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Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.

Cabin in Rapid City with kitchen and balcony

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TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player, books, video library
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, Cosmos Mystery Area
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Rapid City

This cabin places you next to Cosmos Mystery Area and within a 10-minute drive of Mount Rushmore National Memorial. The cabin includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Cosmos Mystery Area - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Mount Rushmore - 13 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Custer State Park - 20 min drive - 13.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Front Porch Restaurant and Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Gaslight Restaurant & Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Carver's Café - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬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.

Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.

Location! Location! Location! Yak Ridge Cabins are situated in a spectacular setting in the heart of the Black Hills with easy access to hundreds of Black Hills attractions and adventures.
This 2-bedroom / 1-bathroom custom cabin sleeps up to 6 and features upscale amenities for a comfortable stay in your home away from home. We pride ourselves in providing super clean and comfortable cabins in an ideal location. The cabin is a hidden treasure for you to enjoy.
The cabin offers a full kitchen and full bathroom (tub/shower), WiFi, heat/AC, campfire pit, electric range, microwave, coffee makers, toaster, cookware, dishware, glassware, utensils, satellite TV/DVD, all linens for beds, bath, and kitchen, propane grill, covered porch, outdoor seating, picnic table, and more. For your safety there are no steps or bunk beds. Prior to your arrival, you will receive a personal key code for contactless check-in to your cabin. Enjoy watching deer and turkey from your covered patio.
Verizon and ATT towers in the area provide for excellent cell service.
Enjoy mountain and meadow views, star-studded skies, and wildlife on this picturesque 10-acre property. Centrally located to major attractions and less than a mile from Highway 16, your stay at Yak Ridge provides the best of both worlds – easy access as well as peace and tranquility. Open year round and 5-star rated.
Major Black Hills attractions/communities near the cabin include: Mt Rushmore / Keystone (5 miles); Hill City (10 minutes), Rapid City (20 minutes), Crazy Horse, Custer, and Custer State Park (30 minutes), Jewell and Wind Cave National Parks (45 minutes) Deadwood and Spearfish (60 minutes), Badlands National Park (60 minutes), and Devil’s Tower National Monument (90 minutes).
Looking for additional nights or another cabin for family and friends? See details below to see our other three cabins. Copy and paste the links into your browser or enter the property idea into VRBO.
We look forward to having you stay at Yak Ridge!
Cabin 2 (studio w/ full kitchen and bathroom – sleep up to 2 adults and 2 young children) https://www.vrbo.com/713096
Cabin 3 (2 bedroom / 1 bath - sleeps up to 6) https://www.vrbo.com/741538
Cabin 4 (2 bedroom / 2 bathroom – sleeps up to 6) https://www.vrbo.com/1337653
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a sofa bed and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is NOT permitted in cabins or on property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

To avoid cleaning fees, guests are required to leave their cabin essentially as they found it, empty trash, wash dishes, hang towels, and lock doors.
All guests expressly assume the risk of any harm arising from their use of the premises and responsibility for charges to repair any damages made.
Guests that violate policies and house rules are subject to eviction, financial penalties, and no refund for any unused nights.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets
  • Note from host: Pets are NOT permitted in the cabins or property

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Well behaved children of all ages are welcome

Events

No events allowed
No events. Only registered guests are permitted.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is NOT permitted in cabins or on property

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
Note from host: No events. Only registered guests are permitted.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 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: 25

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.
  • Note from host: No events. Only registered guests are permitted.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this cabin?

This cabin is located in Rapid City, just steps from Cosmos Mystery Area. You'll also find Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Rushmore Tramway Adventures within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this cabin?

No, this cabin doesn't offer parking.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

Is Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees. a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic cabin include a kitchen as well as a firepit and a video library.

Does Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees. have a hot tub?

No, this cabin doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cabin include breakfast service?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cabin.

Does this cabin have connecting rooms?

No, this cabin doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP), which is 25.9 mi away (30 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.?

Yes, every cabin at Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees. comes with a balcony.

Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire. Off-season discounts. No extra fees. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin was great! All the necessities we needed and it was very clean. The owners were so kind and answered questions right away. Quiet location yet minutes from restaurants and activities. We stayed for the Sturgis Bike Rally and there was enough room for truck and trailer parking.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

Cabin and property location are perfect. Highly recommend this cabin, you won't be disappointed. 5 stars for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Serene and Sophisticated

The cabin exceeded our expectations. It was the perfect setting for our family to land between sight seeing and touring local monuments. Our kids enjoyed the campfire and the surrounding area to walk and play. Woukd recommend to anyone looking for a well-maintained, relaxing, and well stocked living space.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay

Pictures don’t do this place justice! Comfy beds. Clean cabin. Central location. All the needed amenities. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Step hen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Cabin

We enjoyed our stay. Great location centrally located in the Black Hills. Had everything we needed. Quiet setting. Saw deer and turkeys every day in the yard. Host was friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Property was easy to find and perfect location. Cabin was clean and just as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin in the woods

