10/10 Excellent
Mark S.
18 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mark S.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Cabin
American Pines Cabin, 5 Miles from Mt. Rushmore!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Keystone, SD
- Place, Big Thunder Gold Mine4 min drive
- Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial4 min drive
- Place, Rushmore Tramway Adventures4 min drive
- Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)36 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
American Pines Cabin, 5 Miles from Mt. Rushmore!
American Pines Cabins are located on a mountain meadow surrounded by the Black Hills forest with Battle Creek running through the property. Each cabin has 2 bedrooms, each with 1 queen bed, sofa sleeper in the living room, fully furnished kitchen, & bathroom with tub/shower combo.
Enjoy relaxing on the deck while BBQing, watching the children play on the playground, trying your luck at gold panning in the creek, or making S'mores over the firepit as you watch the stars come out. Wake up to deer right outside your bedroom window & start your day with a brief hike up to Ingersoll mine just 1 mile away from your front door to view a piece of Black Hills history. Discover more with the Walking Tour of Historic Keystone. Spend your days sightseeing at Mt. Rushmore, drive through the scenic Needles Highway, hike to the top of Black Elk Peak, or explore one of the many underground wonders including Rushmore Cave, Wind Cave, or Jewel Cave. View live Bison in Custer State Park, drive through wildlife park at Bear Country USA, & view the largest private collection of reptiles, including Maniac, the largest captive crocodile in North America at Reptile Gardens & then return to a quiet evening back at the cabin, just 15 minutes from most major attractions in the Black Hills. Take another day to get off the beaten path & explore the hundred of miles of trails in the Black Hills by renting an ATV/UTV right from our property.
Come see why we've been blessed to call the Black Hills home & want to share it with you! Thanks,
JAROD, BECKI, AUSTIN, CODY, & KYLE
*If cabin is unavailable, check out our other properties at the same location, listing #352688, 2682866, 2643498
Keywords: Mt. Rushmore cabin, Black Hills lodging, Black Hills vacation rental, Family vacation cabin, Mt. Rushmore guest cabin
Enjoy relaxing on the deck while BBQing, watching the children play on the playground, trying your luck at gold panning in the creek, or making S'mores over the firepit as you watch the stars come out. Wake up to deer right outside your bedroom window & start your day with a brief hike up to Ingersoll mine just 1 mile away from your front door to view a piece of Black Hills history. Discover more with the Walking Tour of Historic Keystone. Spend your days sightseeing at Mt. Rushmore, drive through the scenic Needles Highway, hike to the top of Black Elk Peak, or explore one of the many underground wonders including Rushmore Cave, Wind Cave, or Jewel Cave. View live Bison in Custer State Park, drive through wildlife park at Bear Country USA, & view the largest private collection of reptiles, including Maniac, the largest captive crocodile in North America at Reptile Gardens & then return to a quiet evening back at the cabin, just 15 minutes from most major attractions in the Black Hills. Take another day to get off the beaten path & explore the hundred of miles of trails in the Black Hills by renting an ATV/UTV right from our property.
Come see why we've been blessed to call the Black Hills home & want to share it with you! Thanks,
JAROD, BECKI, AUSTIN, CODY, & KYLE
*If cabin is unavailable, check out our other properties at the same location, listing #352688, 2682866, 2643498
Keywords: Mt. Rushmore cabin, Black Hills lodging, Black Hills vacation rental, Family vacation cabin, Mt. Rushmore guest cabin
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Call American Pines if additional dogs.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Keystone
Located in Keystone, this cabin is in a rural area and on a lake. 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 Mount Rushmore and Black Hills National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider National Presidential Wax Museum and Rushmore Tramway Adventures. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Keystone, SD
What's nearby
- Gutzon Borglum Historical Center - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
- Big Thunder Gold Mine - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
- Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
- Mount Rushmore - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Gaslight Restaurant & Saloon - 13 min drive
- The Front Porch Restaurant and Bar - 4 min drive
- Carver's Café - 11 min drive
- Miner Brewing Company - 14 min drive
- Powder House - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Faye J.
20 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Faye J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Justin M.
20 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Justin M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Michael
6 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Michael
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kiana B.
5 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kiana B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nick R.
30 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Nick R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Karen K.
21 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen K.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Denise H.
31 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Denise H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Deanna E.
29 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
South Dakota getaway
Deanna E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ricky S.
18 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ricky S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Martha D.
31 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Martha D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christie P.
12 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin, great location
Christie P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Pamala H.
24 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience and place to stay
Pamala H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
chris e.
15 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
chris e.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Burnelle B.
5 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the location. It was close to many places we wanted to visit. Scenery was beautiful.
Burnelle B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jane A.
21 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice get away
Jane A.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rosemary
13 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Rosemary
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Brett T.
27 Mar, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin
Brett T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Kim K.
15 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Stay
Kim K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kim j.
6 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute cabin, very clean, only a few miles from Keystone.
Kim j.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jon H.
5 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little cabin
Jon H.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tina J.
25 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Country Experience
Tina J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Donna B.
9 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Centrally located for sewing the Black Hills
Donna B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Julie H.
16 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
Julie H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Peter V.
16 Aug, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great central location!
Peter V.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
About the host
Hosted by Becki Groven
We are a small family owned & operated business specializing in offering personal, friendly service. We own a cabin rental business as well as a ATV rental business in the area because we want to be able to be home when our 3 boys get off the bus, we want to be able to play & work together, & we want to raise our children with strong ethics which included hard work & playing in the great outdoors!! Our love for God, country, & family is why we do what we do & at the heart of our business. We've been blessed to call the Black Hills home & would love to share it with you. We'd love to have you stay with us, JAROD, BECKI, AUSTIN, CODY & KYLE
Why they chose this property
Becki's family is originally from Keystone. She has relatives that helped pioneer the town as well as help carve Mt. Rushmore. Jarod's family is from Wall & Kadoka, South Dakota, the Badlands area. Beside Mt. Rushmore being the National Monument, Keystone is full of living history of the miner era that once made the town thrive. The Black Hills is also full of geological history & a favorite for rock hunters, which we are, & rock climbers, which we aren't:). The small hometown atmosphere of the Black Hills as well as the many diverse sites & attractions makes this the perfect place to make memories for a lifetime, again & again.
What makes this property unique
Renting an ATV/UTV to explore the back country, hiking right out the front door, driving through the Pigtail Bridges, making S'mores over an open fire, playing tag with the kids in the backyard, 5 minutes to Mt. Rushmore, cliff-jumping at Horsethief Lake, looking through unique shops in nearby towns, going on a cave tour, laying on the grass & looking up at the stars, rock collecting, fishing at Lakota Lake, swimming at Little Falls, horseback riding or seeing buffalo in Custer State Park, playing at the city park in Keystone, participating in small town parades & events, enjoying being together with our family.
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