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Cabin nestled in the Pines near Lake Pactola! ATV trails! Mt Rushmore! WI-FI

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Nestled in the heart of the Black Hills, this 3-bedroom mountain cabin on Edelweiss Mountain offers a serene retreat at 5600 ft elevation. Enjoy Wi-Fi and central air while surrounded by National Forest, with Pactola Lake, Sheridan Lake nearby and Mickelson & Centennial Trails within minutes.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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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.

Cabin nestled in the Pines near Lake Pactola! ATV trails! Mt Rushmore! WI-FI

The Black Hills are often underestimated because of the word “Hills”. This fact becomes apparent as you wind your way up hairpin turns high up on Edelweiss Mountain. The 1500 sq. ft. 3 bedroom mountain cabin is located at (5600 ft elevation) above sea level in the heart of the Black Hills and surrounded by National Forest. The cabin is located among the pine trees on Edelweiss Mountain just twelve miles north of Hill City South Dakota and three switchback country miles off of the Scenic drive U.S. Highway 385. Located within minutes of Pactola Lake, Sheridan Lake, and the Mickelson & Centennial Trails.

The perfect area for boating, hunting, fishing, hiking, rock climbing, golfing, skiing, snowmobiling, mountain biking, off-roading, and sightseeing - Minutes from Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse Monument, and Custer State Park. The cabin is located near several ATV trails, drive to the trails from the cabin. Additional parking for trailers available on private lot. This mountain cabin retreat is truly in the heart of the Hills, hidden away from, but easily accessible to all Black Hills attractions.
There is ample parking for vehicles and trailers, so bring your ATV's or rent from one of the many local vendors in Hill City. There are endless ATV/UTV trails right off the property!

Approximately 22 miles west of Rapid City, SD. (Airport 14 miles east of Rapid City)

Please note Three switchback country miles off of U.S. Highway 385 to the cabin location.
Winter access requires AWD or 4WD vehicle
Wi-Fi and Central Air

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Snow sports gear
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

Garbage dumpsters are located at the Edelweiss Mountain Manager building. Please remove garbage daily if needed and on the final check-out day.
Please wash all dishware that was used during your stay. Thank you!
Please start a washer load of towels or bed sheets on your departure date. This is a great help for housekeeping! Thank you!

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
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 not indicated whether 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 the city centre and on a lake. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Hills National Forest and Mount Rushmore. Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Rapid City travel guide
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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Pactola Pines Marina
    15 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Pactola Point Swim Beach
    16 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Sheridan Lake
    17 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Sheridan Lake North
    17 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Prairie Berry Winery
    21 min drive - 13.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Black Forest Inn
    11 min drive
  • Rimrock Happy Tavern
    25 min drive
  • Horse Creek Inn
    17 min drive
  • No Bad Days Tap Wagon
    19 min drive
  • Circle B Ranch and Chuckwagon
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cabin nestled in the Pines near Lake Pactola! ATV trails! Mt Rushmore! WI-FI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cabin nestled in the Pines near Lake Pactola! ATV trails! Mt Rushmore! WI-FI?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cabin nestled in the Pines near Lake Pactola! ATV trails! Mt Rushmore! WI-FI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin nestled in the Pines near Lake Pactola! ATV trails! Mt Rushmore! WI-FI?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cabin nestled in the Pines near Lake Pactola! ATV trails! Mt Rushmore! WI-FI located?

Located in the heart of Rapid City, this cabin is 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Pactola Pines Marina and within 12 miles (20 km) of Pactola Point Swim Beach and Sheridan Lake. Sheridan Lake North and Black Hills National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

eugene c.

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

Great house

Great place to stay. Lots of room. We will be booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reggie H.

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

Good trip

Fun, easy and peaceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaye O.

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

Edelweiss Mountain Getaway

Beautiful family getaway on nearly the top of a mountain. Beautiful views, plenty of room, and very peaceful. Hosts were easy to communicate with, informative, and thorough. It was a lovely stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jody S.

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

Very nice property away from the city!

We had our yearly family vacation here this year and we couldn’t have been more relaxed and happy in this cabin away from home! It is far enough away from the city to relax but close enough to do everything we had on our list❤️
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

April S.

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

Quiet getaway

Very clean, spacious home in a quiet neighborhood. Comfortable beds and large deck to spend time outdoors. Beautiful views. Highly recommend this home for a fun getaway in the Black Hills.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Black hills vacation

Great cabin. Very quiet and convenient to Custer state park, Mount Rushmore and Deadwood. Don’t miss the sunsets on pactola reservoir.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas G.

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

Very nice cabin in the Black Hills

Three of my family members and I stayed in this spacious cabin situated in a beautiful location. The cabin was clean and well equipped. Check in and check out was no problem. The host was responsive to the one question that I had. I highly recommend this cabin if you are looking for a quiet location in the woods that is conveniently located near the things to see in the Black Hills.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gale H.

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

Family Vacation

The home was very nice, everything was clean and worked. The description was accurate except I was expecting the kitchen to be on the main floor not upstairs, but that was not a problem. The view from the deck was excellent. No need to contact the property manager at all, definitely enjoyed the stay, would do it again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni M.

