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Big Horn Sheep Cottage Near Mt. Rushmore

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Exterior
Children’s area
Terrace/patio
Balcony
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, The Golf Club at Red Rock
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Reptile Gardens
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living Room 1

1 Double Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Garden

About this property

Big Horn Sheep Cottage Near Mt. Rushmore

Welcome to the Big Horn Sheep Cottage. Where nature grazes outside your door. Built in early 1900s and updated to current standards, our cottage boasts a country feel, yet only 15 minutes from downtown Rapid City and 40 minutes from Mt Rushmore. Enjoy the wild outside where big horn sheep graze on lush grasses and wild turkey and deer roam the nearby Spring Canyon and creek.

The space
2 queen bedrooms, 2 twin beds in the loft, fully enclosed glass shower in the bathroom encompass 1,200 sq ft. Large front deck complete with natural gas fire pit , plus nearby playhouse and swing set make a quaint family setting.

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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please ensure all beds are stripped, and linen is left on the ground in the bedrooms before leaving. Thank you so much for helping us with this!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2211769vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Watiki Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Mount Rushmore. Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show and Reptile Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • The Golf Club at Red Rock - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show - 11 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Reptile Gardens - 13 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Bear Country USA - 16 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Hart Ranch Golf Course - 16 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Ranch - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cohort Craft Brewery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ruby Tuesday - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Horn Sheep Cottage Near Mt. Rushmore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Big Horn Sheep Cottage Near Mt. Rushmore?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Horn Sheep Cottage Near Mt. Rushmore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Horn Sheep Cottage Near Mt. Rushmore?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Horn Sheep Cottage Near Mt. Rushmore located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of The Golf Club at Red Rock, Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show and Reptile Gardens. Shrine Hospital and Storybook Island are also within 9 miles (15 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. 35 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mallory S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From the moment we arrived we felt very welcomed! The owners were super responsive to messages and gave great advice on fun things to do in the area! We couldn’t be happier with our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

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

Excellent Stay!

Excellent place to stay and not far from many of the attractions and activities in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, everything as described. Very quiet. Big horn sheep, wild turkeys and deer were around every day. Very peaceful, it was a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place. It's a beautiful clean cabin with very friendly hosts (including the dogs!). We even saw a few Big Horn Sheep. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

REGGIE B.

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

Great cabin at the foot of the Black Hills

The cabin and owners were great.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasey E.

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

Family Vaca

This was a perfect location for our needs. The 6 of us slept comfortable and this cabin had more than was needed! We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

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

Beauty and the Wilderness

What an incredible cabin for our family of 4. Our children (4,6) loved sleeping in the lofted bed and playing on the swingset outside. This is a beautiful property, and rich with history. It’s about a 30 minute drive out of town, so be sure to come prepared with groceries. The (adorable) kitchen is fully stocked with the necessary equipment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Excellent

This property was a great place to stay. Centrally located to all of the attractions, clean, comfortable, and well stocked. A great place for relaxing after being out for the day. Wildlife in the front yard and a great view out back. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol Z.

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

Rapid City

Great
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bri P.

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

Summer getaway

We were taking a summer family getaway to Rapid City. When we contacted the property owner with questions they were quick and prompt to respond. Our youngest has Autism and this property was great for both our youngest and two older children. They each had their own spaces and play area outside to stretch out. The property was as described and extremely clean and welcoming for anyone looking to stay. Everything we could have needed was available within the cabin and was only a short drive from anything near Rapid City and parks. It was a wonderful, peaceful getaway for our family! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is adorable, exceptionally clean, beautifully appointed, fully stocked with kitchen needs and daily essentials, comfy beds, fluffy towels, pretty views, working fireplace and fire pit, and lots of wildlife; Absolutely Lovely. Helpful to know before you book: if you are looking for a private cabin in the Black Hills (honeymoon, or otherwise highly value seclusion or privacy in rentals) this is not the place. The very kind and helpful owners are on the same property in the (very close) big house next door and share the yard. There are other cabins in this area by the same awesome owners that are more secluded to look into in that case.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

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Wonderful cabin to unplug!

The cabin was just as pictured. Clean, tucked back in the woods - beautiful views; wildlife would walk right next to the deck. Perfect place to unplug for our busy lives and stay connected as a family. Close enough to all the amazing things South Dakota has to offer but away from the busy. What a beautiful place! We’ll definitely be visiting South Dakota again & would recommend this cabin to many others! *note- the loft has very low ceilings (obviously) but our 13 year old daughter loved the space all to herself! the ladder was a little too high for my comfort in case our youngest woke up in the middle of the night. We made the sleeping arrangements work!All of our kids enjoyed the playset- loved seeing our oldest son, 16, get on and have a blast with his brother & sister!This cabin was perfect for our family of 5!
Deer coming close to deck
Deer in front yard
Such a beautiful cabin
View from the backyard
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura V.

