Newer Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths-15 min. to Mt. Rushmore

Rapid CIty, South Dakota
$506 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to the Happy Trails Lodge! You will enjoy a newer 4 bedroom, 2 bath cabin with views of the hills, pine trees and pasture, centrally located at the Three Forks, intersection of Hwy 385 & Hwy 16, near the Diamond Spur Events Center. From here, you will have easy access to all the central hills attractions, including Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, Sheridan Lake, Pactola Reservoir, Hill City, Keystone and the Black Hills National Forest. With such easy access to everything, you will be able to relax more, drive less, and enjoy the beautiful views right from the deck. The home features modern interior finishes, custom woodwork, creative lighting accents, 3 queen beds and one King size. There is also a queen size sleeper sofa, and a twin sleeper sofa in the living room for your extra guests. Each bedroom is equipped with a TV, bedside lamps, an overhead fan, a large closet with hangers and shelves, extra air mattresses and bedding. The house is stocked with towels, shampoo, conditioner, soap, hair dryer, toilet paper, paper towels, 12 cup coffee maker, dishes, dish soap, utensils, crock pot, iron, bed sheets, pillows, extra blankets, quilts and pillows for extra beds, also a propane gas grill and outdoor furniture. We hope your stay is comfortable and relaxing. This is your time, so enjoy your vacation in the Black Hills!

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Cross-country Skiing And Snowboarding Nearby
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1640 Sq Ft (152 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Polish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Cycling Nearby Hiking Nearby Hunting Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Sailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Water Skiing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Children's Toys
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Hospital On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    No Elevators Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Submitted Aug 1, 2019

    Stayed Jul 25, 2019

    This place was in a beautiful area...Close to Mt Rushmore and Crazy horse. Needles Hwy was amazing!! The house had everything that we needed to be perfectly comfortable!! Cooked dinner and BBQd...Overall Great Place...Definately recomend!!!

  • Submitted Oct 23, 2018

    Stayed Oct 17, 2018

    Nice house in a great location. Four bedrooms in each corner of the house along with a large open kitchen and living room area. I'd love to rank higher, but we had two big issues while we were there. The first was the fridge blew a fuse due to there being too much stress on the circuit. This led to all of the ice melting out of the freezer and leaking onto the floor. We luckily didn't lose any of our food but it created a mess. The second issue was around the smoke alarms going off due to the batteries being low. At 4:30 in the morning I was up on a stool changing the batteries in the bad alarm so my young children could continue to sleep. Both of these issues took away from what is otherwise a great property. Some preventative maintenance needs to be scheduled to ensure things like this don't happen in the future.

  • Sue H.

    Submitted Nov 3, 2025

    Stayed Oct 30, 2025

    All is good

  • Lacey S.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    Great property, close to wedding venue we were there to attend! Loved it!

  • Tara V.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    Beautiful place with a great location!! Host was accommodating with us! This place has just about everything you would need! Kitchen has everything you would want for cooking! We loved how it was tucked back a bit but close enough to the main road! Definitely would stay here again!!

  • Cody B.

    Submitted Oct 6, 2025

    Stayed Oct 1, 2025

    The property was clean and as advertised. Our family enjoyed our stay with excellent accommodations.

  • Dianne H.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    The location was perfect and central to all of the sites we wanted to visit in the area. It was a peaceful place to unwind after a day of site seeing. We would highly recommend this home and the host.

  • Mary H.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2025

    Stayed Sep 18, 2025

    Perfect location and everything we needed!

  • Ryan L.

    Submitted Sep 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 25, 2025

    Great place to stay

  • Haven B.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 4, 2025

    Beautiful area

  • Bryant F.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2025

    Stayed Aug 21, 2025

    Wonderful! The location of this place is perfect. Super clean. Beautiful home. Lots of space. We will definitely stay again.

  • Halley C.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2024

    We were in a wedding at the venue near by and stayed for the weekend. It was a great set up for the adults and kids.

  • Ryan C.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    Excellent communication. Home was perfect for our group and included everything we needed for our stay. Great location and close to all of the nearby attractions.

  • Heidi F.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    Everything was fabulous! We struggled a little between the key pad vs key lock box, but we figured it out

  • Christy s.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    The house was perfect. Set up wonderfully. The location is magical.

  • Susan M.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    Everything was great!

  • Nitha W.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Jul 15, 2025

    We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was the perfect set up and location for us and our German family who attended our daughter’s wedding.

