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Johnny Cash "The Rambler" Suite on Main

Family-friendly apartment with private pool, near Black Hills National Forest

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Escape to the Custer Rambler, a vintage-style apartment with modern amenities in downtown Custer. Live like a local just steps from grocery stores and coffee shops along Main Street, or explore 70 miles of hiking trails nearby. Unwind in your cozy retreat after visiting iconic spots like Crazy Horse and Mt. Rushmore.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is AED 400
AED 1,062 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jan - 28 Jan

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About this property

Entire place

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

Johnny Cash "The Rambler" Suite on Main

Looking for the perfect downtown spot? Check out this vintage-style apartment with modern amenities! Sit back and relax as you're transported to 1968 with a Johnny Cash vibe. Conveniently located off Main Street in Custer, it's just steps away from grocery stores and coffee shops - plus plenty of parking nearby on the parade route. Feel like home (and hear some classic tunes) at our place!

I give my guests space but am available when needed. As locals, we can answer any and all questions about the Black Hills - even our favorite places to eat!

Our downtown Custer apartment puts you right in the heart of great restaurants and coffee shops! Plus, it's just a few blocks away from one of South Dakota's most beloved trails - The Mickelson Trail. Just keep in mind that since this place is so conveniently located near all the hustle and bustle there may be some street noise - but we think it adds to its charm!

- Custer Pool is 0.5 miles (10 minute walk)
- Swimming in 7 lakes nearby
- 800 feet from the Mickelson
- 10 minutes from Crazy Horse
- 30 minutes from Mt. Rushmore
- 2 hours from the Badlands
- 1 hour from Deadwood
- 10 minutes from Custer State Park

Guests have access to the entire place.

Looking for the ideal downtown abode? Come check out this prime spot in Custer! You'll be surrounded by delicious restaurants, quaint shops, and loads of delectable options like ice cream and buffalo. Not enough caffeine to fuel your day? No worries - there's always a nearby coffee shop as well!

- QUEEN BED
- SOFA BED (PULL-OUT)
- 1 BATHROOM WITH SHOWER

Live the good life at the Custer Rambler! Our convenient location across from Lynns Dakota Mart and gas station puts you right in the heart of all that Custer has to offer. Everything is within easy reach - just take a leisurely stroll down Main Street for some great dining, shopping, and coffee spots. Plus, we've got insider tips on where our favorite restaurants are, so planning your day out will be a breeze!

With its unique Johnny Cash theme, our newly renovated apartment is the ultimate place to take a step back in time! Ride bikes along beautiful Mickelson Trail for an adventure you won't forget - it's sure not something every living space can offer!

- Renters must be 21 years and older
- Add-ons are available through Charge Automation

CONCIERGE: Come on over and chill! We'll take care of preparing the house for you. Our services include stocking the fridge, setting up for a birthday party, providing charcuterie boards, putting up light decorations, and much more. Everything will be ready for you when you arrive. Just ask! Sign-up for these services using our link in the email/message we gave you through charge automation. These services are based on availability.

CAMERAS: Custer is a VERY safe community. We do have a camera for video surveillance on the front door and in our store room in back. This room is not accessed by guests.

PARKING: Parking is IN FRONT of dirt lot next door along 8th street and in front of the Custer Rambler during the day.

ADD-ONS! (Subject to availability)
Our new add-ons will be in a link we send you after you book!
- Kayak rentals
- Pontoon boat ride
- Early check-in
- Late check-out
- And more for summer 2025!

IS THIS RENTAL AVAILABLE YEAR-ROUND?
YES! Custer is high elevation. There are on average 228 sunny days per year here! The average summer temp is 80 degrees and winter can be in the 30’s-40’s. Many stores and restaurants stay open year-round! We have parades for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Burning Beetle in Custer. Custer has many fall/winter events. We are about 1 hour from skiing at Terry Peak.

WHAT RESTAURANTS ARE OPEN YEAR-ROUND?
The Custer Wolf, Custer Beacon, Skogen are a few of the restaurants that are open year-round.

DOES THE RAMBLER HAVE A KITCHENETTE?
The Custer Rambler is equipped with MOST kitchen supplies but not all. We have a refrigerator with a freezer, some pots and pans, burner, air fryer, cutting board, some knives but this is NOT a full-sized kitchen.

IS THERE A PLACE TO RENT BIKES AND UTVS?
YES! Black Hills Power Bikes is a great way to see the Mickelson Trail. For UTV/ATV rental we recommend Hill City Adventures. We also have 2 bikes to use during your stay (upon availability). Sign up for this amenity through the link in your email (Charge Automation). We provide helmets with the bikes for the safety of our guests.

