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Buffalo Loft – Hot tub, wraparound deck & cozy Black Hills getaway!

Cabin in Lead with water park and Hot tub

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Dining
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8101.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

View map
  • Place, Terry Peak Ski Area
  • Place, Deer Mountain Ski Area
  • Place, George S. Mickelson Trail

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Buffalo Loft – Hot tub, wraparound deck & cozy Black Hills getaway!

Summary:

Buffalo Loft – A tucked-away Terry Peak cabin with hot tub, wraparound deck, full kitchen with granite countertops, pet-friendly comfort, and space for up to 8 guests — just minutes from the slopes!



The Space:

Welcome to Buffalo Loft – Your Black Hills Retreat!



Nestled in the trees on Terry Peak, Buffalo Loft is the perfect cozy escape. With rustic charm, a private hot tub, and modern upgrades like granite countertops and Wi-Fi, this cabin blends comfort and seclusion. Whether you’re hitting the slopes, hiking the trails, or simply relaxing on the wraparound deck, Buffalo Loft offers a true getaway experience in the heart of the Black Hills.



Main Level Highlights:

■ Kitchen & Dining: Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher and new granite countertops

■ Living Room: Comfy seating with a full-size sofa sleeper, smart TV, DVD player, and wood stove

■ Outdoor Living: Large wraparound deck with gas BBQ grill and seating



Bedrooms & Bathrooms on This Level

■ Bedroom 1- Queen bedroom

■ A full bathroom with shower and tub.



Upper Level Highlights:

■ Open loft-style bedroom space with additional sleeping options

Bedrooms & Bathrooms on This Level:

■ Bedroom 2: Queen bedroom + double on floor

■ Full bathroom with walk-in shower



Nearby Attractions:

■ Snowmobile and ATV right from the cabin. Trail access at Recreational Springs Resort.

■ Terry Peak Ski Area: just a 1.5 miles from the cabin to the main ski lodge

■ Mickelson Trailhead, fishing, golfing, scenic Spearfish Canyon: 15 minutes away.

■ Lead: 10 minutes. Deadwood: 15 minutes. Sturgis: 25 minutes.

■ Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park: Just an hour’s drive.



Additional Features:

■Private outdoor hot tub

■ Wraparound deck with seating

■ Full kitchen with granite countertops & dishwasher

■ Washer & dryer

■ Gas BBQ grill

■ Satellite TV & DVD player

■ Wi-Fi

■ Wood stove

■ Pet Friendly: Up to 2 dogs – please keep off furniture and clean up after them. Pet fee of $50 per night.



Guest Access:

Guests have access to the entire property. Pets are allowed but you must let us know if you have a pet and there is a limit of 2 pets allowed. $50/pet.



The Neighborhood:

This is a beautiful area of the Black Hills. It is on the Terry Peak Ski Area - over 6000 ft elevation. The scenery is beautiful.

Nearby Attractions:

■ Snowmobile and ATV right from the cabin. Trail access at Recreational Springs Resort.

■ Terry Peak Ski Area: just a 1.0 miles from the cabin to the main ski lodge

■ Mickelson Trailhead, fishing, golfing, scenic Spearfish Canyon: 15 minutes away.

■ Lead: 10 minutes. Deadwood: 15 minutes. Sturgis: 25 minutes.

■ Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park: Just an hour’s drive.



Getting Around:

There are taxis you can take to get around. If you drive, there is a large driveway that can accommodate 3-4 vehicles. 1.5 miles of unpaved, hard-packed road.

*4-wheel drive is required for winter driving conditions*



Other Things to Note:

** This property does allow pets

Pet Friendly – up to 2 dogs allowed. *You must let us know if you are bringing a pet. There is a $50/pet fee and you are responsible for cleaning up after the pet inside and outside. Pets are not allowed on furniture.

