Elk Ridge Bed & Breakfast

Elk Ridge is set on a wooded hillside, half way between Keystone and Hill City, SD. The drive to Elk Ridge has breath taking scenery along a winding road. During the peak season you can hear the whistle of the 1880 Train™ as it travels... more

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"What a great find!!" 11/9/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

After a long day of traveling (it was after dark and our GPS was not working) we arrived at Elk Ridge B&B to be greeted by our gracious hosts, Ron and Leslie. What a welcome relief it was to stay in such a beautiful, comfortable and clean... read more


"Intimacy & Luxury" 11/3/2009
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Stayed On: 10/2009

We had a wonderful night in the Black Hills staying here. Food was excellent and the hostess was exceptionally nice & warm. All I can say is Luxury! Sleep number beds and candles lit.

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"fantastic stay" 9/30/2009
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Stayed On: 9/2009

Our stay at Elk Ridge was wonderful.Leslie and Ron are the warmest couple.Staying with them was like visiting old friends.From the moment Leslie greeted at the door we could tell we had chosen the right place. Their home is comfortable and... read more


"Wonderful place" 8/24/2009
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Stayed On: 8/2009

Top quality service. Great western decor. Friendly & helpful hosts! Close to Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse

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"Remarkable B&B" 8/21/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2009

Great B&B - close to Mt. Rushmore and Crazyhorse. personable owners. Luxury rooms. Delicious breakfast

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"absolute sweetness!" 7/10/2009
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Stayed On: 11/2008

My wife, Carrie and me were very happy to stay a few days last November. Great atmosphere and sweet people. The cooking was outstanding, the cozy, warm and non-commercial honespun American west feel was very welcoming. I love the outdoors and this... read more


"Great bed & breakfast" 5/31/2009
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Stayed On: 7/2008

While searching for Elk Ridge B & B on the winding road we saw this serene picturesque setting. We all said that we wished that this could be where we were staying. What a pleasant surprise when we discovered that was it! From the initial... read more


"Ron and Leslie" 5/10/2009
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Stayed On: 5/2009

We arrived at the Elk Ridge Bed and Breakfast to be met at the front by Leslie. Her charm and warmth immediately put us in a relaxed and cheerful mood after a long drive. Her rooms were impeccably clean and the John Wayne western motif was... read more


"Anniversary Getaway" 4/4/2009
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Stayed On: 3/2009

Thanks to Ron and Leslie! They made our 1st anniversary so special. Everything was perfect from the moment we arrived. We were welcomed with soft music, candles, and fresh fruit. We really enjoyed the sleep number bed and luxurious soft blankets. It... read more


"Thanks Ron and Leslie" 4/2/2009
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Stayed On: 3/2009

Thanks to Ron and Leslie! What wonderful hosts. They made our first honeymoon absolutely spectacular. Everything was perfect: the candles, soft music, and fresh fruit awaiting our arrival; the sleep number bed and and super soft blankets; waking... read more


"Highest quality" 3/19/2009
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Stayed On: 3/2009

My wife and I stayed for a weekend trip. Everything about our stay made the trip better than we could have hoped for it to be. The location offered numerous day trips and directions and recommendations from Ron and Leslie made getting around easy.... read more


"Outstanding Value and Hospitality" 2/4/2009
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Stayed On: 2/2009

We are a B & B owner ourselves and it makes for an informed commentary on another. We received far greater hospitality and service than we could have ever anticipated. If you want an experience you will not forget, make time to spend time with... read more

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This review, as with all of the others, humbles me.

- Leslie Passons (innkeeper)

"Black Hills" 12/19/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

It was a wonderful stay. The host and hostess were very accommodating. The rooms were clean but very small except for the Great room. That had a big fireplace and a view of Harney Peak. Breakfast was set at 8:00 but that made us get up and... read more


"mt rushmore" 11/20/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

the room was fine the view terrific. I had and issue with the owners in that they appeared to be parnoid. One evening returning from dinner around 9pm I walked into the common living room and the owner grab a large billy club and only put it down... read more

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I am sorry that this guest was put off by my husband's motion when he entered the room. The fact is...my husband suffers with neck and back pain and he rests/leans his neck on a night stick for relief. It is large and his motions are jerky anytime he moves...so he may appear paranoid. We changed from bar soap to liquid soap due to escalating cost of bar soap and the WASTE.I have so many bars of left over soap I could start my own line of soaps! Fear not, that will not happen. If only these guests had asked, we have bar soap for those who prefer, I just do not use them on a regular basis. My parting line, as the guests get on with the business of getting settled is ..."if there is something you need, you are welcome to it if we have it". Again, we are sorry if these incidences made there stay less than desirable.

