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Cozy Cabin in the Hills

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hill City, SD
  • Place, Wade's Gold Mill
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum @ Black Hills Institute
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, 1880 Train
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Cozy Cabin in the Hills

Sunset Trails Cabin was updated for the 2022 season and under new management. The cabin has 3 bedrooms with queen beds on a split level (the loft is no longer in use). One bedroom leads to a large deck with a beautiful view. It has two 3/4 bathrooms, full kitchen, gas fireplace, deck with gas grill, and a washer and dryer. Sunset Trails is located 5 minutes from Hill City on roughly 1.5 miles of gravel road (guests on motorcycles please take note of the gravel road). Its walking distance from the Mickelson Trail and about 20 minutes from Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse. For those of you that like to stay connected you do have cell service here and we just added Wi-Fi!! Cell service is spotty in some areas so please pull up the map and directions before heading to the house. This home is in a neighborhood so those of you that bring ATV/UTVs please be considerate of the road and the neighbors.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Atv/Utv riders, our home is in a quiet neighborhood on a privately maintained road. Please tread lightly and keep speed and dust to a minimum.

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 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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Hill City

Located in Hill City, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hill City, SD

What's nearby

  • Wade's Gold Mill - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Museum @ Black Hills Institute - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Twisted Pine Winery - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • 1880 Train - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • South Dakota State Railroad Museum - 6 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar and Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪High Country Guest Ranch - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪1885 Steakhouse and saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cabin in the Hills pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Cabin in the Hills?

As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Cabin in the Hills on 5 July 2026 start from NZ$523, 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 Cozy Cabin in the Hills?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cabin in the Hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cabin in the Hills?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cabin in the Hills located?

This family-friendly Hill City cabin is located in the mountains, 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Wade's Gold Mill, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute. Granite Sports and South Dakota State Railroad Museum are also within 6 miles (10 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. 67 out of 75 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 75 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 75 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 75 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 75 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaimie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great and charming place to stay! So clean and well kept. My family and I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very private with abundant wildlife.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Wonderful stay in the woods

My family and I really enjoyed our stay here. It was clean, quiet and private while still being close to most of the great attractions in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli K.

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

Great family cabin

Great location, perfect for our family. Loved all the extras, fresh ground coffee, eggs and ground beef! Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful property on a well cared for home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was absolutely amazing!! Loved the cabin - and the hosts went above and beyond! Thank you so much, Mike and Dulce! One of our best stays yet!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

The place was very clean and quiet. Highly recommend this place to anyone traveling to the area.

Easy access to all the attractions. Peaceful place for all to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very impressed with their hospitality and how clean and organized. Amazing how they had everything you needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich H.

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

Good place to stay while in the Black Hills

Property was very nice, a great location. Everything that we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kory C.

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

Great Place to Stay

Loved this stay. The property was awesome, nice and clean. Beautiful area. I would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerry B.

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

Quiet, convenient stay

This property was very quiet and in a nice neighborhood. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizzy B.

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

Great place for a simple, family stay!

The property was lovely with nice space for eating, playing a few board games and relaxing with the rustic view. It provided a comfortable, welcoming base for a great family visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
My family had an amazing time at the cozy cabin in the hills! Location was great, close to all the attractions in the black hills but out of town and in a quiet area. We would all wake up and look for the wildlife that would walk through the backyard and just enjoy the fresh air and cool mornings!!! The hosts were great and answered all our questions in a timely manor. We are definitely planning on going back to the cozy cabin
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good communication before our stay. Once we arrived the cabin was clean and very well maintained. It was exactly as expected and everything we needed. Nice access to trials and very peaceful at night to relax. Would highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

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

Great Fun in the Black Hills!

Thank you so much, we had a great time staying at your Cabin! The property was spacious, updated, clean, family friendly and beautiful, it had so much room for my kiddos to run around and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the “Forrest!” Perfect location to my”Grammy” for a weekend getaway Black Hills adventure
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Makenzie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was tucked away in the mountains. We loved the peace the nature and woods brought us. The cabin was very clean & the house supplies were good quality. The owners did not skip out on anything. They even provided fresh food supplies for us! They provided maps/brochures for all the adventures that surrounded us! Check in and check out process was easy! I’d HIGHLY recommend and love to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christi J.

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

Best Stay in our History of VRBO

Beautiful location with well maintained property. It was exceptionally well cleaned and stocked. The absolute best hosts we've ever had. Mike and Dulce went above and beyond to ensure we had a great experience (pre frozen beer mugs, fresh eggs, ground coffee). The forethought they put into their guests visits is truly amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clair Clarissa C.

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

Peaceful getaway!

Loved the location, far enough out of Hill City for some privacy but close drive back to town and also the trails! House was perfect for us and the hosts were very responsive! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaden B.

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

Nice cabin, great location for ATV riding

The cabin was perfect for our stay while we rode side by sides and atvs throughout the Black Hills.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica L.

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

Buffalo Roundup

We truly enjoyed our stay. The place was very clean and loved the inside of the cabin, was very enjoyable. We seen some wildlife and enjoyed sitting out by the fire. It was one of the best I have stayed at. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abbie P.

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

Cozy and Perfect!

The cabin was just right for our family. It was clean, quiet and just a short distance from Hill City. We loved it there!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a convenient and beautiful location! The cabin wasmeticulous and there was even fresh eggs and beef for all of us in the fridge. We were able to meet our hosts Dulce and Mike and they were extremely pleasant and attentive to whatever questions we had with the surrounding area.They even referred us to the best German restaurantever, the Alpine in Hill City. Beautiful setting with morning deer in the front yard. Definitely would stay here again! THE GOLDEN GIRLS
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Family vacation

We really enjoyed our time in South Dakota and staying in the house made it better Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaden B.

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

Amazing Place in the Hills

Great, quiet location. Fantastic cabin with a beautiful deck. Excellent for off road riding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Earl L.

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

Great Place!

Nice cabin nestled in the woods! It was a perfect basecamp for our adventures to Rushmore, Custer, the Badlands, etc.! Everything was great and I highly recommend this place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mike and Dulce

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What makes this property unique

Our cabin is a great place to feel secluded with the beautiful Black Hills in all directions yet only be minutes away from town. We are centrally located to all of the attractions the Black Hills has to offer.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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