Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake
About this cottage rental
Welcome to our Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake! We hope this is a home where you can find rest and relaxation away from the busyness of life. Whether you come for fishing and boating, ice fishing, a girl's or guy's weekend away, or time with family and friends, we hope you leave feeling refreshed. This space was designed with intentionality to provide everything you need for a relaxing, fun stay at the lake. It was completely remodeled and is like a brand new home so you can relax whether you're inside or outside! There is a master bedroom on the main floor with queen bed, and huge loft upstairs with 2 extra-long twin bunkbeds and 2 queen-size beds. One of the couches in the living room area also includes a pull-out bed! Enjoy making meals in the brand new kitchen and spending time together in this large, remodeled, open-concept space. Curl up with a good book in the sitting area while kids enjoy the spacious space to play upstairs! Accommodations for children: we have 5 children of our own, and so we wanted to make sure that this space made taking kids along as easy as possible. We have provided a pack n play for little ones with extra sheets, a sound machine upstairs, and a portable highchair. We have a few games, puzzles, books, and toys so that you don't have to take any extras along. The beach is even close enough to the house, that you could lay your little ones down, and have a monitor down by the beach while you keep in constant contact with them inside. The upstairs loft is a dream for kids and adults alike, but has enough space to play if you need a bit of separation, with a separate bathroom up there. We also made sure to put a bathtub on the main floor b/c we know how important it is to have a bathtub when trying to bathe little ones. Amenities away from the cottage: If rest and relaxation is what you came for, you won't need to go any further, especially if you enjoy cooking a meal in the fully functional and furnished kitchen. If you need to get out for a bit of exercise, this cottage is on the quietest road that stretches both directions right next to the lake. It is actually inside a state park, and if you want to find more trails to hike, or if you have friends who want to camp, you can go just down the road to Big Stone State Park. There are also a couple trails just feet from our property into the state park. There is a boat ramp about 1/4 mile down the road if you'd like to take a boat along for your stay here. In addition, there are several restaurants nearby if you'd prefer to go out to eat a night or two. Please contact us and we'd be happy to share! There is space for everyone inside, but outside the accommodations are also spectacular! Enjoy the highly sought-after beach area on the property with the excellent shade trees. Feel free to take a ride on the kayaks or paddle board! Finish off the day with a bonfire outside on the new patio by the lake, and curl up in a cozy bed for the evening. This place is truly special with it's modern cottage feel, and we created it to be a pristine space that feels like a true retreat from the chaos of life, so you could enjoy time with the people you love.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
££££
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(45 Reviews)
5.0
We had a fantastic stay! The cabin is beautifully decorated and had everything we needed. (My sister loves to cook/bake and brought some of her own kitchen prep tools along but the main items needed were provided.) We loved the kayaks and paddle board and had some great campfires in the evenings. We rented a pontoon for a day and enjoyed exploring the lake (originally booked with Lakeshore RV park but rained on our rental day so rented from Schmitt’s landing the next day…both places very easy to work with). Other things that we loved: the built in bunks for the kids, the huge dining room table for the whole family, and the board games on a rainy day.
5.0
The cottage worked well for our group. A little warm upstairs on the warmest days of our stay but manageable.
The open layout of the kitchen and the seating areas for a group is very nice. The location on the lake is close to some great fishing this time of year.
5.0
Beautiful home and immaculately clean. Lake is peaceful and we enjoyed using the kayaks and firepit. We hope to come back next year! Make sure you bring life vests, firewood and any specialty groceries you’ll need. The town is adorable, but it is a long way to a big city. The hike is worth it. You’ll find QUIET and lots of wildlife. Thanks to the owners for a great experience.
5.0
9 of us (age 35-65) stayed in this beautiful cottage for a fun fall weekend of games, long walks at the state park across the street, fun meals made in the beautiful kitchen, and lots of wonderful conversation in the cozy living room and beach! This was such a great stay!
