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Private lodge Black Hills, kids<10yrs free, Custer Rushmore call 4 <10 Grp rates

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hermosa, SD
  • Place, Rushmore Cave
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Big Thunder Gold Mine
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪38 min drive‬

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About the area

Hermosa

When you stay at this lodge in Hermosa, you'll be in the mountains and 7 minutes by car from Rushmore Cave. .This family-friendly lodge is 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Mount Rushmore National Memorial and 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Custer State Park.
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What's nearby

  • Rushmore Cave - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 15 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 17 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 17 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 23 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Corner Pantry - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lintz Brothers Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rockin R Saloon & Steakhouse - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪BJ's Hermosa - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hermosa Coffee Shop - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Private lodge Black Hills, kids<10yrs free, Custer Rushmore call 4 <10 Grp rates

Once in a lifetime opportunity or a favorite place to return for a yearly family reunion, ladies' week, corporate retreat, men's bonding. Bring your Friends. This spectacular 5 bedroom plus loft home features unparalleled craftsmanship. Resting on Nearly 12 acres, this private 3 story hand-crafted log home features sky high ceilings, intricate woodwork, wrap around porch, walk out balconies and a bar entertainment room to bring everyone together.

Nightly rate is for 10 guests. We offer your kids under 10-years-old to stay for free. Therefore, do not include under 10-year-olds in the reservation page, an extra guest fee will accrue for parties over 10 total. But please communicate with the owner regarding how many kids you have under 10- years-old. Please be honest.

Activities at the house (or real close)
•There’s plenty of outdoor furniture on the wrap around decks. Sit back, relax, and enjoy abundant wildlife! Deer and wild turkeys hang out often in the yard.
•Gaming area has Cable TV, movies, board games, Toys, treadmill, foosball table.
•Outdoor games - we have a fun selection of outdoor games stored in the bin by the garage
•Gas and wood fire pits (but follow house rules)
•Our favorite hike which is super close (4 mi to the trailhead) and is a hit with the kids and anybody who wants to cool off in the water hole on a hot day. Easy family friendly half mile hike. Pictured in our photos.

This property is located directly off Highway 40 outside of Keystone, one of the best locations within the Black Hills, with the ability to reach some of the most desirable attractions in a matter of minutes.

Nearby Conveniences:
•Restaurants/Fast Food/Grocery/Convenience Store/Gas stations
oHermosa, South Dakota
▪Lazy R Bar & Grill
▪Lintz Brothers Pizza rated in top 10 in Black Hills area dine in or take out only 8 miles away
▪Pop’s Grocery Store
▪Corner Pantry (gas and to refill propane tank)
▪Dollar general
oKeystone, South Dakota
▪Cruizzers – Italian, American, Pizza
▪Powder House Lodge Restaurant – American, Steakhouse
▪Grapes & Grinds – coffee teas and wine bagels and gelato
▪Janes Boardwalk Pizza
▪Ruby House Restaurant – American, Bar
▪Carvers café – American, café
▪Boss’ Pizza & Chicken – American, Bar
▪Peggy’s Place – American, Diner
▪Turtle Town – Dessert, American
▪Keystone Country Store – small grocery store
▪Phillips 66 – gas station

Famous and must experience South Dakota Attractions:
▪Road Trip to the Badlands Badlands National Park
▪Link to 10 best hikes in South Dakota Most right in our area
▪ Hermosa and Keystone, South Dakota
oMt. Rushmore – also known as “The Heads”
oIron Mountain Road - The bookends of this road are Mt. Rushmore National Memorial and Custer State Park, two of the most visited destinations in the Black Hills. In between you will find the most spectacular scenery and adventure one can image. It is a living, breathing tapestry designed for your enjoyment
oRushmore Helicopters | Black Hills & Badlands
o Rush Mountain Adventure Park home of "Rushmore Cave" beautiful and amazing formations carved by nature. Explore subterranean passageways that lead to spectacular stalactite rooms and discover other amazing limestone cave formations. – right down the hill from our home
oRushmore Tramway Adventure
oAerial Adventure Park and Zip Line
oGrapes and Grinds
o(blast from the past) Roys Black Hills Twin Drive-in Theater
oBig Thunder Gold Mine
o1800 Train runs between Keystone and Hill City along the old City road
oHoly Terror Mini Golf
oGeoFun Trek Tours
oBlackhills wilderness edge ATV rentals
o closest golf course is at Hart Ranch Golf Club
o favorite golf course is The Golf Club at Red Rock
•Custer, South Dakota
oCuster State Park wildlife loop
oNeedles Highway- Look for the roadside turnoff at the Cathedral Spires Trail for a 3 mile round-trip hike through ponderosa pines and granite boulders. At the edge of the mountain, enjoy views of 7,242-foot Harney Peak, the state's tallest mountain.
oCrazy Horse Memorial
oSylvan Lake
oRocking R trail Horse rides
oHayride Chuck wagon Cook-out
•Hill City, South Dakota
oGeorge Mickelson Trail (Harach Park Trailhead) - The Mickelson Trail is a converted railbed that passes through the heart of the Black Hills. The majority of the trail does not exceed 4% grade, and the relatively hard packed crushed aggregate surface make it appropriate for bicycles of all types except road bikes with skinny tires. The trail is suitable for all ages and abilities. Hikers and horseback riders are the other predominant trail users.
oRent bikes for your trail ride in Hill City Bicycle & Boat Rentals
There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. The bathroom has a shower/tub combination featuring a jetted bathtub and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a fitness center or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this lodge include an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
RV/bus/truck parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • 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.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

