Cabin

Little Badger Lodge

Cabin in Lead with water park and Hot tub

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Welcome to Little Badger Lodge managed by Deadwood Connections.
Main floor open concept with vaulted ceilings.
Main floor living room with comfortable seating
Main floor living room with gas fireplace.
Main floor living room with wooden ceilings.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 91800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Homestake Gold Mine
  • Place, George S. Mickelson Trail
  • Place, Terry Peak Ski Area

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Little Badger Lodge

Summary:

This Black Hills Vacation Rental is located at Gilded Mountain with a pool and hot tub!



The Space:

Your Perfect Black Hills Adventure Starts at Little Badger Lodge!



Located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Deadwood, South Dakota, this 4 bedroom cabin offers the perfect space for families of all sizes to enjoy the outdoors. Up to 9 guests can relax comfortably, and enjoy the wonderful views off the front double decks. Its private location on the top of a hill sitting on the west ridge and overlooking the development, cathedral ceilings, spacious main living area with gas fireplace & beautiful picture windows make it one of our more popular vacation homes.



Main Level Highlights



Open Concept Living Space: Features a fully-equipped kitchen, large dining table that seats 10, breakfast bar with additional seating for 3, and numerous picture windows that make the space bright & open feeling. A large TV is mounted above the fireplace and there are two couches & two chairs. This is a great space for everyone to gather.



Outdoor Living Space: Sliding glass doors lead to a spacious covered deck with breathtaking mountain views, BBQ grill, and outdoor seating.



Bedrooms & Bathrooms On This Level:



■ Primary bedroom #1 with a King Bed



■ A full bathroom with shower/tub combo and attached washer/dryer room.



Upper Level Highlights



Open Loft Area: At the top of the staircase is a loft area that the bedroom on this level is located off of.



Bedrooms and Bathrooms On This Level:



■ Upper Bedroom #2 with a King bed



■ There is a half bathroom located off the loft area



Lower Level Highlights



Second Living Space: At the bottom of the stairs you will find a second living space that features comfortable seating, large wall mounted TV, and a wet bar. There is a table with 4 chairs that can be used for a game of cards or a board game. This is a great space for the kids to gather!



Outdoor Living Space: Sliding glass doors lead out to the lower deck area where you will find a hot tub and can enjoy beautiful mountain views.



Bedrooms and Bathrooms On This Level:



■ Lower Bedroom #3 has a Queen bed



■ Lower Bedroom #4 has a twin bed cot and a twin bunk bed



■ There is a full bathroom located off the living space with a walk-in shower.



Centrally located Black Hills Cabin



Located near Lead, South Dakota, Little Badger Lodge offers easy access to the areas main attractions



Gilded Mountain Clubhouse - As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, will have exclusive access to the Community Clubhouse, a premier facility featuring a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, rejuvenating sauna, private game room, and an inviting loft area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities in the clubhouse include a pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade game a large screen TV



Nearby Attractions:



■ Terry Peak Ski Area: 8 minutes away.



■ Mickelson Trailhead, fishing, golfing: 5-15 minutes away.



■ Scenic Spearfish Canyon: 10 minutes away.



■ Lead: 7 minutes. Deadwood: 11 minutes. Sturgis: 30 minutes.



■ Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park: Just an hour's drive.



Convenient Parking: Large driveway can accommodate 3-4 cars. *4-wheel drive or all wheel drive recommended for winter driving conditions*



Additional Featured Amenities:



■ Central A/C



■ Wifi



■ Satellite TV



■ Private Hot tub



■ Washer/dryer



■ BBQ Grill



■ Gas Fireplace



Please Note: This cabin does allow pets. $50 per pet fee. **You must notify us if you are bringing pets, and you must clean up after them inside and outside. Pets are not allowed on furniture. Thank you!



Guest Access:

Guests have access to the whole house and the community Clubhouse.



The Neighborhood:

This cabin is located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Lead, South Dakota. As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, will have exclusive access to the Community Clubhouse, a premier facility featuring a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, rejuvenating sauna, private game room, and an inviting loft area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities in the clubhouse include a pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade game a large screen TV.

Nearby Attractions:

- - Terry Peak Ski Area: Minutes away.

- - Mickelson Trailhead, fishing, golfing, and scenic Spearfish Canyon: 30 minutes away.

- - Lead: 7 minutes. Deadwood: 11 minutes. Sturgis: 30 minutes.

- - Mount Rushmore: Just an hour's drive.



Getting Around:

There are taxis you can take to get around. If you drive, there is a large driveway that can accommodate 3-4 vehicles. *4-wheel drive or all wheel drive recommended for winter driving conditions*



Other Things to Note:

This cabin sits up on the hill so we do advise 4-wheel drive in winter. The roads are paved except the driveway and it`s easy access to snowmobile and ATV trails. The Terry Peak Ski Area is a 5 minute drive and Deadwood is 10 minutes.



