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Two story authentic log construction home, built in 1936 with two fireplaces.

Family-friendly vacation home in Custer

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Outdoor dining
Dining
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Nestled among pine trees and natural rock formations, Mountain Home Retreat offers a serene escape. Gather 'round the fire pit or BBQ on the outdoor deck, perfect for al fresco dining with seating for 12. Unwind in front of one of two cozy fireplaces or enjoy a peaceful morning on the covered porch with swing.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13265 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

Two story authentic log construction home, built in 1936 with two fireplaces.

4 bedrooms and1 sofa/futon, 3 full bathrooms, large dining table, large kitchen and separate laundry, 2 fireplaces, large LR with sitting room, MBRM and Bath, covered porch with swing and view of mountains, nestled in pine tree forest with natural rock outcroppings. New Outdoor deck with BBQ, patio lights, and dining table that seats 12. Fire pit with seating.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,854 square feet

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Interior

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  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
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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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Beware of wild animals and cattle grazing. No rock climbing.
When checking out please strip beds, place linens in Laundry Rm
No food allowed in second floor bedrooms.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please read special house rules.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

House Custer
Vrbo Property
House Private vacation home
House Private vacation home Custer

About the neighborhood

Map
Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Custer State Park - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 16 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 19 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Two story authentic log construction home, built in 1936 with two fireplaces. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Two story authentic log construction home, built in 1936 with two fireplaces.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two story authentic log construction home, built in 1936 with two fireplaces.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Two story authentic log construction home, built in 1936 with two fireplaces. located?

This family-friendly Custer vacation home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of French Creek Park, Way Park, and Harbach Centennial Park. Gates Park and Rocky Knolls Golf Course are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Two story authentic log construction home, built in 1936 with two fireplaces. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great historic home and so close to everything! The house was huge and perfect for our family vacation. We had everything we needed and the hosts met us to welcome us when we arrived.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ranell W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and spacious cabin! Very clean and great views! Close to many great things to do in the Custer area. The hosts were excellent, helpful, and accommodating! Highly recommend for stays in the Black Hills area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patty M.

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

Great Stay

We found your cabin to be very cozy and charming and loved our stay. Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

April T., Keller, TX

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

Amazing stay!

The owners were super communicative and helpful. The property was maintained well. We will visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Amy R.

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

Great cabin in a beautiful area!

Had a great time at this cabin. Loved the outdoor area, just wish it wasn’t so close to the main road. They had fun outdoor and indoor games for the kids, the kitchen had just about everything you would need. Cheryl was friendly and gave us a full tour of the cabin when checking in. Great place for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

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

Beautiful cabin

Perfect for a larger family. The cabin was beautiful and just as described. Very nice to be able to relax comfortably after long days exploring. Lots of amenities. Excellent location. Would definitely recommend to friends.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy M.

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

Homey and Relaxing

A group of 6 of us stayed in the cabin for 4 nights and found it delightful. It was clean and comfortable. The (2) porches were amazing places to sit and relax with a cup of coffee. We grilled out one evening on the BBQ grill and ate outside. Perfect setting!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt N.

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

A lovely place for a group in the Southern Hills

This was a great place for my family of 6 to have ample space for fun and relaxation. The cabin was very clean and comfortable. The location is just outside of Custer, which made driving around very convenient. The trade off is some highway noise, which was only noticeable when we were on the deck. As a bonus, it was nice to have the Mickelson trail so close. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

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

What a property

This place had it all. It made our stay in Custer for the roundup that more special!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

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

Wonderful Vacation!

We loved this lodge/cabin. It's in a great location, great scenery on the grounds, and wonderful owners. Cheryl and Frank are very welcoming and gave great suggestions for outings and eating places. The lodge/cabin was very clean and had everything you could need for an away from home stay. We thoroughly enjoyed staying in a unique, historical cabin. We definitely will be contacting them when vacationing in the area again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

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

Custer gem

Beautiful cabin located near all the attractions! The pictures don’t do it justice. It has everything you could ever need and more! The owners were so attentive and helpful throughout our entire stay. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli B., Grantsville, United States

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

Beautiful location!

We stayed at this property for a family reunion. It was the perfect size for our family. Beautiful location, comfortable furnishings. Owners were easy to communicate with. I really appreciated that the owners let us know upfront that the week we booked was the Sturgis motorcycle rally. We decided to keep it booked anyway and have no regrets. Would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Wonderful!

