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Ponderosa Mountain Retreat

Family-friendly vacation home with a fitness center and a sauna

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, books
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, books
Perched at the top of Edelweiss Mountain, The Ponderosa offers a serene retreat with 4 decks to take in the panoramic views of Black Hills National Forest. Unwind in the hot tub or cozy up by the fireplace, available from Oct. to May 15.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Fireplace

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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.

Ponderosa Mountain Retreat

Ponderosa Retreat – Spacious 4-Bedroom Cabin with Hot Tub & Sauna

Nestled among the beautiful Ponderosa Pines, this spacious 4-bedroom mountain home offers the perfect Black Hills getaway for families and groups. Enjoy peaceful forest views with easy access to hiking and ATV trails right nearby.

Inside, you’ll find 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an open loft with 3 twin beds—plenty of space for everyone. The main level features a king primary suite with en-suite bath and a queen bedroom. The lower level includes another king bedroom, a queen bedroom, and a large living area with a smart TV and foosball table for family fun.

Relax outdoors on one of four scenic decks, fire up the gas grill, or unwind after a day of adventure in the hot tub or sauna (sauna available for an additional fee). The fully equipped kitchen includes all the cooking essentials, a coffee maker, spices, and an extra refrigerator in the garage for drinks and supplies.

With Wi-Fi, laundry facilities, and thoughtful amenities throughout, this cabin provides both comfort and convenience in a beautiful mountain setting.

Important Details:

3 miles of gravel road to the property

Parking for up to 4 vehicles and one 16-ft trailer (additional trailer parking available at our office)

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 23

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No Pets or smoking allowed 5 vehicles allowed Room for1 trailers 16 ft.

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 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

GB Oasis Centrally Located all Attractions House Rapid City
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About the neighborhood

Map
Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Pactola Pines Marina - 17 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Pactola Point Swim Beach - 18 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Sheridan Lake - 21 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Sheridan Lake North - 21 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Naked Winery - 27 min drive - 21.6 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Black Forest Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪No Bad Days Tap Wagon - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Horse Creek Inn - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Annie Lode Coffee Cabin - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Rimrock Happy Tavern - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ponderosa Mountain Retreat 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 Ponderosa Mountain Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ponderosa Mountain Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ponderosa Mountain Retreat located?

Located in the mountains, 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).

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Reviews

Ponderosa Mountain Retreat Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

4.0

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great we love being in the hills!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, adventurous road.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wah Wah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I wished I could go back with larger group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Melodee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Beautiful home and surroundings. Very remote; far from grocery, etc
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiffin K.

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

Nice place

Had a great stay, everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

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

Secluded

Great remote area. We loved the size of the house for all 10 of us. The house was stocked with all the essentials. It was quite a drive with the construction but for those that got car sick in our group it worked perfect. Hot tub was great to relax in. Had a blast visiting all the sites!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Great stay at the Ponderosa

House was fantastic, it had s lot of room, clean and semi secluded which is what we were looking for. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Ponderosa

Our family had a great time and enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim P.

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

Great family getaway

This is a wonderful older property that gives a perfect vibe of mountain living. The decor is so unique and makes you want to learn more about the area's history. The amenities, games and five decks were plentiful for six adults and three young children. Host Julie was very attentive. It's quiet and remote, which is a positive unless there's highway construction and it extends your travel time to attractions, and that was just our luck. Highly recommend if you want a tranquil, unique property that offers better value than the others we've tried.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Amazing! Beyond expectations

Awesome stay, we enjoyed the hot tub so much and the place was very spacious
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great Place

This was a great place. Julie is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Kathleen M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Trip of a lifetime

The family enjoyed the location which was central to sites on our list.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

Beautiful, secluded, perfect

Beautiful home, wonderful quiet area in the hills, beautiful views, wonderful experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan W., Blythewood, SC

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

Great Cabin! Great Location

Outstanding property and location! Everything we were looking for! Hosts were great! Ask about the ATV tour.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Mt Rushmore Family Retreat

Property was amazing and so unique. Would stay there again if the intent is to relax and have family time. Dirt road was graded well and takes time to navigate but the wildlife was fun to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Elsa S.

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

Ponderosa

Nice, well-equipped home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

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

Spacious and Beautiful

3 couples stayed, and we had a wonderful time. did some side-by-side riding, and back to the cabin every evening for dinner and so watch football. Everything was as stated, and more. Kitchen and bathrooms were well supplied. Very comfortable surroundings. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monte N., Center City, MN

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

Family Gathering

Great location. Property has been well maintained. Enjoyed the secluded area. Appreciated the personal touches and decorations. Central location made for easy access to surrounding attractions.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

South Dakota vacation

The property was excellent for our needs! We took our grandchildren on a trip since they live in different states and are young enough to have time in their schedules. We took them to several sites in the area during the day and ate with their parents for breakfast and dinner. We all could go our own way during the day! It was a fabulous vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

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

Beautiful spot for our family!

Amazing property! There was plenty of space for our 5 girls and us to spread out. We loved the hot tub, nice big kitchen for cooking dinners & breakfasts and many decks to relax on. The drive up the hill took a little long but that would be our only complaint. The kids had fun with games, PlayStation and foosball - a bonus to have those things already there and ready for them. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danette S.

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

Very Peaceful Place

We were boating and fishing at Lake Pactola most of the week. The house was just a few miles from the Lake, which is very beautiful. The house is also close to most area attractions. The house had everything we needed and was a very relaxing place to come back to at the end of the day. We had 6 adults and two kids and we all had plenty of space. Very nice home in a beautiful mountain setting!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Amy H.

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

Close to Pactola and Rushmore

The house had some gorgeous views. It is on the top so it is a big pull with any trailer. We had side by side RZRs so we had to park down at the bottom where you check in and load a vehicle to ride and drive to the top. We hit some amazing trails from there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron L., Rosemount

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

Quiet & Clean

A quiet, spacious property. The loft is great, but as expected with a loft, very open so if people are sleeping in the loft don't expect to be able to be in the dining/living room area. The basement also has a nice gathering space. Hot tub felt great after all our walking/hiking. Good amount of towels (I write that because we've stayed places were they only provide the bare minimum).
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Delaine R.

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

Great place to stay.

We loved our stay at Great for large groups/families (mention we had 10), privacy for up to 4 couples. And a great loft for kids. Nice and remote for quiet mornings, evenings, also 30-40 min drive to most touristy locations if that’s your jam. Well stocked kitchen for bags, dishes and some spices), but had to dig for cooking supplies for large groups (crock pots, large pots for boiling, bowls for mixing, but did find enough to get buy). Bonus find, extra fridge in the garage! Hot tub great and was used every night. could have used more toilet paper. It was definitely a beautiful, serene place to stay! Would definitely go again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Beautiful stay!

Beautiful drive up to the cabin. Brought family friends for their first to time to the area and they were able to experience The Black Hill in the best way possible. Access to the garage with a extra fridge/freeze (Thumbs UP). Kitchen stocked with all the cooking accessories needed. Bathrooms roomy and clean. Loved the lofted second floor with 3twins and a couch (KID ZONE)! Extra large dining table for supper gatherings. Would have liked to have a table table outside to eat on; but each deck offered side tables and comfortable seating. Basement was great for the kids offering the game room and deck to the hot tub! Heads up for those that travel with a trailer; entrance into the driveway was very tight w/ almost 90° turn. Recommend backing in the driveway! Any vehicles outside the neighbor house at the front of driveway could block your turning ability. They were very nice and moved the vehicle so we were able to back in. Loved our stay, can’t wait until next year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023