HOW MANY HIKING/BIKING TRAILS ARE THERE?
We have over 70 miles of hiking in and around the park. Other than the Mickelson Trail (500 feet from the house) we put our favorite hikes (including Black Elk Peak) in the guidebook.

DOES THE RAMBLER HAVE A POOL?
The Custer Rambler is an apartment connected to a larger property we own and manage. While it does not have a pool on the property, we have a community pool down the street that we give guests passes to. Make sure you ask when you come, and we will make sure you get those passes!

ARE THERE STORES NEARBY TO BUY FOOD?
We have Lynn’s Grocery across the street and Dollar General nearby.

Check out our other properties in Custer and Hill City! Look up “Black Hills Family Vacations” in both towns.

With 400 sq. ft. of well-designed space, the Custer Rambler features a bathroom, bed, and a pull-out couch comfortably accommodating up to 4 guests

PLEASE NOTE: A signed rental agreement is required for each reservation. If you book online you will still need to provide this information after booking. If you book Airbnb, we will send you a text with a link. This agreement is linked in the email you received (Charge Automation)

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Office
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not 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.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center

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

  • Electric car charging station
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

No smoking or vaping on property of any kind
Quiet time is 10pm-8am
No unregistered guests or fined $20 per guest

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Custer, this apartment is in the city center. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Needles Highway and Granite Sports. Visit our Custer travel guide
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Harbach Centennial Park
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Big Rock Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Monument Health Custer Hospital
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Grand Magic Show
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP)
    57 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dairy Queen
    9 min walk
  • Miner's Cup
    5 min walk
  • Baker's Bakery & Cafe
    5 min walk
  • Frontier Bar And Grill
    6 min walk
  • Black Hills Burger & Bun CO
    7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Johnny Cash "The Rambler" Suite on Main have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Johnny Cash "The Rambler" Suite on Main pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Johnny Cash "The Rambler" Suite on Main?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Johnny Cash "The Rambler" Suite on Main?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Johnny Cash "The Rambler" Suite on Main located?

Located in the center of Custer, this family-friendly apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Harbach Centennial Park and Black Hills National Forest. Big Rock Park and Way Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Johnny Cash "The Rambler" Suite on Main Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristi K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

Great Place

Very clean, comfortable and convenient. This was our second stay here and would definitely return!
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10/10 Excellent

SteveH

Amazing place!!!

Absolutely the best place we have stayed in a long time! Cozy…comfortable and very convenient! The kitchenette and laundry a huge plus! Will be crack!

10/10 Excellent

kelly p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place and location

We enjoyed three nights and the place and location were the best for access to Rushmore, Custer, crazy hirse and beyond - the owner was very very responsive and helpful with any questions or needs. Would definitely stay here again if in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

We really enjoyed staying at the Custer rambler. It is centrally located to all the Black Hills attractions. We loved how close it was to restaurants, grocery stores, and gas stations. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great stay! Great location.We had everything we needed. Great communication from the owner.Very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

KatelynR

Great time!

We had a wonderful time at Sarah’s place in Custer, SD. It was walking distance to everything and we really enjoyed the trails on the mountain nearby, as well and used the park pass that was provided - what a great idea! Loved our stay and would stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Carol H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

We really enjoyed our stay in Custer. The property was perfect for us. Sarah was helpful. The place was clean and just as pictured.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country Rambler

This was a great stay for us. No kids were with, just my husband and I. Impromptu getaway. We did CSP and BHNF. Perfect locale. Adorable little place with a very cool theme. We'll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

At Home

This place felt like home from the beginning. It was clean comfortable and welcoming. Great communication and care from Sarah: loved it!
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10/10 Excellent

AlS

Great

We had a great time. The apartment was lovely. It smelled so clean. The book was a great resource. It would have been great to know the history of the house and the saddle in the window. Thanks for the pass to Custer State Park.

