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Newer Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths-15 min. to Mt. Rushmore

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, fireplace, books
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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From its central location at Three Forks, Happy Trails Lodge offers easy access to attractions like Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park. Relax on the deck with views of the hills, pine trees, and pasture or unwind in this modern cabin featuring custom woodwork and creative lighting accents.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10152 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Newer Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths-15 min. to Mt. Rushmore

Welcome to the Happy Trails Lodge! You will enjoy a newer 4 bedroom, 2 bath cabin with views of the hills, pine trees and pasture, centrally located at the Three Forks, intersection of Hwy 385 & Hwy 16, near the Diamond Spur Events Center. From here, you will have easy access to all the central hills attractions, including Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, Sheridan Lake, Pactola Reservoir, Hill City, Keystone and the Black Hills National Forest. With such easy access to everything, you will be able to relax more, drive less, and enjoy the beautiful views right from the deck. The home features modern interior finishes, custom woodwork, creative lighting accents, 3 queen beds and one King size. There is also a queen size sleeper sofa, and a twin sleeper sofa in the living room for your extra guests. Each bedroom is equipped with a TV, bedside lamps, an overhead fan, a large closet with hangers and shelves, extra air mattresses and bedding. The house is stocked with towels, shampoo, conditioner, soap, hair dryer, toilet paper, paper towels, 12 cup coffee maker, dishes, dish soap, utensils, crock pot, iron, bed sheets, pillows, extra blankets, quilts and pillows for extra beds, also a propane gas grill and outdoor furniture. We hope your stay is comfortable and relaxing. This is your time, so enjoy your vacation in the Black Hills!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,640 square feet

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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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Rapid CIty, SD

What's nearby

  • Prairie Berry Winery - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Naked Winery - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 12 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 16 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Custer State Park - 17 min drive - 22.1 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar and Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Carver's Café - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Newer Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths-15 min. to Mt. Rushmore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Newer Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths-15 min. to Mt. Rushmore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Newer Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths-15 min. to Mt. Rushmore?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Newer Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths-15 min. to Mt. Rushmore located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Prairie Berry Winery and within 3 mi (5 km) of Naked Winery and Stone Faces Winery. Sheridan Lake and Sheridan Lake South are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Newer Modern Lodge! Central Black Hills, 4 bdrms/2 baths-15 min. to Mt. Rushmore Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 225 out of 245 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 245 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 245 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 245 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 245 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nitha W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was the perfect set up and location for us and our German family who attended our daughter’s wedding.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication. Home was perfect for our group and included everything we needed for our stay. Great location and close to all of the nearby attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Halley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in a wedding at the venue near by and stayed for the weekend. It was a great set up for the adults and kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect. Set up wonderfully. The location is magical.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Trip

Great accomodations
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The lodge was perfect for our stay in the Black Hills! There was plenty of room for everyone and the decks were perfect for evening conversation and grilling.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryant F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful! The location of this place is perfect. Super clean. Beautiful home. Lots of space. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an awesome place. Worked perfect for us!!! Check in was easy...great kitchen....very useful decks. I couldn't be happier!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Place to Stay!

This property was perfect! Could not have found a better location! Close to everything. Was a beautiful property! When I come back to the Black Hills I'd stay at this home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fabulous! We struggled a little between the key pad vs key lock box, but we figured it out
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Graduation

My family needed a place to stay to attend a graduation and wanted to stay together. Wonderful location and great accommodation for a small extended family who wants to stay together.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Melanie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the property!An outdoor propane fireplace would have been awesome. Could use a new coffee pot. Love the location and home was set up perfectly as a rental property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

theresa h., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation Home

Was a great location to experience the Black Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brady T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Black Hills Father's Day Weekend

We took a family trip to the Black Hills to celebrate Father's Day, and our stay was absolutely fabulous! The house is beautifully laid out and had all the amenities we needed to cook dinner each night. The location and neighborhood were perfect—close to all the area’s main attractions, yet peaceful and welcoming. Yvonne is a wonderful host who made everything easy and enjoyable. If you're looking for a spacious, well-equipped home in a great location, look no further. We’ll definitely be booking this property again on our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerome T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin Centrally Located

Great property close to everything in the Black Hills.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rally

Great place. Quiet. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bachelorette weekend

Beautiful house! Great location! Definitely will look into staying there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent, beautiful and very clean!

Such a beautiful home and place to stay! Very close to the Diamond Spur Event Center, Mickelson Trail and outdoor activities! Hope this VRBO is available next trip to this area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Black Hills Getaway

Great property for large family. House was just as described, and location perfect. Our family enjoyed our time there and hope to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mt. Rushmore Trip

We loved this place! Plenty of room for our group, great location near many key attractions, and beautiful scenery! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay for Family Vacation

Layout was great for two families. The home was exceptionally clean. Beds were very comfortable. Location was great. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Beautiful place in an even more beautiful location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

May 2024 Road Trip

The house was great!! Very comfortable and it is a convenient location to Mt Rushmore and other parks. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely wonderful!

This property is amazing. It was a wonderful stay for my family of 7!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023