Elk Creek Retreat - wonderful family cabin in beautiful location
Summary:
This Vacation Rental is located near Deadwood in the Black Hills of South Dakota
The Space:
Your Perfect Black Hills Adventure Starts at Elk Creek Retreat!
Nestled just outside of Deadwood, South Dakota, this cozy 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath cabin offers a peaceful retreat for families and groups of all sizes. Take in stunning views of the Black Hills from the patio areas, relax in the spacious yard, or fire up the gas grill in the garage for a memorable outdoor meal. Whether you’re watching for wildlife or enjoying your morning coffee, this is the perfect place to unwind and reconnect with nature.
Main Level Highlights
Open-Concept Living Space: The fully equipped kitchen flows into a comfortable living room with ample seating, a cozy gas fireplace, and a large TV. The dining area seats 4, with 4 additional stools at the breakfast bar and 2 extra chairs for flexible seating.
Outdoor Living Space: Step onto one of two patio areas directly from the main living space—ideal for soaking in the mountain views. The spacious yard is perfect for games and outdoor fun, and the gas BBQ grill is located in the garage.
Laundry Room: Conveniently located off the back entrance and equipped with a full-size washer and dryer.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms on This Level:
■ King bedroom with closet and ceiling fan
■ Full bathroom with shower/tub combo
Loft Level Relaxation
Open Loft Area: A versatile bonus space perfect for reading, relaxing, or working, complete with a futon and recliner.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms on This Level:
■ Bedroom with full bunk beds, floor fan, closet, and dresser
■ Queen bedroom with TV, private deck, closet and ceiling fan
■ Half bathroom
**No pets allowed
**Garage is available for use year round
**Wi-Fi is available, but due to the remote location, service may be spotty at times
Guest Access:
Guests have access to the whole house and the garage.
The Neighborhood:
This is a gorgeous location with the creek right in front of the cabin. Only 15 minutes to Deadwood, 25 minutes to Sturgis and 40 minutes to Mt. Rushmore.
Getting Around:
There are taxis you can take to get around. If you drive, there is a large driveway that can accommodate several vehicles. *4-wheel drive required for winter driving conditions*
Other Things to Note:
Wifi is Century link. NO PETS are allowed at this cabin.
**Please note that Elk Creek Retreat does not have air conditioning (A/C) available, except for a window unit on the upper level. However, the cabin is nestled amidst the wooded Black Hills, providing natural shade and a cool environment during most of the year. Additionally, fans are provided in the cabin to help circulate air and keep guests comfortable.
Interaction with Guests:
Deadwood Connections is a locally owned and managed vacation rental management company that puts the guest first. Our team is available to assist you at any point during your stay—from arrival to departure. You can reach out if you need local recommendations or have any issues during your visit to the Black Hills. We aim to make your stay with us comfortable and peaceful so you can spend your vacation making memories! While we won't meet you upon arrival, we're just a phone call away should you need anything!
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Important information
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Property # 2575369vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Deadwood
Located in Deadwood, this cabin is near a water park and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Woodville Lake, while Historic Homestake Opera House and Adams House Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
Is Elk Creek Retreat - wonderful family cabin in beautiful location pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Elk Creek Retreat - wonderful family cabin in beautiful location?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elk Creek Retreat - wonderful family cabin in beautiful location on 22 August 2026 start from NZ$578, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Elk Creek Retreat - wonderful family cabin in beautiful location?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Elk Creek Retreat - wonderful family cabin in beautiful location?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Elk Creek Retreat - wonderful family cabin in beautiful location?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Elk Creek Retreat - wonderful family cabin in beautiful location located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Black Hills National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Woodville Lake and George S. Mickelson Trail. Lucky 8 Casino and Homestake Gold Mine are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Todd, thank you for staying with us at Elk Creek Retreat! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and had everything you needed. We hope to host you again!
Beautiful little getaway that suited our family. Loved the property, home and the location. Thank you so much!
Christine S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2024
Christine, thank you for staying with us at Elk Creek Retreat! We are so glad you had a great stay and that it suited your family so well. Thanks for being great guest, we'd love to host you again!
What a great place to stay! They had everything we needed and such a beautiful location! My kids loved the creek that ran thru the property and we enjoyed watching the wildlife in the backyard. Such a nice quiet area with beautiful views!
