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Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures!

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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Golf
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20452 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

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

Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures!

Make your next vacation adventure with family or friends at Ponderosa Hills. The cabin is situated on 5 acres of aspen and pine trees, along with a scenic meadow to enjoy the wildlife of the Black Hills. Ponderosa Hills cabin has over 4800 sq ft of living space, ideal for creating a home base for your group.

Ponderosa Hills is meant to be a home away from home. Make yourself comfortable from the moment you open the front door. With eight bedrooms, you will have a selection of 3 king master suites, 4 queen bedrooms, or a bedroom set up with 4 twin beds. There will never be a line for the restroom with 5-1/2 bathrooms to choose from. After a day of play, feel free to unwind in the hot tub under a covered patio, make a challenge on the pool or foosball table, or if putting your feet up in the Great Room to catch some R & R - you are sure to enjoy whatever your desire.

The kitchen is fully equipped with wet bar, refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, coffee maker and Keurig, utensils, pots and pans, crockpots, etc.; everything you need to create a home-cooked meal for your crew. If grilling is more your style, a pellet grill is located in the garage waiting to be guided outside on the concrete apron for use. The meal can be served buffet-style from the large kitchen counter, it can be served family-style around the dining table that seats 8-10 people, or on the deck to enjoy the fresh air. If you choose to go out for a meal, there are many restaurant options within a short drive through the stunning scenery of the Black Hills.

Ponderosa Hills is in a prime location for fun of all seasons. Winter time allows you to snowmobile right from the property with easy access to trails, Trailshead is 1/4 mile from the cabin. Cross-country ski trails and downhill ski slopes are within a short drive of Ponderosa Hills. When the snow melts, bring out the ATV/UTVs, motorcycles, bicycles and hiking boots - the Black Hills is a mecca for adventure! The cabin property has ample parking space for cars, pickups and tow trailers. Ponderosa Hills is located off US Hwy 85 on a private circle driveway. This vacation cabin is in a great location for biker groups, family gatherings, snowmobile enthusiasts, and all-around outdoor admirers!

Being renters before owners of Ponderosa Hills, we know this cabin offers everything you need for a wonderful Black Hills vacation get-away. We are here for your questions, not only about the cabin but the area, as well. Come visit, we would love to have you enjoy what we enjoy!

Keywords: snowmobiling, Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, vacation home, ATV, UTV, snow skiing, hiking, snowshoeing, motorcycling, forest, vacation rental, Deadwood, Terry Peak, Spearfish Canyon, hot tub, Black Hills, Lead

Property manager

Brian Melchert

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (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: 4,860 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures! Lead
Vacation Home in the Black Hills Next to Trailshead Resort

About the area

Map
Lead, SD

What's nearby

  • Black Hills National Forest - 2 min drive
  • Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway - 20 min drive
  • Deer Mountain Ski Area - 29 min drive
  • George S. Mickelson Trail - 30 min drive
  • Terry Peak Ski Area - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buckhorn Bar and Grill - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures! located?

This family-friendly Lead holiday home is located in the mountains, 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Black Hills National Forest, and within 16 mi (25 km) of Dry Lake and Spearfish Canyon Scenic Byway. Terry Peak Ski Area and Red Lake are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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Home Base for ALL your Black Hills adventures! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 77 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kasie C.

Family vacation
place for our family vacation. The proximity to the trails was a bonus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Great place
Great place. Has a great setup for a bunch of people. Has lots of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Memorial weekend
Great place to stay especially with the room and bathrooms for 6 couples! Worth the extra miles to stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie S.

Great stay
Property worked great for family gathering of 21 people. One of the best stocked vacation rental kitchens for making meals for large group. Closed door game room was great for all the night owls, so others could sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

South Dakota trip
The property was great. We had 20 people staying and everything was great. Bryan was very easy to get ahold of and checked on us often.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Ryan G.

Great stay!
A group of friends came to the Deadwood area to ride rangers. The house was great for our large group. It was convenient to get on trails right the from the house, too. I would highly recommend this stay and stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin D.

Great place for a family reunion
My family is spread across multiple states, so we were excited to find a place we could all be together and be semi close to the attractions we wanted to see. The only problem we experienced was the slow wifi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B., Minburn

Excellent experience
My experience with the rental of this property was easy as can be.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gale B.

Sturgis 2023 Rally
We had a great time at the house , plenty of parking for trailers and vehicles , the house was very spacious and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

...
Had an excellent stay at this great cabin.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mona R.

Beautiful home, clean and well furnished. Loved it!
We enjoyed Bear Country, Custer Part and Mount Rushmore. We all loved hiking trails to see more of Black Hills beauty. We always ended up back at the house for a supper meal and games. What a fantastic getaway for all our family, Mom Dad kids and grandkids.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

great space
Lots of space with 8 bedrooms and 5 1/2 baths. Lots of room to park trailers. Was a great rental.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia E.

