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Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD

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Perched in the heart of the Black Hills, this historic National Forest Ranger Station offers a warm welcome. The covered porch overlooks Nemo Mountain and valley, while inside you'll find a fully equipped kitchen and cozy accommodations with all linens provided.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 637 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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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.

Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD

Completely remodeled historic National Forest Ranger Station in Nemo, SD. We are in the heart of the Black Hills and close to all attractions. Covered Porch off front of cabin overlooks Nemo Mountain and valley. The cabin has one bedroom with a queen bed, two twin beds in the loft and a queen size fold out couch and one bathroom with combo tub and shower. Hike, Bike or Ride your Motorcyle and/or ATV/UTV from the front door. The National forest is your backyard. The cabin is situated on 7 acres within a short walk to the Nemo Guest Ranch. Fully equipped kitchen with appliances. All linens are provided.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request

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
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • 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
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Speed limit on property is 10mph and all motorized vehicles on gravel only.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Property Registration Number 26141

We should mention

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

About the area

Located in Nemo, this cabin is in a rural area. Black Hills Caverns and Berlin Wall Exhibit are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Wonderland Cave. Watiki Water Park and Storybook Island are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, rock climbing and cycling nearby. Visit our Nemo travel guide
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Nemo, SD

What's nearby

  • Formations of Calcite in Jewel Cave, Jewel Cave National Monument, South Dakota
    Black Hills Caverns
    27 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Wonderland Cave
    11 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Thunderhead Falls
    22 min drive - 27.9 km
  • Deadwood Mountain Grand
    32 min drive - 44.8 km
  • Cadillac Jacks Casino
    33 min drive - 46.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Sugar Shack
    21 min drive
  • Brandin Iron
    6 min walk
  • BIG Mamas BEER Garden
    14 min walk
  • Big Mamas
    14 min walk
  • Custer Camp 1874 - Home of The Pasta Corral
    10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 5.9 mi (9.6 km) from Wonderland Cave and within 12 miles (20 km) of Black Hills National Forest and Petrified Forest of the Black Hills. Thunderhead Falls and Pactola Point Swim Beach are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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Historic Ranger Station in the heart of Nemo, SD Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 158 reviews

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Verified

10/10 Excellent

tina b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful loved walking it every morning with my pup, they had everything you could possibly ask for, it made a very enjoyable and relaxing weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hailey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and exceptionally well-stocked:) Quiet, peaceful, and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan M.

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

Awesome place to stay!

Very nice place to stay. Clean cabin and awesome views!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

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

Charming cabin

The cabin was everything we hoped for. It was very nicely designed, clean, extremely well stocked, and private but not uncomfortably isolated. The owner was very responsive and eager to ensure a good stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this cabin! Was exactly as described, and the owner was very helpful and communicative. My favorite part about this cabin is the spacious porch where we spent evenings enjoying the scenery of beautiful Nemo! Also, we very much appreciated how stocked the cabin is - it has everything you need!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raquel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, the view is amazing and so peaceful. The kitchen and amenities were more than we needed. Wendy was very communicative and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sadie H.

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

Peaceful and Clean

Beautiful well-stocked cabin close to all sights and attractions. Easy to find and very clean. Enjoyed our stay immensely!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

martha b.

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

Relaxing, Charming, Blissful silence

Great place, quiet, peaceful, nature abounds all around you. Definitely will suggest this location to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerrie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little place is the best! Everything is so nice, it felt like we were the first ones to stay there. It’s so clean, so cozy, the decor is adorable, everything is good quality. The towels are fluffy, nice silverware, nice pans & dishes. Nice appliances & faucets. The front porch is a great addition. Phone chargers & fans in every sleeping space. Thank you for all the details that made our stay comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark G.

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

Great Porch!

The kids loved the loft but my favorite part was sitting on the front porch and enjoying the valley view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denver K.

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

Ranger house

We had a fabulous stay at the property. We were there to watch and help our son run the Black Hills 100 ultramarathon. It was in the perfect spot! Everything was just as listed, and very comfortable! Thanks again for a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis B.

