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Reviews of Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.

Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.
Rapid City, SD

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin in the woods
Wonderful property, central location to all the black hills has to offer. Very clean and comfortable for a family of four. Would highly recommend if you are visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Our cabin was so cute and very clean! It was very private and had everything we needed. Our hosts left a cute gift basket for us and toiletries in the bathroom. I would definitely stay there again. It’s very close to Mt. Rushmore and many other attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little Oasis
What a wonderful quaint cabin that is in the perfect location to all of South Dakota’s adventures. Our host had everything we could have needed! The kids especially loved the campfire area. Highly recommend this perfect little oasis! We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas vacation
Cabin was great and seeing the farm animals was fun too. I highly recommend these cabins for anyone traveling to the area. Central location made it easy to go any direction for sightseeing or food locations. Hosts we're great and provided everything we could have needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and beautiful
Check in was easy and the cabin was move in ready with welcome package for the bath, in the fridge and information about the area. Minutes from the major attractions and 20 minutes from Rapid City. Enjoyed the fire pit in the evening and gthe quiet at night. Definitely recommend Yak Ridge and would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti M., San Antonio. TX

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay, but wonderful
The cabin was just as listed. Very clean and well stocked with all of the necessities and some fun extras. It is a small cabin, and there isn’t a lot of storage space, but it should be just fine for most people. We were on the tail end of a three week trip, so we had large suitcases and a ton of extra stuff. Property is wonderful. Lovely to sit on the deck and watch the deer. Very close to Mt. Rushmore, without being in the middle of all of the tourists. We were able to beat the crowds by going early and then go back at night to watch the lighting ceremony. If we’re ever back in this area, we would stay here agajn.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charley D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yak Ridge - Cabin 1
The cabin was very clean and well furnished. Julie was the host and really thought of everything people may need while during their stay. The farm tour is also great if you have kids coming along. It was really neat waking up in the morning and seeing deer just a few yards away from the cabin also.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2022
Thank you taking time to leave your comments and for taking such great care of the cabin! We look forward to having your family back one day :)

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Trip!
What a beautiful cabin! We stayed in cabin 1 during our stay. It’s located near just about everything we wanted to do. The cabins are clean, cozy, and cute! We enjoyed the quiet nature and sitting by the bonfire. Julie is an amazing host! Our children loved the farm tour and feeding the Yaks and chickens. We will definitely be back! 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicky C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, clean & well stocked cabin
These are super cute cabins! More of a high class stay. They were in great location in woods with deer walking around and about 10 mins from town & Mount Rushmore. Well stocked in my opinion with snacks & coffee, toiletries, soft towels, information & maps regarding all the surrounding points of interest. She is very well organized & timely in responding to inquiries. Had a great time. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marci D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful perfection
This was the perfect spot for our family on our South Dakota vacation. The cabin had everything we needed and was conveniently located to all the spots we wanted to visit. We loved waking up to wildlife every morning and the fire pit at night. If we ever venture back to South Dakota we will definitely see stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcus V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yak Ridge SD
This was a terrific stay and a terrfic location. Julie the host was very gracious. The cabins are absolutely adorable. To see all of the sights for our first time in SD this locations of the cabins could not have been better. I HIGHLY suggest the Yak Ridge cabins!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joni B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet get away
We love that it is not right on a major highway. No road noise. Julie is a wonderful host. You couldn't ask for better service! We stayed in Cabin 1. It's cozy and has everything you need. The welcome basket was a nice touch! The yaks are awesome! Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruchira D.

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely cabin
This cabin was very clean and as advertised. Location is great near Mt Rushmore. Very quiet at night. Got to see deers near the cabin. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful in every way
The cabin was perfect for us and the location made for easy access to all the sites. The property is lovely. The host was quick to answer questions and super friendly. Overall, it was an exceptional stay that surpassed expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mariacristina M., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
This cabin is absolutely lovely! Away from the crowds but close enough to everything. Julie is very kind and nice, she gave aus a short tour through the property and always responded to our messages super fast.The only thing is that the sofa bed was not so comfortable. I would strongly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

