This Black Hills Vacation Home is located at Gilded Mountain with a shared Clubhouse with outdoor swimming pool and game room!
The Space:
Your Perfect Black Hills Adventure Starts at Leaning Tree Lodge!
Looking for a relaxing home base where you can enjoy the Black Hills in style? Located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Deadwood, South Dakota, this 4 bedroom cabin offers the perfect space for families of all sizes to enjoy the outdoors. Up to 10 guests can relax comfortably, and enjoy the wonderful views off the back deck. Its location, flat parking, spacious main living area with gas fireplace & beautiful picture windows make it one of our more popular vacation homes. You'll enjoy sitting on the back deck, taking in the scenery or relaxing with your morning cup of coffee and watch the deer pass by. You can challenge your friends to a foosball game or walk across the street to the Clubhouse and swim in the outdoor pool and sit in the dry sauna. There's something for everyone!
Main Level Highlights
Open Concept Living Space: Features a fully-equipped kitchen, large dining table that seats 6, breakfast bar with additional seating for 4, and numerous picture windows that make the space bright & open feeling. A large TV is mounted above the fireplace with a couch & two chairs for comfortable seating. This is a great space for everyone to gather.
Outdoor Living Space: Sliding glass doors lead to a spacious covered deck with breathtaking mountain views, private hot tub and BBQ grill.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms On This Level:
■ A half bathroom
Upper Level Highlights
Open Loft Area: At the top of the wooden staircase is a loft area that the bedrooms on this level are located off of. Additional couch seating located in the loft.
Bedrooms and Bathrooms On This Level:
■ Upper Bedroom #1 with a King bed
■ Upper Bedroom #2 with a King bed
■ There is a Full bathroom located off the loft area with a walk-in shower and two separate vanities.
Lower Level Highlights
Second Living Space: At the bottom of the stairs you will find a second living space that features comfortable seating, large wall mounted TV, foosball table, and a wet bar. This is a great space for the kids to gather!
Outdoor Living Space: Sliding glass doors lead out to the lower deck patio with beautiful views.
Bedrooms and Bathrooms On This Level:
■ Lower Bedroom #3 has a King bed
■ Lower Bedroom #4 has a Queen bed and twin bunk beds.
■ There is a full bathroom located off the living space with a shower/tub combo.
Gilded Mountain Clubhouse - As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, will have exclusive access to the Community Clubhouse, a premier facility featuring a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, rejuvenating sauna, private game room, and an inviting loft area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities in the clubhouse include a pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade game a large screen TV
Centrally located Black Hills Cabin
Convenient Parking: Large, flat driveway can accommodate 2-3 cars. *4-wheel drive or all wheel drive recommended for winter driving conditions*
Additional Featured Amenities:
■ Central A/C
■ Wifi
■ TV
■ Foosball Table
■ Private Hot tub
■ Washer/dryer
■ Gas Fireplace
■ Over 100' of flat frontage parking
■ Outdoor fire pit table
■ BBQ Grill
Please Note: This cabin does not allow pets.
Located near Lead, South Dakota, Leaning Tree Lodge offers easy access to the areas main attractions
■ Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park: Just an hour's drive.
Guest Access:
Guests have access to the whole house and the community Clubhouse.
The Neighborhood:
This cabin is located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Lead, South Dakota. As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, will have exclusive access to the Community Clubhouse, a premier facility featuring a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, rejuvenating sauna, private game room, and an inviting loft area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities in the clubhouse include a pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade game a large screen TV.
There are taxis you can take to get around. If you drive, there is a large driveway that can accommodate 2-3 vehicles. *4-wheel drive or all wheel drive recommended for winter driving conditions*
Other Things to Note:
This cabin sits up on the hill so we do advise 4-wheel drive in winter. The roads are paved except the driveway and it`s easy access to snowmobile and ATV trails. The Terry Peak Ski Area is a 5 minute drive and Deadwood is 10 minutes.
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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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
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
Lead
Located in Lead, this holiday home is near a water park. Homestake Gold Mine and Broken Boot Gold Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and George S. Mickelson Trail. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
Historic Homestake Opera House - 3 min drive - 4.2 km
Black Hills Mining Museum - 3 min drive - 4.2 km
Homestake Gold Mine - 3 min drive - 4.5 km
Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 4.5 km
Restaurants
Silverado Franklin Historic Hotel & Gaming Complex - 9 min drive
Gold Dust - 9 min drive
Sick-N-Twisted Brewery - 9 min drive
Jacobs Brew House and Grocer - 9 min drive
Bloody Nose Saloon - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Leaning Tree Lodge pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Leaning Tree Lodge?
As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Leaning Tree Lodge on 24 May 2026 start from AU$455, 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 Leaning Tree Lodge?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Leaning Tree Lodge?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Leaning Tree Lodge?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Leaning Tree Lodge located?
Situated in Lead, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Deer Mountain Ski Area, Living Map Theater and Black Hills Mining Museum. Historic Homestake Opera House and Homestake Gold Mine are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
great communication - easy booking and arrival. Quality Lodge and great stay. Thanks so much - we will be back!
Matthew N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re glad to hear the booking process, communication, and arrival were smooth and that you enjoyed your stay. We truly appreciate it and would love to welcome you back again!
