Granite Gulch Cabin: Mt. Rushmore Gateway Retreat

Ideally located between Keystone, Hill City, Rockerville, and Rapid City, Hillside Country Cabins offer a perfect home base for discovering the beauty of the Black Hills. Spend your days exploring nearby attractions, then unwind in a peaceful, scenic retreat surrounded by nature.

Granite Gulch Cabin: Mt. Rushmore Gateway Retreat


This inviting private cabin is well-suited for families or small groups, featuring two bedrooms with queen beds and a Pack ’n Play for added convenience. Inside, you’ll find a full bathroom and a well-equipped kitchen designed to make your stay easy and relaxing. Outdoors, enjoy comfortable seating, a charcoal grill, shared games, and access to a community fire pit. Surrounded by peaceful scenery and frequent wildlife sightings, the cabin offers a memorable Black Hills retreat.

*35 mins to Custer State Park
*15 mins to Mount Rushmore National Memorial
*20 mins to Crazy Horse Memorial
*40 mins to Sylvan Lake
*15 mins to Needles Highway
*40 mins to Jewel Cave National Monument
*45 mins to Wind Cave National Park
*1 hr 15 mins to Badlands National Park
*45 mins to Black Elk Peak
*1 hr to Mammoth Site of Hot Springs

Wi-Fi
Charcoal Grill
TV in the living room
Fully equipped kitchen
Dining area
Coffee machine and coffee grinder with complimentary local coffee beans
Premium 100% cotton sheets and luxurious bath towels
Air conditioning and heating
Free on-site parking
Community outdoor fire pit
Community outdoor games

Accommodation:
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Additional Sleeping: Pack `n Play

Outdoor Living:
Relax in a welcoming outdoor living space featuring comfortable table and chair seating and a charcoal grill, along with access to shared games and a community fire pit. Wander along peaceful pathways, take in scenic views, and unwind in the quiet beauty of the surroundings.

Indoor Living:
The cabin offers modern comforts including Wi-Fi, a TV, and a comfortable sofa, perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure. Two bedrooms with queen beds provide restful accommodations. Gather around the dining table for meals or quality time, or enjoy family fun with the provided board games. A full bathroom with a shower ensures a comfortable and convenient stay.

Fully Equipped Kitchen:
The kitchen is fully stocked with cups, bowls, plates, mugs, and silverware, along with pots, pans, and cooking utensils. It features an induction stovetop, microwave, and fridge. A coffee machine with complimentary coffee adds extra convenience to your stay.

Other Amenities:
The cabin is equipped with a hair dryer, air conditioning, and heating to ensure a comfortable stay. You`ll enjoy the luxury of premium 100% cotton sheets, soft and thick bath towels, and complimentary toiletries. Upon arrival, we provide 3 rolls of toilet paper, 1 roll of paper towels, and a set of shampoo, conditioner, and a bar of soap.

**Please note that we do not offer mid-stay amenities or replenishments. These complimentary supplies are intended to cover shorter stays or help you settle in on your first day and are not designed to last for the entire duration of longer stays. We recommend bringing any additional items you may need for your stay.**

Pet Policy: (Please reach out to us to confirm if your pets are allowed)
-Dogs are welcome, except for puppies (less than 1 year old) and the following breeds: German Shepherd, Australian Shepherd, Belgian Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd, and ALL OTHER Shepherd breeds, as well as Pit Bulls, Border Collies, Huskies, Akitas, Alaskan Malamutes, Great Pyrenees, Bernese Mountain Dogs, and similar breeds or their related types.
-Cats are not permitted.
-Pets must weigh no more than 55lbs. (Approval will still be determined based on the breed`s typical weight range)
-A pet fee of $150 PER PET is required for a maximum of two pets.

Wi-Fi:
While our cabin`s rural location may present a different Wi-Fi experience compared to urban settings, we`ve taken steps to enhance connectivity. We`ve upgraded the property with fiber optic cable and installed signal amplifiers to boost the Wi-Fi signal. Despite being in a rural area, we`ve invested in top-notch Wi-Fi infrastructure to provide the best possible connectivity experience.

