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Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown!

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Driveway from the Main road.
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6117.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hill City, SD
  • 1880 Train
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Prairie Berry Winery
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Needles Highway
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown!

Tin Mill Cottage is located just off Old Hill City Road on a quiet wooded lot. Enjoy your coffee in the morning or evening gatherings on the deck or covered gazebo sitting area facing the woods. Deer and turkey are common visitors to the yard and adjacent wooded lot! Tin Mill Cottage is conveniently located on a hillside overlooking the route of the 1880 Train as it chugs up Tin Mill Hill towards Keystone and is a short walk to the downtown area. Tin Mill Cottage is just a short walk to nearby Major Lake for fishing.
This cottage has become a favorite cabin for families seeking an affordable stay in the Black Hills. It has two bedrooms, each with a queen bed, and a queen portable folding (firm) mattress (recommended for children only) to accommodate 6. NO MORE than 4 adults and two children. It has an electric fireplace in the living room. There is one bathroom with tub and shower, laundry, AC wall units, SMART TV is ready for your own streaming package with your personal user codes. Cable TV is provided as well as free, high speed WIFI. The fully furnished kitchen (with dishwasher) and gas grill on the deck helps keep your vacation affordable by allowing meals to be made 'at home'. However, there are many nearby restaurants for those who are 'truly on vacation'!
A car port affords shaded parking for two vehicles.
NO PETS, NO SMOKING.
Please note that photos of this cabin on this web site are current and have not been digitally enhanced.

Check our availability calendar for the dates desired. Don't see the dates needed? Ask us about the Old Town Cottage VRBO # 274119, another nearby rental under our management!

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Property manager

Kim and Marcia Benning, Heart of the Hills Vacation Homes
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
Our maximum number of 6 includes children.
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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
No wood outdoor fire-pits Guests have several parking options but must not block the driveway for the housekeeper's daily hot tub checks

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
Property Registration Number 5963

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hill City

Located in Hill City, this cabin is on a lake. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. 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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Hill City, SD

What's nearby

  • Teddy Bear Town - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • 1880 Train - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Prairie Berry Winery - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Needles Highway - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 17 min drive - 14.2 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria Mangiamo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Silver Dollar Saloon - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar & Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Hill City Cafe - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tin Mill Cottage on a quiet wooded lot, walking distance to downtown! located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Teddy Bear Town, Things That Rock and Sonja's. Museum @ Black Hills Institute and Twisted Pine Winery are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

William R.

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

Tin Mill stay

Fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda B.

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

Tin Mill Cottage Hill City, SD

Instructions for both check in and check out were very easy and straight forward. Kim and Marcia are very organized and easy to communicated with. The cabin was incredibly clean, cozy and spacious. The cabin sits in a convenient location just above the town but feels like your in your own little slice of heaven. We really enjoy the beautiful Black Hills and will be returning again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

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

Tin Mill

Location is great. Nice quiet area and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Tin mill house

Nice house, very comfortable. Located close to downtown, walkable. Marcy was very Gracious and communication was fabulous. Thank you for allowing us to use your house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karri K.

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

Biking Vacation

We had a great time biking George Mickelson trail. The house was extremely close to the trail. Also close to all other attractions. Will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lois L.

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

Wonderful Retreat

We did a “blue highways” road trip which ended in Hill City SD. We spent a week in this wonderful home on the top of a hill overlooking part of Hill City. The home of Marcia and Kim provided everything we needed plus more. The outdoor decking was wonderful, the communication with our host couple perfect. Did I mention the Osprey, deer, and industrious squirrels? Definitely a home to return to again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Tin Mill Cottage get away

The property is located right in town. It is nestled in the trees and is adorable and quaint. Every bit of the property was well maintained. The house was very clean and comfortable. The owners were excellent to work with. The house everything by you need. Our stay was wonderful. Looking forward to coming again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James P.

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

grandchild getaway

great 2 bedroom cabin close to all the attractions. was perfect for our special vacation trip with our 12 yo granddaughter.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Black Hills Family Vacation

We absolutely loved our stay here! The location was perfect. The property is secluded while still being within walking distance to downtown Hill City. It was very clean and had all the amenities we needed. The space was the perfect size for my wife and I and our four kids (ages 7-11). We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karmen D.

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

Amazing stay

Great location, property was clean, easy check in and out process!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Tin Mill Cottage

The Tin Mill Cottage was perfect for our family's week getaway in the Black Hills. Perfect location, excellent communication and well furnished home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Beautiful Cabin

We absolutely loved staying at this place. Very peaceful and was super clean. I would highly recommend and would stay again. July 3-6 2024
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

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

Tinmill

Great place
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather N.

