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Ripplin Creek Haven | 3 Bed, 2 Bath

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A log cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, and a cozy seating area.
A wooden porch with a view of a forested area and a road.
A wooden interior with a staircase, a dining area, and a kitchen.
A log cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a large window.
A wooden interior with a sloped ceiling, a stone wall, and a wooden staircase.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Black Hills National Forest
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Hill City, SD
  • Place, Black Hills National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Main level Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Main level Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Upper Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Ripplin Creek Haven | 3 Bed, 2 Bath

Rippling Creek Haven with Hot Tub and Mickelson Trail Access. The Rippling Creek Haven has been a popular cabin rental since the late 1990's. The cabin has 2 bedrooms on the main floor, each with a queen bed. The main floor also has the kitchen, dining area, full bathroom with laundry, and living room with a gas log fireplace. The second floor includes a bedroom with a king size bed, a small loft overlooking the fireplace with a futon sleeper and a bathroom with shower. The loft has 2 additional queen beds. This cabin has a wall AC unit in the loft and one in the living room, Roku TV and internet access. The deck has outdoor seating and a table as well as a gas grill and a private hot tub. The hot tub is available all year. A gas fire pit with seating is in the back yard, near the hot tub. Located 4 miles west of Hill City, Rippling Creek Haven offers direct access to the Mickelson Trail, a hiking/biking and horseback riding trail. There is a catch & release wet weather stream on the property and it is near numerous mountain lakes for catch & keep fishing. Centrally located in the Black Hills, this cabin offers a quick fifteen to twenty minute trip to all the major Black Hills attractions including Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse Monument, Custer State Park , Needles Highway and many more tourist favorites.

Amenities:

Bedrooms:•3 bedrooms
Bathrooms:•2 bathrooms
Amenities:•Hot Tub, Air Conditioning , Deck Furniture , Towels Provided , Linens Provided , Laundry Soap , Paper Towels , Shampoo , Soaps Basic , Toilet Paper , Hair Dryer , Telephone , Ceiling Fans , Yard ,
Attractions:•Museums , Caves
Communication:•Local Calls Included, WIFI
Dining Area
Entertainment:•TV , Roku, DVD Player
Internet Access:•Wireless Internet
Kitchen:• Microwave , Stove , Refrigerator , Washing Machine , Clothes Dryer , Toaster , Coffee Maker , Dishwasher , 4 Ring Stove , Oven , Cooking Utensils , Freezer , Fully Equipped Kitchen
Leisure Activities:•Sightseeing , Gambling , Fly Flishing , Hunting Big Game , Bird Watching , Shopping , Pier Fishing , Live Theater , Hunting Small Game , Freshwater Fishing , Hiking , Casino
Living Room:• Gas Fireplace
Local Activities:•Boating , Mountain Biking , Kayaking , Cycling , Walking , Antiquing , Photography , Biking , Playground , Streams Nearby , ATV Trails , State or National Park , Fishing , Cross Country Ski Trails , Casino , Hunting , Horseback Riding , Canoeing
Nearby Attraction or Facility:•Restaurants , Wineries and Vineyards , Ruins , Scenic Drives
Outside:•Outdoor Grill Gas , Deck , Parking
Pool or Spa:•Outdoor Hot Tub

Must be 25 years of age to rent units
NO PETS allowed in the rentals or on the premises. Guest will be immediately asked to vacate the property and will forfeit the rental fee.
NO SMOKING IS ALLOWED INSIDE THE RENTAL. Guest will be asked to immediately vacate the property and will forfeit the rental fee.
NO Fireworks, bonfires and fire pits unless in provided propane fire pit, rental is located in the National Forest Service. Be aware if you start a forest fire you are financially responsible.
NO EVENTS
SIgned rental agreement required

Types of Vacations:•Honeymoon , Activity , Adventure , Romantic , Family Friendly , Away from it All , Tourist Attractions , Weekend Getaway , Couples Friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3731513vb
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

Hill City

Hill City is home to this cabin. 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 Black Hills National Forest and Mount Rushmore. Museum @ Black Hills Institute and 1880 Train are also worth visiting.
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Hill City, SD

What's nearby

  • Black Hills National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • 1880 Train - 6 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Custer State Park - 18 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 19 min drive - 29.2 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 20 min drive - 30.6 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chute Rooster Sports Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caboose Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪High Country Guest Ranch - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ripplin Creek Haven | 3 Bed, 2 Bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ripplin Creek Haven | 3 Bed, 2 Bath?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ripplin Creek Haven | 3 Bed, 2 Bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ripplin Creek Haven | 3 Bed, 2 Bath?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ripplin Creek Haven | 3 Bed, 2 Bath located?

