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Reviews of The Hynes Cabin- 1925 Renovated Classic with Stunning Views

The Hynes Cabin- 1925 Renovated Classic with Stunning Views
Hill City, SD

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin Out West
We enjoyed our stay at this cabin! The owner was easy to communicate with. The kitchen had everything we needed and we enjoyed eating dinners on the porch overlooking a beautiful view (the large septic ponds didn’t bother us too much, no smells). The porch area does get a little windy at times and cold at night but our girls loved the electric blankets and said the porch was cozy and fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vintage cabin
The cabin was amazing. We had perfect weather for utilizing the sleeping porch with plenty of blankets available for warmth. We love sleeping in a cold room and this was great. Nice touches of family memorabilia the made you feel at home We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angie H., Franklin, WI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
South Dakota Serenity
Our family absolutely loved our stay at the Hynes family cabin! The views, wildlife, and cabin amenities made for the perfect escape from reality and an experience we’ll never forget.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for family and location
Great place for families amazing location to all sights! No AC on the super hot day but we went down to the pool to cool off!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy G., Eudora, KS

Liked: Cleanliness
A hidden gem!!
We took my elderly in-laws and our kids but scheduled it without realizing in advance it was Sturgis week. I checked in at the KOA office to let them know we were going to be at the cabin, but the desk clerk said we didn’t need to check in with them but we’d have to pay to use the pool or rec areas. The owner sent great instructions on how to access the cabin, but I still had to ask for help before I found the obvious sign out front. Oops! The cabin was huge, spacious, clean, and comfortable. Yes, the KOA retention ponds are in view, but have no odor to the cabin and geese, deer, and horses are all frequent visitors around the ponds. Mountain views are a tip of your head upwards! The attached KOA is busy and can be loud, but we did take advantage of their dining facilities and ice cream shop when we couldn’t get in anywhere else due to bike traffic. The beds were comfortable and the extra blankets came in handy for chillier mornings. The kitchen and coffee pot were a blessing! We used the dvd player to unwind with the kids. The kids loved climbing the large rocks and seeing the chipmunks run up the exterior of the fireplace. The cabin was tucked far enough away from the campground that the only real noise was nature and the horses being rounded up, which we enjoyed seeing. We did take the scenic Palmer Gulch Road out the back of the campground to avoid all the foot traffic, and loved the pretty views and winding road into Hill City. We wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emilyn E., Sisseton, SD

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation 2023
We had fun staying at Hynes cabin. You can see the Harney Peak/ Black Elk peak in the deck. You can even hear the 1880 train. We did horseback riding and rode the banana bike—tons of things to do around black hills. I recommend this place specially if you have a small kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay as usual
Absolutely love this place and so nice to be back after quite a few years. Thanks again for sharing your home in the Hills.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Place!
Very cool cabin in an incredible location. We loved the KOA amenities, the convenient location, and the cabin had everything we needed. We've told all of our friends and family about the place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hynes Cabin
The cabin was very clean and stocked with all the items needed and even some things that you wouldn’t think of. We enjoyed the remote location but also being close to things to see and do in the Black Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Travis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Cabin!
The cabin is rustic and charming - exactly the experience we were looking to give our kids for their first road trip out west. We found that the cabin was well stocked with everything we needed to enjoy our stay. We cooked all of our breakfasts and dinners there and found the kitchen well appointed - I loved the cast iron pans! My wife and kids are really into horses and we loved watching the horses run in/out each evening and morning. The location is great - close proximity to all the sites we wanted to see, and great to be able to use all the campground amenities. Even though the campground seemed busy, when at the cabin it felt pretty private. My wife and I were super happy with our decision to stay here and would definitely stay again if we make a return trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

maureen s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little cabin
Beautiful location, cozy cabin, and an amazing view!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rose R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking
We wanted a place that was close to trailheads for hiking and the cabin was a perfect location. Beautiful spot to sit out and watch the sunrise and sunset. Kids loved watching the horses and being able to see Black Elk in the distance. Great memories!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Dawn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
The cabin was by all the major location. But the amenities like the grill was old and dirty. Big problem with flies on the porch. Was suppose to be able to watch DVD on the TV but didn't work. After 3 days back and forth with Kimberly just gave up. KOA work trucks driving back and forth 30 to 50 times a day on dirt road behind cabin going over metal plateform which made a loud noise everytime. No weclome basket for the amount of money we spent to stay for a week standards were just below my expectations. Most likely without some kind of discount won't be going back. Oh and the fireplace just electric not a real wood burning fireplace.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2023
The Hynes cabin has consistently had 4 and 5 star reviews in the 12 years we’ve rented it. No one else has complained about the maintenance vehicles, which are part of the KOA’s ability to offer so many amenities. The grill and DVD player have been replaced. As the cabin description says, we have an electric fireplace insert for wildfire safety. We very much look forward to meeting our guests this summer. Sincerely, Arthur Hynes

