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Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City

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Exterior
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
Exterior detail
A dining room with a long table, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and large arched windows.
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12332 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Rapid City, SD
  • Place, Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bear Country USA
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Reptile Gardens
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the area

Rapid City

In Rapid City .Stay at this Rapid City vacation home and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf and 6 miles (10 km) of Cosmos Mystery Area. Mount Rushmore National Memorial is within 9 miles (15 km) and Mount Rushmore is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf - 2 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Bear Country USA - 4 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Reptile Gardens - 5 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Cosmos Mystery Area - 6 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show - 7 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shipwrecks Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ft Hays Chuckwagon Supper & Show - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cruizzers - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ruby House Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Grapes & Grinds - ‬12 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.

Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City

Experience breathtaking beauty and outstanding Rapid City attractions when you stay at this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation rental home which sleeps 10. You'll feel like royalty from the moment you arrive at this castle-style home, placed amongst lush green landscape on 3 acres of the rolling Black Hills. With abundant outdoor adventures and unparalleled scenery just minutes away, this fabulous retreat will give you the chance to make lasting memories!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Private Lot | Black Hills National Forest Castle Manor | 3 Wooded Acres

Bring your royal family for a one-of-a-kind South Dakota getaway, secluded in the forest and providing easy access to top attractions like Mount Rushmore.

Master Bedroom: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Bedroom 5: Queen Bed

OUTDOOR LIVING: Large paved patio w/ 2 shade umbrella dining sets & chaise lounge chairs, path w/ stairs leading to separate fire pit patio, scenic forest surroundings
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, wraparound counter, breakfast nook, built-in stovetop, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, cookware, dishware, glassware, silverware
INDOOR LIVING: Classic decor, decorative brick fireplace, cozy sitting room, spacious dining area & table, 3 full baths (1 w/ clawfoot tub)
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating, air conditioning, Pack ‘n Play, hairdryer, linens/towels
PARKING: Ample driveway parking

-- THE LOCATION --

NATIONAL FOREST RECREATION: Flume Hiking Trail - access from the back of the house (~100 yards), Black Elk Peak Trailhead (24.5 miles)
TOP ATTRACTIONS: Bear Country USA (3.6 miles), Cosmos Mystery Area (5.5 miles), Reptile Gardens (6.0 miles), Mount Rushmore National Memorial (11.3 miles), Custer State Park (12.2 miles), Crazy Horse Memorial (24.8 miles), Jewel Cave National Monument (41.2 miles), Wind Cave National Park (46.5 miles)
NEARBY: Deadwood Sturgis (41.2 miles), (54.2 miles)
SHOPPING/DINING: The Gaslight (0.3 miles), Christmas Village (2.1 miles), Fort Hays Chuckwagon Supper & Show (7.4 miles), Tally's Silver Spoon (13.2 miles), The Shops at Main Street Square (13.3 miles), Rushmore Mall (16.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Rapid City Regional Airport (21.2 miles)

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

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.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Foosball table

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,570 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

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 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. 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.

Property is also known as

Enchanting Unique Vacation Home Near Mt Rushmore/Hill City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City to the airport?

This vacation home is 21 mi (26-min drive) away from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City to the beach?

This vacation home is 12.8 mi (16-min drive) from Sheridan Lake South and 14.5 mi (19-min drive) from Sheridan Lake North. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City to downtown Rapid City?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Rockerville.

Enchanting Black Hills Castle near Mt Rushmore/Rapid City Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter c.

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

Great place

Really fun place in a beautiful area. The kids loved the foosball and video games. Thanks for the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, clean home with a spacious kitchen. Plenty of seating areas for family to gather and relax. Hosts were friendly and communicative. Our whole family enjoyed the Castle.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing house with lots to do. Great location for most if not all of the tourist things around Mount Rushmore and Rapid City.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay! So close to so many popular attractions in the Black Hills including things to do for children of all ages… the owners were wonderful to work with , they responded quickly if we had any questions…the home was clean as can be and very spacious and well stocked with everything our families needed! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

The Black Hills Castle

We had such a great time at the castle! It's a great location for all the sites! The kids (2,3,5&6) had SO much fun! They said the best part was the castle!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent G.