Wonderful property, central location to all the black hills has to offer. Very clean and comfortable for a family of four. Would highly recommend if you are visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Our cabin was so cute and very clean! It was very private and had everything we needed. Our hosts left a cute gift basket for us and toiletries in the bathroom. I would definitely stay there again. It’s very close to Mt. Rushmore and many other attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little Oasis

What a wonderful quaint cabin that is in the perfect location to all of South Dakota’s adventures. Our host had everything we could have needed! The kids especially loved the campfire area. Highly recommend this perfect little oasis! We will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas vacation

Cabin was great and seeing the farm animals was fun too. I highly recommend these cabins for anyone traveling to the area. Central location made it easy to go any direction for sightseeing or food locations. Hosts we're great and provided everything we could have needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location and beautiful

Check in was easy and the cabin was move in ready with welcome package for the bath, in the fridge and information about the area. Minutes from the major attractions and 20 minutes from Rapid City. Enjoyed the fire pit in the evening and gthe quiet at night. Definitely recommend Yak Ridge and would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patti M., San Antonio. TX

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stay, but wonderful

The cabin was just as listed. Very clean and well stocked with all of the necessities and some fun extras. It is a small cabin, and there isn’t a lot of storage space, but it should be just fine for most people. We were on the tail end of a three week trip, so we had large suitcases and a ton of extra stuff. Property is wonderful. Lovely to sit on the deck and watch the deer. Very close to Mt. Rushmore, without being in the middle of all of the tourists. We were able to beat the crowds by going early and then go back at night to watch the lighting ceremony. If we’re ever back in this area, we would stay here agajn.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charley D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Yak Ridge - Cabin 1

The cabin was very clean and well furnished. Julie was the host and really thought of everything people may need while during their stay. The farm tour is also great if you have kids coming along. It was really neat waking up in the morning and seeing deer just a few yards away from the cabin also.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Trip!

What a beautiful cabin! We stayed in cabin 1 during our stay. It’s located near just about everything we wanted to do. The cabins are clean, cozy, and cute! We enjoyed the quiet nature and sitting by the bonfire. Julie is an amazing host! Our children loved the farm tour and feeding the Yaks and chickens. We will definitely be back! 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicky C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, clean & well stocked cabin

These are super cute cabins! More of a high class stay. They were in great location in woods with deer walking around and about 10 mins from town & Mount Rushmore. Well stocked in my opinion with snacks & coffee, toiletries, soft towels, information & maps regarding all the surrounding points of interest. She is very well organized & timely in responding to inquiries. Had a great time. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marci D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful perfection

This was the perfect spot for our family on our South Dakota vacation. The cabin had everything we needed and was conveniently located to all the spots we wanted to visit. We loved waking up to wildlife every morning and the fire pit at night. If we ever venture back to South Dakota we will definitely see stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcus V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Yak Ridge SD

This was a terrific stay and a terrfic location. Julie the host was very gracious. The cabins are absolutely adorable. To see all of the sights for our first time in SD this locations of the cabins could not have been better. I HIGHLY suggest the Yak Ridge cabins!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joni B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet get away

We love that it is not right on a major highway. No road noise. Julie is a wonderful host. You couldn't ask for better service! We stayed in Cabin 1. It's cozy and has everything you need. The welcome basket was a nice touch! The yaks are awesome! Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ruchira D.

Liked: Cleanliness

lovely cabin

This cabin was very clean and as advertised. Location is great near Mt Rushmore. Very quiet at night. Got to see deers near the cabin. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful in every way

The cabin was perfect for us and the location made for easy access to all the sites. The property is lovely. The host was quick to answer questions and super friendly. Overall, it was an exceptional stay that surpassed expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mariacristina M., USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful!

This cabin is absolutely lovely! Away from the crowds but close enough to everything. Julie is very kind and nice, she gave aus a short tour through the property and always responded to our messages super fast.The only thing is that the sofa bed was not so comfortable. I would strongly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

janelle r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Stay

The cabin and surrounding property is beautiful and very private. Julie, is an amazing host. She left many treats in the cabin as a welcome gift. The cabin has everything you need for your stay. It's also close to all the attractions that you'll want to visit in the are, but still feel like you are secluded. Great communication via text anytime we needed anything, she was right there with an answer, don't hesitate to book!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a great stay!

Our family (two adults, two kids) loved our stay at Yak Ridge! It was clean and had everything we would’ve needed! There were so many nice touches—hot cocoa, farm fresh eggs, slippers, travel size toiletries. The central location to area attractions was incredibly convenient, but it felt very remote at the property. Even having other cabins nearby didn’t feel too close or crowded. The assortment of games was a nice touch, they came in handy during one day during a winter storm. If we come back to the Black Hills in the future, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Yak Ridge South Dakota

Mmy husband and adult daughter and I stayed 4 nights at Yak Ridge in a 2 bedroom cabin. The amenities were as described as was the property. Check-in was a breeze and Julie responded quickly. We loved the convenience to Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, Rapid City and more. The surroundings were beautiful and the cabin was comfortable. The WiFi was quick and worked well when I had a meeting. Julie provided a wonderful welcome basket and toiletries. Overall this was a very good experience and we would love to stay here again. We definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

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