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Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek

Located in the historic Stratobowl near Rockerville, this classic Black Hills ranch style home is right on Spring Creek in a rugged canyon. The back windows and deck look out onto the best swimming hole on all of Spring Creek. Surrounded by hiking trails along the creek and in the National Forest, this is the perfect location for families searching for adventure in the great outdoors or couples who want to get away from it all in an incredibly peaceful setting.

The house has been fully updated with all of today's conveniences including climate control, updated electrical system, and DSL internet. Located near Rockerville, this home is secluded, yet only 20 minutes from Rapid City or Mount Rushmore.

Sleeps 6. The master bedroom has a king size bed with large windows looking down to the creek. A second bedroom has a queen size bed also with views of the creek. The third bedroom is the heritage room with a king size bed built into the room. The home has a deck on the creek side where guests can enjoy their morning coffee or grill out later in the day. There is a well-equipped kitchen and a very comfortable living room with a 42" television. The bathroom has a walk-in shower with grab bars. The single level and attached garage make it ideal for anyone with mobility difficulties.

Enjoy the natural beauty of the Black Hills secluded in this classic home along Spring Creek. The home is located in a very unique and historic area, the Stratobowl - birthplace of the Space Age where the Army Air Corps and National Geographic Society launched manned balloon flights into the stratosphere to a record 72,395 feet in 1934-35.

Note: Between the hours of ~Noon and 6:00pm there is a chance that the swimming hole might be shared by the owner's grandson and one other adjacent vacation home.

In order to access the surrounding property (Stratobowl, trails along the creek, etc.), a hold harmless waiver will be available to sign at check in.

Check in time is 4:00 PM and check out is 11:00 AM.

Property manager

Ken Tomovick

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Double-glazed windows
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Reusable cups only
  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204.4 sq m)

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Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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, 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Bear Country USA - 9 min drive
  • Reptile Gardens - 12 min drive
  • Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show - 14 min drive
  • Monument Health - 19 min drive
  • Black Hills Caverns - 31 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wings and Rings - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Black Hills Coffee Company - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Lee's Bar & Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Old MacDonald's Farm - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fort Hays Chuck Wagon Suppers - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Putz n Glo - Black Light Mini Golf and within 9 mi (15 km) of Reptile Gardens and Cosmos Mystery Area. Fort Hays Old West Town & Dinner Show and Hart Ranch Golf Course are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Fun Historic Cabin with the Best Swimming Hole on Spring Creek Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay
It was fantastic! Great location. Kids had fun swimming/using kayaks at the swimming hole. Cabin accommodations were great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Worthwhile
Property is beautiful. House well stocked, clean, comfortable, cozy. Wonderful location - able to enjoy so much the Black Hills has to offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

R. D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in the Stratobowl
We had a wonderful stay at the Creekside House. The house is charming, very well cared for, and hands down the cleanest vacation rental I've stayed at. The hosts are quick to respond to any questions. Great location for relaxing or seeing the sights. seeingsights.requeiries.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zack R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Getaway
Staying here was the highlight of our visit to the Black Hills! The cabin was clean and cozy with lots of character. Ken was an excellent host. The views are absolutely stunning, and it felt like we had the whole valley to ourselves. My kids and I loved kayaking in the swimming hole and exploring the stream (highly recommend water shoes!).
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pre school getaway
Enjoyed the greenhouse, perfectly between Rapid City and Mt Rushmore
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi m., Tennessee

