Lake Retreat Close to Town and Enjoy Nature on Bike Trail

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

4.6

Outstanding(52 Reviews)

Cabin in Watertown, SD

12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

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About this cabin rental

Cozy cabin home on beautiful, shady, tree filled lot on private North Lake Drive of Lake Kampeska. Close to Kampeska Lodge for hunting and fishing advice and supplies, also convenient to Highway 20, for easy drive to Watertown and shopping or Lakefront dining at North Shore Restaurant. There are three large parks and bike trails encircling the lake. Bike trail access is across the road going by the property.

South Dakota is famous for it's fishing and hunting. You can fish on the many nearby lakes for walleye, pike, and bass. Pheasants are heard daily from the property and duck, goose, and deer hunting are popular in the fall.

Watertown is known for the Terry Redlin Art Museum, Historic Goss Opera House, Casino Speedway Racing, and many other fun activities.

This property is 3.5 hours West of Minneapolis, MN on Hwy 212, 2 hours North of Sioux Falls, SD on Interstate 29, or 2.5 hours South of Fargo, ND on Interstate 29. Watertown is centrally located on the Eastern side of the Coteau Des Prairies Lake Region. It is an easy one day drive from The Black Hills of South Dakota and Mount Rushmore.

Keywords: lakefront home, dock, on north shore of Lake Kampeska

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Watertown, SD

Nearby attractions

Bramble Park Zoo

8 mi

The Codington County Heritage Museum

9.7 mi

Mellette House

8.7 mi

Family Aquatic Center

9.6 mi

Lake Retreat Close to Town and Enjoy Nature on Bike Trail

4.6

Outstanding(52 Reviews)

Cabin in Watertown, SD

12 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

Book with confidenceWe partner with the top travel sites so you know you're getting a great deal on the perfect rental

About this cabin rental

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Garden

Map of Watertown, SD

Nearby attractions

Bramble Park Zoo

8 mi

The Codington County Heritage Museum

9.7 mi

Mellette House

8.7 mi

Family Aquatic Center

9.6 mi

Reviews

4.6

Outstanding(52 Reviews)

4.6

Aug 2024

Property Manager was very prompt and responsive in communicating. Overall the cabin met all of our basic needs and we enjoyed our stay. Upon arrival, the basic up keep of the outside needs more attention to detail (knock down the cob webs, broom & weed eat) and the inside floors, windows, and kitchen simply need cleaned. Bathrooms, Linens and bedding were very clean. We enjoyed the beautiful lake and peaceful setting. Washer and dryer are on premise but tucked away in the basement. Overall, it meets the basic needs but could use some attention to small details and updating to bring it up to a 5 star.

4.6

Aug 2024

The view is great - excellent location. Good for families. The home is equipped with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Thank you!

4.6

Jul 2024

This was an adorable house, in a good area, easy to get to everything and the back view of the lake was wonderful! The responsiveness of the owner/main contact, Paula, was very quick to respond which was appreciated. We all fit comfortably and it worked just fine for us. The only main issue we had was the cleanliness. While the house was clean as far as the bathroom and kitchen goes which is huge! The outside just needs a good pressure washing and the inside ceilings, walls and floors need to be cleaned of the spiderwebs and bugs. The bugs are everywhere. All and all it worked for us and we appreciated the view of the lake very much!

4.6

Jun 2024

Our family enjoyed the time spent together. We visited the zoo, water park, and a hotel waterpark. The children enjoyed playing outside. Unfortunately, the only fish that someone caught was a big carp!

4.6

Nov 2023

Property worked out great for us. Everything was well supplied and suited our needs.

4.6

Jul 2023

The facility was fine. Excellent upstair bedroom arrangement for family with kids. Parking was good. Dock was good. Furnishings were good. My only and major complaint is that the evenings and nights were so pleasant that I wanted to sleep with the windows open. Somewhere, relatively close to the east, a dog barked ALL NIGHT LONG! If I wanted to spend the evenings/nights with windows closed and air conditioning running, I would have stayed in Texas. Not fair to the hosts, I know.

4.6

Jun 2023

The property/house was perfect for our family vacation. The dock to the lake was a kiddo favorite for swimming and fishing. The owner was great at communicating with house details. We’d definitely go back again!!

4.6

Jun 2023

The rental house was just what we wanted to relax by the lake. Everyone liked the casual feel of the house.

