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Gilded Buffalo in Gilded Mountain

Lead vacation home with kitchen

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Exterior
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Bathtub, hair dryer, towels
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 142804 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Lead, SD
  • Place, Living Map Theater
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Homestake Opera House
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Homestake Gold Mine
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lead

In Lead .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Lead vacation home, you'll find Living Map Theater and Deer Mountain Ski Area. Black Hills Mining Museum and Historic Homestake Opera House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Living Map Theater - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Historic Homestake Opera House - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Black Hills Mining Museum - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Homestake Gold Mine - 5 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • George S. Mickelson Trail - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Silverado Franklin Historic Hotel & Gaming Complex - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sick-N-Twisted Brewery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gold Dust - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dakota Shivers Brewery - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Gilded Buffalo in Gilded Mountain

Summary:

This Black Hills Vacation Rental is located at Gilded Mountain



The Space:

Your Perfect Black Hills Adventure Starts at Gilded Buffalo!



Located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Deadwood, South Dakota, this 4 bedroom cabin offers the perfect space for families of all sizes to enjoy the outdoors. Up to 14 guests can relax comfortably, and enjoy the wonderful views off the double decks. It's location on the top of a hill, spacious main living area with a wood-burning fireplace & beautiful picture windows make it one of our more popular vacation homes.



Main Level Highlights



Open Concept Living Space: Features a fully-equipped gourmet kitchen with commercial grade stainless steel appliances and large center island, large dining table that seats 8, with additional seating for 3 at island, and numerous picture windows that make the space bright & open feeling. A large TV is mounted near the fireplace and there are two couches & chairs. This is a great space for everyone to gather.



Outdoor Living Space: Glass doors lead to a spacious covered deck with breathtaking mountain views



Bedrooms & Bathrooms On This Level:



■ Bedroom with a Queen bed



■ Large walk-in shower with rock and tile features



Upper Level Highlights



Master Suite:



■ 3rd level is a master suite with a King size bed

■ Attached master suite with shower/tub combo



Lower Level Highlights



Second Living Space: At the bottom of the stairs you will find a second living space that features comfortable seating, large wall mounted TV, 2 couches for seating, and a wet bar. This is a great space for the kids to gather!



Outdoor Living Space: Front lead out to the lower deck area where you will find a hot tub and can enjoy beautiful mountain views.



Bedrooms and Bathrooms On This Level:



■ Lower Bedroom #1 has a Queen bed and twin bunk beds



■ Lower Bedroom #2 has a Queen bed and twin bunk beds



■ There is a full bathroom located off the living space with over-sized walk-in shower and laundry room.



Centrally located Black Hills Cabin



Located near Lead, South Dakota, Gilded Buffalo offers easy access to the areas main attractions



Gilded Mountain Clubhouse - As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, will have exclusive access to the Community Clubhouse, a premier facility featuring a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, rejuvenating sauna, private game room, and an inviting loft area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities in the clubhouse include a pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade game a large screen TV



Nearby Attractions:



■ Terry Peak Ski Area: 8 minutes away.



■ Mickelson Trailhead, fishing, golfing: 5-15 minutes away.



■ Scenic Spearfish Canyon: 10 minutes away.



■ Lead: 7 minutes. Deadwood: 11 minutes. Sturgis: 30 minutes.



■ Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park: Just an hour's drive.



Convenient Parking: Large driveway can accommodate 3-4 cars. *4-wheel drive or all wheel drive recommended for winter driving conditions*



Additional Featured Amenities:



■ Central A/C



■ Wifi



■ TV



■ Private Hot tub



■ Washer/dryer



■ BBQ Grill



■ Wood-burning Fireplace



Please Note:



■Pet Friendly - up to 2 dogs allowed. There is a $75 pet fee per pet **You must notify us if you are bringing pets, and you must clean up after them inside and outside. Pets are not allowed on furniture. Thank you



■Garage not available to guest



Guest Access:

Guests have access to the whole house and the community Clubhouse.



The Neighborhood:

This cabin is located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Lead, South Dakota. As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, will have exclusive access to the Community Clubhouse, a premier facility featuring a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, rejuvenating sauna, private game room, and an inviting loft area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities in the clubhouse include a pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade game a large screen TV.

Nearby Attractions:

- - Terry Peak Ski Area: Minutes away.

- - Mickelson Trailhead, fishing, golfing, and scenic Spearfish Canyon: 30 minutes away.

- - Lead: 7 minutes. Deadwood: 11 minutes. Sturgis: 30 minutes.

- - Mount Rushmore: Just an hour's drive.



Getting Around:

There are taxis you can take to get around. If you drive, there is a large driveway that can accommodate 3-4 vehicles. *4-wheel drive or required for winter driving conditions*



Other Things to Note:

This cabin sits up on the hill, so we do advise 4-wheel drive in winter. The roads are paved except the driveway and it`s easy access to snowmobile and ATV trails. The Terry Peak Ski Area is a 5-minute drive and Deadwood is 10 minutes.



Pet Friendly - up to 2 dogs allowed. *You must let us know if you are bringing a pet. There is a $75 fee per dog, and you are responsible for cleaning up after the pet inside and outside. Pets are not allowed on furniture.



