Secluded Creekside cabin with access to the best swimming hole on Spring Creek

Rapid City, South Dakota
$480 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Located in the historic and beautiful Stratobowl. Sleeps 6. This home was built into the landscape of a rugged canyon. The location is very isolated, yet convenient to Rapid City and attractions. Large windows provide incredible wilderness view up Spring Creek. Surrounded by hiking trails and Forest Service land. A bighorn sheep area borders the property. The master bedroom has a king size bed and a sleeping loft with a queen size bed. A second bedroom has a queen size bed. Both bedrooms haveprivate decks overlooking the creek. Additionally, there are two full size beds in the basement. There is a well equipped kitchen and a very comfortable living room and a dining area. There is an entertainment center with a video library and local television channels. There is a wraparound deck with seating and relaxing areas. The master bath has both a shower and a claw foot tub. The home is a one-of-a-kind, in a very unique and beautiful setting.

Enjoy the natural beauty of the Black Hills secluded in this one-of-a-kind home along Spring Creek. The home is located in a very unique and historic area, the Stratobowl - birthplace of the Space Age where the Army Air Corps and National Geographic Society launched manned balloon flights into the stratosphere to a record 72,395 feet in 1934-35.

Note: Guests of the Be House have access to the best swimming hole on Spring Creek shown in the photos via short drive or stroll of 1/2 mi. This location is shared with another vacation home and we request that Be House guests limit their enjoyment of it between the hours of 10am to 7:00pm.

In order to access the surrounding property (Stratobowl, trails along the creek, etc), a hold harmless waiver will be available to sign at check in.

It is about 20 minutes to Rapid City and 20 minutes to Mount Rushmore. Check in time is 4:00 PM and check out is 11:00 AM.

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

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Snowboarding And Cross-country Skiing Nearby
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    No Plastic Coffee Stirrers No Plastic Drinking Straws Recycling Reusable Cups Only Reusable Tableware Only
  • KITCHEN

    Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fishing Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Hunting Nearby Kayak On Site Sledding Nearby Swimming Nearby Theme Parks Nearby Water Park Nearby Water Sports Equipment Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

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

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Hospital On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    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 : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Kirsten M.

    Submitted Oct 22, 2025

    Stayed Oct 16, 2025

    Secluded area with wonderful views. The hosts were very friendly and accommodating. The home was clean and very inviting - we enjoyed our stay!

  • Robert P.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful property. It is in a great location with lots to do in immediate stratobowl area with various hiking trails and a creek with a swimming hole which our kids really enjoyed kayaking in. The house was very nice and clean with beautiful views of the canyon and creek. Ken was wonderful and very hospitable; he gave us an introduction to the house and the surrounding area on the first day we arrived which was much appreciated. We definitely would love to come back again!

  • Catherine S.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2025

    Stayed Aug 27, 2025

    This was our first time in the Black Hills and staying at Ken’s was by far one of the coolest places we have stayed. Not only does Ken make you feel at home, he shares his beautiful property for us to explore. Stratobowl is historically fascinating and stunningly beautiful. We enjoyed being close to Rapid City, Mount Rushmore, all the hikes and scenic drives around Custer States and coming back to the house to enjoy the decks overlooking the rim. We only used the upstairs beds and they are very comfortable!

  • Robin G.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 17, 2025

    Beautiful, clean and comfortable home. We loved our stay here while exploring the Black Hills area. There was plenty of room for the seven of us. We enjoyed the stars in the beautiful night sky. We saw bighorn sheep up on the cliff above the stratobowl while we were on the deck.

  • Adam H.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2025

    Stayed Aug 13, 2025

    Beautiful home, the view was breathtaking and loved that it was secluded. Ken was great to work with, house was clean and well supplied. I would definitely recommend this house for your next vacation to South Dakota!

  • Samantha D.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    We had an unforgettable stay at Ken’s place! The views were absolutely breathtaking — whether it was sunrise with coffee or sunset winding down, the scenery made every moment special.The home was clean, cozy, and perfectly situated to take in the beauty all around. Ken was a thoughtful, responsive host who made everything easy.Thank you, Ken, for sharing such a peaceful and picturesque spot. We’re already dreaming of our next visit!

