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"Flower of the Hills" Historic Craftsman Home with Garage. Private corner lot
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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m
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Lead, SD
- Place, Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center8 min walk
- Place, Homestake Gold Mine10 min walk
- Place, Historic Homestake Opera House13 min walk
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room
1 Double Futon
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
"Flower of the Hills" Historic Craftsman Home with Garage. Private corner lot
Great romantic and family getaway! This comfortable, inviting, fully restored Craftsman home we call the “Flower of the Hills” features a wrap-around porch with rocking chairs, and a south facing deck perfect for Morning coffee or BBQing on the outdoor grill. Located in a truly private and natural setting in a quiet safe neighborhood. Garage & RV parking. This home is historic yet comfortable with modern conveniences. You can literally feel history in the home's original woodwork, gracefully proportioned rooms, period fixtures and 12 foot ceilings. The historic Black Hills, with Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorials nearby, is rich in natural beauty, cultural interest and fun things to do! Ski and Snowmobile in the winter months (just 5 miles away to Terry Peak), and gambling in Deadwood, just a few miles away.
Our kitchen is equipped with everything you need to make good meals. Dining Room seats 6+.
Do you need covered parking for motorcycle or snowmobiles? We have a large garage plus an outdoor space for RV parking. Travelling with a pet or pets? We are pet friendly; advance notice and approval required. Just write and tell us about your pet. All pet guests are required to follow House Rules, and there is a $75 per pet per stay;
From the main hall, French doors lead to the Master Bedroom. Next to the Master Bedroom Guest Room. Both are equipped with antique dressers, comfortable memory foam mattresses, pillows and quality linens to ensure a great nights sleep.
The house is on a corner lot literally carved out of the hillside, offering privacy and peace. Access to the open meadow behind the house lets you wander the hills where you may encounter wild turkeys, deer, jack rabbits and artifacts from the hill’s mining history. Sitting atop a hill overlooking the "Open Cut" in the historic town of Lead - known as the "City of Gold" because this is where the gold rush began in 1876 - the Flower of the Hills is located just 1 mile from Deadwood.
You can walk to 2 great neighborhood parks. Manuel Park has skateboarding, free tennis and basketball courts and a sledding hill. Take a stroll to Gold Run Park and follow the winding self-guided tour of interesting exhibits about gold mining until you reach the scenic visit at the top. You can see the famous Open Cut of the gold mine from our front porch (great view of fireworks on special occasions!) and visit the free Homestake Visitor Center less than 1 mile away in the downtown historic district of Lead.
Just short drives away are national monuments, Spearfish Canyon with waterfalls and forests and scenic drives. Close by are biking and hiking trails, especially the breathtaking 110 mile Mickelson Trail, 2 ski areas with snowmobile trails, and countless other opportunities for year round outdoor recreation, adventure or relaxation.
Lead is home to "Big Science" experiments on matter (neutrinos). Visit Sanford Underground Research Facility where scientists conduct experiments in the former gold mine in a search for dark matter; and to learn what happens to stars when they die.
“The Flower of the Hills” truly captures the rich history of the area, the laid back character of the Black Hills. Come explore the area, while enjoying the comfort and character of this historic home. There's so much to do, you'll want to stay awhile!
Below are just some of the places listed in our online Black Hills Visitor Guide:
Deadwood (1 miles), Terry Peak (5 miles), Mount Roosevelt Memorial (7 miles), Tatanka Story of Bison (5 miles), Mt. Moriah Cemetery (3 miles), Historic Homestake Opera House (1 mile), Sanford Underground Research Facility (1/2 mile), Mount Rushmore (46 miles), Crazy Horse Memorial (51 miles), Black Hills National Forest (29 miles), Wonderland Cave (27 miles), Sturgis Bike Rally (16 miles), Spearfish Canyon (18 miles), Buffalo Jump (35 miles), Rapid City (40 miles) Devil's Tower (79 miles), Deer Mountain Ski Resort (5 miles).