**4-wheel drive is required for winter driving conditions



Interaction with Guests:

Deadwood Connections is a locally owned and managed vacation rental management company that puts the guest first. Our team is available to assist you at any point during your stay—from arrival to departure. You can reach out if you need local recommendations or have any issues during your visit to the Black Hills. We aim to make your stay with us comfortable and peaceful so you can spend your vacation making memories! While we won't meet you upon arrival, we're just a phone call away should you need anything!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Lead

Lead is home to this cabin. Living Map Theater and Historic Homestake Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Homestake Gold Mine and Broken Boot Gold Mine. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Lead, South Dakota

What's nearby

  • Terry Peak Ski Area - 7 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Homestake Gold Mine - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Deer Mountain Ski Area - 16 min drive - 12.2 km
  • George S. Mickelson Trail - 17 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Spearfish Canyon Nature Area - 28 min drive - 26.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Boars Nest - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Latchstring Restaurant - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Cheyenne Crossing - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lewies Saloon & Eatery - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dakota Shivers Brewery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Buffalo Loft – Hot tub, wraparound deck & cozy Black Hills getaway! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Buffalo Loft – Hot tub, wraparound deck & cozy Black Hills getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Buffalo Loft – Hot tub, wraparound deck & cozy Black Hills getaway!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Buffalo Loft – Hot tub, wraparound deck & cozy Black Hills getaway! located?

Situated in Lead, this cabin is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Terry Peak Ski Area and within 6 miles (10 km) of Living Map Theater and Historic Homestake Opera House. Black Hills Mining Museum and Homestake Gold Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

MrJustin84vfr

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura V., Northwest Iowa

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

Great place to stay close to trails.

Great place to stay hot tub nice cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

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

Really great cabin!

We had a really wonderful stay at the cabin! Excellent location, really well maintained, and an overall fantastic experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

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

Wonderful fall trip

Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aric A.

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

Awesome place!

Had a great stay! Place was clean and inviting! Hot tub was great after a full day riding! Will definitely be staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn H.

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

Great Pet Friendly Stay

We came down for Wild Bill Days with 2 labs and everything from check in, directions to the property and check out were easy. It was an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry C.

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

Great stay

It was absolutely amazing! Super clean and gorgeous! Great location as well. We would absolutely stay here again. Check in process was so easy and efficient
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lamar C.

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

Nice Black Hills location

Clean, quiet, secluded property. Appropriately represented on VRBO
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome

Great place! Can’t wait to do it again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell W.

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

Cool place

Clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

Loved the beauty of the Black Hills in this well kept cabin. Had all we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

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

Matt

Great location for what we were doing. Lots of traveled. Well place makes me think about buying one out there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Fall Getaway

Beautiful cabin. Had everything we needed to enjoy our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy L.

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

Lead vscstion

Enjoyed property. Cabin filled with very nice kitchen dishes, pots and pans, utensils. Appliances top of line. Only thing we wished for in this property was a propane fire pit on deck. But very happy with property overall. Upper bedroom mattress needs to be replaced, too soft, you sink to middle.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

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

Buffalo Loft

We really enjoyed our stay here! There were a few things we were a little down on. The pictures make it seem like it is more secluded, when there are actually cabins on all four sides. There is one window air conditioner in the upstairs bedroom, where the bed is super stiff, but sinks in the middle. The downstairs shower and sink are slow to drain.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Great Cozy Cabin

This was a great place to stay for my family. The cabin iscozy but never felt too small. Being pet friendly was a huge plus for us. The hot tub and deck were perfect for hanging out on and the deck has gates to keep your pets secured.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger A.

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

Comfortable

Great location, quiet, clean
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathy h.

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

Buffalo Loft

The cabin was very comfortable for our group. The kitchen was well stocked, ( better than most rentals!) WiFi and cable TV was great. Plenty of towels for hot tub and showering. The area was mostly quiet. We had a great time! Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney K.

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

Gorgeous cabin!

My family and I loved our time in the hot tub enjoying the beautiful views! We also enjoyed playing board games that were in the cabin as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ed S.

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

Rustic

Amazing view
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

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

Just perfect

We loved the quiet and user friendly home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Abbey J.

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

Great!

Neat cabin! Was close to many things to do and see! Very cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

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

Perfect

Great location. Perfect for 4 adults. Came up for Jeep jamboree. Beautiful area to visit. Did lots of sightseeing before the jamboree. Great vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Beautiful area

It was a little smaller than I thought it would be, but the property is well decorated and nice. There is a small air conditioner in the upstairs bathroom, but opening the windows in the cool evenings was really all we needed to keep it comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea O.

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

Excellent property

This cabin is great! We stayed with family for several days and loved the place. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

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