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

N Family Vacation 2024

We loved our stay at the Tinmill Cottage. It was the center of everything we wanted to do. Had laundry onsite which was super helpful. Living room and kitchen were very spacious! We enjoyed hearing the train coming and going.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

The J.

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

Great Location, Great Cabin, Great Stay

We absolutely loved this property for our 6 night stay. It was walking distance to Hill City restaurants and grocery store (if you chose), but on the "quiet" side of the hill. The quiet was only broken by the entertaining whistle of the 1880 tourist train every few hours between 9 and 5ish. The location was convenient to our hiking trailheads in Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. The cabin was perfect for the two of us, but could have been just as comfortable for family with children. We found the cabin to be immaculately clean with all the appliances up to date and in working order. The living room and kitchen was spacious with lots of natural light. There was a deck on three sides of the home with multiple seating areas, one under a small gazebo. The kitchen and bathroom was furnished with all the necessities needed for most occupants. We did have to provide some storage bags and spices, but all was good. The beds were comfortable, the handheld pulsating shower head was good and there was plenty of hot water. We appreciated having the covered carport to protect our vehicle from the elements and the willingness of the owner allowing us to hose the dirt from our car after driving on the gravel highway to Spearfish. We would strongly recommend this property for anyone looking to feel like they were getting away from it all while being in the middle of everything.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

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

Gold in Black Hills

My husband and I had been planning our trip to South Dakota for 3 years and staying at Tin Mill Cottage was like finding a "nugget" of gold in Hill City. The cottage was clean and had every luxury of home. It was nice after a long day of sight seeing to come back to the comforts of Tin Mill. The location was absolutely perfect for our plans - close to Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer Park and not far away from Rapid City. We had daily morning & sometimes afternoon visits from wild turkey & deer in the yard. We had a wonderful vacation! I would like to add a couple of things about comments I read previous to booking Tin Mill Cottage...there was a complaint about 2 hotels nearby and the train being so close. The hotels were there but did not create any noise and we were still on a hill with our own privacy. Yes, the train ran by a couple of times a day while we were there but never early in the morning or late at night. If we go back to South Dakota, and we would really love to..we will most definitely stay at Tin Mill Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Excellent home away from home

Excellent location! It was so nice to be able to come “home” after a busy day exploring!! Location was close to the road but with the trees in the back of the home, we were tucked into the woods! Excellent communication throughout our stay as well. A+++
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn K.

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

Sturgis/group vacation

We had a great time the house fit all our needs and was very clean. The location was perfect, close to everying and the view was great for gawking !
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

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

Great location

This was a wonderful place to stay during the Sturgis motorcycle rally. Great location And wonderful hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie C., Elizabeth, MN - USA

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

Black Hills Vacation

We loved our stay at the Tin Mill Cottage! It's the perfect location above Hill City so you're close to all the tourist attractions! We packed our days full of activities and it was nice having a home to come back to and relax before starting again the next day! The owners were very responsive and messaged just to make sure everything was going well! It has became one of our favorite VRBO's and would be the first one we would look for on future visits and recommend to friends and family! Thanks again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Homelike

Comfortable home setting. Clean and well furnished. Wi-Fi and cable TV. Hill City is in the middle of the Black Hills so excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn R., Harvest, Al

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

Cute house

This cute little house was perfect for 4 of us. 2 rooms and 1 bathroom. We didn't use the kitchen to cook but it appeared to be fully stocked should you need it. We rode the 1880 Train and walked to the station from the house. We could of walked to the main street with the shops and restaurants also but it rained most days… we didn't let that spoil out trip though. Hill City properties were very nice and attentive even sending me a text letting me know that severe weather was in the forecast. We appreciated this! And luckily we didnt get anything other than a thunderstorm. The house close to Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse we even made our way to Deadwood and Belle Fourche. Beautiful drives and cute mountain towns.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

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

Perfect

Very nice place to stay. Very clean and well kept. Everything was labeled great. Communication was great.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell M.

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

mt rushmore with grandsons

lovely place great location. the boys enjoyed playing in he yard and watching the train go by.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy B.

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

Our stay in Hill City

Great home away from home. Very clean and lots of room. Location was perfect to visit Mount Rushmore and Badlands. Cute town with lots of shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kim and Marcia Benning, Heart of the Hills Vacation Homes

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We are Vacation Home and Cabin managers with Heart of the Hills Vacation Homes in Hill City. We own several of the cabins on our roster including this cabin and have 3 of our personally owned cabins listed with VRBO.

Why they chose this property

This property is located contingent to our personal home property and by buying it, we were able to protect our home land property from developers who would sub divide in to small tracts and lots of houses. We have preserved the forest within a town!

What makes this property unique

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