Melinda P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2024
Melinda, thank you for staying with us at Elk Creek Retreat! We are so glad you and your kids had a great stay and you had everything you needed. Thanks for being great guest, we look forward to hosting you again!
We came out for our Anniversary and enjoyed our stay.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2024
Tina, thank you for staying with us at Elk Creek Retreat! We are so glad you had a great anniversary trip and enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again!
We had a blast in this cabin! There were 7 of us including 2 toddlers and the layout and seating was perfect! Location was great for the outings we had to get to. Definitely recommended! We will be coming back!
Katrina G.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 January 2025
Katrina, thank you for staying with us at Elk Creek Retreat! We are so glad you had a great Christmas vacation and were able to enjoy all the amenities. We look forward to hosting you again!
The cabin was great for our family. We brought our sxs and their were so many trails by the house. The house had everything we needed in it.
Macayla R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2024
Macayla, thank you for staying with us at Elk Creek Retreat! We hope you were able to relax at your home away from home and enjoyed your trip to The Black Hills. We look forward to hosting you again!
We enjoy activities in the northern part of the Black Hills and this location was perfect. Everything we needed was at the house. We really appreciated having garage space for vehicles. It was a great place to have quiet evening after a day of adventures. Check in and out was easy. Host was quickly available by text message for a couple questions. We hope to be back to this location on our next trip.
Carmen M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
Carmen, thank you for staying with us at Elk Creek Retreat! We are so glad you had such a great stay and loved the location. Thank you for being such great guest, we look forward to hosting you again!
Wonderful accommodations just as shown in the photos.
Garage was great to store side-by-sides overnight.
Location was perfect for access to the riding we were looking for.
Brad B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2021
Hi Brad, thank you for staying with us at Elk Creek Retreat. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Had a awesome time in the beautiful black hills made many memories with family
Daniel G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2023
Thank you for staying with us and leaving your home in great shape! We are so glad you were able to relax and enjoy The Black Hills. We look forward to hosting you again!
Our youngest son was running the ultra marathon so the Elk Creek Retreat was the perfect place for us to stay. It was fairly close to most of the aid stations. The Elk Creek home and area are beautiful and very comfortable for our group of six adults and one very active almost three year old. We had a great time!
Jeri K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2024
Jeri, thank you for staying with us at Elk Creek Retreat! We are so glad you had a great stay. We hope your son had a great time in the race, how fun! Thanks for being great guest, come back again anytime!
We selected this property rental due to the location. We trailered our motorcycle from out of state and took day trips to the Black Hills, Bad Lands, Mt Rushmore/Crazy Horse, and Devil's Tower. The location was perfect. The home is private and secluded- just as pictured. There are other homes nearby, but we did not see or hear anyone all week. The feel of the cabin is rustic, and all of the furnishings and bedding were extremely comfortable. We slept great! The kitchen is fully stocked, and we had everything we needed to cook and grill in the evening. Having permission to use the garage was also beneficial as we could park our truck and motorcycle inside after every trip. One of the highlights was drinking coffee in the am and cocktails in the pm while sitting on the back balcony. We were greeted every time by a doe and a fawn (still had spots) that would feed in the front and back. It was so relaxing. Please note- the rental has an AC unit on the second floor. We really didn't need it the week we were there as we were able to open the windows and the house stayed cool. Thank you Elk Creek Resort. We would love to return someday.
Frank and Kathy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2022
Frank and Kathy - thank you so much! We are so glad to hear how much you enjoyed Elk Creek Retreat. Thank you for being wonderful guests and taking great care of the property.
We enjoyed our stay. It was very relaxing and close to several fishing spots. The only thing I would suggest is a land line since cell phone is zero. We realized how important that would have been as one of our group a had a severe heart issue after we got home. It would have been a bad situation if it would have happed in the hills.
Nice place! Neighbors were closer than we expected from the pictures. Main bedroom was a little chilly dur8the night since there was no heat source in that bedroom.
Jenny H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2021
Hi Jenny, thank you for staying with us at Elk Creek Retreat. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we will try to figure out how to get better heating to that room.
We did three days of ATV riding and this was the perfect jumping off point for getting to trails. A beautiful location with a little stream in front and a few horses in back. Loved the outside seating for discussing the days adventures.
Tami B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
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