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Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge.

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
NZ$880
avg per night

Explore the area

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Hill City, SD
  • Place, Wade's Gold Mill
    ‪5 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

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5a

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 5b

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 5a

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 5b

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$880
avg per night

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About the area

Hill City

Located in Hill City, this lodge is in a rural area. 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. Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Wade's Gold Mill - 5 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Museum @ Black Hills Institute - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Twisted Pine Winery - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • 1880 Train - 6 min drive - 8.5 km
  • South Dakota State Railroad Museum - 6 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar and Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪High Country Guest Ranch - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪1885 Steakhouse and saloon - ‬7 min drive
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About this property

Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge.

Welcome to the Mickelson Trail Lodge

Custom built lodge with 6 bedrooms, 6 1/2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, dining room, screened porch with 20’ cathedral ceiling. Log covered patio with mammoth wood burning fireplace, private swimming pool and gardens, and featuring a unique hot tub with spectacular views of the valley. (Hot Tubs are not available during the months of January & February).

The pool is open Memorial Weekend-Labor Day weekend. (weather permitting).

We only allow 1 dog per cabin. We don't allow any other type of animals. Dogs must be less than 20 lbs. Dogs must be on leash when walking around the property, please clean up after your dog as well! If there’s evidence of excessive dog hair in the cabin. There’ll be an additional $300 charge. Please bring a kennel for the dog, so they are not loose in the cabin. Dogs are not allowed on any type of furniture or bedding.

There is absolutely No smoking/Vaping anywhere in this cabin. If we find any trace of smoking/Vaping anywhere in the cabin, there will be a $300 fee.


Located in the Heart of the Hills, just minutes away from Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, and all major Black Hills attractions.

We have 24 Hour Security Cameras on Property.

Disclaimer: Cell phone & Wi-Fi reception is very limited. Also, there is no washer/Dryer unit available at this cabin.

Western Sky Vacation Homes, LLC manages Mickelson Trail Lodge.

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Notify us before booking
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Check with Property Manager on pet policy..
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside only!
Family atmosphere: We maintain and enforce a 10 P.M. quiet time. We will not tolerate loud parties and music at any time of the day or night.
Hot Tub water is changed between stays. We ask please do not change the temperature on hot tub and/or adjust, remove the chemical floater. Thanks!

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Notify us before booking
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. ?

As of 17 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. on 17 April 2026 start from NZ$880, 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.

Is Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. pet-friendly?

Yes, Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is within 6 miles (10 km) of Wade's Gold Mill, Things That Rock and Sonja's. Museum @ Black Hills Institute and Twisted Pine Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 174 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very peaceful and very clean. I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matt was awesome to work with! Very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. The lodge was great. The rooms were big and easily accommodated our party of five adult couples and five kids. The outdoor space was great! Used the fireplace and hot tub every night.Location is perfect for a stay in the Black Hills!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matt came over to welcome us shortly after we got into the house. He was very gracious and gave us a lot of good information. The unit was clean and spacious, and the location was very nice for a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gena G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. We really enjoyed the place and the Black Hills. Would stay again if we gad the chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time in a wonderful place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place and we even witnessed a wedding next door!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

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

Great place!

We truly enjoyed our stay. We had plenty of room and truly enjoyed the poo, hot tub and outdoor fireplace. It was convenient located close to hill city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dale S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was enjoyable for our stay. We could have had more silverware, washcloth and hand towel in the kitchen. Also some beach towels for the hot tub. It would have been nice to have a washer and dryer too.These are just some suggestions, overall it was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin! We will be back! Loved the pool, location, layout of the cabin! It was all great!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leslie d.

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

great place to stay

we had a great time enjoyed very much love the location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Great Spot for a Large Group

The property had more than enough room for our group of 8. The host was very friendly and helpful. Good location to access anything you want to see in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Great place to stay with family and friends!

Good location for having fun in the Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!! Had everything we needed. Great location and Matt was great to work with! We had a large group of 18 people. Woke up to horses each morning. Just missing a large indoor common area for everyone but the outdoor space was great with the fire!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here with my entire family for a little hills getaway. We loved the location. Tucked away outside of hill city, in a small development. There were horses running around in the area that the kids could feed and interact with. The bike trail is right on the property also. Huge grassy yard. Hot tub was nice. Pool was also nice. The house is huge. Lots of space for everyone and plenty of sleeping space
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

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

Awesome property would definitely book again

Awesome accommodation, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Awesome!

What a great place! Don’t hesitate! Super roomy - cleaning staff SO helpful & friendly - great location for all the things. We would 100% stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great! A lot of rooms and beds for are 8 adults and 8 kids. Hot tub and pool were a hit! Hot tub not too hot. We had a super time there and would like to rent it again sometime. Beautiful quiet area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracie M.

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

Black hills Atv riding

Great property excellent location. Listing is accurate. Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi J.

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

Family Vacation

We enjoyed every minute of our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trina S.

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

Family stay

Great place for the family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad A.

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

Great Cabin and Location for a Family Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back if it works out for us in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Roberta L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great views

The property was very clean. The beds are awesome. The downfall is there’s no group seating overall we had a great time. The best part with the horses that ran by every morning.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tessa S.

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

Awesome House!

Check-in was easy. House was amazing and had everything we could have asked for (especially for the kids... they enjoyed the pool, hot tub, and games available). Matthew was great to work with and answered any questions we had in a timely manor! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

50th wedding anniversary

We celebrated our 50th anniversary with our family at this property. There were 17 of us and had plenty of room inside and a place to play games outside! Enjoyed the pool, hot tub and petting the horses close to the back yard! It was a quiet and spacious area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025