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Relax in the hot tub on the elevated deck overlooking the forest.
Enjoy meals in this kitchen with a central island, microwave, and stainless steel refrigerator.
Relax in this inviting living room with a large sofa, armchair, and flat-screen TV above a fireplace.
Escape to this cozy retreat with a front porch and deck overlooking a serene snow-covered landscape.
Relax in this spacious loft-style living area with a high ceiling and exposed beams, featuring a beige sofa, armchair, and coffee table.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 204860 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Lead, SD
  • Black Hills National Forest
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • George S. Mickelson Trail
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Terry Peak Ski Area
    ‪40 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Lead

This vacation home places you 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Black Hills National Forest. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Black Hills National Forest - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Deer Mountain Ski Area - 34 min drive - 21.5 miles
  • George S. Mickelson Trail - 36 min drive - 22.6 miles
  • Terry Peak Ski Area - 40 min drive - 22.8 miles
  • Spearfish Canyon Nature Area - 41 min drive - 25.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buckhorn Bar and Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures!

Make your next vacation adventure with family or friends at Ponderosa Hills. The cabin is situated on 5 acres of aspen and pine trees, along with a scenic meadow to enjoy the wildlife of the Black Hills. Ponderosa Hills cabin has over 4800 sq ft of living space, ideal for creating a home base for your group.

Ponderosa Hills is meant to be a home away from home. Make yourself comfortable from the moment you open the front door. With eight bedrooms, you will have a selection of 3 king master suites, 4 queen bedrooms, or a bedroom set up with 4 twin beds. There will never be a line for the restroom with 5-1/2 bathrooms to choose from. After a day of play, feel free to unwind in the hot tub under a covered patio, make a challenge on the pool or foosball table, or if putting your feet up in the Great Room to catch some R & R - you are sure to enjoy whatever your desire.

The kitchen is fully equipped with wet bar, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker and Keurig, utensils, pots and pans, crockpots, etc.; everything you need to create a home-cooked meal for your crew. If grilling is more your style, a pellet grill is located in the garage waiting to be guided outside on the concrete apron for use. The meal can be served buffet-style from the large kitchen counter, it can be served family-style around the dining table that seats 8-10 people, or on the deck to enjoy the fresh air. If you choose to go out for a meal, there are many restaurant options within a short drive through the stunning scenery of the Black Hills.

Ponderosa Hills is in a prime location for fun of all seasons. Winter time allows you to snowmobile right from the property with easy access to trails, Trailshead Lodge is 1/4 mile from the cabin. Cross-country ski trails and downhill ski slopes are within a short drive of Ponderosa Hills. When the snow melts, bring out the ATV/UTVs, motorcycles, bicycles and hiking boots - the Black Hills is a mecca for adventure! The cabin property has ample parking space for cars, pickups and tow trailers. Ponderosa Hills is located off US Hwy 85 on a private circle driveway. This vacation cabin is in a great location for biker groups, family gatherings, snowmobile enthusiasts, and all-around outdoor admirers!

Being renters before owners of Ponderosa Hills, we know this cabin offers everything you need for a wonderful Black Hills vacation get-away. We are here for your questions, not only about the cabin but the area, as well. Come visit, we would love to have you enjoy what we enjoy!

Keywords: snowmobiling, Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, vacation home, ATV, UTV, snow skiing, hiking, snowshoeing, motorcycling, forest, vacation rental, Deadwood, Terry Peak, Spearfish Canyon, hot tub, Black Hills, Lead
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 5.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 8 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Brian Melchert

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 4,860 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures! Lead
Vacation Home in the Black Hills Next to Trailshead Resort

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

Is Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures! a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures! have a hot tub?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures!?

Yes, every accommodation at Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures! comes with a deck with some featuring mountain views.

Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 80 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

R S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great get away

Great got to see things around the black hill and relax
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family trip!

The house was exactly as listed and the property manager was very communicative. The game room and hot tub were a big hit woth the famiky3 and it slocation was great, outisde if town to give peace and quiet but close enough to make ice cream runs. Great rental !
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place in the Black Hills

The house was perfect and Excellent place to stay for Utving with gas station right down the road and access to trails both ways when leaving the property. Brian was awesome responds right away to questions you have and this place is highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

tina P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin getaway

Perfect size for a family gathering!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Calvin S., Oconomowoc

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L., Buffalo

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!

We loved the location and the privacy it provided. The layout of the house was perfect for our large group!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Polly A.