Situated in Hill City, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Wade's Gold Mill, Sonja's and Museum @ Black Hills Institute. Twisted Pine Winery and Everything Prehistoric 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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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here previously, great home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 October 2026
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2026
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. . Nice large kitchen and all the amenities we needed. Loved the horses that we could watch out from the back yard. Was located away from the all the busyness and enjoyed the quiet area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2026
Thank you!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thais was a wonderful vacation home for our family. The cabin was well-stocked with everything we needed. Our grandchildren, ages 6, 8, & 11, loved the loft. Being just a few miles out of Hill City put us in the middle of everything we planned to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 August 2026
Thank you! We are so glad you all enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A good spot for us. We would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2026
Thank you! We hope you come again! Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2026
Thank you!! Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great experience staying at Ripplin Creek. Kathleen was a great host and so knowledgeable and helpful. The cabin was very well stocked with so many amenities and fit our needs perfectly for our family. We loved the area and the Mickelson Trail was an extra bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you so much. We are so glad your family enjoyed the time in the Black Hills at the Rippling Creek Haven.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to Hill City and ATV trails. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2026
Thank you! Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beatiful place to stay with the whole family and In-laws. Hot tub while watching the sunrise over the hills was an unexpected gift! AC kept the place nice and cool in 100 heat and the location was right near basically everything in the hills. Would recommend to anyone I know!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2026
Thank you! We appreciate your review.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very cozy! We really liked the stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 November 2025
Thank you, Ashley! We are glad you enjoyed your stay!! Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. The cabin was very comfortable and of course we loved the hot tub. The host was accommodating and accessible when we had questions. It was a easy peaceful weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 March 2026
Thank you, Darla. We are so glad you enjpoyed your stay! Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property at a great location. Easy communication with host. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 August 2025
Thank you! We hope you come back! Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay

Very peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you Barb! We hope you come back again soon. Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ripplin creek

Roomy clean and comfortable with a great location
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2025
Thank you, Joe. We are so glad you enjoyed your time. Come back again! Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Black hills vaca

Great place, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 July 2024
Thank you Angie. We are so gld you enjoyed your stay! Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Location, Wonderful Week

The cabin easily met all our needs. The hot tub was an added plus. Would definitely stay in this cabin or area again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you for staying with us at the Ripplin Creek Haven. Sheralin Black Hills Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Barlow Vacation

Our stay was awewome. We saw many attractions that the area has to offer and are looking forward to our next trip to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you for staying with us at the Ripplin Creek Cabin. Sheralin Black Hills Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2025
Thank you, Bruce. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and comfortable

Clean and comfortable cabin in central location to see SD sights and attractions.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you for staying with us at the Ripplin Creek Haven. Sheralin Black Hills Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

South Dakota get away

Great tlretreat and surroundings Nice set up Really enjoyed the hot tub too
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 October 2023
Thank you Michaela. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect cabin rental

This was a very spacious and clean cabin. We had nine people and it slept nine easily. I would definitely recommend this cabin to anyone wanting to visit the Black Hills. The Jacuzzi is a nice touch.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2025
Thank you, Michael. We are glad you found the cabin to be a good fit for your group! We hope you come back! Kathleen
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

We loved staying here. We roasted s’mores outside and enjoyed the hot tub. The mickleson trail was perfect for walking and biking. Thanks so much for a lovely vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you for choosing the Ripplin Creek Haven. Sheralin Black Hills Retreats
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Black Hills Getaway

We stayed here for a family vacation in the Black Hills. Everything was as expected and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The check in and check out process was very easy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you Cory. We are glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very spacious cabin

Easy access and comfortable for a larger group
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2023
Thank you for staying with us at the Ripplin Creek Haven. Sheralin Black Hills Retreats
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful experience for our family!

Would recommend staying at the cabin to anyone. Cabin was a perfect location to visit MT Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and numerous other activities. We were 10 minutes from Hill City which has many shops, grocery store, and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2023
Thank you for staying with us at the Ripplin Creek Haven. Sheralin Black Hills Retreats

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