15 min to Mount Rushmore, Black Hills.

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A wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by pine trees.
A cozy living area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall. There is a painting above the sofa and a window on the right side.
A bedroom with a bed, pillows, a framed picture of a moose, wooden walls, and a hanging light fixture.
A cozy living area with a wooden floor, a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator, a sink, and a bar with stools.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and built-in appliances.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Keystone, SD
  • Place, Big Thunder Gold Mine
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Rushmore Tramway Adventures
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Keystone

When you stay at this guesthouse in Keystone, you'll be in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Mount Rushmore. .This guesthouse is 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from Black Hills National Forest and 13.6 mi (21.9 km) from Custer State Park.

What's nearby

  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gutzon Borglum Historical Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • National Presidential Wax Museum - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grapes and Grinds - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Ponderosa Restaurant & Lounge - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Gaslight Restaurant & Saloon - ‬11 min drive

About this property

15 min to Mount Rushmore, Black Hills.

The view from the home is beautiful, you can see Mount Rushmore in the distance. Nice Hiking on the property and close to everything. Very Private, which is nice when you come back from a long day. Crazy Horse is also, close. The Badlands is about an hour and 15 minutes away.
We also live on the property but we will never bother you unless you need something. You have your own place and we have our own home.
There's a private balcony. A kitchenette 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 and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Living room
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 27

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the trash

Turn off the lights and return the keys

Put the dirty sheets and towels on the bathroom flloor

Take all trash outside and put infront of garage doors.

Make sure you start dishwasher

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Smoking because the woods can catch firer easily.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: The deck sits up high. No toddlers or young kids

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

15 min to Mount Rushmore, Black Hills. Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay. Owners were very welcoming and friendly! Easy access to all places.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet and peaceful! Just what we were looking for after long days of exploring the area!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Location
Such a lovely place to stay. Very comfortable, clean and great hosts. If you love nature, you will love this place. Close to many places to explore (Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, Badlands, Hill City, Keystone, Custer). Lovely deck to sit outside and relax.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The kitchen was fully stocked. Be sure to bring groceries with you from Keystone or Hill City.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phil B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place to stay! The hosts were outstanding, the view was amazing, and the accommodations were superb. Will definitely stay here again when we are back in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband & I had a wonderful stay at this rental. It had everything we needed for our 6 nights there. It also has amazing views. You can see Mt. Rushmore in the distance. Mike & Lisa live on the property, right next to the rental, but do not invade your space unless you need them. They are very friendly, even gave us some eggs while we were there. They readily answered any questions, gave us a quick tour of the property when we arrive. You are free to walk/hike their property. The property is close to Keystone & all the major sites in the area. Easy to get around. There is peace & quiet here. So relaxing to sit out on the balcony/deck & look at Mt. Rushmore, listen to the birds.We thoroughly enjoyed our time here. It is a great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd year staying in Keystone Absolutely amazing accommodation Fantastic Host Beautiful Views I would recommend this Property for your next visit to the Black Hills
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Regis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hosts were friendly and accomodating. Centrally located for Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park and numerous other must see sites. Would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and beautiful place to come back to after exploring the area. We had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend. Beautiful and peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fred R.

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

Excellent place

This was an absolutely great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was great! Very clean and comfortable. Beautiful area! Host very accommodating and available if needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful being right in the mountain. Not far from Keystone, S.D. Nice host and hostess.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing place to stay with an amazing view! Thank you so much for having us!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robb B.

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

Black Hills Holiday

The property was private, well appointed and exactly what we were looking for in our Independence Day get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cary f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lisa and Mike were perfect hosts! Centrally located to all the top destinations in the Black Hills. Clean, quiet, great view of Mt Rushmore in the evening! If we ever get back we will definitely stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful place. Mike & Lisa were terrific hosts. Clean, relaxing, near everything. The view from the deck of Mount Rushmore in the morning is spectacular!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

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

Great location, had everything we needed!

The home is in a great location - private and quiet but also close to lots of attractions! Had everything we needed and Lisa and Mike were wonderful hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Amazing stay

We love staying here! Our “home away from home”. Will be back as soon as we can!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and peaceful. Easy check in. They had everything thing we might need. The view off the deck was the best! Beautifully decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

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

Excellent

Very nice place to stay. Would definitely recommend to anyone going to that area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tracy j.

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

Fantastic Place

What a wonderful place to stay, especially if you want quite at the end of the day. Your hosts are awesome and the accommodations are superb!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

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

Great experience

Mark and Lisa were very friendly and welcoming. The view of Mount Rushmore from the balcony was more than expected Would definitely stay again or recommend to anyone traveling to the area
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

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

Black hills vacation

Fabulous place to stay…back deck is amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our time here and Lisa and Mike were great hosts. We would definitely book this again.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Great Stay, Highly Recommended

Beautiful place in a quiet and secluded location. We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it to anyone who’s looking. Lisa and Mike were great hosts, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan O.

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

Mount Rushmore visit

Lovely location and lovely home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024