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The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore!

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Keystone

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A rustic cabin with a stone chimney, a covered porch, and a picnic table.
A spacious living room with a wooden ceiling, a stone fireplace, and a large window.
A spacious living area with a wooden dining table, white chairs, and a bench. There is a kitchen visible through an open door, and a large window with a view of the outdoors.
A cozy log cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a large window, and a striped sofa.
A rustic cabin with a stone chimney, a red roof, and a stone pillar.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 193900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Keystone, SD
  • Place, Rushmore Cave
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Mount Rushmore
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Keystone

In Keystone .At this Keystone cabin, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Rushmore Cave and 6 miles (10 km) of Presidents Park. Big Thunder Gold Mine and Gutzon Borglum Historical Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rushmore Cave - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Rushmore Tramway Adventures - 10 min drive - 7.3 miles
  • Mount Rushmore - 17 min drive - 11.2 miles
  • Custer State Park - 23 min drive - 19.2 miles

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Grapes & Grinds - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Powder House Lodge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Gaslight Restaurant & Saloon - ‬16 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.

The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore!

From iconic landmarks to small-town charm, this Black Hills ranch house is the perfect destination for your next getaway. This pet-friendly vacation rental includes a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom cabin, and a 1-bathroom bunk house. There’s tons of seating inside and out where you can enjoy beverages, play games, or savor home-cooked meals. Fire up the grill for a cookout, or gather around the fire pit for s’mores after touring Mount Rushmore, Big Thunder Gold Mine, and Rushmore Cave all day!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pets Welcome w/ Fee | Horse Friendly | 14 Acres

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed, Futon | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Bunk House: 2 Full Bunk Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

RANCH HOUSE INDOOR LIVING: Open layout, 2,700 sq ft, rustic decor, 2.5 bathrooms, natural lighting, TVs, ceiling fans, bathtub
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar, blender, coffee maker, Crockpot, spices
BUNKHOUSE HIGHLIGHTS: 1,200 sq ft, living area, gas fireplace, kitchenette, 1 bathroom, dining table, TV, board games, books, laptop-friendly workspace
OUTDOOR LIVING: Fire pit, outdoor dining, patio, gas grill (propane provided)
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, central A/C, electric heating, essentials, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, grab rails in shower
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), homeowner on-site (carriage house), stairs required
PARKING: Unlimited driveway parking, RV/trailer parking

-- THE LOCATION --

AREA ATTRACTIONS: The National Presidential Wax Museum (6 miles), Mount Rushmore National Memorial (9 miles), Needles Eye Tunnel (21 miles), Crazy Horse Memorial (26 miles)
THINGS TO SEE & DO: Rush Mountain Adventure Park (0.5 miles), Rushmore Tramway Adventures (6 miles), Cosmos Mystery Area (10 miles), Little Devil’s Tower Trailhead (24 miles), Terry Peak Ski Area (57 miles)
OPT OUTSIDE: Big Thunder Gold Mine (5 miles), Black Hills Central Railroad (6 miles), Custer State Park (16 miles), Bear Butte State Park (58 miles), Spearfish Canyon (69 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Sturgis (50 miles), Deadwood (52 miles)
AIRPORT: Rapid City Regional Airport (34 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 pets max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may occur
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Horses can be accommodated in the outdoor run pens, but not the stables as those are being used for storage
- NOTE: Use of the fire ring is only permitted when there is no burn ban in effect and if conditions are favorable
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site, in a separate unit with a separate entrance, and may be present during your stay

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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
  • Unit size: 3,900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are 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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
New! Accommodating Cabin 8 Miles to Mount Rushmore Cabin
New! Accommodating Cabin 8 Miles to Mount Rushmore Keystone
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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore! to the airport?

This cabin is 29.5 mi (41-min drive) away from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

How close is The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore! to the beach?

This cabin is 15.7 mi (24-min drive) from Sheridan Lake South and 17.4 mi (27-min drive) from Sheridan Lake North. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore! have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore! to downtown Keystone?

This cabin is 4.6 mi away from Keystone.

The Ranch at Keystone: 9 Mi to Mount Rushmore! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
place was great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

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

Great rental!

Very roomy! We had plenty of space! Lots of things to do to at the house and so close to every attraction
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Great spot!

We loved staying on this property! The kids enjoyed the creek, swings and awesome slide. We loved hanging outside in the middle patio area, very private and cool. Property owner was very helpful when we taught him out for attractions & local guides. Great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful! My family, ages 2-69, loved the Ranch! So much for everyone to enjoy, the slide, the swings, feeding the horses treats, and running and playing in the wide open spaces. Very well stocked with all the basics, and the owner, Mark, was very accommodating, friendly, and had lots of recommendations. Super location off the beaten path, but yet close to many attractions. We all were sad to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

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

Family vacation

This was the perfect place for my husband and I along with our kids, their spouses, and our 6 grandchildren. Lots of things to do on the property as well as a great location. Our grandchildren never got bored!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda L.

