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Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek

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Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • 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.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Bear Country USA
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Reptile Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Art Room Bedroom w/ Creek View

1 Queen Bed

Creekside Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Heritage Room

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek

Located in the historic Stratobowl near Rockerville, this classic Black Hills ranch style home is right on Spring Creek in a rugged canyon. The back windows and deck look out onto the best swimming hole on all of Spring Creek. Surrounded by hiking trails along the creek and in the National Forest, this is the perfect location for families searching for adventure in the great outdoors or couples who want to get away from it all in an incredibly peaceful setting.

The house has been fully updated with all of today's conveniences including climate control, updated electrical system, and DSL internet. Located near Rockerville, this home is secluded, yet only 20 minutes from Rapid City or Mount Rushmore.

Sleeps 6. The master bedroom has a king size bed with large windows looking down to the creek. A second bedroom has a queen size bed also with views of the creek. The third bedroom is the heritage room with a king size bed built into the room. The home has a deck on the creek side where guests can enjoy their morning coffee or grill out later in the day. There is a well-equipped kitchen and a very comfortable living room with a 42" television. The bathroom has a walk-in shower with grab bars. The single level and attached garage make it ideal for anyone with mobility difficulties.

Enjoy the natural beauty of the Black Hills secluded in this classic home along Spring Creek. The home is located in a very unique and historic area, the Stratobowl - birthplace of the Space Age where the Army Air Corps and National Geographic Society launched manned balloon flights into the stratosphere to a record 72,395 feet in 1934-35.
Note: New driveway concrete construction planned for May. You are still welcome to stay!
Note: Between the hours of ~Noon and 6:00pm there is a chance that the swimming hole might be shared by the owner's grandson and one other adjacent vacation home.

In order to access the surrounding property (Stratobowl, trails along the creek, etc.), a hold harmless waiver will be available to sign at check in.

Check in time is 4:00 PM and check out is 11:00 AM.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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 and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3782667vb
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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this holiday home 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 Mount Rushmore and The Black Hills. Travelling with kids? Consider Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf, or check out an event or a game at Summit Arena at The Monument. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Bear Country USA - 6 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Reptile Gardens - 7 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show - 8 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Hart Ranch Golf Course - 10 min drive - 15.1 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild Sage - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bin 605 - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Black Hills Blend - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Green Parrot Café - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek?

As of 24 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek on 2 Nov, 2026 start from S$1,348, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek located?

This family-friendly Rapid City holiday home is located on the waterfront, 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Reptile Gardens and Cosmos Mystery Area. Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show and Hart Ranch Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ken Tomovick

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About the owner: We live in the Black Hills of South Dakota in a place known as the Stratobowl. This geological wonder is carved from the combined effects of water erosion and the uplift of a fault line in the rugged Spring Creek canyon. Secluded and idyllic, the property is reminiscent of another era. Maybe it is the silence, the old limestone cliffs, or the song of the creek meandering through the seasons. As these ancient voices surround us, we breathe in all the natural beauty. Peace melts into our being and comes out as creative expressions. When the moon is full, the canyon becomes an illuminated, mystical experience. That is why, at one time, this place was named 'Moon Valley'. Then, in 1934 and 1935, the Army Air corps and National Geographic Society launched manned balloon flights into the stratosphere from here. It was then, that the family field acquired its new name of 'The Stratobowl' while becoming the birth place for the space age.

Why they chose this property

This specific home was built by our grandparents, Lawrence and Betty Jacobson in 1950. It has recently been renovated. With great pleasure, we share this property with guests from around the world.

What makes this property unique

This home is one level. It has an attached garage to protect your vehicle, and the swimming hole in the backyard is one of a kind. This is truly THE Black Hills experience.

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