Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun!

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A wooden cabin with a stone patio, surrounded by a forest and a clear blue sky.
A stone pathway leading to a wooden building with a stone foundation, surrounded by a natural landscape with a river and dense forest.
A spacious living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows.
A cozy living area with leather sofas, a dining table, and a kitchen in the background.
A two-story house with a stone foundation, surrounded by a forested area and a small stream.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Needles Highway
Sleeps 63 bedrooms3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Hill City, SD
  • Place, Needles Highway
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Great room

1 Large Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun!

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This newly constructed walkout apartment is just a few feet from the enchanting sounds and solitude of Spring Creek. Huge front windows provide great light and visibility of the creek, willows, scenic bridge, pine trees and surrounding mountains. It does not seem like you are on a lower level. Good internet and cell service is available. Very open floor plan in the round makes for great family space accented by the natural pinewood bar and autumn gold slate gas fireplace. Located three miles south of charming Hill City, guests are only a short stroll from the Mickelson Trail, 15 minutes from Mount Rushmore and Sylvan Lake, 10 minutes from Custer, 30 minutes from Rapid City, and less than one hour from Deadwood and the winter sports areas near Lead.

This is a spacious fully furnished walkout apartment with huge windows and a large private patio where the gurgling brook, meadow, and scenic pines invite exploration. Deer, turkeys, and chipmunks are frequent visitors. The creek has catchable rainbow trout.

This circular shaped structure is a "Mandala" kit home and fits into this alpine hillside beautifully. The cozy furnishings and natural Black Hills slate gas fireplace will help you relax after a day enjoying the historic sites and unforgettable adventures which abound in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
The master bedroom has a comfortable queen bed and a direct opening to the patio. The second bedroom also has an excellent queen size bed.

The activities available are beyond description but some of our favorites include:
Biking and hiking on the Mickelson Trail
Eating at the Alpine Inn in Hill City, Skogen Kitchen in Custer.
Hiking to the top of Black Elk Peak (tallest peak between the Rockies and the Alps)
Fishing
Historic sites galore- Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Deadwood, Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave, Badlands National Park, Pine Ridge and Wounded Knee, The Open Cut at Homestake Gold Mine in Lead, etc.
Swimming at Sheridan, Sylvan, Pactola Lakes, Cascade Falls, Hippy Hole, Angostura Reservoir
Devil's Tower
1880 Train
Black Hills Geologic Institute
Lost Cabin Brewery
Centennial Hiking Trail
Picnics anywhere
Wine on the patio and watch the sunset
Look for satellites in the incredibly bejeweled starry heavens
Exploring the art galleries
The wildflowers
Horseback trail rides
Chuckwagon rides and suppers
Rock climbing with Sylvan Rocks
And the list goes on...

We would love to share our prized piece of these amazing Black Hills!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Use life jackets for small kids near creek.
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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
Please be respectful of the neighbors across the creek. Quiet time from 10PM-7AM. Adult supervision of children around the creek at all times!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1291113vb
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 and a deadlock
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

About the area

Hill City

Located in Hill City, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Hills National Forest and Sylvan Lake. Needles Highway and 1880 Train are also worth visiting. 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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Hill City, SD

What's nearby

  • Needles Highway - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • 1880 Train - 4 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Custer State Park - 8 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 9 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 10 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chute Rooster Sports Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Caboose Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Laughing Water Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mangiamo Wood Fired Pizza - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spring Creek Splendor. The Perfect Location. Private Lower Level Apartment. Fun! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Needles Highway and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Black Hills National Forest. Black Elk Peak and Everything Prehistoric are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Jeannie Marr- Manager

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Having grown up in the southern Black Hills (Edgemont), I have looked for years for a vacation home location closer to my roots. When this undeveloped piece of land on the banks of Spring Creek became available, I jumped at the opportunity to build my dream retreat in the Hills. I selected a Mandala kit home (see mandala.com) as the structure to build as it fit beautifully on the upslope adjacent to the creek. My plan has always been to make a separate apartment space on the lower level that I could offer as a vacation rental so I might be able to offset the expenses of this second home. My wife and I have four lovely daughters all of whom are out of the nest. We all enjoy the outdoors and traveling. We have used B&B's, AirBnbs, and VRBO's ourselves many times and embrace this mode of lodging as much more engaging and better value than a generic, boring hotel room. We are excited that you are considering a visit to the Black Hills. Highmark is centrally located to easily access most of the popular parks, monuments, and attractions. After the day's activities Highmark offers a beautifully secluded creekside location to unwind and absorb the sounds, smells, and sights of our cherished locale.

Why they chose this property

This is close to nearly everything most people love about the Hills. At the end of the day, a great place to relax and recharge.

What makes this property unique

This is the only Mandala Home in the Black Hills. Its unique round shape allows an interesting open floor plan where the family can converse, eat, play, and reconnect. The natural materials of wood and slate create a comfortable and cozy environment. There is a large flagstone patio with a picnic table and chairs from which you can enjoy morning coffee and the musical sounds of Spring Creek.

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