Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites!
- Located downtown on Main St. Walk to shops + food - Quiet location on main street with plenty of privacy - Hot tub in fenced backyard - plenty of privacy - Fire pit, Grill, Ice Machine, Surround Sound Speaker system - Family friendly space! (and pups too) - Custer State Park pass included with rental for 1 - 20 min to Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Rapid City, or Custer State Park - UTV/ATV and motorcycle friendly with hoses to wash your toys! - EV Charger - Level 2 Chargepoint Homeflex Charger
I give my guests space but we are available when needed!
The charming town of Hill City has plenty of activities to keep you busy, from sampling local cuisine to browsing the unique shops. One must-do activity is riding the 1880 Train, a historic steam-powered locomotive that takes you on a scenic journey through the Black Hills National Forest. For nature lovers, the Mickelson Trail offers over 100 miles of hiking and biking trails to explore. And when it's time to rest your feet, grab a table at one of the many coffee shops and soak in the small-town atmosphere. Hill City is a delightful destination with something for everyone.
The Hill City Haven is walking distance to everything. Located right on Main Street, its close enough to restaurants and yet has privacy in a backyard for friends and family after a day of sightseeing.
Guests can drive around to the back of the house for covered parking or park right on Main Street and enter through the front of the house. Plenty of parking for trailers and ATV/UTVs too! A Chargpoint Home Flex Level 2 EV Charger with J1772 Plug is included for use to charge electric vehicles.
BEDROOMS (new mattresses 2024) - Bedroom 1: 1 Queen - Bedroom 2: 1 Queen - connected to main level bathroom - Bedroom 3 Upstairs: 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed -Bedroom 4 Basement: Bunk Room - 2 sets of twin bunkbeds and 1 double futon
BATHROOMS - 3 full baths: one shower main level + one bathtub/shower combo upstairs (see pics for more) + one full bathroom in basement - TONS of storage - Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash + hand soap provided
LIVING SPACES - 3 separate living areas to relax in after a day of exploring the Black Hills - Living space on the main floor with a sectional couch and 2 chairs. - Enjoy a fireplace and a Large TV with a full surround sound system. - Additional living space on the main floor with a couch and 2 chairs, along with a cocktail table - Basement living space with a comfy couch, chair, and TV. Perfect for kids to hang out in
KITCHEN - Fully stocked kitchen - double amount of dishes you would need! - Ice Machine - plenty of ice for your stay - 2 toasters, teapot, blender, Kitchen Aid mixer, crockpot - Pots, pans, and baking dishes - Storage containers, mixing bowls, knives, dish towels - First Aid kit + LifeVac + Fire blanket - Grilling supplies and paper plates
DINING - Seating for 8 at the table - Seating for 4 at the counter - Outdoor seating + + - New Grill 2025
HOT TUB - New hot tub - Perfect for smaller groups - enjoyed by all - 8’ Privacy fences - Water feature and fire pit nearby
ENTERTAINMENT - 65” TV + 2 32” Roku TV - Surround sound system - bluetooth - SLING live TV account for sports! - High speed WiFi - Printer + extra computer screen available by request
FAMILY + PET FRIENDLY - Games + Outdoor games for the family - Little playroom and toys for your littles - Poker chip set + playing cards - Pet bowls and bags available for use - Fenced in backyard for your pups!
*********************************************** This stylish and welcoming vacation rental is the ultimate destination for families and friends seeking a memorable retreat in the heart of the beautiful Black Hills. With its prime location near iconic attractions like Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience and serenity.
Check out our other properties in Custer! Look up “Black Hills Family Vacations” in both towns.
With over 2500 sq. ft. of well-designed space, the Hill City Haven features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, comfortably accommodating
Explore town in style with a car or by foot, but if you're looking for an even more adventurous way to get around - don't forget that UTVs are allowed on roads (just not the Mickelson Trail)! Be sure to see our partners for "insider" deals.
