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Leaning Tree Lodge

Holiday home in Lead with water park and Hot tub

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Living area
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10220.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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  • Place, Homestake Gold Mine
  • Place, George S. Mickelson Trail
  • Place, Terry Peak Ski Area

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Leaning Tree Lodge

Summary:

This Black Hills Vacation Home is located at Gilded Mountain with a shared Clubhouse with outdoor swimming pool and game room!



The Space:

Your Perfect Black Hills Adventure Starts at Leaning Tree Lodge!



Looking for a relaxing home base where you can enjoy the Black Hills in style? Located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Deadwood, South Dakota, this 4 bedroom cabin offers the perfect space for families of all sizes to enjoy the outdoors. Up to 10 guests can relax comfortably, and enjoy the wonderful views off the back deck. Its location, flat parking, spacious main living area with gas fireplace & beautiful picture windows make it one of our more popular vacation homes. You'll enjoy sitting on the back deck, taking in the scenery or relaxing with your morning cup of coffee and watch the deer pass by. You can challenge your friends to a foosball game or walk across the street to the Clubhouse and swim in the outdoor pool and sit in the dry sauna. There's something for everyone!



Main Level Highlights



Open Concept Living Space: Features a fully-equipped kitchen, large dining table that seats 6, breakfast bar with additional seating for 4,  and numerous picture windows that make the space bright & open feeling. A large TV is mounted above the fireplace with a couch & two chairs for comfortable seating. This is a great space for everyone to gather.



Outdoor Living Space: Sliding glass doors lead to a spacious covered deck with breathtaking mountain views, private hot tub and BBQ grill.



Bedrooms & Bathrooms On This Level:

■ A half bathroom



Upper Level Highlights



Open Loft Area: At the top of the wooden staircase is a loft area that the bedrooms on this level are located off of. Additional couch seating located in the loft.



Bedrooms and Bathrooms On This Level:

■ Upper Bedroom #1 with a King bed

■ Upper Bedroom #2 with a King bed

■ There is a Full bathroom located off the loft area with a walk-in shower and two separate vanities.



Lower Level Highlights



Second Living Space: At the bottom of the stairs you will find a second living space that features comfortable seating, large wall mounted TV, foosball table, and a wet bar. This is a great space for the kids to gather!



Outdoor Living Space: Sliding glass doors lead out to the lower deck patio with beautiful views.



Bedrooms and Bathrooms On This Level:

■ Lower Bedroom #3 has a King bed

■ Lower Bedroom #4 has a Queen bed and twin bunk beds.

■ There is a full bathroom located off the living space with a shower/tub combo.



Gilded Mountain Clubhouse - As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, will have exclusive access to the Community Clubhouse, a premier facility featuring a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, rejuvenating sauna, private game room, and an inviting loft area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities in the clubhouse include a pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade game a large screen TV

Centrally located Black Hills Cabin

Convenient Parking: Large, flat driveway can accommodate 2-3 cars. *4-wheel drive or all wheel drive recommended for winter driving conditions*



Additional Featured Amenities:

■ Central A/C

■ Wifi

■ TV

■ Foosball Table

■ Private Hot tub

■ Washer/dryer

■ Gas Fireplace

■ Over 100' of flat frontage parking

■ Outdoor fire pit table

■ BBQ Grill



Please Note: This cabin does not allow pets.



Located near Lead, South Dakota, Leaning Tree Lodge offers easy access to the areas main attractions

Nearby Attractions:

■ Terry Peak Ski Area: 8 minutes away.

■ Mickelson Trailhead, fishing, golfing: 5-15 minutes away.

■ Scenic Spearfish Canyon: 10 minutes away.

■ Lead: 7 minutes. Deadwood: 11 minutes. Sturgis: 30 minutes.

■ Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park: Just an hour's drive.



Guest Access:

Guests have access to the whole house and the community Clubhouse.



The Neighborhood:

This cabin is located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Lead, South Dakota. As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, will have exclusive access to the Community Clubhouse, a premier facility featuring a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, rejuvenating sauna, private game room, and an inviting loft area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities in the clubhouse include a pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade game a large screen TV.

Nearby Attractions:

- - Terry Peak Ski Area: Minutes away.

- - Mickelson Trailhead, fishing, golfing, and scenic Spearfish Canyon: 30 minutes away.

- - Lead: 7 minutes. Deadwood: 11 minutes. Sturgis: 30 minutes.

- - Mount Rushmore: Just an hour's drive.



Getting Around:

There are taxis you can take to get around. If you drive, there is a large driveway that can accommodate 2-3 vehicles. *4-wheel drive or all wheel drive recommended for winter driving conditions*



Other Things to Note:

This cabin sits up on the hill so we do advise 4-wheel drive in winter. The roads are paved except the driveway and it`s easy access to snowmobile and ATV trails. The Terry Peak Ski Area is a 5 minute drive and Deadwood is 10 minutes.