Parking:
Free parking on premises with designated areas for each cabin.

Practical Information:
4x4 is recommended or required during winter months.

Quiet Hours:
Quiet hours are observed from 10 PM to 7 AM to ensure a peaceful environment for all our guests. We kindly ask that you keep noise to a minimum during this time.

Cleanliness:
Hillside Country Cabins team’s commitment to cleanliness is unwavering. Between each guest, we meticulously mop floors, vacuum carpets, scrub kitchen and bathroom surfaces, replace shower liners, launder all bedding, bleach sheets and towels, and ensure everything is in its place before new guests arrive.

Get in Touch:
Don`t hesitate to reach out to us whenever you need assistance. Please note that maintenance, except for emergencies, will be handled during regular business hours (8 a.m.–5 p.m.). We`re excited to welcome you to Rapid City and the surrounding area, ensuring a memorable stay at Hillside Country Cabins!

**Please note that this property is not ADA-compliant and does not include handrails or other accessibility features.**
Additional Rules

1. If issues arise during your stay, you`ll have to communicate promptly with us. Good communication between us (the host) and the guest is important for successful stays. You should respond to us (the hosts) within 24 hours when we are reaching out to resolve an issue.

2. It is a `must` to read the entire listing description and the house rules of our property. If, in this case, you DO NOT read over our listing description or house rules and are not comfortable with something that is clearly stated, we will uphold our cancellation policies.

3. No unregistered guests/visitors unless pre approved.

4. Please keep noise to a minimum after 10PM and always be respectful of the neighbors and other tenants in the building.

5. No parties or events unless previously organized in writing with the host. If there’s evidence of a party or event, there’ll be an additional charge of $200.

6. Pet Policy
6.1 We don`t allow cats, puppies (less than 1 year old) and the following breeds: Shepherd breeds, Pit Bulls, Border Collies, Huskies, Akita, Alaskan Malamute, Great Pyrenees, Bernese Mountain Dog. If any of these dog breeds is brought to the property and we find out then that will result in immediate eviction with no refund.
6.2 A pet fee is required. Please message us to let us know so that we can send a request for the deposit.
6.3 DOGS MUST BE ON A LEASH
6.4 Please clean up after your dog (pick up your dog`s poop)
6.5 No pets allowed on furniture or beds.

7. Follow state laws when using the fire pit. Please make sure not to leave fires unattended.

8. For noise complaints:
8.1 If we receive any noise complaints from neighbors a security guard will be called out to the property at a cost of $85 to guests for the first call out.
8.2. If security is called a second time during your stay, you will be charged a $250 fee and be removed from the premises with no refund of your stay.

9. Please be mindful of neighboring personal property such as swing sets. Do not let children play on or use this without prior written permission.

10. No smoking anywhere in this house. If we find evidence of smoking anywhere in the house you will be charged $250 for extra cleaning.

11. During the winter season, Guests are expressly prohibited from walking on the ice covering the pond, as this poses a significant safety hazard due to the potential for the ice to break. Additionally, swimming in the pond is strictly forbidden. The property owners shall not bear any liability for injuries or damages resulting from engaging in these prohibited activities.

Follow all check-out procedures:
- Check-out is at 10 AM (unless otherwise agreed upon).
- Wash dishes, and please put them on the drying rack before leaving.
- Place all towels and wash rags on the bathroom floor.
- Remove all trash from the cabin, including any food and condiments in the refrigerator. To dispose of your trash, please use the green dumpster that is conveniently located near the cabin, in close proximity to the pond.

Note:
* Up to $200 extra cleaning fee may be charged if home is left unreasonably dirty and requires more work than usual to clean (for example: mud on the couches). All damages will also be charged to guests.

* Check out time is scheduled for 10:00 am on the day of departure unless previously agreed with the host. If the guest is more than 90 minutes late, the guest will be charged $100.

* Any costs incurred by the host as a result of a late check out will be passed on to you.