Secluded Badlands Ranch, dark skies, starry nights

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Scenic, SD

Badlands National Park21 min drive
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)61 min drive
Armed Forces Military Display & Gifts80 min drive
Wall Drug92 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

cabin available if more than 4 people

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Ranch with 2 bedroom 1000 sq ft. farmhouse, full kitchen, family room, 1 bathroom. Camping cabin with shared bathroom with house available if more than 4 people. (no extra charge for cabin other than extra person fee.) Located 4 miles on gravel road from Scenic, SD. Each guest will have the ranch to themselves. Carport parking available. The ranch is located 40 miles from Rapid City/Black Hills, 10 miles from Badlands National Park, 30 miles from Wall Drug, and 7 miles from Sheep Mountain Table. Great private getaway with nearest neighbor a mile away. Beautiful sunsets and sunrises from the decks. Dark skies make for great star gazing. Antenna television is available. The ranch is very rural so NO WIFI AVAILABLE other than cellular. If you are looking for a unique, secluded, private, relaxing environment this is your place. Corral with shelter available for horses for additional fees. Over 150 square miles of public lands available for rock hunting, hiking, four wheeling, hunting, horse back riding and site seeing. Lodging also available during grouse, antelope and deer hunting seasons upon request.

Property manager

Badlands Enterprises, LLLP -- Karl

Premier Host

Amenities

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

If more than 4 people cabin can be used with shared bathroom in house at standard $50 per extra person.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Scenic

Located in Scenic, this farm stay is in a rural area. Roberts Prairie Dog Town is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Badlands National Park and Pinnacles Entrance Badlands. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Scenic, SD

What's nearby

Badlands National Park - 21 min drive
Armed Forces Military Display & Gifts - 80 min drive
Pinnacles Entrance Badlands - 83 min drive
Wounded Knee Museum - 91 min drive
Wall Drug - 92 min drive

Getting around

Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

Tatanka Trading Post - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Badlands Ranch, dark skies, starry nights pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Badlands Ranch, dark skies, starry nights?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Badlands Ranch, dark skies, starry nights?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Badlands Ranch, dark skies, starry nights located?

Situated in a rural location, this farm stay is 7.5 mi (12 km) from Badlands National Park and within 32 miles (52 km) of White River Visitor Center and Roberts Prairie Dog Town.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brenda H.

15 May 2024

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

Centralized location

We really enjoyed staying at the ranch. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen easy to use and well stocked. Great living room for sitting around and chatting. It was nice of the owner to organize the northern lights that our first night there lol. Great communication.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justine P.

18 October 2023

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

Great getaway

One of the most relaxing vacation experiences I’ve had in a while. My partner and I had an amazing time here and were able to enjoy the area for its beauty. We loved the stargazing and rock hounding area about 3 miles down the road.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

April L.

2 October 2023

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

Secluded and beautiful

The property was amazing. It was very private and secluded. The moon rising and setting blew me away! As did the sun rising and setting! The cabin was clean and well appointed. Very spacious and comfortable. The grounds were lovely to walk around and we enjoyed our neighbors (the cattle!). Not too far for day trips to The Badlands and Wall. The hosts left a really helpful booklet at the ranch with tips on what to see and where to go and they were spot on! There's also a booklet describing the history of the ranch and how it came to be. The front porch was my favorite place to sit and relax in between day trips. Rock hounding down the road was a lot of fun and the view is incredible.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

20 September 2023

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

The Ranch

What a wonderful place to stay. Karl was very helpful in answering all our questions and providing anything we needed. The quietness of the ranch was a real treat. All we heard were the cows mooing. We loved the solitude, and enjoyed watching the sunsets. We cooked all our meals and found that we had everything we needed. Thanks for sharing your place with us.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam V.

24 August 2023

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

Secluded and peaceful

I definitely recommend staying here. Loved it

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Badlands Enterprises, LLLP -- Karl

Why they chose this property

This is a get away property situated in the country far away from others, yet centrally located to tour the Badlands and Black Hills. If you want to experience the quiet, country life this is your place.

What makes this property unique

There is no better place to sit on a deck, drinking your morning coffee and watching the sun rise. The only sounds you will hear are the sounds of nature. You truly feel like you are in a different place, far away from the fast paced city or work life.