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Old Town Cottage: Nestled on a forested hillside on the edge of Hill City

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A rustic cabin with a gravel driveway, surrounded by tall pine trees.
A wooden house with a patio area featuring outdoor furniture, a grill, and a stone-tiled floor.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a window with a lace curtain and a lamp on a side table.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel microwave, an oven, and a dishwasher.
A paved road leading to a cabin surrounded by dense forest.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
With mountain views, this 2-bedroom cottage accommodates 5 guests. It offers access to sailing, game walks, and mountain biking activities. Enjoy the patio for outdoor relaxation and explore nearby golf options. Major Lake Park and the 1880 Train are popular attractions in the village.

Highlights

  • Make yourself at home
    Guests love the comfortable living areas, perfect for unwinding.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near 1880 Train
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue
  • Internet
  • Air-conditioning
  • Patio

Explore the area

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Hill City, SD
  • Place, 1880 Train
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum @ Black Hills Institute
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, South Dakota State Railroad Museum
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Old Town Cottage: Nestled on a forested hillside on the edge of Hill City

12441 Old Hill City Road, Hill City, SD 57745

We offer guests to be able to check in and check out without any person to person contact if you call us with the information needed to adhere to State lodging and Real Estate law. (Not all of your information is shared with us by VRBO).

Old Town Cottage, bordered by the Black Hills National Forest, is a cottage situated well above the Historic 1880 Train Depot and within walking distance to downtown Hill City, the Mickelson Trail, Spring Creek and Major Lake for trout fishing. Surrounded by tall pines, guests experience 'the feel of the forest with the convenience to the village'.

Old Town Cottage has two bedrooms, each with a queen bed. The bedrooms have solid wood flooring. We provide a folding single cot suitable for a child (under 90#). There is one bathroom with a tub and shower. The living room is furnished with a sofa with recliners, and a separate chair/recliner. Cable TV, AC unit in the living room. There is a fully furnished kitchen. A laundry pair is provided to ease your packing needs. (Guests furnish their own personal laundry soap.)
The cottage has a gas fire pit for "campfire" evening enjoyment. It also has a gas cooking grill, Guests can enjoy watching deer and turkey on the wooded lot behind the cottage!
The double car garage is available for our guests use.
Total square feet: 900 sq. ft.
NO PETS, NO SMOKING.
Please note that the photos you see featured on this web site are current and have not been digitally enhanced.
If the dates you desire are not available, consider our other cottage rental, adjacent to this one: VRBO listing # 255481,




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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Maximum number of guests is 5 including children
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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:
Load and start the dishwasher
Take out the rubbish
Leave garage door opener in holder in the kitchen.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 5514
Property # 274119vb
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 deadlock
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

Hill City

Located in Hill City, this cottage is near theme parks and in the mountains. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Museum @ Black Hills Institute and 1880 Train are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Hill City, SD

What's nearby

  • Major Lake Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 1880 Train - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Museum @ Black Hills Institute - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Twisted Pine Winery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • South Dakota State Railroad Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grapes and Grinds - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chute Rooster Sports Bar & Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Caboose Coffee - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Town Cottage: Nestled on a forested hillside on the edge of Hill City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Old Town Cottage: Nestled on a forested hillside on the edge of Hill City?

As of 13 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Old Town Cottage: Nestled on a forested hillside on the edge of Hill City on 1 November 2026 start from NZ$1,175, 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 Old Town Cottage: Nestled on a forested hillside on the edge of Hill City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Old Town Cottage: Nestled on a forested hillside on the edge of Hill City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Town Cottage: Nestled on a forested hillside on the edge of Hill City?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Town Cottage: Nestled on a forested hillside on the edge of Hill City located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Sonja's, Museum @ Black Hills Institute and Twisted Pine Winery. Everything Prehistoric and 1880 Train are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Kim or Marcia Benning

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We are Vacation Home and Cabin managers with Heart of the Hills Vacation Homes in Hill City. We own several of the cabins on our roster including this cabin and have 3 of our personally owned cabins listed with VRBO.

Why they chose this property

This property is located contingent to our personal home property and by buying it, we were able to protect our home land property from developers who would sub divide in to small tracts and lots of houses. We have preserved the forest within a town!

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