Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!
These 13 cabins are centrally located to everything the Black Hills has to offer!
We are just 2 miles from Pactola lake, located along Hwy 385, pavement the entire way with only a short gravel drive to the cabins.
Our cabins are modern and have tasteful finishes. Decorated in the genre of wildlife, Black Hills history and Native American traditions of the local area. We have used locally sourced materials in our building as well as highlighting local artists in our decor. Each master bed is covered with an authentic handmade Native American star quilt. All cabins have heating and air conditioning.
Spend your days visiting historic landmarks, quaint Hills towns, or parks and lakes, then come back to your cabin to rest and relax by our large campfire site. As you sit out and enjoy the campfire, you can see the stars with no light pollution. Depending on the time of year you can hear the owls calling to one another, hear the singing of the coyotes, the bugling of the elk, or listen to the turkey as they get ready to roost. Our cabins help you to enjoy the action-packed days of your vacation even more by giving you a place to come and relax and enjoy nature at the end of your day.
Our cabin specifics are: 300sqft studio cabin w/loft. Naturally well-lit, spacious open floor plan, 3 beds/1 bath.
Main floor has 1 plush high quality queen bed and linens, small table and 4 chairs, and a 43" smart tv with Blu-ray player and DVDs. We also have a collection of books and board games if that is more your speed! Each cabin has free Wi-Fi, and excellent cell reception for Verizon customers. PLEASE NOTE: no cable or satellite available.
Also on the main floor, the kitchen is equipped with full size appliances, utensils, dishes, and cookware. Bring your groceries and prepare your own meals! Some food items such as basic condiments and seasonings, Folgers coffee and a variety of teas are provided. Memorial Weekend-Mid September we also include 1/2 dozen fresh eggs from our chickens in your cabin fridge.
The roomy 8' x 8' main floor bathroom is well lit and has a shower, sink and toilet. Also included are hair dryer, full length mirror, quality towels and common hotel amenities.
The 8' x16' loft has 2 twin mattresses on the carpeted floor. The head room of the loft goes to 5ft in the peaked center. This area is the perfect space for children & teenagers! Please note: loft staircase is steep and narrow, not recommended for very young children or elderly. Please see pictures in this listing.
The outdoor area has a large fire pit with seating, propane grill, picnic tables, and toys & yard games. We provide firewood and smores free of charge!
Deer Creek Homestead operates on 6 acres just a short walk from the cabins. If you are interested in any of the animals or workings of a small hobby farm, please ask! Tours are available most evenings.
For your convivence we offer 7lb bags of ice, farm goods, and a variety of frozen foods for purchase in case you need something to snack on in a pinch and don't want to run into town. We can also deliver beer to your cabin with proper ID.
The cabins and site are clean and well maintained. The attentive hosts are friendly, hospitable and live on site to be available for your needs and questions.
We are centrally located, within 45 minutes or less of nearly all that the Hills have to offer such as Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, Deadwood and Sturgis. This location is also perfect for year-round seasonal activities such as boating, fun at the lake, hunting and fishing, skiing, hiking trails, rock climbing, geocaching, ATV and snowmobiling.
These cabins are NON-SMOKING and PET-FREE *This cabin has a small parking space for 1 vehicle. Boat/ATV/trailer parking available in the overflow lot beside the Guest Laundry. **Camper and RV parking is NOT available ***Tents are not allowed
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Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: events allowed, quiet hours 10pm-8am
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 first aid kit
About the area
Rapid City
Located in Rapid City, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Sonja's and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center and Things That Rock. Travelling with kids? Consider 1880 Train and South Dakota State Railroad Museum. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling.
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Sugar Shack - 5 min drive
Rimrock Happy Tavern - 8 min drive
Black Forest Inn - 10 min drive
Brandin Iron - 25 min drive
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Frequently asked questions
Is Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round! on 3 Jan 2027 start from AU$319, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Centrally Located near everything the Black Hills has to offer! Open year round! located?
This family-friendly Rapid City cabin is located in the mountains, 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Black Hills National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pactola Point Swim Beach and Pactola Pines Marina. Sheridan Lake North and Thunderhead Falls are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Awesome bunk house right in the middle of all the major tourist spots in the black hills
Very clean cabin with a very comfortable bed to relax in after a day of touring, Kids loved the loft and the goats and rabbits that surround this place
Would definitely recommend this place
Location was perfect as we weren’t far from anything on our list! Accommodations were everything we needed plus more! When we come back to the area we will be staying here again!
The cabin was perfect for our family of 4 (just make sure the stairs to the loft work for you)! The property is wonderful, and so many fun surprises. We would absolutely stay here again.
Check-in process was very easy, cabin was very clean and pleasantly surprised with the number of amenities included. Kids loved the loft area. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a quiet and relaxing getaway!
