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West side, Central Hub to Black Hills destinations, 1 acre in city, hills views

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Exterior
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Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Storybook Island
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7

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, Storybook Island
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Dinosaur Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Watiki Water Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

West side, Central Hub to Black Hills destinations, 1 acre in city, hills views

Located in southwest Rapid City, Hillside Homestead is your hub to all Black Hills major destinations;
Mt Rushmore-30 miles
Deadwood-45 miles
Badlands-50 miles
Hot Springs-55 miles
Crazy Horse-45 miles.
Devils Tower, Wyo 90 miles
Downtown Rapid City, Main Street Street square 3 miles
Rapid City Regional Airport 20 miles.

This custom-built homes features an open floor plan, oversized primary suite, and half bath on the main level. Two separate living areas, both with gas fireplaces, walk-out lower level, two bedrooms and full bath, makes this custom home an ideal "home base" for your family's gathering or vacation. Enjoy Black Hills views off the front deck or a family barbecue on the private back deck.
The home also features an oversized heated two car attached garage, with plenty of parking space, added convenience and security for your property.

This property is licensed by the South Dakota Department of Health, registered with the City of Rapid City and has been approved as a Vacation Home property.

We hope you'll consider Hillside Homestead as your home-away-from-home for your special event, exceeding guest expectations is our goal.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Smoking/vaping is not allowed on the decks, patio or within 20 feet of any door or window.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4482008vb
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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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 and a deadlock
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

Rapid City

Rapid City is home to this holiday home. Berlin Wall Exhibit and Black Hills Caverns are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Watiki Water Park and Storybook Island. Travelling with kids? Consider Flags and Wheels Indoor Racing and Dahl Arts Center.
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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Storybook Island - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dinosaur Park - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Main Street Square - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • The Monument Civic Center - 11 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Watiki Water Park - 16 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Perkins American Food Co. - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is West side, Central Hub to Black Hills destinations, 1 acre in city, hills views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at West side, Central Hub to Black Hills destinations, 1 acre in city, hills views?

As of 27 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at West side, Central Hub to Black Hills destinations, 1 acre in city, hills views on 7 Sept, 2026 start from S$530, 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 West side, Central Hub to Black Hills destinations, 1 acre in city, hills views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at West side, Central Hub to Black Hills destinations, 1 acre in city, hills views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at West side, Central Hub to Black Hills destinations, 1 acre in city, hills views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is West side, Central Hub to Black Hills destinations, 1 acre in city, hills views located?

This family-friendly Rapid City holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Storybook Island, US Phs Indian Hospital and Sioux San Hospital. Dinosaur Park and Canyon Lake Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house. Great hosts. We had a wonderful time. Would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Clean, comfortable. Garage was excellent plus to use. Could not have asked for a better location and propertyHighly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by Pam Hansen

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My husband Greg and I are both licensed South Dakota Real Estate agents with Berkshire Hathaway Midwest Realty and have lived in Rapid City since 1979. We have been investing in real estate for 30 years and new to the short term rental industry. We love real estate and take pride in the care and maintenance of every property we own. When we travel, we use VRBO properties often and think it is an excellent way for families to travel together.

Why they chose this property

The home is situated near the top of a hill, with a 180 degree view of the Black Hills.The home was built in 1978, at the edge of town back then. Since then, there was been significant development to the south and what was a quiet 2 lane road is now a 4 lane thoroughfare. Not to worry-our home is 100' off the road.

What makes this property unique

This home was designed, engineered and built by Leonard Swanson, who was the head of the City of Rapid City Engineering and Planning department in the 60's and 70's. His expertise was put to work after the historic Flood of 1972 with much of the redesign of the greenways and residential planning being done under his leadership. The home had stayed in Mr. Swanson's extended family until 2017 when we purchased it.
This hill was known as "water tower hill" before there were homes in this area, as the only water was from a cistern at the top of the hill, no city water at that time. The hill is solid gypsum rock, very common in this area so building on it is a challenge. The view is worth it.
People who travel Sheridan Lake Road know this property, top of hill large deck and beautiful brick front, almost a landmark in Southwest Rapid City.
People use the wide sidewalks in front of our house to walk to Rapid City's premier park, Canyon Lake Park (10 minutes), baseball fields, Storybook Island (5 minutes) or Baken Park for shopping (20 minute walk).
This is a beautiful neighborhood. This home is on 1 acre and our neighbors also have acre+ sized lots, plenty of privacy. The neighbors all take care of their property, making for quality living and quality vacation time. With a 60' deck on the front and and deck in back with another 400 sq ft, the options for outdoor viewing are impressive.
Our guests tell us that the attached garage is a big plus for our property. It has an 18' wide door so easy to park two cars side-by-side without door dings.
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