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Gorgeous Cabin in the Woods, Near Black Hills Attractions

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Your porch--spacious, with flagstone surround for the grill
Front of entire house. Yours is the upper (22') deck with a view of the forest
Shady Grove: Like us, visitors have called it "paradise". Enjoy your stay!
stone walkway to upper level, "Redtail Hawk" with porch facing woods.
"A Room with a View": Great Room dining area (extension table seats 4-6)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Nemo, SD
  • Wonderland Caves
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Black Hills Caverns
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Pactola Pines Marina
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Spearfish, SD (SPF-Black Hills)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous Cabin in the Woods, Near Black Hills Attractions

Shady Grove Cottage is a cabin located in the Black Hills near Nemo, SD, and about 25 miles from Rapid City. There are two units in the cabin, with one reserved for owners. Units are separate, with no connecting stairs. The rental unit is 1300 sq. feet. It has a lodge-like feel, with a vaulted ceiling, a 22-ft. deck, unique decorations, hickory wood cabinets, and stainless steel appliances. It sits on five private acres, with a stream at the end of the driveway, a lake just down the road, tall pines and aspen, and a million night-time stars. Hiking trails are right outside the door. However, we need to limit ATV's, due to landscaping issues.
All amenities are provided, including a living room/great room area, fully equipped kitchen, dishwasher, clothes washer and dryer, towels and bed linens, satellite TV, and internet access. The unit comfortably sleeps 5 -6 on a king bed, queen bed, two single beds.
Shady Grove is centrally located among all Black Hills attractions, including Mt. Rushmore, historic Deadwood, Spearfish Canyon, Custer State Park, the town of Sturgis, home of one of the nation's largest motorcycle rallies, and Rapid City. Devil's Tower (Bear Lodge) is a 1/4-day drive.
There is a three-night minimum for rentals. Upon leaving, guests may choose to do LIGHT cleaning of the unit, or elect to leave cleaning to us. If so, a surcharge of $100.00 will apply. There is a $250.00 FULLY REFUNDABLE damage/security deposit. (The owner's unit will also be offered for the Sturgis Rally, 2023. It comfortably sleeps 4 and has 1 bathroom. (See listing #705361)
Rally Goers please note--Respectful, appropriate behavior is welcomed. Your guests are only welcome between 10 AM-6 PM.

Property manager

Linda
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Sadly, we cannot provide a highchair.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pups must be crated or at least asleep by 10 PM.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Turn off propane tank after grilling. NEVER put a hot pan in the sink. Close doors when air conditioning is on.

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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nemo

Located in Nemo, this cabin is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Wonderland Caves, while Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame and Dinosaur Park are cultural highlights. Watiki Water Park and Storybook Island 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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Nemo, SD

What's nearby

  • Wonderland Caves - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Black Hills National Forest - 25 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Black Hills Caverns - 31 min drive - 29.8 km
  • Pactola Pines Marina - 33 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 63 min drive - 53.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sugar Shack - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Cousins Pub and Pizza at the Big Chair - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Pasta Corral - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Big Mamas - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Burgers - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Cabin in the Woods, Near Black Hills Attractions pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Cabin in the Woods, Near Black Hills Attractions?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Cabin in the Woods, Near Black Hills Attractions?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Cabin in the Woods, Near Black Hills Attractions located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Wonderland Caves and 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Black Hills National Forest. Petrified Forest of the Black Hills and Thunderhead Falls are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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. 138 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 147 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kurtis S.

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

Nice quiet home like staycation

Clean, WiFi available and all the amenities that we needed, close to all sightseeing areas in all directions overall great experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette W.

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

S

Beautiful cabin, great location. Hosts are super friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David D.

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

Beautiful location and property.

Over the top quality, fully accommodating, easy going owners, Would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug L.

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

Nemo

Excellent place. From cleanliness to quite comfortable beds.Everything was perfect. Would recommend to everyone and would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tanya W.

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

Peaceful retreat

A great home base to explore.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad F.

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

Turkey Hunt

Awesome- great location
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hunter B.

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

Beautiful black hills getaway

Amazing location, perfect distance to surrounding attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

So relaxing and wonderful place to stay!

Easy process and owners are wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

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

nice place to stay

Nice Quiet place. great location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig A.

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

Wow!