- Lower Level Living + kitchenette, bunkroom , and bathroom - NEW for 2025: Level 2 EV charger for cars - Coming in 2025: Game room and bar area with pool table and games - Centrally located and within walking distance to everything in Hill City - Renters Must be 21 - Up to 2 dogs under 35 lbs allowed with a $100 deposit
Hill City is Steps away from : - Swimming in 7 lakes nearby - 800 feet from the Mickelson - 20 minutes from Crazy Horse - 20 minutes from Mt. Rushmore - 2 hours from the Badlands - 1 hour from Deadwood - 20 minutes from Custer State Park
CONCIERGE: Come on over and chill! We'll take care of preparing the house for you. Our services include stocking the fridge, setting up a margarita bar, providing charcuterie boards, putting up light decorations, and much more. Everything will be ready for you when you arrive. Available through Charge Automation.
CAMERAS: Hill City is a VERY safe community. We do have 4 cameras for video surveillance on all of our properties. A camera on the north and south side of the house facing the doors, and one on both the front and back door.
PARKING: Our property has a lot of parking on Main Street in front and in the back of the house we have two spaces that are covered. We offer hoses to wash off UTV/ATVs as well!
*NEW* ADD-ONS! (Subject to availability) Our new add-ons will be in a link we send you after you book! - Kayak rentals - Pontoon boat ride - Early check-in - Late check-out - Pet fee - EV charger - And more for summer 2025!
IS THIS RENTAL AVAILABLE YEAR-ROUND? YES! Hill City is high elevation. There are on average 228 sunny days per year here! The average summer temp is 80 degrees and winter can be in the 30’s-40’s. Many stores and restaurants stay open year-round! We have parades for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Burning Beetle in Custer. Hill City has many fall/winter events. We are about 45 minutes from skiing at Terry Peak.
WHAT RESTAURANTS ARE OPEN YEAR-ROUND? The Deli, Subway, Hill City Cafe, The Alpine Steakhouse, 1885, and Lemongrass are our favorites and are open year-round. Caboose Coffee and Elizabeth's Coffee is also open year-round.
IS THERE A PLACE TO RENT BIKES AND UTVS? YES! Bikes: Rabbit Bicycles & Repair and bike rentals down by the Mickelson Trail. For UTV/ATV rental we recommend Hill City Adventures.
HOW MANY HIKING/BIKING TRAILS ARE THERE? We have over 70 miles of hiking in and around Hill City. Other than the Mickelson Trail (500 feet from the house) we put our favorite hikes (including Black Elk Peak) in the guidebook.
WHAT IS THE FOOD SCENE LIKE? Hill City has great restaurants - 1885, Lemongrass, and The Alpine Inn are our favorites. The Downtown Deli is great for breakfast.
ARE THERE STORES NEARBY TO BUY FOOD? We have Krull’s Grocery and Dollar General nearby.
PLEASE NOTE: A signed rental agreement is required for each reservation through Charge Automation. If you book online you will still need to provide this information after booking. If you book AirBnB, we will text you a link. Check-in instructions are sent the night before arrival.
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Quiet time is 10pm-8am
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
About the neighborhood
Hill City
Located in Hill City, this vacation home is in the city center. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Granite Sports and South Dakota State Railroad Museum.
South Dakota State Railroad Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Museum @ Black Hills Institute - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
1880 Train - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Major Lake Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
Alpine Inn - 6 min walk
Miner Brewing Company - 6 min drive
Firehouse Smokejumper Station - 5 min drive
Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - 3 min walk
1885 Steakhouse and saloon - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites!?
As of May 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites! on May 17, 2026 start from $517, 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.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites! located?
Located in the center of Hill City, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Granite Sports, Museum @ Black Hills Institute, and Things That Rock. 1880 Train and South Dakota State Railroad Museum are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
This home was charming and historic with lots of room for our mixed age extended family of ten! We loved the hot tub, bonfire pit and game room AND being able to walk to coffee, dinner, and ice cream!
Lisa T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Douglas J.
Aug 15, 2025
Hill City gem
Gem of a place. Location is excellent. Charming and tastefully updated.
Douglas J.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
MICHELLE P.
Jun 26, 2025
Great Stay!
Had a great time, super cute little house right in the heart of Hill City. Hosts were great and easy to work with any time we needed anything they were right there with an answer.
