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Idlewild Pines Retreat

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
TV
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7144 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Idlewild Pines Retreat

Simple, stylish decor is what you'll find throughout our comfortable townhome. There's free parking on premises, a complete kitchen, in-home laundry, WiFi, a desk to work, and a private outdoor patio. The Chapel Valley neighborhood is quiet and tranquil, other than deer walking around or hearing the wind whistle through the Ponderosa pines. You're at the doorstep of the Black Hills & centrally located to all of the great western South Dakota sites.

We've spent hours putting together a very, very comprehensive online guidebook that we'll immediately send out to you after you book with us. We all know that you'll be traveling out this way to see 4 old men on a side of a granite rock, but in case you're wondering what else there is to see & do out here, don't worry - we've got you covered. From the best spots to star-gaze, to where to eat, what outdoor bars to hit up or some of the best hikes, you'll have everything at your fingertips & then-some! In other words, we've pretty much done your itinerary for you so you don't need to do it.

We spent the entire month of June painting every room in the place. We also remodeled both bathrooms & completely refurnished it. In September we managed to do an egress project where we legally can call our comfy basement a 3rd bedroom, complete with a king-size bed. In October we're adding brand-new windows through out the townhome.

The space:
Start your day with a hot drink from the coffee bar, and enjoy sipping it outside on the front deck or under the umbrella on our private patio in back. The dining room table easily seats 6 for meals or to plan your day. The spacious living room has a large, flat-screen smart TV for you to relax & unwind. The place is very clean, as we've sought out the best in the business - our cleaner won "Best Of The Black Hills Award for Cleaners" in 2021. We've incorporated local art throughout to highlight the beauty of the Black Hills as well.

Property manager

David Hagele

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Fishing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 1,555 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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

Property is also known as

Idlewild Pines Retreat Rapid City
Comfortable Quiet Family Friendly Townhouse
Idlewild Pines Retreat Private vacation home
Idlewild Pines Retreat Private vacation home Rapid City

About the neighborhood

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Rapid City, SD

What's nearby

  • Chapel in the Hills - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Black Hills Caverns - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Main Street Square - 11 min drive - 7.9 km
  • The Monument Civic Center - 11 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Monument Health - 14 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Taco John's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Colonial House Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Idlewild Pines Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Idlewild Pines Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idlewild Pines Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idlewild Pines Retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Chapel in the Hills and Canyon Lake Park. Rushmore Lions Park and Cleghorn Springs Hatchery & Visitors Center are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Idlewild Pines Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicholle L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space!
The property was exactly what we needed and the location was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Great place to stay a few days to see the sights in the area...Badlands, Custer Park and even has an opportunity to vidit Wall Drg.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with easy access
The property info visitors guide was very helpful. Would definitely stay again if we are back in South Dakota. Do many things to do around
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn Ann J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and super quiet
This townhouse was perfect for us and we would definitely stay again. Everything was very clean and well equipped. We loved that two of the bedrooms have king size beds and the beds were very comfortable. There were lots of thoughtful touches throughout and the location was super quiet. The owners were very responsive and helpful when we had a question.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We found the location of this property to be great for all the locations we wanted to visit—Mt. Rushmore, Badlands, Custer, Devil’s Tower, Hill City. deadwood’s and more! Had we known how beautiful the local lake/park was we would have allowed time to enjoy it as well! The townhome had comfy beds, adequate space, local sites highlighted in the decor/art. The beds were comfy, nice to have a washer and dryer, and it was appreciated to have soaps, shampoo, etc provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
We loved staying here! The house was very clean. David was great to communicate with. I would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kindra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall Good
Host was awesome at reaching out and communicating. The online list does say there are three AC which is incorrect but other than that everyone had a good time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Solveig P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Townhouse
Lovely townhouse in quiet neighborhood. Met our needs and we would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Last rental on a weeklong road trip. It was great! Comfortable and clean. Room for all 6 of us. The owners gave us a great list of places to check out. We didn’t have time for everything we wanted to do so and will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jude A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great perfect for us
Great stay nice and quiet beds were good place was clean could have used a small frying pan but we made it work. Thank you David great time .
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Host and Quiet Neighborhood
Thanks, David! We appreciated your hospitality and great restaurant recommendations!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There briefly but comfortable
It was everything we needed. Quiet, comfortable, well stocked and a supportive host as we were focused on family event. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

