Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park

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Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park provides a playground and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

About the neighborhood

Located in Hermosa, this hotel is in a rural area and in the mountains. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Custer State Park. National Presidential Wax Museum and Rushmore Tramway Adventures are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling. Visit our Hermosa travel guide
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SD, Keystone

What's nearby

  • A mountainous landscape with rocky outcrops and a winding road.
    Custer State Park
    12 min drive - 16.8 km
  • A mountain with a large rock face featuring carved faces, surrounded by dense green forest.
    Mount Rushmore National Memorial
    14 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Black Hills Playhouse
    8 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Center Lake
    8 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Big Thunder Gold Mine
    11 min drive - 13.4 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
    44 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ruby House Restaurant
    13 min drive
  • State Game Lodge & Resort Custer
    19 min drive
  • Cruizzers
    13 min drive
  • Powder House Lodge
    15 min drive
  • Farmboy Kitchen
    15 min drive

About this property

Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park

  • Hotel in the mountains
  • Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park provides a playground and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
  • RV/bus/truck parking, barbecue grills, and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park include perks such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
    • Decks/patios, outdoor lighting, and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)

Things to do

  • Playground

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights

Leave the door unlocked and key inside the rental.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not 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
Seniors-only community
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park located?

Situated in the mountains, this hotel is within 6 mi (10 km) of Black Hills Playhouse, Center Lake, and Big Thunder Gold Mine. Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Custer State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Romantic, Peaceful Getaway; Within 10 Mi of Mt. Rushmore & Custer State Park Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved staying here. The bed was incredibly comfortable and the bathtub was very relaxing. Also really loved the friendly cat that came to say hi to us after leaving our cabin. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary Trip

My husband and I loved our little getaway! Place was very clean and comfortable. We would stay again. We had the chance to speak with the owner he was a wonderful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

We had a wonderful stay. We totally recommend this space for privacy and peace. Mr. McDonald was a wonderful host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect for exploring all the Custer State Park has to offer!

Nice, quiet, relaxing. You can tell the host thought about your comfort and needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely little honeymoon getaway

The McDonald Ranch was truly the perfect place for my husband and I to get away and spend time together after our wedding. Mr. McDonald is a lovely man and does a fantastic job welcoming guests and ensuring that their stay is comfortable. We would certainly book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Master Suite

McDonald Ranch Master Suite was a wonderful place to stay. It was clean, comfortable, peaceful and beautiful. My husband and I enjoyed our stay. Richard MCDonald, the owner was fun and interesting to visit with. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Buffalo roundup

This location was perfect for the roundup, Mt.Rushmore, etc. The drive over the hills from McDonald’s ranch to Keystone was stunning. The location is quiet and best stars ever. I highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mt Rushmore/Crazyhorse/custer State Park

Very nice property. Other than bad gps info from google maps, the only down size for me was the mattress was too soft. Close location to all attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Western getaway!!

Very good..a little out of the way from some things but the beautiful setting & peace & quiet was great! The room we had was clean & very relaxing..beautifully done..everything you needed for a short stay! Must say best shower ever😂..Richard the owner very nice..Thank You for a very relaxing time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nature Getaway

The property was 10 minutes from Custer SP and a scenic drive of less than 30 minutes from Mount Rushmore. Less than 2 hours from Badlands. It was great to have a place to conveniently prepare meals for our days. The jacuzzi tub was perfect after a day of hiking. The deck was great for watching the sunrise. The bed was so comfortable. We will definitely choose this place again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical

Loved our suite. We were greeted by deer am and pm. Richard came to see us our first day. He is a very pleasant man. With a colorful history. We really enjoyed speaking with him. The house was close enough for us to visit 5 National Parks. And drive thru all our must haves on the list. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible property and host

This place was the so comfortable, clean, quiet and welcoming yet SO close to everything! Even though you were felt like you were so far removed from the hustle and bustle, you were just down the road from Custer State Park, Downtown Keystone and Iron Mountain (scenic roadway) Rd. The property has everything you could possibly want and need and the host is a wonderful man! He is full of life and such a joy to talk to! You won’t regret your stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Peaceful Getaway

