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Welcome to Bluebird Retreat!

Hill City cabin with kitchen

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A log cabin with a porch, a front door, and a window.
A log cabin interior with a kitchen area featuring wooden cabinets, granite countertops, and pendant lighting.
A log cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and a loft space.
A log cabin with a porch, a ramp, and a sign that reads "Bluebird."
A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and large windows.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hill City, SD
  • Place, Wade's Gold Mill
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Museum @ Black Hills Institute
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, 1880 Train
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Hill City

In Hill City .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this cabin, you'll find Wade's Gold Mill and Sonja's. Things That Rock and Museum @ Black Hills Institute are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wade's Gold Mill - 5 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Museum @ Black Hills Institute - 6 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Things That Rock - 6 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • 1880 Train - 6 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • South Dakota State Railroad Museum - 6 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Chute Rooster Sports Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Caboose Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪High Country Guest Ranch - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcome to Bluebird Retreat!

Welcome to Bluebird Retreat. A cozy cabin in the heart of the Black Hills just out of Hill City. Located in the popular High Country Ranch. Enjoy the Mickelson Trail right out your front door. Main attractions close by including Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Wake up to a beautiful sunrise and views. Enjoy sitting by the bonfire watching wildlife in the evenings.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! to the airport?

This cabin is 39.2 mi (51-min drive) away from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! to the beach?

This cabin is 9.9 mi (16-min drive) from Sheridan Lake South and 11.7 mi (19-min drive) from Sheridan Lake North. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Welcome to Bluebird Retreat!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Bluebird Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Welcome to Bluebird Retreat!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! to downtown Hill City?

This cabin is 3.5 mi away from Hill City.

Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melinda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was cozy, clean and well stocked. Host was very accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anacelis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a breathtaking place it was cozy beautifull views and safe place quite and it was clean we will definitely come back ....
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin. Super clean. We had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Abby G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property with a great location. The cabin was clean and perfect for our accommodations. I wish we could have stayed here for a few more days.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, clean and quiet. Everything you need within 5 minutes.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Derek W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin. Perfect for our family. Short drive from Hill City. Toddler loved the horses that stopped by during the day.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Eric A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin! Beds were comfortable and amenities were good. The addition of shampoo, soap, towels, and basic kitchen equipment were a plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good spot
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralph M.

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

Great Property

Great location for visiting the Black Hills and a well maintained and tastefully decorated log home with all the amenities you can ask for. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shawn W.

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

SW

Great location…central to all the attractions!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lisa b.

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

Birthday getaway

Great location, close enough to adventures and far enough from town to be quiet and afford peace amd solitude.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Beautiful!

Great location and beautiful setting!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Great Cabin

Great place, location, if you want Wi-Fi make sure you get the password before you get there, but shouldn’t need it if you love the outdoors!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin K.

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

Family Trip

Perfect for our trip…2 adults and a 12 year old traveling with our dogs. Stayed during the week so surrounding area was quiet. Great location, spent days in Custer state park and The Badlands. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trenton G.

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

Great Cabin

We recently stayed here for a short family vacation. Our group had 4 adults, 1 child, and 1 dog. There was plenty of room for everyone, and the cabin was clean and looked like new. Great location too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

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

Family Christmas

Needed a place to celebrate our family Christmas. It was cozy and provided the space we needed to celebrate and enjoy our holiday.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Just what we needed

This place was quiet and beautiful. Just what we needed to get away from the hustle and bustle of the cities.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Great cabin

The Bluebird Cabin worked out great for our trip to the Black Hills. Michelle was very prompt and helpful in responding to our inquiries.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie A.

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

SD adventure

Beautiful property, clean. Loved watching the horses from the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karri S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was very nice. Just a few things—the picnic table was broken and not useable. Also the chairs around the fire pit were also broken.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandy T.

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

Great location! Great stay!

My husband and I had the pleasure of spending 3 nights at Bluebird Retreat and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was quiet, well stocked and just a short drive into Hill City. Its location makes it convenient for getting to many of the local attractions. The property manager is so responsive and timely in our communication with her. Thank you Michelle. We would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

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

Bluebird Retreat R&R Perfect!

The Bluebird Retreat is in a delightful location amongst other vacation cabins but with spacing that affords privacy and uninhibited views of the small valley through which a classic babbling brook runs. It is the perfect size cabin for a party of 4-6 (3 queen beds), with a nice design, and, dovetailing nicely with my tastes, not to fancy and not too simple. Particularly enjoyed the porch in the early mornings and the firepit in the evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

doreen k.

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

Relaxing

Loved the location quite and peaceful. They allowed us to brimg our two pups and they enjoyed the walks too! Clean, comfortable and relaxing to get away from the huddle of daily life. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

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

Hiking trip

Perfect location for hiking in the black hills with our dog! We had the cabin booked for the previous week but the weather was going to be terrible. They let us change our dates easily for no charge! Awesome trip, thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

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