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Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites!

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Hill City Haven offers a spacious backyard, welcoming your furry friends with open arms. Located in the heart of ATV/UTV prime territory and within close proximity to all amenities, it is the ideal destination for gatherings and families alike.
Welcome to the Hill City Havent (formally Mainstay). Under new ownership Summer 2023
South side yard
Hot tub on the south side of the house
Seating for everyone in the south side of the home

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Hill City, SD
  • 1880 Train
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Needles Highway
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Prairie Berry Winery
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Bunk Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites!

- Located downtown on Main St. Walk to shops + food
- Quiet location on main street with plenty of privacy
- Hot tub in fenced backyard - plenty of privacy
- Fire pit, Grill, Ice Machine, Surround Sound Speaker system
- Family friendly space! (and pups too)
- 20 min to Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Rapid City, or Custer State Park
- UTV/ATV and motorcycle friendly with hoses to wash your toys!
- EV Charger - Level 2 Chargepoint Homeflex Charger


I give my guests space but we are available when needed!

The charming town of Hill City has plenty of activities to keep you busy, from sampling local cuisine to browsing the unique shops. One must-do activity is riding the 1880 Train, a historic steam-powered locomotive that takes you on a scenic journey through the Black Hills National Forest. For nature lovers, the Mickelson Trail offers over 100 miles of hiking and biking trails to explore. And when it's time to rest your feet, grab a table at one of the many coffee shops and soak in the small-town atmosphere. Hill City is a delightful destination with something for everyone.

The Hill City Haven is walking distance to everything. Located right on Main Street, its close enough to restaurants and yet has privacy in a backyard for friends and family after a day of sightseeing.

Guests can drive around to the back of the house for covered parking or park right on Main Street and enter through the front of the house. Plenty of parking for trailers and ATV/UTVs too! A Chargpoint Home Flex Level 2 EV Charger with J1772 Plug is included for use to charge electric vehicles.

BEDROOMS (new mattresses 2024)
- Bedroom 1: 1 Queen
- Bedroom 2: 1 Queen - connected to downstairs bathroom
- Bedroom 3 Upstairs: 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
-Bedroom 4 Basement: Bunk Room - 2 sets of twin bunkbeds and 1 double futon

BATHROOMS
- 3 full baths: one shower downstairs + one bathtub/shower combo upstairs (see pics for more) + one full bathroom in basement
- TONS of storage
- Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash + hand soap provided

LIVING SPACES
- 3 separate living areas to relax in after a day of exploring the Black Hills
- Living space on the main floor with a sectional couch and 2 chairs.
- Enjoy a fireplace and Large TV with a full surround sound system.
- Additional living space on the main floor with a couch and 2 chairs, along with a cocktail table
- Basement living space with a comfy couch, chair, and TV. Perfect for kids to hang out in

KITCHEN
- Fully stocked kitchen - double amount of dishes you would need!
- New large ICE MACHINE 2023 - plenty of ice for your stay
- 2 toasters, teapot, blender, Kitchen Aid mixer, crockpot
- Pots, pans, and baking dishes
- Storage containers, mixing bowls, knives, dishtowels
- First Aid kit + LifeVac
- Grilling supplies and paper plates

DINING
- Seating for 8 at table
- Seating for 4 at counter
- Outdoor seating + +
- New Grill 2023

HOT TUB
- New hot tub
- Perfect for smaller groups - enjoyed by all
- 8’ Privacy fences
- Water feature and fire pit nearby

ENTERTAINMENT
- 65” TV + 2 32” Roku TV
- Surround sound system - bluetooth
- SLING live TV account for sports!
- High speed WiFi
- Printer + extra computer screen available by request

FAMILY + PET FRIENDLY
- Games + Outdoor games for the family
- Little playroom and toys for your littles
- Poker chip set + playing cards
- Pet bowls and bags available for use
- Fenced in backyard for your pups!

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This stylish and welcoming vacation rental is the ultimate destination for families and friends seeking a memorable retreat in the heart of the beautiful Black Hills. With its prime location near iconic attractions like Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience and serenity.

Check out our other properties in Custer! Look up “Black Hills Family Vacations” in both towns.

