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Unique mountain top home on beautiful Edelweiss Mountain in the Black Hills

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Outside
Living room top floor
Dining area for 6
Living area
Game room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Pactola Pines Marina
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Prairie Berry Winery
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • 1880 Train
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 (Primary)

1 Queen Bed

Lowest level or basement

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Unique mountain top home on beautiful Edelweiss Mountain in the Black Hills

Escape into nature and the peace and quiet of the forest in this cozy cabin nestled within the pines. Enjoy the trees, rock outcroppings, and views from the 1000 sq ft of decking. This unique tri level, 2 bedroom , 2 bathroom cabin is located at 5600 Ft above sea level in the heart of the Black Hills and surrounded by National Forest. Located within minutes of Pactola Lake, Sheridan Lake, and the Mickelson & Centennial Trails where you can enjoy boating, fishing, beaches and trails.
Our cabin consist of 3 levels. The top level has a fully equipped kitchen , dining , and living area. Connected by a spiral staircase leads you to the middle level. Here you will find 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. Heading out the sliding door of the guest bedroom will lead you outside and down the stairs to the lowest level. We have equipped this area with a queen sofa sleeper ,TV, game console and bathroom with shower. You will also find the laundry area here. Almost like a separate apartment. Towels and linens are provided. We do receive cell service at our cabin . We do not provide a landline or Wifi. This cabin is not recommended for the elderly or infirm.
Edelweiss Mountain is centrally located. To the South you will find Hill City, Mt Rushmore and Keystone all within 30 miles . A little further is Crazy Horse Memorial & Custer State Park. Historic Deadwood and Lead are located to the North 35 miles. Here you can enjoy Las Vegas style gambling and the Old West. The town of Sturgis, famous for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally , August 1-10,2025 is just 50 miles away. While Rapid City is a short 25 miles or 40 mins . This mountain retreat is truly in the heart of the Hills, hidden away from , but easily accessible to all Black Hills attractions.
You will travel about 2.7 miles of well maintained gravel with two hairpin turns. Once in Edelweiss Mountain Development the roads are paved.
Care of your rental cabin: This cabin is owned by residents of South Dakota who love the Black Hills. We expect that anyone renting our cabin will treat it with care as well as respect the furnishings in the home. We are very respectful members of the Edelweiss Mountain homeowners association. We only want renters who will also hold high regard for the beauty and serenity of our hidden little community.

We invite you to spend your next vacation at our cabin. Whether it's for a week or a few days . Our cabin offers some of the most breathtaking scenery and relaxing atmosphere found anywhere.
Edelweiss Mountain is a gated community assuring you of privacy . Licensed by the South Dakota Department of Health.

It is your responsibility to view pictures and read all property descriptions. Call or email with any questions.

Phase 2 construction is underway, and the first closure begins this spring. Closure C (Sheridan Lake Road to Be Still Road) takes effect on Monday, April 28, 2025, and ends Friday, June 13, 2025. During this time period, the closed roadway will not be open to through traffic. Outside of the closure, but within the construction area, travelers can expect pilot cars and wait times, the use of large construction equipment, narrowed driving lanes, and loose gravel surfacing.
The road closure will begin again with the same closures August 13-October 25, 2025. Please refer to us-385 . com for more details.

How does this affect guest at the Pinetop Hideaway? You will still be able to visit Hill City, Mount Rushmore, Keystone, Custer and Custer State Park but it will take you a little longer to get there. Instead of traveling south on Hwy 385 to your destination you will travel south on Hwy 385 and turn at Sheridan Lake Road and head back into Rapid City to get on Hwy 16. You may already be familiar with this route as it is one of the routes I will suggest getting to our cabin. There are plenty of tourist attractions along this road to take in. This DOES NOT affect Hwy 385 going north to Pactola Reservoir, Deadwood, Lead, Sturgis or Spearfish Canyon.
So, what does this mean for your plans? I suggest that you take a look at the maps and plan your days accordingly. Part of the beauty of the Black Hills are the scenic drives you take!