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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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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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
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

Lead

Lead is home to this holiday home. Terry Peak Ski Area and Deer Mountain Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Stone Ridge Commons and Heritage Plaza. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Lead, South Dakota

What's nearby

  • Homestake Gold Mine - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Deer Mountain Ski Area - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • George S. Mickelson Trail - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Deadwood Mountain Grand - 9 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Terry Peak Ski Area - 16 min drive - 11.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Silverado Franklin Historic Hotel & Gaming Complex - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boars Nest - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jacobs Brew House and Grocer - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cheyenne Crossing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lewies Saloon & Eatery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Leaning Tree Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Leaning Tree Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Leaning Tree Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Leaning Tree Lodge located?

Situated in Lead, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Deer Mountain Ski Area, Living Map Theater and Black Hills Mining Museum. Historic Homestake Opera House and Homestake Gold Mine are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lynn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was clean and well stocked. Close to sightseeing locations. Very nice three story-clubhouse with outdoor warm pool, pool table, sauna, video games, ping-pong table, shuffleboard, exercise room, and more. Host answered texts almost immediately. Very good place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Great location

Great house and location. We enjoyed both. The only thing we would change about the property, there are no dressers for clothing. It was difficult to live out of a suitcase four the stat but otherwise fine
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Greg U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a family get together. The amenities were great and the common building with pool and two hot tubs was also a plus.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Great spot for Sturgis Rally or any other activities

Clean and well-appointed. Could use some drawer space in the bedrooms, but plenty of room to spread out. We had 4 couples for 8 nights, and there was more than enough room to relax separately or together. Walk to the Boar's Nest for the best pulled pork sandwiches ! Nice pool area, sauna, jacuzzis.......everything was great.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and house layout was perfect for our vacation. Being in a safe area was also very beneficial to early walks and late nights. The home is beautiful and contacts are quick to respond and friendly.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Rochelle K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Good Family Rental

We had a good stay. Overall the house was in good condition. There were some issues at the beginning but most were resolved. It's really a great location to be able to enjoy all the normal tourist places.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Addison M.

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

Great location, cozy cabin!

We enjoyed staying at this cabin! The location was great, it was clean and spacious for our group.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen K.

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

Excellent property!

It was a nice little stay for the holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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

Get together with friends!

Very nice place to stay. Enough rooms to accommodate all the guests. Comfortable beds and decent furniture. Great place to stay that is close to Deadwood and surrounding attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbie R.

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

Short Family trip to Deadwood

We loved the house. It was an easy check in process with easy directions to get to the place. The house was as described and a very nice place to stay. We loved the place and would definitely be back to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Paulette

The shower curtin on lower bathroom was dirty. No decent working can opener.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Camille W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great, spacious cabin for extended family vacation

The cabin and clubhouse were beautiful and spacious. The original code we were given to check in did not work, but a quick phone call was all it took to clear it up. It was a life-saver having on-site laundry with kids around, and we spent many hours at the clubhouse pool. Loved the hot tub and foosball table, and the kitchen was well stocked. Beds were big and comfortable. Bring your own toiletries. My only criticism is the check-out instructions could use some review- the instructions in the printed folder did not match those sent electronically, which did also not match those texted the day of checkout- nothing major :) . We really enjoyed our stay and would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kasey K.

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

Family summer vacation

House was perfect size for our party of 10. Kids loved the community pool and private hot tub. Parking was a little tricky for trailers is out in the area trail riding.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

dan m.

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

UTV trip 4 coyples

Was wonderful, lots of room for all of our vehicles, location was great and easy to access the trails. We had everything we needed in the cabin and the clubhouse was wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy O.

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

Family Ski Trip

Great location and cabin for a family ski trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daphne B.

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

Beautiful property with great views!

It was just as the pictures showed and was a great location to get to many activities. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Anita A.

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

Our family gathering

We had a great time. Well equipped home. Host was responsive to my inquiries and comments
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin K.

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

Perfect for 2 Families Enjoying 1 Vacation

Overall we liked the property and how easy it was to get to and the views. It was plenty of space for 6 of us, and could probably accommodate another family easily. Beds were comfortable and plenty of bathrooms! We cooked 2 meals/day and enjoyed the kitchen equipment as well as the grill.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family ski trip

Loved the property. We were a late night arrival and our lockbox code did not work. It was snowing and cold and had 5 little kids with us so getting ahold of property manager and getting in to cabin was a little bit of a pain. Otherwise I would have given 5 stars on everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

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

Perfect get away in Lead

Ideal, spacious, loved the games, clean, nice neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessika K.

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

Great Area

Nice property! Perfect for families, good location between Spearfish and Deadwood. Beautiful drive to Keystone and Custer State Park.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly P., Sioux Falls, SD

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

Great location

Beautiful home with plenty of amenities. Close to everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandon H.

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

Great Cabin!

Great cabin for a getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

charity s.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin, fabulous location!

Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gail R.

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

Enjoyed Our Stay

Great backyard; beautiful cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

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