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Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge.

A Black Hills retreat where guests relax on a log-covered patio, cool off in a private pool, and enjoy evening soaks in the rooftop hot tub with scenic views

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Mickelson Trail Lodge invites travelers to a peaceful Black Hills getaway. Enjoy a log-covered patio, private pool, and rooftop hot tub with scenic views. Gather around the firepit under starry skies with free WiFi and 24-hour camera security.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

About the area

Map
Hill City, SD

What's nearby

  • Wade's Gold Mill - 5 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Museum @ Black Hills Institute - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Things That Rock - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Granite Sports - 6 min drive - 8.1 km
  • 1880 Train - 6 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alpine Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bumpin Buffalo Bar and Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪1885 Steakhouse and saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪High Country Guest Ranch - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Lost Cabin Brewery and Beer Garden - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge.

Lodge in a rural location
Take advantage of a firepit, a garden and a hot tub at Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. . Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Outdoor furniture and barbecues
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. offer thoughtful touches, such as private pools and fireplaces, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • 6.5 bathrooms with Jetted bath and showers
  • TVs with DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outside only!

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Private pool
  • TV

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Rules

Family atmosphere: We maintain and enforce a 10 P.M. quiet time. We will not tolerate loud parties and music at any time of the day or night.
Hot Tub water is changed between stays. We ask please do not change the temperature on hot tub and/or adjust, remove the chemical floater. Thanks!

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: Check with Property Manager on pet policy..

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Notify us before booking

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside only!

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
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Notify us before booking
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Hill City's Finest Lodge Mickelson Trail Hill City
Hill City's Finest Lodge Mickelson Trail
Hill City's Finest Mickelson Trail Hill City
Hill City's Finest Mickelson Trail
Hill City's Finest Mickelson
Hill City's Finest! Lodge by the Mickelson Trail Lodge
Hill City's Finest! Lodge by the Mickelson Trail Hill City
Hill City's Finest! Lodge by the Mickelson Trail Lodge Hill City

Frequently asked questions

Does Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. pet-friendly?

Yes, Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. located?

Situated in a rural location, this lodge is within 6 miles (10 km) of Wade's Gold Mill, Things That Rock and Sonja's. Museum @ Black Hills Institute and Twisted Pine Winery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Little piece of paradise, Mickelson Trail Lodge. Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time in a wonderful place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place and we even witnessed a wedding next door!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

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

Great place!

We truly enjoyed our stay. We had plenty of room and truly enjoyed the poo, hot tub and outdoor fireplace. It was convenient located close to hill city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here with my entire family for a little hills getaway. We loved the location. Tucked away outside of hill city, in a small development. There were horses running around in the area that the kids could feed and interact with. The bike trail is right on the property also. Huge grassy yard. Hot tub was nice. Pool was also nice. The house is huge. Lots of space for everyone and plenty of sleeping space
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!! Had everything we needed. Great location and Matt was great to work with! We had a large group of 18 people. Woke up to horses each morning. Just missing a large indoor common area for everyone but the outdoor space was great with the fire!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin! We will be back! Loved the pool, location, layout of the cabin! It was all great!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Great Spot for a Large Group

The property had more than enough room for our group of 8. The host was very friendly and helpful. Good location to access anything you want to see in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

cindy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great! A lot of rooms and beds for are 8 adults and 8 kids. Hot tub and pool were a hit! Hot tub not too hot. We had a super time there and would like to rent it again sometime. Beautiful quiet area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Awesome!

What a great place! Don’t hesitate! Super roomy - cleaning staff SO helpful & friendly - great location for all the things. We would 100% stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracie M.

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

Black hills Atv riding

Great property excellent location. Listing is accurate. Will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the wood floors since I have allergies.Kitchen was small, but well equipped,so was the eating area. Needs a new can opener. Mattress in room #3 needs replacement. Our cycling group loved the outdoor patio areas, hot tub, and used all indoor spaces and bathrooms. Rode 50 miles of the Michaelson trail. Also loved strolling down the road to visit the mini horses, and burros.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tessa S.

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

Awesome House!

Check-in was easy. House was amazing and had everything we could have asked for (especially for the kids... they enjoyed the pool, hot tub, and games available). Matthew was great to work with and answered any questions we had in a timely manor! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Great place to stay with family and friends!

Good location for having fun in the Hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Roberta L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great views

The property was very clean. The beds are awesome. The downfall is there’s no group seating overall we had a great time. The best part with the horses that ran by every morning.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

50th wedding anniversary

We celebrated our 50th anniversary with our family at this property. There were 17 of us and had plenty of room inside and a place to play games outside! Enjoyed the pool, hot tub and petting the horses close to the back yard! It was a quiet and spacious area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

leslie d.

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

great place to stay

we had a great time enjoyed very much love the location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vance W.

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

ATV Hill City Area

This was our groups second time visiting this rental and it has never disappointed. Great communication with renter, cabin was clean, plenty of parking for all our trucks & trailers, close proximity to many years worth of trails to ride. Thank you for renting this home for everyone to enjoy.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi J.

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

Family Vacation

We enjoyed every minute of our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

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

Awesome property would definitely book again

Awesome accommodation, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall we were well pleased. suggestions for improvement:1. Control the flies;2. Bedroom with slanted ceiling was difficult to avoid bumping head;3. Kitchen was small and lacked mixer and can opener;4. Keep 2 tables in large room downstairs for larger parties to dine;5. AC units were noisy and lit up room at night6. Better info re General Store - unaware of its presence until last dayAgain, overall experience was positive and exceeded our expectations. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina S.

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

Family stay

Great place for the family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad A.

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

Great Cabin and Location for a Family Getaway

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will be back if it works out for us in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John D.

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

Mickelson Trail Lodge

Outstanding property and the best vacation rental manager I've ever dealt with. Always available for any issue we had. Would highly recommend for others wishing to stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reyne K.

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

It was excellent

was clean, and very accessible
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

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

Great place!

Coming back next September!👍
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024