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Modern Black Hills home nestled in the pines near beautiful Pactola Lake

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A room with a large sliding glass door leading to a deck with a wooden railing, a brown leather sofa, and a patterned rug on the floor.
A neatly made bed with a checkered quilt, a bedside lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white stove, and a window with blinds.
A cabin with a balcony, two sliding glass doors, and a welcome sign.
A wood-burning stove with a stone backdrop, positioned on a rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, Pactola Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Pactola Pines Marina
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Sheridan Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rapid City

With a stay at this vacation home in Rapid City, you'll be in the mountains, and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Black Hills National Forest and 20.1 mi (32.3 km) from Mount Rushmore National Memorial. .This vacation home is 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Pactola Pines Marina and 5.7 mi (9.2 km) from Pactola Point Swim Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Pactola Lake - 15 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Pactola Pines Marina - 19 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Pactola Point Swim Beach - 20 min drive - 7.4 miles
  • Sheridan Lake - 21 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • 1880 Train - 29 min drive - 19.7 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rimrock Happy Tavern - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Ridgeline Roadhouse - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Circle B Ranch and Chuckwagon - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪No Bad Days Tap Wagon - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Horse Creek Inn - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Modern Black Hills home nestled in the pines near beautiful Pactola Lake

This modern cedar-sided home offers comfort and convenience, but it is the peaceful, secluded aura that makes it hard to leave. Nestled into the hills, we are bordered by Forest Service land, which offers endless hiking opportunities. The breeze whistling in the pines truly induces peace and relaxation. The outdoor patio and deck space around the home invite family time or individual rest.

The home, built in 2002, has two levels, with the upper floor including a large master bedroom with glass doors leading to the back deck, large full bathroom, fully stocked kitchen, open concept family room and dining area. The lower level holds two bedrooms with queen beds, a full bathroom, laundry area, and large family/game room with a wood-burning stove. Five sliding glass doors and large windows offering beautiful views of the Hills are located throughout the home. Spacious rooms give every guest privacy, yet create openness for group activity.


Fully Stocked Kitchen: Guests are welcome to use the modern conveniences of a gas grill, dishwasher, refrigerator, electric stove, 12-cup coffee-maker, and microwave. Cupboards are stocked with popular seasonings and staples such as coffee, flour and sugar. Cooking utensils, dinnerware, and silverware are all supplied in quantity.

An electric washer and dryer are available for guest usage in the lower level of the home.

Extra Comforts: Each bedroom features a queen-size mattress and its own thermostat for individual control. The home has electric heat, and with the shade of the surrounding pines, is very comfortable all summer.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Make use of convenient amenities, which include an arcade/game room and gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
A courtesy call to our cleaner is nice if you check out early. That way she can also arrive early.
All dishes should be out of dishwasher clean and put away when you leave.
A load of laundry can be started - that takes the longest for our cleaner.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please be courteous to our neighbors! 10 pm is quiet time.

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

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
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Modern Black Hills home nestled in the pines near beautiful Pactola Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 129 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice place tucked into the mountain side.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kurt K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a nice stay, weather was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Travis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy place in a nice, quiet area. Perfect for our family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and ready for us! It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful get away and place to explore the Black Hills/Badlands/Mount Rushmore/Crazy Horse!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

krista j.

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

Farmers on Vacation

We had a great family stay, the cabin was clean, well stocked and plenty of space!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was pleasant. Host was easy and prompt to communicate with. It was very remote and peaceful the entire time.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the remoteness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

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

Thankful for a great place to stay!

Beautiful setting and great access to hiking opportunities!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

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

Great place for the family

We had a wonderful vacation and the house was a perfect place to rest and relax before and after our busy outings!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Grace P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cozy house. Well equipped kitchen. We enjoyed the cows
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was a great getaway for my husband and me for a beautiful weekend in the Black Hills! Kari communicated well and we had everything we needed. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Summer retreat

Great home out of town in a beautiful and peaceful area. We were driving distance from all of the SD attractions we wanted to see on our vacation. We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brent W.

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

Quiet retreat

The house was well off the beaten path. Homey feeling and well stocked. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

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

Very nice

Great place to stay! Clean and a great area! Will definitely stay again, if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arland & Lori E.

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

Peaceful cabin

Relaxing cabin in a wooded area near a lake . Great hikes nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany G.

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

Summer Trip

A fantastic cabin up in the hills away from busy streets! A fantastic deck to wake up and drink coffee on before starting the day!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie T.

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

Stay in Black Hills

It was so quiet very nice, we were there during the Sturgis rally and it was nice to come to a quiet place
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Awesome 4th of July cabin

Cabin is quiet and peaceful
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wendy W.

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

Very nice, secluded home!

The boys had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

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

Family trip

We had a wonderful time in this mountain home. Perfect being out of the bustle of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda A.

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

South Dakota Home

Nice location and close to OHV trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamarra E.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

National Park vacation

Clean, comfortable, quiet and all the comforts of home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven D.

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

Mt Rushmore trip

The property is very nice a s clean. We loved the location of the property and the access to all the towns around the area. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

June 2025

The property was quiet and relaxing if you want to get away from the city life. It had everything we needed including good internet. It is also close to Pactola Reservoir and OHV trails. we enjoyed our stay there very much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025