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Iron Horse Lookout
Iron Horse Lookout
Close to downtown Hill City
Close to downtown Hill City
Living room with open concept main floor

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hill City, SD
  • Place, Museum @ Black Hills Institute
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, 1880 Train
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, South Dakota State Railroad Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Iron Horse Lookout

Summary:

Unwind on the patio with the covered deck and take in the views, or enjoy your morning coffee while watching wildlife stroll through the property.



The Space:

Looking for that perfect beautiful home near downtown Hill City? Look no further than the Iron Horse Lookout with its cozy feel and convenience to downtown and central to all Black Hills attractions. Unwind on the patio with the covered deck and take in the views, or enjoy your morning coffee while watching wildlife stroll through the property. Motorcycle guests will love this home with zero gravel and an attached two-car garage. A short walk down the hill from the property will greet you with the charm of Main Street Hill City, and you’re within walking distance from the Mickelson Trail, making walking, biking, and hiking easy to enjoy. You can also visit the nearby Major Lake to walk, bike, or fish. With so many options and convenience, you won't want to leave.



This comfortable abode sleeps 8 with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Iron Horse Lookout comes with all the necessities such as a gas grill, WiFi, TV, central air conditioning, laundry, and two car attached garage.



Master bedroom has a king bed and attached full sized bathroom

Second bedroom has a queen sized bed

Third bedroom has a queen sized bed

Living room has a queen sized sleeper sofa



*Note, there is no off street parking in this neighborhood, please contact us if you need additional parking space.



Amenities:

Sleeps: 8

Number of bedrooms: 3

Hot tub: No

A/C: Yes, central A/C

WiFi: Yes

TV: Cable TV

Cell phone service: Yes

BBQ: Propane (we provide the propane)

Fire pit: No

Coffee maker: Coffee pot

City: Hill City

Laundry: On site washer/dryer

Garage: Yes, double car garage for guests use

Additional amenities: Property is located in downtown Hill City

Parking: 4 cars and 2 trailers

Gravel: None

Beds: 1 king bed, 2 queen beds, and a queen sleeper sofa in the living room



Provided at the home:

Griddle

Coffee maker

Hand mixer

2 crockpots

Blender

Booster seat

Pack and play

Toilet paper

Paper towels

Trash can liners

Linens and 1 towel for each person the home sleeps

Kitchen stocked with plates, silverware, cups, baking dishes, etc. (enough for the amount the home sleeps)

Basic seasonings (salt & pepper)

Propane for BBQ grill

Dish soap

Hand soap

Dishwasher soap

Laundry detergent

(Washers and dryers are free for guests use) This home is on a cistern so we ask guests limit their water usage



Distance to attractions:

Miles to Mt. Rushmore: 14.1 miles

Miles to Crazy Horse: 10.5 Miles

Miles to Custer State Park: 9.3 miles

ATVing/Snowmobiling nearby: Yes, up Deerfield road for more forest service roads and an ATV/Snowmobile designated trail system.

Hiking nearby: National forest access is up Deerfield road, or walking/biking the Mickelson Trail (just down the hill from this home), or walking/biking/fishing the nearby Major Lake (also just down the hill from this home).



Other Things to Note:

Half of the total is taken at the time of reservation

The second half of payment is automatically processed 14 days prior to the reservation 

No refundable deposits are taken

Cancellations made 14 days or more in advance of the check in date will receive a full refund. After that, the reservation is non refundable.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Iron Horse Lookout pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Iron Horse Lookout?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Iron Horse Lookout on 14 Jul 2026 start from £252, 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.

What time is check-in at Iron Horse Lookout?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Iron Horse Lookout?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Iron Horse Lookout located?

Situated in Hill City, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Sonja's, Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute. Twisted Pine Winery and Everything Prehistoric are also within 5 minutes.

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. 105 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place,the best view in hill city
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great stay. I was blown away with the view from the balcony overlooking hill city. We spent a lot of time there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home and super convenient to downtime Hill City and all area attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ralph r.

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

Family reunion

Very nice location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

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

Great place

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Great Stay!

Very clean, spacious and modern place to stay in the Black Hills! Very convenient to all the Hill City amenities, would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location!

We enjoyed our stay there and will most likely try for it again next year!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wes C.

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

Hill City stay

Great place to stay with the best view of Hill City and the 1880 train.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2024
Yes, the views and nostalgic sights and sounds of the 1880 Train help make this the rental with the best view in Hill City! Thanks for leaving this review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

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

One of the very best vrbo properties we have stayed at. Immaculate, central, well equipped.

Excellent, one of the best for price.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Great location, great views

View from the deck is fantastic. House was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2024
Thank you for staying and for taking the time to review this superb rental. We hope you will return for a repeat stay soon. Marcia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Super location

Very nice house, location , and view of town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2024
Thanks! We appreciate you took the time to comment and praise this rental.
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave L.

Great Place

Very nice clean place with a good view of Hill City
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carin M.

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

Amazing stay

The cleanliness was top notch, and the entire place was absolutely wonderful! Beautiful view, great location, and nice and quiet! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2023
We can't ask for a better review than this! Please come back and visit us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria D.

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

We will stay here every time!!

Beautiful property deer in the yard every day! Great mountain views. Centrally located to all the sights! Exactly as described. Great porch with tables and chairs to just relax and enjoy the view. Everything was super clean and comfortable, the beds were amazing! Even had a really nice, and looked brand new grill! Great communication even when I asked questions that the answers were in the Welcome book. Just can't say enough about this property, except we will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

nice house, nice location

We enjoyed our stay at this property. If we travel thru South Dakota again we would certainly consider staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

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

Great place in the Black Hills

This property was very nice and had everything we needed. Location was great as we were able to walk to shops and restaurants in Hill City.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Great house

Excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad/jennifer H.

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

Great place to stay!

This home was a perfect location for a South Dakota Black Hills Vacation stay. Clean, well-stocked and close to restaurants and shops. We enjoyed sitting on the deck overlooking the town in the evening after sightseeing and hiking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2021
BEST view in Hill City is from the deck you mentioned! Thanks for your complimentary review. Marcia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BONNIE B.

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

This home and location is wonderful!

Our family loved your home. It was very spacious and clean. The location is perfect. It is near all the local attractions and the view is great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie C.

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

Memorial Day vacation

Nice property with great location and views. Walking distance to shops and restaurants and close to popular attractions. Brought our grandkids and so much fun relaxing in this spacious home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2024
Such a great place to bring grandchildren! We have many adults some to stay and say they came way back when they were children, and they have such fond memories. The home really is very spacious and is great for adults and kids.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Fantastic Home Away From Home

Loved this property! Clean, well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and spectacular views from the decks. Close to many wonderful things to see in the Black Hills. Definitely would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul 2020
Linda, Thanks for sharing your comments for others to see. We are proud to have this rental on our roster and enjoy sharing it with our guests! The owner is committed to providing nice amenities and our housekeepers are diligent in their cleaning tasks. The Black Hills are indeed an excellent vacation destination. We hope you can return another time. Marcia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory S.

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

Great place.

Best experience i've had with a rental. Great location, super clean, and great communication. Would use again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2024
We could not ask for a nicer review. Thank you! I hope you do return for another stay another time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

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

Great location

The house was very clean. The view of Hill City was amazing from the deck. We loved the location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

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

Great property

Great property. Will definitely rent this house again if/when we make it again back to Hill City!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2021
Thanks Adam! We hope you can return very soon in the future. Marcia
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter h.

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

Great location

Very nice home with lots of room and the beds are comfortable. The view from windows and porch are fantastic. I would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

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