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

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Note from host: See additional note to exclude kids from extra fee

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Call owner, event must be approved +addt'l fee
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 elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Private lodge Black Hills, kids<10yrs free, Custer Rushmore call 4 <10 Grp rates Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

frank k.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mai Kia X.

Liked: Cleanliness
There aren’t enough stars to give this place! We absolutely loved it. Everything was so clean and cozy, and it truly felt like a home away from home. This was our first family vacation in over 20 years, and the experience was incredible.The rooms were spotless, and we were all blown away by how well the kitchen was stocked—there were so many cooking utensils and supplies, everything we could possibly need was provided. The hosts really thought of everything, and it made our stay stress-free and enjoyable.Thank you for making this such a wonderful experience for our family. We loved every minute and would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable, family-friendly getaway!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

douglas c., grand island,ne

Liked: Cleanliness
Great clean property and would be proud to stay there again! Nothing but first class contacts and best location and service I’ve ever received.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is magnificent, with its polished log aesthetic and comfortable furniture and fun decorations. We appreciated the collection of board games as well. There is wifi and two televisions. The view out the back is great, and we saw a couple deer out there. I spotted a real toad outside next to the sculpture of the three banjo playing frogs. We had a great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

JIll C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was beautiful. Beds were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful family vacation cabin

We had a large family gathering and stayed 3 nights at this beautiful property. It was perfect for our family of 20 that ranged from infants to grandparents. We would recommend this place to anyone! The slack line and play set on the property was a huge hit and eating outside on the large porch was so peaceful and relaxing. A really great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was an amazing property. We had a group of 13, everyone had their own bed. We made lots of meals in their very stocked kitchen. We also seen a lot of wildlife right next to the cabin. Unforgettable vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

A. G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home that was well equipped. Great views from decks. Play ground for kids. Well equipped and partially stocked kitchen. No need to purchase herbs or spices if you cook.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our family!

This cabin was perfect for our family. The setting was peaceful and serene and so convenient to everything we wanted to do. The owner/manager was quick to respond to my texts and was really so helpful. The tip to hike to Small Falls Swimming Hole was priceless. There were 12 of us and we had plenty of room in the cabin. The kitchen had all that we needed to prepare great meals. We did find that the shower in the master bath would slow to a trickle if water was being used in other parts of the house. But that was the only issue. I would and have recommend this house to anyone. Our family so enjoyed our 6 days there. Many thanks to Bobbi-Jo Bobby!!!
Such a peaceful setting.
Small Falls Swimming Hole!
Swings in the back yard.
Wild turkeys in the back yard!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cassie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Black Hills vacation

We had the best time on our vacation. We were gone most of the day, but our kids had a blast at the house whenever we were there. The home was stocked with everything you could need, and the property is beautiful! We were all so sad to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay X.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Charming Stay

To celebrate my mother's retirement, an immigrant who obtained citizenship 30 years ago, we visited Mount Rushmore. The monument, although designed by Gutzon Borglum, was carved by Luigi del Bianco: an Italian immigrant. It was a great trip to bookend one chapter of her journey. My family chose to stay at this cabin for it's convenient location. My sisters loved the kitchen setup, and my brother enjoyed the grill on the patio. The kids, LOVED the game room, and I'm simply thankful for the enormous space!Checking in and out was a breeze, and our host proved herself exemplary, as her ratings suggested. I will say, driving with an RV to the site was a little challenging at first, but it was doable. Otherwise, I can't say enough great things about this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for a family reunion!

