Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge.

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TV, fireplace, DVD player
Combined shower/bathtub, jetted bath, towels, toilet paper
Exterior
Terrace/patio
6 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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Hill City, SD
  • Place, Museum @ Black Hills Institute
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Sonja's
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, 1880 Train
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪45 min drive‬

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About this property

Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge.

Welcome to the Mickelson Trail Lodge

Custom built lodge with 6 bedrooms, 6 1/2 bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, dining room, screened porch with 20’ cathedral ceiling. Log covered patio with mammoth wood burning fireplace, private swimming pool and gardens, and featuring a unique hot tub with spectacular views of the valley. (Hot Tubs are not available during the months of January & February).

The pool is open Memorial Weekend-Labor Day weekend. (weather permitting).

We only allow 1 dog per cabin. We don't allow any other type of animals. Dogs must be less than 20 lbs. Dogs must be on leash when walking around the property, please clean up after your dog as well! If there’s evidence of excessive dog hair in the cabin. There’ll be an additional $300 charge. Please bring a kennel for the dog, so they are not loose in the cabin. Dogs are not allowed on any type of furniture or bedding.

There is absolutely No smoking/Vaping anywhere in this cabin. If we find any trace of smoking/Vaping anywhere in the cabin, there will be a $300 fee.


Located in the Heart of the Hills, just minutes away from Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, and all major Black Hills attractions.

We have 24 Hour Security Cameras on Property.

Disclaimer: Cell phone & Wi-Fi reception is very limited. Also, there is no washer/Dryer unit available at this cabin.

Western Sky Vacation Homes, LLC manages Mickelson Trail Lodge.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at this lodge. During your stay, you'll be close to Wade's Gold Mill. Features include an outdoor pool and 1 hot tub.
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Just a 5-minute drive from Wade's Gold Mill and 6 minutes from Museum @ Black Hills Institute
Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. offers its guests an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. also features barbecue grills and a garden.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Hill City lodge.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only!

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Private pool
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room

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 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Family atmosphere: We maintain and enforce a 10 P.M. quiet time. We will not tolerate loud parties and music at any time of the day or night.
Hot Tub water is changed between stays. We ask please do not change the temperature on hot tub and/or adjust, remove the chemical floater. Thanks!

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Check with Property Manager on pet policy..

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Notify us before booking

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside only!

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Notify us before booking
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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
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

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Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 164 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 176 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time in a wonderful place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gena G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. We really enjoyed the place and the Black Hills. Would stay again if we gad the chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place and we even witnessed a wedding next door!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matt was awesome to work with! Very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. The lodge was great. The rooms were big and easily accommodated our party of five adult couples and five kids. The outdoor space was great! Used the fireplace and hot tub every night.Location is perfect for a stay in the Black Hills!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matt came over to welcome us shortly after we got into the house. He was very gracious and gave us a lot of good information. The unit was clean and spacious, and the location was very nice for a getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reyne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

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

Great place!

We truly enjoyed our stay. We had plenty of room and truly enjoyed the poo, hot tub and outdoor fireplace. It was convenient located close to hill city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leslie d.

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

great place to stay

we had a great time enjoyed very much love the location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caleb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Great place to stay with family and friends!

Good location for having fun in the Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

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

Awesome property would definitely book again

Awesome accommodation, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trina S.

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

Family stay

Great place for the family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin! We will be back! Loved the pool, location, layout of the cabin! It was all great!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad A.

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

Great Cabin and Location for a Family Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back if it works out for us in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi J.

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

Family Vacation

We enjoyed every minute of our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Great Spot for a Large Group

The property had more than enough room for our group of 8. The host was very friendly and helpful. Good location to access anything you want to see in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracie M.

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

Black hills Atv riding

Great property excellent location. Listing is accurate. Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dale S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was enjoyable for our stay. We could have had more silverware, washcloth and hand towel in the kitchen. Also some beach towels for the hot tub. It would have been nice to have a washer and dryer too.These are just some suggestions, overall it was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!! Had everything we needed. Great location and Matt was great to work with! We had a large group of 18 people. Woke up to horses each morning. Just missing a large indoor common area for everyone but the outdoor space was great with the fire!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Awesome!

What a great place! Don’t hesitate! Super roomy - cleaning staff SO helpful & friendly - great location for all the things. We would 100% stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great! A lot of rooms and beds for are 8 adults and 8 kids. Hot tub and pool were a hit! Hot tub not too hot. We had a super time there and would like to rent it again sometime. Beautiful quiet area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

leslie d.

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

3rd time there

great place to stay close to all the attractions quiet and peaceful great place to relax and rest
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Great place!

Coming back next September!👍
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris F.

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

Beautiful Location

This lodge was an incredible value for an off peak, weeknight stay in the Black Hills. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin S.

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

Beautiful property!

Amazing cabin with lots of room for the whole family. Beautiful property and very helpful and friendly staff. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022