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Highland Hilltop Retreat

Holiday home in Rapid City with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Rapid City, South Dakota
  • Place, Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Reptile Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Bear Country USA
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Highland Hilltop Retreat

Summary:

Highland Hilltop Retreat - Beautiful views, Pool Table, garage



The Space:

Magnificent views and beautifully decorated, this newly listed vacation home is in a prime location!  Featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, a very spacious living area, kitchen and dining area, game room with pool and darts, garage and great amenities!  Located just minutes from Red Rock Golf course, 10 minutes southwest of Rapid City, 20 minutes from Mt. Rushmore and 30 minutes from Hill City, it's a very accessible location in the area!



Situated on a large lot with plenty of parking and 2 stalls of the garage available to renters.  The 2nd level has the main living space with a full-service kitchen fullequipped with everything you need to prepare and enjoy meals!  The living room has a beautiful rock fireplace, large picture windows and large Smart-TV.  Dining room seats 6 people and the kitchen has a large center island with 4 more bar stools.  There is a walk-out off the living area to the covered deck with gorgeous views, outdoor seating and a gas grill.

There are 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths on the main level.  The master bedroom is fabulous with a gas fireplace separating a comfy sitting area with flat screen TV and an ensuite master bath.  The 2nd bedroom upstairs has beautiful queen-size 4-poster bed.



The lower level features a game room with a pool table, dart board, a counter area with bar stools and mini fridge.  The lower level bedroom has a queen bed and sofa sleeper, flat screen TV and there's a full-size bath downstairs.



The home sleeps 8 in beds  - max. capacity is 8.  Garage use, good parking and paved roads make it an excellent choice if you are on motorcycles!



A vacation should be relaxing, fun and memorable and we will help make that happen!  Here’s what you will get with Deadwood Connections and your Black Hills vacation rental:The best customer service

Clean, classy and cozy accommodations

The best Black Hills rentals in great locations

Memories that will last forever

A luxurious home away from home



Amenities:



Central A/C

Wifi

Smart TV's

Pool Table

Dart Board

Gas Grill

2-stall garage

Paved roads and great parking

THIS CABIN DOES NOT ALLOW PETS!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
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
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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
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

Rapid City

Rapid City is home to this holiday home. Watiki Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Mount Rushmore. Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show and Reptile Gardens are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Reptile Gardens - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Monument Health - 13 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Bear Country USA - 14 min drive - 13.6 km
  • The Monument Civic Center - 16 min drive - 13.9 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Colonial House Restaurant & Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Highland Hilltop Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Highland Hilltop Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Highland Hilltop Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Highland Hilltop Retreat located?

Situated in Rapid City, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from The Golf Club at Red Rock and within 6 miles (10 km) of Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show and Shrine Hospital. Reptile Gardens and Black Hills Maze are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great place for a family vacation! Beautiful and comfortable furnishing, gorgeous views from the wraparound porch and close to so many awesome adventures. We would definitely stay here again.
View from the porch!
Porch with plenty of seating for entire family to enjoy the views and perfect weather.
We saw wild turkeys, deer, and big horn sheep.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall the house was really nice. Great location for our trip to South Dakota! Plenty of wildlife on the residence.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home beautiful view felt absolutely at home! Beautiful and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was the perfect set up for our 4 generation gathering. The kitchen was stocked perfectly for cooking and things were easy to find. There was plenty space for everyone to gather together. The deck was a favorite place: beautiful sunrises, deer and turkey wandering each day.
Beautiful Sunrise from deck
Deer from deck
deer from deck
Turkey's from deck
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nate G.

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

Great Get Away

Great place to get away and relax and an amazing place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Cheryl G.

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

Hilltop Beauty

Gorgeous home that includes daily wildlife viewing on the property! Spacious and luxurious get-a-way that has everything you’ll need for your stay. The furnishings are top notch! Clean and comfortable for our family’s Dakota stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan G.

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

Phenomenal Property, Perfect Location

Loved the peaceful, hillside location - peaceful and beautiful with wonderful wildlife visitors (sheep, deer, and turkeys). House is accommodating with great amenities. Great location allows easy access to all main South Dakota attractions. No hesitation at all recommending this property to anyone wanting to enjoy the beauty of the Black Hills and all that South Dakota has to offer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

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

Prime location with beautiful views

We had three generations, seven people total, stay and it was a terrific experience. Communication was excellent and the home was very clean. The kitchen provided all of our needs for cooking. The location is prime for touring the northern and southern Black Hills. The view is spectacular and the patio furniture was an extra bonus for soaking up the beauty while enjoying our meals outdoors.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. The starter supplies (toilet paper, paper towels, dishwasher pods and laundry detergent) were not stocked as listed, but walmart is close by. Really the lack of tp was the only immediate issue. House and location were wonderful and the daily wildlife visits were our favorite.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and deck
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

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

Wonderful stay in South Dakota

The location of this home was perfect for exploring nearby Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park, Bear Den, Storybook Island and so much more! Each day we saw deer and wild turkeys in the yard. One evening on the deck we experienced a beautiful full and bright double rainbow. The home was very clean and perfect for our 3 generation vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa P.

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

Peaceful Perfection in the Hills!

Our family of four, along with my parents, had an absolutely perfect stay at Highland Hilltop Retreat! From the moment we arrived, we could feel this wasn’t just another vacation rental – it was thoughtfully prepared and truly felt like home. The house had all the necessities and more, but what really stood out was the fully stocked kitchen. It had every gadget, dish, and extra you could imagine – far beyond what you normally find in vacation homes. It made cooking meals together easy and enjoyable.The layout of the home gave everyone plenty of space to relax and unwind, and we never felt crowded. One of our favorite features was the wrap-around deck, where we enjoyed our morning coffee and evening chats while watching deer, wild turkeys, and other wildlife wander through the property daily. It was like our own private nature show.We couldn’t have asked for a better home base for exploring the Black Hills. We’ll be recommending Highland Hilltop Retreat to anyone heading to South Dakota—and we hope to return ourselves one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis R.

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

Great Rental Property

outstanding property with everything a family needs for an enjoyable vacation. Definitely a 5 star property
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Beautiful home

This home had everything we needed for our stay. We were in town for our nephew’s graduation and the location was perfect. The game room was fun for the teenagers. The deck was my favorite spot for my morning coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Denise C.

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

A comfortable stay

We enjoyed this lovely home in a residential neighborhood. We spent a great deal of time on the deck enjoying the beautiful weather, the fall colors, and the plethora of wildlife in the area. This home is also within driving distance of many interesting venues in the Black Hills area.You can rest assured that you will have a great vacation if you book this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Fantastic

Beautiful property and had all the necessities and then some. Great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten C.

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

Perfect for Our Trip

The house was a wonderful location, within 15 minutes to an hour from everything that we wanted to do (Bear Country, Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer Park, Deadwood, Jewel Cave). It was also pretty close to downtown Rapid City. The house had all the amenities we needed, with tons of outdoor seating for coffee in the morning and dinner in the evening… there is even the cutest waterfall. During our stay, we saw TONS of turkey, bunnies, and deer outside the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos M.

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

Great location

Very cozy and clean my family and I really enjoyed staying here highly recommend 👌
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Black Hills family vacation

The home was beautiful and fit our family's needs perfectly. We saw deer and long horned sheep right out of the window! Beds were comfortable and everything was in working order. Regarding the description on the website and info provided, the website stated three queen beds, but the master had a king bed, which was great! I asked about the coffee machine specifically, and was sent a picture of a drip machine. There was a drip and a drip/Kuerig. I wish I had known that before bringing a Kuerig with us on a 13 hour drive. Also, there were no dish rags or towels in the kitchen. Overall, though, the place was beautiful and my sons really enjoyed the pool table. We'd definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

great stay

property was awsome location was awsome very relaxing
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan W.

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

Black Hills

Great house with lovely view. Well equipped with kitchen that allowed all sorts of meal preparation. Great deck overlooking valley and hills. Deer and turkeys abounding in area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Anniversary Vacation

The house was amazing!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Becky O.

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

Buffalo Round up

Sibling get together for three days. There were 7 of us. We came mainly to go to the Custer buffalo round up but also spent an afternoon in Deadwood. We also did the hike up to Crazy Horse which was amazing! The house was in a quiet neighborhood with amazing views from the wraparound deck. In the evening it was so nice to come back to the house and hang out in the very comfortable living room. Kitchen was big and well stocked with a huge table for all to sit around. Thank you for making our stay memorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tania L.

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

Great House & Location

This was our first time staying at a VRBO and we picked the perfect house to stay at. We had enough room for my adult children to have their own space and not be on top of each other. There was enough basic pots, pans, kitchen utensils and seasonings that people had left to be able to make food with. The view from the Deck was beautiful. We would spend a couple nights just talking on the deck and looking at the stars. We saw some interesting wildlife around too. If we come back out West, we would stay again. It was really nice to come back to a house to relax at night!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Felt like home away from home.

This house was just great. We really did feel like we were as comfortable here as we are in our own home. The yard was beautiful. The wildlife was spectacular. We loved it. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

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