Property manager

Belinde Cordell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Rates are based on 4 adults. There is a $25 per adult per night fee for extra adults up to six max. Total guest must not exceed 6 no matter what age.
Not for the elderly or infirm

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

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

About the area

Rapid City

Located in Rapid City, this cabin 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 Black Hills National Forest and Mount Rushmore. 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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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Pactola Pines Marina - 17 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Pactola Point Swim Beach - 19 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Prairie Berry Winery - 26 min drive - 19.7 km
  • 1880 Train - 30 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 43 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Forest Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Horse Creek Inn Restaurant & Campground - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Annie Lode Coffee Cabin - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Kickstand Corner - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Country Inn Bar and Casino - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique mountain top home on beautiful Edelweiss Mountain in the Black Hills pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique mountain top home on beautiful Edelweiss Mountain in the Black Hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique mountain top home on beautiful Edelweiss Mountain in the Black Hills?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique mountain top home on beautiful Edelweiss Mountain in the Black Hills located?

Situated in the mountains, 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

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

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

Mountain top cabin

This place is perfect if you are looking to get away from the city life. Beautiful scenery and I spent mornings sitting on the patio watching the sunrise. The cabin was fully stocked with everything that you could possibly need. The owners answered all emails promptly and provided you with lots of site seeing options . I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

M J.

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

So peaceful

The house was wonderful. My 9 and 12 year olds were a little afraid to stay in the bottom floor with the pull out couch since it connected to the house via the deck. I would say this house was perfect for the 4 of us. It had no WiFi which was exactly what we needed for the kids to disconnect and be present. The games were really fun, too!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Hilltop pine hideaway

Unique hilltop destination tucked up in the pine trees. Description was very accurate, the location was perfect for the sightseeing we wished to see; pretty centrally located. If you don’t want a location out in the middle of nowhere this may not be the site for you. Gravel road with hairpin turns to access it.. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Wonderful cabim amd location to recharge

The cabin is perfect size with a lot of outdoor decks to enjoy the fresh air and gorgeous views!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy T.

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

Peaceful retreat with gorgeous morning views

Unique cabin in the woods. Hairpin curves and steep roads were a challenge to get there with a large pickup and trailer, good thing my husband is a trucker. We anticipated a few, but there were several. Bathrooms are small and got a little stuffy but loved the white fluffy towels! Bottom level was a little musty smelling.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

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

Great Family Vacation

We loved having a quiet, comfortable, relaxing place to return to at the end of a busy day. Very clean and really well stocked with bedding, towels, kitchen supplies, games, etc. The whole family loved sitting on the deck in the morning and the end of the day.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

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

Beautiful “Pine top hideaway!”

Such a welcome “retreat” after being a tourist! Loved the deck! Stargazing unparalleled! Grilling/eating on deck so relaxing! Property so well maintained/had everything we could need/want. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Great views

The cabin was clean and had great views. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa D.

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

July 4 week

Nice unit. If you do have issues with stairs, this is not the unit for you. Location. Very remote. Quiet. Private. Well stocked with supplies. I brought items I did not need. I would stay in this unit again if i was not going to be 60 next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

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

Great, Secluded Cabin

Cabin was a nice place to stay, a bit secluded but worked fine for our family of 3. We didn't realize from the directions that it was so far up the mountain so we did spend a fair amount of time in the car during our stay to travel to our other activities. It didn't hamper our vacation, we just had to plan out a little more drive time. Daughter loved the spiral staircase and all the games. We had to do a game night just for her. We never used the bottom floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dale P.

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

Peaceful

Very relaxing and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B., Des Moines, IA

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

Up in the pines

We had a great stay atop Eidelweiss Mountain. This is probably the cleanest vacation rental I’ve ever stayed at! Immaculate. Brenda is responsive without being intrusive. This place is set up like a home, very cozy, with everything you need. The kitchen was really well equipped, with high end coffee maker and calphalon pans. Sometimes you stay at a VRBO and they don’t have a cutting board or the right knife - this kitchen has it all. The outdoor gas Weber grill is also wonderful. On the top deck you’re eye level with the tops of the pine trees, which is what drew me to the property. The layout of the house with the spiral staircase, and having to go outside to get to the bottom level, is a little awkward but manageable for able bodied people. I did wish I had an intercom so I could call people up for dinner. LOL. My kids loved all the games available, and this led to some family interaction after dinner in the evenings. We all appreciated the space to spread out after a long day of sightseeing - me in the kitchen, tween girl on the phone in the bedroom, teenage boy and his father watching football and playing video games in the basement. It’s a bit of a drive from any direction. Even once you turn off the main road you have another 10 minutes twisting and turning on mostly gravel. We always rent places away from the fray, so this is fine for us, and especially typical in the beautiful black hills. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

