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The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore!

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TV
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Interior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, Internet

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 19362 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore!

From iconic landmarks to small-town charm, this Black Hills ranch house is the perfect destination for your next getaway. This pet-friendly vacation rental includes a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom cabin, and a 1-bathroom bunk house. There’s tons of seating inside and out where you can enjoy beverages, play games, or savor home-cooked meals. Fire up the grill for a cookout, or gather around the fire pit for s’mores after touring Mount Rushmore, Big Thunder Gold Mine, and Rushmore Cave all day!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pets Welcome w/ Fee | Horse Friendly | 14 Acres

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed, Futon | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Bunk House: 2 Full Bunk Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

RANCH HOUSE INDOOR LIVING: Open layout, 2,700 sq ft, rustic decor, 2.5 bathrooms, natural lighting, TVs, ceiling fans, bathtub
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, blender, coffee maker, Crockpot, spices
BUNKHOUSE HIGHLIGHTS: 1,200 sq ft, living area, gas fireplace, kitchenette, 1 bathroom, dining table, TV, board games, books, laptop-friendly workspace
OUTDOOR LIVING: Fire pit, outdoor dining, patio, gas grill (propane provided)
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, central A/C, electric heating, essentials, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, grab rails in shower
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), homeowner on-site (carriage house), stairs required
PARKING: Unlimited driveway parking, RV/trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

AREA ATTRACTIONS: The National Presidential Wax Museum (6 miles), Mount Rushmore National Memorial (9 miles), Needles Eye Tunnel (21 miles), Crazy Horse Memorial (26 miles)
THINGS TO SEE & DO: Rush Mountain Adventure Park (0.5 miles), Rushmore Tramway Adventures (6 miles), Cosmos Mystery Area (10 miles), Little Devil’s Tower Trailhead (24 miles), Terry Peak Ski Area (57 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Big Thunder Gold Mine (5 miles), Black Hills Central Railroad (6 miles), Custer State Park (16 miles), Bear Butte State Park (58 miles), Spearfish Canyon (69 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Sturgis (50 miles), Deadwood (52 miles)
AIRPORT: Rapid City Regional Airport (34 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may occur
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Horses can be accommodated in the outdoor run pens, but not the stables as those are being used for storage
- NOTE: Use of the fire ring is only permitted when there is no burn ban in effect and if conditions are favorable
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a separate unit with a separate entrance, and may be present during your stay

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
New! Accommodating Cabin 8 Miles to Mount Rushmore Cabin
New! Accommodating Cabin 8 Miles to Mount Rushmore Keystone
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About the area

Map
Keystone, South Dakota

What's nearby

  • Rushmore Cave - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 12 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 19 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Boss' Pizza & Chicken - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Big Thunder Bar and Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Carvers Cafe - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore! located?

Located in Keystone, this family-friendly cabin is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Rushmore Cave, and within 6 mi (10 km) of National Presidential Wax Museum and Rushmore Tramway Adventures. Presidents Park and Big Thunder Gold Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gaye W., Canby

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
Was a beautiful area with deer, turkeys, and a bull! Plenty of space for kids to run around, volleyball net up, old fashioned swing, small creek. Wonderful! Halway between Hermosa and Keystone! Rustic themed! Can tell owner is putting lots of work and love into! We needed a few more outlets and big house possibly a bigger hot water heater. Would love instructions on TVs but we slowly figured out(didn't really need a lot- just for Olympics) Thank you I loved the setup! So unique!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
We loved staying on this property! The kids enjoyed the creek, swings and awesome slide. We loved hanging outside in the middle patio area, very private and cool. Property owner was very helpful when we taught him out for attractions & local guides. Great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
This was the perfect place for my husband and I along with our kids, their spouses, and our 6 grandchildren. Lots of things to do on the property as well as a great location. Our grandchildren never got bored!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
This place is so inviting. Lots of space for the whole family. The stream was a great place to cool down and relax. Large area for playing catch and kids games. It’s so beautiful and we had some great family time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene P.