Great location! The house is very spacious and well stocked. We really appreciated the extra things like toilet paper and paper towels - there were plenty. The beds were very comfortable. Having 3 bathrooms was a plus. We would stay here again. The house is definitely older and could use a little t&cs in some areas. Overall - great place in a great location.
The house is a 1929 charmwr that has been well decorated. It has tons of space for large group, everything was well stocked, the back yard was wonderful for the dogs and the hot tub was a treat after long motorcycle rides. Very convenient location to shops and restaurants.
Near to many tourist spots. House with good amenities. Location of the house is pleasant. Overall, we enjoyed thoroughly
Prasanth G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kassandra M.
Jul 20, 2025
Fantastic location
Hill city haven seems to be an older home with lots of charm! Very well preserved, kept up, and clean - which is what we look for the most! The kitchen was very well equipped and there are 2 sets of washers and dryers which was perfect as we had 2 families staying! We loved being able to stroll downtown to all the shops and restaurants and the best part… the ice cream shop!! The game room and hot tub were a nice bonus and we would definitely recommend Hill City Haven to anyone we know traveling to the Black Hills!!
Kassandra M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
RaeLynn C.
Jun 12, 2025
Definitely a haven
We miss the house already. What a great place to decompress after our long road trip. The house is very spacious, charming, clean and well stocked. The location is great too with a short walk into town. The he backyard was so wonderful for the dogs and the hot tub was a real treat. Sarah was a great host. This rental is well worth your consideration, so book it and enjoy the area.
RaeLynn C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
RobertM
Aug 18, 2024
Hill City Haven
Great location and town to enjoy the Black Hills from. The home is comfortable, the things that ned to be clean were clean and the beds were very comfortable. Our family had a blast here!
RobertM
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Frank and Linda C.
Sep 19, 2024
Lots of fun
Had a great time staying at Hill City Haven. Sarah and Ethan were wonderful hosts. Everything was perfect.
Frank and Linda C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Laureen Y.
Jun 8, 2024
Hill City Haven
The location of Hill City Haven is conveniently located near stores, restaurants & more. Some are close enough to walk to! The Haven was perfect for my family. We had plenty of room & also enjoyed the hot tub! Great place to stay!
This is a unique property in the center of Hill City. It has lots of room, a well stocked kitchen, an attractive backyard complete with hammock and hot tub, and plenty of bedrooms for a larger group. There is also a new game room that we enjoyed. The check-in process was easy, and the host was responsive to our questions. We were able to walk to all attractions in Hill City, and the Mickelson Bike trail is only a block and a half away. There is sufficient parking for several cars and ample storage for bikes. We hope to be back for a future visit!
Valerie O.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 4, 2025
Thank you for such a kind review!! We enjoy hosting guest like you who are excited for the visit.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Emily D.
Aug 27, 2024
Great Location and stay
The house has plenty of room for everyone. We were traveling with 3 teens and it worked great. Location allows for a quick walk to restaurants and shops. Elizabeth's has awesome coffee and Cream is some of the best ice cream I have ever had. All around a convenient base for checking out the area and host is very responsive.
Emily D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joan N.
Jun 25, 2024
Small Town Gem
This is the second year we have used Hill City Haven! The property is spacious, welcoming, and perfectly located. The hosts are responsive and helpful. We will be making Hill City Haven a yearly retreat.
Overall a great property in a cute town. Walking distance to many great restaurants and close to so many great outdoor gems such as Custer State Park, Badlands, Mt Rushmore, Devils Tower, Wind Cave & Jewel Cave National Parks. Great kitchen and outdoor hot tub. Must stay in the Black Hills.
Jason F.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 6, 2024
Thank you so much for your delightful review! We are thrilled to hear that the Hill City Haven served you well for your adventures through the Black Hills' iconic landmarks, and that the amenities added to the joy of your stay.
It is guests like you who remind us why we do what we do.
We're grateful for your recommendation, and it would be our pleasure to welcome you back anytime you choose to revisit these wonderful outdoor treasures. Thank you once again guys!