  • Rick K.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 28, 2025

    What an awesome place. Worked perfect for us!!! Check in was easy...great kitchen....very useful decks. I couldn't be happier!

  • Kevin M.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 8, 2025

    The lodge was perfect for our stay in the Black Hills! There was plenty of room for everyone and the decks were perfect for evening conversation and grilling.

  • Lori L.

    Submitted Jun 27, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    This property was perfect! Could not have found a better location! Close to everything. Was a beautiful property! When I come back to the Black Hills I'd stay at this home again.

  • Ken S.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    Great accomodations

  • Brady T.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    We took a family trip to the Black Hills to celebrate Father's Day, and our stay was absolutely fabulous! The house is beautifully laid out and had all the amenities we needed to cook dinner each night. The location and neighborhood were perfect—close to all the area’s main attractions, yet peaceful and welcoming. Yvonne is a wonderful host who made everything easy and enjoyable. If you're looking for a spacious, well-equipped home in a great location, look no further. We’ll definitely be booking this property again on our next visit!

  • Melanie V.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed Jun 5, 2025

    We enjoyed the property!An outdoor propane fireplace would have been awesome. Could use a new coffee pot. Love the location and home was set up perfectly as a rental property.

  • Terri M.

    Submitted May 22, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    My family needed a place to stay to attend a graduation and wanted to stay together. Wonderful location and great accommodation for a small extended family who wants to stay together.

  • Kristy F.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 17, 2025

    We booked this cabin for a wedding weekend at Diamond Spur, and it was an ideal choice. The location is incredibly convenient—just a short walk to the venue and directly across from the Diamond Spur Lodge. With four bedrooms, the cabin comfortably sleeps 8, though the two bathrooms are a bit tight, making it challenging for a larger group to get ready at once. The kitchen and dining area are spacious, offering seating for 12-14, and the open layout flows into the living area, which seats 4. The front and back decks provide plenty of additional seating and outdoor space. The kitchen and bathrooms were well-stocked with all the essentials. We did have a bit of trouble adjusting the thermostat, which led to a chilly first night and a warmer third night, thanks to the fluctuating Black Hills temperatures. Overall, the cabin is perfectly located for anyone attending an event at the venue or exploring the area. The neighborhood is also lovely and quiet.

  • Sue H.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    Love the layout of the house, location and ammenities.Forgot some food in frig. Sorry.Hate the king mattress. Need a new coffee maker, takes almost an hour for a pot.

  • Julie T.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2024

    Stayed Sep 25, 2024

    We had a great stay & an excellent location for the events & sightseeing we had planned. The house was wonderful, nicely decorated & layout very accommodating. The house was well stocked with kitchen supplies, linens, towels etc. All the beds very comfortable. The surrounding area by the house was gorgeous. We loved watching the deer that visited in the mornings & evenings. Yvonne was great to work with & responded to our questions or concerns in a very timely manner. Very much appreciated. We highly recommend this house & hope to return in the future.

  • Scott and Karen H.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    This is our second stay at this property. The house is comfortable, nicely decorated, clean and well stocked. It is in a very convenient location to see the area. I highly recommend this beautiful house.

  • joseph p.

    Submitted Sep 22, 2024

    Stayed Sep 12, 2024

    First of all Yvonne communicated with us with every detail we would need to stay in her home. Easy check-in, Meticulous house, So many extras in the kitchen-including coffee and the perfect location!! Although we were out all day long, it was so nice to come back to such a cozy home. We booked this home back in 2020 but had to cancel for obvious reasons. Thank goodness it was available now!! Book this home now!!!

  • Michael K.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 22, 2024

    Perfect location. Exactly as described

  • Joshua C.

    Submitted Aug 18, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    Short drive into Hill City! Great layout with 2 bedrooms by each bath. Open layout was nice with lots of seating for dining and lounging. Big deck was a major plus. Decent internet for light usage. Lots of TVs. Put put golf within walking distance big plus for our kids. Consider checking the schedule at the nearby event center as outdoor events can be pretty noisy. House was relatively well insulated for sound, but we could have had a dance party on the deck. Overall, really enjoyed our stay!

  • Jessica V.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2024

    Stayed Aug 4, 2024

    Great place. Quiet. Great location.

  • Edward D.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    This has been one of the best experiences we've had in the Black Hills. We are 2 couple's that come to the Hill City area every year, and have stayed in several VRBOs. Our hosts, Yvonne, has been absolutely terrific!. Its close to many amenities. You will not be disappointed!!!

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Includes taxes and fees
$504+
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