- Leslie Passons (innkeeper)

"Weekend away" 11/15/2008
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Stayed On: 11/2008

This was a nice relaxing place to stay. It has it's own entry into the house for each room. Very calm and secluded area. Beutiful with a very welcome feeling.

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"Yearly Oct. visit" 11/6/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

Leslie and Ron were great. Wonderful food. :) Smoking bothers me and wish it would have been mentioned in the contact information. Beautiful area to visit.

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We are very aware that some folks do not like smoke of any kind. It is posted, that Ron smokes a pipe, on the room rate page.

- Leslie Passons (innkeeper)

"wonderful stay" 11/3/2008
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Stayed On: 10/2008

Innkeepers, Leslie and Ron, were warm and welcoming. The room was great, especially the sleep, bed, and jacuzzi tub. We will definitely return if we are back in the area! read more


"Excelent Place to Stay" 10/10/2008
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Stayed On: 9/2008

Great Decorated Rooms. Helpfull inkeepers. good advices/tips for trips read more


"Quiet, Peaceful & Relaxing" 9/25/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Our stay was more than what we had ever expected. We plan to return & would highly recommend to everyone. The food was delicious all three days, as will as the fresh baked cookies that were waiting for us in our room. The personal touches... read more


"Splendid" 9/17/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

As B&B first timers, Leslie and Ron welcomed us into their comfortable home. The Passons made us feel like "old friends" who had come for a visit. Our stay was relaxing and peaceful. And the "no need for lunch" breakfast... read more


"Exceptional" 9/13/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Fantastic breakfasts everyday! I don't know how Leslie does it! Can't wait to go back!

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"Elk Ridge Bed & Breakfast" 9/9/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Outstanding and exceeded my expectations.

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"Another great experience with bed and breakfast" 9/8/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

This is why I recommend bed and breakfasts. Quiet and beautiful. The bed was very comfortable and staying in a homey atmosphere is great. Not to mention the breakfast table... We appreciated the adults only. Thank you very much Linda

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"Amazing Hospitality and Leslie's French Toast!!" 9/7/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

My husband and I had the best time in South Dakota and the Passons' just made it all the better! We were on a cross-country trip from Philadelphia to California and back, and we decided to stop in South Dakota to see the sights and stay at the Elk... read more


"Very pleasant" 9/6/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

The area attractions (national and state parks) were all conveniently located to the B&B and the hosts were helpful in directing us to them.

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"Great Stay" 9/4/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Ron & Leslie are great hosts - they make you feel at home the moment you arrive, the location was perfect for visiting Mt. Rushmore and the Black Hills.

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"A wonder B&B experience" 9/4/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Elk Ridge B&B was wonderful experience and our host and hostess were genuinely delightful! Our room exceeded our expectations, and Leslie is a great cook. All the little extras made our weekend very special.

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"absolutely wonderful" 9/3/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

The host are so friendly and accomodating. We had such a nice time with them and what a gorgeous place nestled in the heart of the Black Hills. Leslie is a fantasic cook. Ron and Leslie made our anniversary a very wonderful memorable time. You won't... read more


"Best B&B we've ever stayed at" 8/31/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

The Elk Ridge B&B in Keystone, SD is superb. Our room was spacious and homey. The Sleep Number bed and the spa tub made for a luxurious stay after being on the road and staying in hotels for over a week. Leslie and Ron were great hosts and... read more


"minnesota trip" 8/27/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

beautiful surroundings, very nice innkeepers, rooms very clean and modern, wonderful deck with easy access from vehicle. excellent breakfast.

