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Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown!

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Driveway from the Main road.
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6117.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hill City, SD
  • Place, 1880 Train
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Naked Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown!

Tin Mill Cottage is located just off Old Hill City Road on a quiet wooded lot. Enjoy your coffee in the morning or evening gatherings on the deck or covered gazebo sitting area facing the woods. Deer and turkey are common visitors to the yard and adjacent wooded lot! Tin Mill Cottage is conveniently located on a hillside overlooking the route of the 1880 Train as it chugs up Tin Mill Hill towards Keystone and is a short walk to the downtown area. Tin Mill Cottage is just a short walk to nearby Major Lake for fishing.
This cottage has become a favorite cabin for families seeking an affordable stay in the Black Hills. It has two bedrooms, each with a queen bed, and a queen portable folding (firm) mattress (recommended for children only) to accommodate 6. NO MORE than 4 adults and two children. It has an electric fireplace in the living room. There is one bathroom with tub and shower, laundry, AC wall units, SMART TV is ready for your own streaming package with your personal user codes. Cable TV is provided as well as free, high speed WIFI. The fully furnished kitchen (with dishwasher) and gas grill on the deck helps keep your vacation affordable by allowing meals to be made 'at home'. However, there are many nearby restaurants for those who are 'truly on vacation'!
A car port affords shaded parking for two vehicles.
NO PETS, NO SMOKING.
Please note that photos of this cabin on this web site are current and have not been digitally enhanced.

Check our availability calendar for the dates desired. Don't see the dates needed? Ask us about the Old Town Cottage VRBO # 274119, another nearby rental under our management!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Our maximum number of 6 includes children.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Check out 10:00 AM. If you know you are departing earlier, please text/call us the evening before at 605–574–2250 with anticipated time of departure. Housekeepers appreciate advance notice! Thanks.
Check out expectations are posted on the refrigerator.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No wood outdoor fire-pits Guests have several parking options but must not block the driveway which is a service lane
Must notify owner of anticipated departure time

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
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
Property Registration Number 5963

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hill City

Located in Hill City, this cabin is on a lake. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Mount Rushmore. Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hill City, SD

What's nearby

  • 1880 Train - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Naked Winery - 5 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Prairie Berry Winery - 5 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 13 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 14 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar and Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪High Country Guest Ranch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪1885 Steakhouse and saloon - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown! located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Things That Rock, Sonja's and Museum @ Black Hills Institute. Twisted Pine Winery and South Dakota State Railroad Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 111 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

wade and shawna k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was immaculately clean and everything was as described in the description. It was centrally located to everything that we wanted to do. I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone planning a trip to the Black Hills!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Quick trip

This property provided a perfect location and easy access to the points of interest. Fully stocked kitchen, however we used only a few cups and bowls during our stay. Linens were nice, house was very clean and plenty of room, there were 3 of us, all adults. We enjoyed sitting outside for a few hours one day. I would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tin Mill Cottage exactly as pictured and described. Very clean. Quiet location. But you will get to hear the 1880 train whistle! Convenient to our planned activities. Easy walk downtown. Good food ar Hill City Cafe. Such fun seeing the many deer in the yard.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

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

Great location

This was a wonderful place to stay during the Sturgis motorcycle rally. Great location And wonderful hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Beautiful Cabin

We absolutely loved staying at this place. Very peaceful and was super clean. I would highly recommend and would stay again. July 3-6 2024
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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

Tin Mill

Property exactly as described. Very clean and cozy. We had everything we needed. Loved the layout of the house and all the outdoor seating options. Watched the sunrise on the east side of the house and the sunset on the west side. The grill was super nice and ate supper on the deck several nights. Great parking spaces for our truck, trailer and RZR. Appreciated the nice towels and the washer and dryer. It was hot out several days and the cabin stayed nice and cool. Close to downtown but still felt as if you were away from the hustle and bustle. We have already decided to stay here again when we come back next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

William R.

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

Tin Mill stay

Fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karri K.

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

Biking Vacation

We had a great time biking George Mickelson trail. The house was extremely close to the trail. Also close to all other attractions. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

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

N Family Vacation 2024

We loved our stay at the Tinmill Cottage. It was the center of everything we wanted to do. Had laundry onsite which was super helpful. Living room and kitchen were very spacious! We enjoyed hearing the train coming and going.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Cathy J., Elk Mound, Wisconsin

Great place for a family

We loved the location of this home. It was close enough to attractions and parks. There was plenty of room for our family of six. We utilized the grill and hot tub many times. It was very clean and well stocked with supplies.

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Excellent home away from home

Excellent location! It was so nice to be able to come “home” after a busy day exploring!! Location was close to the road but with the trees in the back of the home, we were tucked into the woods! Excellent communication throughout our stay as well. A+++
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Skip L., Frisco City, Alabama

Wonderful lodging and great people

We stayed at this cabin for over two weeks, and completely enjoyed the location, the people and especially the owners. Everybody in the office was extremely helpful, answered all our questions and were able to get us in a week early when other plans fell through. We were able to visit all the sights, enjoy the "Mangy Moose" and felt like we were home. If life allows us, we will be back next year.

