Buffalo Lodge: Cozy Log House with Hot Tub

Perfectly Located for Your Black Hills Adventure: Nestled between Keystone, Hill City, Rockerville, and Rapid City, our cabins provide the perfect home base for exploring the beauty of the Black Hills. With convenient access to popular attractions and easy navigation, Hillside Country Cabins is your ideal destination.

Escape to a cozy Black Hills cabin surrounded by scenic pine forests and peaceful mountain views, perfect for a family vacation or group getaway in South Dakota. The cabin features three bedrooms with a queen bed, a twin bunk bed, and two queen beds, plus a Pack ’n Play for added convenience.

Guests can enjoy a full bathroom with a tub and shower, a well-equipped kitchen, and outdoor amenities including deck seating, a charcoal grill, a private hot tub, and access to a community firepit. Set among nature with frequent wildlife sightings, this Black Hills vacation rental is an ideal mountain retreat near Mount Rushmore, Keystone, Hill City, and Custer State Park.

*35 mins to Custer State Park
*15 mins to Mount Rushmore National Memorial
*20 mins to Crazy Horse Memorial
*40 mins to Sylvan Lake
*15 mins to Needles Highway
*40 mins to Jewel Cave National Monument
*45 mins to Wind Cave National Park
*1 hr 15 mins to Badlands National Park
*45 mins to Black Elk Peak
*1 hr to Mammoth Site of Hot Springs

Private Hot Tub
Community Outdoor Firepit
Wi-Fi
TV in Living Room
Charcoal Grill
Outdoor Tables & Chairs
Deck
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Dining
Coffee machine + Coffee grinder with complimentary local coffee beans
Premium 100% Cotton Sheets & Luxurious Bath Towels
1.5 Bath
Air Conditioning and Heating
Parking (free on premises)

Accommodation:
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Twin Bunk Bed
Bedroom 3: Two Queen Bed
Additional Sleeping:
Pack `n Play

Outdoor Living:
Enjoy a peaceful outdoor retreat designed for relaxation and connection with nature. The private deck features comfortable seating with a table, a charcoal grill for outdoor meals, and a soothing hot tub perfect for unwinding under the stars. Stroll along tranquil pathways, take in the scenic surroundings, or gather with friends and family at the community fire pit for cozy evenings outdoors.
Indoor Living:
The inviting interior offers modern conveniences to make you feel right at home, including Wi-Fi, a TV, and a plush sofa couch ideal for relaxing after a day of exploring the Black Hills. Share meals and memories at the dining table, or enjoy quality time with the provided board games. The well-appointed bathroom includes a toilet and shower, ensuring comfort throughout your stay.
Fully Equipped Kitchen:
The kitchen is fully stocked with cups, bowls, plates, mugs, and silverware. Pots, pans, cooking utensils, and barbecue tools are also provided. A coffee machine with complimentary coffee adds to the convenience.

Other Amenities:
The cabin is equipped with a hair dryer, air conditioning, and heating to ensure a comfortable stay. You`ll enjoy the luxury of premium 100% cotton sheets, soft and thick bath towels, and complimentary toiletries. Upon arrival, we provide 3 rolls of toilet paper, 1 roll of paper towels, and a set of shampoo, conditioner, and a bar of soap.

**Please note that we do not offer mid-stay amenities or replenishments. These complimentary supplies are intended to cover shorter stays or help you settle in on your first day and are not designed to last for the entire duration of longer stays. We recommend bringing any additional items you may need for your stay.**

Pet Policy: NO PETS ALLOWED

Wi-Fi:
While our cabin`s rural location may present a different Wi-Fi experience compared to urban settings, we`ve taken steps to enhance connectivity. We`ve upgraded the property with fiber optic cable and installed signal amplifiers to boost the Wi-Fi signal. Despite being in a rural area, we`ve invested in top-notch Wi-Fi infrastructure to provide the best possible connectivity experience.

Parking:
Free parking on premises with designated areas for each cabin.

