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Western Blue Skies in Country

Hikers discover private trails, wide-open skies, and natural wonders at this tranquil retreat in the Black Hills—a perfect base for outdoor adventures.

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Western Blue Skies guesthouse in Black Hills National Forest offers large windows and patios with mountain views. Enjoy stargazing without light pollution. Close to Custer State Park and Mount Rushmore, it's a perfect base for exploring local attractions.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

About the area

Located in Hot Springs, this guesthouse is in the city centre and near the beach. Mammoth Site of Hot Springs and Four Mile Old West Town Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Evans Plunge Mineral Springs and Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa. Black Hills Putt 4 Fun and Angostura Recreation Area are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Hot Springs travel guide
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Hot Springs, SD

What's nearby

  • Wind Cave National Park which includes caves and caving
    Wind Cave National Park
    2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Fruit Bat Falls, a popular set of waterfalls and swimming holes because of a lack of crocodiles, situated on the Telegraph Track in Jardine River National Park on Cape York in Queensland, Australia.
    Cascade Falls and Swimming Hole
    9 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • Evans Plunge Mineral Springs
    7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa
    8 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Mammoth Site of Hot Springs
    9 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Jalapeños Grill
    12 min drive
  • Taco John's
    11 min drive
  • Big Time Pizza
    10 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    11 min drive
  • Wandering Bison Coffee
    10 min drive

About this property

Western Blue Skies in Country

Guest house in the city centre
Consider a stay at Western Blue Skies in Country and take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Smoke-free property, games and outdoor furniture
  • Barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at Western Blue Skies in Country offer perks, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
Extra amenities include:
  • Children's dinnerware and travel cots
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Games
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

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
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

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
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

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

Western Skies
Western Blue Skies Guesthouse
Western Blue Skies Hot Springs
Western Blue Skies Guesthouse Hot Springs

Frequently asked questions

Is Western Blue Skies in Country pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Western Blue Skies in Country?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Western Blue Skies in Country?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Western Blue Skies in Country?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Western Blue Skies in Country located?

Located in the heart of Hot Springs, this guesthouse is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Wind Cave National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Evans Plunge Mineral Springs and VA Black Hills Health Care System. Battle Mountain Sanitarium and Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Western Blue Skies in Country Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

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

Great Spot

Great for crew, Restfull
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron W.

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

Peace and Quiet

Property was exactly as described. Host made it super easy to stay and was very helpful. The sleeping/bed set up was perfect for our family. Would certainly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy D.

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

Awesome Host

5 star property and 5 star host! Sharon was so great to work with and was beyond accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Anita C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Nice area with beautiful views

The property was very secluded, other than the owners home right across the road. The home had plenty of space and was comfortable and clean . Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colleen M., Roca, Nebraska

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

Great Place for a Family Vacation

The location between Hot Springs and Wind Cave Park was perfect for us. The place was immaculate and the hosts were immediately available when we needed assistance.. Lots of room to spare for our family of 5 to spread out. Loved looking out the windows at the forest and sitting outside on the patio for morning coffee. We also outside one night on the patio and listened to the sounds of the wildlife all around us. We wanted quiet and solitude (not crowds) and this was the perfect place for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia G.

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

Perfect Stay in South Dakota

The Western Blue Sky made a memorable stay for our family trip to South Dakota. The hosts ensured we had everything we needed and provided great advice on things to do in the area. The home was new and clean. The kitchen was well stocked. It provided a great location to see all the area attractions. You can smell the pine in the air from the pine forests in the Black Hills and at night it is perfect for star gazing. The views are spectacular from the upper porch area. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlo R.

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

Beautiful country getaway

We enjoyed our stay in the country, the sunsets on the upper deck were amazing! Close many of the sites we wanted to visit. Sharron was quick to answer all our questions. The unit was immaculate with plenty of space for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Lovely location - very peaceful.

Lovely location - very peaceful. Place was very clean and stocked with all necessities.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

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

Peaceful and Remote

We had plenty of room for our family of five. We had extra beds. It was clean and spacious and had everything we needed. There were beautiful areas on the property to explore. We did several day excursions into the Hills and could be in Custer in about 30-40 min. Hot Springs is only a few miles away. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

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

Thank You

Thanks for sharing your home with our family. Loved the seclusion and views. Was a great place to unwind and rest for another full day of sightseeing..
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

LeAnn B.

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

Great place to stay

Very nice home and the owners were always checking in to see if we needed anything. The only downfall was only one bathroom for our group of 6.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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

Exactly what we wanted in a trip to South Dakota

My wife and I and our two kids (7 & 4) loved our stay here. The home is centered on a nearly 200 acre property bordering the Black Hills. There are other rentable spaces as well as the property owners nearby, but there is no reason for that to detract you from choosing this location as each location is uniquely divided. We enjoyed walking the property and taking in the beautiful sites. We also enjoyed being out of the heavy tourism areas. Everything is within a reasonable and scenic drive. Make sure to see Mammoth Cave in Hot Springs. Also good to see is Wind Cave National Park. Plan to arrive early to secure a tour time as tickets go fast. We got tickets for a later time in the day and went and grabbed lunch in Hot Springs. Home was exactly as pictured and very well kept and clean. Individual room air conditioners kept the room nice and cool especially during the hottest of days. Home has everything you should need during your stay. Sharon and Perry are great hosts! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julianna L.

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

Home away from home

What a wonderful stay our family had. It was truely a home away from home. We felt instantly comfortable in the rural surroundings. The children loved the cattle and being able to walk around the fields. The wildflowers were in abundance and so beautiful. It felt very private.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

Sharon and Perry were great hosts. I would definitely stay here again. Thanks for everything!

Conveniently located to all the parks and Hot Springs for supplies. Awesome views. Great place to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zane E., Edmond

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

Great place and location

Great property and location. The property is isolated and away from the crowds. Mount Rushmore is about to 1.5 hrs and the Badlands were about 2.5 hrs away. We loved hiking around the property and seeing the wildlife. We would definitely come back. The owners we very helpful and hospital. The property had everything that we needed. Great vacation with the comforts a home!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025