janelle r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Stay
The cabin and surrounding property is beautiful and very private. Julie, is an amazing host. She left many treats in the cabin as a welcome gift. The cabin has everything you need for your stay. It's also close to all the attractions that you'll want to visit in the are, but still feel like you are secluded. Great communication via text anytime we needed anything, she was right there with an answer, don't hesitate to book!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great stay!
Our family (two adults, two kids) loved our stay at Yak Ridge! It was clean and had everything we would’ve needed! There were so many nice touches—hot cocoa, farm fresh eggs, slippers, travel size toiletries. The central location to area attractions was incredibly convenient, but it felt very remote at the property. Even having other cabins nearby didn’t feel too close or crowded. The assortment of games was a nice touch, they came in handy during one day during a winter storm. If we come back to the Black Hills in the future, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yak Ridge South Dakota
Mmy husband and adult daughter and I stayed 4 nights at Yak Ridge in a 2 bedroom cabin. The amenities were as described as was the property. Check-in was a breeze and Julie responded quickly. We loved the convenience to Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, Rapid City and more. The surroundings were beautiful and the cabin was comfortable. The WiFi was quick and worked well when I had a meeting. Julie provided a wonderful welcome basket and toiletries. Overall this was a very good experience and we would love to stay here again. We definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely WONDERFU
This place was perfect. Location made it a breeze to go anywhere. Guided tours knew exactly where we were located and picked us up. And even though we were close to so many area attractions, the cabin was still quite and secluded. Deer in our backyard everyday. Julie made every effort with the little things to make it a place to remember and enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Centrally located to everything “Black Hills”
Yak Ridge is a wonderful cabin that had everything we could possibly need for a week stay. Easy check-in/check-out, great location and well-kept, clean cabin. The host's Julie and Jim go above and beyond to make you feel welcome, including travel info and welcome gifts. I highly recommend Yak Ridge for your South Dakota stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin, Great Location
We highly recommend staying at the Yak Ridge Cabins. They are very clean and well taken care of and the amenities were great. The location is perfect for hitting all of the area sights. Everything is within a short drive of the cabin in all directions. Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Devil's Tower, Custer State Park, Badlands Scenic Highway, Needles Highway, 1880 Train etc. It was also great for a relaxing evening after a long day of sight seeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2021
Thank you Kristi for taking time to submit a review. So glad that you enjoyed the cabin, the location, and were able to take in so many area sites during your stay!

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little cabin
Loved this little cabin. Owners have definitely put some thought and effort into making it comfortable and efficient. Loved all the hooks around the cabin for storage. Included a suitcase holder. Enough chairs and furniture. Everything you need in a kitchen. I’m so impressed by all of it. I really appreciated the little welcome kit with snacks. There are visitors brochures for local attractions and a large map. It’s very well thought out. The outside fire pit area has chairs and a large picnic table. There was a picnic table cloth. It is far enough off of the highway to feel secluded and not hear any traffic but still extremely close to vacation attractions. Only regret is not having enough time to tour their family farm. Definitely on my list for next time we book here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2021
Thank you Sarah for taking the time to share your experiences at Yak Ridge. So glad that your family enjoyed their stay and we look forward to having you join us for a farm tour during your next stay!

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous spot
This was one of our favorite stays ever. The cabin was just perfect with so many extra touches. The property was quiet with cabins laid out for private outdoor seating. The owner directed us to a trail for cross-country running in the property which we used daily—you run up a hill to a scenic overlook on an outcrop of rock—and then you can descend into a beautiful valley. We highly recommend Yak Ridge!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2021
Thank you Catherine for taking the time to submit a review! So glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to use the trails on the adjacent National Forest - it is a beautiful spot for hiking and running.