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

Mountain Cabin

The cabin was great. We loved that is was away from all the hustle bustle. Enjoyed eenong on the deck! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Erin S.

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

Mountain top - central location

This house is very well stocked and the beds are comfortable. We appreciate all the extra touches the owner added to make it fell homey. The decks are lovely and we spent a lot of time outside eating and enjoying the view. Our family of six fit with some adjusting. The spiral staircase was tricky for my 75 year old mom. The basement, as noted in the description, is fully separate so it worked for teenagers but the sofa bed was not great for two full grown teenagers. They did like the gaming system there a lot. Overall, the location is central (takes about 10-15 minutes to get down the mountain to a main road) and we enjoyed The Black Hills immensely.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

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

Great stay

Loved the property. It was such a wonderful property tucked away in the tree tops. Enjoyed mornings and evenings on the deck befor and after a hard day of sight seeing and typical tourist activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ben W.

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

Mountain top solitude

We had a nice time staying on Edelweiss. It's about a 1 hour drive to Custer State Park, wind cave, and crazy horse.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

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

Pine top view

The view was spectacular. The cabin was fully stocked with everything you could need. It was centrally located but away from the heavy tourist path. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne V.

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

Paradise in the Pines

This cabin was even better than we were hoping when we booked last year. The location is perfect for exploring the Black Hills. It is off the beaten path just enough to feel the quiet of the Hills but also convenient enough that we were still able to take in attractions throughout the area. The directions on the site were perfect, and our GPS brought us there without trouble. The furnishings are comfy, the kitchen is very well equipped, but our favorite aspect was the big balcony nestled in the pine trees. We ate breakfast and dinner out there every day of our stay and packed lunches for our daily excursions. The sun rises directly in front of the cabin making a perfect place for sipping coffee and welcoming the day. Our boys (7 and 9) loved the landscape and played the games that were included in the cabin. We did not use the bottom floor (with additional sleeping and bathroom) and the upper two floors were perfect for our family of four. We are saving this location as a favorite and plan to use it again the next time we are in the Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Sue B.

Liked: Check-in, communication

I would not recommend this lodging.

We were aware of the circular stairway but unaware that one couple’s bathroom was down on another floor and had to walk down flight of stairs OUTSIDE to access it. Coffee maker worked with much difficulty. Fry pan worked once. No dishwasher. Five miles of bumpy gravel road to get to place.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Shelley S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful view and well stocked kitchen

It was very peaceful and the views amazing. The 2nd bathroom is in the lowest level and you need to go outside and downstairs to get to it. Very challenging for people with mobility issues. Extra lighting would be helpful on the outside stairs. We made it work for our group. We had a relaxing time.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

jim h.

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

Among the treetops

Secluded property, well maintained, & well stocked, with gorgeous views. Central to many attractions but it is more a place to relax and spend time with nature. It is supplied with pretty much everything you need for a couples' retreat.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Colleen H.

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

Peaceful Place

Really good location being that it is in the middle of the Black Hills. Great for quiet tranquility and starlit skies.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jerry J.

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

Out in the boondocks!!

Was a little hard to find at first. Made a wrong turn nothing like being on top of the world. What a site! Down the hill we go and found the right turn eventually. Cabin was great. Nice and quiet.Beautiful weather. Fishing and site seeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dani S.

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

Great family stay

We loved the remote beautiful location but also centrally located to all the different towns and attractions we planned to visit! The home was clean and comfortable and had every amenity we needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Makele G.

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

Beautiful location

It’s a beautiful location. We loved the neighbors weren’t super close. And we were high enough on the mountain to have a view. We were even able to add an extra day. Loved the Black Hills.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

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