This house was absolutely perfect for us! My siblings, parents and I do a family get together every year and this house may be the best one we’ve stayed at yet! We had 5 couples and 2 kids under 12. The rooms and beds were great and comfortable, the loft (which is open, no door, just for those looking!) was great and we could’ve fit more people if we needed to! Everything we needed was there, everything was in working order. The playset outside and the slack line with rings between the trees and the saucer swing hanging from the tree were all perfect for the kids! Plus foozball and toys and games inside! Great outdoor space for tossing the frisbee and football around that we brought. The house was in a very quiet place with plenty of open space but was still an easy 20-30 minutes from all the main tourist attractions like Mount Rushmore, Reptile Gardens, and Bear Country (with no traffic to deal with!). Overall we were very very happy with our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice place

We enjoyed our stay as the house was so centrally located to all the places we wanted to visit. There were enough bedrooms for all of us and my grandkids liked the loft. And the blooming lilac bush was so fragrant!The kids can get loud and the open staircase really carried the sound, but after the first day we adjusted and it wasn't really a problem.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long family weekend

8 adults 7 kids (under the age of 8)Beautiful home, above & beyond what we expected! Great location, wish we would have more time to just stay at the cabin!Added plus: Walmart delivers for just 10
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doris E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Home!

The home was perfect for all of our family. It was so kids friendly that the great grandchildren were easily entertained. It was great to have outside activities to do, too. My daughters loved the arrangement of the kitchen. Thank you for sharing your home,
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun

We had a couple of different families coming together for a “Rushmore” Labor Day weekend retreat. Everyone was able to find the property with relative ease. The grounds are taken care of and have a great seclusion aspect. In the morning a great sunrise and beautiful views. The wrap around deck is fantastic for families who have several different age groups. I would highly recommend this property for families that are looking for a quiet retreat. Fantastic communication with the property owners as well!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous

Exceeded expectations on all fronts. Monte and Bobby Jo - fast responses on inquiries and helpful advice. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alysha J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Absolutely wonderful stay! Would 10/10 stay here again. Perfect for families with young children!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cabin; 4 1/2 stars

This is a truly beautiful and spacious log cabin--extremely well built and furnished--with gorgeous property and backyard. The only detractions I would note are that the grease from the grill was not clean and it caught on fire. The manager came to clean the grease but didn't finish so we did not get to use the grill at all. We had to cook many hamburgers inside in batches, which was slow and hot. The only other detraction was that the owner wanted us to strip the beds, and also put the trash in our cars and drive them to a trash depository down the road. We do not have vehicles to accommodate trash, though some members of our group put them in there anyways. To me, that was a bridge too far, especially since I paid a hefty cleaning fee. All else was wonderful and we had a lovely time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cabin in the woods!

This house was absolutely perfect for our family trip. It easily accommodated all 12 of us without feeling cramped. The property owners were so responsive and couldn’t be any sweeter! This area of South Dakota had so much to do that we stayed busy for all 7 days that we were there! You won’t regret staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness

One of A Kind

We had a small family reunion with our kids and their families, 11 people ages 8 months to 65 YO. It was a very special weekend and this beautiful property was a big part of it. The property is secluded but convenient to Rushmore, Custer Park, Keystone, and other attractions. It's quiet, beautiful, very tastefully furnished, plenty of service ware, cooking, and grilling amenities. We've stayed in a lot of properties in the hills and this is by far our favorite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent family vacation spot

We really enjoyed our stay here. We had 14 people in our group, ranging from an infant to grandparents, and there was plenty of space for us all. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed to cook big group dinners. We loved the huge deck with ample seating, and our kids especially loved playing in the yard and with the games out there. The area was quiet and it felt like we had it all to ourselves. The host and owner were responsive, friendly, and helpful. A couple of the mattresses could stand to be replaced, but other than that, we were very happy!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle Z., St Francis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place

The house was awesome! I took my kids and grandkids. Plenty of room for everyone to sleep comfortable, plenty of towels and a great view of wildlife! Lots of games to do at the house and close to all areas we went to. Bobby Jo was wonderful and Monte went above and beyond! Would highly recommend this house! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Our family loved the location and the quiet of being out in the country. The house worked well for us and we had plenty of room for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hermosa House

Perfect house for our family of 8-grandparents, parents, and grandkids. Plenty of room, clean, well appointed. The house is within easy proximity to Keystone, Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer SP and the two National Parks. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024