Title: The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills - 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 home # The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills ![Exterior - The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27117100/27117026/d1529146.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27117100/27117026/3bee6403.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, video library - The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27117100/27117026/813e45fa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27117100/27117026/8175be97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Golf - The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills (Rapid City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27120000/27117100/27117026/954cdb74.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched a mile high on Edelweiss Mountain, The Owls Nest offers breathtaking views of the Black Hills from its expansive deck. Enjoy three floors of space, including an oversized kitchen and living room. With six twin beds and multiple queen beds, this home is perfect for families or groups up to 12 people. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 122900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## 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. ### 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 amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No Smoking insise or near the house ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the city center - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Golf - Optional golf privileges - Water park - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Sledding nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 2,900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72290000/72288800/72288798/4d450a12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sleepy Hollow Cabin with hot tub located in Powder House Pass Lead - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 125 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=72288798&PinnedHotelID=72288798&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, video games](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63120000/63110100/63110016/047f6954.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Newly Built Modern Cabin w/ 7 Person Hot tub, Games, TVs & Clubhouse w/Pool Lead - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 100 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=63110016&PinnedHotelID=63110016&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33940000/33937300/33937223/23f5f4f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Eagle View Cabin with views, King beds, hot tub, foosball Lead - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 46 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=33937223&PinnedHotelID=33937223&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48420000/48415500/48415489/6f0964ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aspen Ridge Gold- Fireplace, AC, hot tub, Views!! 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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 ### 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 Owl's Nest Black Hills Vacati ## About the area Located in Rapid City, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Hills National Forest and Mount Rushmore. Traveling with kids? Consider Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding. [Visit our Rapid City travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Rapid-City.dx6059491) [View more Vacation homes in Rapid City](https://www.expedia.ca/Rapid-City-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6059491-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C44.03690%2C-103.53815&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kBb0yYg3Ytba0YgUb-pqm_vjInY=) Rapid City, SD ### What's nearby - Pactola Pines Marina 14 min drive \- 8.1 km - Pactola Point Swim Beach 16 min drive \- 8.7 km - Sheridan Lake 16 min drive \- 14.7 km - Sheridan Lake North 16 min drive \- 14.0 km - Prairie Berry Winery 20 min drive \- 20.6 km ### Getting around - Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) 61 min drive ### Restaurants - Miner Brewing Company 24 min drive - Black Forest Inn 12 min drive - Annie Lode Coffee Cabin 23 min drive - Horse Creek Inn 17 min drive - No Bad Days Tap Wagon 19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills? ### What time is check-out at The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills? ### Where is The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Owl's Nest, Black Hills Vacation Home located in Central Black Hills 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 60 8 - Good 7 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Timothy B. Sep 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy My family and I had a great stay at the Owl's Nest. It has plenty of extra room. It was very clean and well equipped for our stay. We enjoyed the great views every day from the deck. It was centrally located for us to go to all of the places that we planned to visit. We really appreciated how private and quiet it was. We want to thank Dan for being a great host. ##### Timothy B. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David B. Jul 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 ##### David B. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cathy K. Aug 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Cathy K. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deana C. Aug 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Secluded If you want peace and quiet this is the place for you. Great house with beautiful scenery ##### Deana C. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian U. Jun 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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… ##### Brian U. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Krystal H. Jul 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Krystal H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Matt Y. Jul 30, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### 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. ##### Matt Y. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tony w. Sep 18, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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 ##### Tony w. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve B. Jun 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Steve B. Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shauna F. Jul 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great stay, we took ATVs and the trails were close, minimal traffic, close hiking. ##### Shauna F. