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Romantic Nemo Retreat - Big View • King Suite • Trail Access

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Outdoor dining
Room
Private kitchen
Bathroom
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Nemo, SD
  • Place, Wonderland Caves
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Thunderhead Falls
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Black Hills Caverns
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Romantic Nemo Retreat - Big View • King Suite • Trail Access

The Dove
A Private Luxury Hideaway for Two in the Black Hills
VRBO Premier Host award winners 4 times a year for 8 years in a row!

Some escapes are about getting away.
Others are about coming closer — to nature, to quiet, to each other.

Welcome to The Dove, your private retreat tucked inside Freebird Ranch in the peaceful mountain town of Nemo. Surrounded by National Forest and the gentle sound of a year-round creek, this is where the Black Hills feel personal.

Yes, it’s an RV.
But not the kind you’re imagining.

This is a beautifully appointed Dutchman Astoria designed for comfort, warmth, and a touch of indulgence — a space created specifically for two guests who want something memorable.

Comfort That Feels Effortless
Step inside and you’re greeted by soft lighting, refined finishes, and thoughtful details.

A true king-sized bed with plush linens
Cozy recliners perfect for slow mornings or movie nights
A spa-inspired bathroom with double sinks
Fully hooked up
A fully equipped kitchen with pantry and U-shaped dinette
Central air for warm summer days
Alexa, high-speed WiFi, Netflix & Prime streaming
Everything you need. Nothing you don’t.

This isn’t “camping.”
It’s elevated simplicity — luxury wrapped in mountain calm.

Mornings in the Hills

Wake to the gentle sound of water moving through the creek and sunlight filtering through tall pines. Brew coffee. Open the door. Breathe deeply.

Wildlife often wanders through the surrounding forest. Deer pass quietly. Birds call overhead. The air smells clean and crisp.

There’s no rush here.

(Veteran Owned & Operated in Nemo, South Dakota)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

About the area

Nemo

Located in Nemo, Romantic Nemo Retreat - Big View • King Suite • Trail Access is in a rural area and on a river. Black Hills National Forest and Wonderland Caves reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Watiki Water Park and Storybook Island. Flags and Wheels Indoor Racing and Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Nemo, SD

What's nearby

  • Wonderland Caves - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Thunderhead Falls - 21 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Black Hills Caverns - 26 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Deadwood Mountain Grand - 33 min drive - 43.4 km
  • Main Street Square - 34 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugar Shack - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Brandin Iron - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪BIG Mamas BEER Garden - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Big Mamas - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Cindy B's Cafe, WY - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Nemo Retreat - Big View • King Suite • Trail Access pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Romantic Nemo Retreat - Big View • King Suite • Trail Access?

As of 25 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Romantic Nemo Retreat - Big View • King Suite • Trail Access on 3 July 2026 start from AU$294, 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 Romantic Nemo Retreat - Big View • King Suite • Trail Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Nemo Retreat - Big View • King Suite • Trail Access?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Nemo Retreat - Big View • King Suite • Trail Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Great stay

Was a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chad a.

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

Fantastic camper

Thank you great place, location !
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best place ever! Centrally located in the Hills!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent accommodations

Arrived at check in time and the RV was exactly as the photos. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

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

Cozy camper

Very nice well equipped camper in Nemo. Comfortable, clean and safe. Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Sturgis Rally

Loved-loved-loved it! Quiet, clean and convenient.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Lynn F.

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

Excellent!

Loved everything about our stay! Very clean and stocked with everything we needed to make our stay a comfortable one! We even spent an afternoon in the outdoor pool on a hot day. We loved the location with a general store, UTV rentals and restaurant located within walking distance! We would definitely book here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

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

Pet Friendly!

Surroundings are so peaceful and beautiful. Branding Iron restaurant across the street had great food. Great to have the owners living on the resort. Pool was refreshing and clean. Pictures of the unit are exact and it was very clean. King bed is comfy. Fireplace is wonderful and throws out great heat. Fan for heat and/or a/c is loud.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie F.

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

Nice place-country living

Overall we were pleased with our stay, pictures were accurate to the actual property. The view was very nice. I’ll will leave the following comments only because I am pretty particular: this property does have what would appear to be full time residents (not owners) next door. Quite a bit of activity going on. There is a lot of additional kitchen things behind the tv/fireplace, took us awhile to figure that out, more towels could be supplied, bring more from home if you feel you need more than 1 each.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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