Enjoy evenings on the private covered deck or walk to the nearby restaurants, galleries, pubs, and shopping.
The Space:
Enjoy evenings on the private covered deck or walk to the nearby restaurants, galleries, pubs, and shopping. This lovely town home is within walking distance to downtown Hill City; yet privately situated with plenty of room to unwind. Being just minutes to Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer State Park and millions of acres of Black Hills National Forest, makes this a great place to relax after a long day of site seeing. If you're in the area for adventure, this home is right by Deerfield Road, which will take you to miles and miles of Forest Service roads, ATV/UTV/snowmobile specific trails, Deerfield Lake for fishing, and hiking in the Black Hills National Forest. Guests will love this two level home featuring a full gourmet kitchen, double car garage, laundry facilities, BBQ grill, and covered deck.
The Prospector is located in a beautiful tree surrounded neighborhood with views of the downtown and access to the Mickelson Trail with zero gravel to the home. There is also a little lake within walking distance of the Prospector with fish in it, Sheridan Lake is 5 miles away for more fishing, and Custer State Park is 12 miles away. With everything so convenient in one lovely package, it's perfect for your Black Hills vacation!
Please Note:
No RV's or campers are allowed to be parked in this neighborhood at any time. There is also no off street parking in this neighborhood. All vehicles must be able to park in the garages or on the concrete in front of the garages. This home also has a parking spot for trailers next to it. Ask us about additional parking if needed.
If you have a larger group or reunion, you can also reserve the Gold Mill which is the attached town home for $50 off per night. It also sleeps 8 people and has the option for an adjoining deck space.
Amenities:
Sleeps: 8
Number of bedrooms: 3
Hot tub: No
A/C: Yes, wall A/C in master bedroom and dining/living room area
WiFi: Yes
TV: Cable TV in living room and master bedroom
Cell phone service: Yes
BBQ: Propane (we provide the propane)
Fire pit: No
Coffee maker: Coffee pot and K cup
City: Hill City
Laundry: On site washer/dryer
Garage: Yes, double car garage for guests use
Additional amenities: Property is located in downtown Hill City
Parking: 4 cars and 2 trailers
Gravel: None
Beds: 1 king bed, 2 queen beds, and a queen portable firm folding mattress kept in a closet (recommended for children’s use)
Provided at the home:
Coffee Grinder
Coffee maker and Keurig
Crockpot
Blender
Griddle
Hand Mixer
Loose leaf tea strainer
Nutcracker
Baby gate
High chair
No pack and play
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Trash bags
Linens and 1 towel for each person the home sleeps
Kitchen stocked with plates, silverware, cups, baking dishes, etc. (enough for the amount the home sleeps)
Basic seasonings (salt & pepper)
Propane for BBQ grill
Dish soap
Hand soap
Dishwasher soap
Laundry detergent
(Washers and dryers are free for guests use)
Distance to attractions:
Miles to Mt. Rushmore: 14.1 miles
Miles to Crazy Horse: 10.5 Miles
Miles to Custer State Park: 9.3 miles
ATVing/Snowmobiling nearby: Yes, up Deerfield road for more forest service roads and an ATV/Snowmobile designated trail system.
Hiking nearby: National forest access is up Deerfield road, or walking/biking the Mickelson Trail (just down the hill from this home), or walking/biking/fishing the nearby Major Lake (also just down the hill from this home).
Other Things to Note:
Half of the total is taken at the time of reservation
The second half of payment is automatically processed 14 days prior to the reservation
No refundable deposits are taken
Cancellations made 14 days or more in advance of the check in date will receive a full refund. After that, the reservation is non refundable.
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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
Hill City
Hill City is home to this holiday home. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are also worth visiting.
Museum @ Black Hills Institute - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Granite Sports - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
1880 Train - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
South Dakota State Railroad Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Getting around
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Alpine Inn - 10 min walk
Miner Brewing Company - 5 min drive
Firehouse Smokejumper Station - 4 min drive
Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - 17 min walk
1885 Steakhouse and saloon - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Prospector pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Prospector?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Prospector on 23 June 2026 start from AU$401, 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.
What time is check-in at Prospector?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Prospector?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Prospector located?
Situated in Hill City, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Sonja's, Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute. Twisted Pine Winery and Everything Prehistoric are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Having three bedrooms and three bathrooms was awesome. We had four kids and they played ball in the quiet street. It was close to a lot of activities in the hills.
This town home is a great place to stay while visiting the Black Hills area. The place was clean and well maintained and exactly as described. Will stay here again.
Accommodations were amazing. We would definitely stay again!
Kari M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2022
Thank you for renting this side of the town home AND the adjoining side (VRBO listing # 1123793). We appreciate the time you took to write this 5-star review and hope to host your group again sometime in the future!
Marcia
Verified
10/10 Excellent
cody s.
8 Aug 2018
fantastic place to stay
Staff was very helpful, the property was great thank you !!! We will definitely be return customers
The rental was perfect in many ways! Our stay in the area was so much fun and close to everything. We will definitely recommend this host and rental to friends and family.
Laura H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2024
Thank you for staying and for writing this positive review. We invite you to return and love that you will recommend this rental to your friends and family.
We were very happy with our stay, convenient location to several nearby parks and monuments. Plenty of space for my family of five.
Steven E.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2021
Steve & family,
We are glad you could make the trip to the beautiful Black Hills and we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the Prospector. Whether one stays with us or somewhere else, Hill City is a GREAT place from which to base your travels as it is centrally located in the Hills.