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan N. Jul 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Exceeded our expectations! Beautiful, clean cabin, gorgeous views, centrally located near all the parks we visited. Amazing stay! ##### Susan N. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina H. Aug 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The Owl’s Nest definitely is worthy of its title- it’s nestled high in the mountains, and has amazing views! Check in was seamless, owners were very easy to work with. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/d532682b-d1e0-4942-aa36-19bfc62dd38c-1755214291331.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6065a607-b245-4b37-b395-7a230e7d37bf-1755214286012.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Gina H. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherri W. Jun 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A lot of room to enjoy meals together. We rode our SXS everyday! Thank you for letting us stay! ##### Sherri W. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim C. Aug 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved our stay at the Owl's Nest! It was peaceful, quiet, clean, and comfortable. There was plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. We enjoyed mornings having coffee out on the deck, enjoying the view of the mountain. It is a hop, skip, and a jump to Lake Pactola, such a fun place to soak up some sun on the water! We were here on some of the hottest days of the summer and the cabin was still comfortable for us! A lovely home away from home! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c0b3cddb-5ad4-4fa7-9a97-94f070cabe80-1756060149858.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6cf566c2-6b1f-4c41-8d02-022a8bed8591-1756060151159.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Tim C. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer S. Oct 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2024 Vacation The house was great and just what our geoup needed for our vacation. ##### Jennifer S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer G. Jul 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Accommodated our extended family very well. Great secluded location. ##### Jennifer G. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda L. Jun 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mountain cabin The property was very nice, clean & comfortable. The view was beautiful. ##### Linda L. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gladys H. May 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great rest and peaceful Great ##### Gladys H. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt B. Aug 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing cabin Enjoyed the peace and quiet. Clean property in the black hills. Would recommend it. ##### Matt B. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark R. Jun 23, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Outstanding choice for Black Hills visit The Owl's Nest is an ideal location for any visit to the Black Hills! The home is beautiful and spacious and offers seclusion, tremendous views from a wrap-around deck, and an ideal location in the central Black Hills region. It is close to Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park and not far from other destinations. Great for families. We will be returning! ##### Mark R. Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sam s. Jun 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Time The owls nest was exactly as described. Plenty of room for every one to have their space. It was located in the middle of everything the black hills offer. Favorite part was the deck with grill. We would stay their again and definitely recommend. ##### sam s. Stayed 4 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tyler R. Aug 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Vacation Spot We had two families that needed a place to stay that was central to the touring locations. This house was a little remote, but perfect for our home base. Kids had plenty of space to spread out on the lower level, and the main floor was set up perfect for the adults to play cards and not disturb the kids. The view from the deck was incredible - perfect with a cup of coffee in the morning. Thank you!! ##### Tyler R. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William J., Moss Point Jun 5, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Location We stayed at the Owl's nest for 3 nights. We used the cabin while we visited Mount Rushmore, Keystone, Custer State Park, The Badlands, and Deadwood. Everything was relatively close. Cabin had everything needed to cook meals. Beds were comfortable. Amazing views. Everyone in our group enjoyed the cabin. One thing to be aware of, the road to the cabin and the driveway is VERY steep. We had rented a 12 passenger transit van, and the van struggled to get up the road/ driveway. ##### William J. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry H. Jul 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 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! ##### Larry H. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Suzy F. Aug 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### First Time Visitors to South Dakota This was my first time using VRBO, and these hosts were incredibly patient. They replied quickly to questions and offered clear instructions. The cottage itself is lovely and was clean and ready for us. My only comment would be regarding utensils, a large flipper or longer tongs would have been nice for bbqing, and just some other basic kitchen utensils would have been appreciated. The cottage came with dish soap, laundry detergent. The views were great and the hosts, knowing we were on motorcycles, were very accommodating. I did not realize until we got checked in that we were required to wash the towels before leaving. Since the pricing included a cleaning fee, I wasn't expecting that and it was inconvenient trying to ensure the morning shower towels were washed and dried before we left. I would also like to note the road in. I did ask about gravel and the hosts did say there was a gravel road, but it wasn't bad. With 4 motorcycles, the gravel combined with the washboard and some extreme inclines made some areas of the road challenging despite having over 25yrs riding experience. It was doable but it would have been nice to have more information about the road in. Overall we had a great time and the property is beautiful. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/74ec4840-e593-45ff-8417-6630d1490564-1754880305847.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Suzy F. 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