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A log cabin with a porch, a front door, and a window.
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and large windows.
A log cabin with a porch, a ramp, and a sign that reads "Bluebird."
A log cabin interior with a kitchen area featuring wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and pendant lighting.
A log cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a loft space.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 6•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Hill City, SD
  • Place, Wade's Gold Mill
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum @ Black Hills Institute
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, 1880 Train
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Welcome to Bluebird Retreat!

Welcome to Bluebird Retreat. A cozy cabin in the heart of the Black Hills just out of Hill City. Located in the popular High Country Ranch. Enjoy the Mickelson Trail right out your front door. Main attractions close by including Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Wake up to a beautiful sunrise and views. Enjoy sitting by the bonfire watching wildlife in the evenings.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3179793vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

About the area

Hill City

Hill City is home to this cabin. 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 Mount Rushmore. Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are also worth visiting.
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Hill City, SD

What's nearby

  • Wade's Gold Mill - 5 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Museum @ Black Hills Institute - 6 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Things That Rock - 6 min drive - 8.5 km
  • 1880 Train - 6 min drive - 8.8 km
  • South Dakota State Railroad Museum - 6 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chute Rooster Sports Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Caboose Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪High Country Guest Ranch - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Welcome to Bluebird Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Bluebird Retreat!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! located?

Situated in Hill City, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Wade's Gold Mill, Sonja's and Things That Rock. Museum @ Black Hills Institute and Twisted Pine Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for UTV riding.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It met our needs. Nice central location- good distance from Hill City. It was well furnished.Our only suggestion would be to have some type of covering over the large kitchen window and a light fixture over the shower.We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was cozy, clean and well stocked. Host was very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stacey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our cabin was perfect for us 4 travelers; 2 adults, 1 child, and 1 dog. The property was clean and well kept inside and out. The kitchen was stocked with just enough of what we may have forgotten from home. The beds were comfortable and we appreciated having a grill on the deck. The horses that passed by the side of the cabin intermittently were a beautiful sight. My only suggestions would have been to have a more maintained/cleaned out fire pit and we had to be cautious watching our dog at the front door secondary to a difficult latch.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anacelis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a breathtaking place it was cozy beautifull views and safe place quite and it was clean we will definitely come back ....
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin. Super clean. We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abby G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with a great location. The cabin was clean and perfect for our accommodations. I wish we could have stayed here for a few more days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, clean and quiet. Everything you need within 5 minutes.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin. Perfect for our family. Short drive from Hill City. Toddler loved the horses that stopped by during the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eric A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin! Beds were comfortable and amenities were good. The addition of shampoo, soap, towels, and basic kitchen equipment were a plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good spot
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralph M.

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

Great Property

Great location for visiting the Black Hills and a well maintained and tastefully decorated log home with all the amenities you can ask for. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W.

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

SW

Great location…central to all the attractions!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lisa b.

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

Birthday getaway

Great location, close enough to adventures and far enough from town to be quiet and afford peace amd solitude.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Beautiful!

Great location and beautiful setting!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Great Cabin

Great place, location, if you want Wi-Fi make sure you get the password before you get there, but shouldn’t need it if you love the outdoors!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

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

Family Trip

Perfect for our trip…2 adults and a 12 year old traveling with our dogs. Stayed during the week so surrounding area was quiet. Great location, spent days in Custer state park and The Badlands. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trenton G.

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

Great Cabin

We recently stayed here for a short family vacation. Our group had 4 adults, 1 child, and 1 dog. There was plenty of room for everyone, and the cabin was clean and looked like new. Great location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

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

Family Christmas

Needed a place to celebrate our family Christmas. It was cozy and provided the space we needed to celebrate and enjoy our holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Just what we needed

This place was quiet and beautiful. Just what we needed to get away from the hustle and bustle of the cities.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Great cabin

The Bluebird Cabin worked out great for our trip to the Black Hills. Michelle was very prompt and helpful in responding to our inquiries.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie A.

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

SD adventure

Beautiful property, clean. Loved watching the horses from the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was very nice. Just a few things—the picnic table was broken and not useable. Also the chairs around the fire pit were also broken.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy T.

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

Great location! Great stay!

My husband and I had the pleasure of spending 3 nights at Bluebird Retreat and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was quiet, well stocked and just a short drive into Hill City. Its location makes it convenient for getting to many of the local attractions. The property manager is so responsive and timely in our communication with her. Thank you Michelle. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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