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Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD

Cabin in Nemo with kitchen and balcony

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Smart TV, DVD player, video library
Exterior
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Exterior
2 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
Perched in the heart of the Black Hills, this historic National Forest Ranger Station offers a warm welcome. The covered porch overlooks Nemo Mountain and valley, while inside you'll find a fully equipped kitchen and cozy accommodations with all linens provided.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 637 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly

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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.

Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD

Completely remodeled historic National Forest Ranger Station in Nemo, SD. We are in the heart of the Black Hills and close to all attractions. Covered Porch off front of cabin overlooks Nemo Mountain and valley. The cabin has one bedroom with a queen bed, two twin beds in the loft and a queen size fold out couch and one bathroom with combo tub and shower. Hike, Bike or Ride your Motorcyle and/or ATV/UTV from the front door. The National forest is your backyard. The cabin is situated on 7 acres within a short walk to the Nemo Guest Ranch. Fully equipped kitchen with appliances. All linens are provided.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Speed limit on property is 10mph and all motorized vehicles on gravel only.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Historic Ranger Station Heart
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About the area

Map
Nemo, SD

What's nearby

  • Wonderland Caves - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Black Hills National Forest - 22 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Pactola Pines Marina - 33 min drive - 38.5 km
  • The Monument Civic Center - 37 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 59 min drive - 74.1 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugar Shack - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Brandin Iron - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cousins Pub and Pizza at the Big Chair - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Pasta Corral - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Custer Camp 1874 - Home of The Pasta Corral - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Wonderland Caves and 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Black Hills National Forest. Petrified Forest of the Black Hills and Thunderhead Falls are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Reviews

Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

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

Awesome place to stay!

Very nice place to stay. Clean cabin and awesome views!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this cabin! Was exactly as described, and the owner was very helpful and communicative. My favorite part about this cabin is the spacious porch where we spent evenings enjoying the scenery of beautiful Nemo! Also, we very much appreciated how stocked the cabin is - it has everything you need!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

AshleyAnn W.

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

Great Stay

A great place and location to stay! Perfect size, everything you would need. Have already recommended to our friends and family!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Sturgis bike trip

Great cabin to stay at in cool little town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke E.

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

Quick stay in the area.

Had fun only stayed for a couple days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful

Our stay was only 2 nights but it was absolutely amazing! We will definitely be going back to South Dakota and staying in Wendy’s Ranger station again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Great Porch!

The kids loved the loft but my favorite part was sitting on the front porch and enjoying the valley view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor D., Remsen

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

Fantastic! Very family friendly

Fantastic! It was the perfect home away from home for our family of 4. Very clean and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald M.

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

Perfect for us!

We are a retired couple that loves the Black Hills area and enjoy riding the trails. The cabin was well stocked, Wi-Fi, a nice fire pit, peaceful surroundings, deer in the morning and evening, just to mention a few things. We will definitely return to this wonderful cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

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

Home away from Home

Cabin was great and peaceful! Our family of 6 loved our stay. Kitchen was well stocked with kitchen items. Toiletries available if needed. Kids loved the loft. We were visited by a few deer each morning. Having washer/dryer on site was very convenient. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

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

Slice of Black Hills heaven

This property had everything we needed. Good space for three adults, beautiful views, and all the amenities. Perfectly located between Rapid City, Deadwood, and Sturgis. We would definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Callie C.

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

Quiet and Secluded

We had 3 awesome nights to hang out at the cabin. We packed so much into our days that it was so nice and comfortable to come back to and kick our feet up at night. The views were outstanding. We had visits from the local doe and her fawn, a coyote pup one night, and breakfast with the birds outback. Super neat to see what the ranger station used to look like before they upgraded it. We would love to come back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very nice. No troubles with the site. Everything worked save the DVD! Neighbors are noisy sometimes but you can't control that! Great porch to watch a thunderstorm. We wished we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

scott a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was well stocked and furnished. It was located in a great location, quiet and private. Lots of activities to do such as the many trails for riding and other activities such as visiting Deadwood and Custer State Park. We would definitely stay again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denver K.

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

Ranger house

We had a fabulous stay at the property. We were there to watch and help our son run the Black Hills 100 ultramarathon. It was in the perfect spot! Everything was just as listed, and very comfortable! Thanks again for a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was super clean and very nice! It had everything needed for supplies and more! Definitely worth checking it out!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

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

Nemo Stay

This is a nice place to stay. The location is great to go and blaze the trails of the Black Hills.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

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

Peaceful

Nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

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

Awesome place to stay!

Awesome place to stay! The cabin was clean, cozy and the beds were super comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

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

Charming cabin

The cabin was everything we hoped for. It was very nicely designed, clean, extremely well stocked, and private but not uncomfortably isolated. The owner was very responsive and eager to ensure a good stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

E W.

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

Awesome Stay in Nemo, SD

We had such a fantastic time. This cabin is updated with everything you need in a beautiful rural setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni L.

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

Comfy cozy stay

Great little cabin by the woods. Our two children LOVED the loft. The location is a great mid point between all the obvious stops one would make while visiting the hills. The cabin has everything you would want. Stop by a grocery store in Rapid prior to coming here if you plan on making your own meals which we did since they have every amenity to make your own food! There is a great little trail/creek not far from the cabin which we loved and seeing the sun come up over the mountains every morning was a plus as well. Will be staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda G.

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

Perfect Cabin Getaway

I absolutely LOVE this cabin. Perfect size, clean, comfortable. The front porch is so nice to sit out on. So peaceful! I'll definitely book this cabin again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

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

nice location

We both thought it was a wonderful place and will be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

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

Beautiful location

We had a great time! Cabin was perfect. No problems. We plan on staying again. Thanks Wendy!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024