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Epic Nemo Villa - Legendary Black Hills Group Stay

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A wooden deck with a sofa and a stone fireplace, overlooking a forested valley.
A spacious interior with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, and a dining area.
A spacious kitchen with wooden beams, granite countertops, and a large island.
A wooden lodge with a gravel driveway and a mountain backdrop.
A spacious living room with a stone wall, wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

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.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Black Hills National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue grill
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Nemo, SD
  • Place, Black Hills National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bluebird bedroom1

2 Queen Beds

Bluebird bedroom2

2 Queen Beds

Eagle master BR

1 King Bed

Eagle second BR

2 Queen Beds

Heron bedroom1

2 Queen Beds

Heron bedroom2

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Nemo

Located in Nemo, this villa is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame and Dinosaur Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Watiki Water Park and Storybook Island. Consider Summit Arena at The Monument for a night out or Dahl Arts Center if you're travelling with kids. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
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Nemo, SD

What's nearby

  • Black Hills National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Watiki Water Park - 40 min drive - 56.5 km
  • Terry Peak Ski Area - 48 min drive - 60.4 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 51 min drive - 74.1 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 56 min drive - 76.9 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugar Shack - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Brandin Iron - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪BIG Mamas BEER Garden - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cousins Pub and Pizza at the Big Chair - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Custer Camp 1874 - Home of The Pasta Corral - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Epic Nemo Villa - Legendary Black Hills Group Stay pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Epic Nemo Villa - Legendary Black Hills Group Stay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Epic Nemo Villa - Legendary Black Hills Group Stay?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Epic Nemo Villa - Legendary Black Hills Group Stay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Epic Nemo Villa - Legendary Black Hills Group Stay located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly villa is 10.6 mi (17.1 km) from Black Hills National Forest and 11.2 mi (18 km) from Petrified Forest of the Black Hills. Pactola Point Swim Beach and Pactola Pines Marina are also within 16 miles (25 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. 48 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have a great experience with our family at this location. There were 13 of us and never felt crowded. The house was well stocked and clean upon arrival. If back in the area we would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2026
Thank you for staying with us. You were very considerate guests and left everything in great shape. We're glad our home worked out well as a comfortable base for your trip, and we'd happily host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was fantastic and the views were incredible . The only reason I didn't give the check in process an excellent was user error on my part. I definitely recommend this place for a peaceful or event filled getaway. Walt C. , C R Iowa July 2nd through 6th.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Epic Lodge at Nemo is a super spot to have a large group. Our family enjoyed the scenery off the stunning wrap around deck for early morning coffee or evening conversations. The hosts have curated and designed a beautiful Black Hills getaway with sleeping spaces for privacy and great room/kitchen space for hanging out together. There is a long list of amenities, accurately described plus extras that prove these hosts work on the details to make your stay a memorable one. Many thanks for a fabulous place to enjoy the Black Hills experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place for a Large Group

This place is first class in every way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2024
Thank you, Walter. We really appreciated your staying at the lodge and hope you come back again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place

This place was amazing, had everything our family needed and then some. This was the first time our family has ever done a trip like this and ever wants to go back and do it again. We will visit again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location close to the various attractions.

The family especially enjoyed the saltwater swimming pool. The large house has everything you could possibly need or want for cooking, eating together, watching movies together.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Thank you, Marian! We enjoyed hosting your family. After meeting some of your children, Bruce came home and told me some of their conversations and how courteous they were.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place with beautiful views

This was a great place to stay with amazing views! We had a group of 14 mainly adults and a few teenagers and there was plenty of space for all of us. The home was clean and tidy! I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Memorial Day Nemo

Very nice property, would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Facility

The property was wonderful! The location required a little more driving than we wanted but all thought it was wodrth it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property, great owner

As a family, we had a great time, meet all our needs. Very responsive property owner. We highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice

Nicely accommodated ten adults and eleven children
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nemo UTV Trail Rides

The Lodge was as Beautiful and Spacious as Advertised-1st Class 🤓
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place for families!

Kids loved the space. Loved the pool. Adults loved all the kitchen appliances and dishes, pots and pans! Everything was there that we needed! Loved the porches/decks ! Quiet road through Nemo! Very peaceful place :)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Thank you, Cheryl. You had a great group of little ones! We would love to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Reunion

The views were beautiful and relaxing. We had a large group, so having access to multiple laundry machines and kitchens was a breeze for multiple families. A great variety of activities in the area and on location. Would definitely go back again. Thank You!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun, 2024
Thank you, Karlene!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Lodge at Nemo

The views and vistas are spectacular. Appliances and cookware are top notch. Showers and bathroom amenities are luxurious. 3 and 1/2 bathrooms for 24 people was inadequate.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fourth of July in Nemo