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Vacation
Perfect location! The cabin was close to many great tourist locations, but was still surrounded by the beautiful nature the Black Hills has to offer and felt secluded. We were welcomed with a wonderful gift basket and fresh farm eggs. Check in and check out was a breeze. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris N., Lincoln , NE

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Yak Ridge
Lovely cabin on a quiet piece of land. Clean and well equipped. Cabin 1 Quite small for a family of 6. Would have been fine for a family of 4.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay !
Great place to stay to enjoy the Black Hills
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Totally clean and spotless. No dust, cobwebs, etc. we totally loved being there!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelly A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away from Home
Very clean tidy little cabin with necessities. Quiet and relaxing. Owner personalized the visit with farm fresh eggs and treats. Added touch with supplied bathrobes and slippers. Loved it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eva R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay here, it’s perfect
This property is the perfect, most cozy getaway. While Julie goes above and beyond to provide extras to make your stay even better, the cabins are centrally located to most attractions. The cabin was in pristine condition, and Julie was always quick with her communication. Honestly this was the best VRBO I have ever stayed at. We will be back!!! Thanks for everything Julie!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness
COZY and CLEAN
This so comfortable and cozy. Well thought out details of anything you might need while away from home and yet not cluttered. Everything was clean. The best way to vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ellen O., Iowa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend Getaway
We had a great weekend at Yak Ridge. It was the coldest weekend of the winter, but we loved the beautiful, snowy scenery. The cabin was well furnished, very nice, and had lots of extras that made for a very nice stay. Coffee, tea, slippers, a welcome basket in the fridge and even fresh flowers were all nice touches. The cabin's location is close to Mt. Rushmore and not far from Rapid City. It is just far enough off of the main road to feel like you're really getting away, yet close enough to the main road for easy travel to area attractions. We had fun watching all of the deer around the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Very clean and cozy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Excellent. Could not have been better. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katherine V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice and cozy cabin
We had a great time. Very relaxing! Its location is convinient and very close to Mt. Rushmore. We will definitely recommend and will book again if we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!!!!
Yak Cabins went above and beyond! This charming cabin was absolutely perfect, so cozy and comfortable with attention to detail! We enjoyed the fire pit and seeing all of the wildlife! We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing
The cabin is located in a relaxing forest of mixed pine and hardwoods. Deer are around the cabin as was a chipmunk. The cabin is well stocked and suited for a max of five people if one does not mind the couch.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2020
Glad that you enjoyed your stay and the local wildlife. Thank you for taking the time to submit a review and for taking such good care of the cabin. Hope you will be back one day and the couch does make into a queen sleeper if you happen to need sleeping options for up to six.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vanetta L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Extremely clean little cabin. Appreciated that it was off the beaten path, next to 3 other cabins, but still had a secluded feel. There were little gifts left for our us which were both unexpected, and useful. The kids enjoyed climbing the hill just next to the cabin, sitting around the fire, and playing the marble and board games. We will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H., Morris US

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
The cabin is very clean and comfortable. The location is so peaceful but yet close to all attractions. Wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, adorable cabin
Great vacation in the Black Hills. Cabin is in a great location for all attractions. Julie responded quickly to our messages. Cabin was comfortable, well-equipped and homey!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jazmin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabins
It was great space spent with family cooking together, as well as a great location. There was lots of deer and just a great place to be ...
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and comfy
Great location, close to attractions. Quiet. Communication with Julie was great.

10/10 Excellent

Naaren K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin, perfect location
We loved it here! The cabin was clean and quiet. Very close to everything. Owners are very nice. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cabin
This charming cabin was even better than I expected. It is nestled in a beautiful wooded area, and it is very close to Mt Rushmore and other attractions. I would highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trip to Black Hills
Cabin was great (clean & comfortable). There were other cabins at the facility but they are not right on top of each other like many other places. Excellent location to serve as home base to see everything in the region.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janel H., Scottsbluff, NE

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location and property
We enjoyed our stay. Everything was very clean and the location and proximity to fun attractions was wonderful. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2020
Thanks Janel for taking the time to post a review. So glad you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your return :)

10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Just as described! Excellent location. Located in the woods, but just off a main road and perfect location to all the main sights and attractions. We loved the fire pit in the evenings and the layout of the cabin was great for our family of 5. Cabin was super clean and had everything you would need. We enjoyed the welcome snacks when we arrived - such a nice touch! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Maggie B., Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient and beautiful location
This cabin is conveniently located near popular sights and attractions in the Black Hills, while also being tucked away in a beautiful spot in the mountains. We stayed here comfortably with our teenagers and all loved the location and the cozy cabin, itself. We would love to return. Julie is a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind words. So glad your family enjoyed your stay and we look forward to your return!