The chalet on high meadows - hear the silence - Meade County

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub
Parking available
Outdoor space
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Black Hawk, SD

Main Street Square
‪19 min drive‬
The Monument Civic Center
‪20 min drive‬
Black Hills Caverns
‪30 min drive‬
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1 - Loft

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 - main floor

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The chalet on high meadows - hear the silence

The Chalet on High Meadows is an artistically designed European-styled Chalet nestled in a high meadow of the Black Hills in western South Dakota. This vacation rental chalet graces a peaceful meadow and overlooks the Black Hills National Forest and is approximately 10 miles NW of Rapid City. It is conveniently positioned to the west of I-90 between Rapid City and Sturgis, SD on a well maintained county road. The easy access allows visitors to enjoy top events and attractions yet experience the quiet of the natural setting.

Enjoy the openness of the floor plan, the closeness to nature and the simple beauty that surrounds The Chalet. Features include: One full bathroom on the main floor, fully-equipped kitchen, dining room, living room, two bedroom areas with queen-sized beds (one queen bed and a single bed upstairs in the loft; and, one queen bed downstairs near bathroom) as well as a sofa sleeper, all comfortably appointed beneath a lofted, knotty pine cathedral ceiling. Outdoors features include: Gas grill, private tennis court, gazebo, deck.

Activities include: tennis, bike riding, hiking, birding, fishing in area lakes or streams, skiing at nearby downhill ski resorts or cross-country skiing, golfing, variety of restaurants and various tourist attractions. Come stay at The Chalet and play tennis on The Chalet's private tennis court. August 2022 Pro Track and Tennis, Inc. out of Omaha, NE completely reconditioned the tennis court. The court is designed to meet the International Tennis Federation (ITF) tennis' global governing body specifications.

Coronavirus changed all of our lives. We are following the VRBO Host standards:
1) Contactless Check-in/Check-out: we allow you to check-in and check-out without any personal contact with us. We will text or call you with specific instructions;
2) Shoes must be taken off at the door and not worn inside.
3) Light Housekeeping: we will leave cleaning supplies in the bathroom and kitchen for you to use as per VRBO specifications. Guests are to provide some light housekeeping prior to checking out as per VRBO guidelines. We will leave a copy of the guidelines for you in the house book. We ask guests to leave The Chalet clean and tidy.
4) Buffers: we are attempting to leave a buffer between each set of guests checking in at The Chalet.
5) Hot Tub: we are happy to provide the hot tub to our guests as best as we can this season. Please contact us if you wish to use the hot tub. Any public health and safety conditions that change due to unforeseen events (Covid-19 Virus Mutations), CDC guidelines will be followed.
6) Extra attention to cleanliness.

Property manager

BJ Flanders-Paterson and Colin Paterson

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 22

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

$300 special event fee for over 6 people present

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Shoes off at door; Follow House Rules in Rental Agreement/House Book. VRBO Cleaning Protocols. No outdoor fires; are in Black Hills Nat'l Forest.

No firearms, atvs, OHVs, or dirt bikes.

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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

Note from host: $300 special event fee for over 6 people present

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Blackhawk

Located in Blackhawk, this cabin is in the mountains. Petrified Forest of the Black Hills and Dinosaur Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Storybook Island and Flags and Wheels Indoor Racing. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Museum of Geology are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Black Hawk, SD

What's nearby

Main Street Square - 19 min drive - 19.6 km
Rushmore Mall - 20 min drive - 19.0 km
The Monument Civic Center - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
Watiki Water Park - 21 min drive - 23.6 km
Black Hills Caverns - 30 min drive - 26.2 km

Getting around

Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

‪J.R.'s Rhodehouse BBQ PIT - ‬12 min drive
‪Neighbors Grub and Pub - ‬7 min drive
‪Pizza Hut - ‬9 min drive
‪Mc Kee's Pub & Grill - ‬11 min drive
‪Slash J Saloon - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The chalet on high meadows - hear the silence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The chalet on high meadows - hear the silence ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The chalet on high meadows - hear the silence ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The chalet on high meadows - hear the silence located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Petrified Forest of the Black Hills, Fountain Springs Golf Course and US Phs Indian Hospital. Dinosaur Park and Storybook Island are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Stacy Z.

19 Sept 2024

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

Vacation at the Chalet

We had a very nice week at the Chalet. It was a good location for our travels in the Black Hills. We enjoyed use of the tennis court and hot tub.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

18 Sept 2024

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

Cute and Cozy!

This cottage was so cut and cozy, it is like you stepped into a whimsical storybook. (And wine when we arrived was a nice surprise after a long drive). Very clean, and was nice to have amenities available if we chose to use them. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

13 Sept 2024

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

Perfect

We will definitely stay here again. clean, quaint, scenic, perfect for our family of four. the tennis court was a huge bonus!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

22 Aug 2024

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

Peace and comfort!

