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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 and fireplace. Off-season discounts. No extra fees.

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/bathtub, slippers, towels
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Mountain view

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

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  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
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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 and fireplace. 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 1 (2 bedroom / 1 bath - sleeps up to 6) https://www.vrbo.com/741537
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
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Cosmos Mystery Area. The cabin includes amenities such as a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, 2 bathrooms and fireplace
  • Steps from Cosmos Mystery Area and 10 minutes by car from Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Spectacular setting, amenities, and centrally located to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park, and hiking. Wi-Fi. Excellent cell service (Verizon & ATT). Private campfire and fireplace. Off-season discounts. No extra fees. offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Rapid City cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted in cabins or on property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing 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 and check-out are 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Pets are NOT permitted in cabins or on property.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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

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
Note from host: No events. Only registered guests are permitted.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

New Custom Black Hills Mount Rushmore Centrally Located Peaceful
New Custom Black Hills Mount Rushmore Centrally Located Peaceful
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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 and fireplace. Off-season discounts. No extra fees. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doris W.

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

Great Location

Very nice cabin, and great location. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our family trip here. The location allowed us to visit many areas in the Black Hills and beyond. The host was kind and helpful. The setting was quiet and serene.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin, second time back in 3 months! Always clean, well maintained....owners are terrific! Thank you Todd and Cathy!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LeRay P.

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

Great place to stay!

The cabin was very nice. Beds were comfortable. The water pressure wasn't great for washing dishes but we managed. Overall great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brittany P.

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

Perfect location!

This is a great location to Rushmore area. The place was very clean, and left sweet treats for us in the fridge!! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry K.

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

Black Hills weekend

Very quiet location, nice new cabin, easy access to main road
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Yak Cabins

Great place. Perfect location for everything. We couldn't have been happier with our choice to stay here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Excellent location!

We loved everything about it! The owners go above and beyond!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Nice!

Very clean and well-stocked!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce G.

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

Amaizing location and cabin

They present a five star first rate accommodation Everything is perfect This cabin is a WOW WONDERFUL Owners really show pride in ownership and care about the Presentation that their cabins make We stayed in cabin 4 highly recommend staying here
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

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

Wonderful Cabin

This is one of our favorite VRBO stays. The cabins are ideally located, well stocked, clean and comfortable. Chris and Cathy were great hosts and provided lots of information about local sites. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect getaway!

The cabin was off the beaten path, but in a perfect location for easy access to many tourist attractions and day trips. The layout of the cabin was perfect for our family that includes an adult son. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Missy R.

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

Beautiful!

Wish we had more time! Great location and so much to see and do.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wondered before we stayed here, how does someone keep a perfect score. Then we realized right away, cozy cabin, great amenities, very friendly hosts, etc.... The firepit with wood was a blast. It sits in the woods, yet you're right around the corner from Mt Rushmore, great hikes, restaurants, etc.... You will be very happy
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

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

Great location

Perfect home base to see all of the main sights. Extremely quiet and peaceful. Beautiful setting with deer and wild turkeys around every morning and evening.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Peaceful Cabin in the Woods

Yak Ridge Cabins are in a central location, close to many activities and attractions in the Black Hills area. They are clean, cozy, and comfortable- the perfect spot to rest and rejuvenate during a vacation. My family highly recommends staying at Yak Ridge and we hope to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey S.

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

Peaceful place

Enjoyed being out in the woods for the peace and quiet. Went for the Bike Rally and enjoyed being away from all that but close to lots of sightseeing.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna Y.

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

Top notch

We enjoyed our stay at Yak very much. The split floor plan was ideal for our group. The welcome snack basket was a real treat. Everything about the YAK was top notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

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

Great location and amenities

The location was central to everything we wanted to do in the Black Hills. There were so many extras at the cabin, from the welcome basket, to the yellow rubber ducky for the kids for bath time. Everything in the cabin had a purpose. We had an excellent stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

Best Vacay Ever!

This cabin was amazing! The location couldn’t have been any better! It was off a dirt road and in the countryside, but so close to all of the big attractions we wanted to see. The cabin itself was so perfect! It was cutely decorated and extremely clean. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

shawn w.

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

Rushmore

Nice time. Good location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful cabin!!

Beautiful cabin nestled in the Black Hills! Julie is an excellent host with lots of personal touches to the cabin. She even had a beautiful gift basket waiting for us in the fridge!! Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Mr.

This was one of the cleanest, quaint and homey cabins we’ve ever stayed! Close to Mt. Rushmore, and Custer State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori O.

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

Beautiful Cabin

We loved everything about this property. Secluded enough for privacy, but close drive to attractions. Very clean and comfortable. A gorgeous little get away! 5 minutes to Keystone and Mt. Rushmore. We loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail L.

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

A Hidden Gem!

Loved the floor plan of bathrooms and bedrooms on opposite sides. This cabin is charming, has thoughtful amenities for all your needs. Enjoyed the private firepit, grill, porch. The hosts left us gifts of cheese, snacks and wonderful toiletries. They thought of everything!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025