Vacation Rentals by Owner

Nice Place but bring a 4X4

Guest: Mitch (Okoboji Iowa)
Date of Stay: 03/24/11 Review Submitted: 03/30/11

This property was very nice but It all started out bad when we got there, the drive way was not plowed and we couldn't even get to the house. We called Anne and she did call a snow plow to clean the drive way and stated that it would be a half hour but after two hours the plow was a no show..We asked about a refund but she said no it was in the contract that you may need a four wheel drive to get to the property. And they only plow the drive way when they get three to five inches of snow. When we left I called Anne again but the call went straight to v-mail. Well we went back to Rapid City and ended up renting a four wheel drive to get to the house. We picked up our friends from the airport returning at one in the morning and then the drive way was plowed. Why couldn't this have been done in the first place. I do have photo's of the snow and after a day of melting it was at about three inches. But after we got to the house it was a nice place to stay just bring a 4X4.

Owner response:We agree 4WD vehicles are necessary to get around safely in the Black Hills during winter and we have this information printed in both the rental agreement and also in the pre-check in email we send out to all guests so they are prepared. Unfortunately, this guest didn't heed this info, but to accommodate him we called the snow removal service so he could get in safely with his van. It was after 530pm when I received his first call, so it took an hour and a half for one of the snow removal guys to get back to their shop, refill their sander and get up to this home. I’m very happy with their service for an after-hours job. I did miss one of the guest's calls, as I was on the other line with the snow removal co. to make sure they got the right driveway sanded. I’m glad the guests enjoyed the home and appreciate the feedback!

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August family reunion

Guest: Barb (Wyoming)
Date of Stay: 08/03/10 Review Submitted: 08/24/10

This was a wonderful place for our family reunion. We had 5 families and there was plenty of room for all of us. The kitchen is great! It, of course, was the gathering place and we all fit comfortably. There were lots of things to do nearby- hiking, Deadwood, shopping, gold mine tours and Mt. Rushmore. We would definately recommend this property

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Great family getaway!

Guest: Stephanie (Willmar, MN)
Date of Stay: 07/09/10 Review Submitted: 07/23/10

We, all 19 of us, recently stayed at Aspen Ridge. This is a fantastic home for a large group. We had 11 kids 11 yrs old and younger & we didn't feel a bit crowded. We cooked all of our meals and there was plenty of fridge space (second fridge downstairs). It was great having soft water and a washer and dryer available so we didn't have to take home dirty clothes! The house was very clean & had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We did bring extra washcloths since there were so many of us. Bring your hiking boots/shoes if that's something you enjoy, lots of places to go exploring. We brought the kids' bikes along, there really isn't anyplace for them to ride right on the property (gravel & hilly), but the Mikkelson trailheads are very close-by. We did a lot of creek hiking and went to Roughlock Falls (20 min by car). We also took the kids to Rushmore Waterslides in Rapid City, another big hit! We will absolutely recommend this property to our family & friends and plan on staying here again. Thanks for sharing your home with our family - this was the best first-time experience we could've ever asked for!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

What a Place!

Guest: Ratz (United States)
Date of Stay: 04/30/10 Review Submitted: 05/08/10

This place is amazing. Roomy, well equipped with kitchen items, furniture, etc. Very comfortable beds. The deck is unbelievable to hang out on. If you cant relax here there's no where you can relax. Can't wait to go back again sometime soon.

Owner response:Thank you for staying with us. We are thrilled you had a great time and the amenities served your needs well. The property is truly beautiful and has a wonderful setting for relaxing from everyday stress. We hope to see you again in the near future. We appreciate your business as we know that you have many options when choosing lodging in the Black Hills.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Amazing

Guest: todd john (Sioux Falls Sd 57104)
Date of Stay: 04/30/10 Review Submitted: 05/06/10

This place we incredible. What a VEIW!! I can't believe how big it is. I will be back with my extended family. I'm guessing it will hold 18 people. The 4 wheeling right out the back door was incredible. We road for 2 days and didn't ride the same trail once. Thank you for sharinf this beatiful home.

Owner response:Thank you for choosing Black Hills Vacation Rentals and Aspen Ridge. With this property and Aspen Ridge II just next store there are accommodations for all sizes of gatherings. We love to hear you were able to explore the Black Hills straight from the property and were able to ride different trails each time. With this property being surrounded by National Forest Service there are many more trails to be explored on your future trips to the Black Hills. Thank you for choosing Aspen Ridge for your lodging needs, we know you have many choices and appreciate your business.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Black Hills winter experience!