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"Bike Week at Elk Ridge" 8/25/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

We love bike week, but to us it is a vacation we look forward to with great anticipation. I do not look at it as an endurance test. Our bad experiences with lodging has far outweighed the good and it was with more than a little fear that we road our... read more


"A gem in God's Country" 8/21/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

This is truly a hidden nugget in a slice of heaven. The location is breath taking, the room was beautiful - sleep number bed...need I say more and the hospitality unparallel. The home cooking was tremendous. We don't have enough nice things to... read more


"The ONLY way to visit Rushmore" 8/16/2008
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Stayed On: 8/2008

Leslie and Ron not only accomodated us with less than 24 hr notice, but treated us like long lost family. We needed one night's lodging on our cross country drive and planned only a drive-by viewing of Mt Rushmore and then a 7 hr sleep before moving... read more


"Great place, wonderful people!" 8/13/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

We felt just like family and hated to leave! Ron and Leslie are wonderful people. We have and will recommend this place to everyone we know! Ed and Debbie Behnke

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"Loved it!!!" 8/10/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We loved our stay. The food was exceptional, the accomidations wonderful, but best of all were the innkeepers. They made us feel like family, and the evenings we shared on the decks will always be a special memory for us. Note: get to know the... read more


"Wonderful" 8/9/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

The breaksfast and cookies were excellent. I want to go back - so very relaxing. Leslie and Ron made me feel like I was at home. The rooms were beautiful.

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"simply wonderful" 8/6/2008
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We've stayed in dozens of B&Bs over the years and without hesitation I would classify this one as the very best. The food was wonderful, the rooms spotless, the setting serene, and most importantly, the hostess and host were a true pleasure to... read more


"July11-13,2008" 8/4/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

Our stay at Elk Ridge B&B was outstanding and I would highly recommend staying there while in the Keystone area. We arrived on Saturday evening and the breakfast Leslie served Sunday morning was amazing. I have never had such a hearty start to... read more


"End your search and stay here!" 8/3/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

My son and I stayed here the third night into a month long vacation. I knew even before getting home that this was going to be one of the best places we stayed. Ron and Leslie are warm an do everything they can to make you want for nothing. Our... read more


"Black Hills Visit" 8/1/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

What friendly folks! The B&B is in a beautiful, quiet setting, miles from town, yet close to Rushmore and Crazy Horse. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and wished we could have stayed longer. Our hosts were very helpful in guiding us to places... read more


"Wonderful in every way!!!" 7/30/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We enjoyed our 3 night stay with Ron and Leslie so much we could barely tare ourselves away to drive home to our kids!!! They are so delightful and real! They made us feel right at home and they made everything perfect! The rooms, the food, the... read more


"AMAZING!!!" 7/30/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

We went to South Dakota for our honeymoon in July. Ron and Leslie made everything perfect!! Everything was amazing!! The rooms, the conversations, the cleanliness, the FOOD, everything. We only wish we could have stayed longer. Ron and Leslie made... read more


"Warm and Friendly" 7/25/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Ron and Leslie were very interested in every guest enjoying their stay. They shared thier knowledge of the area and were very friendly and open. read more


""Location, location, location!!!"" 7/22/2008
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Stayed 3 nights, July2,3,4,'08. read more


"The only way to stay in the Black Hills!" 7/19/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We were extremely fortunate to choose Elk Ridge among others as it surpassed our expectations. Leslie and Ron operate an establishment perfectly suited for the region with an atmosphere that accents the experience. The rooms, food, view and... read more


"First Class B and B in the Black Hills" 7/13/2008
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Stayed On: 7/2008

What a wonderfull experience. Hosts Ron and Leslie made us feel very much at home. They provided excellent advice on the attractions and local dining. Their beautiful home is off of the main highway (quiet), yet very close to all of the sights of... read more


"A much needed quiet, relaxing getaway!" 7/13/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

Leslie and Ron were the perfect hosts. They have a gorgeous home that they have decorated just as perfect as can be. They are wonderful to be around and Leslie made the most impressive and delicious breakfasts. You did not even need to eat lunch.... read more


"An absoluetly wonderful getaway!" 7/9/2008
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This was my husband's and my first experience with a bed and breakfast...It was amazing! Our stay was short, but Leslie and Ron made us feel right at home. The setting is breathtaking, the room was above and beyond, and the hosts' knowledge of the... read more


"Wonderful Honeymoon" 7/8/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

We stayed at Elk Ridge Bed and Breakfast during part of our honeymoon trip. The place was clean, luxurious, private, and in a gorgeous place. The breakfasts were marvelous, and it was the perfect distance from Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and the... read more


"Beautiful Bed and Breakfast!" 7/5/2008
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Leslie and Ron made our stay one we will always remember. The home and the setting are beautiful. Breakfast delicious!! Can't wait to return.