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

Short Stay

This cute little cabin was perfect for our family of four for our short stay in the Black Hills. We loved exploring the area and playing games in the yard. The cabin was very well-supplied and the kids loved sleeping in the loft.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Miranda G.

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

Perfect Cabin Getaway

I absolutely LOVE this cabin. Perfect size, clean, comfortable. The front porch is so nice to sit out on. So peaceful! I'll definitely book this cabin again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Great place!

Out of the way, a beautiful country location. Wish our stay could have been longer, to take advantage of the horse riding nearby. Everything worked properly and the host was super helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mia J.

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

Perfect family getaway

This cabin felt like home the minute we walked in the door. The boys loved sleeping up in the loft and having camp fires under the stars at night. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a quiet place to relax and enjoy the wildlife and scenery of the black hills.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelli N.

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

Perfect!

Stay here for a great spot to catch all the touristy spots in the Black Hills! The cabin was perfect for our family of 4. We saw at least 10 deer close to the cabin on the morning we left.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave M.

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

Summer 2024

Great little cabin behind the Nemo Quest Ranch. Very quiet and secluded, but close enough. Owner’s were very accommodating and engaged. Would stay here again
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andi W.

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Family time

Wendy is great to work with! Prompt, courteous and thoughtful. Wonderful cabin and area. Loved the front porch and used it everyday of our stay. The trails around Nemo are awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gerald M.

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Perfect for us!

We are a retired couple that loves the Black Hills area and enjoy riding the trails. The cabin was well stocked, Wi-Fi, a nice fire pit, peaceful surroundings, deer in the morning and evening, just to mention a few things. We will definitely return to this wonderful cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Callie C.

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

Quiet and Secluded

We had 3 awesome nights to hang out at the cabin. We packed so much into our days that it was so nice and comfortable to come back to and kick our feet up at night. The views were outstanding. We had visits from the local doe and her fawn, a coyote pup one night, and breakfast with the birds outback. Super neat to see what the ranger station used to look like before they upgraded it. We would love to come back someday!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori T.

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

Mini vacay-trail riding

Cute and well furnished house. Perfect for the 3 of us. Very quiet and peaceful. My husband and son loved to be able just to jump on the side by side and hit the trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

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

Home away from Home

Cabin was great and peaceful! Our family of 6 loved our stay. Kitchen was well stocked with kitchen items. Toiletries available if needed. Kids loved the loft. We were visited by a few deer each morning. Having washer/dryer on site was very convenient. Would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing property! We stayed for three nights for an ATVing trip in the hills. The property is SUPER close to the centenial trailhead and just blocks away from the ATV rental area. It made for a perfect location for our trip. The cabin was perfect. The kichen was stocked with everything you might need. The porch was an amazing place to relax in the evenings. We used the fire pit and enjoyed smores and stargazing. The beds were comfortable and the bathroom even had extra toiletry items in case you forgot anything. The location was beautiful, and we thouroughly enjoyed our time here. We are already talking about coming back next year. If you are wondering if you should book this place, the answer is YES.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni L.

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

Comfy cozy stay

Great little cabin by the woods. Our two children LOVED the loft. The location is a great mid point between all the obvious stops one would make while visiting the hills. The cabin has everything you would want. Stop by a grocery store in Rapid prior to coming here if you plan on making your own meals which we did since they have every amenity to make your own food! There is a great little trail/creek not far from the cabin which we loved and seeing the sun come up over the mountains every morning was a plus as well. Will be staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody T.

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

Long weekend trail riding

The cabin was very nice and the view of the Nemo is breathtaking. The owners took a lot of thought on how to make the stay here at their cabin wonderful. So many amenities that were just a special touch. And the information of all the important phone numbers and instructions for all appliances, TV, mini split and the restaurants in the area with the picture of the menus. Very well done. Loved our stay and hoping to come back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024