10/10 Excellent

Sarah a., Milwaukee

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
There are so many great aspects to this cabin: the location in central Black Hills, the historic nature of the cabin, the sleeping porch, seeing the horses run each morning. Ample bathing towels and the kitchen was well equipped for cooking meals. While we have two kids, we didn't use the KOA facilities, but I imagine some may like that. The cabin is on KOA property, but the cabin was separate enough for us. We certainly could see and hear the campers, but we felt we had plenty of space and privacy. It was nice to have a place for ice cream close, place to get firewood and ice.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Genevieve

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved the cabin and its location. Also, rich history. The horses running past the cabin twice daily was a treat. The cabin was very well stocked with pretty much everything we needed. If I had to make any improvements it would be that there was no cord to hook the router for the tv and the grilll also did not work. So wouldn't count on those two items as amenities. Overall great place and I would go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
An experience to remember
The cabin itself was beautiful! For sure something we will always remember. There was plenty of space for our family of 6. Sleeping in the screened in porch was great! Of course watching and hearing the horses being rounded up each morning was a favorite for everyone! I do have a few negatives though. First, no cell service or WiFi. If you go up to the KOA main building you get some Wi-Fi, but it's slow. This made it a little difficult for planning our next day's adventures. 2nd negative is the heat. We were there mid August and it got hot in the cabin! Pretty much couldn't spend time in the cabin during the day.. which really wasn't bad. We would typically come back in the evening, tired and hot, so we would hit the pool. It really was great that we could use all of the amenities at the KOA! Generally took until 9pm or so until the cabin cooled down. Definitely too hot to cook meals. We had planned on grilling lots, but the grill was so rusted and old it didn't work (3rd negative). The owner was very responsive when we let them know about the grill, and brought out a (very) small charcoal grill to use instead. All in all, pretty awesome place!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience - perfect location!
Spent 3 days in this rustic (in the best way possible: sleeping porch, quilts, wicker, etc.) cabin on the tail-end of our CO/WY/SD trip with our daughter and 4 grandkids. Perfect location - the area is packed with amazing places to explore. When we’d return late afternoon each day from “tourist-ing”, the kids would enjoy the KOA activities until dark. Then all would sleep contentedly in the cool, fresh air. A great, memorable trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave Z., Wauwatosa, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cabin with a Beautiful View
The cabin was very clean and the kids loved climbing on the rocks. The view is beautiful and the porch was great for playing games and relaxing after a long day of hiking and adventuring. The kitchen had everything we needed and plenty of towels for the pool and bathing. My only complaint is that there is a service road right behind the cabin that leads to the KOA maintenance shed. Once the horses use the road to get to the stable there is nothing but noise from UTVs, trucks, large maintenance vehicles, etc. going back and forth. Not bad if you're a morning person and get up at 630AM everyday, but if you want to sleep in you won't be able to.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanya B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable
It isn’t as secluded as the photos make it appear (my daughter was excited to be fully private) there are cabins very near you and RVs, although it’s a bit off the beaten path. This actually ended up being a good thing, because the KOA campground has wonderful amenities that are safe, clean, and numerous. Instead of being in the middle of nowhere like we imagined, we were on the outskirts of this lively campground which we ended up loving. The cabin itself is adorable and just how it is shown. Actually bigger than it looks in photos, The entire back of the cabin is just screens, you cannot shut the windows. They offer heated blankets in case it gets cold but the one thing my husband had a little bit of an issue with was the horses and camping near us created random sounds through the whole night and there is no getting away from it. Next time I will just bring him some earplugs :) but just in case someone reading this is also sensitive to sound. In all it’s a wonderful property and we will definitely try to make it back! The KOA campground was walkable and right around the corner. The guided horse trails were fully booked, so if that interests you go check in right when you arrive so you don’t miss it. It’s also $60/hr per person, not including tipping the wrangler. We were able to get the last two spots and it was a wonderful experience. Ps I LOVE the curtains and floral bowls. So cute. :) very clean, even in the rafters. Can’t really beat this property, if you have kids, this is a total gem.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property
We really enjoyed our time here. The cabin and porch were amazing. Our family with young children had a lot of fun here
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family spot!
Beautiful cabin with all the amenities to make you feel right at home! We really enjoyed the kitchen and cooked most of our meals at the cabin. Great views and the cabin allowed for our three daughters to have an area of their own. Enjoyed access to the KOA pool as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unplug and Unwind
It was the perfect place to forget about our worries and de-stress. Seclusion at the cabin, fun at the resort, and so much breath-taking beauty for miles all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annika C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
This place was absolutely amazing! We thoroughly enjoyed the spectacular views from the screen porch and watching the horses go in and out each day. This place is truly charming and in a great location! It was a nice to have a private setting located next to all the KOA amenities and nearby attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
The cabin was incredible and the views were amazing. It can be a little cold sleeping on the porch but it's worth it for the views! Plus there are space heaters and heated blankets available. The availability of stuff at the KOA (putt-putt, swimming, playground) was a nice added bonus. We would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