With over 2500 sq. ft. of well-designed space, the Hill City Haven features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, comfortably accommodating

Explore town in style with a car or by foot, but if you're looking for an even more adventurous way to get around - don't forget that UTVs are allowed on roads (just not the Mickelson Trail)! Be sure to see our partners for "insider" deals.

- NEW for 2024: Lower Level Living + kitchenette, bunkroom , and bathroom
- NEW for 2024: Level 2 EV charger for cars
- COMING 2025: Game room and bar area with pool table and games
- Centrally located and within walking distance to everything in Hill City
- Renters Must be 21
- Up to 2 dogs allowed with a $100 deposit

Hill City is Steps away from :
- Swimming in 7 lakes nearby
- 800 feet from the Mickelson
- 20 minutes from Crazy Horse
- 20 minutes from Mt. Rushmore
- 2 hours from the Badlands
- 1 hour from Deadwood
- 20 minutes from Custer State Park

CONCIERGE: Come on over and chill! We'll take care of preparing the house for you. Our services include stocking the fridge, setting up a margarita bar, providing charcuterie boards, putting up light decorations, and much more. Everything will be ready for you when you arrive.

CAMERAS: Hill City is a VERY safe community. We do have 4 cameras for video surveillance on all of our properties. A camera on the north and south side of the house facing the doors, and one on both the front and back door.

PARKING: Our property has a lot of parking on Main Street in front and in the back of the house we have two spaces that are covered. We offer hoses to wash off UTV/ATVs as well!

*NEW* ADD-ONS! (Subject to availability)
Our new add-ons will be in a link we send you after you book!
- Kayak rentals
- Pontoon boat ride
- Early check-in
- Late check-out
- Pet fee
- EV charger
- And more for summer 2024!

IS THIS RENTAL AVAILABLE YEAR-ROUND?
YES! Hill City is high elevation. There are on average 228 sunny days per year here! The average summer temp is 80 degrees and winter can be in the 30’s-40’s. Many stores and restaurants stay open year-round! We have parades for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Burning Beetle in Custer. Hill City has many fall/winter events. We are about 45 minutes from skiing at Terry Peak.

WHAT RESTAURANTS ARE OPEN YEAR-ROUND?
Mangiamo’s Pizza, Hill City Cafe, The Alpine Steakhouse, 1885, and Lemongrass are our favorites and are open year-round. Caboose Coffee is also open year-round.

IS THERE A PLACE TO RENT BIKES AND UTVS?
YES! Bikes: Rabbit Bicycles & Repair and bike rentals down by the Mickelson Trail. For UTV/ATV rental we recommend Hill City Adventures.

HOW MANY HIKING/BIKING TRAILS ARE THERE?
We have over 70 miles of hiking in and around Hill City. Other than the Mickelson Trail (500 feet from the house) we put our favorite hikes (including Black Elk Peak) in the guidebook.

WHAT IS THE FOOD SCENE LIKE?
Hill City has great restaurants - 1885, Lemongrass, The Alpine Inn, and Mangiamo’s Pizza are our favorites. The Downtown Deli is great for breakfast.

ARE THERE STORES NEARBY TO BUY FOOD?
We have Krull’s Grocery and Dollar General nearby.

PLEASE NOTE: A signed rental agreement is required for each reservation. If you book online you will still need to provide this information after booking. If you book AirBnB, we will text you a link.

Property manager

Sarah Walker
Premier Host

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping on property of any kind (outdoor cameras on the premises)
Quiet time is 10pm-8am
No unregistered guests or fined $20 per guest

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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

About the area

Hill City

Located in Hill City, this holiday home is in the city centre. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Granite Sports and South Dakota State Railroad Museum.
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Hill City, SD

What's nearby

  • 1880 Train - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Teddy Bear Town - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Needles Highway - 4 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Prairie Berry Winery - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 16 min drive - 17.7 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria Mangiamo - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Silver Dollar Saloon - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar & Grill - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Hill City Cafe - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ideal downtown location with a hot tub! It's perfect for families + friends - min away from sites! located?