10/10 Excellent

holly b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyment

Lovely property with convenient access to all the Black Hills locations, esp. Custer State Park. Walkable to restaurants and grocery. Fun decor. There was some road noise but a sound machine was available. The washer and dryer was an added convenience. Management was very responsive when we had a question. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Cute little place in a perfect location. Across the street from grocery and a block or two from Downtown. Owner responded quickly to inquiries. Pass to Custer State Park was a really nice amenity! Only complaint is there was TV is streaming only so no local news.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Custer National Park

We spent 5 nights in the apt. The pros: LOCATION. We were within 4 blocks to the restaurants we wanted to visit. There is a small grocery across the street. The apt is well appointed with everything we needed. CONS; It is on the main street and morning until about 8pm it is quite noisy. The bed is quite hard and the roku system was difficult to maneauver. Overall, the pros outweigh the cons.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Black Hills visit

Property as described. Noise from highway during daylight working hours as we had read about prior to going. Location excellent. Very close, in downtown area. All within walking distance. Clean and everything we needed right there which is much appreciated. Mattress on bed could be upgraded. A bit hard. Great communication with owner. Code to enter the door only worked once. We used the key in the lock box after that. Thank you for the great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and close

This is the cutest little place to spend a night or two in. The house has everything you need and super close to cute shops ans ample places to eat. Our host, Sarah was AWESOME! She had a few things she wanted to tell us about and we continued our conversation even after checkout. The only downfall is the parking, it’s right on main street and we were there while the Sturgis rally was around so it was busy. Other than that it was great! The Johnny Cash items are SO cool. Such a fun places.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

Perfect

This is the cutest little place to spend a night or two in. The house has everything you need and super close to cute shops ans ample places to eat. Our host, Sarah was AWESOME! She had a few things she wanted to tell us about and we continued our conversation even after checkout. The only downfall is the parking, it’s right on main street and we were there while the Sturgis rally was around so it was busy. Other than that it was great! The Johnny Cash items are SO cool. Such a fun place.

6/10 Okay

Brenda S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beware if you have pet allergies!

We came to Custer over the 4th of July. Sarah had great communication in the beginning. We booked this property because it stated no pets! I received my pre-check in questionnaire and it asked how many pets are we bringing. I sent a message to Sarah asking about the no pet policy and she said that was correct. I told her we have very bad allergies to pets and needed confirmation that no pets have been in this vrbo. She confirmed. We arrive around 1:00 am and as soon as I opened the door it was like hitting a brick wall. Instant headache and congestion. I can smell pets a mile away and there were definitely pets in this room. I emailed and asked about it and Sarah said no pets have been there. As we are looking through the information on the coffee table, it states pets are allowed if you stay at least 3 days. I also asked about that and she said that is paperwork from the old owners and they forgot to remove it. Now as I’m reading the reviews, pets have been allowed and she was the owner or manager a year ago! Now 3 days later I am still suffering from severe pet allergies. I would never have booked had I known this. The smell was horrible. The carpet in the the living room area was filthy and hasn’t been cleaned in awhile. The bed is hard as a rock. It’s a cute property but beware if you have pet allergies! She said she would have it deep cleaned so I hope that happens! We never did receive check out instructions so follow the instructions listed on the refrigerator.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Paige S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Yikes

The location was the best part about this place. The parking directions she sent me in a pic vs the parking directions she told me contradicted themselves. My low score is how Sarah treats you. We both agreed that I could have a late check out, so my friend and I could go hiking the next morning and I could leave my dog during that time. I was appreciative and thanked her. That night, a very normal thunderstorm for SD occurred and the ceiling started leaking through the light fixture. Water sat in it overnight and the active leak stopped. Sarah started to get an attitude with me. She mentioned sending a maintenance guy to fix the light that morning with my dog inside the vrbo while we were gone. When I told her I was uncomfortable with that, as you never know what happens with dogs and strangers. She asked me if I brought a crate for my dog while on the trip, and told me the guy would be coming 2 hours before my scheduled (agreed upon) time of check out. I asked her if he could come after we checked out, the leak had already sat all night and wasn’t active any more. I know it sucks but I don’t live anywhere near SD and didn’t want to rush or have to stare at a guy fix a light when I can do that at home. She didn’t seem empathetic for us at all, and told me I was lucky she was letting me check out late at all and that I should be happy she didn’t charge me for the extra hours. This vrbo would be the best if the owners were more understanding, compassionate, and respectful.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

Great Place

Very clean, comfortable and convenient. This was our second stay here and would definitely return!

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place and hostess was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Fabulous apartment Custer

Perfect place in every way thanks so much will highly recommend to others
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas S.

Johnny Cash "Rambler" on Main - great accommodations!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Johnny Cash "Rambler" on Main. The accommodations were great - it had everything we needed for our 3 night stay. The location was great - you're right on the main street so we could walk everywhere. We were also minutes away from Custer State Park. We would definitely book there again!

10/10 Excellent

Keith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Rambler

This was a great location in Custer, it was really easy to get to everything in the area. So many great adventures, we really had a great time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parking details were not comfortable but no problem
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025