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A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a leather sofa, a dining table, and large windows offering a view of the forest. - Ponderosa Mountain Retreat (Rapid City)
A cabin with a wooden deck, multiple windows, and a chimney. - Ponderosa Mountain Retreat (Rapid City)
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Take advantage of laundry facilities, a gym and a hot tub at Ponderosa Mountain Retreat. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 113000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Ponderosa Mountain Retreat

  • Ponderosa Retreat – Spacious 4-Bedroom Cabin with Hot Tub & Sauna

    Nestled among the beautiful Ponderosa Pines, this spacious 4-bedroom mountain home offers the perfect Black Hills getaway for families and groups. Enjoy peaceful forest views with easy access to hiking and ATV trails right nearby.

    Inside, you’ll find 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an open loft with 3 twin beds—plenty of space for everyone. The main level features a king primary suite with en-suite bath and a queen bedroom. The lower level includes another king bedroom, a queen bedroom, and a large living area with a smart TV and foosball table for family fun.

    Relax outdoors on one of four scenic decks, fire up the gas grill, or unwind after a day of adventure in the hot tub. The fully equipped kitchen includes all the cooking essentials, a coffee maker, spices, and an extra refrigerator in the garage for drinks and supplies.

    With Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and thoughtful amenities throughout, this cabin provides both comfort and convenience in a beautiful mountain setting.

    Important Details:

    3 miles of gravel road to the property

    Parking for up to 4 vehicles and one 16-ft trailer (additional trailer parking available at our office)

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 23

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Pets or smoking allowed 5 vehicles allowed Room for1 trailers 16 ft.

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Rapid City, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum @ Black Hills Institute and 1880 Train. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Rapid City travel guide
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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • A mountain with a prominent peak and a smaller peak to the left.
    Black Hills National Forest
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A steam locomotive pulling passenger cars through a forested area with tracks curving through the landscape.
    1880 Train
    27 min drive - 18.8 miles
  • A mountain with a large rock face featuring carved faces, surrounded by dense green forest.
    Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    33 min drive - 24.7 miles
  • Mount Rushmore with flags and a stone monument in the foreground.
    Mount Rushmore
    38 min drive - 26.5 miles
  • A mountainous landscape with rocky outcrops and a winding road.
    Custer State Park
    39 min drive - 29.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Rimrock Happy Tavern
    27 min drive
  • Ridgeline Roadhouse
    19 min drive
  • Circle B Ranch and Chuckwagon
    23 min drive
  • Annie Lode Coffee Cabin
    25 min drive
  • No Bad Days Tap Wagon
    21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ponderosa Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ponderosa Mountain Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ponderosa Mountain Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ponderosa Mountain Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ponderosa Mountain Retreat located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pactola Pines Marina, Pactola Point Swim Beach and Sheridan Lake North. Black Hills National Forest and Sheridan Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Ponderosa Mountain Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
The property was very clean and kept up. The hot tub was nice. They had a lot of kitchen accessories such as waffle maker and slow cooker as well as some basic cooking spices. The multiple decks were nice. Check in and check out instructions were clear and available quickly. They had a nice assortment of games. There was plenty of room to spread out. It was nice space for our family weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay at the Ponderosa

House was fantastic, it had s lot of room, clean and semi secluded which is what we were looking for. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cabin! Great Location

Outstanding property and location! Everything we were looking for! Hosts were great! Ask about the ATV tour.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mt Rushmore Family Retreat

Property was amazing and so unique. Would stay there again if the intent is to relax and have family time. Dirt road was graded well and takes time to navigate but the wildlife was fun to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Beautiful home and surroundings. Very remote; far from grocery, etc
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Secluded

Great remote area. We loved the size of the house for all 10 of us. The house was stocked with all the essentials. It was quite a drive with the construction but for those that got car sick in our group it worked perfect. Hot tub was great to relax in. Had a blast visiting all the sites!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spacious and Beautiful

3 couples stayed, and we had a wonderful time. did some side-by-side riding, and back to the cabin every evening for dinner and so watch football. Everything was as stated, and more. Kitchen and bathrooms were well supplied. Very comfortable surroundings. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family getaway

This is a wonderful older property that gives a perfect vibe of mountain living. The decor is so unique and makes you want to learn more about the area's history. The amenities, games and five decks were plentiful for six adults and three young children. Host Julie was very attentive. It's quiet and remote, which is a positive unless there's highway construction and it extends your travel time to attractions, and that was just our luck. Highly recommend if you want a tranquil, unique property that offers better value than the others we've tried.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

South Dakota vacation

The property was excellent for our needs! We took our grandchildren on a trip since they live in different states and are young enough to have time in their schedules. We took them to several sites in the area during the day and ate with their parents for breakfast and dinner. We all could go our own way during the day! It was a fabulous vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful spot for our family!

Amazing property! There was plenty of space for our 5 girls and us to spread out. We loved the hot tub, nice big kitchen for cooking dinners & breakfasts and many decks to relax on. The drive up the hill took a little long but that would be our only complaint. The kids had fun with games, PlayStation and foosball - a bonus to have those things already there and ready for them. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for our family of 8 adults and 3 small kids. The house was so clean and incredibly well stocked with EVERYTHING we could have needed. The beds were very comfortable and that can make or break our descion to stay again. The extra fridge in the garage was a great plus as well. The host was very attentive to all our needs. We had an amazing time hanging outside on the deck enjoying the views and the clean mountain air. We would definitely book here again. We have stayed in alot of properties in the Hills and this one was by far one of our favorites. You will not be disappointed with this house. It was our home away from home that we would stay at again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place

Had a great stay, everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great we love being in the hills!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing! Beyond expectations

Awesome stay, we enjoyed the hot tub so much and the place was very spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

This was a great place. Julie is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, adventurous road.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Trip of a lifetime

The family enjoyed the location which was central to sites on our list.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ponderosa

Our family had a great time and enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, secluded, perfect

Beautiful home, wonderful quiet area in the hills, beautiful views, wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wished I could go back with larger group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Gathering

Great location. Property has been well maintained. Enjoyed the secluded area. Appreciated the personal touches and decorations. Central location made for easy access to surrounding attractions.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Ponderosa

Nice, well-equipped home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Close to Pactola and Rushmore

The house had some gorgeous views. It is on the top so it is a big pull with any trailer. We had side by side RZRs so we had to park down at the bottom where you check in and load a vehicle to ride and drive to the top. We hit some amazing trails from there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Peaceful Place

We were boating and fishing at Lake Pactola most of the week. The house was just a few miles from the Lake, which is very beautiful. The house is also close to most area attractions. The house had everything we needed and was a very relaxing place to come back to at the end of the day. We had 6 adults and two kids and we all had plenty of space. Very nice home in a beautiful mountain setting!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet & Clean

A quiet, spacious property. The loft is great, but as expected with a loft, very open so if people are sleeping in the loft don't expect to be able to be in the dining/living room area. The basement also has a nice gathering space. Hot tub felt great after all our walking/hiking. Good amount of towels (I write that because we've stayed places were they only provide the bare minimum).
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022