Interaction with Guests:

Deadwood Connections is a locally owned and managed vacation rental management company that puts the guest first. Our team is available to assist you at any point during your stay—from arrival to departure. You can reach out if you need local recommendations or have any issues during your visit to the Black Hills. We aim to make your stay with us comfortable and peaceful so you can spend your vacation making memories! While we won't meet you upon arrival, we're just a phone call away should you need anything!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Max. of 2 small dogs under 30 lbs.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Lead

Lead is home to this cabin. Living Map Theater and Historic Homestake Opera House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Terry Peak Ski Area and Deer Mountain Ski Area. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, horse riding and cycling.
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Lead, South Dakota

What's nearby

  • Homestake Gold Mine - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Deer Mountain Ski Area - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
  • George S. Mickelson Trail - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Deadwood Mountain Grand - 13 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Terry Peak Ski Area - 17 min drive - 8.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Silverado Franklin Historic Hotel & Gaming Complex - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boars Nest - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jacobs Brew House and Grocer - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cheyenne Crossing - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lewies Saloon & Eatery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Badger Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Little Badger Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Badger Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Badger Lodge located?

Situated in Lead, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Living Map Theater, Deer Mountain Ski Area and Black Hills Mining Museum. Historic Homestake Opera House is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brianna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at little badger! The only thing we wish it had was a little yard for yard games but otherwise excellent stay! Great cabin and great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Great Stay

Wonderful location and lovely house
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

KRISTA P.

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

Hot tub

This Black Hills Vacation Rental is located at Gilded Mountain with a hot tub! There was plenty of room for 4 adults and 4 teenagers. This is in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tom Amy O.

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

Family Ski Trip

Locations was great for skiing and provided our family with enough space to enjoy our trip to the hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

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

Great Home Base!

We had a great time in the Black Hills, and this house only added to the experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen K.

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

Little Badger Lodge Getaway

Property was very clean, easy access, décor presented a nice homey feeling, great kitchen to prepare meals, and comfortable beds. Overall great place for a retreat or family get together.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

James n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property, clean ,quiet well supplied for whatever you want to do , driveway description is accurate (very steep) for anyone that brings a trailer. You probably will not get the trailer into the driveway must be unhooked somewhere else. But overall very good experience. Great location for anywhere you want to travel to in the hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annie E.

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

Great property

The property is in a beautiful neighborhood and easy to get to all major attractions. Plenty of space for everyone and property had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy D.

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

Family get away

The cabin was lovely and comfortable. The neighborhood was quiet. We saw deer in the yard several times. It was a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KATHLEEN D.

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

My summer stay

Very clean property Modern..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Nice house near deadwood

Very nice place very comfortable close to deadwood close to some good restaurants lots of stairs for some possibly but not a problem for us it felt like home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G., Elkhorn, Nebraska

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

Annual Golf Trip

My two sons, brother-in-law and I enjoyed four days of golf in the Black Hills. This cabin was a great “headquarters” but now wish we’d spent even more time at the cabin! Fabulous location with great accommodations! Thanks for helping make our trip a wonderful success!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Staci H., Fort Worth

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

Great rental

Great rental. Great location. Not a far drive to tourist destinations we were there to see. There are a lot of stairs which weren’t a problem for us but might be an issue for some. Lots of space in the rental which gave adults and teenager a little privacy. Steep driveway but we managed with our minivan. Saw several deer on the property which was fantastic to see since we live in the city.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

LeAnne J.

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

Cozy and perfect for a big family

The Little Badger lodge was clean, and welcoming with plenty of space for a big family to be entertained. One recommendation is the beds are high, and those that are vertically challenged had a hard time getting into the beds. My recommendation is to provide a stool for the higher beds so it’s easier. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely rent again. Communication was also an A+ throughout our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

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

Great

It was perfect for our family.☀️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

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

Amazing Property with Great Location

This property had it all and was located close to many attractions!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Sara E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

cozy

The cabin was cozy and cute. Probably not ideal for anyone who has issues with a lot of stairs. Having 4wheel drive is an understatement. Access to the cabin has a very steep driveway and once snow begins to melt it is extremely icy. Suggest having ice melt on location for guest’s. Great views and clubhouse bonus was awesome for kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerold T.

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

Review

Everything great but not much lighting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S., ST MICHAEL

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

Family Vacation

House was great for extended family to get together for a week vacation. Large gathering spaces and tables for all of us. House was really clean and neatly decorated. Great location for seeing the sights of the Black Hills. We all agreed that we would come back some day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

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

Love deadwood

Houses in guilded mountain are awesome we’ll be back in august
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Enjoyable

We really enjoyed our stay. Easy to get to, clean, loved all the windows. Appreciated the call before our trip to see if we needed anything!! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mariah G.

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

Little Badger Lodge Get Away

Our stay was a great experience and I have been looking to go back again. Lead is a beautiful area and close to many things. The trails weren't far and deadwood wasn't far also. The cabin was very cozy and it has everything we needed! Great cabin and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jenika S.

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

Very Nice Place!!

We loved the place! Directions to the property are not accurate! We had a hard time figuring out which cabin was ours in the middle of a hail storm! We had an issue finding extra parking. We had a car, a big truck and long trailer with 3 ATVs. So if you are coming in with something other than a car or truck, it would be a great idea to find out where to park ahead of time! Other than that... the place was beautiful!!! Would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Jonna Kandolin

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