[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Little Elk Cottage in Scenic Vanocker Canyon - Beautiful Meadow Views! Cottage in Nemo with kitchen and patio ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19080000/19071400/19071301/w800h524x0y0-16252ba5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, books, music library, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19080000/19071400/19071301/w799h599x1y1-0a8603a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19080000/19071400/19071301/8d765d32.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19080000/19071400/19071301/6a4c6a6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19080000/19071400/19071301/9caebfcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Little Elk Cottage Near Nemo, nestled in Vanocker Canyon, offers a serene retreat with a private entrance and 5-acre fenced property bordering Forest Service land. Unwind on the patio or front porch surrounded by hills, trees, and wildlife after exploring nearby attractions like Mt. Rushmore and Deadwood. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Little Elk Cottage in Scenic Vanocker Canyon - Beautiful Meadow Views! As you can see from the photos, this beautiful cottage is a great spot to spend a few days! Our cottage sleeps a maximum of 4 people and our rates begin at $245/night for 1-2 guests. Any additional guests after the first two are charged $25/person/night. Charging more for extra guests is done to cover the additional costs associated with accommodating more people. These costs include extra linens, towels, toiletries and increased wear and tear on the property. In the event of an unplanned cancellation, you will receive a refund if we re-rent the days you have reserved. We recommend travel insurance thru the VRBO check-out process, especially for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in August. At Little Elk Cottage Near Nemo, we offer you a memorable place to stay during your visit to the Black Hills. \*\*\*\*\*Check out the video here.\*\*\*\*\* This peaceful and sophisticated cottage is a one-of-a-kind oasis in the heart of Vanocker Canyon. Our cottage is an ideal destination for your vacation, honeymoon, anniversary, long weekend, or any time you want to get away from it all. We are conveniently located near the small, picturesque town of Nemo with dining at the historic Brandin' Iron Cafe and horseback riding. Wonderland Cave and Dalton Lake (great fishing!) are 15 minutes away. We are within 30 minutes of both Deadwood and Rapid City, centrally located to all Black Hills attractions, both north and south, including Mt. Rushmore, Deadwood, Devil's Tower, Hill City, Custer State Park, Sturgis, Spearfish Canyon, Crazy Horse, and the Badlands. We are approximately 35-40 minutes from Hill City and Mt. Rushmore via the cut across #208 south of Nemo connecting to Hwy. #385, which is the main artery through the Black Hills. Amenities include the following: ...Fully paved asphalt driveway with Private Entrance ...Fenced and gated 5-acre property that borders Forest Service land ...Small creek with aspens, apple trees and birches ...2 Bedrooms on main floor - Pillowtop Queen Beds ...Leather couch and Loveseat; Persian Rugs ...New 50" LG Television with many satellite channels ...Cell coverage at the top of the hill, less than one mile away. You will also get coverage thru the Wi-Fi. No Land Phone. ...Complimentary Wi-Fi in the Cottage but no streaming ...See 3-minute video here of the cottage interior, as well as the 5 private acres where our cottage is located. You can also find this video on UTube. ...Air conditioned for warmer days ...Fully equipped kitchen with Whirlpool appliances, including dishwasher and new microwave ...All paper products and linens provided ...Washer and Dryer in Cottage for your convenience ...Picnic Table and Gas Grill on outside Patio ...Property is not suitable for weddings, parties or family reunions. ...Fine dining 30 minutes away (Rapid City, Deadwood or Spearfish) as well as several places to eat within about a 15-minute drive. Cafe in Nemo as well. ...Cancellation Policy: If you are within our 60-day cancellation policy, you will receive a refund if we re-rent the days you have reserved. We recommend travel insurance to all of our guests, especially during the Sturgis Rally. ...Please check out our 5-star reviews below. ...Belle Joli' Winery (grapes grown in South Dakota) has a tasting room in Vanocker Canyon about 15 minutes north. Their Sparkling House has an outside patio where you can enjoy appetizers with their red, white and sparkling wine selections, as well as Sunday Brunch. Our private cottage, sitting on five acres, offers all of the comforts of home, with a small stream meandering through the property and surrounded by beautiful hills, trees and wildlife. After spending your days sightseeing, you will enjoy returning to this tranquil setting and relaxing on the patio or the front porch. Our property was once chosen as part of an Arctic Cat promotional DVD and brochure. We have a lodging license through the State of South Dakota #3569 and have been listed in the 'Insider's Guide' since 1997. The scenic ride thru Vanocker Canyon is one of the most beautiful areas in the Black Hills. Keywords: Cottage, Black Hills, Cabin Here is a link to a video of our property. You can also search "Little Elk Cottage, Nemo SD" under you tube to see our video. Or, copy and paste this link so that you can see more inside and outside details of our cottage. (https://youtube.com/watch?v=k0JMLibaFeE) ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 2 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - Area rugs in room - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No elevator - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Smoking is fine on outside porch or patio. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93160000/93155800/93155716/b91dcea1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Black Hills Cabin in Nemo Nemo - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number State of South Dakota Lodging License #3569 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Little Elk Cottage Scenic Vanocker Canyon Meadow Views Little Elk Scenic Vanocker Canyon Nemo--gorgeous Meadow Views Little Elk Scenic Vanocker Canyon Meadow Views Little Elk Cottage Scenic Vanocker Canyon Black Hills Nemo Little Elk Cottage Scenic Vanocker Canyon Black Hills Little Elk Scenic Vanocker Canyon Black Hills Nemo Little Elk Cottage Scenic Vanocker Canyon Black Hills Nemo Little Elk Scenic Vanocker Canyon Black Hills Nemo Little Elk Scenic Vanocker Canyon Black Hills Little Elk Cottage in Scenic Vanocker Canyon in the Black Hills! ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C44.24184%2C-103.52377&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Z2M00HEIux3t6zGyOTylDCQguK0=) Nemo, SD #### What's nearby - Wonderland Caves - 9 min drive - 7.4 km - Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame - 35 min drive - 30.1 km - Deadwood Mountain Grand - 50 min drive - 49.3 km - Cadillac Jacks Casino - 51 min drive - 50.7 km - Deadwood Welcome Center - 51 min drive - 50.7 km #### Getting around - Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 59 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Brandin Iron - ‬9 min drive - ‪Cafeteria - ‬44 min drive - ‪The Pasta Corral - ‬19 min walk - ‪Claim Jumpers Restaurant - ‬42 min drive - ‪Big Mamas - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Little Elk Cottage in Scenic Vanocker Canyon - Beautiful Meadow Views! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Little Elk Cottage in Scenic Vanocker Canyon - Beautiful Meadow Views!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Little Elk Cottage in Scenic Vanocker Canyon - Beautiful Meadow Views!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Little Elk Cottage in Scenic Vanocker Canyon - Beautiful Meadow Views! located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Wonderland Caves and within 16 mi (25 km) of Monument Health Sturgis Hospital and Black Hills National Forest. Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame and Sturgis City Hall are also within 16 mi (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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