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

Cozy cabin, lots of fun

Very clean, well maintained property! The owners are very helpful and friendly. Our kids loved playing on the playset and there was space for them to run. All necessities are provided as well as a few games. There were not any toys (which was fine for us), but if your kids need something extra to play with, you might want to bring a couple. There are lots of things to do within 15-60 min away. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scarlett F.

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

Gorgeous cabin & location! (But bring noisemakers for kid/babies)

We had a lovely stay at this cozy cabin with our 3 littles (5, 3, and 7 months). The hosts were super nice and quick to respond any inquiries. The location was amazing! The older kids loved playing in the treehouse/playground and sleeping in the loft beds. The main bedroom beds were pretty creaky when getting in an out of them but thankfully we had noisemakers for the baby/kids so as not to wake them. Also of note, most of the windows don't have curtains which is amazing for letting natural light in, but might interfere with sleep for the littles. Plenty of space in the bedroom for baby's pack and play. Overall great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim W.

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

Amazing cabin!

We could not have found a cleaner, more beautiful, easily accessible, and centrally located place for our five-day vacation in the Mount Rushmore area! The hosts were very friendly, kind, and helpful with suggestions. The cabin is comfortable and sits on a gorgeous property, with wildlife visible and audible all around. By far the best place I have ever booked for my family's vacations! Mount Rushmore, Black Hills, Wall Drug, Rapid City, Badlands, and 2 national caves were all within a 90-minute drive or much less. The hosts could not have been more kind and respectful of us. I think the cabin alone would have made for an awesome trip, with boardgames and grilling and s'mores on the firepit. Thank you hosts! A 10-out-of-10, must-reserve, no complaints stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Perfect Family Cabin with a Playset, Beautiful Views, & Sweet Hosts!

We had a wonderful stay at this charming 1909 South Dakota cabin! It’s full of character with original doors and a peaceful setting with gorgeous views out back that made for the perfect morning coffee spot! The big front yard was perfect for our kids, who loved running barefoot on the soft grass. The huge, unique playset and lookout tower were a highlight. They spent evenings up there watching deer wander by.The yard is clearly well cared for, and we loved relaxing around the gas fire pit making s’mores. After a day of sightseeing, it was so nice to grill dinner and eat outside at the patio table. The location is perfect! It’s tucked away and quiet, yet close to everything we wanted to see and just 15 minutes from Walmart.The owners live next door in a historic cabin of their own and were so friendly and helpful, offering great local tips. Their sweet dogs were a hit with our kids! One especially kind moment stood out: our daughter fell on a trail, and even though there was a first aid kit in the cabin, Tina brought over larger Band-Aids and Neosporin. It was such a thoughtful gesture and really meant a lot.This place is full of charm, natural beauty, and warm hospitality. We’re so grateful for the memories and would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fred G.

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Great place to stay

We had an excellent time staying here. It was centrally located so we could see all the sites. The grill and gas bonfire we’re very easy to use. We would stay here again when we come back into town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The perfect house to Explore the Black Hills

This place was really awesome. Our family loved it. We had deer and big horn sheep in the yard. This place is in a great location to explore everything in the Black Hills and we even went up to Devils Tower which was less than two hours. Highly recommend staying here. And the views from the back of the cabin were amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The cabin was in a perfect location for all the activities the Black Hills has to offer

Overall the cabin was really clean and met all our needs for our family. I would definitely stay there again if we ever make it back to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

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

Wonderful experience

This property was perfect for our family. The location is the closest thing to being in The Hills but yet being in Rapid City. It was very clean and had everything you need. The kitchen was well-stocked & bathroom towels were spa-quality. The pictures don’t do it justice. Beautiful scenery all around. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy P.

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Nice, cozy cabin

The cabin was exactly as stated, very clean, very cozy. Hosts are very friendly. This is a great property for a family, close to many tourist spots. The cabin is very close to the hosts home. We were looking for a private cabin as we were on our honeymoon. If close proximity is not a concern this is a fabulous cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

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Delightful Place

We enjoyed our stay thoroughly! Beautiful place, comfy beds, well stocked kitchen. If our travels take us back to SD we will definitely plan to stay at this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi R.

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

Wow!

This property had everything you could ask for and more. The play set and loft for the kids was outstanding. We would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

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Beautiful

Such a beautiful place. Very private place but also a few houses in the area, you aren’t by yourself. Quiet, little traffic. Lots of wildlife. Deer and Turkey walking through the area. Owner lives near by. Very friendly, gave us our privacy but was available if we needed anything. Grocery store, gas station, most tourist attractions near by, shirt drive. We had everything we needed at cabin. 3 young boys had a lot of fun, playground on property.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2021
Thank Holly! You have a beautiful family. Hope to see you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

Wonderful Cabin

We really enjoyed our stay and Tina was an excellent host. The cabin had everything that we needed. It was close to the attractions we were visiting but also peacefully remote. The kids loved the swing set.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

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