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'Hakuna Matata Cabin' - 11 Mi to Mt Rushmore!

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A living room with a leather sofa, a fireplace, and large windows.
A patio with a grill, outdoor seating, and a view of a lodge in a snowy landscape.
A modern living room with a brown leather sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a gray carpet.
A living room with a leather sofa, a fireplace, a TV, and a dining area with wooden furniture.
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden ceiling.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
This cabin includes a hot tub for relaxation after a day of adventure. It accommodates 8 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Enjoy mountain views from the yard and patio while exploring nearby motorboating activities. Visit Prairie Berry Winery and Naked Winery for local attractions. The stay is pet-friendly.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, Naked Winery
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Sheridan Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sheridan Lake South
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Great Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

'Hakuna Matata Cabin' - 11 Mi to Mt Rushmore!

Nestled in Black Hills National Forest, this 3-bed, 2-bath cabin is the ideal family getaway. Nearby attractions like Storybook Island, Dinosaur Park, and lakes will please the kids, while parents will love the proximity to Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial. Enjoy hiking and rock climbing each summer. During the winter, the location is great for hunting and ice fishing or visiting the winter recreation areas to cruise the crisp ski slopes or the 350 miles of manicured snowmobile trails.

-- THE PROPERTY --

1,250 Sq Ft | Large Yard | Free WiFi | Pet Friendly w/ Fee (2 Max) | Garage Parking

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Great Room: Sleeper Sofa (Best Suited for Children)

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private hot tub, outdoor dining area, gas grill
INDOOR LIVING: Open layout, fireplace, cable TV, dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, breakfast bar, stainless steel appliances, coffee maker, dishware & flatware, cooking basics
GENERAL: Free WiFi, air conditioning, central heating, ceiling fans, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, laundry machines, hairdryer, Pack N Play, lockbox with key
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Garage (1 vehicle), driveway (3 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Mount Rushmore National Memorial (11.1 miles), Crazy Horse Memorial (14.2 miles), Reptile Gardens (16.5 miles), South Dakota Air and Space Museum (34.7 miles)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Black Hills National Forest (surrounding), Black Elk Peak Trailhead (13.9 miles), Custer State Park Visitor Center (24.7 miles), Sheridan Land (4.5 miles), Pactola Lake (9.9 miles), Wind Cave National Park (35.9 miles), Petrified Forest of the Black Hills (38.3 miles), Badlands National Park (83.9 miles),
FAMILY FUN: Storybook Island (23.2 miles), Dinosaur Park (23.2 miles), Watiki Indoor Waterpark Resort (27.5 miles)
WINTER RECREATION: Deer Mountain Ski Resort (38.5 miles), Terry Peak Ski Area (43.8 miles)
AIRPORT: Rapid City Regional Airport (31.7 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 2 allowed)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The sleeper sofa is best suited for children

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9321814
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Rapid City

Rapid 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Museum @ Black Hills Institute and 1880 Train. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Naked Winery - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Stone Faces Winery - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Sheridan Lake - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Sheridan Lake South - 4 min drive - 4.9 km
  • 1880 Train - 6 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grapes and Grinds - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chute Rooster Sports Bar & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Caboose Coffee - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Hakuna Matata Cabin' - 11 Mi to Mt Rushmore! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Hakuna Matata Cabin' - 11 Mi to Mt Rushmore!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Hakuna Matata Cabin' - 11 Mi to Mt Rushmore!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Hakuna Matata Cabin' - 11 Mi to Mt Rushmore! located?

This family-friendly Rapid City cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Naked Winery, Stone Faces Winery and Sheridan Lake. Sheridan Lake South is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Great place to stay!

We really enjoyed our stay! Rooms are spacious and everything was very clean. Our toddler loved the little table and chairs with crayons and coloring books. The hot tub was so nice to relax in after a long day. Blanche is a great host, very helpful and quick to respond! Would definitely stay again!
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is nicer than the pictures show. It’s in a very beautiful setting. We stayed 6 days and 5 nights with 5 adults and 2 small children. The only thing I would recommend is bringing your own plastic wrap or left over containers. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed for 5 nights and the house was very clean and in a great location. The host was very responsive. The use of the garage was a bonus
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

The house was comfortable, clean and a great location. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Had a wonderful stay. Cannot complain. The property was supplied with minimum supplies. Couch was very uncomfortable (it is not the couch you see on the photos)but didn’t bother us much as we were out sightseeing. Other than that it is a beautiful place and location is great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay!

Everything was excellent with our stay! Great property in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property in a central location
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was very well stocked and was great home base for our family to see several different places.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place to stay!

This was absolutely gorgeous place to stay right in the middle of all the sites around Keystone and Hill city. Quiet area and the house was perfect for our family, they even had a little coloring area for our little! Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Centrally located to all of the great tourist spots House was quiet, clean and nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I were vacationing with our daughter and son in law. Hakuna Matata was well stocked with everything we needed. We were able to cook meals and even used the barbecue one nightto cook out. The patio is set up for eating outside. The view is beautiful and it was a such a nice night. Communication with the host was very easy. She was proactive and reached out to me before check in and check out. We really enjoyed our stay at Hakuna Matata.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great location!

Great location just outside Hill City. Close to Custer State Park and hiking trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fun getaway!

Very nice location, property was very clean, would definetely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Getaway.

Very nice, great location, fantastic communication. Had a great time during our four night stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an excellent place to stay. Beds, and pillows were fantastic! Easy to get places and a quiet neighborhood. The master bathroom was to die for. I would stay there again if we come this way again. Loved how helpful the owner was.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Black Hills Stay

Perfect location and set up for us to enjoy the Black Hills!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Charming stay, great location!

We enjoyed our stay at Hakuna Matata! It was a great location, convenient to everything we wanted to do. Beds were comfy, plenty of blankets, cozy and charming house! Would stay there again! Enjoyed the hot tub after our long days!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Everything was so clean and comfortable. We had a great time. Very good location. Communication was excellent with the hostess..
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Getaway to see Black Hills, Needles Highway, Badlands Custer State Park

Very clean, nicely decorated and comfortable place to stay. Would Recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great Black Hills location

Very nice accommodations in a quiet setting that is perfectly located near more attractions than we could visit in a week. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

This cabin was a perfect getaway with a couple of our friends and our families. Our host was wonderful and made our checkin process very easy. We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Nice, clean property. Nice location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

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