kimberly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Priceless Memories!!
We stayed at The Haynes cabin for a family reunion and we thoroughly loved every minute!! Our other family members stayed at the cabins in the KOA but I booked They Hynes cabin as a bucket list love!! Always wanting to stay their!! Simply amazing!! The pictures don’t do it justice!! The views, the ambiance all just stunning!! The cabin was well stocked with everything you could possible need, a gas grill, crock pot, dishes cooking supplies and even some spices and condiments!! The scenery is amazing!! My grandsons loved the horses every morning and evening…. They were all Douglas!!! The beds were comfortable and we were plenty warm on chilly nights!! The KOA emmenities were included and again my grandsons loved the splash pad, heated pool, new playground and mini golf!! We rented a golf cart for 2 days and that was also helpful in the fact that our Hynes cabin was at one end of the campground and our other family members were in cabin3, opposite ends!! We loved everything about this cabin and we can’t wait to return!! Thanks so much for allowing us to create such priceless memories!!❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience
We loved staying in the cabin. Great location close to Mount Rushmore. We enjoyed the KOA activities. The trail rides were a favorite of the kids. I liked waking up to hearing the horses running past the cabin!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lived up to expectations
This made my stay in South Dakota one of my top trips of a lifetime. Thank you for opening your family cabin to our family!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Joey S., Elsmere, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Was glad to experience the Hynes Cabin
First, I will say Kimberly is great with her communication and that we had such a wonderful trip to SD. We really loved the views, the close proximity to monuments and hiking, the wildlife, and the fire pit, however, we probably wouldn’t stay again. The experience was worth it, but the cabin lacks cell service and wifi, and the collection of DVDs totals about 10 (most of which are outdated). If you planned to stay in for a night, as adults, there just isn’t a lot to keep you occupied (let alone kids once you get through the games available). The twin beds on the sleeping porch needed to be replaced many years ago. The cabin itself is adorable, rustic, and steeped in family history. We loved putting our paper plate on the wall, and seeing grandmas dish ware. I have zero regrets about staying here for our trip, but would probably be more inclined to stay elsewhere next time.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views in Rustic Cabin
This property is so unique, I don't even know where to begin. It has been standing for almost 100 year, overlooking a valley and onto the granite outcrops beyond. The screen porch is massive, offering views second to none. We were never cold during our stay, as the blinds could be rolled down to trap heatr, with the addition of space heaters and PLENTY extra blankets (heated and normal) ensured comfortable night's sleep. Another unique aspect to the property was its proximity to the KOA. We found it very helpful to have local knowledge and resources nearby if we needed a quick pizza, some firewood, or advice for things to check out. Honestly would love to get another chance to return to this place--to step out of the fast lane of everyday life--and relax in the majesty of the Black Hills
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Stephanie d., Alvin, Texas United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cabin but...
It was a nice, clean, quaint cabin. Unfortunately, there was a mix-up with booking. The owner was gracious enough to get us a cabin a the KOA just a few yards away. However, we did have to miss half a day of our vacation to check out and check in. I would have appreciated a bit of a discount due to the error and missing half a day of our vacation time. Not a whole lot of privacy but if it's not needed, it's a fun little place with beautiful scenery.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
a true delight
We gathered to celebrate a milestone birthday and the surroundings could not have been more perfect! A fantastic view, room for games, well supplied kitchen, and we even enjoyed the fire pit. A great home base for our day trips. We did need the wifi when a hailstorm rattled our cage but we survived and the memories will be sweet stories we tell forever!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B., Luck

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming property
We loved our stay at the Hynes family cabin. The location was centrally located. We stocked up on groceries in Hill City, which is only a 13 minute drive. Our three kids thought the horses were so cool, and they loved the bathtub on the porch, the KOA's pool, mini golf, jumpy pillow and waterslide. If you need internet, you'll have to drive up to the main KOA lodge for WiFi. Cabin was so clean. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

