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Rusty Meadows Lodge near Sturgis, Nemo and Black Hills!

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Beautiful spot to grill over looking the meadow!
A group of people standing in front of a wooden cabin with a balcony, surrounded by grass and trees.
Best seats in the house!
Master bathroom has a soaker tub and a shower.
Kitchen and dining area, table seats 7 and the counter seats 5.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Explore, experience, enjoy
    Guests like the location for activities and attractions nearby.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Piedmont, SD
  • Place, Wonderland Cave
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Sturgis District Library
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Basement bedroom

1 King Bed

Basement sitting room

1 Double Futon

Bunk Room

+1
4 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Basement Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rusty Meadows Lodge near Sturgis, Nemo and Black Hills!

Uniquely Renovated private 4 Bedroom 3 bath lodge snuggled in a meadow of the South Dakota Black Hills! It's a beautiful scenic 25 minute drive up Vanocker Canyon Road from Sturgis. Centrally located to all the things to do in the Black Hills. Fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Main living room and a recreation area in the basement. Includes washer, dryer, garage space and gas grill. Large deck that over looks the Meadow. We border the National forest, trails start at end of driveway

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
There is a fee of $10.00 per day per pet.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 10.57.01
Property # 2288614vb
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

About the area

Piedmont

Located in Piedmont, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Wonderland Cave, while Saab Heritage Car Museum and Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Woodle Field, or consider a night out at The Knuckle Saloon. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Piedmont, SD

What's nearby

  • Wonderland Cave - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame - 27 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Sturgis District Library - 28 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Sturgis City Hall - 28 min drive - 30.9 km
  • Black Hills Caverns - 38 min drive - 46.1 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brandin Iron - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Big Mamas - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪BIG Mamas BEER Garden - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Custer Camp 1874 - Home of The Pasta Corral - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cafeteria - ‬46 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rusty Meadows Lodge near Sturgis, Nemo and Black Hills! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Rusty Meadows Lodge near Sturgis, Nemo and Black Hills!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rusty Meadows Lodge near Sturgis, Nemo and Black Hills!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rusty Meadows Lodge near Sturgis, Nemo and Black Hills!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rusty Meadows Lodge near Sturgis, Nemo and Black Hills! located?

This family-friendly Piedmont holiday home is located in the mountains, 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Wonderland Cave, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Black Hills National Forest and Petrified Forest of the Black Hills. Sturgis City Park and Saab Heritage Car Museum are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
this is a great place to stay. pretty much had everything thing we needed
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2025
Thanks for reviewing and staying at our lodge! We appreciate it! We'd have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When we walked in, we loved how clean it was!!! Was very nice, rustic, perfect for what we were doing, side by side driving around the Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2025
Thank you for the review! So glad you enjoyed your tine at Rusty Meadows Lodge! We would love to have you anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

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

Family stay

Loved the location and the scenery. Couldn’t have been a better place for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley K.

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

Beautiful home!

Awesome place to stay! The house was spotless with all the amenities that you would ever need! Our kids loved the pond and all the outdoor space to run!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

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

2nd Time Staying - Everything is Great

This is our second time staying at this house. Everything is great and our group is really happy staying here. We will definitely will be back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

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

Our stay in the Blaxkhills

We had a great time while we were in the Blackhills. Our grandkids had a ball 4-wheeling. This property is so close to so many trails. It was perfect. We will definitely go back to this property next year. We loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Thank you for the kind review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We would love to have you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curt N.

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

Excellent Property for All Ages

Awesome for kids and adults, extraordinary woodworking through. The house was done up really well. Location is awesome for ORV riding and exploring the northern hill.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2023
Thanks for the great review! So glad you loved the lodge, we'd love to have you stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Mountain Escape

We had a family of 12, and we all slept comfortably. We loved the home-like feel of Rusty Meadows. We loved the pond, and went fishing the kids loved it. The home provided many useful amenities. We loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lois T.

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

Family Vacay

The place is very accommodating for a large group. Very beautiful setting, nice and quiet. Fun listening to nature early in the am with sitting on the porch with a cup of coffee. Loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

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

Very happy!

We loved the home and very pleased with location. Perfect for our family of 13. Very comfortable home and beautiful area to stay. Property manager was very kind and helpful. Thank you so much for letting us stay!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Aw thanks Pamela! Thanks for being great guests and I'm glad you enjoyed your time in the Black Hills and at our lodge! We would love for you to stay again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha A.