Liked: Cleanliness
We made a wonderful Family Memory there!
We were a party of 12 - 6 adults and 6 kids. There was plenty of room for all and the Host was very accommodating to us. The view was great, all the spaces were lovely and comfortable. The SLIDE was used everyday by all the kids - even the 17 yr old! The beds were very comfortable, the appliances were new and there was plenty of space to park. We ran out of table space and wished for tray tables, lol, but we were completely happy nonetheless. Did I mention we had 12? The setting was awesome, there were deer or livestock around all the time. It was a short drive to Keystone-a great location for seeing the Hills. We named all the bulls and petted the horses - a treat for our city kids! None of us were fly fisherman (there's LOTS of opportunity for that there) but there is a Little Falls trail very close by that our small ones could drop bobbers into and caught their first trout! All in all a wonderful experience - thank you for sharing it with us! SO GLAD we came!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Connie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Keystone stay
Was very impressed with the house and immediate property. However we were never able to go for walks in our area because a bull was located right next to the property and the only area there was to walk. Felt very restricted to area without using a vehicle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Getaway
We had a great time. The property was very quainte. The house was nice and clean. This would be great for a large group since there is a bunk house you can rent that is right on the property. Five Stars from us!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
We really loved the place. It was like going back home to the country. All the amenities we needed were there. The owner was super in making sure all was well with us. We would definitely hope to return and rent this property again. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite
The location was great, it was a quite area and close to Keystone. The cows greeted us at night when we returned, and the turkeys kept us company in the mornings. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Black Hills Vacay 2022
We loved our stay at Keystone Ranch! Four generations of our family stayed at the ranch for our black hills vacation, and the property was big enough for all of us! We all enjoyed the wildlife that roamed the property. The property was clean and close to all of the big attractions. The owner provided helpful local recommendations. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary & Austin C., Kansas City

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic family vacation in the beautiful black hills
We had a wonderful time during our 5 day stay at keystone ranch! Location is great, the area is gorgeous, and the house worked out just perfect for our family. We would love to plan a return trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

glynn h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
It was perfect! Lots of room for all of us and lots of privacy as well. We enjoyed the wildlife and the Western decor.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We didn’t want to leave
The kids loved all the space. They caught crawfish in the stream, hiked, interacted with the horses and just ran and played. I have 10 children ages 2-16 and it was perfect for them all. They even had a high chair for my little one. The only thing I would suggest is having a few plastic dishes. We brought paper plates and cups, but giving glass bowls to toddlers is always a scary thing. We hope to be able to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandi W., Olathe, KS

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Thanksgiving getaway
This lovely property was perfect for a multi generational Thanksgiving/birthday getaway. Would highly recommend this property for a large family!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Jay V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Size
The house was clean. Location was great if you like somewhat rural and close to activities. We packed food, so being a little far from restaurants didn’t matter to us. The property would be a great house for several families (we only had two adults and three kids so we barely used any of the space). The only other thing I’d add is that the house’s interior is a bit dated… but it was clean so we didn’t care much. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

clint m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
Well located property. Worked good to park our trucks, trailers and side by sides. Close to attractions. Kitchen well stocked. Great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable, Unique Experience
For those of you looking at this property, it’s described as a cabin but is more like a ranch, farmhouse. We pulled in late and were greeted by cows and horses 😁! The following morning we awoke to a beautiful setting along a river with deer, egrets and our ranch critters. The home itself and bunkhouse were extremely clean and comfortable. We’ve stayed at some truly stunning properties in South Dakota and this one beats every one of those experiences due to the uniqueness of the setting. It was a true memory maker!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Greatest cabin in South Dakota
What a great experience at this cabin!! Our family came for Thanksgiving! The weather was perfect! The kids loved the bunkhouse! We saw turkeys everywhere & beautiful birds! The house is stocked so well and it’s obviously well- loved! It’s a memory well always have for thanksgiving!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lilianna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very convenient location.
Enjoyed our stay with family and friends. The manager is very nice and helpful. The only negative thing is that the main house is outdated and kitchen had broken dishes.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location A+
This property is the perfect location for Custer, Mt. Rushmore, Keystone, Bear Country, Reptile Garden, Adventure Park (across the street), etc. Very convenient. Great communication with the property manager. The property itself is probably a little more rustic than the photos show, but it is fine and if you use the bunkhouse (we didn't), there is lots of space to spread out for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deb T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation House by Keystone
We stayed here with family and friends. We loved the location of the property! It was centrally located so that we could enjoy all of the tourist attractions in the area. We had 17 people staying in this house and it was ideal because the older adults stayed in the house and the young adults stayed in the the separate bunk house. We also loved that there was a washer/dryer, dishwasher, and a fully stocked kitchen. We enjoyed a fire every night and firewood was provided. Gloria (property manager) was very good at answering our emails. The only negative thing about this property is that it is not air conditioned. The only air conditioner was a wall air unit in the upstairs loft bedroom in the main house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020