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"Best Place To Stay" 7/3/2008
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Stayed On: 6/2008

What a joy to stay at the Elk Ridge B&B! Leslie and Ron are gracious hosts and most helpful with evening dining suggestions aa well as sights to see and the best times to see them. Creation at its best surrounds you at the Elk Ridge. We would... read more


"So beautifull we didn't want to leave" 6/24/2008
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Leslie and Ron made us feel like family (family you like!). Their home is beautifull and Leslie is one great cook! Breakfast was fantastic. Ron helped us plan our sightseeing trips and suggested places we would have missed that were wonderful.... read more


"Heaven !!!!!!!" 6/22/2008
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The most relaxing stay we have had, even extended one day. Food and Hospitality were fantastic. Lovely people. Will definely go back.

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"Most Graciuous hosts!" 6/12/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

Leslie and Ron were the most gracious and helpful host that we have the pleasure to stay in their home. Their 'Bed and Breakfast description does not truly describe reality. They provided area site seeing information that was first hand knowledge... read more


"Our First B & B Experience" 6/9/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

My husband and I have never stayed in a B & B before. I really wanted to give it a try, and after talking on the phone with Leslie, I was very excited to stay there. Our room was very private and breakfast (we are HUGE breakfast fans) was... read more


"Want An escape from the busy life?" 5/24/2008
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Stayed On: 5/2008

We were delighted with the Leslie and Ron's accomodations for us. They are so personal and friendly and fun to talk with. For those who think they prefer privacy--you can have that here too. You'll have your own patio door exit from your room. So... read more


"VERY IMPRESSED" 10/26/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

Ron and Leslie are warm,wonderful,meticulous,& professional hosts. Accomodations were extremely comfortable & clean. If you leave hungry in the morning blame only yourself as the breakfast is large and delicious. read more


"Elk Ridge." 10/18/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

This bed and breakfast was outstanding.

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"Nothing but superlatives!" 10/11/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

Our trip to the Black Hills was made even more memorable because of Ron and Leslie. They shared so much of their home and themselves with us. The attention to detail, the delicious breakfast, and the setting had us wishing we could have stayed... read more


"Excellent B&B!" 9/28/2007
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Stayed On: 9/2007

Beautiful rooms and location. Super hosts made it a very pleasant stay - we'll be back!

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"Fantastic First B&B Experience" 9/1/2007
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Stayed On: 8/2007

Rooms where great, Ron and Les were fantastic hosts. Breakfasts were beyond our expectations!! We WILL return and send friends and family....

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"you gotta' see it! " 7/20/2007
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Stayed On: 6/2007

You just have to stay at this place. The pictures do not capture all that it provides you...

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Elk Ridge Bed & Breakfast Bed and Breakfast
Elk Ridge Bed & Breakfast
12741 Matthew Ct
Keystone, SD 57751
USA
Phone: +1-605-574-2320
Toll-free: +1-866-380-9090
Innkeeper(s)
Leslie & Ron Passons
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$125 - $150
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Waiting for SantaThe Black Hills give your eyes visual bonanza! Beautiful pines line the highways as well as surround Elk Ridge.
Old Glory and Mt. Rushmore"Big Jake" we call it...Private bathroom with Jacuzzi Tub, private entrance, DishTv. After your day of touring the Black Hills rest on the deck, listening to the pond below.
Duke's Room, the master suite. Private bath with a large Jacuzzi tub that is waiting for you to soak away all your cares. Then slip into your Sleep Number bed under the lush sheets and blankets. Watch remarkable sunrises over the rugged side of MT. Rushmore before you rise out of bed. Stillness, peace and wonderful scenery surround you at Elk Ridge.Splendid sunrises to go with you on a morning walk into the forest that borders the property.