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The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach
Miscellaneous
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12269 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills

The Owls Nest is our Vacation home in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. Our family uses the Owls Nest several times every year. We do rent it a few times each year. Our home is located a mile high and has spectacular 30-mile views from the very large deck. We like to have families and their friends at our home, rather than all male groups. Please keep group size to maximum of 12 total people, including children, our property manager will check on number of people at our house The house is located near several ATV trails, you can drive to the trails from the house. We cannot provide trailer parking for very large trailers on Edelweiss Mountain. No trailer parking on our lot on Edelweiss Mountain as there is not enough level space. Trailer parking for small, medium trailers can be on my adjacent vacant lot. No trailer parking of any size on our house lot and no parking of vehicles or trailers on the roads. Contact the Owner about trailer parking.
The Owl's Nest is centrally located in the Black Hills on Edelweiss Mountain near beautiful Lake Pactola Reservoir just off of Hwy 385. The central location puts you within 30 minutes of most of the major attractions in the Black Hills.

This is an often-used personal vacation home; thus is has lots of added comforts to make yours and the owners' stay super comfortable. Wow! One new King bed, Two queen beds, Six twin beds with new Mattresses, a pack & Play crib and a queen sized futon. You and your family can enjoy all those beds, three floors of space, three full bathrooms, an over sized kitchen, living room, lower family room, a bonus room above the garage, and an over sized deck with a view overlooking the Black Hills. The garage is reserved for the owners storage. This home has air-conditioning for the kitchen and dinning area and upper bedroom. We have ceiling fans in 3 of the 4 closed door bedrooms and in the living room and bonus room. The lower level of the house is partially in the ground on 3 sides and is always cool in summer. The house does not have wi-fi but has good mobile phone service. We have two Tv's with service by dish network. We are located a mile high on Edelweiss mountain and our area is usually 10-12 degrees cooler than the reported temp in Rapid City. The summer nights cool off very nicely, bring a jacket.

The Owl's Nest is beautifully decorated, very clean, and completely furnished. The views from the decks of this home provide a sweeping panorama of Black Hills scenery
The Owl's Nest is often used by more than one family
Enjoy the beautiful Black Hills
Dan, Rae Jean Gee - Owners
Brookings SD

Property manager

Dan Gee or Rae Jean Gee

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking insise or near the house

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Golf privileges
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2900 sq ft (269 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: No Pets inside or out No expections

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Great for children, we have young grandchildren

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 parties or big gatherings allowed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Owl's Nest Black Hills Vacation Home House Rapid City
Owl's Nest Black Hills Vacation Home House
Owl's Nest Black Hills Vacation Home Rapid City
Owl's Nest Black Hills Vacation Home
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About the neighborhood

Map
Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Prairie Berry Winery - 24 min drive
  • Naked Winery - 24 min drive
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 36 min drive
  • 1880 Train - 38 min drive
  • Mount Rushmore - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Prairie Berry Winery - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Miner Brewing Company - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Black Forest Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rimrock Happy Tavern - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Horse Creek Inn Restaurant & Campground - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pactola Pines Marina, Pactola Point Swim Beach, and Sheridan Lake North. Black Hills National Forest and Sheridan Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
SD
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
2024 Vacation
The house was great and just what our geoup needed for our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded
If you want peace and quiet this is the place for you. Great house with beautiful scenery
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful owl’s nest
We had a wonderful time staying in this house. Worked great for our family of Ten, many memories where made during our weeks stay
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Krystal H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
The house was centrally located. The kitchen was fully stocked with dishes so made it easy to have home cooked meals. Lots of rooms/beds for family or friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just fun
Had a great trip to Mount Rusmore and area attractions. The Owls Nest provides just what we needed in comfort and layout. Nice view, rustic feel and relaxed stay. Everything worked out great…
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location- Plenty of room
The home is located in a quiet and peaceful setting. The views off the deck to the northwest are amazing. There is plenty of sky visible for stargazing. You are a bit off the beaten path, but still centrally located in the Hills so you can get anywhere quickly. Our group of eleven had plenty of room to spread out, with ample room in the common areas for us to all be together as well. Bring your wasp and hornet spray. Yellowjackets are numerous and we had to dispatch several. Overall, it was a minor issue and did not affect our enjoyment of the property. One thing I wish the owners would change is the requirement to have the towels washed, dried and folded before departure. In order to get out of the house by checkout time, we had to forgo the use of any towels on the morning of departure. Overall, a great experience, wonderful facility and an amazing setting. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Owls Nest
It was good. We didnt see the whirlpool which was a big selling point. However it was nice. We barely used the whole place
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at the Owls Nest
Our family had a lovely stay at the Owls Nest. The views are breathtaking and the home is very comfortable. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Matt Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Black Hills Vacation
Very private and quiet property. Had great times in the evenings playing cornhole and socializing. Not as close to the attractions as we normally stay but didn’t end up being an issue, just had to allow more time to get back and forth. Was very warm for the hills while we were there. Central air would have been a plus, but did cool at night. Overall was a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti 1.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great choice for our family
Our group of 6 adults and 5 kids (ages 6-11) stayed 5 nights at Owl's nest last week. Everything was as described on the VRBO site. Pictures are very accurate. Bathrooms were updated. There was plenty of spaces for us to spread out and not be under each other's feet. The outside deck was a favorite hang out. The kids loved the hills. Kitchen had all the basics we needed for meals. Each day we filled our half dozen water bottles to take with us and the ice maker had no problem keeping up. Tap water was just fine for making coffee. Be sure to unplug the coffee pot since it does not have an auto shut off. The drive in on the gravel road is quite steep with many hairpin turns, but it's a very well maintained road. With the long summer daylight hours, we luckily never had to drive it in the dark. I think that would be scary. It is a bit of a long drive if you want to come and go often, but we had breakfast at the house, then headed out for the day and were back at the house for cocktails and dinner each evening. It was a really great choice for our group.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded, tree top get-away
Our group of 9, two grandparents, parents and 5 kids (12-2) stayed at the Owl's Nest for 4 nights. The home had plenty of sleeping options and everyone found a place they could relax. The house had a full basement to allow the adults and kids to separate when we wanted to. The kitchen was stocked with pots and pans for us to make meals. The fridge was big enough to hold our needed groceries. The ice maker in the freezer worked well. An auto-shutoff coffee maker would be a great addition to the kitchen. The drive up to the house is scenic and semi-rustic. You will utilize gravel roads and switch backs to get up to the Nest. But if you take it slow, you can avoid car sickness. The Owl's Nest would be good for a non-sightseeing Black Hills visit. We found it uneasy just to run back to the house between tourist site visits. If you're looking for a local visit or a place to just stay at, the Nest would be a great spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Owl’s Nest
Home was lovely and well kept with ample space and accommodation. The one complaint we have is that upon reading the listing and booking the stay no where did it mention that trailers were not to be parked on the property. That information was not given to us until 3 days prior to our arrival. The sole purpose of our trip was to ride motorcycles and that meant trailering them there and thus needing a place to park our trailer on the property. Wish that tidbit of information was on the original listing, or at least in the confirmation email shortly upon booking (we booked months in advance); as opposed to shortly before we left for the trip.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleased
We enjoyed our stay at the Owl’s Roost. It was clean and fit our needs. The host and management were very pleasant and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. The views from the house are beautiful and stargazing at night is amazing; however, it should be noted that the gravel road to the house is long, curvy and bumpy. All in all we were pleased.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jan K., Greenville, Texas