4.0
Our get away was good overall. There was tons of tiny flies that would stick to us when we visited the back yard and patio. Not sure what type of insects and where they came from. Check in and out, owners wanted text notification. I also felt like we were being monitored as caretaker was there at time of Check in. I have rented couple times and have not run into this. The short term lease mentions no party events allowed on property but we were there fishing and just a weekend get away.
5.0
Fantastic Cottage on Beautiful Stone Lake! We would love to spend a week next time and enjoy all the property offers! Perfect family getaway!
Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Marina & Dennis
5.0
The house was exactly what was posted and worked well in accommodating our group.
5.0
Very nice home very comfortable.
5.0
The owners had wonderful communication throughout our stay. I do need to piggy-back onto a previous comment about the owners controlling the thermostat-this is FALSE! They actually were very accommodating & assisted me to get the thermostat set to manual setting for me to have total control of the house temp. There were ZERO cobwebs & the house was immaculate upon arriving. The contract the owners send prior to your arrival is very similar to past contracts I had signed from other VRBO rentals -if I owned this beautiful lake house & I rented it out I would definitely have a contract in place. I did NOT feel as we were walking around on eggshells during our stay-it was very relaxing & the house rules were basic common sense rules. There is a local grocery store just a 10 minute drive from the lake house that had everything we needed for our stay. The owners send a very detailed informative email prior to your stay within details on what is provided & what is not. This was very helpful to pack for the trip. If we come back to fish on Big Stone Lake -we would definitely rent this lake house again. This house & owners deserve 5 stars! Thank you for an amazing stay.
5.0
Wonderful stay
We had a great trip, cottage is just as advertised! Clean, wonderful beach area, friendly property manager and easy communication with owners!
5.0
We LOVED our stay at this stunning cabin! The place is beautiful and we cooked/grilled every day. Kitchen is well equipped and ready for gourmet meals. Fantastic lot, very peaceful setting. Great instructions from the owners. Beds and bedding were exceptional! Already booked a return trip for next Summer.
5.0
Beautiful property!
We LOVED our stay at this stunning cabin! The place is beautiful and we cooked/grilled every day. Kitchen is well equipped and ready for gourmet meals. Fantastic lot, very peaceful setting. Great instructions from the owners. Beds and bedding were exceptional! Already booked a return trip for next Summer.
5.0
Big Stone Lake
Our stay was amazing, weather was great, the cabin was clean and very nice. It was furnished with everything we needed. Adults and children of all ages had a wonderful time.
5.0
Perfect cottage
This house was fabulous with much care given to comfort and detail. Probably the only place we’ve stayed that wasn’t lacking dishes, silverware or cooking implements of any kind. The setting on the lake was beautiful. Having the dock and kayaks was so much fun. Tanya was easy to work with and very responsive. We would choose to stay here again.
4.0
Big Stone rental
It was a great place to make memories with our family for our summer vacation. My husband and I brought our 3 kids, my parents, my mother in law and brother in law. It was very spacious and accommodated 9 people very well. Very kid friendly, which worked out great for our 2-10 year old children. Great location, would stay again!
5.0
Fishing trip
Great location right on the water with its own dock. Close to the boat ramp as well. Tons of room and a great time and property.
5.0
Just what we were looking for.
The place was great for our family. The little kids loved the beach and the pool (as my granddaughter called the lake). We had beautiful weather, so we were able to be outside a lot of the time. The cabin looked just like the pictures, so we were pleased with that. Pleanty of room for all of us!!
5.0
Very clean, awesome house. Overall great time!
5.0
Awesome experience!
Very clean, awesome house. Overall great time!
5.0
Perfect Getaway
We stayed here as a group of six adult women as a mother/daughter girls weekend and this cabin was perfect for us. Wonderful, open gathering spaces with comfy seating and beds everywhere you look. If you're looking for a cozy, updated getaway this is the place to go. Make sure to bring paper towels/napkins, bottled water, and shampoo/conditioner. You'll love it here, the photos don't do it justice!
3.0
The house was as listed. It is a beautiful property. However, there were a few things that stuck out that needs to be talked about.
