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Shady Creek Cabin - Family Friendly Getaway Near Lake

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Gavins Gulch offers a serene retreat in this treehouse haven. Enjoy the peaceful outdoor space with a firepit, take in the wildlife views, and explore nearby biking trails, hiking trails and Lewis & Clark Recreation Area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shady Creek Cabin - Family Friendly Getaway Near Lake

Tucked away in Gavins Gulch you'll enjoy treehouse views, close encounters with wildlife, and a peaceful outdoor space with a firepit. Features a spacious open floor plan and newly updated interior. Less than a mile to the lake, biking trails, beach, frisbee golf, archery, hiking trails, park, boat dock. and Lewis & Clark Recreation Area.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Yankton, SD

What's nearby

  • Lewis and Clark Recreation Area - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gavins Point Recreation Area - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lewis and Clark Lake - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Lewis and Clark Lake State Recreation Area - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Niobrara State Park - 58 min drive - 88.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cottonwood Shipwreck Pub & Casino - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Stringer's Bar and Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪CJ's at the Lake - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dam Fish Shack - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kozy Bar - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shady Creek Cabin - Family Friendly Getaway Near Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shady Creek Cabin - Family Friendly Getaway Near Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shady Creek Cabin - Family Friendly Getaway Near Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shady Creek Cabin - Family Friendly Getaway Near Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shady Creek Cabin - Family Friendly Getaway Near Lake located?

This family-friendly Yankton cabin is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lewis and Clark Recreation Area, Gavins Point Recreation Area and Lewis and Clark Lake. Missouri River and Midway Recreation Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Shady Creek Cabin - Family Friendly Getaway Near Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and location! Family loves our stays here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd stay here. Wonderful clean accommodations and everything we needed for our family and a couple of days at the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lathan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean, and comfortable. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

We had a wonderful time. The place was excellent. We enjoyed the gas fire pit and the house was clean and in great condition. I would recommend this to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara H.

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

A very nice cabin

We enjoyed our stay here. Beds were comfortable and the house was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blair H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay! We appreciated all the thought that went into the items stocked at the cabin. The main living areas and two of the bedrooms are on the second story.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey E.

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

Great experience

Great location and very nice/clean Cabin! The host was great to communicate with. Would recommend to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jayne Z.

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

wonderful cabin

the weekend was wonderful. lots of family time spent together
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail U.

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

Lovely stay

Great location, lots of wildlife and a clean home!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

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

Yankton retreat

We stayed with our three children and their families. Nice secluded location but close to the lake and many amenities/activities. The house is well stocked in the kitchen and baths.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette O.

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

Great location and house for our family gathering. Just a short drive to the lake and to Yankton.

Very clean, had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Great stay

Wonderful location that's perfect for a relaxing weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

wedding trip

very nice & comfortable cabin. well stocked & very clean. thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa B.

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

Beautiful place

Everything about our stay was great. Great location, beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharla K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second year that our family stayed here! We love everything about it! Checkin is flawless. Communication is prompt and attentive. The kitchen has everything you need and lots of space to work in. The location is so secluded yet a quick couple of minutes from the beach. The wildlife (turkeys and deer) were a hit with the grandchildren! It’s just an all around perfect gathering place for a few days of relaxation with the family!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay T.

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

Lovely property!

Such a cute place! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Great

Thank You , the cabin was beautiful. Didnt have as many stay as said because of illness. Would recommend this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raymond A.

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

Family vacation

This house was the perfect size, very clean and great location for our family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joslyn N.

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

Outstanding VRBO

Such a beautiful place in a quiet neighborhood, was just what we were looking for. Would 100% recommend this property for your next getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Back to Nature

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Shady Creek Cabin. It had everything we needed, including wildlife. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

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

Enjoyed our stay

Great property for our reunion. Hosts communicated well and prpoperty was exactly as described.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dixie P.

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

Great location!

Clean spacious property with just enough seclusion
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curt R.

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

Family getaway

Worked perfect for a late family Xmas. Look to book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marci N.

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

Family vaca

Overall it was a nice place to stay to enjoy indoor and outdoor space, quiet, wooded area, close to town and water, fishing, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

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

Ladies Weekend

Wonderful place to stay and relax! Definitely a hidden gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023