Adam G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2022
Thanks so much Adam! We love hosting families like yours :)
Our stay was great. Location was central to many attractions. Cabin had everything we needed. Clean and comfortable. Owners were great, and the fire pit was a nice bonus. If we vacation out that way again, we will stay here again.
Chris B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023
Thanks Chris! It was nice to visit with you at the nightly campfire, we would love to host your family again :)
We thoroughly enjoyed our cabin stay. It was close enough to all the good sites Deadwood Mount Rushmore Crazy Horse Memorial, and Custer State Park. It was clean and beautiful and private. Next time we come out we will definitely stay again.
Al & Sarah are great hosts, providing more than expected from any rental. The quality was well above any place we have ever stayed. Great place for active couple or young family. Beautiful views and great location. 10/10 would recommend.
Patty G.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2023
Thank you so much Stuart! We really appreciate you choosing Campfire Cabins to stay on your trip, and the kind words! We would love to have you back anytime :)
What an amazing stay! We had everything we needed! Such a beautiful location. Such friendly owners. We loved the goats greeting us every morning! Will be back!!
Great cabins and property. Super clean and organized. The owners are very on top of everything and will get you anything you need. They are a great couple and very friendly. Loved this place.
The cabin was very clean and comfortable! It was great to be able to watch tv in the evening! To no fault of the owner, we had unwanted visitors such as stink bugs and flies inside the cabin! We also enjoyed seeing the goats come to visit us. Had problem checking in as Vrbo sent us emai stating owner had a message but Vrbo app showed no message. We got owner’s number from a neighbor next to our cabin!
Great property with a wonderful location. The hospitality of the host was over the top. One of the best we’ve ever had. The cabin and property were both clean and exactly as advertised.
Clean, quiet cabins. Our hosts thought of everything we could possibly need for our stay.
Enjoyed watching the menagerie of animals. Very entertaining!
Beautiful place to stay, very clean and all the condiments you need. Even eggs and coffee. Great central location and will stay again and recommend to my friends. Oh yeah great DVD movie selection and options on the smart tv.
Such a peaceful setting! The owners are fabulous, they care about what they do and they do it well! Would recommend to anyone, and will be back! Thanks!
Paula S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2022
Thank you Paula! We really enjoyed visiting with you and your daughters :) We would love to have you back!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jan
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a big hit with my kids as they loved the loft and the spiral stairs to get to it. I appreciated hiw thoughtfully furnished everything was. The kitchen had all of the furnishings necessary to prepare a large breakfast.
The hosts were excellent at communicating, and they cleanly strive to show hospitality. We will stay here again.
The gists ate excellent st communication
Jan
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
About the host
Hosted by Sarah Sutton
Campfire Cabins is proudly owned by Albert & Sarah Sutton. We grew up in the Black Hills. We were high school sweethearts and married after graduation. We then moved to Rapid City for work. 25 years and 6 children later we had the opportunity to purchase land and move back to the Black Hills. We soon realized how much we had missed the beauty and serenity of the local area.
We decided to turn our property into an organic hobby farm with a large greenhouse, chickens, ducks & turkeys, milking goats, and a handful of beef cows. We also decided to build cabins near our home to share with other families wanting to experience all the Black Hills have to offer. With 2 children still at home, we own and operate the cabins as family business. We look forward to getting to know you and be an added blessing to your vacation experience!
Why they chose this property
We believe family is important, and we want to give your family a memorable vacation! We know how stressful it can be on everyone stuck in a car all day. Once you get here there is plenty of room for your kiddos to run around, play ball, and have a water fight on the front lawn while you take a breather and unpack. There are toys, games, books, and movies for them to use. Grab a drink and have a seat on the front porch and just enjoy their energy and happiness :)
Our cabins have a full-sized kitchen for you to prepare and cook snacks & meals. There is a small dining table inside each cabin and picnic tables and chairs outside for you to sit around and enjoy the togetherness of a meal and conversation.
With 6 children of our own, we know how expensive travel can be! Vacations don't have to be costly or "flashy". Kids will remember the TIME and EXPERIENCES you give them. They will remember bottle feeding calves up in the Sutton's barn and playing with the baby rabbits. They will remember the days you spent hiking, boating, or ATVing with them outdoors. They will remember the other kids they met at the campfire and the smores! They will remember playing soccer, beanbags, or flashlight tag with those same new friends while you get a chance to relax around the campfire and visit with other families from around the country. Want to know which trails are the best? Ask the other grandparents & parents who have already hiked/rode them! What is the best scenic drive? Is the pontoon boat or ATV rental worth it? Where are the best restaurants? Everyone is willing to help you out & share their experiences.
We (Al & Sarah) live on the property and are always available to answer your questions. Feel free to call or message us anytime! We are down at the campfire most nights, so come down and introduce yourselves! Smores are on us!!
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