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

Beautiful setting

This place is so inviting. Lots of space for the whole family. The stream was a great place to cool down and relax. Large area for playing catch and kids games. It’s so beautiful and we had some great family time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry R.

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

Great Place

We really loved the place. It was like going back home to the country. All the amenities we needed were there. The owner was super in making sure all was well with us. We would definitely hope to return and rent this property again. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Everything was excellent except dealing with Evolve - who seems to be the manager, took days to get back and not very informative... I think they're located in Denver. WE WANT A MANAGER IN THE CITY OR AREA and NEAR THE LOCATION! The owner, who lived next door was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Ranch at Keystone

We had guests from ND; SD; TX; FL. The setting is beautiful. the accomodations perfect. We stayed in Ranch House and Bunk house and both are wonderfully equipped; clean; quiet. Our family expressed this being the "best place ever stayed in!" I totally agree!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

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

Quick Getaway

We had a great time. The property was very quainte. The house was nice and clean. This would be great for a large group since there is a bunk house you can rent that is right on the property. Five Stars from us!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Perfect for larger gatherings!

This was the perfect spot for our family of 16! There is so much room whether you want to all be together or find a spot to be by yourself. We had a few issues that were taken care of immediately by Ronni. She is so nice and helpful. The ranch house and bunkhouse were both so cozy and inviting! We loved it here and the location is perfect for doing everything in the southern Hills! Sadly, it rained most of the time we were there, so we didn’t get to enjoy the outdoor area as much as we would have liked. We highly recommend staying at The Ranch!
Verified

8/10 Good

Connie N.

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

Keystone stay

Was very impressed with the house and immediate property. However we were never able to go for walks in our area because a bull was located right next to the property and the only area there was to walk. Felt very restricted to area without using a vehicle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Gaye W.

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

Perfect spot

Was a beautiful area with deer, turkeys, and a bull! Plenty of space for kids to run around, volleyball net up, old fashioned swing, small creek. Wonderful! Halway between Hermosa and Keystone! Rustic themed! Can tell owner is putting lots of work and love into! We needed a few more outlets and big house possibly a bigger hot water heater. Would love instructions on TVs but we slowly figured out(didn't really need a lot- just for Olympics) Thank you I loved the setup! So unique!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kelly W.

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

Quality Family Gathering

Our family of 12 (including 18, 16, 15, 14, 13, 11 and 8 year olds) had an amazing time at the Ranch at Keystone. Exactly as it was described and pictured there was ample space for everyone and tons of organic entertainment. The boys stayed in the bunkhouse while the adults and girls stayed in the main house. The devices took a back seat to fishing/ swimming in the stream, family volleyball on the lawn, Corn-hole, fire pit and hanging with the horses out front. A night at the Rodeo (20 mins away) and the beautiful scenery of Custer State Park and Mount Rushmore were right around the corner. We could not have asked for a better location and wholesome accommodations. The owner Mark was so nice and helpful and the houses had all of the items needed to have an enjoyable stay. The house and bunk house are rustic and authentic to the South Dakota feel and the record player in the bunk house was a huge hit! If you plan on making this place your home away from home, I do recommend stopping in Rapid City for groceries first. POP’s Grocery down the road is sweet, super friendly and gives military discounts and has essential items but not enough for a weeks worth of food.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene P.

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

We made a wonderful Family Memory there!

We were a party of 12 - 6 adults and 6 kids. There was plenty of room for all and the Host was very accommodating to us. The view was great, all the spaces were lovely and comfortable. The SLIDE was used everyday by all the kids - even the 17 yr old! The beds were very comfortable, the appliances were new and there was plenty of space to park. We ran out of table space and wished for tray tables, lol, but we were completely happy nonetheless. Did I mention we had 12? The setting was awesome, there were deer or livestock around all the time. It was a short drive to Keystone-a great location for seeing the Hills. We named all the bulls and petted the horses - a treat for our city kids! None of us were fly fisherman (there's LOTS of opportunity for that there) but there is a Little Falls trail very close by that our small ones could drop bobbers into and caught their first trout! All in all a wonderful experience - thank you for sharing it with us! SO GLAD we came!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay at the Ranch at Keystone. We were a family of 6 adults and 5 boys ages ranging from 4 to 10 years of age. We rented both the main house and the bunkhouse, which was wonderful for our boys. The ranch is centrally located so that we were able to visit Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, Hot Springs, the Badlands, Crazy Horse Memorial and even the Devil's Tower in Wyoming on relatively short day trips. Tons of activities nearby to keep young boys busy: gold mining, rocket launching in the Badlands, visiting wooly mammoth dig site in Hot Springs, Alpine slide and ropes course in Keystone, tubing on Sylvan Lake. At the ranch, they also had a ball wading across the creek, fishing, and visiting the two horses, who were always there to greet us in the morning and the evening.We have stayed at many VRBO's, and this was the best stocked of all. It's so nice not to have to buy staples such as salt/pepper and sugar. We stocked up on groceries in Rapid City on our way in, which we highly recommend. That's where we did the greater part of our shopping, although we were able to pick up smaller amounts on our local trips.Mark stopped by briefly several times during our stay and made great recommendations, including a rodeo one night which we, sadly, had to skip because it was the only time we had bad weather. I'm sure he would have been available to help had we had any need, but with the ranch in such good shape, we did not.A great and memorable family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Quiet with space for everyone

