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Heart of the Black Hills, Bordering National Forest, Fresh Air & Bright Stars!!

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Exterior
Full-sized fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, toaster
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 467 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, Big Rock Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Stockade Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Heart of the Black Hills, Bordering National Forest, Fresh Air & Bright Stars!!

720 sf 1 bedroom cabin located in the very Heart of the Black Hills with wildlife and hiking outside your door. Our cabin is a wonderful base for exploring all that the Hills have to offer. During your stay let nature provide the entertainment, let your mind wander, and allow yourself to rediscover the art of conversation with treasured family and friends. Located on Asphalt county road.
With the smell of the pines and a breath of fresh mountain air, you are sure to relax and kick back at this retreat. Roku TV (Includes Peacock TV, Amazon Prime and lots of free apps)! This cabin has microwave, full size refrigerator with ice maker, toaster/oven, hot plate, crockpot, cabinets counter top and table with chairs, and Air Conditioning. The kitchen is fully equipped with dining ware, bakeware, coffeemaker, utensils and linens; everything you need to create a special meal. There are also towels and linens provided for the bathroom and bedroom. 180 sf covered deck with gas grill. Free WIFI in the cabin. We don't allow smoking or pets in the cabin since some of our guest have allergies. Maximum occupancy is 4 including all children.

Close to Custer state park, Crazy Horse and Mt. Rushmore carvings. 4 miles to Custer which has lots of shopping, groceries, and restaurants.

Since we own, manage, and clean our cabin we can ensure you will have a wonderful stay with us as our guest's reviews attest to.

Bedroom has 1 queen bed and 1 full sized bed. Living room with TV, VCR, DVD player, electric fireplace. There is cell phone reception in the area. There is a Washer for your use. We DO NOT have a Dryer but offer a drying rack in the cabin and clothes line outside for drying purposes.

Check In Time is 4 PM and Check Out Time is 10 AM.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Big Rock Park. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washer/dryer and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 11 minutes by car from Black Hills National Forest and 7 minutes from Big Rock Park
Heart of the Black Hills, Bordering National Forest, Fresh Air & Bright Stars!! offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Custer cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 720 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Gather used towels

Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Checkout: 10 am. On the morning of your checkout please do the following: Bring all trash to the outside trash receptacle located besides the cabin near the parking area.

Place all towels in laundry basket in the Bath/laundry room. Please leave used beds unmade. Please wash and return dishes, cups, and utensils to their proper cabinets and drawers.

Please remember to leave an entry in our guest book and online for our future guests – we love to hear from our guests! Please text when you leave.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Maximum occupancy is 4 including all children. No exceptions.

Electric Vehicle Car Charging Not Permitted

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Heart of the Black Hills, Bordering National Forest, Fresh Air & Bright Stars!! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 228 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clayton H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location and perfect little getaway spot!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Bryant B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time turkey hunting in the Black Hills! Great place to stay and can’t beat the views and location. Ken was a great host! Will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Frank S., Blue Ridge Va

Liked: Cleanliness
They treat you like family. A quiet and cozy place
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sandy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved staying here! Marcy and Ken are wonderful hosts. The cabin is comfy, has everything we would need. We enjoyed the quiet and the wildlife that visited us as well as the star viewing (we even saw Comet Lemmon). The location can't be beat for visiting the local State and National Parks. Some of our favorite nearby places are Custer State Park, Needles Highway and Iron Mountain Road. We can't wait to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher F.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was super clean and had all the kitchen items needed to cook meals. No cloths dyer or stove, but honestly didnt miss that one bit. Bed was comfy. The host were super nice. Cabin is jist outside of Custer. Very easy to get to all the local attractions.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
It is perfect! One of the best vacation rentals we have stayed at. The cabin was spotless and had everything we needed to make our stay very comfortable. It is very conveniently located to Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial. The check in was very smooth and easy. Ken and Marcy are excellent hosts. We would love to stay there again some day.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our stay! The location was convienently located outside of Custer and was peaceful. The turkeys and deer visited every morning for our viewing pleasure. The property was homey and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for exploring the area. Spacious and comfortable cabin. Quiet area a few miles off the main highway through Custer and easy drive to Mt. Rushmore, Custer State Park and other beautiful locations. The beds were very comfortable. Nice bathroom and kitchen. Everything you could need. The hosts were welcoming and great at communicating. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We have stayed multiple times and it is wonderful each time!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and adequate room. Great location to be for Ealy morning coffee outside and evening grilling. Easy to get to all of the sites from the cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and clean cabin. Had everything we needed for our 5 night stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph E.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a wonderful, Beautiful week. My Wife and I where on our Honeymoon and it was just Great. The house was clean and very nice. If we needed anything all we had to do is ask. It was during Sturgis bike week we stayed and very easy access with a motorcycle. We loved or stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to stay!

Ken and Marcy made this a perfect place to stay. Clear, easy communication, cabin was very clean and they have it so well equipped with everything you could need. Decorated so it felt homey and welcoming. They even had a binder with information on the cabin, places to visit, etc. Loved the location, easy access to places we wanted to visit and the outdoor space is beautiful and so peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W., houston tx

Liked: Cleanliness
Location of this property was perfect! So close to everything we wanted to do!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location for us!

We were close to family who were camping in Custer State Park. The location was central to all we wanted to see. The xabin was so clean and well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

RON and JEAN C.

Liked: Cleanliness

MEMORIAL DAY - 2025

We absolutely loved this cabin...it was spacious - accommodating - excellent location - incredibly clean and comfortable. We will be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for our family

The property was perfect for our needs. Terrific location for Mt Rushmore and all the surrounding natural beauty.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J., Canistota, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Always a great place to stay

This was our second time staying. It is clean, comfortable, and in the perfect location!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John J., Burlington , USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful stay here

This is our third trip to Custer and staying at this home away from home. It’s been perfect every time. We look forward to many more visits.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christyna J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Overall great place to stay. Great location for everything we wanted to do in the southern part of the Black Hills. The cabin was super clean and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Custer August 2024

We stayed in Ken's cabin 4 nights in August. Perfect location for Custer and Black Hills activities. Beautiful and quiet country setting. Excellent furnishings and comfortable bed. Very, very clean and well-maintained. Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angelina M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and peaceful

The cabin was sweet and cozy. It was perfect for a relaxing vacation. We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness

5 day getaway

We have been vacationing in the Black Hills for the past 50+ years and we were searching for place to stay centrally located to what we enjoy doing in the hills which is hiking,fishing and just enjoying the scenery, we came across Ken and Marci’s listing and thought it looked very nice , we were not disappointed their cabin is by far the cleanest most well stocked and homey place we have ever stayed in and won’t hesitate returning for another stay, Ken and Marci were the best hosts very friendly well done you guys !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

Liked: Cleanliness

If you’re looking for clean….

We have traveled and stayed in many places, and this is by far the most clean we have been to. The location is perfect for all the sight seeing. And the hosts are great. We have nothing negative to say. Beds were very comfy. We stayed for 8 days, cooked a lot, and did not miss not having a stove top.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024