Interaction with Guests:

Deadwood Connections is a locally owned and managed vacation rental management company that puts the guest first. Our team is available to assist you at any point during your stay—from arrival to departure. You can reach out if you need local recommendations or have any issues during your visit to the Black Hills. We aim to make your stay with us comfortable and peaceful so you can spend your vacation making memories! While we won't meet you upon arrival, we're just a phone call away should you need anything!

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding 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

  • Unit size: 2,804 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Rules

Additional house rules 1. By signing this License Agreement, I certify that I have read, understand, and abide by all rules, policies, regulations ...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Up to 2 dogs. $50 per pet fee

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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Gilded Buffalo in Gilded Mountain have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Gilded Buffalo in Gilded Mountain offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gilded Buffalo in Gilded Mountain?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Lucky 8 Casino (9-min drive) and Deadwood Mountain Grand (10-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Gilded Buffalo in Gilded Mountain?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gilded Buffalo in Gilded Mountain?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Gilded Buffalo in Gilded Mountain have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Gilded Buffalo in Gilded Mountain have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Gilded Buffalo in Gilded Mountain to downtown Lead?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi away from Lead.

Gilded Buffalo in Gilded Mountain Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great place to enjoy a large family gathering!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kris K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this home so much! Was not prepared for how many stairs it took to haul groceries up to the kitchen. The space was clean and beautiful. I wish there was a door on the master bedroom and the only other comment is that the hot tub area is not well lit. Would stay here again and again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Perfect location for skiing and close to town!

Very nice place and location everyone enjoyed there stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JULIE F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home!! Perfect for our family of 3 children & 4 grandchildren. Centrally located to all activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Walker Z.

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

Nice place

Good location. Cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi K.

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

Stairway to heaven

Beautiful cabin, great location and plenty of space.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

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

Very comfy, very clean!

We enjoyed just chilling out at the cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kylah M.

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

Lovely Cabin

Our family really enjoyed staying here. Excellent kitchen and we really enjoyed the Club House!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kari R.

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

Great family vacation

We spent a long weekend here with family and it was fabulous! Great location, club house was amazing and it didn’t even feel like you had neighbors. We will be staying again ❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris K.

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

Was a beautiful cabin.

Really easy access and fun neat cabin layout.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laila A.

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

South Dakota Family Trip

The house is beautiful, clean, and our family have a great time. Close to all locations and activities in the Black Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela D.

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

Beautiful, Clean Home

The home is absolutely beautiful, clean, and well taken care of. We stayed here with a large group of friends and it is definitely spacious and has all of the amenities you would need. We’d love to stay here again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nikki M.

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

Beautiful home- Great stay!

This house was beautiful! It was so grand driving up to it, but it does have lots of stairs. Home was clean, neighborhood was quiet and it was the perfect getaway home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deb W.

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

Gilded buffalo stay

We really enjoyed our stay here. Location was great had one issue the first night and the host responded quickly and resolved the issue right away. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Norm W.

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

Black Hills family vacation

Stayed 5 nights with 15 persons total (ages 54 to 1). Facility has lots of space and is equipped nicely. We noted a couple items needing to be addressed and host was quick to reply and send someone to look at. Parking is a little tougher if you drive a larger vehicle but is manageable (we parked 4 vehicles there). Clubhouse and pool was nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawna L.

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

Lovely home near Deadwood

This is a beautiful house and is perfect for a family gathering. Bring your bikes and check out the amazing Mickelson trail!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend with Family

8 adult couples celebrated our mom’s 70th birthday and our parents 50th wedding anniversary. 4 from ND and 4 from CO it was the perfect halfway meeting point. The house was the perfect size and great location to local attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely cabin cared for with pride. The hot tub needs steps.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leonnie B.

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

Reunited family

The cabin was beyond gorgeous and spacious for our family. I would recommend this cabin. To anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee V.

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

Guiled Buffalo was Awesome~

We really enjoyed our stay at this very clean VRBO! Our family was celebrating my sister's 4oth birthday and there was plenty of room for all of us! There is a lot of steps... but other than that we loved this place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

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

Great Cabin in the Hills

The cabin is huge and very well kept, and has all the amenities you could need for even an extended stay. Kids enjoyed themselves immensely with a good selection of games (as well as TVs in every room). Beds are numerous and comfortable. The neighborhood is great, and the clubhouse top notch. Convenient location just outside of Lead and right next to excellent hiking, the Gilded Buffalo is a great base of operations for an exciting vacation in the Black Hills.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

Beautiful Cabin

Great cabin. Lots of steps so quite the workout. Gravel driveway made leaving and coming back on bikes a little challenge but we got through it. Overall great experience.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James F.

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

Awesome Stay...Awesome Property Managment

Amazing home. Beautifully designed. Couldn't get enough of the decks. Plenty of room to spread out. Also, the property manager, Deadwood Connections, was great to work with. Special shout-out to Keri, who was extremely helpful. We miss the house...and the Hills...already.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin L.

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

Great base for family vacation in Black Hills

Family vacation with kids and grandkids. Plenty of space for 9 adults and 4 little kids. They played on the decks like it was a ship. Enjoyed fires inside and out. Plenty of steps, but was only a challenge for grandma and grandpa. Saw deer and turkeys in backyard. Short drive to Lead and Deadwood. Loved our stay and the property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022