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Private Country Cottage in the Black Hills

Apartment in Keystone with kitchen and patio

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Welcoming private entrance
Room
Just inside the front door. Sliding glass door opens to private deck!
2 comfy twins in day bed
A perfect spot to stargaze!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 428.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Keystone, SD
  • Place, Rushmore Cave
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Common area 1

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Main room

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

1 bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Country Cottage in the Black Hills

Sunny, cozy country accommodations. Great home base from which to explore the beautiful Black Hills. 307 square feet. Sliding glass doors to private covered deck facing south with a nice view. Motion sensor light out front. Blackout curtains insure a good night's sleep! Includes complete kitchenette for family meals and a private bath. A comfy queen bed and two cushy twins in a day bed that doubles as a sofa during the day. Double wide dresser with plenty of space for two suitcases and drawers for clothing. Gas grill. Good cell reception. Family friendly.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights
Please leave the door unlocked and the keys on the table.
Leave beds that were used unmade.
Please wash your dishes.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No overnight guests that are not a part of the reservation. Please park on gravel only and do not block the driveway or garage door.

Important information

You need to know

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Keystone

Located in Keystone, this apartment is in a rural area. 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 Custer State Park and Mount Rushmore. National Presidential Wax Museum and Rushmore Tramway Adventures 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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Keystone, SD

What's nearby

  • Rushmore Cave - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 16 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 16 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 23 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Front Porch - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Powder House - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Country Cottage in the Black Hills pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Country Cottage in the Black Hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Country Cottage in the Black Hills?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Country Cottage in the Black Hills located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Rushmore Cave and within 9 miles (15 km) of Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Presidents Park. Big Thunder Gold Mine and Gutzon Borglum Historical Center are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
great location for seeing the sites around the Black Hills area. We enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location away from the bustle yet close to all the “must sees”. Would definitely stay again if in the area. Host was extremely friendly and easy to contact if needed.Back patio perfect for morning coffee with the wildlife.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very clean and quiet. Would stay again !!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet and comfortable. 20 min from Mount Rushmore.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an incredibly cozy and homey cottage with everything we needed during our stay. We loved sitting out on the porch, looking out at the beautiful landscape, and enjoyed visits from wildlife while we stayed. Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Teri P.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Quite, wonderful front porch.

Close to Mount Rushmore, quiet, some wild life.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage was clean, location was quiet and pastoral. We enjoyed the visits from the local deer. Most basic supplies for cooking were provided. Communication with host was timely and clear. We would have liked more comfortable lounge seating for the evening-- the closed futon was uncomfortable, and the only other option was folding chairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very quick to respond to our request for additional towels. The cookware was limited and in poor condition.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

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

great location and peaceful

this is a lovely cottage for a couple very private very peaceful central to all the great black hills attractions nestled about 1/4 mile up a gravel road the cottage is clean with all you need to stay for a couple days or a couple weeks we will likely stay here again thank you Barbara well done
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property very clean and comfortable with private deck and beautiful views. Like being home
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The area is quiet and remote..perfect place for unwind. It is also close to attractions and other interests.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

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

Lost Cave Cottage is nice

Very nice place to stay. Convenient location. Quiet private setting. Very clean. Well furnished, all you need to bring is food and clothes.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

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

Perfect

Far enough away from the beaten path, but close enough to everything we wanted to do. Everything about the house was just what we wanted.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodee W.

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

Fantastic stay in a beautiful location!

Our family stayed here for vacation and it was probably the best stay we’ve had anywhere while traveling! The cottage was clean, amenities were amazing and the beds were comfy. Not to mention the amazing views & wildlife! The location was off the beaten path but still only minutes from Keystone, Rapid City and all the other attractions and parks. We are already planning our next stay - hopefully next year! We highly recommend Lost Cave Cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Arlene B.

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

Wonderful

Barbara was wonderful....has a cute cottage that will meet all your needs....small...simple...clean...rural that lets you relax after a long day of running around......we hope you'll enjoy as we did
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie H., Michigan

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

Perfect!

The little cabin was perfect for us. Extremely clean and cozy. The little decorating touches made it very homey. The 2 eight-point bucks in the front yard added to the experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Mickey

We stayed in the cabin from 7/25 to 7/28/24. The cabin is very cozyand well maintained. Nice to come back to a quiet place, after a day of seeing all the sites in the area. We never had to contact or meet Barbara the manager. We enjoyed our stay and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

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

Quiet clean getaway

Very nice and very clean. Everything you need is furnished, all you need to bring is food. Quiet setting. I plan to stay here again on my next visit to the Black Hills.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana N.

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

Perfect property!

This was the perfect location for us to enjoy our stay in the hills. We appreciated the simple accommodations that met all of our needs. There was a small maintenance issue during our stay which Barbara addressed immediately. We enjoyed watching the deer from the patio and hearing the rooster in the distance every morning. We hope to return to this property over the next few years as long as it is available!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Fred C.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Not good

The cottage was perfect. We loved the porch. Our bikes were heavy, the road to the driveway had big ruts in it from the rain, hard to drive on a motorcycle. We had to turn 90 degrees on a hill to get a run up the gravel driveway. It would have been nice if both the driveway and road to the driveway were paved with asphalt
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

irene G.

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

Quite and lots of nature

Barbara was very nice and friendly and met us, which I loved. Some people state they rent to meet people from around the world but then you just speak to them through the portal and never actually meet them. Then you know it is just for the revenue. Barbara was very responsive to our needs. The property was clean and comfortable with all you need for short - medium stay, because you have a kitchen section with a regular gas stove and can actually cook if you want. 12 minutes from Keystone. 20 minutes from Custer Park and Mt. Rushmore. Would definitely book again. Thank you Barbara.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Quaint, comfortable, convenient, private. Nice quiet area. All you will need is stocked for you. Very nice accommodating host.(NOTE: Doesn't have a pool but the survey required a respone in that field)
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was top notch. Really great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lana T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was cute and very clean. Has most everything you need. Good place for a couple. Driveway was a bit of a problem with a motorcycle ruts at bottom. Our advice is go to top of hill turn around and come in that way. Much easier
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

SHERRY

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The place is misrepresented....it is not a cabin, it is a metal building turned into a place to stay. It is about 8 miles from the nearest small town...the town is at the foot of the black hills not the place to stay. We were given 4 bath towels for 3 adults to use for 5 days. So we used the same towel for all 5 days:(( The place was clean and the back porch that is called a deck was nice to sit out on....Don't think I would want to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by Barbara L Savage

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Artist, nature lover, health-minded

Why they chose this property

Fell in love with the Black Hills and found employment and a home here. A friend let me know this property was available and I was enchanted by it.

What makes this property unique

Gives nice escape into nature. Deer, turkeys, rabbits, foxes and once even a bobcat was seen on the property! Great Black Hills location. Beautiful views, quiet country setting. Close to Mt. Rushmore and Rush Mountain Cave and amusement park.

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