Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City

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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12331.7 sq m

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Barbecue grill
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Rapid City, SD

Bear Country USA
‪4 min drive‬
Reptile Gardens
‪8 min drive‬
Mount Rushmore
‪19 min drive‬
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower level

1 Queen Bed

Lower level

1 Queen Bed

Main floor

1 Queen Bed

Primary

1 King Bed

Upper floor

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Lower level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main floor

Toilet · Shower only

Primary en suite

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Experience breathtaking beauty and outstanding Rapid City attractions when you stay at this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation rental home which sleeps 10 adults. You'll feel like royalty from the moment you arrive at this castle-style home, placed amongst lush green landscape on 3 acres of the rolling Black Hills. With abundant outdoor adventures and unparalleled scenery just minutes away, this fabulous retreat will give you the chance to make lasting memories!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Private Lot | Black Hills National Forest Castle Manor | 3 Wooded Acres

Bring your royal family for a one-of-a-kind South Dakota getaway, secluded in the forest and providing easy access to top attractions like Mount Rushmore.

Master Bedroom: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Bedroom 5: Queen Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Large paved patio w/ 2 shade umbrella dining sets & chaise lounge chairs, path w/ stairs leading to separate fire pit patio, scenic forest surroundings
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, wraparound counter, breakfast nook, built-in stovetop, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, cookware, dishware, glassware, silverware
INDOOR LIVING: Classic decor, decorative brick fireplace, cozy sitting room, spacious dining area & table, 3 full baths (1 w/ clawfoot tub)
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating, air conditioning, Pack ‘n Play, hairdryer, linens/towels
PARKING: Ample driveway parking

-- THE LOCATION --

NATIONAL FOREST RECREATION: Flume Hiking Trail - access from the back of the house (~100 yards), Black Elk Peak Trailhead (24.5 miles)
TOP ATTRACTIONS: Bear Country USA (3.6 miles), Cosmos Mystery Area (5.5 miles), Reptile Gardens (6.0 miles), Mount Rushmore National Memorial (11.3 miles), Custer State Park (12.2 miles), Crazy Horse Memorial (24.8 miles), Jewel Cave National Monument (41.2 miles), Wind Cave National Park (46.5 miles)
NEARBY: Deadwood Sturgis (41.2 miles), (54.2 miles)
SHOPPING/DINING: The Gaslight (0.3 miles), Christmas Village (2.1 miles), Fort Hays Chuckwagon Supper & Show (7.4 miles), Tally's Silver Spoon (13.2 miles), The Shops at Main Street Square (13.3 miles), Rushmore Mall (16.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Rapid City Regional Airport (21.2 miles)

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book

Property manager

Susan and Rich Raposa

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this holiday home is 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 Mount Rushmore. Travelling with kids? Consider Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf and Cosmos Mystery Area.

Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

Bear Country USA - 4 min drive - 5.8 km
Reptile Gardens - 8 min drive - 9.9 km
Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
Mount Rushmore - 19 min drive - 18.3 km
Black Hills Caverns - 26 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

‪Old MacDonald's Farm - ‬3 min drive
‪Cruizzers - ‬10 min drive
‪Shipwreck Lee's Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
‪Boss' Pizza & Chicken - ‬10 min drive
‪Big Thunder Bar and Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City located?

This family-friendly Rapid City holiday home is located in the mountains, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cosmos Mystery Area and Reptile Gardens. Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show and National Presidential Wax Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Phil F.

9 Sept 2024

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

Great Castle

Is a great castle with plenty of room for 11 adults with plenty of space to enjoy the outdoor patio and enjoy the evenings outside. All in all great experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karlowe K.

16 July 2024

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

The vacation hub

The house was exactly as advertised and the owner was very responsive to questions. We enjoyed our stay and made great use of the back patio area as our grandchildren explored the hill behind the house. Very centrally located to all the activities within the Black Hills. We will definitely be considering it again, when we make a return trip

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

11 Aug 2024

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

Sturgis Bike Rally 2024

The Castle was perfect! The location was ideal for our motorcycle daily rides! We cooked several meals and the kitchen was very well stocked! The home was spacious and very comfortable! We had four couples and it could not have been better! Our Host Rich and Susan were very nice and attentive! Evenings on the back patio with fire pit were great! It was truly an enjoyable stay!!!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenna M.

13 June 2023

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

Wonderful home, scenic property

Beautiful home, excellent proximity to many attractions. Clean & comfortable. This home has it all! We loved staying at the castle and will again our next visit!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

28 June 2023

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

Best Vacation Ever!

