10/10 Excellent
Jim A.
17 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jim A.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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Tails Up Retreat! Modern home minutes from world class hunting and fishing
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8171.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Webster, SD
- Webster Golf Club4 min walk
- Webster City Park14 min walk
- Sanford Webster Medical Center14 min walk
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Tails Up Retreat! Modern home minutes from world class hunting and fishing
Tails Up Retreat is a fantastic getaway for both outdoors enthusiasts and families alike!
Location: Situated in the Glacial Lakes Region of NE South Dakota, few blocks from downtown Webster, and approximately 50 miles from Aberdeen or Watertown.
Property Features:
Heated Garage: Perfect for storing gear or as parking space, equipped with a large TV and amenities for drying hunting and fishing gear.
Game and Fish Cleaning Shack: A 12' x 20' heated shack in the backyard for preparing your day's catch.
Outdoor Dining: Covered deck with a counter height patio table and cooking facilities including a Blackstone and Traeger grill.
Firepit Area: A concrete patio with Adirondack chairs and a Solostove, ideal for relaxing around a campfire (firewood available locally).
Interior:
Living Space: A large living room with a 65" smart TV and comfortable seating, including recliners.
Kitchen: Fully stocked and modernized, featuring a coffee bar with locally roasted coffee, and an eat-in area with seating for 4.
Bedrooms: Two bedrooms on the main level with a shared Jack and Jill bathroom. Basement serves as a master suite with a king bed and full bathroom.
Additional Amenities: Washer and dryer available in the basement, memory foam mattresses on all beds.
Pet Friendly: Fenced yard for dogs, and outdoor kennel available. Respectful dogs are welcome inside the house, and there is a outdoor kennel behind the garage.
Safety and Convenience: Large safe in the entryway for storing firearms or valuables.
This setup caters well to both relaxation and outdoor activities, making it a versatile choice for visitors looking to enjoy the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of the Glacial Lakes Region.
Location: Situated in the Glacial Lakes Region of NE South Dakota, few blocks from downtown Webster, and approximately 50 miles from Aberdeen or Watertown.
Property Features:
Heated Garage: Perfect for storing gear or as parking space, equipped with a large TV and amenities for drying hunting and fishing gear.
Game and Fish Cleaning Shack: A 12' x 20' heated shack in the backyard for preparing your day's catch.
Outdoor Dining: Covered deck with a counter height patio table and cooking facilities including a Blackstone and Traeger grill.
Firepit Area: A concrete patio with Adirondack chairs and a Solostove, ideal for relaxing around a campfire (firewood available locally).
Interior:
Living Space: A large living room with a 65" smart TV and comfortable seating, including recliners.
Kitchen: Fully stocked and modernized, featuring a coffee bar with locally roasted coffee, and an eat-in area with seating for 4.
Bedrooms: Two bedrooms on the main level with a shared Jack and Jill bathroom. Basement serves as a master suite with a king bed and full bathroom.
Additional Amenities: Washer and dryer available in the basement, memory foam mattresses on all beds.
Pet Friendly: Fenced yard for dogs, and outdoor kennel available. Respectful dogs are welcome inside the house, and there is a outdoor kennel behind the garage.
Safety and Convenience: Large safe in the entryway for storing firearms or valuables.
This setup caters well to both relaxation and outdoor activities, making it a versatile choice for visitors looking to enjoy the natural beauty and recreational opportunities of the Glacial Lakes Region.
Property manager
Sam Mellgren
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Amenities
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 3 total)
Up to 3 dogs. See additional contract for details
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 23516
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Webster
Webster is home to this holiday home. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by International Vinegar Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Webster City Park and Pickerel Lake Recreation Area. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Webster, SD
What's nearby
- Webster Golf Club - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- American Lutheran Church - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Webster Paws Walk Dog Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Webster City Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Sanford Webster Medical Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pereboom Cafe - 16 min walk
- Casey's General Store - 8 min walk
- A&W Restaurant - 14 min walk
- Subway - 12 min walk
- The Galley Hotel Bar & Grill - 17 min walk
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Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Larry G.
12 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Does not disappoint
Larry G.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Tom M.
31 January 2025
Great accommodations for our ice fishing experience in Webster SD
Tom M.
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10/10 Excellent
Derek P.
16 January 2025
Just like home.
Derek P.
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10/10 Excellent
Todd M.
10 December 2024
Hunting and spending time with friends
Todd M.
10/10 Excellent
Lane H.
29 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Lodge
Lane H.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Jason B.
1 November 2024
Wonderful place, and very nice owners.
Jason B.
10/10 Excellent
Alden V.
29 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home Base for Hunt Camp
Alden V.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Bethany C.
11 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So pleasant
Bethany C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Kent L.
13 July 2024
Extremely nice place for our group of fishermen
Kent L.
10/10 Excellent
Lee W.
1 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay
Lee W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
John S.
27 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
John S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deann O.
12 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Greay stay in Webster SD
Deann O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Greg H.
10 June 2024
Great Place!
Greg H.
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10/10 Excellent
Dustin H.
13 May 2024
Very comfortable stay!
Dustin H.
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10/10 Excellent
Jamie B.
4 April 2024
Excellent!
Jamie B.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Dennis N.
27 February 2024
Ice fishing retreat
Dennis N.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Thomas A.
20 February 2024
Great stay will all the amenities
Thomas A.
10/10 Excellent
Matthew S.
7 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ice fishing trip
Matthew S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent
Jim S.
6 February 2024
GREAT PLACE
Jim S.
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10/10 Excellent
Zoe B.
28 December 2023
Very nice place to stay
Zoe B.
10/10 Excellent
Ricky J.