Talk about impressive! This was by far the cleanest most stocked VRBO we have ever stayed at. We were apprehensive about staying in a place where the residence lived below. It was not a problem at all. Carol was wonderful and did not bother us. The cabin is centrally located between the trail system and local attractions.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christiana T.

Nice home off beaten path

Loved our stay. Clean, nice home in beautiful area near Nemo. Hosts/owners were very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Beau L.

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

Perfect for families

Everything we needed to make all our meals, enjoy some solitude, and have great access to all the nearby highlights. Wonderful hosts, can't recommend enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

Wonderful Place in the Woods

Carol is an outstanding host and we really enjoyed our stay at Shady Grove. The location is quiet and scenic, and within 30-45 minutes from area attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

DENISE S.

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

Relaxing weekend in the hills!!

such a nice place, beautiful early walks, so peaceful, just what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Very nice cabin

Our family had a great stay here. Cabin was just as advertised and very nice. Everything was clean and tidy. Carol, the host, was very nice and easy to talk to. Would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul R.

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

Amazing getaway

We had a great stay. Carol is a really great host and very knowledgeable of the area and what there is to see and do. We really enjoyed how quiet it was and watching the birds and squirrels.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Great place to stay

Everything as shown on listing. Great area to go hiking and run SxS.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Quiet clean relaxing

My family of 5 enjoyed our stay very much. Carol was very accommodating, open and the place was plenty of space for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kent D.

Cabin as advertised. Well stocked, comfortable beds plenty of room to relax.

Carol was a great host. Thanks so much for being so welcoming Huck and the family had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Neat get-a-way!

We had a total of 4 adults and 4 children - and it was just perfect! Roomy, clean, and all the amenities needed! We will definitely plan to stay the next time we are in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Curtis G.

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

Beautiful Spot!

The cabin was spacious, decorated in a lovely way and was very clean. The view off the front deck of the meadow was beautiful. The location was near paths for our pups to run, a great golf course was not too far and a perfect spot to take a day for sightseeing. Thanks for the great long weekend stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janell M.

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

Great find

Our stay was delightful in this Lovely home and setting . Kitchen is well equipped we cooked several of our meals here after long day of sight seeing. Also great location to see the area. Carol is a great hostess.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce G.

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

Family vaca in the Hills

Peaceful and beautiful property and home that is perfect for getting off the grid a bit, yet close enough to enjoy Mt Rushmore, Lake Pactola, Spearfish Canyon and all the scenery along the way. The owners are kind and inviting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mellissa M.

Beautiful place to stay!

Carol and Lin are wonderful, they have everything you needed for cooking, hiking, swimming, and just enjoying quiet time. We will miss staying there and hope to come back soon. We will also miss Clancy thier puppy dog, she is adorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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

Beautiful, quiet retreat in the hills

I wanted to take my Dad and my kids on a truly authentic black hills road trip from MN and this was the perfect spot to stay in between the Northern and Southern hills. We were a half hour drive from Lead, Deadwood, Spearfish etc and an hour to drive to Custer. Carol and Linda's cabin was very comfortable, clean and warm to return to each day and they were very gracious and helpful hosts. Also, the little Mercantile store in Nemo was a great spot to stop to eat at the end of a long day before returning home and was just 10 minutes from the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Linda

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I am a retired child psychotherapist. Graduated with an MSW from University of Iowa while the earth was cooling! I lived and practiced n Chicago for 40 years. Co-owner Linda Boyle is a singer-songwriter, artist, and does shadow puppetry. With encouragement and time permitting, she will provide you with an evening sing-along around the fire pit.

Why they chose this property

I grew up in the Black Hills and left there, restless to see the world, when I graduated high school--couldn't wait to leave. Now that a few decades have passed, I could not wait to retire and get back for good.

What makes this property unique

I have a very busy time of it when I can get out there. It takes a lot of energy to walk the woods and peaks with my dog, look out back to see if the bachelor elk is coming by, pick up fossils, watch the sunset from Custer Peak, lie on my back in an innertube, and meditate on the front lawn. When friends visit, we go to Deadwood, Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and ride the 1880 train. The Warrior's Work gallery in Hill City is amazing, and Prairie Edge store and museum in Rapid in remarkable. Custer State Park is un-missable, and the rock shops and antique-ing are wonderful. Come on by!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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