Everything was phenomenal! The trip, scenery, wildlife, location, activities, house, Rich!!! It was a sibling-vacation and it was PERFECT!!!!! 5-stars isn’t enough!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff Y.

10 July 2023

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

Very nice home and great location

The home was clean and well stocked with everything needed to enjoy our visit. The game room was a lot of fun. The two rooms on each of the three floors gave our family enough room to enjoy separate activities.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann W.

21 July 2024

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

Wonderful Castle!

We spent our family vacation week here with ages 10-79. We’ve stayed at several VRBOs and this one is definitely a favorite. The kitchen is very well equipped. The two tables provided plenty of eating space. Everything is very clean. The patio is beautiful and we used the gas grill. We saw two deer and chipmunks while sitting on the patio. The town of Keystone is fun with shops, sky lift, ropes course and several restaurants. We also were able to see Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, The Needles, Sylvan Lake, chuck wagon cookout, horseback riding and kayaking. I would highly recommend this castle for your stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

1 July 2023

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

Castle

Rooms were clean and very roomy. The castle was close to the attractions we were interested in and very easy to find. We had some deer walk right through the yard while we were there. My son really liked that! Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Gifford H.

4 Oct 2021

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

nothing to add, however we all got food poisoning

Little old on inside, but livable

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

13 July 2023

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

Staycation in the Hills

We did a staycation in the beautiful Black Hills & everyone loved the Castle! Rich & Susan were very prompt with any questions & communication we had. The kitchen was huge & very well stocked for all the items we needed for meals each night. We loved the outdoor deck area. It was perfect for early morning gatherings & evening yard games. We did the Stratobowl hike which was 10 minutes away & went to Hill City to bike on the Mickelson trail which was a 15-20 minute drive. We also enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Gaslight in Rockerville, which was 5 minutes away. Very pleased with our staycation!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

14 Sept 2022

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

Rockerville Castle rocks!

We loved our stay at the Castle in Rockerville! What a wonderful house and location close to all of the best sites in western South Dakota. Mount Rushmore, Needles Highway, Iron Mountain Road, Jewel National Monument Cave, and more is close at hand. The house is appointed exactly as described in the listing. Working with the owners is easy and pleasant. The property is a perfect balance of remote wilderness with backyard privacy and deer roaming in the morning or evening, while also comfortably close to what's needed. I would have happily stayed here longer. We loved our South Dakota adventure, and the Rockerville Castle was a perfect part of it.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite I.

15 Sept 2023

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

great family vacation

My family and I all meet here from around the country for a family vacation. It was perfect. The property owner was great. There was a power outage during our stay and the generator didn't kick on. They came to the property in no time and got it up and running. The power came back on later in the night. Over all everyone had a great stay. My nephew enjoyed the arcade in the finished basement. My parents liked that there was a bathroom on the main floor (no stairs after a day of adventures), my husband and i loved the master with the large soaking tub. Everyone love how comfortable the beds were. over all I'd give this property a 10 out of 10.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

3 Sept 2021

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

The best VRBO experience I’ve had so far!

The owners of this property are amazing! Our flight arrived early, and they allowed us to drop our luggage off, use the restroom, and change while they were still cleaning 3 1/2 hours before our check-in time, so that we could get started with our day. WOW! They were kind, hospitable, and encouraged us to contact them directly if we had any questions or concerns. The castle was clean, comfortable, fun, and perfect for the kids to run around outside, and then settle in for movies and games in the basement at night. The castle is in a perfect location right in between Rapid City and the other attractions around Mount Rushmore. I wish I could give it six stars ❤️We had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mende K.

26 June 2023

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

Brothers Vacation with Families

Our stay at the Castle house was wonderful. The accommodations were just what we needed. The basement area was great for the kids to hang out, play some nostalgic video games with the older kids (parents), watch a movie and relax after a long day of activities. The rest of the house was equally as nice. The bedrooms were just what we needed and the bathrooms were very clean and updated. I loved the castle-like hardware on all of the doors. It's definitely a unique house and fun to stay at. The location was fairly central for drives to Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Deadwood, the Badlands, etc. We didn't need to contact the hosts for anything, because everything that we needed was already provided. The host did reach out to us before our arrival and afterward to make sure we were taken care of which was very much appreciated. If were ever in the area again, I would love to stay there again. I will be mentioning it as an option for others that I know who may be making there way out west to see what South Dakota has to offer. Thank you Rich and Susan for allowing us to stay in your magical castle.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Alice T.

