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Franklin`s tower - Gilded Mountain

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Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Pool
Located in the heart of Black Hills, this vacation rental features a cabin with beautiful décor, large windows and wonderful amenities. Enjoy spacious rooms, a gas fireplace and private hot tub on the main level or unwind in the classy Clubhouse with log accents and outdoor swimming pool.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10212 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Franklin`s tower - Gilded Mountain

Your Perfect Black Hills Adventure Starts at Prospector’s Lookout!

Located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Deadwood, South Dakota, this 4-bedroom, 2½-bath cabin is the perfect year-round retreat for families and groups of all sizes. The covered deck wraps around two sides of the home and offers breathtaking views of the Black Hills. With a gas BBQ grill and round hot tub, it’s the ideal place to relax, entertain, or enjoy your morning coffee surrounded by nature.

Main Level Highlights
Open-Concept Living Space: The main level features a spacious, fully equipped kitchen with seating for 8 at the dining table and 4 at the kitchen island. The cozy living area includes a gas fireplace and a stunning wall of windows that looks out into the National Forest.
Outdoor Living Space: Enjoy mountain views from the large deck, accessible via the front door or the sliding glass doors in the kitchen. The deck includes a gas grill, round hot tub, and a picnic table for outdoor dining and relaxation.
Laundry Room: Conveniently located just off the entryway.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms on This Level:
■ Queen bedroom with sliding glass doors that lead to the deck, complete with a small table and chairs
■ Full bathroom with shower/tub combo

Upper Level Highlights
Open Loft Area: Features a twin trundle bed (2 twin beds)—a cozy nook for reading, relaxing, or extra sleeping space.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms on This Level:
■ King bedroom with access to a private balcony
■ ½ bathroom

Lower Level Fun & Relaxation
Family TV Room: A welcoming hangout space with a comfy couch and chair, electric fireplace, flat-screen TV, shuffleboard table, and a wet bar with pub table seating for 4.
Outdoor Access: Sliding glass doors lead out to the lower patio area, perfect for enjoying the fresh Black Hills air.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms on This Level:
■ Queen bedroom with electric fireplace and sliding glass doors to the patio
■ Queen bedroom with closet and dresser
■ Full bathroom with shower/tub combo

Centrally Located Black Hills Cabin
Prospector’s Lookout is just minutes from Lead and Deadwood and offers easy access to scenic byways, outdoor adventures, and top Black Hills attractions.

Exclusive Access to Gilded Mountain Clubhouse
As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, you'll have full access to the private Clubhouse featuring:
■ Heated outdoor pool
■ Large hot tub
■ Sauna
■ Game room
■ Pool table, foosball table, poker table, and arcade game
■ Loft-style lounge with big-screen TV—perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring

Nearby Attractions:
■ Terry Peak Ski Area – 8 minutes
■ Mickelson Trailhead, fishing, and golf – 5–15 minutes
■ Spearfish Canyon – 10 minutes
■ Lead – 7 minutes | Deadwood – 11 minutes | Sturgis – 30 minutes
■ Mount Rushmore & Custer State Park – 1 hour

Convenient Parking
The driveway accommodates 2–3 vehicles.
(4-wheel drive is required in winter conditions.)

Additional Featured Amenities:
■ Central A/C
■ Wi-Fi
■ Smart TV with Firestick
■ Gas Fireplace
■ BBQ Grill
■ Free Parking

Please Note:
**No pets allowed
**4-wheel drive required during winter driving conditions

Why Choose Us?
✔ Top-Notch Customer Service
✔ Clean, Comfortable & Cozy Accommodations
✔ Great Location in the Black Hills
✔ Memorable Experiences for All Ages
✔ A Luxurious Home Away From Home

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,282 square feet

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 10:00 AM

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

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

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About the area

Located in Lead, this cabin is in a rural area. Terry Peak Ski Area and Deer Mountain Ski Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Stone Ridge Commons and Heritage Plaza. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling.
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Lead, SD

What's nearby

  • Homestake Gold Mine - 5 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Deer Mountain Ski Area - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • George S. Mickelson Trail - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Deadwood Mountain Grand - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Terry Peak Ski Area - 15 min drive - 9.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Silverado Franklin Historic Hotel & Gaming Complex - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Boars Nest - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Jacobs Brew House and Grocer - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dakota Shivers Brewery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cheyenne Crossing - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Franklin`s tower - Gilded Mountain pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Franklin`s tower - Gilded Mountain?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Franklin`s tower - Gilded Mountain?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Franklin`s tower - Gilded Mountain located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Living Map Theater, Deer Mountain Ski Area and Historic Homestake Opera House. Black Hills Mining Museum and Homestake Gold Mine are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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