We enjoyed staying at this cabin! The location was great, it was clean and spacious for our group.
Addison M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2025
Addison, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay and had everything you needed. We look forward to hosting you again!
Jen, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay for the holiday. Thanks for being great guest, we look forward to hosting you again!
The cabin was clean and well stocked. Close to sightseeing locations. Very nice three story-clubhouse with outdoor warm pool, pool table, sauna, video games, ping-pong table, shuffleboard, exercise room, and more. Host answered texts almost immediately. Very good place to stay.
Lynn T.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2025
Lynn, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay and loved the property. Thank you for being great guest, we hope to host you again!
Amy, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad your family had a great ski trip and loved the cabin. We would love to have you back anytime!
The location and house layout was perfect for our vacation. Being in a safe area was also very beneficial to early walks and late nights. The home is beautiful and contacts are quick to respond and friendly.
Brenda W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2025
Brenda, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay and the layout worked great for you. We look forward to hosting you again!
Great spot for Sturgis Rally or any other activities
Clean and well-appointed. Could use some drawer space in the bedrooms, but plenty of room to spread out. We had 4 couples for 8 nights, and there was more than enough room to relax separately or together. Walk to the Boar's Nest for the best pulled pork sandwiches ! Nice pool area, sauna, jacuzzis.......everything was great.
Chris D.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2025
Chris, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay and had everything you needed. Thank you for being great guest, we hope to host you again!
Very nice place to stay. Enough rooms to accommodate all the guests. Comfortable beds and decent furniture. Great place to stay that is close to Deadwood and surrounding attractions.
Steve H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2024
Steve, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay and had everything you needed. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Rochelle K.
20 June 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Good Family Rental
We had a good stay. Overall the house was in good condition. There were some issues at the beginning but most were resolved. It's really a great location to be able to enjoy all the normal tourist places.
Rochelle K.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
Rochelle, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are glad you had a good stay and were able to enjoy the area. We look forward to hosting you again.
We loved the house. It was an easy check in process with easy directions to get to the place. The house was as described and a very nice place to stay. We loved the place and would definitely be back to stay again.
Abbie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2024
Abbie, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay with your family. We look forward to hosting you again!
Was wonderful, lots of room for all of our vehicles, location was great and easy to access the trails. We had everything we needed in the cabin and the clubhouse was wonderful
dan m.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2024
Dan, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad you had a great UTV trip and you were able to access the trails easily. Thanks for being great guest, come back again soon!
House was perfect size for our party of 10. Kids loved the community pool and private hot tub. Parking was a little tricky for trailers is out in the area trail riding.
Kasey K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
Kasey, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay with your family and enjoyed The Black Hills. We look forward to hosting you again!
We had a great time. Well equipped home. Host was responsive to my inquiries and comments
Anita A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2023
Anita, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We hope you were able to relax at your home away from home and enjoyed your trip to The Black Hills! We look forward to hosting you again!
Great house and location. We enjoyed both. The only thing we would change about the property, there are no dressers for clothing. It was difficult to live out of a suitcase four the stat but otherwise fine
Carol M.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
Carol, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad you loved the home and location. Thank you for the feedback on the dressers, we will look into that. Thanks for being great guest, we look forward to hosting you again!
The property was great. We had three families all in one location, close to everything we wanted to do, even Devil's Tower. We had a wonderful time and even when we needed help with the hot tub the property manager was there to help! There is a fooseball table in the photos, but not on site so the kids were a little disappointed about that. We would suggest dressers in the bedrooms and more towel hooks. But overall, awesome! Highly recommend!
Brian K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks for the feedback Brian! The foosball table is at the Clubhouse but we will make sure to specify that in the picture. So glad you enjoyed it and thank you for taking care of the property!
-Deadwood Connections
Loved the property. We were a late night arrival and our lockbox code did not work. It was snowing and cold and had 5 little kids with us so getting ahold of property manager and getting in to cabin was a little bit of a pain. Otherwise I would have given 5 stars on everything.
Sherry J.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2022
Thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and we apologize that there were issues with the door code when you arrived.
Great, spacious cabin for extended family vacation
The cabin and clubhouse were beautiful and spacious. The original code we were given to check in did not work, but a quick phone call was all it took to clear it up. It was a life-saver having on-site laundry with kids around, and we spent many hours at the clubhouse pool. Loved the hot tub and foosball table, and the kitchen was well stocked. Beds were big and comfortable. Bring your own toiletries. My only criticism is the check-out instructions could use some review- the instructions in the printed folder did not match those sent electronically, which did also not match those texted the day of checkout- nothing major :) . We really enjoyed our stay and would absolutely stay again!
Camille W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2024
Camille, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge! We are so glad you and your family had a great stay. As for the feedback about check out, we will definitely take a look at that to make it all easier to understand and match. you were great guest, and we hope to host you again!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Paulette
12 Sept 2024
The shower curtin on lower bathroom was dirty. No decent working can opener.
Overall we liked the property and how easy it was to get to and the views. It was plenty of space for 6 of us, and could probably accommodate another family easily. Beds were comfortable and plenty of bathrooms! We cooked 2 meals/day and enjoyed the kitchen equipment as well as the grill.
Robin K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Hi Robin, thank you for staying with us at Leaning Tree Lodge. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay.