Ponderosa Mile Retreat

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A hot tub with a view of a forested landscape.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden flooring, and modern lighting fixtures.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, wooden cabinets, and a large island.
A bedroom with a bed, desk, chair, and large windows.
A modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinets.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, The Golf Club at Red Rock
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Watiki Water Park
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, The Monument Civic Center
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this apartment is near theme parks and near a water park. Watiki Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Mount Rushmore. Consider Fine Arts Theatre at The Monument for a night out or Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show if you're travelling with kids. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • The Golf Club at Red Rock - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Main Street Square - 18 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Watiki Water Park - 18 min drive - 26.9 km
  • The Monument Civic Center - 20 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Rushmore Mall - 21 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Meadowood Lounge - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Cohort Craft Brewery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ponderosa Mile Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ponderosa Mile Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ponderosa Mile Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ponderosa Mile Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ponderosa Mile Retreat located?

Located in Rapid City, this family-friendly apartment building is 1 mi (1.6 km) from The Golf Club at Red Rock, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show and Reptile Gardens. Storybook Island and Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Glad it worked for your family. Thanks for leaving a review. Hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, loved the open space in the backyard. Game room and multi floor bedrooms were perfect for our family situations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the location and the open backyard space. It's great to know that the game room and the multi-level bedroom layout worked so well for your family. We love hearing that our home was a good fit for creating a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Thank you for choosing our property, and we hope to welcome you and your family back again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Rapid City Vacation

Had a nice stay with family. Nice to have 5 bedrooms and three bathrooms. Great views of deer and the foothills.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2024
Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay and appreciated the space and amenities, including the beautiful views of the deer and foothills. We hope to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay! Communication with the host was quick and helpful, the ammendities were exactly as described and made our trip easy and memorable. The property was spotless upon arrival and all the bedrooms were very comfortable. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear you had an excellent stay and that everything from the amenities to the comfort and cleanliness met your expectations. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter visit with college kid

Had a wonderful time. House was amazing and we really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2025
Thanks so much for the glowing review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home perfect location

Such a beautiful home and the location was perfect. Lots of space for the kiddos to play and explore. The owner checked in with us everyday to see if we needed anything. We would absolutely stay here next time we explore the black hills.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad the home was a great fit for your family and that the kids had room to explore. It was a pleasure hosting you—can’t wait to welcome you back on your next Black Hills adventure! 😊
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