AT THE EDGE OF SOLITUDE WHERE THE STARS ARE BRIGHT AND AIR IS FRESH

My wife and I spent 4 nights at The Founders Cabin.
The place is spectacular, with a view so beautiful that no words can describe.

Thanks to Jim, he was very helpful at giving us directions/suggestions.
Everything one needs, and more, is already at hand.

The only disapointment is that, after a couple of days, it's difficult to leave.

We definitely enjoyed our stay, and look forward to come back.

This cabin is amazing! My family of 4 stayed the last week in June. The views are amazing from three sides of the cabin. What a peaceful place to relax. The only sounds being your own voices, that of the breeze blowing through the pine trees and an occasional animal. After stopping for supplies on the way in, it's tempting to just stay put and take it all in day after day. The cabin has everything you may want/need. The two bedrooms & the loft all have very comfortable queen beds with very high quality bedding. Towels are fluffy and soft. The bathroom even has a window in the shower to provide the illusion of an outdoor shower (blinds provided for modesty if you so choose). The kitchen has all the amenities. I brought some kitchen utensils/tools along based on previous experiences renting cabins and everything I brought, they had!

There is ample hiking if you are so inclined right from your door. The owner will provide you with information on accessing the trails on the property. Never having been to the Black Hills, we ventured to Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, Needles Highway, Sylvan Lake and Wind Cave and used the house as a base. We cooked in the outdoor kitchen most nights, although dined at "Desperados" in Hill City one night & had a wonderful dinner. Most of the activities were at least 40 minutes away, but we didn't mind the drive. There was always something to keep us entertained along the way. Especially "animal planet" taking place right outside the car window. Antelope, coyote, elk (only heard these), deer and plenty of free range cattle from a nearby ranch.

My husband brought his telescope along since there is no city light pollution. Incredible night skies! The hot tub under the stars on the edge of the cliff is the perfect way to wind down at the end of the day. Our boys ages 15 & 11 loved the location, the cabin & everything about it. There was plenty of room for everyone to come together or to spread out for personal time. As detached as you are from civilization, there is satellite tv and WiFi if you need to connect. There is no cell service, although the cabin does have a phone. Families with young children should be aware that the location of the cabin is literally on the edge of the cliff and safety should be considered when renting. The owners are generous, helpful, delightful people who are happy to answer any questions. A great experience!

My husband and I decided to stay here for our honeymoon and boy I can tell you the views are spectacular! This is a one of a kind rental indeed. So much activities you can do whether it's site seeing, hiking or just wanting to relax, you can have it all at this cozy lil cabin! Custer is a half our away from the cabin so it's a bit of a ways to travel but all in all it's definitely well worth it!!!! You will most likely see an abundance of wildlife at the cabin or going to and from the cabin, so far we've seen deer, elk, turkeys, rabbits, chipmunks and right out the back door is a few geckos that live in the flower beds! The owners did a very nice job on this property, and are very kind!!! Jim will tell you all that you need to know and I hope this review helps you out for wanting to know more information on this spectacular home!