We had a great stay here…plenty of room and a short walk to shops and restaurants. House is older, but has some updates and everything you need. Fenced in yard was great for our dog…fireplace was great. Hill City is a great spot to explore everything in the Black Hills from, and this was a great spot to stay for our trip.
Victor W.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 14, 2024
Thanks for being such a great guest! We are glad you enjoyed your stay at The Hill City Haven! It's wonderful to know that the layout, convenient location, and updated amenities made your trip comfortable and memorable. We are constantly updating as we go to give our guest a comfortable place to stay.
We are particularly happy that the fenced-in yard was perfect for your furry companion. We are proud to be part of this vibrant community in Hill City and love sharing its charm with our guests.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Valerie V.
Jul 8, 2024
Great Stay!
Our family of 5 had the best stay over the 4th of July holiday. We loved the house and Hill City and were able to make day trips to everything we wanted to see in the Black Hills. Sarah was an amazing host and the house was clean and comfortable, giving all of us our own space and plenty of bathrooms to speed up getting ready (important with two teen daughters!). If we ever get the chance to come back to the area we will definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
The house was perfect for our extended family trip. There was plenty of room for our 3 small families to have privacy, but a lot of common areas. We loved the walkability into town. There are many great restaurants, coffee shops, and breweries in town. The hot tub was fantastic at the end of the day after outings. Central location in the Hills was great. Most places we went were no longer than 30 minute drives.
This house has character! It's older, but was perfect for our group of 6. The beds were amazing!! Walking distance to restaurants and shopping. We had a blast here. Yard with hot tub. Everything you need to feel at home, especially the ice maker! Will stay here again.
Dawn B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Becky B.
Jan 28, 2024
Fun place!
This is the coolest old house! It is quite large and would fit a huge group of people! Love the gas fireplace and the hot tub. Didn't use the fire pit but it looks awesome as well. Giant kitchen with everything you need. Hosts are amazing. Will definitely be back!
Becky B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Michelle J.
Dec 27, 2023
Christmas in HIll City, SD
This is a beautiful home. Great kitchen space. Very roomy, with nice dining room, 2 living rooms. Great for family get-togethers. We even had a dog with us and the yard was perfect for him. One of the bedrooms has a mattress that is very very firm, hard to sleep on and the home was a little chilly.....other than the family room with the fireplace, nice and cozy there. We enjoyed our stay and would consider renting the home again for a future stay.
Cozy little house with convenient parking within walking distance of everything in Hill City. This kitchen is better equipped then mine. Has wine fridge, ice machine, big fridge, nice cook top and oven and dishwasher that works well. Lots of space for relaxing and games. Boys enjoyed football on tv.
Peggy K.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 6, 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that our cozy Hill City Haven provided you with a comfortable and convenient stay.
It's wonderful to know the kitchen exceeded your expectations. We also love that you found plenty of space to unwind and enjoy some games – and that the boys had a great time watching football on the TV!
Our aim is to create a ‘home away from home’ experience for our guests, and it sounds like we hit the mark for you.
If you’re ever back in town, we would love to welcome you again for another enjoyable stay. Until then, we wish you all the best!
About the host
Hosted by Sarah Walker
We traded our Colorado mountain views for the beauty of South Dakota and Michigan. Now, we’re discovering everything that makes the Black Hills such a special place to call home! From exploring Mount Rushmore and Badlands National Park to discovering the hidden gems of Custer State Park, there’s no shortage of things to do in this enchanting area. With so much beauty all around us, it’s hard not to be inspired by our new home every day! We’re excited for the adventures ahead
Why they chose this property
At Black Hills Family Vacations, we are proud to showcase this enchanting home that embodies the essence of a fairy tale. Our portfolio spans the nation, and we oversee each property with the same meticulous attention to detail. Visit blackhillsfamilyvacations.com to discover more exceptional vacation homes we own and manage. Experience a truly magical getaway with us.
What makes this property unique
Looking for the best of both worlds - convenience and relaxation? This unique house downtown Hill City can provide just that! Located 800 feet from the Mickelson Trail, you'll have plenty of nearby restaurants, ice cream shops, coffee spots AND local stores at your fingertips. The perfect fit for those wanting to explore this lovely area with ease!
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