Liked: Cleanliness
Going to miss this place!!
I don't think we could've fit more in in our four days day we were welcomed warmly by lynn, and she communicated some places we might like to visit via text message. The home was immaculate.... Plenty of supplies to assist our stay. We enjoyed all the amenities of the stream by fishing and hiking... Was nicely centrally located to go to Mount Rushmore, Lake Sylvan, Custer state park & the badlands.... If we are to return to this area, we will definitely use this cabin again Plenty of supplies
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo Anna E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded Gem!
Such a stunning property! I was mesmerized by the beautiful creek in the backyard. We took a short hike that followed the creek. The house is very cozy. I didn't want to leave because it was so peaceful. Unfortunately,We were unable to swim in the creek because it was unseasonably cold for mid-June with highs barely reaching 70 degrees. We left 100 degree temps in St. Louis. So, the break from the head an humidity was exactly what we needed! I was only slightly bummed by the colder weather because the view of the creek and the mountains just took my breath away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Best Time
We had the most amazing time! The property was beautiful, super clean, with historical charm. The views and serenity of the StratoBowl are incomparable. Our kids LOVED the creek with the kayaks and could have spent an entire day out just doing that. We decided our stay was too short! We saw a ton of local attractions and would have loved one more day to spend exclusively at the cabin! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben N.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of a kind
Very quaint and authentic home in a pleasant uniquely private setting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
What a neat place!
We had a great time! The host was absolutely delightful and very helpful with our questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lora H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Bonding Time
So convenient to everything we wanted to do. Ken and Cory are amazing people to get to know, and Bella too! If we go back to the Black Hills, we will definitely stay there again! We feel like family now!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to get away
This is a great place to get away and enjoy the outdoors all while being close to South Dakota’s attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Breah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!
Wish we would have stayed longer! Kids had an absolute blast in the swimming hole— kayaks and fishing. Explored the trails and cave nearby. A gem of a location! Didn’t realize the swimming hole is shared with another property but it wasn’t a problem at all. Also was a little unclear with the check in process— but was all sorted out quickly! Will definitely return— what a great spot!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem in the Black Hills
I have been to the Black Hills/Rapid City multiple times and had I known this little jewel was available I would have never stayed anywhere else! Check in process was awesome, owner gave us a tour of the property with an excellent history lesson about the area, the home is immaculate with such awesome craftsmanship and excellent amenities with a retro/old school vibe. Love all of the decor. Map of the property with hiking trails and pictures are available. Quite simply the best part of this cabin is the quiet escape from the rush (especially during Sturgis) AMAZING views, the swimming hole was excellent, kayaks available, water was pristine, I just cannot say enough cool things about this place... Even my teenagers said it was the coolest VRBO they have stayed in! Thank you to the host and hostess for such an excellent stay!! Will be booking again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!!
Hands down BEST place I have ever stayed!!! Will hopefully be going back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Vrbo ever!
This cabin was incredibly clean, well stocked and comfortably appointed. It was exactly as pictured and more. This rental was one of the best we've ever had, and our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and hope to only stay here when we visit SD from now on. Thank you for sharing this incredible property and giving our family lasting magical memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property!
The property was everything it was promised to be. It was very clean, and the river was fantastic. The entire family loved our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Our family of 4 loved the stay. The location is very private and the pictures don’t do it justice. It exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt like home
I'm super sensitive to the feeling in homes & this home felt so good; like I was staying at my Grandparent's 1911 home that my dad & his dad were raised in. I loved every inch of this home. So did the kids. It was spotless, incredibly well maintained, an unbeatable location, peaceful, kind & gracious host. Just book this place. You won't regret it. Well stocked, clean, comfortable, & if you're lucky, you'll get to spend some quality time with Ken learning the his history & the history of the area. Then you'll want to move to the Black Hills after staying here. Best place we've stayed in. Thank you Ken!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful family getaway
Loved this location. Property was beautiful with the swimming hole and stream. Hiking trails to overlook the area was amazing. Close to places we wanted to visit. Would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeds Expectations
Our family loved this location so much it was hard to get the kids to want to leave the cabin to see nearby attractions. Canyon, creek, swimming hole, and hiking trails were simply amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little slice of Heaven!
We loved our stay in the Stratobowl. My children loved swimming in the creek and riding the kayaks down the rapids. The hiking on the property was incredible! Ken, the host was so hospitable and we loved hearing all about the history of the area. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Passing through on long trip
This place was perfect for our long road-trip. We loved the serenity and history of the Strato bowl. The proximity to Mt. Rushmore was convenient. Ken was very helpful and we enjoyed talking with him about how his grandparents built the house. The house is well stocked and well maintained. We appreciated the craftmanship of the woodwork, beams and fireplaces. The creek and swimming hole were nice. We woke up to deer grazing near the creek. It would have been nice to spend more time here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful and quite
We had a great time in South Dakota including staying at this house. The house was fully stocked and suited our family well. We all enjoyed the property and the wonderful swimming hole. Would book it again in a heartbeat if coming anywhere near Rapid City.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Alex H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Access to trails and charming creek right out the back door
A lovely location that is close to some major attractions in the area but with access to private hiking trails and no traffic.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022