Where the Gold Rush began in 1876!
Our kitchen is equipped with everything you need to make good meals. Dining Room seats 6+.
Do you need covered parking for motorcycle or snowmobiles? We have a large garage plus an outdoor space for RV parking. Travelling with a pet or pets? We are pet friendly; advance notice and approval required. Just write and tell us about your pet. All pet guests are required to follow House Rules, and there is a $75 per pet per stay;
From the main hall, French doors lead to the Master Bedroom. Next to the Master Bedroom Guest Room. Both are equipped with antique dressers, comfortable memory foam mattresses, pillows and quality linens to ensure a great nights sleep.
The house is on a corner lot literally carved out of the hillside, offering privacy and peace. Access to the open meadow behind the house lets you wander the hills where you may encounter wild turkeys, deer, jack rabbits and artifacts from the hill’s mining history. Sitting atop a hill overlooking the "Open Cut" in the historic town of Lead - known as the "City of Gold" because this is where the gold rush began in 1876 - the Flower of the Hills is located just 1 mile from Deadwood.
You can walk to 2 great neighborhood parks. Manuel Park has skateboarding, free tennis and basketball courts and a sledding hill. Take a stroll to Gold Run Park and follow the winding self-guided tour of interesting exhibits about gold mining until you reach the scenic visit at the top. You can see the famous Open Cut of the gold mine from our front porch (great view of fireworks on special occasions!) and visit the free Homestake Visitor Center less than 1 mile away in the downtown historic district of Lead.
Just short drives away are national monuments, Spearfish Canyon with waterfalls and forests and scenic drives. Close by are biking and hiking trails, especially the breathtaking 110 mile Mickelson Trail, 2 ski areas with snowmobile trails, and countless other opportunities for year round outdoor recreation, adventure or relaxation.
Lead is home to "Big Science" experiments on matter (neutrinos). Visit Sanford Underground Research Facility where scientists conduct experiments in the former gold mine in a search for dark matter; and to learn what happens to stars when they die.
“The Flower of the Hills” truly captures the rich history of the area, the laid back character of the Black Hills. Come explore the area, while enjoying the comfort and character of this historic home. There's so much to do, you'll want to stay awhile!
Below are just some of the places listed in our online Black Hills Visitor Guide:
Deadwood (1 miles), Terry Peak (5 miles), Mount Roosevelt Memorial (7 miles), Tatanka Story of Bison (5 miles), Mt. Moriah Cemetery (3 miles), Historic Homestake Opera House (1 mile), Sanford Underground Research Facility (1/2 mile), Mount Rushmore (46 miles), Crazy Horse Memorial (51 miles), Black Hills National Forest (29 miles), Wonderland Cave (27 miles), Sturgis Bike Rally (16 miles), Spearfish Canyon (18 miles), Buffalo Jump (35 miles), Rapid City (40 miles) Devil's Tower (79 miles), Deer Mountain Ski Resort (5 miles).
Where the Gold Rush began in 1876!
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
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Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Bring all child safety equipment
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
$75 per pet per stay, upon approval
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
You may smoke outdoors & use an ashtray
Important information
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Lead
Located in Lead, this holiday home is in the city centre. Historic Homestake Opera House and Living Map Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Deer Mountain Ski Area and Terry Peak Ski Area. Homestake Gold Mine and Matthews Opera House & Arts Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lead, SD
What's nearby
- Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Homestake Gold Mine - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Black Hills Mining Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- Historic Homestake Opera House - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Living Map Theater - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Silverado Franklin Historic Hotel & Gaming Complex - 5 min drive
- Gold Dust - 5 min drive
- Saloon No. 10 - 5 min drive
- Sick-N-Twisted Brewery - 5 min drive
- Jacobs Brew House and Grocer - 5 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
17 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Martin C.
12 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Black Hills stay 2023
Martin C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Justine M.
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little retreat
Justine M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kate G.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely spot in Lead!
Kate G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jessica A.
22 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful
Jessica A.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Tim M.
