Title: Ponderosa Mile Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Ponderosa Mile Retreat Family-friendly apartment in Rapid City with a water park ## Photo gallery for Ponderosa Mile Retreat ![Dining - Ponderosa Mile Retreat (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107330000/107328100/107328096/aec748df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis, stereo - Ponderosa Mile Retreat (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107330000/107328100/107328096/0b968f42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Ponderosa Mile Retreat (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107330000/107328100/107328096/247c38c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Ponderosa Mile Retreat (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107330000/107328100/107328096/44560cff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ponderosa Mile Retreat (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107330000/107328100/107328096/3da34cb8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Ponderosa Mile Retreat, you can look forward to a water park, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ponderosa Mile Retreat Welcome to your ideal getaway! This spacious, two-floor retreat offers an open-concept design perfect for gathering and relaxation The 1st floor features an open concept layout with 3bedrooms,2 baths, a fully equipped kitchen, and a welcoming living area ideal for gathering. Downstairs, you\`ll find an additional 2 bedrooms and a bathroom, along with a fantastic family/game room and a private theater for movie nights and entertainment. This home has everything you need for a memorable stay. Welcome to Ponderosa Mile: Your Ultimate Family Getaway! Designed to offer comfort and convenience, this spacious home provides everything you need for a memorable stay. Spacious Interior for Every Need \- Modern kitchen with ample counter space, essential appliances, and everything needed for preparing family meals \- Cozy dining area and inviting living space perfect for family gatherings and unwinding Five bedrooms spread across two levels: \- Main floor: 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms kitchen, and living area \- Basement: 2 additional bedrooms, 1 bathroom, family/game room, and a state-of-the-art theater featuring reclining leather seats, an 82\` 4K TV, and surround sound for an unforgettable cinematic experience Outdoor Living \- Stunning sunsets over the Ponderosa pines and foothills, ideal for relaxation \- Proximity to Red Rocks Golf Course (no membership required), hiking trails, and off-road adventure spots with side-by-side UTV rentals Well-Equipped Kitchen & Amenities \- Cooking oil, basic spices, coffee maker \- Essential cooking utensils (including barbecue tools) for a perfect cookout \- High-quality bedding and plush bath towels for a peaceful night’s sleep Convenience & Cleanliness \- Three door openers for easy parking and secure access \- Our dedicated team ensures fresh linens and spotless surfaces between each stay \- 24/7 support to assist with any questions or concerns Whether you\`re here for relaxation, adventure, or simply quality time with loved ones, Ponderosa Mile offers the perfect base for your next Black Hills experience. Book your stay today and create unforgettable memories in comfort and style! Cancellation policy \- We offer free cancellation or a 100% refund of the amount payable if you cancel 30 days before the check-in date. If canceling, we will charge a processing fee (to cover credit card processing and administrative fees). The primary renter is required to SIGN the Renter\`s Agreement before checking in. This document comprehensively outlines the rules, policies, and terms governing your stay with us. By signing, you acknowledge and commit to adhering to these regulations throughout your stay at our property. IMPORTANT NOTE: The primary renter is required to SIGN the Renter\`s Agreement before checking in. This document comprehensively outlines the rules, policies, and terms governing your stay with us. By signing, you acknowledge and commit to adhering to these regulations throughout your stay at our property. Other House Rules: 1\. If any issues arise during your stay, it’s essential to communicate with us promptly. Good communication between the guest and host is critical to ensuring a smooth and successful stay. You should respond to us (the hosts) within 24 hours when we reach out to resolve an issue. In certain situations, we may need to send our case manager to review the situation in person to fully address any concerns. Maintenance aside from emergencies will only be able to be tended to during business hours, 8am-5pm. 2\. It is a \`must\` to read the entire listing description and the house rules of our property. If, in this case, you DO NOT read over our listing description or house rules and are not comfortable with something that is clearly stated, we will uphold our cancellation policies. 3\. No unregistered guests/visitors unless preapproved 4\. Please keep noise to a minimum after 10PM and always be respectful of the neighbors. 5\. No parties or events unless previously organized in writing with the host. If If there’s evidence of a party or event, there’ll be an additional charge of $200. 6\. Follow state laws when using a fire pit. Please make sure not to leave fires unattended. 7\. For noise complaints: 7.1 If we receive any noise complaints from neighbors, a security guard will be called out to the property at a cost of $85 to guests for the first call-out. 7.2\. If security is called a second time during your stay, you will be charged a $250 fee and be removed from the premises with no refund of your stay. 8\. Please be mindful of neighboring personal property, such as swing sets. Do not let children play on or use this without prior written permission. 