4.6

Oct 2022

No issues with anything. Owner was great to communicate with

4.6

Aug 2022

Nice place on the lake. Served us well as we were in Watertown working-mainly at night and sleeping during the day. Roomy and comfortable. Good alternative to a motel/hotel. Exterior of house needs some attention to all the cobwebs/etc. and tree limb trimming. could not sit outside and eat due to hordes of flies- maybe that time-of-the-year thing. Could be a really nice place with a little more TLC.

4.6

Aug 2022

If internet isn’t important to you, then the spotty use of the neighbors service will be fine. Fortunately no one in our group had any work issues requiring their use of the service though WiFi was advertised as available. Would also recommend a little deeper cleaning, but I understand that spiders are pesky at Lake Kampesky (pun intended).

4.6

Jul 2021

This place had an amazing view while sitting outside on the lake side. Beds were a little small and hard but over all a good place to stay if your looking to be on the lake.

4.6

Jul 2021

Lake life

Lake life

This place had an amazing view while sitting outside on the lake side. Beds were a little small and hard but over all a good place to stay if your looking to be on the lake.

4.6

Jul 2021

Great place for a get away. Out family enjoyed the stay. Our 3 year old grandsons caught some,nice,bluegills off the dock. No wi-fi available was the only problem. Thanks letting us enjoy your lake cabin

4.6

Jul 2021

Kempeska lake get away

Kempeska lake get away

4.6

Mar 2021

One couldn’t ask for a nicer place to unwind and enjoy the lake view

4.6

Mar 2021

Lakefront retreat

Lakefront retreat

One couldn’t ask for a nicer place to unwind and enjoy the lake view

4.6

Jul 2020

Great location on the lake and very comfortable.

4.6

Jul 2020

Great Lake House

Great Lake House

Great location on the lake and very comfortable.

4.6

Apr 2020

Great Stay

Great Stay

Really nice place to stay!

4.6

Jul 2019

Summer Tradition

Summer Tradition

We have stayed at the property a number of times. Location is excellent and the property provides excellent value for the money. Can't beat the view.

4.6

Jul 2019

Great Stay at the Lake Kampeska

Great Stay at the Lake Kampeska

Our family had a very nice stay at this property. We were in town for a family reunion and had a total of 8 people in the house (5 adults and 3 kids) WiFi worked great and we were able to do a few loads of laundry as well (on the back end of a longer trip). The trundle bed upstairs offers a nice view of the lake in the AM (probably the best in the house). A/C unit upstairs helps too...overall A/C works very well. Clean place and lots of towels. Paula was very responsive to requests and a pleasure to work with!

4.6

Jul 2019

Fun summer lake house

Fun summer lake house

The owner was very prompt to respond and flexible. She allowed us to check out late after a change in travel plans. Doing laundry is a bit of an issue, but I knew that from the listing and other reviews. There were plenty of clean towels but I came with a large group so we ran out.

4.6

Jun 2019

Great location. A few concerns, Grill needs to be replaced. Mattresses on bunk beds were not very comfortable.

4.6

Jun 2019

enjoyed the location on the lake.

enjoyed the location on the lake.

Great location. A few concerns, Grill needs to be replaced. Mattresses on bunk beds were not very comfortable.

4.6

Sep 2018

It was a nice location. Gorgeous view of the lake. House had plenty of room for all of us. And everything was clean and ready for us when we arrived.

4.6

Sep 2018

Great place. Great views. Would definitely come back.

Great place. Great views. Would definitely come back.

It was a nice location. Gorgeous view of the lake. House had plenty of room for all of us. And everything was clean and ready for us when we arrived.

4.6

Sep 2018

We enjoyed our time here.

We enjoyed our time here.

Really missed the Wi-Fi to do some computer work - but you warned us, and I appreciate that. Trimming the tree, lakeside, would be nice so the lake is more visible. Couldn't get the lakeside bedroom shade to work. It was a quiet location and it was nice to be able to park car in garage. Overall, we enjoyed our stay.

4.6

Aug 2018

Great location and wonderful view/lake access!

Great location and wonderful view/lake access!

This lake cabin is a great spot relative to Watertown, the lake and public access to put boats in/out. We loved: the patio, propane grill and fire, the view!, yard to enjoy when not in the water, the lake and beach areas, a great home base to play all weekend. The cabin has 3 double beds, a twin bed and twin bunks along with a double pull out sofa. We were a little tight with 4 couples and a few small children. It is a smaller cabin but the loft area upstairs is really nice and roomy. The cabin is older and wasn't super clean when we got there. But, it was just a home base for us to be outside most of the time so it worked well. Super quiet area and the bike path is a nice asset. Thanks for a fun weekend get away cabin!