Guest: Happy Camper (Fort Pierre)
Date of Stay: 03/12/10 Review Submitted: 09/12/10

We rented the property for a family reunion, and it was perfect. Some of the family skiied while others just relaxed at the cabin. One day we were there, it was nice enough to sit outdoors on the deck without a jacket while the kids built a snowman! Great space for togetherness, yet good privacy when you want it. Beutiful location, clean and well stocked.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

A wonderful getaway at Aspen Ridge

Guest: Hillyer (St. Paul, MN)
Date of Stay: 01/15/10 Review Submitted: 05/06/10

Oh my gosh, where do you begin, This property is absolutely beautiful. It has ALL the amenities of home and then some. The listing and photos of this property did not do it justice- it was so much better in person. My family and I had a great time and with a large party there was more than enough room for everyone. We also took advantage of using the second cabin that was right next store, completely identical. The property was in perfect condition and well maintained and the owners were great to work with. They even provided a guide to area attractions and restaurants would 100% recommend this property to anyone looking for a getaway, a family reunion or a special event. If you are looking for lodging for any event I recommend you try Aspen Ridge.

Owner response:Thank you for the wonderful feedback on Aspen Ridge. I am glad to hear that the additional information on area attractions and restaurants were useful. Your feedback is a crucial part of us being able to provide the best customer service and lodging available in the Black Hills. Again, thank you for your business, we do know there are many options out there when choosing your lodging. We hope to see you in the near future.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A Wonderful Getaway!

Guest: lblackbu (South Dakota)
Date of Stay: 12/09/09 Review Submitted: 05/06/10

What an AWESOME cabin! It is wonderfully decorated with plenty of room. All of our guests had a great time. Thanks for sharing such a wonderful place.

Owner response:Thank you for staying with us. I'm glad to hear you had a great time and the amenities served your needs well. Hope to see you again in the near future. We appreciate your business as we know that you have many options when choosing lodging in the Black Hills.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Amazing Place To Stay

Guest: Mike56444 (Rapid City SD)
Date of Stay: 10/23/09 Review Submitted: 05/14/10

I really enjoyed staying here. The cabin was very clean and plenty of rooms for everyone. It had a large deck with a beautiful view and bbq grill. Full kitchen and dining room, 2 bath rooms . Made it very hard to go home and leave the beautiful cabin and scenery behind. I highly recommend staying here!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect getaway!

Guest: kargento (NYC)
Date of Stay: 09/24/09 Review Submitted: 05/06/10

We rented this cabin twice and both times it was stress free! Making the reservation was easy and quick and the cabin was spotless both times. We wanted a quiet place but somewhere close enough to fun if we wanted to gamble and have good food. The cabin is just like the photos and the owners are very accommodating and attentive to any questions, concerns...etc. We will be back!

Owner response:Thank you for choosing Black Hills Vacation Rentals and Aspen Ridge. We appreciate your continued business and hope others find our accommodations and amenities as satisfactory as your party did. We pride ourselves in providing the best customer service and always welcome feedback and suggestions on things we can improve. We know that you have many options when choosing lodging for your vacation, Thank you for staying with us and we hope to see you in the near future.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect getaway!

Guest: kargento (NYC)
Date of Stay: 09/24/09 Review Submitted: 05/06/10

We rented this cabin twice and both times it was stress free! Making the reservation was easy and quick and the cabin was spotless both times. We wanted a quiet place but somewhere close enough to fun if we wanted to gamble and have good food. The cabin is just like the photos and the owners are very accommodating and attentive to any questions, concerns...etc. We will be back!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

5 stars!!! Beautiful getaway...

Guest: S&P crew (Colorado & Montana)
Date of Stay: 09/04/09 Review Submitted: 06/27/10

This was such a perfect vacation home, our family has stayed twice already and plan on coming back often. The property was just as advertised, if not better. Very well set up between being secluded, yet minutes away from all the Deadwood/Black Hills excitement we could ask for. The home itself was very clean, modern and rustic finish, and great use of space for entertainment, cooking, relaxing, or whatever else we could think of. Our favorite part has to be the kitchen and HUGE panoramic deck. The owners have been easy to work with, friendly, and accomodating each stay. We would reccomend this property to any group of family or friends, you will love it.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.