Western Blue Skies

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Property grounds
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Hot Springs, SD
  • Popular LocationEvans Plunge Mineral Springs9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMoccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMammoth Site of Hot Springs11 min drive
  • AirportRapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)71 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Hot Springs

Heart of Hot Springs.You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Wind Cave National Park and 6 miles (10 km) of Evans Plunge Mineral Springs with a stay here. VA Black Hills Health Care System and Battle Mountain Sanitarium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Evans Plunge Mineral Springs - 9 min drive
  • Moccasin Springs Natural Mineral Spa - 9 min drive
  • Cascade Falls and Swimming Hole - 11 min drive
  • Mammoth Site of Hot Springs - 11 min drive
  • Wind Cave National Park Visitor Center - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco John's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Big Time Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Winners Circle Lanes & Games - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Southern Hills Mercantile & Taproom - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wandering Bison Coffee - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Western Blue Skies

From the patios (3) and covered deck enjoy the amazing South Dakota sun setting in the pines, the long shadows on the meadow as the sun sets and awesome sunrises! Enjoy the quiet and peacefulness away from traffic noise and noise from neighboring guests. You and your guests will enjoy just as all other guests have.

New three bedroom, on several scenic acres for private hikes, climbs and exploring.

Large windows to enjoy views from living room, kitchen and bedrooms. Patio/deck areas to enjoy the quiet, scenery, wildlife, the wide-open sky with an abundance of stars. No artificial lights to interfere with your night views.

Off Highway 385, aka Wind Cave Road, 4 miles North of historic beautiful Hot Springs in a beautiful quiet country setting/valley on over 200 acres providing privacy, quiet and private hiking. Borders Black Hills National Forest Land including Lady C Ranch which is also Black Hills National Forest, this borders Wind Cave National Park.

Close and easy access to Custer State Park -- scenic Needles Highway, Sylvan Lake and several other beautiful lakes, Mount Rushmore, Evans Plunge, Mammoth Site, Angostura Lake, Badlands National Park, Buffalo Gap National Grasslands. Ideal location for quiet getaways. Enjoy the outdoors and wildlife in the Black Hills environment at its best.

King bed in one bedroom, another bedroom has a queen bed. These two bedrooms are roomy enough for pac and play, or to make bed on floor for toddlers.

The other has a queen bed and bunkbeds with full mattresses. Bunkbed has sturdy steps, not a ladder. There’s also an extra rail that sits on original rail of bed that can be used for young children.

All three bedrooms have ceiling fans, room darkening curtains and split unit air conditioning unit (no noisy fans). Each bedroom has its own control for heat and cooling. The bedrooms are on the second floor and there is a door from second floor hallway to patio area to enjoy views. The bedrooms are assessable from outside to load/unload luggage or to help with handicapped guests get to bedrooms.

Bathroom has full walk-in shower.

Air conditioning, fiber internet wifi with additional booster units, satellite TV, Weber bbq grill. Cove heating in bedrooms and in-floor heating on first floor.

The property borders Black Hills National Forest, therefore building a FIRE is NOT ALLOWED. Out of respect to future renters PETS and SMOKING are NOT ALLOWED.

Storm Shelter on site.

For the allergy and smell sensitive -- We are original owners of this home (finished in 2021) and there has never been pets, smoking, or use of scented candles in this home. Nor has there been water damage, therefore no musty, moldy smells. Bedding and Towels are washed with Tide Free.

Washer and dryer. Laundry room includes a large table for folding, drying racks, hanging clothes bar and clothes hangers.

You can contact me to make payment directly, to avoid paying additional VRBO fees. Recent guests have paid me directly, therefore those guests did not have an opportunity to give us a review on VRBO site. I guarantee all our guests enjoyed their stay and were amazed at the beauty and quiet.

Sharon 605-430-6018



Property manager

Sharon Klein; 605 430-6018; sharonklein56@gmail.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Things to do

  • Games
  • Playground
  • Water park

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Patio

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

Property is also known as

Western Skies
Western Blue Skies Guesthouse
Western Blue Skies Hot Springs
Western Blue Skies Guesthouse Hot Springs

Frequently asked questions

How close is Western Blue Skies to the airport?

This guesthouse is 58.2 mi (72-min drive) away from the Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Western Blue Skies have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this guesthouse.

Does Western Blue Skies offer free breakfast?

This guesthouse does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Western Blue Skies?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Western Blue Skies?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Western Blue Skies?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Western Blue Skies have a pool?

This guesthouse does not have a pool.

Does Western Blue Skies have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Western Blue Skies to downtown Hot Springs?

This guesthouse is 4.6 mi away from Hot Springs.

Western Blue Skies Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 13 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Host
5 star property and 5 star host! Sharon was so great to work with and was beyond accommodating
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Anita C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice area with beautiful views
The property was very secluded, other than the owners home right across the road. The home had plenty of space and was comfortable and clean . Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Virginia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay in South Dakota
The Western Blue Sky made a memorable stay for our family trip to South Dakota. The hosts ensured we had everything we needed and provided great advice on things to do in the area. The home was new and clean. The kitchen was well stocked. It provided a great location to see all the area attractions. You can smell the pine in the air from the pine forests in the Black Hills and at night it is perfect for star gazing. The views are spectacular from the upper porch area. We would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlo R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful country getaway
We enjoyed our stay in the country, the sunsets on the upper deck were amazing! Close many of the sites we wanted to visit. Sharron was quick to answer all our questions. The unit was immaculate with plenty of space for everyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely location - very peaceful.
Lovely location - very peaceful. Place was very clean and stocked with all necessities.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and Remote
We had plenty of room for our family of five. We had extra beds. It was clean and spacious and had everything we needed. There were beautiful areas on the property to explore. We did several day excursions into the Hills and could be in Custer in about 30-40 min. Hot Springs is only a few miles away. We had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Larry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank You
Thanks for sharing your home with our family. Loved the seclusion and views. Was a great place to unwind and rest for another full day of sightseeing..
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

LeAnn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Very nice home and the owners were always checking in to see if we needed anything. The only downfall was only one bathroom for our group of 6.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dennis D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we wanted in a trip to South Dakota
My wife and I and our two kids (7 & 4) loved our stay here. The home is centered on a nearly 200 acre property bordering the Black Hills. There are other rentable spaces as well as the property owners nearby, but there is no reason for that to detract you from choosing this location as each location is uniquely divided. We enjoyed walking the property and taking in the beautiful sites. We also enjoyed being out of the heavy tourism areas. Everything is within a reasonable and scenic drive. Make sure to see Mammoth Cave in Hot Springs. Also good to see is Wind Cave National Park. Plan to arrive early to secure a tour time as tickets go fast. We got tickets for a later time in the day and went and grabbed lunch in Hot Springs. Home was exactly as pictured and very well kept and clean. Individual room air conditioners kept the room nice and cool especially during the hottest of days. Home has everything you should need during your stay. Sharon and Perry are great hosts! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julianna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
What a wonderful stay our family had. It was truely a home away from home. We felt instantly comfortable in the rural surroundings. The children loved the cattle and being able to walk around the fields. The wildflowers were in abundance and so beautiful. It felt very private.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021