Located in the centre of Hill City, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Granite Sports, Museum @ Black Hills Institute and Things That Rock. 1880 Train and South Dakota State Railroad Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

RobertM

Hill City Haven

Great location and town to enjoy the Black Hills from. The home is comfortable, the things that ned to be clean were clean and the beds were very comfortable. Our family had a blast here!
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10/10 Excellent

Frank and Linda C.

Lots of fun

Had a great time staying at Hill City Haven. Sarah and Ethan were wonderful hosts. Everything was perfect.
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10/10 Excellent

Laureen Y.

Hill City Haven

The location of Hill City Haven is conveniently located near stores, restaurants & more. Some are close enough to walk to! The Haven was perfect for my family. We had plenty of room & also enjoyed the hot tub! Great place to stay!
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10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Great Location and stay

The house has plenty of room for everyone. We were traveling with 3 teens and it worked great. Location allows for a quick walk to restaurants and shops. Elizabeth's has awesome coffee and Cream is some of the best ice cream I have ever had. All around a convenient base for checking out the area and host is very responsive.

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

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

Fall Family Getaway

The house was perfect for our extended family trip. There was plenty of room for our 3 small families to have privacy, but a lot of common areas. We loved the walkability into town. There are many great restaurants, coffee shops, and breweries in town. The hot tub was fantastic at the end of the day after outings. Central location in the Hills was great. Most places we went were no longer than 30 minute drives.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Joan N.

Small Town Gem

This is the second year we have used Hill City Haven! The property is spacious, welcoming, and perfectly located. The hosts are responsive and helpful. We will be making Hill City Haven a yearly retreat.

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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Hill City Haven

This house has character! It's older, but was perfect for our group of 6. The beds were amazing!! Walking distance to restaurants and shopping. We had a blast here. Yard with hot tub. Everything you need to feel at home, especially the ice maker! Will stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Valerie V.

Great Stay!

Our family of 5 had the best stay over the 4th of July holiday. We loved the house and Hill City and were able to make day trips to everything we wanted to see in the Black Hills. Sarah was an amazing host and the house was clean and comfortable, giving all of us our own space and plenty of bathrooms to speed up getting ready (important with two teen daughters!). If we ever get the chance to come back to the area we will definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Victor W.

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

A Great Spot

We had a great stay here…plenty of room and a short walk to shops and restaurants. House is older, but has some updates and everything you need. Fenced in yard was great for our dog…fireplace was great. Hill City is a great spot to explore everything in the Black Hills from, and this was a great spot to stay for our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

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Awesome property

Overall a great property in a cute town. Walking distance to many great restaurants and close to so many great outdoor gems such as Custer State Park, Badlands, Mt Rushmore, Devils Tower, Wind Cave & Jewel Cave National Parks. Great kitchen and outdoor hot tub. Must stay in the Black Hills.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Becky B., El Mirage

Fun place!

This is the coolest old house! It is quite large and would fit a huge group of people! Love the gas fireplace and the hot tub. Didn't use the fire pit but it looks awesome as well. Giant kitchen with everything you need. Hosts are amazing. Will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Peggy K.

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Family and outlaws

Cozy little house with convenient parking within walking distance of everything in Hill City. This kitchen is better equipped then mine. Has wine fridge, ice machine, big fridge, nice cook top and oven and dishwasher that works well. Lots of space for relaxing and games. Boys enjoyed football on tv.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Michelle J.

Christmas in HIll City, SD

This is a beautiful home. Great kitchen space. Very roomy, with nice dining room, 2 living rooms. Great for family get-togethers. We even had a dog with us and the yard was perfect for him. One of the bedrooms has a mattress that is very very firm, hard to sleep on and the home was a little chilly.....other than the family room with the fireplace, nice and cozy there. We enjoyed our stay and would consider renting the home again for a future stay.
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10/10 Excellent

RonD

Family Week in the Black Hills

Great stay at City Haven! The property was as described and Sarah was very proactive with communication. Our group of six - my wife and myself + 2 adult children, their significant others and 2 dogs - really appreciated the flexibility the property offers for sleeping arrangements, as well as space for gathering as a group or finding privacy as needed. The kitchen had everything needed for prepping meals, the fenced yard was great for hanging out with the dogs. The property was very clean and orderly. We really enjoyed using the hot tub at the end of the day. Lastly, as a first time Black Hills visitor, we found Hill City to be a perfectly central base for exploring the area. Highly recommend Hill City Haven!
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10/10 Excellent

