Cabin

Little Badger Lodge

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A hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of trees.
A spacious living area with a large wooden bar, leather seating, and a stone fireplace.
A cabin with a wooden deck and a balcony, surrounded by trees and snow.
A spacious living room with leather sofas, a stone fireplace, and large windows offering natural light.
Gilded Mountain

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Lead, SD
  • Place, Living Map Theater
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Homestake Gold Mine
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Deer Mountain Ski Area
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single 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
Office
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Lead

Located in Lead, this cabin is near a water park. Homestake Gold Mine and Broken Boot Gold Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and George S. Mickelson Trail. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Lyle Hare Stadium, or consider a night out at Outlaw Square. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Map
Lead, SD

What's nearby

  • Living Map Theater - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Black Hills Mining Museum - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Historic Homestake Opera House - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Homestake Gold Mine - 7 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Deer Mountain Ski Area - 9 min drive - 5.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mustang Sally's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Silverado Franklin Historic Hotel & Gaming Complex - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Saloon No. 10 - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gold Dust - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boars Nest - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Badger Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Little Badger Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little Badger Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little Badger Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Little Badger Lodge located?

Situated in Lead, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Living Map Theater, Deer Mountain Ski Area and Black Hills Mining Museum. Historic Homestake Opera House is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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. 20 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Wonderful location and lovely house
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2024
Nicole, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay and loved the home. Come back again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time staying at little badger! The only thing we wish it had was a little yard for yard games but otherwise excellent stay! Great cabin and great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful home with everything we needed for our stay. The host even had a Christmas tree set up for us, as we were there over the holidays. We loved the hot tub and access to the club house.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 January 2026
Thank you for the lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the home and had everything you needed for your stay. We’re happy the Christmas tree added to your holiday experience, and that you enjoyed the hot tub and clubhouse access. We’d love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Badger Lodge Getaway

Property was very clean, easy access, décor presented a nice homey feeling, great kitchen to prepare meals, and comfortable beds. Overall great place for a retreat or family get together.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family Ski Trip

Locations was great for skiing and provided our family with enough space to enjoy our trip to the hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 January 2025
Tom, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge! We are so glad you had a great family ski trip and were able to enjoy The Black Hills. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

The property is in a beautiful neighborhood and easy to get to all major attractions. Plenty of space for everyone and property had everything we needed to make our stay comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Annie, thank you for staying with us! We are so glad you enjoyed Little Badger Lodge. We hope you had a great trip to The Black Hills and look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Home Base!

We had a great time in the Black Hills, and this house only added to the experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2024
Kyle, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge! We are so glad you had a great trip to The Black Hills and were able to relax at the home. Thanks for being great guest, we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My summer stay

Very clean property Modern..
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2024
Kathleen, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge! We are so glad you enjoyed your summer stay and the modern home. Come back again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hot tub

This Black Hills Vacation Rental is located at Gilded Mountain with a hot tub! There was plenty of room for 4 adults and 4 teenagers. This is in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025
Krista, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge! We are so glad you loved the home and the hot tub. Thanks for being great guest, we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get away

The cabin was lovely and comfortable. The neighborhood was quiet. We saw deer in the yard several times. It was a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2024
Christy, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay and were able to enjoy the wildlife. Thanks for being great guest, we look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

It was perfect for our family.☀️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 February 2024
Beth, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge! We are so glad this cabin was perfect for your family. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice house near deadwood

Very nice place very comfortable close to deadwood close to some good restaurants lots of stairs for some possibly but not a problem for us it felt like home
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 September 2022
Hello, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Annual Golf Trip

My two sons, brother-in-law and I enjoyed four days of golf in the Black Hills. This cabin was a great “headquarters” but now wish we’d spent even more time at the cabin! Fabulous location with great accommodations! Thanks for helping make our trip a wonderful success!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2022
Hi Daniel, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge. We are so glad you had a nice guys trip!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy and perfect for a big family

The Little Badger lodge was clean, and welcoming with plenty of space for a big family to be entertained. One recommendation is the beds are high, and those that are vertically challenged had a hard time getting into the beds. My recommendation is to provide a stool for the higher beds so it’s easier. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely rent again. Communication was also an A+ throughout our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 September 2024
LeAnne, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay with your family and were able to relax and enjoy The Black Hills. Thank you for the feedback on the beds, we will take a look into it. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property, clean ,quiet well supplied for whatever you want to do , driveway description is accurate (very steep) for anyone that brings a trailer. You probably will not get the trailer into the driveway must be unhooked somewhere else. But overall very good experience. Great location for anywhere you want to travel to in the hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2025
James, thank you for staying with us Little Badger Lodge! We are so glad you had a great stay and hope to host you again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great rental

Great rental. Great location. Not a far drive to tourist destinations we were there to see. There are a lot of stairs which weren’t a problem for us but might be an issue for some. Lots of space in the rental which gave adults and teenager a little privacy. Steep driveway but we managed with our minivan. Saw several deer on the property which was fantastic to see since we live in the city.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2022
Hi Staci, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and got to enjoy the deer right by your cabin!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 August 2026
Thank you for staying with us! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and found it to be a great place to visit. We appreciate you choosing us and would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Property with Great Location

This property had it all and was located close to many attractions!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2022
Hi Angie. Thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

cozy

The cabin was cozy and cute. Probably not ideal for anyone who has issues with a lot of stairs. Having 4wheel drive is an understatement. Access to the cabin has a very steep driveway and once snow begins to melt it is extremely icy. Suggest having ice melt on location for guest’s. Great views and clubhouse bonus was awesome for kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Review

Everything great but not much lighting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2021
Hi Gerold, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

House was great for extended family to get together for a week vacation. Large gathering spaces and tables for all of us. House was really clean and neatly decorated. Great location for seeing the sights of the Black Hills. We all agreed that we would come back some day.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2021
Hi Alicia, thank you for staying with us at Little Badger Lodge. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love deadwood

Houses in guilded mountain are awesome we’ll be back in august
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2021
Thanks Jacob! We are so glad you enjoyed Little Badger and your time in the Black Hills! Come stay with us anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable

We really enjoyed our stay. Easy to get to, clean, loved all the windows. Appreciated the call before our trip to see if we needed anything!! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Badger Lodge Get Away

Our stay was a great experience and I have been looking to go back again. Lead is a beautiful area and close to many things. The trails weren't far and deadwood wasn't far also. The cabin was very cozy and it has everything we needed! Great cabin and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very Nice Place!!

We loved the place! Directions to the property are not accurate! We had a hard time figuring out which cabin was ours in the middle of a hail storm! We had an issue finding extra parking. We had a car, a big truck and long trailer with 3 ATVs. So if you are coming in with something other than a car or truck, it would be a great idea to find out where to park ahead of time! Other than that... the place was beautiful!!! Would highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
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