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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Pool

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Keystone, SD

Gutzon Borglum Historical Center
4 min drive
Big Thunder Gold Mine
4 min drive
National Presidential Wax Museum
5 min drive
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)
38 min drive

Room options

Similar properties

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Mountain view

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

11 Jan - 12 Jan

About this property

Entire place

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

We are Backroads Inn and Cabins. Our property lies in Echo Valley. 8 acres surrounded by National Forest. We are the essence of the Black Hills, yet minutes away from everything people come to see, like Mt Rushmore (2.4 miles) and Custer State Park (15 minutes).

Search for our reviews if you want to know what others think of us.

If you want the enjoyment of staying at Echo Valley at a low price tag, the Golden Nugget is your cabin. We just turned something that was really good into spectacular. Newly restyled into a clean and simple yet beautiful space. This studio has a king-sized bed slightly elevated above a small living room and kitchenette (full-size fridge, hot plate, sink, toaster, microwave, coffee pot). There is also a twin-size tri-fold sleeping mattress. There is a deck off the front as well as a private gas grill and fire pit. Perfect for a small family or couple's retreat.

During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Mount Rushmore. The cabin includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, patio and living room
Free WiFi
13 minutes by car from Mount Rushmore and 6 minutes from Mount Rushmore National Memorial

An affordable but beautiful cabin offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Keystone cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Backroads Inn and Cabins

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Heated pool

Internet

Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Kitchen

Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Kitchenette
Microwave
Toaster

Bedrooms

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room

Entertainment

Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Firepit
Gas grill
Patio

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Things to do

Heated pool

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

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

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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 not indicated whether 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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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An affordable but beautiful cabin Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Randy K.

22 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Cabin was clean and very peaceful. We loved the orange kitty visitor and all the wildlife. Would definitely book again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

16 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

Very peaceful place, easy going and enjoyed a place to unwind after sightseeing

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

IVAN M.

13 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place

Super clean cabin, and has everything you need to make your stay more comfortable. We love it!!! Thanks a lot guys.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison A.

12 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin in the Woods

The location was great to exploring the Black Hills. It was a little cabin tucked up in some trees just off the main highway. You could not hear any traffic..it was very peaceful.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

5 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience!

The cabin was the perfect size for our overnight stay. Comfy and cozy! Would highly recommend!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

28 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cabin

Our 3 night stay in the Gold Nugget cabin was perfect. Loved that it was so close to Mr Rushmore but away from main street Keystone. Much more enjoyable stay than a hotel. My husband keep telling me what a great find it was. Love the set up with the bed in the loft. Great place to relax and watch some tv after a day of hiking and sightseeing. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily L., Duluth, MN

21 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely little cabin!

This was the perfect little cabin for the two of us to stay while we went on a South Dakota road trip. So close to the town of Keystone and Mount Rushmore. Also a nice place to stay if visiting Custer State Park and Wind Cave National Park. Very clean and cozy. We loved staying here!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zach W.

5 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place!

Great location, clean, and lots of amenities.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lexi J.

29 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

First stop for Honeymoon!

Backroads Inn and Cabins was a wonderful place for my husband and I to stay while on our honeymoon. It was clean, quiet and cute! Perfect distance from downtown Keystone, SD!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming…Cozy…Clean (very clean😊)

The Golden Nugget cabin was ADORABLE! Loved all the “FARMHOUSE “ charm. The cabin was clean and truly a delight. So very close to everything…we had been to Mount Rushmore in the afternoon but because it was only 10 min. away we drove back up for evening lighting,! Definitely would book again!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcey W.

19 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend trip

My husband and I had a great time in Keystone and this cabin was the perfect place for us to stay. It was clean, had everything we needed, and was close to town but still felt remote and quiet. We would definitely stay here again

Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K., Storrs, CT

16 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent spot in the woods but close to what you need!

The Gold Nugget is a great, cozy spot. Loved it! We only had one night but would go back if in the area! The cabin has everything you need. The bed is tucked up and super comfortable! The cabin I suspect was a fifth wheel camper in its prior life, but the interior is lined with wood, wood flooring, excellent kitchenette area! Nice sized porch! We enjoyed sitting outside, watching the deer go by! This was perfect for the two of us! It’s outside Keystone’s Main Street area but only by a mile or so! Kitchen utensils, coffee, full sized fridge, TV, WiFi, everything we needed! Easy check in. Only downside was with check in no earlier than 4 pm and check out required by 10 am, it felt a bit rushed. Would have expected an 11 am or noon check out option. Super glad we found this place! Definitely would recommend it.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy F.

20 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick stop

The Golden Nugget was a perfect place for us get some rest, I just wish we had more time to explore. We will definitely have to stay again!

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

29 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Nugget

My mom and I stayed for a few days and it was perfect! We appreciated how clean everything was, it was also very cozy to come back to after long days out exploring! Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

8 Sept 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Keystone Gem

Great cabin for solitude and enjoying nature.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sam G.

27 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, peaceful, romantic

Wonderful location, and perfect little slice of heaven.

10/10 Excellent

ashley c.

19 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location

Nice quiet place to stay after out exploring the area

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

mark s., Florida

14 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location and tiny house cabin.

We truly enjoyed our 4 days in the area and inside the tiny home. The customer service was excellent and the area was beautiful. We hiked the two trails right from the property and they were a blast. Everything was provided and we had no issues with anything at all. Would 100% recommend this owner and the property to all of our friends and family.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

12 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable cabin

This was the cutest cabin! My kids loved the bed “upstairs”. Great sitting area outside and a cute creek beside the cabin made a great place for my kids to play in the morning. We even met the owners who were so kind. I highly recommend.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner

25 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Wild life each night. Very relaxing.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K., St. Paul

22 Aug 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, beautiful cabin

We really enjoyed our stay at this cabin. It had everything we needed. Very clean and comfortable. My boys loved the pool.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carrie Z.

21 Jul 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

We were only there for one short night, but I could not have asked for anything more perfect! It was decorated so cute, and so cozy! We will be back!

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Brenda D.

18 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Good place

This was just right for our one night stay. Close to the activities. And the deer and turkey made our grandson very happy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

1 Jun 2019

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

This is a beautiful property just outside of Keystone SD and just a few miles from Mount Rushmore. We enjoyed a fire after a long day of 4 wheeling area trails. Our hosts provided smore fixins which was a perfect cap to a fun day in the area. We high recommend Backroads.

Stayed 1 night in May 2019