This vacation home places you within a few miles (5 km) of Deer Mountain Ski Area and Living Map Theater. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
Historic Homestake Opera House - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
Black Hills Mining Museum - 3 min drive - 2.6 miles
Homestake Gold Mine - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles
Sanford Lab Homestake Visitor Center - 3 min drive - 2.8 miles
Getting around
Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 74 min drive
Restaurants
Silverado Franklin Historic Hotel & Gaming Complex - 9 min drive
Sick-N-Twisted Brewery - 9 min drive
Gold Dust - 9 min drive
Subway - 5 min drive
Jacobs Brew House and Grocer - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Lookout Tower
Summary:
This Black Hills Vacation Rental is located at Gilded Mountain and sleeps 12!
The Space:
Your Perfect Black Hills Adventure Starts at Lookout Tower!
Located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Deadwood, South Dakota, this 5 bedroom cabin offers the perfect space for families of all sizes to enjoy the outdoors. Up to 12 guests can relax comfortably, and enjoy the wonderful views off the multiple decks. Its location, 4 levels, and spacious main living area with gas fireplace & beautiful picture windows make it one of our more popular vacation homes.
Main Level Highlights
Open Concept Living Space: Features a fully-equipped kitchen, large dining table that seats 7, breakfast bar with additional seating for 3, and numerous picture windows that make the space bright & open feeling. A large TV is mounted near the fireplace and there are two chairs & a couch. This is a great space for everyone to gather.
Outdoor Living Space: Sliding glass doors lead to a spacious deck with breathtaking mountain views, patio seating, fire table, and BBQ grill.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms On This Level:
■ Main floor Bedroom #1 with a Queen bed and access to bathroom
■ There is a Full bathroom with a shower/tub combo
3rd Floor Upper Level Highlights
Open Loft Area: At the top of the staircase is a loft area that the bedrooms on this level are located off of, also leading to the staircase for the 4th floor.
Bedrooms and Bathrooms On This 3rd Level:
■ Upper Bedroom #2 with Full size bunk beds
■ There is additional chair and couch seating on this level
4th Floor Upper Level Highlights:
Bedrooms and Bathrooms On This 4th Level:
■ Upper Bedroom #3 with a King size bed
■ There is a attached bathroom with a walk-in shower
Lower Level Highlights
Second Living Space: At the bottom of the stairs you will find a second living space that features comfortable seating, large wall mounted TV, and a wet bar. There is a table with 4 chairs that can be used for a game of cards or a board game. This is a great space for the kids to gather!
Outdoor Living Space: Sliding glass doors lead out to the lower deck area where you will find a private hot tub and can enjoy beautiful mountain views.
Bedrooms and Bathrooms On This Level:
■ Lower Bedroom #4 has a set of twin bunk beds
■ Lower Bedroom #5 has a Queen size bed
■ There is a full bathroom located off the living space with a walk-in shower.
Centrally located Black Hills Cabin
Located near Lead, South Dakota, Lookout Tower offers easy access to the areas main attractions
Gilded Mountain Clubhouse - As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, will have exclusive access to the Community Clubhouse, a premier facility featuring a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, rejuvenating sauna, private game room, and an inviting loft area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities in the clubhouse include a pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade game a large screen TV
■ Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park: Just an hour's drive.
Convenient Parking: Large driveway can accommodate 2-3 cars. *4-wheel drive or all wheel drive recommended for winter driving conditions*
Additional Featured Amenities:
■ Central A/C
■ Wifi
■ Cable TV
■ Private Hot tub
■ Washer/dryer
■ BBQ Grill
■ Gas Fireplace
Please Note: This cabin does not allow pets.
Guest Access:
Guests have access to the whole house and the community Clubhouse.
The Neighborhood:
This cabin is located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Lead, South Dakota. As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, will have exclusive access to the Community Clubhouse, a premier facility featuring a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, rejuvenating sauna, private game room, and an inviting loft area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities in the clubhouse include a pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade game a large screen TV.
There are taxis you can take to get around. If you drive, there is a large driveway that can accommodate 2-3 vehicles. *4-wheel drive or all wheel drive recommended for winter driving conditions*
Other Things to Note:
This cabin sits up on the hill so we do advise 4-wheel drive in winter. The roads are paved except the driveway and it`s easy access to snowmobile and ATV trails. The Terry Peak Ski Area is a 5 minute drive and Deadwood is 10 minutes.
Interaction with Guests:
Deadwood Connections is a locally owned and managed vacation rental management company that puts the guest first. Our team is available to assist you at any point during your stay—from arrival to departure. You can reach out if you need local recommendations or have any issues during your visit to the Black Hills. We aim to make your stay with us comfortable and peaceful so you can spend your vacation making memories! While we won't meet you upon arrival, we're just a phone call away should you need anything!
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Additional house rules
1. By signing this License Agreement, I certify that I have read, understand, and abide by all rules, policies, regulations ...
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 24
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Lead, close to Terry Peak Ski Area, George S. Mickelson Trail, and Deadwood Mountain Grand. You'll also find Black Hills National Forest and Deer Mountain Ski Area within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at Lookout Tower?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Lookout Tower?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a hot tub.
Are there hot tubs at Lookout Tower?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Lookout Tower?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Lookout Tower?
Yes, every house at Lookout Tower comes with a balcony.
Lookout Tower Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Bettina Q., Bowling Green, MO
Aug 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the house
Bettina Q.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen G.
May 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice neighborhood in the Black Hills
Overall the place was wonderful. The main deck is a little small for how many people could stay at the place. One of the things we liked about this place is the club house on the property, however, it was not open while we were there and that should have been stated on the website and on the door. The hours showed it should have been open but it was always locked. We wanted play the games, the pool, the sauna, but couldn't so that was very disappointing. The house itself was good. The chairs weren't the most comfortable. One downstairs was broken when we went down there to play cards a few days into our stay. The main clock was also broken. Overall would consider staying there again if we could verify that the clubhouse was open.
Karen G.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Deadwood Wedding
We came up for a cousins sons wedding. We were bummed it rained on Saturday as that was the only day we could have wandered around.
The cabin was glorious! That top floor was amazing and the hot tub was soothing.
We have stayed in some other rentals but this one had the most well equipped furnishings! Loved it!