First, there are cobwebs everywhere in the house. The host placed a lot of emphasis on the cleaning service, yet there were very obvious cobwebs that have been sitting there for a long time and were in easy to reach places, such as the living room coffee table.
Secondly, the upper bunk beds felt unsafe to get into. The ladder is too short. Also, it sits right between the two beds, which makes it even harder to use. Plus, your head is very close to the ceiling fan, which must be on to keep the room cool. It is a disaster waiting to happen. There was only adults on this trip and we did not use the upper bunk beds due to the fact that we felt it unsafe. I would not want my kids crawling up there.
Lastly, there were a lot of rules and regulations. Throughout the weekend at the house, we felt as though we were walking on eggshells. Worried we were going to make one wrong step. As the one who booked the VRBO, I wanted to come and relax. However, I felt stressed the entire time due to all the rules. Some of these rules included where to set the thermostat and, if the host didn’t like the temperature, they would change it. There is such a thing as too much control.
Also note that even though you pay them on VRBO, thereby agreeing to their policies, they still make you sign a 4 page contract. That they will send you over email.
Overall, the house is beautiful and being on the lake was nice. However, the functionality of the upper bunk beds limited sleeping space and all the rules made it a stressful weekend.
5.0
Such a Beautiful home and done so tastefully ! Everything that you needed to cook, clean and enjoy your day inside or outside was at this property ! We made so many memories at this home and Tanya you made it so easy for us to enjoy ! Thank you so much for everything !! 🥰
3.0
The house was beautiful, but the weekend was stressful
The house was as listed. It is a beautiful property. However, there were a few things that stuck out that needs to be talked about.
First, there are cobwebs everywhere in the house. The host placed a lot of emphasis on the cleaning service, yet there were very obvious cobwebs that have been sitting there for a long time and were in easy to reach places, such as the living room coffee table.
Secondly, the upper bunk beds felt unsafe to get into. The ladder is too short. Also, it sits right between the two beds, which makes it even harder to use. Plus, your head is very close to the ceiling fan, which must be on to keep the room cool. It is a disaster waiting to happen. There was only adults on this trip and we did not use the upper bunk beds due to the fact that we felt it unsafe. I would not want my kids crawling up there.
Lastly, there were a lot of rules and regulations. Throughout the weekend at the house, we felt as though we were walking on eggshells. Worried we were going to make one wrong step. As the one who booked the VRBO, I wanted to come and relax. However, I felt stressed the entire time due to all the rules. Some of these rules included where to set the thermostat and, if the host didn’t like the temperature, they would change it. There is such a thing as too much control.
Also note that even though you pay them on VRBO, thereby agreeing to their policies, they still make you sign a 4 page contract. That they will send you over email.
Overall, the house is beautiful and being on the lake was nice. However, the functionality of the upper bunk beds limited sleeping space and all the rules made it a stressful weekend.
5.0
Absolutely Wonderful !
Such a Beautiful home and done so tastefully ! Everything that you needed to cook, clean and enjoy your day inside or outside was at this property ! We made so many memories at this home and Tanya you made it so easy for us to enjoy ! Thank you so much for everything !! 🥰
5.0
A perfect, quaint getaway
We had the BEST time! The property was beautiful, neighbors were great and the little town was better than expected! We hope to book again!
4.0
Awesome !!
This is a lovely cabin that accommodated our family of 9 perfectly. The grandkids loved the sandy beach and we had a great time fishing and cruising on the lake with our rented pontoon.
5.0
Such a beautiful and comfortable cottage. Very clean and accommodated our family of 10 nicely (ages ranging from 1-80). Most everything you would need was already there and if it wasn't (like beach towels), Tanya let us know ahead of time.
We were surprised at how big the cottage felt and how we could all be around one another in each room, and not feel cramped. The kids loved hanging out upstairs, playing in the sand, roasting s'mores around the fire pit and fishing off the dock. We also spent a lot of time relaxing/playing games in the family room and eating around the big kitchen island.