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

Country Home

The porch where we could sit, visit, hear the birds, and hear the cows was our favorite spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Bachelor party

Cabin was great for our 16 person bachelor party very comfortable and well furnished! Beautiful location and fairly secluded. Our only complaint was 40 minutes from deadwood
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Thanks for the 5 stars! We would love to have you stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

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

Wonderful Experience

This property was great. There were 15 in our group and there was plenty of space. We had 7 grandchildren with us so the bunk bed area worked so well. Property was well stocked, lots of towels which was great!!! Area was beautiful and located close enough to all the attractions. Would absolutely recommend a stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2022
We are so glad you loved your stay at Rusty Meadows lodge! We greatly appreciate your feedback! We would love to have your group stay again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi S.

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

4th of July

Excellent! Will definitely be staying at this cabin again!!! Loved it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

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

Family Vacation

The location of the property is perfect. It is quiet and relaxing yet not really a far drive to other places. Close to trails for sxs. Enjoyed sitting on the deck overlooking the meadow and watching the deer. The lodge is as advertised and has everything you need. The family had a great time and the grandkids enjoyed the sandbox and large yard to run around. I would highly recommend Rusty Meadow Lodge
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

Beautiful property

This property was amazing!! We rode UTVs for a few days and the trails start at the end of the driveway. Plenty of parking for trucks and trailers. Jessica is so easy to work with. This property was perfect for adults and kids. We will definitely want to come back and continue riding more of the trails!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2021
Thank you Julie! So glad you liked our lodge! We would love to have you all back! 😁
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

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

Beautiul getaway!

Spacious, clean, cozy right down to the tiniest detail. Beautiful scenery, plenty of parking space and quiet. A little difficult to get down the 1 1/2 mile gravel drive on a motor cycle but we made it. Highly recommend this rental. You will not regret it at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2021
Thanks so much Cindy! Come back anytime! 😁
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Awesome Quiet Getaway Place

The property is awesome for all ages including the group of 16 of my family that stayed over July 4th. The site is just off the main roads enough to allow for enjoying the serenity of the hills but close enough to area attractions and towns for those in our group that adventured out to do tourist type things. The bunkhouse for the 8 grandkids was AWESOME!! Giving them time away from adults for plating cards, games or watching tv. The cabin came stocked with plenty of towels, bedding etc as well as being stocked with all kitchen items we needed! I would highly recommend this cabin for families or groups as a hidden oasis!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
Thank you for you review! We strive to make the stay easy and convient for famlies and groups! So happy you enjoyed your time! 😁
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg L.

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

Great place! We are definitely returning. You can’t go wrong with this one

Just finished our stay at the house and all I can say is that it’s definitely one to stay at. The location is just a little ways off the road and provides a very quiet atmosphere. Sitting on the deck in the evening and watching the deer out in the field with a fire going is very relaxing. A very large elk walked across the field in the late afternoon and made for some great photos. Fire pit is perfect! Everything was! The communication with Jessica was very good. We enjoyed everything and are planning to return next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
Thank you for your amazing review! So glad you enjoyed your time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie C.

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

Family get away

We had our whole family get together and this place was big enough for all of us.The Kids loved the bunk room, adults that got stuck in there didn’t like the giggling, LOL. It was a nice location, we didn’t drive over an hour to anything. The road there was good. The cabin is secluded and in just such beautiful area. The deer visited us every evening. We all agreed that we would stay there again. We saved lots of money cooking there and never ate out. The kitchen is pretty well set up, a decent grill and amazing firepit area and a propane fire on the deck was used every day. If you have a big group it is perfect place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2023
Awesome Christie! I'm so glad you and your family enjoyed the lodge! We strive for convenience, relaxation and good old family togetherness! We appreciate the great review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maggie K.

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

Family Vacation

Property was as advertised. Sometimes pictures are taken so well that the actual look is not the same. That was NOT the case with this property. There was plenty of room for all the kids. It was nice to hang out in the large yard. Bunk Beds were an absolute hit with the kids. There were nice little touches like games and toys for they young ones. One thing to keep in mind if you are a city family like ours, 20 miles in the hills and mountains is not the same as 20 miles on a highway or interstate. So going on adventures was a bit of a drive but the scenery made it worth it and the trips back gave time for the kids to rest, nap and rest for the evening activites. I would highly reccomend this property for you next family vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Thanks for the great review! And yes, awesome advice for guests coming out! So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra B.