Practical Information:
4x4 is recommended or required during winter months.

Quiet Hours:
Quiet hours are observed from 10 PM to 7 AM to ensure a peaceful environment for all our guests. We kindly ask that you keep noise to a minimum during this time.

Cleanliness:
Hillside Country Cabins team’s commitment to cleanliness is unwavering. Between each guest, we meticulously mop floors, vacuum carpets, scrub kitchen and bathroom surfaces, replace shower liners, launder all bedding, bleach sheets and towels, and ensure everything is in its place before new guests arrive.

Cancellation:
Cancellation depends on the current VRBO cancellation policy. However, please note that if you cancel, a 4% processing fee will be charged to cover credit card processing and administrative costs.

Get in Touch:
Don`t hesitate to reach out to us whenever you need assistance. Please note that maintenance, except for emergencies, will be handled during regular business hours (8 a.m.–5 p.m.). We`re excited to welcome you to Rapid City and the surrounding area, ensuring a memorable stay at Hillside Country Cabins!

**Please note that this property is not ADA-compliant and does not include handrails or other accessibility features.**
Additional Rules

1. If issues arise during your stay, you`ll have to communicate promptly with us. Good communication between us (the host) and the guest is important for successful stays. You should respond to us (the hosts) within 24 hours when we are reaching out to resolve an issue.

2. It is a `must` to read the entire listing description and the house rules of our property. If, in this case, you DO NOT read over our listing description or house rules and are not comfortable with something that is clearly stated, we will uphold our cancellation policies.

3. No unregistered guests/visitors unless pre approved.

4. Please keep noise to a minimum after 10PM and always be respectful of the neighbors and other tenants in the building.

5. No parties or events unless previously organized in writing with the host. If there’s evidence of a party or event, there’ll be an additional charge of $200.

6. Pet Policy: NO PETS ALLOWED

7. Follow state laws when using the fire pit. Please make sure not to leave fires unattended.

8. For noise complaints:
8.1 If we receive any noise complaints from neighbors a security guard will be called out to the property at a cost of $85 to guests for the first call out.
8.2. If security is called a second time during your stay, you will be charged a $250 fee and be removed from the premises with no refund of your stay.

9. Please be mindful of neighboring personal property such as swing sets. Do not let children play on or use this without prior written permission.

10. No smoking anywhere in this house. If we find evidence of smoking anywhere in the house you will be charged $250 for extra cleaning.

11. Hot tub. The hot tub is always serviced and tested after each guest`s stay. To keep it clean and safe, please follow these guidelines:
11.1 Only swimwear is allowed—no regular clothes.
11.2 Avoid bringing drinks or food into the hot tub to prevent spills and contamination.
11.3 Please rinse off any lotions or oils before entering, as these can disrupt the water`s chemical balance.
11.4 Do not use glass containers to prevent breakage.
11.5 Always keep the cover on when not in use.
11.6 Please note that an extra cleaning fee may be charged if excessive cleaning is required.

12. During the winter season, Guests are expressly prohibited from walking on the ice covering the pond, as this poses a significant safety hazard due to the potential for the ice to break. Additionally, swimming in the pond is strictly forbidden. The property owners shall not bear any liability for injuries or damages resulting from engaging in these prohibited activities.

Follow all check-out procedures:
- Check-out is at 10 AM (unless otherwise agreed upon).
- Wash dishes, and please put them on the drying rack before leaving.
- Place all towels and wash rags on the bathroom floor.
- Remove all trash from the cabin, including any food and condiments in the refrigerator. To dispose of your trash, please use the dumpster that is conveniently located near the cabin 11.

Note:
* Up to $200 extra cleaning fee may be charged if home is left unreasonably dirty and requires more work than usual to clean (for example: mud on the couches). All damages will also be charged to guests.

* Check out time is scheduled for 10:00 am on the day of departure unless previously agreed with the host. If the guest is more than 90 minutes late, the guest will be charged $100.

* Any costs incurred by the host as a result of a late check out will be passed on to you.