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Cozy Apartment Minutes from Downtown

Vacation home in Rapid City with kitchenette and patio

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Perched high above Mt Rushmore Road, this cozy studio offers a peaceful retreat with free WiFi and an AppleTV. With its central location, you're just a 5-minute walk from downtown, where you can enjoy dinner or explore the city's attractions. Relax in the backyard on the hammock or unwind on the patio.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is ļæ„9,803
ļæ„18,240 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7

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About this property

Entire place

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

Cozy Apartment Minutes from Downtown

This is Josh and Christie's basement apartment. There is a separate entrance that you have entirely to yourself. We are just a 5-min. walk from downtown so you can easily walk to dinner, tour downtown, and check out everything the city has to offer. Sitting high above Mt Rushmore Road, light from 3 windows makes you feel above ground. Our back patio is nice for relaxing and our location can't be beaten.
Are we booked? Check out our upstairs space "Modern Meets Classic minutes from Downtown."

The space
Our little home is small but cozy and cute. Our studio is perfect for your stay. With free wifi, AppleTV, and a central location, itā€™s a great place to call home while youā€™re in the Black Hills. Get out and explore, relax and watch some TV, or enjoy grilling and laying on the hammock in the backyard.

See a virtual tour: https://tinyurl.com/vrbovirtualtour

Guest access
Access to the house is the alley in the rear. Parking is limited but you have your own space. Head out to the front of the house to follow the sidewalk and walk downtown.

Other things to note
Parking is free and available but limited to 1 space (possible 2 on special request).

We use an August Lock for check-in. Once a booking is confirmed, it will auto-generate an email to you with check-in instructions so please look for that right away as some people miss it.

We welcome your pets, but we do charge an extra cleaning fee of $25 to allow for a more thorough cleaning after your furry friend visits.

The steps down to the apartment are very steep. If you have trouble getting up or down steps, it could make access more difficult.

The room is pretty spacious, but the ceilings are low. If you are taller than 6ā€™1ā€, the height of the support beam in the room could be inconvenient.

We rent out the main level as a separate unit as well, but you have your own private space. Only Laundry and the backyard are shared.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
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

Cozy Minutes From Rapid City
Cozy Apartment Minutes From Downtown Rapid City
Cozy Apartment Minutes From Downtown Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
SD, Rapid City

What's nearby

  • Main Street Square - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dinosaur Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Monument Civic Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • South Dakota School of Mines and Technology - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Monument Health - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ā€ŖFirehouse Brewing Company - ā€¬12 min walk
  • ā€ŖMurphy's Pub & Grill - ā€¬10 min walk
  • ā€ŖTally's Silver Spoon - ā€¬11 min walk
  • ā€ŖIndependent Ale House - ā€¬9 min walk
  • ā€ŖHardee's - ā€¬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Apartment Minutes from Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Apartment Minutes from Downtown?

As of Oct 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Apartment Minutes from Downtown on Oct 6, 2025 start from ļæ„9,803, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Cozy Apartment Minutes from Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Apartment Minutes from Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Apartment Minutes from Downtown located?

Located in the heart of Rapid City, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Museum of the American Bison and Art Alley. Main Street Square and Dinosaur Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Cozy Apartment Minutes from Downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carl B.

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

Pleasant stay

Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and a good visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger R.

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

Custer Park Vacation

It was a great experience and walking distance to a lot of things to do downtown. The only item that was a little tricky was the stairs down to the apartment, but overall, it was a wonderful experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Location very close to downtown and on main route to points of interest.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chad G.

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

Would stay again

Host was awesome. Great place to stay. Easy walking distance to down town. Great get away for two people.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful!

We loved our short stay here! Quick walk to downtown and very cozy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lana M.

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

Perfect Spot

This was the perfect spot to stay for our holiday. The 'Cozy Apartment' was exactly as described and was everything we needed for our stay in Rapid City. The location next to downtown and our hosts' food/drink recommendations were spot on. Check in/out was super easy and communication with our hosts Josh and Christie was excellent. I highly recommend staying with them if you plan on visiting Rapid City.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Quaint

Nice little accommodations, parking was not door adjacent, but not horrible.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kryss R.