2024 SD Motorcycle trip

A great family get away place where you can enjoy watching the wildlife in the area. Rooms were spaces and comfortable. Property manager was easy to comunicate with.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Country Stay

Fit our family perfectly. Kitchen was well stocked as we fixed breakfast every day and sometimes dinner. Very comfortable. Would definitely rent again if stayed in that area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness

UTV Trip

It was a great place for our group to stay. We enjoyed the privacy that our group had. We were able to hit the trails right from the house which is always a plus. A beautiful area where we got to enjoy a variety of wildlife.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Linda B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

ATV vacation

Garbage all over. Dumpster full garage full and house full. All kinds of food left in fridge. Towels were still wet and had to be redried. Filthy silverware drawers. Dishes not put away. Otherwise the riding and weather were good. Bedrooms were clean. Bed’s comfortable. Stay was good. Cleanliness was a little bit to be desired, but the women got together and got everything fixed up.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mona R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home, clean and well furnished. Loved it!

We enjoyed Bear Country, Custer Part and Mount Rushmore. We all loved hiking trails to see more of Black Hills beauty. We always ended up back at the house for a supper meal and games. What a fantastic getaway for all our family, Mom Dad kids and grandkids.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Great place. Has a great setup for a bunch of people. Has lots of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gale B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sturgis 2023 Rally

We had a great time at the house , plenty of parking for trailers and vehicles , the house was very spacious and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness

South Dakota trip

The property was great. We had 20 people staying and everything was great. Bryan was very easy to get ahold of and checked on us often.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Property worked great for family gathering of 21 people. One of the best stocked vacation rental kitchens for making meals for large group. Closed door game room was great for all the night owls, so others could sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

place for our family vacation. The proximity to the trails was a bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for a family reunion

My family is spread across multiple states, so we were excited to find a place we could all be together and be semi close to the attractions we wanted to see. The only problem we experienced was the slow wifi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dani K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway in the Black Hills

We checked in on June 1 and out on June 6. We had a large group of all ages that attended for a family/friend reunion. During the days we all chose what adventure we wanted to explore. Sometimes we stayed together as a group and sometimes we went our own way. We did Bear Country, Reptile Gardens, Mt. Rushmore, Wonderland Cave, Old McDonalds Farm, Spearfish Canyon and a favorite by all was Pactola Lake. Such a beautiful crystal blue lake. We rented paddle boards and had a picnic. In the evenings we took turns doing dinner for our large group. It was all so much fun and some much needed family/friend time. The cabin housed our large group and was supplied with everything we needed. The hot tub was a nice addition for the evenings of unwinding also. Brian was wonderful to work with on the booking and checking in. He also provided a lot of useful information about the sites to prepare for our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Memorial weekend

Great place to stay especially with the room and bathrooms for 6 couples! Worth the extra miles to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness

...

Had an excellent stay at this great cabin.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tate W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sick

Great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall K., Windom

Liked: Cleanliness

Black Hills Snowmobiling

We had a great time in the Black Hills and this property was a great place to stay for our group. The location was in the heart of the trail system. The trails were very close to the property and well maintained. The house accommodated our group very nicely with the number of bedrooms and gathering areas. The kitchen was well stocked with what we needed for making large meals. The yard was great for the smaller kids to ride mini snowmobiles making many laps in the open area. The heated garage was a great for leaving our riding gear hang to dry. We very much enjoyed the house and the experience. We will certainly look at staying here again. The check in was extremely easy. Everything in the house worked great. We just love to get away to enjoy snowmobiling and the company. We will look at this property for future trips to the Hills in either winter or summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

Christine H.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very Disappointed will not return

Location was great the communication from the property manager was impressive but then we got there and 3 inches of ice on driveway and at the entry. They used a snowplow to get rid of the bulk of the snow then that was it. My parents arrived to a note requesting that they take the load from the washer to the dryer. My mom continued to fold that load of laundry then we continued to do laundry throughout the week since there were not enough towels -hot pad holders were filthy, and she wanted to help the staff out by getting a jump start on their work for them........ When my sister arrived, she found towels out by the hot tub. My brothers had to scoop the snow from the deck so we could use it. The grill was full of ash. My brother had to do a lot of work to be able to use it while we were there. The stovetop had not been cleaned, oven was disgusting, refrigerator had not been touched in between guests. There were dead flies behind the door in upstairs bedroom and overall dusty. Then there was the Wi-Fi. It was EXTREMELY SLOW. In that big of a house, I would suggest adding boosters throughout the house. Would add more but ran out of space.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Snowmobile Trip

This cabin was everything we needed to enjoy snowmobiling in the Black Hills! Five couples each enjoyed private rooms and their own bathroom. The kitchen had everything we needed, including an extra waffle maker and a crock pot. There was plenty of room to eat together, play games and watch DVDs. The heated garage was great for storing gear and getting ready to ride. Some enjoyed the hot tub, others enjoyed the sitting area upstairs for puzzles and reading. Brian was helpful as we made the initial reservation and through check in. The wi-fi held up for those doing work and schoolwork during the trip and there were ALOT of DVDs to choose from to enjoy the evenings. Highly recommended for a large group!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B., Minburn

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent experience

My experience with the rental of this property was easy as can be.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022