10/10 Excellent

Connie C., Elizabeth, MN - USA

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

Black Hills Vacation

We loved our stay at the Tin Mill Cottage! It's the perfect location above Hill City so you're close to all the tourist attractions! We packed our days full of activities and it was nice having a home to come back to and relax before starting again the next day! The owners were very responsive and messaged just to make sure everything was going well! It has became one of our favorite VRBO's and would be the first one we would look for on future visits and recommend to friends and family! Thanks again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken F., North Branch, MN

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

Beautiful view and centrally located

This was the perfect place for our family when visiting the Black Hills. It was centrally located and allowed us to visit all the nearby attractions we wanted to see including Badlands and Wind Cave National Parks, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse, Mount Rushmore, Devil’s Tower, Spearfish Canyon, Needles Highway and Deadwood. The cabin is on top of a small hill which allowed us to overlook part of the city, along with the beautiful mountains surrounding Hill City. We also had deer we could watch in the yard on several locations, which was exciting for our kids. The owners also went above and beyond our expectations. Our family left ear buds in the cabin when we left. The owners were able to mail these to us which we greatly appreciated. Overall, we couldn’t have been happier with the our stay at this property or the service we received before, during, and after our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R., Harvest, Al

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

Cute house

This cute little house was perfect for 4 of us. 2 rooms and 1 bathroom. We didn't use the kitchen to cook but it appeared to be fully stocked should you need it. We rode the 1880 Train and walked to the station from the house. We could of walked to the main street with the shops and restaurants also but it rained most days… we didn't let that spoil out trip though. Hill City properties were very nice and attentive even sending me a text letting me know that severe weather was in the forecast. We appreciated this! And luckily we didnt get anything other than a thunderstorm. The house close to Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse we even made our way to Deadwood and Belle Fourche. Beautiful drives and cute mountain towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

The J.

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

Great Location, Great Cabin, Great Stay

We absolutely loved this property for our 6 night stay. It was walking distance to Hill City restaurants and grocery store (if you chose), but on the "quiet" side of the hill. The quiet was only broken by the entertaining whistle of the 1880 tourist train every few hours between 9 and 5ish. The location was convenient to our hiking trailheads in Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. The cabin was perfect for the two of us, but could have been just as comfortable for family with children. We found the cabin to be immaculately clean with all the appliances up to date and in working order. The living room and kitchen was spacious with lots of natural light. There was a deck on three sides of the home with multiple seating areas, one under a small gazebo. The kitchen and bathroom was furnished with all the necessities needed for most occupants. We did have to provide some storage bags and spices, but all was good. The beds were comfortable, the handheld pulsating shower head was good and there was plenty of hot water. We appreciated having the covered carport to protect our vehicle from the elements and the willingness of the owner allowing us to hose the dirt from our car after driving on the gravel highway to Spearfish. We would strongly recommend this property for anyone looking to feel like they were getting away from it all while being in the middle of everything.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a perfect place to spend a few days with family! Very clean, beds very comfortable, decor perfect. The outside is beautiful. Wish had been warmer to enjoy the deck but these were the dates that we could get away. Would certainly like to stay again. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a peaceful location close to town and many beautiful sights. It was very clean and comfortable to come back to after our long days hiking and touring!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to stay! Very clean, comfortable beds and as described. The location was perfect for what we wanted to see in the area. The host was very responsive and we couldn't be happier with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

sharon v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was spotless with an excellent location for all our activities. The owners were great to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Out stay was excellent and we will highly recommend this place to others. The communication we had was great and the house was absolutely wonderful to stay in. Thanks for providing a great place for our family to make memories that will last a lifetime. We will definitely stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

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

Tim Mill cottage stay

We absolutely loved our stay at the Tin Mill cottage. The owner Marcia was so helpful along the way and was quick to respond to any questions! We stayed with our 4 young children and it was in a quiet area where they could have space to run and explore nature. The cottage was very clean and well stocked. Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Communication with the host is excellent! Wonderful cottage with all the comforts of home!!! Highly recommended, if I could rate this 20 stars I would. Central location-walking distance to shops, grocery store and places to eat. And don’t forget the 1880 train. Wildlife galore right out in the yard daily, If you are looking for a place to relax after shopping and sightseeing, this cottage is for you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca B.

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

Perfect place to atay

This was an amazing little place to stay. Very clean, everything we needed, and a quiet place to relax. We really enjoyed feeding the deer carrots. Communication with owner was fantastic. We will certainly stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie G.

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

Easy to cook in the kitchen

We enjoyed the house and had plenty of room.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kim and Marcia Benning, Heart of the Hills Vacation Homes

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We are Vacation Home and Cabin managers with Heart of the Hills Vacation Homes in Hill City. We own several of the cabins on our roster including this cabin and have 3 of our personally owned cabins listed with VRBO.

Why they chose this property

This property is located contingent to our personal home property and by buying it, we were able to protect our home land property from developers who would sub divide in to small tracts and lots of houses. We have preserved the forest within a town!

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