8 June 2022

Disliked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Locked Out

The Property Manager gave the wrong entry code in the VRBO App so we had no access to the house trying the code over and over. Called the manager and he said "He forgot he changed it." Went to use the fire pit and no propane so had to go out and buy a tank and had a hard time messing with it to actually get it going. One of our guys fixed it. The grill was caked with bbq and had to be cleaned the burners were caked up and clogged the flames shot up almost burning my husband to be. Be careful on the stairwell they are small carpeted and dangerous for older people to walk down. I was hit with ridiculous fees in check out with rude remarks when I paid in advance for a cleaning service, they exaggerated the time we left which wasn't at 10 more like 10:45 sorry just was married. No alarm clocks or clocks, TV's are limited, so are showers. There was a man on the slope of the hill staring down at the house it scared me, no house phones to call 911 so make sure your phones are charged up. It's nice but the beds are dated and uncomfortable. I will never want to ever stay there after the way the wife spoke to me and the husband, I had to dispute ridiculous charges and I did settle for a less amount because a dog did come in and no pets allowed. Lastly, if you are wanting to be paid a cleaning charge up front then don't complain about the cups we placed in the sink.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

23 Aug 2024

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

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirk G.

28 Nov 2022

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

Thanksgiving

The property was exactly what and where we needed. Private but close to things to do. Rich and Susan were fantastic and very responsive.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

7 Aug 2022

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

Awesome Time!

We had a fabulous time at your home. It was truly perfect in every way!! The space was perfect for our friend group, and the driveway and garage was awesome for the motorcycles. The only little thing, the master bedroom is actually on the 2nd floor. Not a big thing but just wanted to mention if anyone can't go up the stairs for that bedroom. Appreciated all of your suggestions for dining, we tried out several that were just yummy. Thank you also for being so responsive to our pre-trip questions also, it really helped to set us up for success. Look forward to another stay sometime. Thank you again!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janie H.

26 July 2022

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

Stay at the castle

Great location. All as described. No problems so did not need to communicate with property manager during our stay. A lot of room to spread out. 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms was perfect for 3 families. Large back patio was great for visiting and playing games in the evening. Well- furnished and clean.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra G.

18 July 2022

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

ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL

4 siblings & 3 spouses (most retirement age) enjoyed a vaca in the Black Hills. The Enchanted Castle easily accomodated us all with room to spare. It was most adequately furnished and very clean. Big rooms, kitchen well furnished & spacious patio outside. Great location too. Cannot think of 1 thing to say that is unfavorable! I highly recommend this VRBO.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

16 July 2022

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

Well appointed and great location

This property is fantastic for larger groups. Plenty of bathrooms and sleeping areas. The kitchen is well appointed. Dealing with the owners was a breeze.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C., Jonesboro, AR

28 June 2022

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

The Castle was Magical!

I knew the Castle was going to be special but it was so much more than that! The owners were friendly and communicative and helpful and to me, that's everything. The location was beautiful - private but not isolated, with a beautiful patio and a stairway leading to a sitting area on the hillside. Our grandchildren ran those stairs a hundred times! Ha! Then they went inside and slid down the stairs to the basement on their heinies a thousand times! The Castle is decorated beautifully, was spotless and had everything we could possibly have needed to make our stay memorable. Our bedding and bath linens were soft and comfy and I found myself wishing I had more time to nap. (The higher altitudes were a bit of an issue for me.) We highly recommend the Castle and it's owners! Would one-hundred percent stay again and again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenn P.

14 June 2022

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

Wonderful family Vacation

Extremely easy to rent the property.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy B.

26 May 2022

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

Perfect Stay

The castle is a beautiful place to stay while in the Rapid City area. It's perfect location makes it a quick drive to all the wonderful sites. The home was clean and had all the amenities of home, including comfy beds! The Ms. Pac Man arcade game was a huge hit with our 80's crew! The owners have done a great job anticipating and meeting any need one might have away from home. They were incredibly responsive to all questions! Our visit to South Dakota was a memorable one!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G., Greenwood Village

3 Nov 2021

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

Beautiful Castle!

This property is beautiful! Comfy beds, great kitchen, and amazing scenery.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

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5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower level

Lower level

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Upper floor

3 bathrooms

Lower level

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Primary en suite

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