9\. No smoking anywhere in this house. If we find evidence of smoking anywhere in the house, you will be charged $250 for extra cleaning. 10\. The Host is not responsible for items left behind. A $65 fee applies for return shipping and staff handling. Items not claimed within 14 days will be discarded. Follow all check-out procedures: 1\. Take out all trash 2\. Wash dishes and please put them on drying rack before leaving or start dishwasher Note: \* A $200 extra cleaning fee may be charged if the home is left unreasonably dirty and requires more work than usual to clean (for example, mud on the couches). All damages will also be charged to the guest. \* Check-out time is scheduled for 10:00 am on the day of departure unless previously agreed upon with the host. If the guest is more than 90 minutes late checkingt, the guest will be charged $100. \* Any costs incurred by the host as a result of a late check-out will be passed on to you. \* The Host is not responsible for items left behind. A $65 fee applies for return shipping and staff handling. Items not claimed within 14 days will be discarded. \* Please note that reservations made by local residents are subject to an additional review and approval process before final confirmation. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Table tennis - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91710000/91702500/91702478/a25e31de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tranquil house with fireplace, hot tub, foosball table, jetted tub, & patio Sturgis - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.4 Very good 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=91702478&PinnedHotelID=91702478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122900000/122893700/122893611/c351bfa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxe at Westpark in Chapel Valley Rapid City - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Gym [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=122893611&PinnedHotelID=122893611&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82760000/82755700/82755606/930697e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Westside Charmer Rapid City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=82755606&PinnedHotelID=82755606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101870000/101864400/101864376/56f3f551.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### East Pines :Modern Cabin in nature Hermosa - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=101864376&PinnedHotelID=101864376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121970000/121970000/121969920/d529594a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Welcome to Your Mountain Getaway! 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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 is also known as 295255 ## About the area Located in Rapid City, this apartment is near theme parks. Watiki Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Mount Rushmore. Traveling with kids? Consider Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show, or check out an event or a game at Dakota Fields Sports Complex. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Rapid City travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Rapid-City.dx6059491) [View more Apartments in Rapid City](https://www.expedia.ca/Rapid-City-Apartments.d6059491-aaApartments.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C44.02191%2C-103.31239&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-GRaLDPDevDafr66er0j3lnWw98=) Rapid City, SD ### What's nearby - ![Mt. Rushmore is such a quick stop on a roadtrip. I was in the park for less than fifteen minutes. It's free to get into the park, but around $11usd to park. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6090965/ba3a280b-ebbc-43e0-9702-9a1cdeb87347.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Mount Rushmore 31 min drive \- 42.7 km - The Golf Club at Red Rock 2 min drive \- 1.5 km - Main Street Square 17 min drive \- 17.4 km - Watiki Water Park 18 min drive \- 25.9 km - The Monument Civic Center 18 min drive \- 16.0 km ### Getting around - Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) 28 min drive ### Restaurants - Subway 14 min drive - McDonald's - Taco John's 15 min drive - Sonic Drive-In - Colonial House Restaurant & Bar 15 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ponderosa Mile Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Ponderosa Mile Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Ponderosa Mile Retreat? ### Where is Ponderosa Mile Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ponderosa Mile Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricky N. Dec 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Rapid City Vacation Had a nice stay with family. Nice to have 5 bedrooms and three bathrooms. Great views of deer and the foothills. ##### Ricky N. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris S. Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Excellent stay! Communication with the host was quick and helpful, the ammendities were exactly as described and made our trip easy and memorable. The property was spotless upon arrival and all the bedrooms were very comfortable. Would definitely recommend! ##### Chris S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Van F. Apr 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Easter visit with college kid Had a wonderful time. House was amazing and we really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend. ##### Van F. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa M. Jun 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home perfect location Such a beautiful home and the location was perfect. Lots of space for the kiddos to play and explore. The owner checked in with us everyday to see if we needed anything. We would absolutely stay here next time we explore the black hills. ##### Lisa M. 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