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American Pines Lodge, 5 miles from Mt. Rushmore

Vacation home in Keystone with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Towels, soap, toilet paper
Smart TV, DVD player
3 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Nestled in a mountain meadow, American Pines Lodge offers a serene retreat with front and back decks featuring propane BBQ grills. Explore the surrounding trails on foot or bike or take an ATV/UTV ride through the Black Hills Wilderness Edge. With 4 acres of space, this home has plenty of room for fun with a playground and basketball court.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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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.

American Pines Lodge, 5 miles from Mt. Rushmore

American Pines Lodge is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home that can sleep up to 12 people with a queen bed in each room, a sofa sleeper in the living room & 4 portable cots. There are 2 full bathrooms, one being a master bath with a soaker tub, fully furnished kitchen, living room area with satellite TV & DVD player, as well as front & back decks with propane BBQ grill & yard area with a fire pit. This is a side x side duplex & we, the owners live in the other unit. There is a dual locking door between the 2 units. Located just 5 miles from Mt. Rushmore & 2 miles from downtown Keystone, American Pines Lodge is close to most major attractions but sets on 4 acres of mountain meadow in a beautiful valley with Battle Creek running through the property. Our other listing, American Pines Cabin, is also on the same property. There is a playground & basketball court available for our guests. Hiking & biking trails are accessed right off the property as well as ATV/UTV rentals through Black Hills Wilderness Edge to get off the beaten path & experience the Black Hills. Come see why we've been blessed to call the Black Hills home & want to share it with you.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Rules

Any damage done to property or persons is the responsibility of the renter.
A credit card is needed at check-in, in lieu of a damage deposit.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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

Vrbo Property
American Pines Lodge 5 Miles From Mt. Rushmore
American Pines Lodge, 5 miles from Mt. Rushmore Keystone

About the neighborhood

Map
Keystone, SD

What's nearby

  • Gutzon Borglum Historical Center - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 7 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 9 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Front Porch - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Gaslight Restaurant & Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Carver's Café - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is American Pines Lodge, 5 miles from Mt. Rushmore 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 American Pines Lodge, 5 miles from Mt. Rushmore?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at American Pines Lodge, 5 miles from Mt. Rushmore?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is American Pines Lodge, 5 miles from Mt. Rushmore located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Gutzon Borglum Historical Center and 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Big Thunder Gold Mine and National Presidential Wax Museum are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

American Pines Lodge, 5 miles from Mt. Rushmore Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy M.

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

Black Hill Vacation

The place was so clean. It was everything you see in the pictures. We were gone most of the days and came back and fixed suppers there. Everything was great!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve M.

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

Beautiful Location

The location of the cabin was amazing. The town of Keystone was extremely close and the train that passes through was so cute, my son loved it! This property was the perfect size for our two families of four people each, so eight of us total. Thank you for hosting us, we would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Robin A.

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

Family Getaway

Great location!!! Just outside Keystone! Owners were very responsive! Hair dryer was broken and they brought me a new one in 5-10 min.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Spacious and beautiful

The setting and location was perfect. We enjoyed the space to accommodate our group of 7 travelers from ages 3 to 83. The owners were quick to respond to our requests and concerns, even when there was a power outage due to a lightening storm that was quickly resolved.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

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

Family vacation

Clean, comfy and great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald V.

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

great quiet setting

We were well accomodated with ample clean facilities and parking. A very well maintained facility with nice quiet evenings and good access to surrounding locations. Great Black Hills location.

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

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

Close to what we wanted to see

Very clean, very helpful and courteous host! We luved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAURIE D.

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

Perfect Central Location

The perfect place to use as “home base” while visiting the many amazing places in the Black Hills. The home was comfortable and clean. Bedding was quality. Plenty of towels for our group of 6. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils. In the evening, we saw deer in the backyard. And 2 bunnies in the front yard! Wi-Fi wasn’t strong but we managed to get online things taken care of while in town.Becki was quick to respond to our queries. We loved this place and would definitely come back. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

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

Perfect

We met my brother’s family here for a fun filled 3 days in the Black Hills. Mount Rushmore and the steam train are only minutes away. Renting ATVs next door was super fun too. The property was clean and very convenient. Makes us want to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Energy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is very accommodating and extra clean. I thought the location was going to be too far out of town and instead found it to be nicely situated. We loved the vibrant green grass and trees with the extra special surprise when the 1880 Train went by. Wonderful to hear the steam engine from the distance as it approached. It was so quite otherwise : ). We waved but unless they were looking for us, the tree line provided the privacy to a degree. It was equally as good when we went on our train ride and could see our place from the train... So much fun! The mama dear and two little ones freely walked the front lawn. My adult sons spent their time on the back pouch, with such a beautiful view.When I met Becki, I immediately felt her warmth and excitement to meet. The grounds and home reflect her passion. I would recommend this home to anyone as our stay was memorable. Happy Travels!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Location, location, location!

After an all day drive to get to Keystone SD, we were 2 short miles to downtown Keystone, close to many food options that were open late. 5 We were lucky enough to book the lodge. It was perfect for our family of 4. Our twins (teenagers) got to have their own rooms. The lodge was spatial, the master bedroom had a large ensuite with 2 vanities. It all seemed like it was brand new! Bonus for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024