28 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice older house.
Tim M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary S.
27 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Mary S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Corey T.
29 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay near Deadwood
Corey T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carol S.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Flower of the Hills
Carol S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
3 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and very clean
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan B.
27 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Christmas!
Jonathan B.
10/10 Excellent
Tyrone H.
5 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as advertised
Tyrone H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer R.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely Coming Back!!
Jennifer R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
27 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Marcus L.
19 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lead, SD home
Marcus L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen M.
5 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Welcomed Getaway
Kathleen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Quenilla E.
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Quenilla E.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Judy H.
9 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home in a quiet friendly neighborhood.
Judy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
8/10 Good
Lynn L.
27 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice Location for Access to Black Hills Sites
Lynn L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rick P.
21 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us
Rick P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Wendy A.
20 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lead or Bust
Wendy A.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tony P.
5 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfort is Key
Tony P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Colleen S.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy and Clean
Colleen S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
juan v.
9 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property needed maintenance
juan v.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beth P.
2 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So close to town
Beth P.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
About the host
Hosted by Anneliesa Barta
Your hosts are Superhost Anneliesa Barta and Architect Jim Smith, one of Denver’s top architects.
We have hosted over 200 satisfied guests to date between our various properties in Colorado, South Dakota and Missouri.
Anneliesa works in Environmental Consulting as a Project Manager for AECOM. Her professional background includes working 3 years as General Manager for a renovated historic hotel in Maryland. That experience provided her with a deep understanding of hospitality that she applies to hosting guests in short term vacation rentals.
"Caring for the structures of the past is a worthy pursuit" says Architect Jim Smith of SmithsArchitects. He has a keen eye for historic preservation, and personally oversees all aspects of building and renovation. He loves to restore properties to their former beauty by working with original woodwork, detailing and period fixtures. As a result, you can literally FEEL HISTORY in the renovated spaces that is respectful to original builders and craftsman, and materials.
Together Anneliesa and Jim are building a portfolio of properties in historic settings that offer you a truly authentic experience of a period home, furnished with a view toward harmony, simplicity and modern comforts. Come, be our guest – and stay awhile!
We have hosted over 200 satisfied guests to date between our various properties in Colorado, South Dakota and Missouri.
Anneliesa works in Environmental Consulting as a Project Manager for AECOM. Her professional background includes working 3 years as General Manager for a renovated historic hotel in Maryland. That experience provided her with a deep understanding of hospitality that she applies to hosting guests in short term vacation rentals.
"Caring for the structures of the past is a worthy pursuit" says Architect Jim Smith of SmithsArchitects. He has a keen eye for historic preservation, and personally oversees all aspects of building and renovation. He loves to restore properties to their former beauty by working with original woodwork, detailing and period fixtures. As a result, you can literally FEEL HISTORY in the renovated spaces that is respectful to original builders and craftsman, and materials.
Together Anneliesa and Jim are building a portfolio of properties in historic settings that offer you a truly authentic experience of a period home, furnished with a view toward harmony, simplicity and modern comforts. Come, be our guest – and stay awhile!
Why they chose this property
Anneliesa and Jim visited the area after watching the HBO series Deadwood. They fell in love with the area, its rich history and historic homes. The "Flower of the Hills", built in 1905 on the site of the Flower of the Hills patented lode mining claim, was a compelling renovation. In spite of several remodels done by former owners during its 110+ year life, the Craftsman home retained many original features that simply needed to be excavated and brought to light again. They did exactly that during a 6 month renovation full of exciting discoveries!
Now, the restored Flower of the Hills once again sits in shining beauty on the top of the hill near downtown historic Lead.
Now, the restored Flower of the Hills once again sits in shining beauty on the top of the hill near downtown historic Lead.
What makes this property unique
The Flower of the Hills offers you the experience of living in a turn of the last century home that is furnished with a comfortable simplicity, in a historic setting in South Dakota's beautiful Black Hills. Be our guest, and stay awhile!!
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