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New Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths - 15 min. to Mt. Rushmore

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 10152 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

New Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths - 15 min. to Mt. Rushmore

Welcome to the Happy Trails Lodge! You will enjoy a newer 4 bedroom, 2 bath cabin with views of the hills, pine trees and pasture, centrally located at the Three Forks, intersection of Hwy 385 & Hwy 16. From here, you will have easy access to all the central hills attractions, including Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, Sheridan Lake, Pactola Reservoir, Hill City, Keystone and the Black Hills National Forest. With such easy access to everything, you will be able to relax more, drive less, and enjoy the beautiful views right from the deck. The home features modern interior finishes, custom woodwork, creative lighting accents, 3 queen beds and one King size. There is also a queen size sleeper sofa, and a twin sleeper sofa in the living room for your extra guests. Each bedroom is equipped with a TV, bedside lamps, an overhead fan, a large closet with hangers and shelves, extra air mattresses and bedding. The house is stocked with towels, shampoo, conditioner, soap, hair dryer, toilet paper, paper towels, 12 cup coffee maker, dishes, dish soap, utensils, crock pot, iron, bed sheets, pillows, extra blankets, quilts and pillows for extra beds, also a propane gas grill and outdoor furniture. We hope your stay is comfortable and relaxing. This is your time, so enjoy your vacation in the Black Hills!

Property manager

Yvonne Starostecka

Languages

English, Polish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,640 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Rapid City, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. 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. Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Prairie Berry Winery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Naked Winery - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • 1880 Train - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 16 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 20 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Mangiamo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Boss' Pizza & Chicken - ‬11 min drive
  • Alpine Inn
  • ‪Silver Dollar Saloon - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is New Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths - 15 min. to Mt. Rushmore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at New Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths - 15 min. to Mt. Rushmore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at New Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths - 15 min. to Mt. Rushmore?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is New Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths - 15 min. to Mt. Rushmore located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Prairie Berry Winery and within 3 miles (5 km) of Naked Winery and Stone Faces Winery. Sheridan Lake and Sheridan Lake South are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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New Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths - 15 min. to Mt. Rushmore Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 230 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

theresa h., United States

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

Great Vacation Home

Was a great location to experience the Black Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

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

Rally

Great place. Quiet. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott and Karen H.

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

Great Home Base for Black Hills

This is our second stay at this property. The house is comfortable, nicely decorated, clean and well stocked. It is in a very convenient location to see the area. I highly recommend this beautiful house.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Mt. Rushmore Trip

We loved this place! Plenty of room for our group, great location near many key attractions, and beautiful scenery! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

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

Perfect

Beautiful place in an even more beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerome T.

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

Great Cabin Centrally Located

Great property close to everything in the Black Hills.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

May 2024 Road Trip

The house was great!! Very comfortable and it is a convenient location to Mt Rushmore and other parks. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy L.

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

Beautiful Stay!

We couldn't have asked for a more wonderful stay! The house is well maintained and very clean. The location is perfect and centrally located for everything we wanted to see and do. Yvonne was extremely helpful throughout the booking process and very quick to respond during our stay. We would book again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Great place to stay!!

Very nice! The house was clean, fully stocked with everything you need and comfy beds! (TV's in every room a definite bonus) Love the decor and the little details. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

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

Weekend

Yvonne is wonderfully responsive and has a beautiful home. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Bachelorette weekend

Beautiful house! Great location! Definitely will look into staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

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

Perfect Stay for Family Vacation

Layout was great for two families. The home was exceptionally clean. Beds were very comfortable. Location was great. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric M.

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

Review

Great property. A little bit of a drive from Rapid which was our fault but overall great home!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rilee K.

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

Perfect for Family Trip

The house was exactly what we needed for a trip for a family wedding. We loved the four bedroom setup and big kitchen / dining area. Bonus that it was walking distance to the wedding venue, and also other cabins/campsites where we had family and friends staying. Beautiful views too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sue H.

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

stay

Love the layout of the house, location and ammenities.Forgot some food in frig. Sorry.Hate the king mattress. Need a new coffee maker, takes almost an hour for a pot.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Brian P.

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

Great House

The house was specacular inside. Very clean and a great plays to stay. I would definitely return and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy F.

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

Black Hills Wedding Weekend

We booked this cabin for a wedding weekend at Diamond Spur, and it was an ideal choice. The location is incredibly convenient—just a short walk to the venue and directly across from the Diamond Spur Lodge. With four bedrooms, the cabin comfortably sleeps 8, though the two bathrooms are a bit tight, making it challenging for a larger group to get ready at once. The kitchen and dining area are spacious, offering seating for 12-14, and the open layout flows into the living area, which seats 4. The front and back decks provide plenty of additional seating and outdoor space. The kitchen and bathrooms were well-stocked with all the essentials. We did have a bit of trouble adjusting the thermostat, which led to a chilly first night and a warmer third night, thanks to the fluctuating Black Hills temperatures. Overall, the cabin is perfectly located for anyone attending an event at the venue or exploring the area. The neighborhood is also lovely and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather L., Crawfordville, Florida

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

Home was super cute and location was great to sightseeing.

Thanks so much for providing such a warm and wonderful place to stay while in Rapid City. The location is incredibly convenient to all areas we visited. Huge compliment of having more than enough towels for each guest. Thank you so much for offering your home as a vacation rental
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Familytrip

Awesome! Beautiful house and area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H., Mesa

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

Beautiful home

This home had everything we could ask for. Beautiful setting and close to so many activities. We will definitely stay here again if we visit the area again. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

Fantastic house, very clean, well stocked and welcoming!

We truly enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend this house. Many thanks to the owners who clearly thought through everything to ensure their guests have everything they need. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay in this beautiful part of the country!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

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

Convenient

Convenient location to all main attractions. Clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Cozy home with great view

We stayed for a family vacation with 6 adults and a 1 yr. old. The house is very well decorated and had absolutely everything we needed. The location is centrally located in the Hills and was relatively close to all the sights we wanted to see. We especially enjoyed being so close to Hill City and all it has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

Return stay

Happy Trails Lodge is amazing! It is conveniently located to all of the Black Hills & attractions. It is beautifully appointed with everything you could possibly need & very clean & maintained very well. We have stayed at this property 3 times as it perfectly meets our needs with 4 bedrooms & 2 baths. The hosts are very easy to work with & respond quickly to any questions. We plan to return for future stays!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Highly recommend

Great home in a central location. Very good parking for our off roading trailer. Nice neighborhood with lots of room between neighbors.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

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