Little Elk Cottage in Vanocker Canyon - Available for Sturgis Rally 2026

As you can see from the photos, this beautiful cottage is a great spot to spend a few days! Our cottage sleeps a maximum of 4 people and our rates begin at $255/night for 1-2 guests. Any additional guests after the first two are charged $25/person/night. Charging more for extra guests is done to cover the additional costs associated with accommodating more people. These costs include extra linens, towels, toiletries and increased wear and tear on the property. In the event of an unplanned cancellation, you will receive a refund if we re-rent the days you have reserved. We recommend travel insurance thru the VRBO check-out process, especially for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in August.


At Little Elk Cottage Near Nemo, we offer you a memorable place to stay during your visit to the Black Hills. *****Check out the video here.***** This peaceful and sophisticated cottage is a one-of-a-kind oasis in the heart of Vanocker Canyon. Our cottage is an ideal destination for your vacation, honeymoon, anniversary, long weekend, or any time you want to get away from it all. We are conveniently located near the small, picturesque town of Nemo with dining at the historic Brandin' Iron Cafe and horseback riding. Wonderland Cave and Dalton Lake (great fishing!) are 15 minutes away. We are within 30 minutes of both Deadwood and Rapid City, centrally located to all Black Hills attractions, both north and south, including Mt. Rushmore, Deadwood, Devil's Tower, Hill City, Custer State Park, Sturgis, Spearfish Canyon, Crazy Horse, and the Badlands. We are approximately 35-40 minutes from Hill City and Mt. Rushmore via the cut across #208 south of Nemo connecting to Hwy. #385, which is the main artery through the Black Hills.


Amenities include the following:
...Fully paved asphalt driveway with Private Entrance
...Fenced and gated 5-acre property that borders Forest Service land
...Small creek with aspens, apple trees and birches
...2 Bedrooms on main floor - Pillowtop Queen Beds
...Leather couch and Loveseat; Persian Rugs
...New 50" LG Television with many satellite channels
...Cell coverage at the top of the hill, less than one mile away. You will also get coverage thru the Wi-Fi. No Land Phone.
...Complimentary Wi-Fi in the Cottage but no streaming
...See 3-minute video here of the cottage interior, as well as the 5 private acres where our cottage is located. You can also find this video on UTube.
...Air conditioned for warmer days
...Fully equipped kitchen with Whirlpool appliances, including dishwasher and new microwave
...All paper products and linens provided
...Washer and Dryer in Cottage for your convenience
...Picnic Table and Gas Grill on outside Patio
...Property is not suitable for weddings, parties or family reunions.
...Fine dining 30 minutes away (Rapid City, Deadwood or Spearfish) as well as several places to eat within about a 15-minute drive. Cafe in Nemo as well.
...Cancellation Policy: If you are within our 60-day cancellation policy, you will receive a refund if we re-rent the days you have reserved. We recommend travel insurance to all of our guests, especially during the Sturgis Rally.
...Please check out our 5-star reviews below.
...Belle Joli' Winery (grapes grown in South Dakota) has a tasting room in Vanocker Canyon about 15 minutes north. Their Sparkling House has an outside patio where you can enjoy appetizers with their red, white and sparkling wine selections, as well as Sunday Brunch.


Our private cottage, sitting on five acres, offers all of the comforts of home, with a small stream meandering through the property and surrounded by beautiful hills, trees and wildlife. After spending your days sightseeing, you will enjoy returning to this tranquil setting and relaxing on the patio or the front porch. Our property was once chosen as part of an Arctic Cat promotional DVD and brochure.


We have a lodging license through the State of South Dakota #3569 and have been listed in the 'Insider's Guide' since 1997.


The scenic ride thru Vanocker Canyon is one of the most beautiful areas in the Black Hills.


Keywords: Cottage, Black Hills, Cabin

Here is a link to a video of our property. You can also search "Little Elk Cottage, Nemo SD" under you tube to see our video. Or, copy and paste this link so that you can see more inside and outside details of our cottage.
(https://youtube.com/watch?v=k0JMLibaFeE)