JoniD

Perfect proximity to sightsee Black Hills

Sarah and Ethan were amazing hosts. Very responsive to requests and super fast communication. The house was well stocked as advertised, and the small touches were very appreciated (like a welcome basket of goodies)! The house is in the process of being updated, but we had everything we needed and it felt very spacious. We stayed for a week during fall break for the kids, (and many of the shops/restaurants shut down for winter), so it was nice to have a big kitchen. Also, loved the hot tub under the stars! The location is perfect, it was a short drive to everything we wanted to see around the Black Hills. Highly recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Erica R., Omaha NE

Wonderful Property on Main St, Hill City SD

We had a wonderful stay at this property, right on Main Street in Hill City. The location is ideal and an easy 2 block walk to gift shops, bars, and restaurants. The backyard was a peaceful oasis from the downtown activity and fully fenced which was convenient as we traveled with our dog. The hot tub and fire pit are nice amenities after a long day of exploring the hills. Ownership of this property changed hands after our booking but before our visit and we hoped all would still run smooth. It definitely did! The new owners were very responsive to any questions and Sarah was amazing. Highly recommend this house and the area!!

8/10 Good

Michelle J.

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Christmas

The house was nice. Room with the fireplace was the warmest, all other rooms were chilly. Bedroom connected to the bathroom, bed in that room is very very hard….couldn’t sleep on that mattress and had to figure out how and where else to sleep. The upstairs was nice, but cold during the night. We would consider renting the house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P., Minneapolis

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Well located, comfortable and cozy Hill City house

We very much enjoyed this homey, comfortable house with it's secure and pleasant yard as well as the gracious hospitality of our hosts. The kitchen is large and well equipped and there is ample seating at the good sized dining room table. We thoroughly appreciated the Custer State Park pass and made great use of it almost daily in our week stay. Sitting in the hot tub under starry skies in the private yard was really a treat after the day's explorations. And having multiple, inviting couches for conversation or watching movies in the evening was great for our small family group and would be even better for larger. Fencing is secure if your dog is traveling with you and it is just a short walk to restaurants and shops. A great home base for Black Hills adventure.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clint Q.

This was an amazing family vacation! Thank you Black Hills Family Vacations for making it possible!

Hill City Haven is a newly remodeled Victorian home that is absolutely beautiful. Not only is the home beautiful but the landscape along with cozy hot tub, wood burning fire pit and PVC privacy fence that makes this the perfect home away from home. Hill City Haven is located on main street which makes it very convenient and walking distance for shopping, delicious restaurants, several bars and brewery's, museums and many more cool things to see . If you are an angler or ATV rider, well welcome to paradise! There are several ATV trails, creeks and lakes that you can take advantage of that are just minutes away. If you are and your family are wanting to visit the Black Hills I highly recommend that you give Hill City Haven a try. It will defiantly NOT disappoint you! I just want to give a huge shout out to Black Hills Family Vacation for making our vacation of a lifetime possible. We will defiantly be staying with them in the very near future!

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Walker

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We traded our Colorado mountain views for the beauty of South Dakota and Michigan. Now, we’re discovering everything that makes the Black Hills such a special place to call home! From exploring Mount Rushmore and Badlands National Park to discovering the hidden gems of Custer State Park, there’s no shortage of things to do in this enchanting area. With so much beauty all around us, it’s hard not to be inspired by our new home every day! We’re excited for the adventures ahead

Why they chose this property

At Black Hills Family Vacations, we are proud to showcase this enchanting home that embodies the essence of a fairy tale. Our portfolio spans the nation, and we oversee each property with the same meticulous attention to detail. Visit blackhillsfamilyvacations.com to discover more exceptional vacation homes we own and manage. Experience a truly magical getaway with us.

What makes this property unique

Looking for the best of both worlds - convenience and relaxation? This unique house downtown Hill City can provide just that! Located 800 feet from the Mickelson Trail, you'll have plenty of nearby restaurants, ice cream shops, coffee spots AND local stores at your fingertips. The perfect fit for those wanting to explore this lovely area with ease!

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