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Sunset Shores on Lake Thompson

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Lakeside deck
Kitchen
Living Room
Living room
Dining Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lake Preston, SD
  • Place, Lake Thompson Recreation Area
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Ingalls Homestead
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sunset Shores on Lake Thompson

Sunset Shores offers 75 feet of shoreline on the largest natural made lake in South Dakota (Lake Thompson). Sleeping for up to 10 guests in beds. Enjoy beautiful sunsets, excellent fishing, and plenty of access to public hunting land. This ranch style home is fully furnished and includes full kitchen with utensils so you can prepare your own “catch of the day”. Bedroom 1 has a king bed and bedrooms 2 and 3 each have 2 queens. The main room has 3 couches, a recliner, dining table and butcher block kitchen island so there is plenty of space for everybody to relax. The west facing deck is the perfect spot to take in a sunset or crack an ice cold beverage. Feel free to use the propane grill and beachfront fire pit (wood included). Public access to the lake is less than a mile away so you can launch your watercrafts and enjoy a day on the lake.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Upon request, contact owner.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No shoes on carpet/rugs. No firepits on decks. Only registered guests are allowed. Clean all dishes or additional fees will apply.
No illegal activities. Be considerate of neighbors, recommend minimal outside noise from 11 p.m. to 8 a.m.
No shooting guns on property. Plenty of public land within walking distance to do these activities.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Lake Preston

Lake Preston is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Thompson Recreation Area and Washington Park, while Ingalls Homestead and Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial are cultural highlights.
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Lake Preston, SD

What's nearby

  • Lake Thompson Recreation Area - 27 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Washington Park - 29 min drive - 31.2 km
  • De Smet Depot Museum - 29 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial - 29 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Ingalls Homestead - 29 min drive - 30.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪American Legion - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪J&M Cafe - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dakota Backroads - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Gin & Tulip - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Four Lakes Club - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Shores on Lake Thompson pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset Shores on Lake Thompson?

As of Mar 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset Shores on Lake Thompson on Apr 12, 2026 start from $307, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Shores on Lake Thompson?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Shores on Lake Thompson?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Sunset Shores on Lake Thompson located?

Situated in Lake Preston, this vacation home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Lake Thompson Recreation Area, Ingalls Homestead, and Kingsbury County Court House. Loftus Store and Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place, host was great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Worked great for our group. Kitchen was the most and best equipped of any vacation rental I have stayed at. And we got to see the northern lights while there. Lake Preston is a great little town for necessities and a nice bar/restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

noah o.

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

Great for a group

Good for a small to medium group if your looking to spend some time on the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Amazing place

Great views, beautiful place, nice neighbors, clean and inviting. Just a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TIM C.

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

beautiful place

very nice clean place. great location. close to good local bars and restaurants. host was great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

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

Excellent Property

Clean, spacious, exactly how it was advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

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

South Dakota Hospitality

It was our second year, can’t wait for the third ! Beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Very comfortable, clean and homey. Scott
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

vance n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You might put a space heater in the north west bedroom. Not sure about others I didn't sleep in those. it was 0 degrees though.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke H.

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

Great home and great location on the lake.

Came with a group of 5 guys for a weekend getaway. We'll definitely be back. Clean, great sleeping arrangements, good kitchen, lots of supplies, and an awesome view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

curtis c.

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

lakeside stay.

all good, only downside was lake of wifi.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin F.

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

EXCEPTIONAL Stay! GREAT HOST! We will be back!

My family and I stayed at this amazing lakefront home and we didn’t want to leave! Everything was there that we needed from towels to cleaning supplies, all amenities!We loved our stay in this peaceful home! We loved the comfy beds, the open floor plan, beautiful sunsets and it’s one of the best locations on the lake! Not to mention, phenomenal fishing right off shore in front of the home! The host was SO accommodating ! The friendliest host that I have experienced to date! Thank you so much for offering your home as a vacation rental! It provided instant vacation for us. We cant wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia W.

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

Perfect family gathering spot

The cabin was a fantastic place to relax and spend time together after our busy days. The lake view was beautiful and so calming! Thank you for sharing your beautiful place!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trent B.

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

Perfect Stay

Perfect quiet place with a beautiful view. Would come back every time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Spring hunt

Property was as described and pictures were accurate. Well stocked with all the essentials for cooking. Owner was easy to deal with if issues came up.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

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

Had a wonderful stay!!

This property was top notch!! The house was great and everything was as advertised. We couldn’t have asked for a better base camp for our weekend of fishing!! The Host was great to work with and responded promptly to any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very clean, well stocked with essentials.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Fantastic Lakehouse

Beautiful property, inside and out. Great for a big family. The lake and sunsets were a true treat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

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

Great relaxing time in a beautiful lake front house.

The house was very clean and comfortable. Loved the 3 sofas in the living room. The sunsets were unbelievable and it was fun to watch the rain storm move across the lake. The owner was quick to respond to our calls and texts. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Wonderful Stay at Sunset Shores!

This was one of our best VRBO experiences. Anders was super helpful throughout our trip planning and during our stay., and often went "above and beyond" to make sure we had a great time. The house is very well laid out and right on the shore of the lake, with amazing views and good access. We hope to come back again soon. Thanks, Anders!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

will b.

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

Great place

great host and great experience
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Logan R.

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

So relaxing

Amazing view of the lake from the house, easy access to the lake, great location! The house was super cozy and clean, and the beds were comfy! A great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dawn w.

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

We love this lake house

We enjoyed our stay at this property. The owner was very responsive to questions and even gave us a tip on where to fish! The house was very comfortable, welcoming clean and exactly as described in the listing. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kory D.

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

The house was a central location for family to meet between the Twin Cities and Rapid City.

The house was very clean and cozy. Did a little fishing and spent time with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Anders Peterson

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