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BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-6. Walk to Canyon Lake.

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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Rapid City, SD
  • Popular LocationChapel in the Hills13 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlack Hills Caverns7 min drive
  • Popular LocationMain Street Square9 min drive
  • AirportRapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)24 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-6. Walk to Canyon Lake.

A quaint, clean, updated, 1940s era bungalow-style cabin. Excellent location to call home base for all of your Black Hills adventures. From the Badlands to Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse, Custer State Park to Sturgis, you can see everything within a 30-45 minute drive. Two-minute walk to Canyon Lake and Rapid Creek where you find fishing, kayaking and paddle boat rentals. Connected to Rapid City’s extensive bike and walking paths that include a nature trail, dog park and canyon lake park. Ten-minute drive to downtown Rapid City. Located in a quiet, family-oriented neighborhood, with a fenced back yard. Dog friendly for small fee of $10 per dog. Sleeps 4 adults comfortably, 6 with kids.

Master bedroom: queen bed
Second bedroom: queen bed, +futon mattress in sleeping loft
Small couch with two chairs in living room
Clean, full bathroom
Washer/dryer
Fully stocked kitchen (utensils, pans, etc)
Outdoor space with grill and privacy fence
Off street parking

Property manager

Chad and Tara Carlson

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 700 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Age recommendation for sleeping loft is 8 years

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this vacation home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Dinosaur Park, while Museum of the American Bison and Art Alley are cultural highlights. Watiki Water Park and Storybook Island are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Chapel in the Hills - 13 min walk
  • Black Hills Caverns - 7 min drive
  • Main Street Square - 9 min drive
  • The Monument Civic Center - 9 min drive
  • Monument Health - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Colonial House Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Perkins Restaurant and Bakery - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-6. Walk to Canyon Lake. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-6. Walk to Canyon Lake.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-6. Walk to Canyon Lake.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BLACK HILLS BASE CAMP! 1940s-era cabin. Sleeps 4-6. Walk to Canyon Lake. located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center and Chapel in the Hills. US Phs Indian Hospital and Sioux San Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 117 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rapid City trip
Enjoyed the stay. It was a great space and loved the fenced yard for the dog. Good location for Visiting the attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rapid city
Deer would frequently hang out in the neighborhood! Fenced in backyard was easy for letting my dog out! Close to the monument arena for our event!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle N., Idaho Falls, ID

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our weekend!
We were in town for Mines Parents' Weekend and this cabin was perfect! My husband enjoyed some fishing right down the street. We were able to move around town easily and quickly. We were close enough to everything we needed and wanted to do! Thank you, again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rapid City Vacation
We had a wonderful time in your beautiful cabin. The accommodations were perfect. It was nice to come home after a long day of exploring to sit and relax with our dogs! There is so much to see, we would love to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte C.

Home away from home
Beautiful and quaint. Nice homey feel. 30-40 mins from most attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
It was an amazing stay the little cabin was everything. It was in a great location for all the attractions that we wanted to see. It worked perfectly for the three of us. The cabin had everything that you need dor your stay! Great place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Central Location
It was a great, central location to the Badlands, Mt Rushmore and other "tourist" sites in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Back Nine vacation
The property was awesome! The host was even more awesome. The host allowed early access to property which turned out to be a godsend. Host was very accommodating and answered emails/ text within minutes. I’m recommending the host to all my friends if they ever make a trip to Rapid City. Thanks again Tara and Chad.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable accommodations
Loved this little cabin! Fenced yard was perfect for our little furries!! Great location! Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Max N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mount Rushmore
We enjoyed our stay. Good spot to go sight seeing from. Everything was as they said it would be. Nice neighborhood. We will stay here again if we are that way again. Max and Julie.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Location
Great place to stay. Nearby lake and trails. Cute cabin. Really appreciated being allowed to check in early as we arrived early. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rocky H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay
This was our second stay at this property. It's cozy feel and fenced backyard were perfect for us and our pets. The proximity to the nearby lake and park was great for taking the dogs for a walk.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Peteranne P.

Disappointed
Property listed for different rate and I was charged more than that rate. Front step was a loose slab of slate ( could be a lawsuit waiting to happen) there was a patched spot in bathroom on floor which was sketchy. Could not reach owners as the website was trying to connect with several sites at the same time. Neighbor was rude Did contact VRBO
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick B., Van Horne

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property nice quiet neighborhood!
Excellent property! Fenced in backyard was awesome for dogs! Will highly recommend for a visit to Rapid City area!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Fonda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little cabin
Enjoyed staying here. Nice location with access to walking trails and enclosed yard space.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little cabin close to a nature walking loop and park. It was clean and quaint. We cooked in one night and had everything we needed. The fireplace was perfect for a cool evening. We’d stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cabin and great location. Very clean!
Great spot to use as a base camp for any Black Hills adventure. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail J., 5195 Lavaque Junction Road

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Visit
This was a perfect little place for our visit to Rapid City! The fenced in yard for our dogs could not have been easier. We loved the gas fireplace as it was cold and snowy while we were there. The location was excellent! It was an easy drive to downtown. We REALLY loved the nearby County Lake and all of the walkways and trails. They were perfect for taking our dogs for a walk. Also, the lake was full of fall migrating waterfowl! We saw some species that we had never seen before! Lastly, a big thank you to especially Tara. Thanks for being flexible with our changing dates due to the snowstorm. You were so helpful and our communications were timely and helpful. We so loved our visit. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaime H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cozy little Rapid City gem
This place was perfect for me and my 79 year old mother who were in town over Thanksgiving visiting family in the area. The cabin had everything we needed (including a washer/dryer combo), and the backyard was perfect for my small dogs. The location is also great as it is close to walking trails and a beautiful lake. Plus all the tourist attractions are just a short drive away. We especially enjoying turning on the gas fireplace while getting organized in the morning. Tara and Chad we super helpful in getting us checked in a bit early. I would have loved to have stayed longer, but we had to get back to "real life". :)
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayne T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visiting my Grandson
As always, an outstanding property in all respects!! Tara helped me rent her property at the last minute and was so accommodating!! This home has everything you need for a relaxing enjoyable stay!! Tara has thought of so many nice touches. It is a lovely home in a wonderful location!! Thank you so much!! We will always return!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Tamera W.

Nice place
Overall it was a nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun fall foliage
Our second visit and there will definitely be more! We absolutely love this quaint VRBO…perfect location for so many day trips to surrounding areas! Clean with everything you could possible need.. not to mention our incredible hosts.. Chad and Tara… The fenced backyard is perfect for the dogs.. and covered patio an additional plus!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great dog friendly house
This house was very clean and had a wonderful fenced back yard for my small dog. The location is perfect for all the parks. The local park with trails is a nice 3xtra bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

nanette L., O Brien, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake cabin near natures play ground
Quaint cottage within easy driving distance to National Parks, Monuments, and State parks We had blast. Great places to hike with dogs at nearby nature trail and park. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness
rapid city base camp
loved the place, perfect size for 2 adults and a dog. the fenced-in yard was perfect. great place to come home to after an active day exploring and hiking he black hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

General property information

Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Location
Rapid City
Structure Type
Private vacation home