Our first night there, there was a slow drain in the main tub but Tanya was very responsive and the neighbor that helps manage the property (Kim, she is so lovely!) was over the very next morning to take care of it.
Only downside was that the lake, though beautiful, quiet and just steps away from the cottage; was green and murky. Because of that, we did not get to do any swimming. There was also a lot of seaweed that would wash ashore, though Kim was there a couple times a day cleaning it up for us, so that part didn't bother us at all.
Overall, it is a really lovely place to stay and if you're not set on swimming, we would absolutely recommend it!!
5.0
Excellent stay
We had a great time staying at the cottage! It is clean and well maintained. Good communication with the hosts, they are easy to get a hold of and the property manager is so friendly!
5.0
Nice Home
Beautiful home with all expected amenities. Shoreline cleaned daily. Nice dock. Quiet area.
5.0
Comfortable Cottage
Such a beautiful and comfortable cottage. Very clean and accommodated our family of 10 nicely (ages ranging from 1-80). Most everything you would need was already there and if it wasn't (like beach towels), Tanya let us know ahead of time.
We were surprised at how big the cottage felt and how we could all be around one another in each room, and not feel cramped. The kids loved hanging out upstairs, playing in the sand, roasting s'mores around the fire pit and fishing off the dock. We also spent a lot of time relaxing/playing games in the family room and eating around the big kitchen island.
Our first night there, there was a slow drain in the main tub but Tanya was very responsive and the neighbor that helps manage the property (Kim, she is so lovely!) was over the very next morning to take care of it.
Only downside was that the lake, though beautiful, quiet and just steps away from the cottage; was green and murky. Because of that, we did not get to do any swimming. There was also a lot of seaweed that would wash ashore, though Kim was there a couple times a day cleaning it up for us, so that part didn't bother us at all.
Overall, it is a really lovely place to stay and if you're not set on swimming, we would absolutely recommend it!!
5.0
We absolutely loved our stay here! The house was gorgeous, the yard was perfect with shady trees, a little beach for the kids and the dock. We had a blast swimming and fishing in the lake. Will definitely be back!
5.0
Wonderful vacation!
This property was beautiful! Cleanliness, details in the finishing, decorations - all so very nice! Kim came by and cleaned up the shoreline 3 times while we stayed. She was very sweet. Loved it here. Thanks!
5.0
Our family had a great stay at this cabin. It was roomy and very clean. The beach area was great.
We had a very good experience with this cabin and experienced some great family memories.
5.0
Amazing Get Away!
We absolutely loved our stay here! The house was gorgeous, the yard was perfect with shady trees, a little beach for the kids and the dock. We had a blast swimming and fishing in the lake. Will definitely be back!
5.0
Lovely Cottage!
The Meadowbrook cottage was very clean, spacious, and decorated tastefully. The grounds were manicured nicely.
Our grandchildren LOVED the sandy beach!
We would definitely stay again!
5.0
The Meadowbrook cottage was very clean, spacious, and decorated tastefully. The grounds were manicured nicely. Our grandchildren LOVED the sandy beach! We would definitely stay again!
5.0
Nice Lake House Off the Beaten Path
Very nicely re-modeled lake house which is well off the beaten path (don't book here if you need restaurants, bars, or an interstate). This setting fit my family perfectly and we enjoyed playing in the lake, taking the kayaks out, etc.
5.0
Very nice redo. It was a nice place to stay. We were gone alot due to the circumstances of my Dad's memorial service. We would love to spend more time at the cottage.
5.0
Wonderful Cottage
Very nice redo. It was a nice place to stay. We were gone alot due to the circumstances of my Dad's memorial service. We would love to spend more time at the cottage.
5.0
Perfect getaway
We had a great time. Beautiful cabin with the perfect shoreline.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in South Dakota?
The average price for a rental in South Dakota is £152 per night. This rental is £108 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Completely remodeled Modern Cottage Retreat on Big Stone Lake?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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