This rustic Pactola Escape Cabin is perfect for large families. The cabin is located near Pactola Lake with access to the Black Hills National Forest. The main level has 2 bedrooms each with a queen bed. The upper level has a bedroom with a queen bed and a loft area with a double. The basement has a bedroom with a queen bed and 2 twin beds. There are three full bathrooms and a large living room area with a beautiful fireplace. The basement contains a pool table and ping pong table, and the cabin is on Edelweiss Mountain, just off Highway 385. The central location makes it easy to reach major attractions within a 30-minute drive. Plus, there are 2 acres to explore around the cabin, and the National Forest is in the backyard. The area is very scenic and has an abundance of wildlife, including turkey and deer. The only drawbacks are the limited cell service and the three miles of gravel road leading to the house. Verizon is the main cell provider, but there is high-speed internet available. There is no air conditioning other than a portable air conditioner on the main level. There is space for up to four vehicles, and one 16-foot trailer.
Property manager
Edelweiss Mountain Lodging
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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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
About the area
Rapid City
Rapid 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. Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are also worth visiting.
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 63 min drive
Restaurants
Black Forest Inn - 13 min drive
Rimrock Happy Tavern - 27 min drive
Horse Creek Inn Restaurant & Campground - 19 min drive
Kickstand Corner - 21 min drive
Bistro on the Terrace - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Pactola Escape Cabin ATV Trails Close! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Pactola Escape Cabin ATV Trails Close!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pactola Escape Cabin ATV Trails Close!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pactola Escape Cabin ATV Trails Close! located?
Situated in Rapid City, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Pactola Pines Marina, Black Hills National Forest and Pactola Point Swim Beach. Sheridan Lake and Sheridan Lake North are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We spent a week there in late July. Family of ten, ranging from age 12 to 72. Home was spacious enough to accommodate our group. Relaxing scenery. Centrally located to Black Hills destinations (Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, Spearfish Canyon, Deadwood, etc.)
Despite a little hiccup with the hot water heater (which was taken care of quickly) our stay was great. would recommend this for a quite getaway up high on the mountain. there is adequate parking (we had an 18 foot trailer and three cars as well as six bikes) there is about 2-3 miles of gravel to get to the cabin and some steep hills, fine for most riders, but I would not take a first time rider here. Good communication with property manager. Have fun and enjoy the best of South Dakota.
Spacious, comfortable cabin in a somewhat remote location
Nine friends and family enjoyed our weekend at this spacious, 3-story cabin in the woods. Everything from booking to check-in to communication with Julie — went super smoothly. The only downside is a 3-mile long mountain gravel road to the cabin. Try to arrive before dark and preload the maps because you will likely have no phone service.
Loved the property. Communcation very clear. Simple check out. We had three days of hiking, wildlife drives and fishing. Saw 250 bison at dusk. Teens loved wildlife. Fresh trout dinner was great!
Craig K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
2/10 Terrible
Kathy D., Sulligent, Alabama
21 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Mount Rushmore
Just to far out, to hard to find, not udated, no internet, no dishwasher, had to drive the trash to the dumpster,
We had a really fun time at Pactola Escape! The property looks exactly like the pictures. Some reviews have complained that it is outdated, but that is obvious from all the photos. Everything was in perfect working order, it's just not a modern cabin. The property is really beautiful. We were there during 100 degree days and the portable AC units and ceiling fans did their jobs to keep the temperature comfortable. Julie is really easy to work with and responds quickly to messages. We had 4 kids with us and they enjoyed the basement with ping pong and movies. The cabin is pretty close to Lake Pactola and we spent most days there. It's a gorgeous lake. We would go back again.
Other than a tricky driveway up the mountain, the cabin was absolutely perfect for our vacation needs. It was picturesque, clean and well stocked. The bedroom and living area were perfect for large groups. And the scenery was beautiful and peaceful. well worth the trip.
We really enjoyed our stay on The Mountain. Everything was just as shown. Very very clean and well stocked in all .
Very good experience!
Thank you to management and property owner.
It was perfect! We were able to have peace and quite. Our phones did not always get reception but that was ok because we enjoyed family time and nature instead of our phones.
Kids loved the game room. Kitchen had everything you need. Could use a bit of updates. Beds could use new mattresses, but we had a wonderful time and deck was beautiful.
Denise U.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
6/10 Okay
Dianne F.
15 July 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication
Our stay
Cabin is VERY outdated and has poor air circulation. Pretty sure everything is from the original build. For the price I would have expected better quality. Electrical outlets are old and don’t “hold” the power cords well at all. Definitely a ways up the mountain. But it suited our needs and was plenty big enough for us.
My family and I loved this cabin. It's surrounded by woods which what we wanted. The cabin is equipped with everything we need and very spacious for a family of 13. The pool table in the basement is a plus for teenagers to hang out. My favorite part of the cabin is the wrapped-around deck. Also, the manager is very helpful and always catered to our needs. It's my dream cabin getaway. Though we didn't like driving on the gravel road, we all had a wonderful time staying in this cozy place.
We loved the deck and the cabin had great spaces for our group of 4 couples. The cabin could use some updating, and the walls are really thin though. Basement smelled a little and there were some cobwebs in corners.
Had a great stay. The property is located quite a ways up the mountain with a dirt road. We left our bikes at the base at the office lot and road back and forth up the hill in the truck. Great stay.
The house was great for an extended family. There was enough space and separation of bedrooms for each family to have their own space to escape to. The common spaces were spacious enough that we could all gather to hang out. The deck was big enough we could all be out there at once. We loved this house.
I had a wonderful time at this cabin. The proprietor was very accommodating when unexpected bad weather rolled in and she set us up in a cabin closer to the road.
This cabin was built by John and Virgina Koenig of Webster. Friends of my parents. My dad actually helped wire the cabin
I did not know this until arriving at the cabin and making the connection
What a fun discovery!!
Bruce R.
10/10 Excellent
Terrence J.
1 Sept 2018
Beautiful Rushmore getaway !!!
This is a secluded rural getaway..we had beds for at least 12 in this cozy cabin, it was clean and we had a full kitchen and 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms , also a pool table and ping pong table as well as a small tv and DVD player stocked with family movies and board games...Julie in the office was very helpful and sweet, only minutes away from Rushmore and downtown Rapid city.
Terrence J.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
About the host
Hosted by Edelweiss Mountain Lodging
We are a family owned business here at Edelweiss Mountain Lodging. We treat our guests as we want to be treated while on vacation.We love exploring the beautiful Black Hills with our family. We operate an atv tour business Black Hills Outdoor Fun. We love meeting people and helping them enjoy their time in the hills. We were born and raised in South Dakota . I personally will be here to meet you and help you with any questions. Looking forward to meeting you and your family! Motorcycle riders this home has 3 miles of gravel to the home. There is parking for 1 trailer. We do provide parking at our office area lot for an additional cost.
Why they chose this property
Pactola Escape is just 6 miles from beautiful Lake Pactola and 30 minutes from Rapid City, SD. Further South is Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse and many more attractions only 25-30 miles away. The famous Deadwood is located 32 miles north. The attractions and explorations are endless. We can get you t hiking trails and fishing areas that are off the beaten path. Black Hills Outdoor Fun is located at the Edelweiss Mountain Lodging Office. If you book a tour with us you will get 15% off the tour. Motorcycle riders this home has 3 miles of gravel to the home. There is parking for 1 trailer. We do provide parking at our office area lot for an additional cost.
Languages:
English
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