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Why book a room when you can have the whole house!?

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Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Fireplace/heat & entertainment area.
Master w/ full size bed & closet.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 679.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Madison, SD
  • Lake Madison
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Dakota State University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Lake Herman State Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Madison, SD (XMD-Madison Municipal)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Why book a room when you can have the whole house!?

Please read thoroughly: We are happy to share our family get-away with you! We acquired this property to use personally and offer it to guests when not in-use by our own family and friends.

As a family, we all chip in to do our own cleaning and maintenance. We are not master landscapers or green-thumbs but we try our best. You will be in a rural setting and all that goes with it such as gravel road dust & mosquitoes to name a few. You will not find hotel corners on the beds and perfect creases in the towels, but you will find a tidy place where we like to spend family time.

This home has made great memories for a lot of guests! No frills!! This is an older constructed home. We cannot offer glitter, sparkle, shine or the latest and greatest technology. We do offer you a spot to lay your head, relax and bond with family and friends. Which is exactly how we use it. We provide basic amenities (bedding , towels & kitchen items) that we don't want to travel with so we share with our guests. We hope you can make memories of your own.

Unit features full kitchen & laundry, living room with gas fireplace and a full bath. This cabin has A/C unit and sleeps 5-6 adults.

*We are family, hunting, fishing and dog friendly!

*We do not offer private lake access, but we are near public access points like Johnson’s Point Rec Area, Walker's Point Rec Area & others.
*Minutes from the city of Madison (amenities: restaurants/bars, fast food, gas, groceries, automotive, shopping, antiques, entertainment, etc..)
*Minutes from 2 great golf courses - The Lakes & Madison Golf and Country Club
*30 Minutes from Royal River Casino

*Our cabin is cozy and VERY casual. We provide basic amenities and don't charge a cleaning fee. Most of our guests toss a load in the wash and/or do a quick sweep or vacuum when they check out.
*We LOVE dogs and want them as guests too . We try to catch it all, but some dog hair does get past our cleaning efforts. Please help us out by cleaning up after your dog inside and out.

*Private master bedroom features a full size bed. w/ firm mattress.
*2nd bedroom boasts a twin w/ firm mattress and twin/twin bunk-bed. Kids ONLY on top bunk, no adults please!
*Twin bed on a trundle frame off the living area
*Photos represent bedding options. In most cases, beds are simply made (only fitted sheet & pillow cases). Flat sheets & blankets are provided with guest choice to use.
*There is available space for an air mattress (bring your own).

*Basic kitchen items available including cooking/dining items, 12 cup coffee pot & toaster (all consumable items are BYO)
*Charcoal grill & tools available (BYO charcoal)
*Basic bath and kitchen linens provided -no personal care products provided.
*No daily maid service - basic cleaning supplies and washer/dryer available for guest use. All beds & pillows have protective covers. We clean and launder after your stay.
*Wireless internet available
*Roku Smart TV & Roku. Use these to log into your favorite streaming apps (Hulu, Netflix, etc) or watch free channels available. Usage instructions available on site. No cable.
*Dogs are welcome - please use a leash & clean up after your dog . It is best if your dog is social and friendly, there are a lot of social neighborhood dogs and children. We are not responsible for the behavior of other dogs/owners in the area.
*Damages are covered post-stay and will be documented with photo & description. Amount depends on labor and material cost for repair.

**BEFORE booking , ask about a Military Discount!! **To ensure email replies from us don't end up in your spam folder, make sure @messages.homeaway.com is approved in your email settings or keep an eye on your spam folder.**

Property manager

cherie
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Damages assessed & covered post-stay.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only

Important information

You need to know

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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Madison

Located in Madison, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Herman State Park and Walkers Point Recreation Area, while Dakota Prairie Playhouse and Prairie Village are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Madison, SD

What's nearby

  • Lake Madison - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Dakota State University - 8 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Prairie Village - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Lake Herman State Park - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Walkers Point Recreation Area - 14 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Sioux Falls Regional Airport (FSD) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casey's General Store - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Office Bar and Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hillside Resort - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Why book a room when you can have the whole house!? pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Why book a room when you can have the whole house!??