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

Great little space for a weekend getaway!

Super cute little apartment! Easy walking distance to and from downtown, which is what we were looking for so that we could go out for New Years Eve and wouldn't have to drive. Great communication from the hosts. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandy S.

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

Rapid City

Overall the property met all our needs. Very nice apartment. The owners we very attentive.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sierra M.

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

Cute & just as described

The basement apartment was a cute and cozy stay for my husband and I! Great location. Prompt, kind, and clear communication with the owners. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice D.

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

Rapid City

A very sweet little apartment blocks from downtown. It was clean and very comfortable. The stairs are a little tricky, but manageable. šŸ˜Š
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darcey O.

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

It's the little things...

You guys!!!! These hosts are the B-E-S-T! They're communication is beyond! They've put so much thought, and joy, and love into making their rentals warm, inviting, and comfortable. So many little comforts scattered throughout the space to make your stay feel like the home of a best friend. These hosts will be my first search for all my visits to western SD.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Cozy is correct!!

It was just the right size for 2 adults for two nights in Rapid City. The full fridge was nice as was the grill! Outdoor space was super inviting and relaxing. We requested a couple of things and received them the next day. Just be aware the steps are steep but nothing that would keep us away from this spot. Great communication! Recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B.

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

Almost as expected.

This please was very nice to stay at and the communication was very clear and easy to use. It look exactly like the photos but the only thing left out was the entrance in the photos. I was taken back when I realized that the stairs to get downstairs (basement) was super narrow and steep. Other than this flaw it was terrific to stay. Ceiling was a little short but Iā€™m pretty tall.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

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

Cozy Comfy

Apartment was centrally located to absolutely everything! Downtown Rapid City is two blocks away and is an adorable town. The city parks are magnificent for family fun and unwinding.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Steven B.

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

Cute and cozy

My husband and I had a wonderful time visiting South Dakota and this little room was a very cozy experience for the both of us. We are very thankful that Josh and Christie were of making it cozy and easy for us to get in. The only thing negative I would say is that there is this smell of cigarettes that seeps in. On the first day of arrival, it was there but later in the day my nose couldnā€™t take it. We didnā€™t want to continue to bother the property manager about the problem, so we covered the smell by cooking breakfast every morning. (Thank you bacon!) Otherwise, the description is very thorough and accurate, the place was cute and small, and I recommend staying here!! :)
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

4/10 Poor

Janelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Cozy means 'tiny'

Basement apartment clean but very tiny. Booking said fenced yard but back fence was open. If not stopped by an over-turned trash can, my dog could have made it to busy city street.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie R.

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

Nice and bright basement room.

This was a great place for a couple to stay for a quick weekend trip. Steps onto the property and to get into the room are steep, but we did not have any issues with that. Located on a main road that was sort of noisy, but inside we could not hear any traffic noise. Nice location near downtown. Good communication with owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave M., Havre de Grace, USA

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

Great little place

Cozy little place just a few blocks from downtown Rapid City. Josh was very helpful and had quick replies to any questions we had. He also let us run a load of laundry while we were there. He and Christie had several recommendations on places to eat or get coffee that we tried out. The only thing I'd warn anyone staying here about is that they're not kidding about the stairs into the apartment being steep! Overall we had a great time and would stay here again if we ever come back to Rapid City.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve R., Buda, United States

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

Wonderful place. Easy to get to everything!

The details made the difference. Little touches that personalized the stay made the experience fabulous. I highly recommend this place and hope to return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kari K.

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

Perfect little nook

Great spot. Would be a little challenging for older folks with the stairs to the parking but we were fine. They've really maximized space, loved the ac unit and white noise options. Would recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor G.

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

Cozy Basement Apartment

Joshā€™s place met all of our needs for our short stay in SD. You cannot beat the location. We checked out Badlands Nat Park and Black Hills - felt it was a good midway point. The space was big enough to fit my wife and I along with our 100 pound retriever with his crate. Didnā€™t have any issue with luggage and the narrow stairway but I am 6ā€2ā€ and found myself ducking around the apartment. Anyone 6 foot and below will have no issues. Thanks Josh, loved the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Felt like home
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022