TOM M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
I have never seen a place where every review was a 5 star until now. Now I understand why. This place has amazing views! It was very clean. Kinda in the center of everything you can do in the hills. We would definitely come back here!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful for family!
Great stay! Very well fitted for our family of six. Kids all had a place to sleep comfortably and loved the sleeping porch! Lots of available games for the kids as well. Great location! Would defiantly stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Getaway
This was the third time we have stayed here. Love the view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charlie & Sara S., Sioux Falls SD

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this gem
Great cabin in heart of the hills!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation spot
We loved the screened in porch, and felt like we were outside even while inside. We enjoyed having horses nearby, and felt like we were part of the ranch experience when the horses were being gathered every morning. The cabin itself was spacious and had so much history, and really liked the book left in the cabin detailing the background. We were able to get the feel of going back in time, while still enjoying modern comforts. We loved being unplugged and didn't need wifi service in the cabin. We can't wait to go back. It was our best vacation and we can't wait to go back!! Thank you, the Slaters
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Character in South Dakota
This cabin gave a nice impression of being in South Dakota. It was comfortable, historic, with beautiful views of the black hills. The sleeping porch gave an original feel and watching the horses come and go each day was quite a view. 5 kids age 10 - 13 were thrilled with the setting, arrangements and KOA Fun Zone. The centralized location made it easy to access parks, monuments and towns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location to see the Mt. Rushmore / Crazy Horse area
Really enjoyed this excellent KOA property and the horses.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Morgan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
South Dakota Vacation
Our family loved this location and the use of the KOA. My 7 and 5 year old especially appreciated the pool and putt-putt golf course. Their favorite part was watching the horses. My youngest made us set an alarm so we wouldn't miss them in the morning. FYI- they come in around 6:15 am and 6:15 pm. The yellow water was a bit of a shock but appreciated the jug of drinkable water in the fridge. The cabin was a great location especially since we brought our side-by-side utv with us. It would have been helpful if the driveway was a full circle drive. Turning our full-size Expedition and large trailer around in the space was a bit tight, but we made it work. The beds were comfortable and there was plenty of pillows. We never turned the tv on or used the equipment, so I have no idea if they worked. Our kids loved climbing on the rocks in the yard and watching the horses. Overall, great place for our family of 4. Great location for getting to Custer and Mount Rushmore.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Retreat
The cabin was in a beautiful setting and had everything we needed. The kids loved being able to go to the KOA playground. The location to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park was also wonderful. Watching the horses come in the evening charging through the field was definitely a highlight! Thank you for sharing your place with us :-)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shealee D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A must stay!!
This property was really unique! We loved sleeping out on the porch and seeing the horses and the scenery from the porch! Wouldn’t have wanted to stay any where else!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt C., Fort Collins

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Combo
Ideal location for kids and adults. All necessary amenities included.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun
A great place to stay. Our family of 5 enjoyed watching the deer each evening, didn't see the horses ( i guess they are seasonal) , and sitting by the firepit. We had some cool nights but the sleep porch was awesome!! We used the electric blankets and were very comfy. I loved laying in bed listening to the wind come down the mountain.

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what you would want for a rustic South Dakota experience to remember
We loved the cabin and the area. It was rustic, yet had everything that we needed. It helped to create once in a lifetime memories. No phone, internet or tv, actually proved a good thing and encouraged us to just enjoy time together. The sleeping porch was amazing! Don't be afraid to try it, even if it's cold at night. We saw 30's and 40's overnight and were NEVER cold !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time
We enjoyed our stay at the cabin and would recommend it for couples or families!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Only gets better!
This is our second visit to this cabin and I can't recommend it enough. It was the perfect place to isolate, relax and regenerate. The horses are the highlight. I suggest you call the stable to find out when they are returning each day. We missed a couple of return runs....:( We had some chilly nights on the porch but there were more than enough Hudson blankets to keep us toasty. We could have closed the canvas curtains and brought out the space heaters but we truly enjoyed the 'rustic' experience and we would have missed the stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Black Elk Peak Hike
This was my 5th straight year coming to the Black Hills and the 5th place I've stayed in. Location was great since our objectives this year were to ride the 1880 steam train, visit Mt Rushmore and hike Black Elk Peak. The view of Black Elk Peak from the cabin's screened porch was fantastic. An older, rustic cabin was very clean with many amenities. Even though it was on the KOA property it was last cabin you come to, making it private. Four of the five beds are on the screened porch. Our first night got down to an abnormal low of 18 degrees so that was a little chilly but the other two nights were warmer making for a great place to sleep. No internet or cell phone reception for us which was kind of nice. Definitely recommend this cabin for friends or families,.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

JOHN P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is our second time staying at this property. We loved it both times and will be back again.
Vibró mames renting realistically simple.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mitch L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Location
Very unique cabin with the screened in porch. Our kids loved sleeping out there and waking up each morning to the horses! Cannot beat the location and view!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020