Family vacation
Very nice place. A little ways away from town, but very nice and quiet. Wifi was touch and go but it was nice to get unplugged from the cell phones! Beds were hard for everyone. Overall a very nice and quiet place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Great location to ride ATV’s
Ample parking for 3 trailers, plenty of room in the house for 15 guests, Blackstone worked perfectly and the second fridge was a life saver! We were able to ride from the house to ATV trails every day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Anniversary get away
Worked very well for our family of 15. Enough bedrooms and bathrooms. Game room was great for the grandkids. Location is far from tourist locations and towns.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Wonderful property- multiple bookings!
This property is a wonderful place to stay if you have a large group! We’ve stayed here twice nice, during two different seasons, side by siding and snowmobiling, and the property is wonderful for both! It’s located directly next to trails for both with wonderful parking and recreation space indoors and out! The property manager has been over the top wonderful to us both times we’ve stayed! We will continue to book here for the foreseeable future!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tate W.

Sick
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracie D., Ottumwa Iowa

Family Vacation
Perfect for the 13 of us, fully stocked kitchen and bathroom’s. Pool table , card table, fooshball table, extra games. Extra frig in game room for drinks. Hot tub. We saw deer and elk on our drive to and from Deadwood.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Great place for large group
Brian made the communication very easy answered all of my questions promptly!! Very nice place especially for a large group or large family. Our group was here for the Sturgis bike rally, while it was a little further outside of lead than we expected it was very nice, clean and quiet. Our only “complaint “ if you even call it that would be the Internet service is not good at all in this area. Other than that, great place to stay !!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
ATV vacation
Garbage all over. Dumpster full garage full and house full. All kinds of food left in fridge. Towels were still wet and had to be redried. Filthy silverware drawers. Dishes not put away. Otherwise the riding and weather were good. Bedrooms were clean. Bed’s comfortable. Stay was good. Cleanliness was a little bit to be desired, but the women got together and got everything fixed up.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Snowmobile Trip
This cabin was everything we needed to enjoy snowmobiling in the Black Hills! Five couples each enjoyed private rooms and their own bathroom. The kitchen had everything we needed, including an extra waffle maker and a crock pot. There was plenty of room to eat together, play games and watch DVDs. The heated garage was great for storing gear and getting ready to ride. Some enjoyed the hot tub, others enjoyed the sitting area upstairs for puzzles and reading. Brian was helpful as we made the initial reservation and through check in. The wi-fi held up for those doing work and schoolwork during the trip and there were ALOT of DVDs to choose from to enjoy the evenings. Highly recommended for a large group!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall K., Windom

Black Hills Snowmobiling
We had a great time in the Black Hills and this property was a great place to stay for our group. The location was in the heart of the trail system. The trails were very close to the property and well maintained. The house accommodated our group very nicely with the number of bedrooms and gathering areas. The kitchen was well stocked with what we needed for making large meals. The yard was great for the smaller kids to ride mini snowmobiles making many laps in the open area. The heated garage was a great for leaving our riding gear hang to dry. We very much enjoyed the house and the experience. We will certainly look at staying here again. The check in was extremely easy. Everything in the house worked great. We just love to get away to enjoy snowmobiling and the company. We will look at this property for future trips to the Hills in either winter or summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dani K.

Wonderful getaway in the Black Hills
We checked in on June 1 and out on June 6. We had a large group of all ages that attended for a family/friend reunion. During the days we all chose what adventure we wanted to explore. Sometimes we stayed together as a group and sometimes we went our own way. We did Bear Country, Reptile Gardens, Mt. Rushmore, Wonderland Cave, Old McDonalds Farm, Spearfish Canyon and a favorite by all was Pactola Lake. Such a beautiful crystal blue lake. We rented paddle boards and had a picnic. In the evenings we took turns doing dinner for our large group. It was all so much fun and some much needed family/friend time. The cabin housed our large group and was supplied with everything we needed. The hot tub was a nice addition for the evenings of unwinding also. Brian was wonderful to work with on the booking and checking in. He also provided a lot of useful information about the sites to prepare for our trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Disappointed will not return
Location was great the communication from the property manager was impressive but then we got there and 3 inches of ice on driveway and at the entry. They used a snowplow to get rid of the bulk of the snow then that was it. My parents arrived to a note requesting that they take the load from the washer to the dryer. My mom continued to fold that load of laundry then we continued to do laundry throughout the week since there were not enough towels -hot pad holders were filthy, and she wanted to help the staff out by getting a jump start on their work for them........ When my sister arrived, she found towels out by the hot tub. My brothers had to scoop the snow from the deck so we could use it. The grill was full of ash. My brother had to do a lot of work to be able to use it while we were there. The stovetop had not been cleaned, oven was disgusting, refrigerator had not been touched in between guests. There were dead flies behind the door in upstairs bedroom and overall dusty. Then there was the Wi-Fi. It was EXTREMELY SLOW. In that big of a house, I would suggest adding boosters throughout the house. Would add more but ran out of space.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

tina P.

Cabin getaway
Perfect size for a family gathering!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024