My family and I had a wonderful stay at this lovely cabin near Custer. This was a perfect homebase for exploring Custer State Park, The Needles, Mount Rushmore and the Badlands. The cabin was spacious, comfortable and well stocked. The hosts were friendly and responsive. We loved the freshly baked banana bread!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Best host ever

If you are in Mt Rushmore, this is the place to stay. It is very close to crazy horse, custer state park and Mt Rushmore memorial park. Host Cherly and her husband are exceptionally amazing host. They personally welcomed our family, they also had some goodies for our family. We had amazing experience .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen S.

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

Family Reunion

Perfect! Each family had their own rooms, bed numbers fit us exactly. Ample parking, fire pit was great and kitchen had absolutely everything we needed. We want to make this an annual trip to this same house! Kids loved the rocks to climb and enjoyed "Martin" the Marmet when he showed up. Even the cows were friendly! Host was a dear.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great family space

Location was perfect except that it’s so close to the highway. Lots of noise. Had to sleep with windows open as there is no air conditioning. Perfect for families. Lots of space. Clean. Everything you’d need to stay was available.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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

Great Cabin Close to all the fun activities eastern South Dakota has to offer!

Clean, cute cabin with everything we needed for our 4 night stay in Custer. The hosts were great at working with us and I loved the little welcome basket Cheryl put together. Very nice couple, with all the nice details. We enjoyed our stay very much! You won’t regret booking this cabin (although we were in need of serving bowls and a cookie sheet so bring your own if you need those items, everything else was plentiful) but we improvised with other items. This stay was a much needed respite for our family after an emotionally challenging year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott.Kirsten M.

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

Nice stay!

Overall, this is a wonderful place to stay, with nice accommodations and plenty of space to spread out. A few things would improve the stay - a fan in every room or better yet window air conditioning units since the swamp coolers didn't function properly. Also, a mirror in every room would be appreciated. The washing machine put tiny holes in a couple of new shirts that were washed in it, so check that out. Thanks for plenty of dishes and pans. You do need to replace one of the frying pans since the handle is about to come off, and the carbon monoxide is outdated and needs to be replaced, as well. Addressing these items will improve the stay for future guests. Thank you for sharing your lovely place with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check-in was easy and the owners are wonderful. very well equipped kitchen and lots of space for everyone. Beautiful piece of property, we will be back!.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Cabin house close to custer

We had a great stay and plenty of room and beds for our party of 12! Clean and comfortable, and close to town but just far enough way from town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Nikki R.

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

Family Vacation

The cabin was nice. The location was great, close to town yet, far enough away that you still felt like you were in a quiet place. There were a lot of beds for people to sleep. They weren't overly comfortable, but they worked. The mosquitos were very bad and it was unseasonably hot when we stayed there. There was no ac, and when it gets to 97 degrees everyday, it was quite hot. I would stay there again, but only in the cooler months since there is no ac. Overall it was a nice getaway with family. I've never stayed somewhere like this, I'd suggest taking pics of things that you notice are damaged to the property and let owners know so that you don't get charged or blamed for something you didn't do. There was an etching on the table of a make of nobody in our family and we never removed the tablecloth on the table, so I didn't know it was even there. We didn't get charged, but still something to be aware of if you are new to this process.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Wonderful Family Experience

Beautiful cabin setting close to Custer but far enough away from everything to enjoy campfires and porch swings. Our family and grandkids had a wonderful time and Cheryl and Frank were such great hosts! The banana bread was delicious
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

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

Couples trip to side by side in the Black Hills

We loved our stay at the Blessing log cabin. It was roomy and comfy, with lots of space for us. The host & hostess are very accommodating & good to work with. Loved the homemade goodies they left for us. Would definitely recommend this property, the convenience of being close to town was a plus! Thank you Frank & Cheryl for sharing your beautiful property!!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Rena G.

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

NICE LOCATION

Overall a very enjoyable stay. Location in Custer was excellent to area activities. There were some areas of the home that were in need of repair and looked like they had been this way for sometime. Nice home for a larger group.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

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

Wonderful Historic Cabin

It was a beautiful Cabin rural yet close to downtown Custer. Tea or coffee in the morning on the dexk overlooking the Bulls was an add benefit.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024