27 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Experience!!
Ricky J.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Daniel J.
11 November 2023
A Great Place to Stay
Daniel J.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Greg L.
9 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Stars… loved staying in your beautiful home
Greg L.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth H.
14 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Waubay excursion
Kenneth H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Sam Mellgren
Sam, Olivia, Elaina, Elliott & George(Standard Poodle) are excited to welcome you to Webster, SD. We are a local Webster family and hope to offer you a clean, quality, and comfortable stay while you visit the area. Sam works in product development for a corn genetics company and Olivia works in animal health. Sam spends quite a bit of his time on the road for work so he understands the importance of feeling at home while traveling. Our daughter, Elaina, was born in July of 2021 and provides us with our daily dose of smiles and laughs as her sweet personality shines. Our son, Elliott, was born in November of 2023 and continues to bring us joy everyday. We enjoy getting to know our guests and providing quality, warm hospitality in the Webster area.
Why they chose this property
At Tails Up Retreat, we've designed our property to be your perfect "home away from home" during your visit to the Glacial Lakes Region of NE South Dakota. We take pride in offering a top-notch lodging experience that combines comfort, convenience, and thoughtful amenities for you, your family, and your friends.
From the moment you arrive, you'll find everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable stay:
- **Comfortable Accommodations**: Our bedrooms feature memory foam mattresses and a variety of sleeping arrangements to accommodate different group sizes, ensuring everyone gets a restful night's sleep. 2 cots are also available for use but bedding is not provided for the cots.
- **Well-Equipped Kitchen**: Our fully stocked kitchen includes all the essentials and more, perfect for preparing meals and enjoying quality time together over delicious food.
- **Outdoor Oasis**: Whether you're grilling on the Traeger or Blackstone, gathering around the Solostove for warmth and ambiance, or simply relaxing in our outdoor dining area, you'll find our patio to be a delightful retreat.
- **Specialized Amenities**: From the heated fish and game cleaning shack to the spacious two-stall garage for storing gear, every detail is tailored to enhance your experience, whether you're here for hunting, fishing, or simply exploring the area.
Above all, hospitality is at the heart of Tails Up Retreat. We strive to ensure your stay is not just comfortable, but truly memorable. Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, you'll find our retreat to be the perfect base for your Glacial Lakes getaway. Welcome to your home away from home at Tails Up Retreat.
From the moment you arrive, you'll find everything you need for a relaxing and enjoyable stay:
- **Comfortable Accommodations**: Our bedrooms feature memory foam mattresses and a variety of sleeping arrangements to accommodate different group sizes, ensuring everyone gets a restful night's sleep. 2 cots are also available for use but bedding is not provided for the cots.
- **Well-Equipped Kitchen**: Our fully stocked kitchen includes all the essentials and more, perfect for preparing meals and enjoying quality time together over delicious food.
- **Outdoor Oasis**: Whether you're grilling on the Traeger or Blackstone, gathering around the Solostove for warmth and ambiance, or simply relaxing in our outdoor dining area, you'll find our patio to be a delightful retreat.
- **Specialized Amenities**: From the heated fish and game cleaning shack to the spacious two-stall garage for storing gear, every detail is tailored to enhance your experience, whether you're here for hunting, fishing, or simply exploring the area.
Above all, hospitality is at the heart of Tails Up Retreat. We strive to ensure your stay is not just comfortable, but truly memorable. Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, you'll find our retreat to be the perfect base for your Glacial Lakes getaway. Welcome to your home away from home at Tails Up Retreat.
What makes this property unique
Tails Up Retreat is more than just accommodation; it’s a destination where memories are made. Nestled in the heart of the Glacial Lakes Region of NE South Dakota, this locally owned vacation home combines modern comfort with thoughtful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
Private Heated Fish & Game Cleaning Shack: Located in the backyard, this dedicated space features a stainless steel fish cleaning table, perfect for preparing your day's catch in comfort and convenience.
Large 2 Stall Heated Garage: Ideal for storing vehicles, gear, and drying out hunting or fishing equipment. It’s equipped with ample space and amenities to ensure your gear is ready for your next adventure.
Outdoor Dining Area and Patio: Enjoy al fresco meals and relaxation on the spacious patio. Featuring a Solostove for cozy evenings, a Traeger grill for flavorful barbecues, and a Blackstone grill for versatile cooking options, it’s a hub for outdoor enjoyment.
At Tails Up Retreat, every detail is crafted to exceed expectations. Whether you’re exploring the Glacial Lakes, fishing nearby waters, or simply unwinding with loved ones, our goal is to provide an unforgettable experience that goes beyond typical vacation stays. Discover hospitality at its finest and make memories that will last a lifetime at Tails Up Retreat.
Private Heated Fish & Game Cleaning Shack: Located in the backyard, this dedicated space features a stainless steel fish cleaning table, perfect for preparing your day's catch in comfort and convenience.
Large 2 Stall Heated Garage: Ideal for storing vehicles, gear, and drying out hunting or fishing equipment. It’s equipped with ample space and amenities to ensure your gear is ready for your next adventure.
Outdoor Dining Area and Patio: Enjoy al fresco meals and relaxation on the spacious patio. Featuring a Solostove for cozy evenings, a Traeger grill for flavorful barbecues, and a Blackstone grill for versatile cooking options, it’s a hub for outdoor enjoyment.
At Tails Up Retreat, every detail is crafted to exceed expectations. Whether you’re exploring the Glacial Lakes, fishing nearby waters, or simply unwinding with loved ones, our goal is to provide an unforgettable experience that goes beyond typical vacation stays. Discover hospitality at its finest and make memories that will last a lifetime at Tails Up Retreat.
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