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My Blue Haven is a Walkers Paradise 5 min to the Monument and 15 min to Downtown

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Rapid City, SD

The Monument Civic Center
‪5 min walk‬
Main Street Square
‪14 min walk‬
Rushmore Mall
‪2 min drive‬
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

My Blue Haven is a Walkers Paradise 5 min to the Monument and 15 min to Downtown

Enjoy a peaceful stay at this 3-bedroom renovated 1930’s limestone bungalow in Rapid City. My Blue Haven has been decorated with vintage and antique pieces to make the most of the original charm while providing all the amenities and modern conveniences of home. Its central location makes it fast and easy to get on interstate 90 or Rushmore Rd. It is a 5 minute walk to the Monument where you can enjoy concerts, rodeos, hockey matches, and more. Downtown shopping and dining is only a 15 minute walk through Memorial Park and M Hill with its extensive biking and hiking trails is less than a mile away. This bungalow beauty offers plenty of room with 3 bedrooms: 1 King, 1 Queen on the main level, and 2 Queens in a charming second floor oasis, just perfect for friends and family. With high-speed internet, individual temp controlled heating/cooling units throughout, WiFi, washer/dryer, fully stocked kitchen, and lots of indoor/outdoor seating, the Blue Haven has all you need to make yourself comfortable in this home away from home. Kickback, relax, and enjoy everything Rapid City and our home has to offer.

Property manager

Carmen Richmond

Premier Host

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Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Attic stairs and railings are original to the home

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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, remove leftover food and drinks 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.

The attic and cellar areas are not for guest use. Please do not attempt to access them. Smoking is only allowed outside with ash buckets for disposal

Please be considerate to your neighbors during your stay at Blue Haven, no events, parties, commercial photography or filming on premises.

Please gather trash and place in bags along the rear patio. Leave used beds unmade and set mini split temp to 78 on low fan speed prior to checkout.

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 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

Rapid City is home to this holiday home. Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf and Fountain Springs Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Hills National Forest and Berlin Wall Exhibit. Watiki Water Park and Flags and Wheels Indoor Racing are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, rock climbing and mountain biking.

Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

The Monument Civic Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Main Street Square - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Rushmore Mall - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Monument Health - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪Armadillo's Ice Cream Shoppe - ‬20 min walk
‪Thai Thai Restaurant L - ‬3 min drive
‪Grille - ‬8 min walk
‪Firehouse Brewing Company - ‬17 min walk
‪Dickey's Barbecue Pit - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is My Blue Haven is a Walkers Paradise 5 min to the Monument and 15 min to Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at My Blue Haven is a Walkers Paradise 5 min to the Monument and 15 min to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at My Blue Haven is a Walkers Paradise 5 min to the Monument and 15 min to Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is My Blue Haven is a Walkers Paradise 5 min to the Monument and 15 min to Downtown located?

Situated in Rapid City, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of The Monument Civic Center, Berlin Wall Exhibit and Journey Museum & Learning Center. Main Street Square and Art Alley are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

David G.

18 Jul, 2025

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

Great location. Clean and well stocked with necessary amenities.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

2 Jul, 2025

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

Perfect location, clean, comfortable and had everything we needed.

It was easy to find, very well stocked, owners were easy to talk to. I highly recommend this property.Rapid City is small, but has an airport that several carriers fly into.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

22 Sept, 2024

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

Fabulous stay!!

Wonderful, clean home in very quiet neighborhood. Home is spacious, comfortable, and beautifully decorated in vintage period pieces. We loved our stay and hope to come back.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

25 Jun, 2025

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

Cozy home in Rapid City

This home was clean, comfortable, and close to everything. It should be noted that one of the bedrooms is upstairs which might provide a challenge to some people with mobility issues. Carmen is always quick with communication. We had a wonderful trip.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judy W.

2 Sept, 2024

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

Great place, close to downtown

Clean house, pretty quiet neighborhood, easy to get downtown. The house is a mix of old and new--very cute. It was a perfect basecamp for exploring Rapid City and Keystone and a great place to recharge.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

4 Nov, 2024

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

Perfect

We picked this place being so close to the Monument. Weather was good and we enjoyed sitting in the back patio. Everything you could ask for in a VRBO and more. Family loved the place.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary and Joy N.

1 Oct, 2024

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

My blue Haven- great place

Really enjoyed this property as it was centrally located to all the attractions that we wanted to visit. Our host went beyond expectations in taking care of us. Home was very quiet, clean and well stocked with all those small items that you may have forgot to bring.defi

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

21 Jul, 2025

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

Clean and friendly! We couldn't have asked for a better place. The house came with an exceptionally well stocked kitchen, bathrooms had extra sundries if any where forgotten, games for the whole family and even a nice welcome basket. The house was spotless, wonderfully decorated with plenty of room to unwind after a long day. The host was very responsive when a question needed to be asked.\We were able to walk to the Monument for our concert. The house is located in what we felt was a safe neighborhood and never felt safe with our belonging and vehicles at night. We would defiantly stay here again if the occasion arises!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Carmen Richmond

I have lived in Rapid City for over 20 years. My husband and I enjoy hiking, climbing, backpacking, cross country skiing, snow shoeing, ice fishing and camping in the Black Hills. We love being able to share our knowledge and passion of the area with our guests!

Why they chose this property

Blue Haven was our first home lovingly restored with the intent of providing a home for our family and friends when they come to the area. We love the easy access to I-90 and Mt Rushmore Rd. The convenience to walk a couple of blocks to attend events at the Monument or go downtown was another plus in our decision.

What makes this property unique

Blue Haven is a gem of a classic limestone bungalow home with beautiful and unique exterior and an abundance of natural light through the huge picture windows on the east and south side of the home. The surrounding hedge and fence create privacy with a large yard perfect for grilling out or playing games.