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

Cozy

It is a nice place. It is almost like 2 places in one. We only used the upper level. The description of the surrounding area that they have for guests in their welcome book, was spot on. We feel blessed to have stayed there. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Family Vacation

Great place. Enjoyed our stay. No complaints. Drive way is very steep but we knew this prior to staying. Had to take a run at it to make it all the way up, but made it. 🙂 Great location if you're looking to ride some trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

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

Nice place to stay…

We stayed here to go trail riding. The property is close to the trails. It was clean and worked out very well for our group. Communication was very easy with the host and service was great when we needed it. Like when our propane ran out for the grill they got us another right away.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Cabin deep in the woods

Cabin was miles away from main road. We wanted something quiet and we got that. It’s great for little kids. Our four and one year old had a fun time at the cabin. It was a very easy stay. The cabin had everything we needed. It’s a great cabin for everyone!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

Our Black Hills Trip

Best amenities we’ve had at a VRBO. Kitchen had everything we needed. Our host was great. We had a car problem and he arranged help for us. The location was great. I enjoyed sitting on the deck and smelling the pines.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Black Hills Get-A-Way w/ Family & Grandkids

Nice place, Very peaceful and Pine trees secluded. Other houses around but not real close, all in all very private. Home was very clean with plenty of necessities. About 3 miles off of Hwy 385 on a good gravel road. (Not an issue for us) Just minutes north of Hill City and close to Sheridan Lake. Excellent hiking trails there with great views around the lake. Great time was had by all.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Cabin in the Black Hills

A lot of thought went into making this cabin user friendly. It seemed that the owner thought of every small detail, and was very helping in completing last minute details. Directions to the cabin were clear. Our party was four adults, and the space was more than adequate for adults interested in hiking and visiting the Black Hills. Located in a wooded area, it was very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

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

Good Stay

Property was as expected. It was off the beaten path, but within an hour drive of everything we did each day, just plan ahead so you don't have to run back and forth throughout the day. Kitchen had everything needed, extra nice to have ice made for us upon arrival. The beds were comfortable. We didn't use the Murphy or couch bed. The driveway is VERY steep, but a beautiful area. Washing and fully drying all the towels was inconvenient as we would have liked to use the bathroom within an hour of leaving and had no towels, maybe a hand towel could remain in each bathroom?
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Marie S.

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

ATV trip

Nice property and VRBO. We had 6 staying there comfortably. The kitchen is small but did have variety of essentials for prepping/cooking meals. Outside hydrant has a split pipe so does not work. We had no cell service. Roads getting there are switchback and steep. We had long trailers with all our ATV/UTVS so it was a little challenging. Would not like it if it was muddy or was raining. There was an area to be able to park the trailers and is specific with signs for that VRBO address but not at the site itself. The driveway is STEEP so be prepared. Getting to trails was easy enough. Some pretty views and very peaceful. Overall a good stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Karla C.

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

Nice cabin deep in the woods!

We stayed at this property for fall break with our 2 teens and their friend. It was clean with 2 nice bathrooms, nice fluffy towels, good beds, and a nice sofa bed, plus a Murphy bed for an extra or two. We enjoyed our stay! The cabin is dated, but has all you need. We rented UTVs from Nemo which was very close, as well as being in the middle of the north and south tourist attractions. Which was nice. It is super dark and there are very twisty roads to get there. Also, you do need all wheel drive or turn off you traction control in order to get up the driveway. Be prepared for spotty WiFi service and one TV is not compatible with a fire stick, only VHS options. The kids used their computer to stream a movie downstairs. The deck was nice to relax on. Our only suggestion would be more lights. It is very dim at night. We played cards and it was hard to see. And maybe a couple more night lights in the bedrooms. We live in town and are not used to it being so dark😁 thanks for a great weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

SCOTT F.

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

Great location about 40 minutes from Rapid City

I live in the country so this was a great location and what im used to. The driveway is very steep like others have said, but i was able to make it just fine in 2 wheel drive in a suburban. My father in law made it with his Monte Carlo. The wifi internet was inconsistent and we weren't able to connect all of our devices. Im a Tech person, but i didnt have any time during our stay to figure out why as we had a busy itinerary and barely spent any time at the cabin. We loved the fact that the kitchen is well stocked with plates, cups, silverware, and even spices needed to prepare meals. The A/C works great and we all stayed very cool in June. Beds were very comfortable. The kitchen and main common area is on the 2nd floor along with 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. The Murphy bed, hide-a-bed sofa, 1 bedroom, and other bathroom are on the lower level. Lower level common area TV only has dvd player and dvd player with no cable or streaming capability. The TV upstairs has an Amazon fire stick as the only way to receive service. Overall we had a great time and enjoyed the peace and quiet of our cabin stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James E.

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

Review

Great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William C.

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

Summer family vacation

Served our needs just fine
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed. Our family of eight enjoyed being together and there was plenty of room. It is close to Pactola Lake where we spent Father's Day with a picnic and playing in the water. Easy to come back and bbq steaks for dinner. Great vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our family. It was very clean and had everything that you can need. Plenty of room for our 3 couples and two kids. Nice patio to sit out on for your morning coffee. We also saw a doe and a turkey with her babies. Hearing a turkey gobble in the morning was so neat. The cabin is also close to the swimming area and great hiking trails. Communication with the owners was wonderful, really appreciated the quick response. We loved our stay at the cabin!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

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

Good get away from city life but close to many things to do.

We had a relaxing time and really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bethany P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely cabin way up in the Black Hills! We really enjoyed our stay here with our family of 6 - plenty of room, very quiet & clean, fit all of our needs and was just as described. Definitely check out the top of the road (host describes how to get there in the binder) - you'll get a stunning view of the area. Thank you for sharing this beautiful cabin with us! Just a side note for Aug 2025 - there's a major construction project going on on Hwy 385 and sections of it are closed, causing you to have to take long detours on gravel roads and wait for pilot cars to guide you at times. This probably doubled our drive time every day going to the major attraction areas like Rushmore/Keystone & Custer. No fault of the cabin of course, just so you can plan accordingly if you're visiting during construction :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025