We very much enjoyed our stay at the ranch. Our group included two grandparents (us), our four children, three spouses, and 8 grandchildren for a total of 17! There was plenty of room for sleeping between the cabin and the bunkhouse. Both buildings were stocked with blankets, pillows, and such. We ate nearly all our meals at the ranch and the two large tables plus two picnic tables were more than adequate. There was two fridges and a small dorm type fridge so plenty of space for food and beverages. Both buildings are air conditioned so that was a plus as the temperature hit 100 degrees a couple days. The best part of the ranch was that our grandkids had plenty of space to play and run. There was a volleyball net set up as well as a bags (cornhole) game ready for us when we arrived. The grandkids spent a lot of time down at the small creek that runs through the property wading and playing in the water and swinging in a swing that hung from tree next to the creek. There is also a large slide from a deck off the second floor of the cabin, but it turned out to be a little too fast for our young grandkids.I would remind everyone that the ranch is in the country, 7 miles from Keystone and about 10 miles from Hermosa. It is rural, away from the stores, restaurants, tourist attractions which is a plus for our family but may make some people feel isolated. It is also next to a cattle ranch (you have to cross a small pasture owned by a neighbor to get to the property). The pasture has cattle guards you will drive across so no gates have to be opened or shut. Our grandkids enjoyed watching the cows walk back and forth, grazing in the pasture.I would highly recommend this property, especially if you have a large group and don't mind a rural, somewhat rustic setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Fowler

Great place to stay for a large group!

Be brought along 21 people for a sports camp. The area was perfect, the house was very nice and had everything we needed. If our team stays the same size, we will be coming back year after year! We met the owner a few times and he was absolutely awesome. He gave us some good recommendations, access to different parts of the property, and made sure we had everything we needed. He was very accommodating.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Wonderful time once again

This is the second time we've stayed here and we love it. There's plenty of space for a multiple family get-together. The kids love having a big yard to play in, as well as their own area to hang out. We love this cabin and hope to make it an annual trip.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan S.

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

Quite

The location was great, it was a quite area and close to Keystone. The cows greeted us at night when we returned, and the turkeys kept us company in the mornings. I would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra B.

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

Black Hills Vacay 2022

We loved our stay at Keystone Ranch! Four generations of our family stayed at the ranch for our black hills vacation, and the property was big enough for all of us! We all enjoyed the wildlife that roamed the property. The property was clean and close to all of the big attractions. The owner provided helpful local recommendations. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary & Austin C.

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

Fantastic family vacation in the beautiful black hills

We had a wonderful time during our 5 day stay at keystone ranch! Location is great, the area is gorgeous, and the house worked out just perfect for our family. We would love to plan a return trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

glynn h.

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

Family Reunion

It was perfect! Lots of room for all of us and lots of privacy as well. We enjoyed the wildlife and the Western decor.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Dayna

Great vacation spot

This property has almost everything we could want in a family reunion vacation. The location is perfect for touring the southern Black Hills, Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park, the Black Hills Playhouse and lakes for swimming and fishing. The kitchen has wonderful and modern appliances, both the house & bunkhouse are beautifully decorated and the covered patio with fridge, sink, and grill is a great gathering spot. The yard is large enough for our Badminton & Corn Hole games and LOVE that wind chime! The only reason my review doesn't have 5 stars is the lack of air conditioning in the bunkhouse. It stays very warm in there and cool air would make it perfect.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jim Van Haute

Great property and awesome trip !

Our family (20+) stayed at the ranch and had such a great trip. The home and bunk house was clean and accommodated all of us very well. The close proximity to Mount Rushmore, Rush Mountain Adventure park and the hiking trail with the falls allowed us to spend more time together. Thanks for allowing us to spend time at your property.