4.6

Jul 2018

The property was comfortable for our three families of eleven total. Never ran out of hot water.

The property was comfortable for our three families of eleven total. Never ran out of hot water.

We had a great time, topped only by the three days of nearly perfect weather for boating sports with the grandchildren. The garage was nice for keeping fishing and water sports items stored when not in use.

4.6

Jul 2018

We are multiple repeat customers.

We are multiple repeat customers.

We always have a very enjoyable time at this cabin. Plenty of room indoors and out.

4.6

Jul 2018

We had a great time.

We had a great time.

The house was perfect for my size family! We all had PLENTY of space!! Loved the dock and we enjoyed the visit!! Only suggestion would be to get Wifi for down days but then again it was very nice to have my children “unplugged”!! All in all it was an amazing time and the house was great! Thank you and we will be definitely visiting again!

4.6

May 2018

Paula was great. Answered questions promptly .

Paula was great. Answered questions promptly .

Close to the lake..had all that we needed in the house. Loved the loft!had women from age 23 to 63 staying for a sister trip weekend and the property was just what we needed.Thanks to Paula for helping me through my first VRBO experience!

4.6

Jan 2018

We could have used a bit more space.

We could have used a bit more space.

There was no wi-fi, but I didn’t ask either. Very few TV channels. Had a great time out and about in the town!!! Totally enjoyed the Terry Redlin museum, shopping downtown, Goss Opera House, and many other places!

4.6

Jan 2018

Great home base

Great home base

We met up with friends for the New Year's weekend. The weather was subzero so the gas fireplace was lovely. The kitchen was roomy but the floor was cold. That must be the old part of the home without a basement. So we wore shoes in that room. I loved the loft and think it'd be great for a family with small children. We didn't do much outside other than check out the Terry Redlin art center which was very informative. We did some beer tasting at Watertown Brewing company and wine tasting at Ghost Town winery. Overall, it was a great weekend. The house could use a little TLC with new paint but everything else was good- looked like the walk in shower was a newer and hot water wasn't a problem. I would love to come back in warmer weather.

4.6

Aug 2017

Very nice, casual and comfortable.

Very nice, casual and comfortable.

Our family of six grand children, and eight adults had a lovely time at this home. It is lake side property, and the children spent all of the time they possibly could in the water. The water was clean and a nice temperature. They played for hours, and were very entertained. It was enjoyed by all of our family, and we will plan on another outing next summer at the same place. Thanks much. Sincerely, Pat and LeRoy Christofferson.

4.6

Jul 2017

Nice house

Nice house

We never could get the fire pit to light and/or stay lit. Otherwise everything was great.

4.6

Jun 2017

Good

Good

The only thing that could have maid it better is WiFi.

4.6

Jun 2017

Fantastic

Fantastic

We have stayed here several times. It works well for large parties and is close to town. Beautiful view. Everything you need is included. Owner is super to work with. Highly recommend staying here.

4.6

Feb 2017

Average basic cabin

Average basic cabin

Everything was fine..Like the upper level for sleeping. Although the rental needs a good deep cleaning. It still beats staying in a hotel for 3 nights..

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Watertown?

The average price for a rental in Watertown is $180 per night. This rental is $139 above the average.

Is parking included with this cabin?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lake Retreat Close to Town and Enjoy Nature on Bike Trail. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Lake Retreat Close to Town and Enjoy Nature on Bike Trail. Enjoy the water!

Is Lake Retreat Close to Town and Enjoy Nature on Bike Trail pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Lake Retreat Close to Town and Enjoy Nature on Bike Trail?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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Lake Retreat Close to Town and Enjoy Nature on Bike Trail

Cabin in Watertown, SD

Reasons to book

About this cabin rental

Amenities

Map of Watertown, SD

Nearby attractions

Lake Retreat Close to Town and Enjoy Nature on Bike Trail

Cabin in Watertown, SD

Reasons to book

About this cabin rental

Amenities

Map of Watertown, SD

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Watertown?

Is parking included with this cabin?

Is there a pool at this cabin?

Is Lake Retreat Close to Town and Enjoy Nature on Bike Trail pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Lake Retreat Close to Town and Enjoy Nature on Bike Trail?

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