Liked: Cleanliness
We all loved South Dakota!
This property seems to be older with some really nice updates. Each couple in our group got there own floor with bedroom, bathroom and living area. The weather was fabulous and the Owner was very easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Linda D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable
We loved the house but didn’t like that we were required to wash and dry our towels before leaving. There were notices that if we used the washer and dryer but they broke, it would be our responsibility for repairs. We also already paid a cleaning fee. We loved how spacious the house was and had many beds to sleep in. It’s beautiful property but not convenient to run back to when out doing tourist things.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pennington VRBO
The place was very nice and tidy. It was nice to finish touring for the day to come back to the house to sit on the deck and enjoy the scenery. Our grandchildren loved having their own rooms for the week. Would definitely rent again if in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Retreat
Home was immaculate peaceful beautiful area everything good amenities wonderful can’t wait to go back
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing cabin
Enjoyed the peace and quiet. Clean property in the black hills. Would recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Family Getaway
The property is amazing as are the views. Wake up, grab a cup of coffee and watch the sun fill the valley below, then after a day of activity, grill on the porch while watching the sunset. The house is big with more than enough room for a 4 person family like ours or for a larger family. The Owl's Nest is so conveniently located, you can be swimming at Lake Pactola in 20 minutes or see many of the area's attractions within 45 minutes or a day trip to the Badlands about an hour and a half away. We value a more remote and quiet place and the Owl's Nest is just that. It's literally at the top of a mountain, you can see a few neighboring houses but it's so quiet and private. Dan and Rae have done an amazing job on the house and really make people feel at home. They were easy to communicate with and extremely thorough, providing a long list of things to do, suggestions for food, etc., even down to providing safety and emergency info. We highly recommend staying at the Owl's nest you will not regret it and will make some great memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time in Wonderful Blackhills
The host and property manager were very attentive and responded to all questions promptly. The hosts provided a book containing information on local attractions, emergency facilities, places to dine, sightseeing tips, etc. that was extremely helpful. Our children and grandchildren had a fantastic time. This home and the location gave everyone the true Black Hills experience. Sitting on the deck in the evening listening to the wind blow through the pine trees is something that has to be experienced, it can not be described. We would definitely recommend this property to anyone wishing to truly experience the Black Hills!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hill side cozy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Owls Nest. Our group of 5 adults and 5 kids, this house fit our needs for everyone to have a bed and shared bathrooms were no issue. The kids loved sleeping in the bunk beds down stairs and had pretty much claimed the basement as their own place. I do wish the queen in the kids bunk room could be placed in the room with the double beds just for a room that an adult could sleep with some privacy as well. The beds were comfortable with nice supportive pillows. The views were incredible and the weather was perfect. We brought stuff to make s'mores but quickly realized open wood fires were not allowed. We would have liked to sit out doors more but with out a way to stay warm with a fire, that was kinda out of the question. A propane gas fire pit would be really nice on the back deck. We made due with using the oven to make s'mores and they were delicious. The location was good in proximity of all the sight seeing places to visit about 30 mins from everything. The house its self was farther off the hwy than I expected. We made sure to pack a cooler of food for lunch and snacks and then leave for the day. Not a huge deal but was a slight inconvenience if we forgot something or came back to have lunch and then head back out. Over all the stay was wonderful and we fell in love with the Black Hills of South Dakota. We are already talking about coming back next year with more family! Thank you all for sharing your cabin with the Colvin family!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Accommodated our extended family very well.
Great secluded location.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doreen Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Cabin was fantastic. Weather was challenging hailed on us. Bit we still had fun. 2 lakes for kids to have beach time and fishing caught a couple nice trout. Hiking trails. Needles highway
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain cabin
The property was very nice, clean & comfortable. The view was beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022