Black Hills Cabins, located along Hwy 385, offer a serene retreat amidst the scenic beauty of South Dakota. Spend your days exploring historic landmarks and parks, then return to relax by the large campfire site under starry skies. With modern cabins featuring tasteful wildlife-inspired decor and locally sourced materials, you'll unwind in comfort.
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Entire cabin
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 430 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!
These 13 cabins are centrally located to everything the Black Hills has to offer!
We are just 2 miles from Pactola lake, located along Hwy 385, pavement the entire way with only a short gravel drive to the cabins.
Our cabins are modern and have tasteful finishes. Decorated in the genre of wildlife, Black Hills history and Native American traditions of the local area. We have used locally sourced materials in our building as well as highlighting local artists in our decor. Each master bed is covered with an authentic handmade Native American star quilt. All cabins have heating and air conditioning.
Spend your days visiting historic landmarks, quaint Hills towns, or parks and lakes, then come back to your cabin to rest and relax by our large campfire site. As you sit out and enjoy the campfire, you can see the stars with no light pollution. Depending on the time of year you can hear the owls calling to one another, hear the singing of the coyotes, the bugling of the elk, or listen to the turkey as they get ready to roost. Our cabins help you to enjoy the action-packed days of your vacation even more by giving you a place to come and relax and enjoy nature at the end of your day.
Our cabin specifics are: 300sqft studio cabin w/loft. Naturally well-lit, spacious open floor plan, 3 beds/1 bath.
Main floor has 1 plush high quality queen bed and linens, small table and 4 chairs, and a 43" smart tv with Blu-ray player and DVDs. We also have a collection of books and board games if that is more your speed! Each cabin has free Wi-Fi, and excellent cell reception for Verizon customers. PLEASE NOTE: no cable or satellite available.
Also on the main floor, the kitchen is equipped with full size appliances, utensils, dishes, and cookware. Bring your groceries and prepare your own meals! Some food items such as basic condiments and seasonings, Folgers coffee and a variety of teas are provided. Memorial Weekend-Mid September we also include 1/2 dozen fresh eggs from our chickens in your cabin fridge.
The roomy 8' x 8' main floor bathroom is well lit and has a shower, sink and toilet. Also included are hair dryer, full length mirror, quality towels and common hotel amenities.
The 8' x16' loft has 2 twin mattresses on the carpeted floor. The head room of the loft goes to 5ft in the peaked center. This area is the perfect space for children & teenagers! Please note: loft staircase is steep and narrow, not recommended for very young children or elderly. Please see pictures in this listing.
The outdoor area has a large fire pit with seating, propane grill, picnic tables, and toys & yard games. We provide firewood and smores free of charge!
Deer Creek Homestead operates on 6 acres just a short walk from the cabins. If you are interested in any of the animals or workings of a small hobby farm, please ask! Tours are available most evenings.
For your convivence we offer 7lb bags of ice, farm goods, and a variety of frozen foods for purchase in case you need something to snack on in a pinch and don't want to run into town. We can also deliver beer to your cabin with proper ID.
The cabins and site are clean and well maintained. The attentive hosts are friendly, hospitable and live on site to be available for your needs and questions.
We are centrally located, within 45 minutes or less of nearly all that the Hills have to offer such as Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, Deadwood and Sturgis. This location is also perfect for year-round seasonal activities such as boating, fun at the lake, hunting and fishing, skiing, hiking trails, rock climbing, geocaching, ATV and snowmobiling.
These cabins are NON-SMOKING and PET-FREE *This cabin has a small parking space for 1 vehicle. Boat/ATV/trailer parking available in the overflow lot beside the Guest Laundry. **Camper and RV parking is NOT available ***Tents are not allowed
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Gravel flooring in public areas
No lift (single-level property)
Smoke-free property
Note from host: a smoker receptical & seating provided on porch
Services and conveniences
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near the marina
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Snowmobiling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Events allowed, quiet hours 10pm-8am
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
A smoker receptical & seating provided on porch
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
Note from host: events allowed, quiet hours 10pm-8am
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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
Located in Rapid City, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Sonja's and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center and Things That Rock. Travelling with kids? Consider 1880 Train and South Dakota State Railroad Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling. Visit our Rapid City travel guide
Is Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round! located?