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

Beautiful and convenient

Great home with excellent access to so many activities in the black hills
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect for all the activities we had planned. We had 5 adults and 2 kids and there was plenty of space, the kids loved the games and space outdide. We barbequed and spent every night outside. This is a perfect family place!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

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

Relaxing castle in the woods

Wow - loved this place! Kitchen had everything! Living room was the space to relax and read while the downstairs was for gaming and movies. Patio for lounging and laughing by the fire and also watching the wildlife. Exceeded all expectations!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenna M.

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

Wonderful home, scenic property

Beautiful home, excellent proximity to many attractions. Clean & comfortable. This home has it all! We loved staying at the castle and will again our next visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil F.

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

Great Castle

Is a great castle with plenty of room for 11 adults with plenty of space to enjoy the outdoor patio and enjoy the evenings outside. All in all great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

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

Best Vacation Ever!

Everything was phenomenal! The trip, scenery, wildlife, location, activities, house, Rich!!! It was a sibling-vacation and it was PERFECT!!!!! 5-stars isn’t enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff Y.

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

Very nice home and great location

The home was clean and well stocked with everything needed to enjoy our visit. The game room was a lot of fun. The two rooms on each of the three floors gave our family enough room to enjoy separate activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karlowe K.

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

The vacation hub

The house was exactly as advertised and the owner was very responsive to questions. We enjoyed our stay and made great use of the back patio area as our grandchildren explored the hill behind the house. Very centrally located to all the activities within the Black Hills. We will definitely be considering it again, when we make a return trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan K.

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

Castle

Rooms were clean and very roomy. The castle was close to the attractions we were interested in and very easy to find. We had some deer walk right through the yard while we were there. My son really liked that! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Sturgis Bike Rally 2024

The Castle was perfect! The location was ideal for our motorcycle daily rides! We cooked several meals and the kitchen was very well stocked! The home was spacious and very comfortable! We had four couples and it could not have been better! Our Host Rich and Susan were very nice and attentive! Evenings on the back patio with fire pit were great! It was truly an enjoyable stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Gifford H.

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

nothing to add, however we all got food poisoning

Little old on inside, but livable
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann W.

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

Wonderful Castle!

We spent our family vacation week here with ages 10-79. We’ve stayed at several VRBOs and this one is definitely a favorite. The kitchen is very well equipped. The two tables provided plenty of eating space. Everything is very clean. The patio is beautiful and we used the gas grill. We saw two deer and chipmunks while sitting on the patio. The town of Keystone is fun with shops, sky lift, ropes course and several restaurants. We also were able to see Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, The Needles, Sylvan Lake, chuck wagon cookout, horseback riding and kayaking. I would highly recommend this castle for your stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Staycation in the Hills

We did a staycation in the beautiful Black Hills & everyone loved the Castle! Rich & Susan were very prompt with any questions & communication we had. The kitchen was huge & very well stocked for all the items we needed for meals each night. We loved the outdoor deck area. It was perfect for early morning gatherings & evening yard games. We did the Stratobowl hike which was 10 minutes away & went to Hill City to bike on the Mickelson trail which was a 15-20 minute drive. We also enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Gaslight in Rockerville, which was 5 minutes away. Very pleased with our staycation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle A.

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

Rockerville Castle rocks!

We loved our stay at the Castle in Rockerville! What a wonderful house and location close to all of the best sites in western South Dakota. Mount Rushmore, Needles Highway, Iron Mountain Road, Jewel National Monument Cave, and more is close at hand. The house is appointed exactly as described in the listing. Working with the owners is easy and pleasant. The property is a perfect balance of remote wilderness with backyard privacy and deer roaming in the morning or evening, while also comfortably close to what's needed. I would have happily stayed here longer. We loved our South Dakota adventure, and the Rockerville Castle was a perfect part of it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

The best VRBO experience I’ve had so far!