The Chalet offered us everything we were looking for. Peace and comfort after a exploring all the Black Hills had to offer. Becci was the ultimate host, she even left us a bottle of wine for us to enjoy as we celebrated our anniversary! Highly recommend this retreat away from it all!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

15 Aug 2024

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Excellent property

The property was absolutely amazing and very homey. A very pleasant stay

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

7 Aug 2024

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Nice place

Nice place, as advertised.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart S.

24 July 2024

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SD Getaway

Bed was comfortable, kitchen was nice, good location for site seeing. Out and away from the popular areas.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Laura L.

14 July 2024

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Motorcycle getaway

Very clean, cozy, eclectic A-frame. 2 comfortable sleeping areas though neither has full walls so it really is “open concept”. Loved watching the wildlife off the deck. Fairly centrally located though I missed the “maintained road” reference and was a bit surprised at the 2 mile steep dirt road though the road was well maintained and we didn’t have any issues.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

12 July 2024

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

Vacation

The chalet was perfect. It was a great location. We had privacy of a cabin without feeling like you were right next to someone. The hot tub was perfect for morning coffee! Great place

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darwin & Gwen M.

28 June 2024

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

Relaxing Getaway

The Chalet is just as advertised - you can hear the silence, and the birds as well as the breeze through the pine trees. Located close to tourist sights, host and hostess very friendly and accommodating, comfortable beds, was a relaxing stay:)

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John E.

26 June 2024

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Chalet Stay

The place was very nice and clean. Becci communicated well and was responsive when I texted. She also gave me some info on places to see!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

17 June 2024

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Lisa's Birthday

Of course you are always a little nervous from pictures but this cabin was awesome! Everything was absolutely perfect.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dave M.

6 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cute place to stay.

Relaxing. Good for a couple. A little cramped.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noelle W.

25 May 2024

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

Chalet in the Black Hills

We had a great stay with Becci and Colin at their Chalet. Property was as advertised and we enjoyed using the hot tub and tennis court. Beds were super comfy and we had all we needed in the kitchen to prepare breakfasts and lunches after a quick trip to grocery store. We enjoyed takeout for dinner from Neighbors Grub and Pub and had a great steak meal at Dakotas Steak House. We loved the nature all around and the great selection of books on property. It was a good central location from which to visit Mt. Rushmore, the Badlands, and Deadwood/Lead. Would recommend an all wheel drive for trip up hill to property. Thanks for a terrific time!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jane A.

18 May 2024

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

Tranquil, wooded get-a-way

This is a beautiful, peaceful, wooded property, often visited by deer and wild turkey. The chalet itself is so quaint and lovely and was way beyond my expectations, with a fully furnished kitchen, bathroom, grill, gazebo, deck, books, two large tvs and dvd player, etc. It is an open concept, so no doors on the bedrooms, so if there is a snorer, bring your earplugs. There is a large spiral staircase leading to a spacious, beautifully appointed, two double bed loft, with another lovely bedroom on the main floor, separated from the cozy living room by some large, antique, wooden screens. The gorgeous bathroom is also on the main floor and you do need to walk through the bedroom to access it, but no need to climb stairs if the staircase is not navigable for certain members of your group. The loft was plenty spacious for the two pack and plays we needed for the two babies. There are lovely antiques around, but fortunately our two little ones did not seem to be drawn to those as we brought plenty of toys to occupy them. We also brought a couple of baby gates to keep them off of the staircase. The host has provided a book which lists plenty of hiking opportunities, and there is a lovely backyard, hot tub, tennis court, rackets and tennis balls. Shoes must come off before coming into the chalet, so bring a pair of slippers as the floors are a beautiful wood that can be a bit chilly on old toes, (mine). I highly recommend this lovely property and host, and hope to return someday!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi F.

31 Oct 2023

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

College friends reunion after 25+ years!

We started the trip with an unexpected visit to the ER (nothing to do with the chalet). Still, all ended up well and we enjoyed spending the rest of the time together listening to music, cooking, and reminiscing. Travel was put on hold but that was okay because we had all the comforts of home. Becci checked to make sure we had what we needed and we felt very pampered.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Doris L.

