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BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.

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A living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV mounted above it, a wooden dining table, and a cozy seating area with a leather sofa and armchair.
A wooden door leading to an outdoor patio with a grill and a bookshelf filled with books.
A cozy bedroom with a bed, a quilt, a wooden door, and a kitchen area visible through an open doorway.
A wooden door with a metal latch and a doormat with "hello" written on it.
A wooden interior with a round table and two chairs, a window with curtains, and a stone floor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Perched on the lake, this 2-bedroom vacation home accommodates 6 guests with 1 bathroom. It features a patio, porch, and yard for outdoor enjoyment. Families can enjoy nearby fishing, hiking, and biking, while golf is easily accessible. The property is pet-friendly and located near Rushmore Lions Park and Canyon Lake Park.

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, Rushmore Lions Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Canyon Lake Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom + Sleeping Loft

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom + Laundry

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.

A quaint, clean, updated, 1940s era bungalow-style cabin. Excellent location to call home base for all of your Black Hills adventures. From the Badlands to Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse, Custer State Park to Sturgis, you can see everything within a 30-45 minute drive. Two-minute walk to Canyon Lake and Rapid Creek where you find fishing, kayaking and paddle boat rentals. Connected to Rapid City’s extensive bike and walking paths that include a nature trail, dog park and canyon lake park. Ten-minute drive to downtown Rapid City. Located in a quiet, family-oriented neighborhood, with a fenced back yard. Dog friendly for small fee of $10 per dog. Sleeps 4 adults comfortably, loft available for 1 additional person.

Master bedroom: queen bed
Second bedroom: queen bed, + full mattress in sleeping loft
Small couch with two chairs in living room
Clean, full bathroom
Washer/dryer
Fully stocked kitchen (utensils, pans, etc)
Outdoor space with grill and privacy fence
Off street parking

