Off-Grid Cottage at Granny Flats
Entire cottage in Spearfish, South Dakota
- 2 guests
- 1 bedroom
- 1 bed
- 1 bath
Hosted by Jared
- Superhost
- 10 years hosting
Listing highlights
Off-grid cottage built from straw bale
A handbuilt strawbale cottage powered by solar, with a wood-burning fireplace and a creek outside
A place guests keep coming back to
Guests return year after year, praising the comfortable bed and the peaceful, private setting
Welcome! Cappie, Star of Building Outside the Lines on Magnolia Network, built this adorable off-grid cottage as his own, but now you have the opportunity to stay!
This beautiful 3-acre property, once the Swisher Farm, is today a working homestead, dozens of chickens, and a large garden.
This cottage is handmade, from the bespoke front door to the custom 2-headed shower. We know you'll appreciate the details!
The space
You are invited to roam the property, but have exclusive access to the half-acre around the house, where you have ample room to turn and park large vehicles or trailers. There is also covered parking for a car or motorcycles.
Granny Flats is a completely off-grid load-bearing strawbale home, with modern amenities, such as wifi, large kitchen, king-size bed, and large 2-headed walk-in shower. Off-grid means that the home is completely independent & self-reliant - there are no connections to the power grid (it's run on solar) or city water and sewer. It was the first off-grid home in the state of South Dakota! Part of being off-grid means that there is a composting toilet in the bathroom, which may be unusual for you. As you can see from the review, though, we've never had a complaint!
There is an old farmhouse and barn on the property, which adds to the quaint feel of the place (both of which are off-limits to guests).
A delightful place to relax, surrounded by natural materials and a lovely property with shady decks and a hammock next to the creek. A firepit and wood-fired sauna are also available for your use. See how gracious off-grid living can be!
Guest access
609 Nellie Lane, Spearfish.
You will have full access to the house and outdoor spaces, with private and exclusive access to the half-acre around the house.
Other things to note
In cooler weather, there is a wood stove for heat. There is also an air conditioner, which can be operated from 10a-3p each day.
The home is built for one or two people (one king-size bed). A child can be accommodated upon request.
This is a pet free property!
This beautiful 3-acre property, once the Swisher Farm, is today a working homestead, dozens of chickens, and a large garden.
This cottage is handmade, from the bespoke front door to the custom 2-headed shower. We know you'll appreciate the details!
The space
You are invited to roam the property, but have exclusive access to the half-acre around the house, where you have ample room to turn and park large vehicles or trailers. There is also covered parking for a car or motorcycles.
Granny Flats is a completely off-grid load-bearing strawbale home, with modern amenities, such as wifi, large kitchen, king-size bed, and large 2-headed walk-in shower. Off-grid means that the home is completely independent & self-reliant - there are no connections to the power grid (it's run on solar) or city water and sewer. It was the first off-grid home in the state of South Dakota! Part of being off-grid means that there is a composting toilet in the bathroom, which may be unusual for you. As you can see from the review, though, we've never had a complaint!
There is an old farmhouse and barn on the property, which adds to the quaint feel of the place (both of which are off-limits to guests).
A delightful place to relax, surrounded by natural materials and a lovely property with shady decks and a hammock next to the creek. A firepit and wood-fired sauna are also available for your use. See how gracious off-grid living can be!
Guest access
609 Nellie Lane, Spearfish.
You will have full access to the house and outdoor spaces, with private and exclusive access to the half-acre around the house.
Other things to note
In cooler weather, there is a wood stove for heat. There is also an air conditioner, which can be operated from 10a-3p each day.
The home is built for one or two people (one king-size bed). A child can be accommodated upon request.
This is a pet free property!
Where you’ll sleep
What this place offers
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Valley view
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Wifi
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Rated 4.94 out of 5 from 283 reviews.
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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value
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Where you’ll be
Spearfish, South Dakota, United States
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Neighborhood highlights
Granny Flats is located in the old small-farm area of Spearfish, which used to be known for it's fruit and vegetable production. Today, much of it has been converted into large lots for homes, but the small-farm feel still pervades through a few small greenhouses and farm stands.
We're located right on two bike paths, one will lead you directly to a Crow Peak Brewery, a local food market, and two restaurants down the road, and the other one will provide access to the commercial centers of town, where there are several exceptional locally-owned restaurants and breweries.
You also have quick access to the gorgeous northern Black Hills, which are popular with hikers, bikers (both kinds!), and nature lovers. We are essentially equidistant from the Badlands (1.5 hrs), the Southern Hills (Mt. Rushmore, Wind Cave NP, Jewel Cave NP, Custer State Park; 1.5 hrs), and Devil's Tower NM (1 hr).
We're located right on two bike paths, one will lead you directly to a Crow Peak Brewery, a local food market, and two restaurants down the road, and the other one will provide access to the commercial centers of town, where there are several exceptional locally-owned restaurants and breweries.
You also have quick access to the gorgeous northern Black Hills, which are popular with hikers, bikers (both kinds!), and nature lovers. We are essentially equidistant from the Badlands (1.5 hrs), the Southern Hills (Mt. Rushmore, Wind Cave NP, Jewel Cave NP, Custer State Park; 1.5 hrs), and Devil's Tower NM (1 hr).
Meet your host
My work: TV Host and Builder
Lives in Spearfish, South Dakota
Having traveled to over 60 countries, I hope that our properties offer the respite and fun that makes a vacation truly memorable. If you've found me through my Building Outside the Lines show on Magnolia or my Building off the Grid episodes on Discovery, we're excited to get to know you. Welcome home!
Jared is a Superhost
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