Five nights with 12 to 18 guests from 11to 72. We had a great time, the upper level deck is the length of a football field. Plenty of spaces for group activities, and plenty of spaces for quiet conversations. The kitchen and pantry were perfect and well equipped. Couldn’t have asked for a better place for our group.
House from above.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Wedding

This beautiful lodge was home to our family for the week as we prepared for and attended our son’s wedding nearby. Nineteen of us had plenty of room, comfy beds, and everything we could possibly need to cook and entertain our family. Our food and clothes were all we needed to make the stay perfect! Bruce was available for any questions we had, and we have never stayed in a cleaner, more accommodating, and fun home away from home! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ImWe have no complaints. Tracie and Bruce were friendly and helpful. They responded to all inquiries are we’re on hand if some thing would have needed to be addressed of which , nothing needed to be addressed. We had 20 people. 12 adults and 8 kids and teens. There was ample space for people to spread out and have alone time if needed. The kitchen was the best stocked kitchen of any Vrbo we have stayed in. Plenty of space for the family to eat at our dinner family meals. The teens enjoyed their music and playing pool and the kids loved the ping pong. There is a ton of outdoor space and badminton and volleyball. Nemo might sound like it’s in the middle of nowhere but it is very handy to many activities. We are all home now except for our WA state family and totally worn out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Vacation Spot

The first thing we noticed upon arrival is how impeccably clean the house was. Our stay included 24 family members ranging in age from 4-74. The house was perfect in that there were separate areas that groups could be, so the number of people we had didn't make it seem crowded. The kids loved the pool and rec room. The adults played yard games. There was a nice sitting spot on the deck where the adults would congregate in the evenings. The built-in griddle on the commercial style range was amazing for making breakfast for the whole group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

A peaceful vacation spot.

Lovely ranch. The kitchen was well equipped but we were looking for some 9/13 pans for baking. The right front burner should be looked at as the flame shoots up. The layout of the bedrooms is a bit odd, and it seems strange to share such a lovely master bath with another couple. However, we had so much fun together in the home sitting on the beautiful front porch and the comfy back deck, and enjoying the fire pit. We are sure that anyone who rents this home will enjoy it as much as we did.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Lodge

We had our family reunion with 19 people at The Lodge. It’s a spectacular spacious lodge with a fantastic view. We had a baby along and Traci had a feeding chair, bathtub and pak&play there for us. We did all our own cooking. The kitchen is very upscale and well stocked, including spices and 2 gas grills. We wanted for nothing other than an earlier checkin and later checkout. Very memorable time. I would highly recommend. Thank you Bruce and Traci for being such gracious hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house with a beautiful view!

10 guys rode motorcycles from Northern CA to Nemo for the Sturgis 84th Rally. The pictures online looked beautiful, but were nothing as nice as when we walked through the front door! What an incredible, upscale place! A large kitchen and open living room for entertaining and a huge deck outside with everything needed for a trip, to include 3 sets of washers/dryers and 3 refrigerators total! Our entire group, ages 54-80, highly recommend this for a group of friends, family or a reunion. As a bonus, it's located next to a restsuramt/bar with general store and gas. Thanks for providing the house where great memories were made!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nemo Lodge Ranch

My family along with 3 other couples traveled in to Nemo for the first week of Sturgis. From the moment we booked this incredible property, Bruce was prompt in answering any questions I had. Then we walked in to what may be the cleanest VRBO we have ever stayed in. And I mean immaculately clean. From bedding, to towels, to kitchen, bathrooms, floors. Spotless. The property then extended down to a gorgeous pool that is attached to a sweet little game room. Lots of pool floats and swim diapers available. The kitchen is fully stocked with anything you may need to include crockpots. We were so impressed Bruce and Terri. Thank you thank you thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

We reserved the lodge for our February company retreat and their families. We had a family emergency in February and the hosts were gracious and allowed us to switch our reservation to the end of March. We walked in the lodge and were immediately impressed. The rooms are spacious and we loved the additional attached guest (house) our employees had their privacy and we had ours. The game room was a hit with the kids. We cooked all our meals in the home and it was stocked with all the pots, pans, serving dishes, instapot and utensils needed. I really enjoyed cooking on the griddle that was part of the stove top. It made cooking for lots of people super convenient. The hosts are very quick to answer any questions we had. I would highly recommend this VRBO!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice House

Is really 3 kitchens and 3 different apartments connected into one big house. But they are also separate. We only used one kitchen of the 3. There were plenty of pots and pans and cooking stuff. Also I think he replaced the dishwasher which was pretty tempermental. Pretty old horses on the property. Wish there was a jacuzzi but the property was amazing. We definietly enjoyed it. BBQ was a little far from the kitchen but, it worked more than fine. And theres no wood fires due to droughts etc. Other than the no fire the place was super nice.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug, 2023
Thank you, Doug.
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