The owners of this property are amazing! Our flight arrived early, and they allowed us to drop our luggage off, use the restroom, and change while they were still cleaning 3 1/2 hours before our check-in time, so that we could get started with our day. WOW! They were kind, hospitable, and encouraged us to contact them directly if we had any questions or concerns. The castle was clean, comfortable, fun, and perfect for the kids to run around outside, and then settle in for movies and games in the basement at night. The castle is in a perfect location right in between Rapid City and the other attractions around Mount Rushmore. I wish I could give it six stars ❤️We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marguerite I.

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

great family vacation

My family and I all meet here from around the country for a family vacation. It was perfect. The property owner was great. There was a power outage during our stay and the generator didn't kick on. They came to the property in no time and got it up and running. The power came back on later in the night. Over all everyone had a great stay. My nephew enjoyed the arcade in the finished basement. My parents liked that there was a bathroom on the main floor (no stairs after a day of adventures), my husband and i loved the master with the large soaking tub. Everyone love how comfortable the beds were. over all I'd give this property a 10 out of 10.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mende K.

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

Brothers Vacation with Families

Our stay at the Castle house was wonderful. The accommodations were just what we needed. The basement area was great for the kids to hang out, play some nostalgic video games with the older kids (parents), watch a movie and relax after a long day of activities. The rest of the house was equally as nice. The bedrooms were just what we needed and the bathrooms were very clean and updated. I loved the castle-like hardware on all of the doors. It's definitely a unique house and fun to stay at. The location was fairly central for drives to Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Deadwood, the Badlands, etc. We didn't need to contact the hosts for anything, because everything that we needed was already provided. The host did reach out to us before our arrival and afterward to make sure we were taken care of which was very much appreciated. If were ever in the area again, I would love to stay there again. I will be mentioning it as an option for others that I know who may be making there way out west to see what South Dakota has to offer. Thank you Rich and Susan for allowing us to stay in your magical castle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alice T.

Disliked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Locked Out

The Property Manager gave the wrong entry code in the VRBO App so we had no access to the house trying the code over and over. Called the manager and he said "He forgot he changed it." Went to use the fire pit and no propane so had to go out and buy a tank and had a hard time messing with it to actually get it going. One of our guys fixed it. The grill was caked with bbq and had to be cleaned the burners were caked up and clogged the flames shot up almost burning my husband to be. Be careful on the stairwell they are small carpeted and dangerous for older people to walk down. I was hit with ridiculous fees in check out with rude remarks when I paid in advance for a cleaning service, they exaggerated the time we left which wasn't at 10 more like 10:45 sorry just was married. No alarm clocks or clocks, TV's are limited, so are showers. There was a man on the slope of the hill staring down at the house it scared me, no house phones to call 911 so make sure your phones are charged up. It's nice but the beds are dated and uncomfortable. I will never want to ever stay there after the way the wife spoke to me and the husband, I had to dispute ridiculous charges and I did settle for a less amount because a dog did come in and no pets allowed. Lastly, if you are wanting to be paid a cleaning charge up front then don't complain about the cups we placed in the sink.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirk G.

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

Thanksgiving

The property was exactly what and where we needed. Private but close to things to do. Rich and Susan were fantastic and very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

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

Awesome Time!

We had a fabulous time at your home. It was truly perfect in every way!! The space was perfect for our friend group, and the driveway and garage was awesome for the motorcycles. The only little thing, the master bedroom is actually on the 2nd floor. Not a big thing but just wanted to mention if anyone can't go up the stairs for that bedroom. Appreciated all of your suggestions for dining, we tried out several that were just yummy. Thank you also for being so responsive to our pre-trip questions also, it really helped to set us up for success. Look forward to another stay sometime. Thank you again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022