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New! Hilltop House in the Canyon

Rapid City vacation home with kitchen

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A kitchen with a large granite island, black bar stools, pendant lighting, and a clock on the wall.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and large windows offering views of a deck and outdoor furniture.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, a large TV mounted on the wall, and a cozy seating area with a leather couch.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a stone accent wall.
A spacious kitchen with a large granite countertop, a double sink, and a stone fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathrooms179 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, Cliffside Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Braeburn Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Watiki Water Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the area

Rapid City

In Rapid City .You'll find Cliffside Park and Braeburn Park within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center and Rushmore Lions Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Cliffside Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Braeburn Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Main Street Square - 15 min drive - 10.5 km
  • The Monument Civic Center - 16 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Watiki Water Park - 21 min drive - 20.4 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Meadowood Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 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.

New! Hilltop House in the Canyon

Unique. Elegant. Open. Tucked in a quiet cul-de-sac nestled on the edge of a cliff, this fully renovated duplex is a perfect base for all your Black Hills adventures! This unique property is one of two surviving duplexes from the historic flood of 1972. This home was moved from it's original creekside community to the top of this hill where is has resided since 1973.

Less than 10 minutes from Rapid city center, less than 5 minutes from the Black Hills National Forest, and approximately 30 minutes to Mount Rushmore, you will be right in the heart of our beloved Black Hills.

Our large 2 bedroom, 3 bath, 1931 square foot duplex has a large open floor plan with floor to ceiling windows looking out into the beautiful Black Hills from the edge of a cliff. Upstairs are two private bedrooms. The large master bedroom is equipped with both a king size bed, a sofa pullout, a walk-in closet with stackable washer/dryer, a private balcony overlooking the cliffside, and an ensuite bathroom. The second large bedroom has a queen size bed, twin bunk beds, and a large closet. The bathroom for this space is in the hallway next to the bedroom.

On the main floor is an open floorpan kitchen with a giant granite island seating 4 people. A dining room seating 6, two sitting areas, which looks out over the hills and a large smart TV over the fireplace make this a perfect community space to relax and unwind in-between your adventures.

On the main floor is also a full bathroom and a trundle bed that has two twin beds. The main floor also walks out to a large back deck overlooking the hills.

As a disclosure, the internet works great, but cell service tends to be spotty unless you are on the front or back deck.

Professionally hosted by Travis & Tai Dornfeld
Approved by Pennington County
License Number: COVHRLIC25-0009

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,931 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Quiet hours between 10 pm and 8 am

Pets

  • No pets 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is New! Hilltop House in the Canyon to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.2 mi (34-min drive) away from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does New! Hilltop House in the Canyon have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is New! Hilltop House in the Canyon to the beach?

This vacation home is 16.3 mi (25-min drive) from Pactola Point Swim Beach and 19.3 mi (33-min drive) from Sheridan Lake North. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does New! Hilltop House in the Canyon offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at New! Hilltop House in the Canyon?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at New! Hilltop House in the Canyon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at New! Hilltop House in the Canyon?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does New! Hilltop House in the Canyon have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does New! Hilltop House in the Canyon have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is New! Hilltop House in the Canyon to downtown Rapid City?

This vacation home is 5 mi away from Rapid City.

New! Hilltop House in the Canyon Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful home, perfectly located as our 'base camp' for exploring the Black Hills of South Dakota. The home was clean and provided comfortable accommodations for our family. Well stocked and thoughtfully decorated. Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing little home! The home has been remodeled and updated, so it looks very fresh and modern. The view out the back porch is INCREDIBLE. We enjoyed coffee every morning looking around the woods and listening to the birds. The host was very responsive and friendly to all messages. It was a great home base to go to the Badlands, Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse and Wind Cave NP. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the old charm with modern updates with our 3 boys (15, 13, and 10). The layout of the home is really great and the thoughtful furnishings and good signage and communication even bettter. The place was clean and kept as advertised. There were minor things on the exterior that could use some love, but this is one of our favorite VRBOs that we have stayed at over the last 25 years. We would stay again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location of this place.very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place!

Loved this place, great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful, clean, and peaceful!

A perfect place to stay to explore all that the Black Hills has to offer!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was extremely clean and we felt safe in the community. We loved the decor, neat, warm and cozy feel. We sat on the rear deck and listened to the birds after we barbecued our dinner one of the nights. Wild Turkeys trotted by and roosted in a nearby tree. The eagles were easy to spot. The home is centrally located to all the sites. No drive was too far. Couldn’t believe how they made everything so convenient for us. We would highly recommend it and may return one day soon. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
This home offers a picturesque view along with local wildlife that does not disappoint. A nice central location, offering close driving distance to everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, excellent location, the back deck is very quiet with nice views. Deer actually walk around the neighborhood and come by for a visit. Host was awesome, extremely happy with our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property

We loved our stay here. Very clean, quiet, and neighbors were very friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice quiet place, clean. Feel of being in the hills but just outside Rapid City.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Loved this entire experience. The home was cozy and clean and perfectly located. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of the coolest rentals we’ve ever stayed at!! Felt like we were close enough to town but also far out enough that we felt like we were right in the hills! Everything was as described, spacious, clean, and so beautiful! Even our teenagers loved it. Would highly recommend!
Could have sat here all day!
Visitors!
So much natural light!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing views + wildlife

Central to all SoDak adventures, quiet neighborhood + everything you need in this charming home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rapid City

Enjoyed our stay. Very clean. Plenty of room to relax. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Great place to stay nice and quiet. Peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time.

I have nothing negative to say at all! The location is great and the mountain side view was gorgeous. I will check to see if this place is available first before I make another trip to rapid city!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and very clean

We enjoyed our stay very much! The home was beautiful and very clean! It has an amazing view from the deck which we loved! Tai was very kind and was always prompt with any questions before and during our stay. Would definitely stay again and highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Badlands Get-Away

This property was great! It was very spacious, clean, well stocked, and in a quiet neighborhood. Location provided easy access to the Badlands and Black Hills for our South Dakota. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great option for extended stay

We truly enjoyed our 3 nights at this property. Excellent communication, clear and reasonable instructions, and good value for the price. Near to town but a bit off the beaten path with lovely views of Black Hills and animals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood!

This was the perfect place for what we needed. It was just outside of the city where we could enjoy the peace and quiet and the beautiful scenery that the Black Hills provides. Yet it was close enough to any of the attractions and food establishments we wanted to visit! The house is lovely, and so peaceful! We hope to be back someday!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Black Hills Retreat

Perfect location, beautiful, and peaceful while still being only minutes away from grocery, restaurants, and a lovely park. Centrally located for easy day trips to everywhere from the Badlands and Custer Park to Mount Rushmore and Deadwood. The home itself is a wonderful retreat!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Came out for the Hills Alive concerts. Property was beautiful, far enough out yet close enough to get to downtown easily. Beds were comfortable. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, lovely backyard view

This house was central to all our South Dakota activities - Mt. Rushmore, the Crazy Horse Memorial, Custer State Park. We loved the backyard view in the morning, and the individual cooling units in the upstairs bedrooms made them comfortable in the summer heat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it and loved the next door dog, Sadie. Only complaints were dull knives and hard pillows especially in the master bedroom. (Costco has down alternative pillows for good prices)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025