
What kind of nightly rates do Fruitland cabins command? ▾
A well-furnished 3-bedroom cabin near Strawberry Reservoir typically rents for $250-$450 per night in summer and during ice-fishing season, with premium pricing over holidays and the general deer hunt. Larger lodges that sleep 12+ can clear $600-$800 nightly. Occupancy is strongest June through October and dips during shoulder seasons.
How far is Fruitland from Salt Lake City and Provo? ▾
Fruitland is about 90 minutes from Salt Lake City via US-40 and roughly an hour from Provo over Daniels Summit. That drive time is the sweet spot for weekend renters from the Wasatch Front — close enough for a Friday-night arrival, far enough to feel remote. Park City is about 50 minutes away, which also feeds traffic.
Are these cabins usable year-round? ▾
Most newer builds in Strawberry Highlands and along Highway 40 are winterized with heated water lines and plowed access, so yes. Older A-frames in Timber Lakes and Pinion Ridge sometimes have seasonal water systems that shut down October through May. Confirm road maintenance and utility setup with your agent — winter access varies street by street.
What do buyers need to know about water and septic? ▾
Almost every property in the Fruitland area runs on a private well and septic system. Lenders will require well flow tests and septic inspections, and you'll want to budget for periodic septic pumping plus well pump replacement down the road. Culinary water hauling is a backup some owners use during dry stretches.
What's the typical price range for vacation cabins here? ▾
Entry-level cabins on smaller lots in Timber Lakes start around $350,000, while mid-range 3-4 bedroom homes on an acre or two run $550,000-$850,000. Larger custom lodges with reservoir views or acreage can push past $1.2 million. Furnished turnkey rentals with established booking history carry a premium of roughly 10-15%.