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Ore Car Lodge with Outdoor Fireplace
Summary:
This Black Hills Vacation Rental is located at Gilded Mountain with outdoor fireplace and shared swimming pool!
The Space:
Your Perfect Black Hills Adventure Starts at Ore Car Lodge!
Located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Deadwood, South Dakota, this spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath cabin is the ideal retreat for families and groups of all sizes. The large wraparound covered deck spans three sides of the home, offering stunning views of the Black Hills. With a gas BBQ grill and a cozy outdoor wood-burning fireplace, it’s the perfect place to relax, entertain, watch for wildlife, or enjoy your morning coffee. Just outside the lower-level patio doors, you’ll find a hot tub—perfect for a long soak after a day of skiing, hiking, or exploring.
Main Level Highlights
Open Concept Living Space: The main floor features a fully equipped kitchen with a gas stove—ideal for preparing family meals. The living room includes plenty of comfortable seating, a wood-burning fireplace, flat-screen TV, and large picture windows to take in the breathtaking scenery. Relax in the indoor hammock and dive into a good book. For meals, enjoy a dining table with seating for 8 and 5 stools at the breakfast bar.
Outdoor Living Space: Step out onto the expansive deck from multiple access points. It features a gas grill, outdoor wood-burning fireplace, and ample seating—perfect for enjoying mountain views in every season.
Laundry Room: Just off the main entrance, equipped with a full-size washer and dryer.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms on This Level:
■ King bedroom with flat-screen TV, dresser, closet, and walk-in closet
■ 1/2 bathroom in the hallway
■ Full ensuite bathroom in the king bedroom with double sinks and walk-in shower
Upper Level Highlights
Open Loft: A cozy space featuring a chair and chaise lounge—ideal for reading or taking in the views from above.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms on This Level:
■ Queen bedroom with closet
■ Queen bedroom with closet
■ Full bathroom with walk-in shower
Lower Level Fun & Relaxation
Family TV Room: This inviting entertainment space includes a couch and loveseat, electric fireplace, flat-screen TV, board games, ping-pong table, dart board, pub table for 2, and a wet bar with mini-fridge. It’s the ultimate setting for game night or movie marathons.
Outdoor Living Space: Sliding glass doors open to the lower-level patio with a round hot tub—perfect for unwinding under the stars.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms on This Level:
■ Bedroom with queen bed, a set of full-size bunk beds, closet, and small TV
■ Queen bedroom with closet
■ Full bathroom with double sinks and a shower/tub combo
**This cabin is pet friendly. There is a fee of $50 per dog, with a limit of 2 dogs. We do ask that you keep them off of the furniture and beds and pick up after them.
***GARAGE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR USE***
Guest Access:
Guests also have access to the whole house as well as the community Clubhouse.
***GARAGE IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR USE***
The Neighborhood:
This cabin is located in the desirable Gilded Mountain Community near Lead, South Dakota. As a guest in the Gilded Mountain Community, will have exclusive access to the Community Clubhouse, a premier facility featuring a heated pool, relaxing hot tub, rejuvenating sauna, private game room, and an inviting loft area, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration. Additional amenities in the clubhouse include a pool table, foosball table, poker table, arcade game a large screen TV.
Nearby Attractions:
- - Terry Peak Ski Area: Minutes away.
- - Mickelson Trailhead, fishing, golfing, and scenic Spearfish Canyon: 30 minutes away.
- - Lead: 7 minutes. Deadwood: 11 minutes. Sturgis: 30 minutes.
- - Mount Rushmore: Just an hour's drive.
Getting Around:
There are taxis you can take to get around. If you drive, there is a large driveway that can accommodate 4-5 vehicles.
*4-wheel drive required for winter driving conditions*
Other Things to Note:
This cabin has paved roads and plenty of parking. 4-wheel drive is required in the winter. It is easy access to snowmobile and ATV trails. The Terry Peak Ski Area is a 5-minute drive and Deadwood is 10 minutes.
Please Note:
**This cabin is pet friendly. There is a fee of $50 per dog, with a limit of 2 dogs. We do ask that you keep them off of the furniture and beds and pick up after them.
Interaction with Guests:
Deadwood Connections is a locally owned and managed vacation rental management company that puts the guest first. Our team is available to assist you at any point during your stay—from arrival to departure. You can reach out if you need local recommendations or have any issues during your visit to the Black Hills. We aim to make your stay with us comfortable and peaceful so you can spend your vacation making memories! While we won't meet you upon arrival, we're just a phone call away should you need anything!