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Why book a room when you can have the whole house!??

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Why book a room when you can have the whole house!? located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lake Madison and within 6 miles (10 km) of Madison Regional Health System and Baughman Park. Madison Public Library and Lake County Courthouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 208 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Afton H.

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

Family trip

Such a cute little place near the lake! Enough space for my family and our little one. Served us well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

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

Great stay

Love this cabin! Perfect for some relaxation and rejuvenation
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

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

Great stay

Great little hunting cabin for a week of hunting
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian G.

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

Hunting trip

Stayed here a second time for a hunting trip. Great place all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian G.

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

Hunting trip

Stayed here for a short hunting trip. The area has great hunting without driving too far. The place was clean and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claresa K.

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

Everything we needed.

We had a very relaxing cozy stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Libby C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

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

Great

Fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jefferson M.

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

Pheasant hunters

Comfortable. Good location. Easy to find.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Libby C.

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

“Easy Like Sunday Morning”

From beginning to end, corresponding with the host, getting quick answers to our questions, to the warm homey feeling at the cabin, renting and being at this cabin is just as my review title states… 🎶”Easy Like Sunday Morning”🎶
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

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

Great Stay

This is the second year we’ve stayed here. Clean, well maintained and excellent for a hunting trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Hunter’s Headquarters

This was a great place to stay for the two of us and the dog. It is not high end living but has everything you need. Could easily had four adults stay with the number of beds. Water was hot, heater kept us warm, and fridge kept the beer cold. The town has great places to eat. If we come back to the area we will try to book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jared m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

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

Perfect little cabin.

Way more than expected! Great cabin, cozy and warm. Very spacious for the price. Clean, with nice amenities, even an excellent washer and dryer. Hosts were very friendly and responsive. Will stay here again next year, for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan A.

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

Quiet and relaxing

Good place to stay. Quiet and relaxing but still close enough to town.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Melvin H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

cobwebs

other than cobwebs in the house and the windows we had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

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

Great Weekend !

We had a great stay at this quiet comfortable family cabin! Our host was helpful and quick on her feet when we requested a last minute change to our plan, needing another night stay (a day early). Thank you Cherie for making a potentially stressful weekend a very relaxing one instead! We hope to return again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kim S.

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

Nice little cabin.

Comfortable little cabin for our weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kadi B.

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

Mini vaca stay

We wanted to have a mini vaca for a girls weekend. The property was very close to both lake madison and lake herman. It was beautiful to be able to see lake madison from the property. We just needed a place to lay our heads and make breakfast. The little cabin worked out just right for us four.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kathy K.

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

Quiet and relaxing

We enjoyed very nice weather and relaxing at fire with smores. Had fun meeting the neighbors and enjoyed walking the dog.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

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

I love this place!

Amenities, cost, location, and dog-friendly all come together to make this an ideal get-away for me. My 5th visit and I will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

About the host

Hosted by cherie

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Hi! We are Keith and Cherie. Together with our 3 daughters, we would like to welcome you as guests to our cabin on Lake Madison. This is family owned and operated and our only vacation rental.
We would love to share our little home away from home with you!

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Why they chose this property

Why rent a room when you can have the whole house!?
Private
Fully Furnished

What makes this property unique

*Single family - no shared facilities
*Private
*On Site Laundry
*Close to the city of Madison

*Johnson's Point Rec Area:
5 min walk
-Head east on Dakota Ave
-Turn right onto Johnson Point R
3 min drive
-Follow Grandview Dr to SD-34
-Turn right onto SD-34 E
-Turn right onto SD-34 E
-Turn right onto Johnson Point Rd

*Walker's Point Rec Area:
10 min drive
-Follow Grandview Dr to SD-34
-Turn left onto SD-34 W
-Turn left onto SD-19 S
-Turn left onto 237th St
-Turn left onto 459th Ave
-Turn right onto Lenola Heights Rd/Walkers Point Dr

Languages:

English

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