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

You Will NOT Regret Your Stay - Book Now

The house and property were absolutely amazing and beautiful. The craftsmanship of the home and the work the owners put into it can be seen in every nook. The property itself is gorgeous. We enjoyed using the spotting scope and binoculars out on the deck. It's remote which was exactly what we wanted for our family get away. Plus enough space for us - 7 adults, 2 kids and 2 toddlers - to all be together without being crammed. We felt at home the second we walked in the door and it was so hard to leave. The owners have thought of everything you might need when staying plus a welcome gift. As stated, we enjoyed the quiet property. It's remote but close enough where you're not missing out on the must-see spots of the Black Hills and being stuck in the car all day (within an hour and a half of main attractions). I would absolutely book this property again in a heartbeat. This is the 3rd time we've visited the Black Hills in the last 5 years and this is by far the best place we've stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2022
Awww Thanks for the amazing review! We put our blood sweat and tears into this lodge and I LOVE that you noticed! ♥️ You we great guests and we'd love to have you stay again anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

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

Sturgis Stay

We rented this gorgeous property to attend the Sturgis bike rally. Its only 20 minutes from downtown Sturgis. However we were quickly inspired by the nature surrounding the property and decided that it was better to explore the grandeur of South Dakota. We used Rusty Meadows as a base station for daily rides to explore Spearfish Canyon, Deadwood, Mount Rushmore, Needles Highway, Iron Mountain, and Custer State Park. While staying at the Lodge,we woke up to gorgeous views of a green meadow and majestic Black Hills. Following daily rides, we unwound while taking advantage of all the amenities availed to us by the owners of this amazing log cabin. We smoked cigars and sipped bourbon by an outdoor firepit; we took hikes through wildflower meadows; we grilled steaks on the grill; and we fell asleep each night under a thick blanket of stars. Sturgis was fun, but it is just one superficial layer of the beauty that South Dakota has to offer, and the Rusty Meadows Lodge is the perfect venue to immerse yourself. Thank you Jessica and John!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2023
Thanks for the great review! So glad you all had a great stay! We would definitely have your group stay with us again. Also, when I reviewed you I clicked submit before I could select the 5 ⭐️ for communication. I give you 5 stars for all categories!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee-Ann G.

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

Amazing Property! You will have no regrets!

This was an absolutely amazing cabin. I’m always a little hesitant to book new places but trust me, don’t hesitate with this one. The place is lovely, clean, spacious and comfortable. We felt at home the minute we entered. There were 2 couples and 5 kids and there is plenty of room. We arrived to lovely welcome gift and hot chocolate bar for the kids. The home is so private and peaceful. The house had everything and then some! Not a detail was missed. The kitchen had everything including extra spices, ziplocks, coffee and every kitchen item you could ever need - roaster, griddle, pots, pans, bakeware, outdoor grill and more. The bathrooms were stocked with all toiletries. Forgot something, no problem they had deodorant, toothbrushes, Tylenol, bandaids etc etc. they thought of EVERYTHING! We enjoyed hiking the beautiful property and area. If you have time rent a UTV in Nemo and head for the hills! Too much fun! You are also a short scenic ride to Rapid City. Our family had the best time and everyone agrees we need to go back! We didn’t want leave! Jess was great to work with before and during our stay if we had a question or needed anything. Don’t hesitate, click the reserve button, you won’t regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 November 2021
Thank you so much for the great review! So glad you loved our lodge! We would love to have you all back anytime! Thanks for being a great guest!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family highly enjoyed our time in the Black Hills! The lodge was the perfect place to relax after a long day of hiking and exploring. The large covered deck was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026

About the host

Hosted by Jessica Sperl

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Welcome to Rusty Meadows Lodge in the South Dakota Black Hills! My name is Jessica Sperl, up above you have my husband John and our 5 kids, Jadyn, Rain, Mason, Tyce and Jori. We are from Medford Wisconsin. Here is a back story of how we came to the Black Hills. We visited the black hills in June of 2019. We stayed at another rental a few miles away. We fell in love with the area! So beautiful and peaceful! We thought “maybe we should have a place out here, we could rent it out and use it when we need a little mountain air!” John comes out this way every fall to hunt so why not! So in April of 2020 we found this fixer upper hidden in a meadow. I saw potential unlike my husband. So we bought it and started renovations in June of 2020. FINALLY finished in May of 2021! This has been a true labor of love. Many trips out here for a week at a time. All done by our amazing friends and family! Hard to believe we have such great people in our lives they’d drop everything and come out to help with only a payment of using the lodge! So Please enjoy our Lodge! If there is anything that you need or things I don’t have there and I should just let us know. You can get ahold of me through the website you booked through or call or text me at(715)225-9040 Enjoy!

Why they chose this property

We take pride in having everything you will need! We want your stay to be as relaxing at it can be! We have put a lot of thought and work into making this house just right. We found the best location away from other houses in a meadow bordering the national forest. I truly hope you enjoy your stay!

What makes this property unique

Our property borders the National Forest, the trails start at the end of the driveway. There is plenty of room to park trailers. You have use of half of the garage. The house was renovated in a very rustic and creative way! I hope you enjoy it! This was a labor of love!!

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