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Welcome to Bluebird Retreat!

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Exterior
Interior
Outdoor dining
Interior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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.

Property manager

Michelle keranen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Hill City, SD

What's nearby

  • 1880 Train - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Needles Highway - 11 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Prairie Berry Winery - 11 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial - 21 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Mount Rushmore - 23 min drive - 24.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria Mangiamo - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Prairie Berry Winery - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! located?

Situated in Hill City, this cabin is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from 1880 Train and within 6 mi (10 km) of Wade's Gold Mill and Teddy Bear Town. Sonja's and Things That Rock are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Welcome to Bluebird Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ralph M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Sandy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and great location
The location is great. Just a short 4-5 mile drive to Hill City. The cabin was clean and the easy to unlock the door when we arrived. It was a hot day and the cabin was a bit warmer than I liked. It was cool enough by bedtime to sleep comfortable, but I feel the A/C should have been started earlier in the day. There were weeds around the front porch and for me, this takes away from the appearance of the cabin. Pulling or cutting the weeds would have improved the looks. I am mildly disappointed when I find things that don't work. I found a window that wouldn't open and probably not a big deal. But the cabin had very few windows you could open and when I was trying to cool the cabin down it would have been nice to open all the windows. Also most cabins have a couple of soft blankets to use for front porch sitting. We found one blanket intended for use on the bed, but we used outside anyway. I realize these are minor things, and don't ruin the stay. But the details to me, and the attention to details make the stay better. One thing in the positive that I appreciated very much was there was no requirement to clean and sweep the floor, take the bed apart or even take out the trash. I did take out the trash because I feel it is the right thing to do. The only chore we had was to wash the dishes which we did. If I return to the area I would consider staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Getaway
We rented Bluebird for a wedding the whole family was in. We were 7 minutes from town and about 13 to the wedding events venue. The cabin was perfect for a family with the open concept balcony bedroom. We found everything we needed for our stay. The scenery was beautiful and peaceful. You are far enough from neighbors for privacy. The small balcony off the loft area was perfect for the teens to star gaze at night. There was enough space inside and out for the kids to play without busy roads nearby. The cabin was clean and the host responded to messages instantly. They even mailed us some belongings left behind from our stay! Great experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

doreen k., Pierre sd

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

lisa b.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Tamar K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
Perfect place to relax and unwind. Peaceful nights by the campfire listening to the creek flow and horses run was just what my little grieving family needed. We aren’t into the tourist attractions but felt like everything was in arms reach should the mood strike. Great location to town & trails. The cabin was very comfortable & it was easy to accommodate our dog. I recommend bringing your own games & DVD’s for those rainy days. We got lucky and only had one but the cabin only contained a deck of uno cards. While we easily made it just fine without, extra things to do inside would have made it more enjoyable. Thanks Bluebird Cabin!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Great location and beautiful setting!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Krista G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely disconnect in the Hills
Property and host were wonderful. Michelle was very accommodating and helpful. Cabin was spacious and cozy. Cell Service non-existent for Verizon tower users, check reservation details before arriving for entry code. Bring your own shampoo and cards/games.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
SD adventure
Beautiful property, clean. Loved watching the horses from the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trenton G.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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