T0mmi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No surprises
Idlewild Pines was exactly as advertised. No surprises. David, the property owner was a dream to work with. Everything was clean and cozy. We were meeting up with family that we haven't seen in years, and we all had an amazing time ❤️. I highly recommend Idlewild Pines to anyone wanting a relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gokul D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing hosts + Great location
We had the whole place to ourselves and the hosts were very gracious. They gave us so much local insight that it felt like we had a friend in the area! The location is also amazing. It’s within walking distance of a beautiful park. It’s also pretty equidistant to all the national and state parks in the area, which is fantastic for those who are exploring the great outdoors!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ten day stay
Our family enjoyed our 10 day stay in this town home. The bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. We took several pleasant walks around the neighborhood spotting many deer and enjoyed sipping coffee on the porch in the mornings.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

paul g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time in Rapid City
House was in a great location — 10 minutes or so from all the restaurants and bars in town and on the side of town closest to the historical sites. Neighborhood is quiet and the house itself is spacious and well maintained. Plenty of room for a larger group although it was just my wife and me. Would recommend to anyone coming to the area and would stay here again if we were to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
I think most importantly is Dave’s complete detail of places to see in and around Rapid City. The condo was comfortable, and clean. I brought my own grill and specialty food from home. The outdoor space was idea to setup, Dave mentioned he didn’t have a grill set up and I agree it’s not needed. Our daughter missed Dad’s Mexican food (pollo, carne, chorizo, beans etc. thanks Dave and VRBO
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
What an amazing vacation. The home was very welcoming when we got there. Plenty of space when we wanted to just chill when we’re not out exploring the many places to see in South Dakota. There was many references to different locations and hot spots to check out.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
The property was beautiful. We had two couples and we used the two king bedrooms and they were the most comfortable beds. All of us slept great. Very well laid out. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Experience
The beds were very comfortable and we all slept very well. We made all breakfasts at the property and a few dinners. The kitchen had everything we needed. It was nice to have a washer and dryer at our disposal! David was very nice and had good recommendations for places to eat and visit. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janetta G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Road Trip
This townhouse had plenty of beds and bathrooms to accommodate six people. I requested to reserve it and almost immediately got a confirmation.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
Exactly as advertised. Was in contact with property owner for 8 months prior to our trip and had a good relationship with him!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Subash G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best experience all the way
I have rented the facilities through VRBO many many times in the past. I would rate this one as one of the top one to remember in a positive manner. The neighborhood was quiet and clean. The owner was very friendly and available. The house was spic n span when we entered. Kitchen was well equipped for every necessity you may need. If I ever visit this neck of the woods, I will certainly try to rent this one again. Five Stars all the way!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Thea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Responsive
The house was clean, comfortable beds and the extra touches were nice. Variety of coffee, snacks, waters, etc The air conditioning was set too warm when we arrived late at night and took some time to cool down, especially upstairs, but the owner was super responsive. It is central air, not window units. The travel guide he provided was helpful and informative.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rapid City Retreat
From the start we felt comfortable with our choice to stay at Idlewild. David was communicative and accommodating. We only had time in our travel plans to stay the one night but would have definitely stayed longer. The house was clean and just as described. You could tell it was newly renovated. David provided us with recommendations for dinner and we stopped at Murphys Pub and Grill for dinner before we checked in because we were running late. Great choice. Food, drinks and atmosphere was spot on. Food was delicious, atmosphere was cozy and service was quick and friendly. Idlewild is in a nice neighborhood; even spotted a nice buck mule deer with a few does on our way out in the morning. Thank you for providing a great guest experience.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023