My husband and I stayed for 4 nights in the Master Suite! It was the perfect getaway! The place is very quiet and relaxing. We did stay on the go quite a bit, as we went to see the sights of the area (Mt. Rushmore, The Badlands, Crazy Horse). We ate at quite a few of the local restaurants and never had a bad meal. As far as the property goes, Doc and Mrs. Doc were awesome! The place was spotless! Thank you to Mr. McDonald for sharing his property with us.....and others!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet, beautiful setting

This property exceeded our expectations. The Master Suite is beautiful in a great setting. It was very quiet although we could occasionally faintly hear the owner next door. Having a king-size bed was something we were looking for. Nice shower and tub but we did not use the tub. Central location to the places we wanted to visit: Keystone, Mount Rushmore, Jewell Cave, Sylvan Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply amazing

Beautiful suite on an amazing ranch. Comfortable bed, well equipped for guests. So peaceful that you feel like you’re miles away from everything but you are actually not far from Rushmore and other places. Master suite was cozy, relaxing, well decorated for the ranch environment. Richard our host was welcoming, friendly and an absolute pleasure to sit and visit with. He made a wonderful place even better!! Highly recommended staying at this wonderful ranch. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to stay at a great location and enjoy the company of an amazing host named Richard.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A wonderful stay in the Master Suite

When we drove up we were so impressed with the beautiful cabin and surrounding area. The Master suite of the property was immaculate, and perfect for my husband and me. The little kitchenette allowed us to make breakfast every morning and store plenty of snacks in the refrigerator. I took a walk one night about a mile down the road and was in awe of the beautiful surroundings and wildlife. The bed was very comfortable, and the shower was awesome with the rain shower heads. We are definitely planning another trip back to South Dakota, and will be looking at this property again. We actually would love to try one of the other areas of the property… Coach House looks so beautiful! Thank you so much for your wonderful hospitality!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pictures Did Not Do It Justice !!!

We are both senior Harley riders and I wanted to ensure a safe place to stay during Sturgis Bike Week. I located McDonald Ranch during my search and booked during the first portion of Sturgis Bike Week. I assumed my wife would approve and booked without her approval; risky! The on-line pictures did not do it justice. She was excited upon our arrival and absolutely love it! This is a great location and is extremely accessible to every scenic location in South Dakota. We met and talked with Mr McDonald and his family. They are super people. We enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

paradise

As we drove up the narrow road, we were a little skeptical. Then we came upon a clearing in the valley and found the McDonald ranch. It was perfect. Very clean, which is important to us. King size bed, fireplace, tv, microwave, frig, sink and a huge bathroom including a walk in shower and jacuzzi tub. It was very quiet and private. Beautiful mornings on the front deck. Mr. McDonald is living in the main house, and loves to chat with his visitors. We sat with him twice, and enjoyed his stories very much. Not sure if we will ever be able to return to South Dakota, but if we do, we know exactly where we are staying. A very special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Master Suite stay

We we're going to the Buffalo Roundup in Custer State Park and planned on sitting on the north side. It worked out very well. The location of the ranch was excellent. The place was very well kept up with the exception of the fireplace which was one of the reasons it was a location of choice. The fireplace was listed as part of the perks but it did not work and the owner said it had not worked in several years. We were quite disappointed and they need to change their listing. However the rest of it was lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place I would go there again!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place and so close to everything. The host is charming and we just loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful and cozy stay, within 30 minutes of everything we came to do. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place

Definitely a place we would stay again, our host Richard was a pleasure to speak with in the morning having coffee on his porch, before we would head out for the day, would highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring get away!

Absolutely wonderful trip. The location was perfect for both Mt Rushmore and Custer.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing vacation

We loved our stay at the McDonald farm . Perfect location. Peaceful would definitely recommend anyone coming to Custer /Rushmore to stay at this charming home .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025