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Age recommendation for sleeping loft is 8 years
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dogs only w/ pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
Quiet hours 10pm-7am Smoking allowed outside only.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1298385vb
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this holiday home is on a lake. Black Hills Caverns and Berlin Wall Exhibit are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Watiki Water Park and Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center. Storybook Island and Flags and Wheels Indoor Racing are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and rock climbing.
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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Rushmore Lions Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Canyon Lake Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Braeburn Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Cliffside Park - 2 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Meadowood Lounge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. on 19 Oct 2026 start from AU$413, 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 BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-5 people. Walk to Canyon Lake. located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Rushmore Lions Park and Canyon Lake Park. Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center and Chapel in the Hills are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 186 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 186 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 186 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 186 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 186 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place to stay, definitely stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2026
Craig. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back at any time. Safe travels! Chad and Tara.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for what we were looking for during our quick stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rooms where clean with fresh bedding very comfortable cabin would highly recommend!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2026
Nick. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back anytime. Safe travels! Chad and Tara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent base camp option for exploring the Black Hills. The house was well stocked with amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2026
Kelli. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back at anytime. Safe travels! Chad and Tara
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Very pet friendly. Lovely cabin with great walking trails. Was not looking for downtown Rapid City and this little peaceful haven did not disappoint.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2026
We’re glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little rustic cabin with every necessity!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2026
Teresa! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back at anytime. Safe travels! Chad and Tara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was so convenient to all the places we wanted to go. It had everything that we needed for our stay, including the fully fenced back yard for our 2 pups. The restaurant recommendations in the book on the fireplace were wonderful! We also took our pups across the street to the wooded pathway, and even had some nightly deer visitors!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2026
Sharon! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back anytime! Safe travels! Chad and Tara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great little cabin in a perfect location. The yard was great for my dog and it's close to a nice park with a lake. Short drive to Mt Rushmore and other sights. It's a great spot for a family or trip with another couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2026
Joseph. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You’re welcome back at any time. Safe travels! Chad and Tara.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a nice place to stay as a launching place to the places we had on our agenda. The place was clean and had what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and cozy cabin. Had everything we needed for our stay. Good location for access to Rapid City and the Black Hills.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2026
Hi Matt! We’re glad you enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back at any time! Safe travels! Chad and Tara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Having a washer and dryer was really a terrific bonus after traveling for two weeks.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2026
Mary we are so glad you enjoyed Your stay! Please return anytime and safe travels! Chad abd Tara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was perfect especially for pets, nice location for traveling to the black hills, plenty of trails within walking distance. The only problem we had was we forgot to buy coffee so we used what was left by previous guests only to find it was decaf, beware the gold package coffee
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2026
Wilder. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You’re welcome back at any time. Safe travels! Chad and Tara.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a very comfortable place in a great location. The back yard was perfect for our small dog. It's close to a lot of great attractions including Mount Rushmore. We loved the way they decorated and made it feel like a small step back in time with a real western theme. We would stay there again. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2026
Lonnie. We are so glad you guys enjoyed your stay, you are welcome back at any time! Safe travels, Chad and Tara.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable atmosphere, good value, overall a good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2026
Hi Ellen. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back at any time! Safe travels home. Chad and Tara.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, cozy cabin close to all the attractions. Chad and Tara were great hosts and responded quickly to any questions I had. Would definitely stay here again if I find myself in South Dakota again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2026
Dustin, we’re so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back at any time. Safe travels and God bless! Chad and Tara.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot to relax and regroup
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming escape to the wild west. We visited with our kids and dog. Our kids loved the western elements throughout the home. The fenced in backyard was great. It was comfortable and clean. Trails and beautiful lake a block away. The hosts had great communication and were very accommodating. The location was also really convenient as a tourist homebase.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2026
Geoff and family. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back anytime and safe travels! Chad and Tara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice fenced in back yard for dog to run around. Location was nice right next to walking trail and park. Golf course close by.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
David. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back anytime. Safe travels! Chad and Tara
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything worked fine and it was enjoyable to be able to walk down to the lake and see the baby ducks and geese.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2026
Hi Scott. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay. Please let us know what we could have done or changed to make your stay a 5 star stat. Safe travels. Chad and Tara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was the perfect place for us to stay while exploring West South Dakota. It was really cute and a great size for my husband and 2 kids. My older daughter enjoyed sleeping in the loft, though it did get warm at night. Not only was it a relatively short drive to Mt Rushmore, Wind Cave NP, and Badlands NP, but it was great being a short walk from Canyon Lake and several trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 June 2026
Diana. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back anytime! Safe travels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was exactly what it said to n the write up. It was great for us and our Dogs!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2026
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay! You are welcome back anytime! God bless and Safe travels! Chad and Tara
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice backyard for pets. Fireplace was good for heating the living area. Home was very clean. Good communication with hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, quaint cabin. Exactly as advertised.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2025
Denita. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. You are welcome back at any time. Safe travels and God bless. Chad and Tara
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy stay! Perfect base camp to visit Custer state park and the Badlands.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
Hi Rachel. We’re so glad that you enjoyed your stay, please come back anytime you want to visit the Hills! Safe travels!Chad and Tara.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The space was extremely clean . Easy to check in . It also had everything we needed !

Would stay again !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Thanks Lauren! It was great to have you and please come back anytime!!! Chad and Tara

About the host

Hosted by Chad and Tara Carlson

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We (Chad and Tara) have lived in the Hills most all of our lives. We enjoy the small town atmosphere and friendliness of the people here. We are excited for our guests to come and visit our beautiful Black Hills which we believe are a hidden gem that many people overlook. WELCOME, WELCOME, WELCOME!

Why they chose this property

We have always wanted to own a small vacation rental to welcome people to our beautiful Black Hills, to enjoy the majesty and the beauty that is here. We know that you will enjoy your stay.

What makes this property unique

We love this small bungalow/cabin. It is in a perfect location to see all that the Black Hills has to offer. Everything is within driving distance and it is a perfect home base. We love the quirkiness and character in this cabin. It has original hardwood floors, and wood accents everywhere.

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