30 Oct 2023

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Pleasant stay

Overall we had a pleasant stay in the little Chalet. The owner Becci very friendly, and on top of things. We had some issues with a beeping smoke detector and the thermostat, and she got it fixed within an hour of our arrival! The house lays beautifully on top of a hill in a very quiet and spread-out neighborhood. Unfortunately it was already too cold to use the outdoor space. The chalet was very clean, the kitchen stocked, the bed was comfortable, and the bathroom had a good size with enough towels. The sink though is really low, and the shower (a converted bathtub) was downright dangerous, because it was so slippy, and the shower head so low, that my 6,2" husband really struggled to take a decent shower. And one thing I really need to point out here is, that the whole house, except for the bathroom, is one big room! It is mentioned that it has an open floor plan, but that usually does not mean that there are no separated bedrooms whatsoever. So if someone sleeps upstairs, they have to turn on the light to manage the narrow spinal stairs,which means the whole house is lighted, and needs to walk past the beds down stairs in order to go to the restroom! Also, if you are a light sleeper, this house might not be for you. Because everything is so open you hear the fridge humming, a clock ticking, and the stairwell releasing tension at night quite loud, among other noises. But since it was just two of us, the house worked fine, and we spend a very relaxing week in SD!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

16 Oct 2023

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75th Birthday surprise road trip

We 3 sisters absolutely loved our 5-night stay! The chalet is so charming! Fully furnished kitchen, very clean, comfy beds, and luxuriant towels! We enjoyed the hot tub too! The written instructions were very helpful! One downstairs bedroom was very handy for the eldest of the group. There is only one bathroom but we managed just fine. The spiral staircase added to the charm (my 71-year-old sister hung on for dear life, but it was manageable. We would completely recommend The Chalet!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali S.

11 Oct 2023

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

Great Time

We had a great time at The Chalet. This was our first time in South Dakota and we loved it. The Chalet was nicely situated between all the places we wanted to visit and we loved coming back to a peaceful getaway to relax in the evenings. It was the perfect place all around.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

2 Oct 2023

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

Lovely little Chalet

I’m scared to leave a glowing review because I’d love to keep this little gem a secret! It was perfect for our little getaway to the Black Hills. Super clean and well stocked, cozy and cute. The host thought of everything…even floss samples in the bathroom. It was nice to have all the tourist guides to look through as well. We saw a lot of deer and turkey on the drive to and from the chalet and in the evenings while sitting in the hot tub. The hosts live on the property, but there is enough distance to feel secluded. Host was very responsive and kept in great contact, checking to make sure we had Eve thing we needed and directions/check in/out. We will definitely stay here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

richard b.

22 Sept 2023

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

The chalet

Beautiful place. 5 stars

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlene M.

14 Sept 2023

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Everything we hoped!

The Chalet on High Meadows was everything we wanted for our vacation - a beautifully decorated and clean space with plenty of room for the two of us, privacy, and lovely outdoor areas to enjoy. Communication with Becci was quick and easy and the location was perfect - off the beaten path but central to everything. We highly recommend this property!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristal F.

10 Sept 2023

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Slice of heaven

This is an absolutely gorgeous place! It was clean, quiet, and comfortable. Becki and Colin were amazing to work with and they communicated throughout the entire process! This was the last stop on my first vacation in 5 years. I wish I would have booked it for my ENTIRE vacation! Thank you for sharing your rental! It was definitely a "slice of heaven!"

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

27 Aug 2023

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Black Hills Beauty

We spent six nights at The Chalet. Beautiful Black Hills setting. We were close to attractions like Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Reptile Gardens. We saw Wild Turkeys and Deer from the deck. Bright stars were clearly visible at night. Our daughter and grandson enjoyed the hot tub. The Chalet provides everything you need. There is a nearby grocery store so now need to bring your own. This is a great place to stay and tour the Rapid City area or just get away and relax in the country.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald V.

21 Aug 2023

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Family vacation

The Chalet is in a beautiful, quiet location but still close enough to Rapid City. It’s decorated very beautifully and it’s quite comfortable. It also has a hot tub and tennis court which belongs to the property so we didn’t have to share it. There is a beautiful hiking trail within walking distance that leads into the forest. Staying here was perfect, my family absolutely loved it! Thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by BJ Flanders-Paterson and Colin Paterson

Your hosts, Becci Flanders-Paterson and Colin Paterson are both geologists by degree and naturalists by interest. Becci was born in Germany and Colin is a native of New Zealand and has practiced geology on six continents. Both are naturalized US citizens and have lived in the Black Hills since the early 1980's.

Why they chose this property

The Chalet is a place you come to if you wish to 'listen to the quiet'. It is a dream come true and is a very special place for our entire family - it has been a labor of love from day one. We hope you enjoy the comfort and the peacefulness The Chalet has to offer.
All towels, linens, etc. are supplied.

What makes this property unique

The private tennis court allows visitors to practice and play to your heart's desire in a natural setting.
Within hiking distance is Botany Canyon -an exceptional way to spend a day. Botany Canyon is truly one of the most unique ecologically-sensitive areas in the Black Hills.

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Stacy Z.

Vacation at the Chalet

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10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Cute and Cozy!

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10/10 Excellent

Michael N.

Perfect

Michael N.

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Charles P.

Peace and comfort!

Charles P.

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

Excellent property

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Matthew P.

Nice place

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