This family-friendly Rapid City cabin is located in the mountains, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Black Hills National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pactola Point Swim Beach and Pactola Pines Marina. Sheridan Lake North and Thunderhead Falls are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round! Reviews
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Awesome bunk house right in the middle of all the major tourist spots in the black hills
Very clean cabin with a very comfortable bed to relax in after a day of touring, Kids loved the loft and the goats and rabbits that surround this place
Would definitely recommend this place
Location was perfect as we weren’t far from anything on our list! Accommodations were everything we needed plus more! When we come back to the area we will be staying here again!
What an amazing stay! We had everything we needed! Such a beautiful location. Such friendly owners. We loved the goats greeting us every morning! Will be back!!
Great cabins and property. Super clean and organized. The owners are very on top of everything and will get you anything you need. They are a great couple and very friendly. Loved this place.
Great property with a wonderful location. The hospitality of the host was over the top. One of the best we’ve ever had. The cabin and property were both clean and exactly as advertised.
The cabin was very clean and comfortable! It was great to be able to watch tv in the evening! To no fault of the owner, we had unwanted visitors such as stink bugs and flies inside the cabin! We also enjoyed seeing the goats come to visit us. Had problem checking in as Vrbo sent us emai stating owner had a message but Vrbo app showed no message. We got owner’s number from a neighbor next to our cabin!
Clean, quiet cabins. Our hosts thought of everything we could possibly need for our stay.
Enjoyed watching the menagerie of animals. Very entertaining!
Dean M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jan
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a big hit with my kids as they loved the loft and the spiral stairs to get to it. I appreciated hiw thoughtfully furnished everything was. The kitchen had all of the furnishings necessary to prepare a large breakfast.
The hosts were excellent at communicating, and they cleanly strive to show hospitality. We will stay here again.
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The cabin was quaint and clean! We didn’t spend a ton of time in the cabin or on site as we went out to do “tourist trap activities” with the kids, but it was comfortable when we did return to the cabin for meals and sleep. My kids (ages 15m and nearly 3yr) had a blast in the loft! The stairs were a tad narrow, but otherwise we had no issues. 3 The highlight of our time at the cabin was each morning we looked out the window to see a small herd of goats in the driveway! That was exciting for both the kids and us parents. lol! They were fairly tame and allowed the kids to pet them while they grazed. If we ever need to rent a cabin in the Hills again we will try to get a reservation here!
By far the best VRBO we have stayed at. Everything was perfect. The cabin is centrally located, quiet, and cozy. Sarah was very attentive and helpful. 3 days in South Dakota wasn’t long enough. The best sleep I’ve had in years. If I could give 10/10 I would.
What an amazing experience we had during our stay! Even with the road construction and closure, we were able to experience the area in a whole new light! But no matter what adventure we were going on, what hike or lake we were by, my 8 year old would only ask “when are we going back to the cabin?!” … the homey feeling the cabin provided plus the joy of the animals outside made it her favorite thing about our trip! Thank you for such a wonderful trip!
We rode our motorcycles from New Mexico to experience the Black Hills during the annual Sturgis rally. This location is perfect and centrally located for exploring all of the routes and loops without being in town. Kitchen was perfect for cooking dinners and well stocked with the basics. Lots of other great touches - snacks, toiletries, etc. Clean, quiet and loved watching the goats, chickens, ducks, turkeys, rabbits and more. Don’t let the construction scare you away - wonderful hosts and we highly recommend.
My husband and I, and our two children, loved this property and cabin! It's a quiet location in the country of the Black Hills, and very peaceful. There were goats the kids could pet as well as a few cats. They had fun trying to catch the pet bunnies but never succeeded! We wish we would have had more time here! The cabin was very clean and cozy, and the kitchen was very well stocked with supplies. Would highly recommend this property for anyone that doesn't want to stay in town and wants the peace and serenity that this location has to offer.
The cabin was perfect for our family of 4 (just make sure the stairs to the loft work for you)! The property is wonderful, and so many fun surprises. We would absolutely stay here again.
Check-in process was very easy, cabin was very clean and pleasantly surprised with the number of amenities included. Kids loved the loft area. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway!
Our stay was great. Location was central to many attractions. Cabin had everything we needed. Clean and comfortable. Owners were great, and the fire pit was a nice bonus. If we vacation out that way again, we will stay here again.