  • Layne B.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Aug 4, 2025

    We had an amazing time staying a few days at the cabin. After being in tighter accommodations along a road trip with our kids this was exactly what we all needed. The cabin is great and well appointed with everything you need, and the views are fantastic from every deck or porch on the place. We intend to return again in the future for a longer stay. There is so much to see and do in the area and this is a great place to serve as base camp for that.

  • Joshua B.

    Submitted Jul 30, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    The property was absolutely beautiful and provided ample space inside and great opportunities for exploration outside!

  • Chelsea B.

    Submitted Jul 24, 2025

    Stayed Jul 17, 2025

    Every one of us enjoyed the whole property. Tons a hiking right by the house. A swimming hole that can be enjoyed! We all had wished we could have stayed at the house longer. House was clean and spacious for us 6 adults. We absolutely would stay here again! Ken was so nice when we arrived he gave us a tour of the whole property and walked us through the trail hiking map he offered. Such a genuine and kind person!

  • Kenneth O.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 9, 2025

    Everyone enjoyed the stay. Secluded home but easy access to all of Rapid City events and sights. If you're looking for these things, i suggest you stay here!

  • Rebecca H.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jun 30, 2025

    This place was absolutely amazing! We enjoyed the peaceful setting, our children loved swimming in the swimming pond! We had fun hiking on all the different hikes on the property. The owner was so kind and helpful! Our whole family was sad to leave, this place is truly special! We definitely hope to come back and stay again!

  • Laura E.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    We can’t say enough how much we loved staying at this property. It was the perfect size for our family of 6. So clean, attractive and with all the odds and ends we needed to make it our home for a week. And the setting amongst the mountains and stream were breathtaking. We were in great hands with the owners! They were very helpful and accommodating! We’ll be back again in the future!

  • Adam V.

    Submitted Jun 16, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    Beautiful location and nice property

  • Michael L.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed May 18, 2025

    This house is the perfect location for a Black Hills vacation. You are 20 minutes from Keystone/Mount Rushmore/Hill City, about 40 minutes to Custer State Park, 30 minutes from the Needles Highway, and about 75 minutes to Deadwood or Spearfish Canyon. Also, Rapid City is only 20-25 minutes away.House is located in a small canyon, minutes away from Spring Creek. There are hiking trails right out your door. Main bedroom has a VERY comfortable king bed!!Ken is the best host ... lots of history in the area.

  • Ben E.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    Unreal views, hikes, space, and very friendly

  • Paul P.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2024

    Stayed Sep 10, 2024

    This was the most serene and relaxing place we have ever stayed in a listed place. The description was perfect in saying it was a secluded cabin. The surrounding area of cliffs and woods offered so much peace. Any season would be so inviting. Ken was an exceptional host and very hospitable in showing us around the acreage and the history behind it!!

  • Ivan H.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    The property was wonderful with a private stream and hiking trails. At the same time, it was super close to lots of great sites.

  • Mallory M.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2024

    Stayed Aug 6, 2024

    The property was stunning and the host was great. Perfect spot for a family getaway with friends.

  • Amy T.

    Submitted Aug 5, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    The drive into the property is pure eye candy, the 5 boys saw a deer as we approached the house! Hiking, Swimming in the pond, allowing us the use of the Kayaks and life vests!! Just the best host ever. There are certainly enough blankets, pillows and towels for any big family. We loved seeing the little chipmunks each morning and the star filled sky each night. I could not have picked a better place to bring my family to enjoy such a beautiful vacation. Thank you so very much

  • Jacqueline P.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 21, 2024

    Absolutely amazing house and property! Ken & Cory have thought of everything to make your stay unforgettable. The kids (and adults) spent hours and hours playing in the creek and swimming in the water hole.

  • Colleen M.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2024

    Stayed Jul 18, 2024

    Beautiful location, lovely home. Close to so many activities. Hidden and quiet

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$536+
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