10/10 Excellent
Julie T.
7 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julie T.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Cabin
Amazing Cabin on 15 Acres of Woods Adjacent to Custer State Park
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 8213.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Custer, SD
- Custer State Park9 min drive
- Stockade Lake9 min drive
- Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road29 min drive
- Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)85 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Living Room 1
1 Single Futon
Loft
4 Single Beds
Lower Bedroom
1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed
Master
1 King Bed
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Main
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Amazing Cabin on 15 Acres of Woods Adjacent to Custer State Park
The Laughin Place allows you to spend less of your precious family and vacation time driving and spend more of that precious time doing the things that matter. Right in the middle of it all, with easy access to highways and attractions, The Laughin' Place is a mile high, and is nearly surrounded by both the fabulous Custer State Park and the spectacular Black Hills National Forest. Both offer you easy access to hundreds and hundreds of acres of hiking, animal sighting, and exploring. So close to everything, yet so private.
Our cabin is a tri level home, very easy and comfortable. Much of it is finished in knotty pine, with a soaring slate chimney. The kitchen is updated with hickory cabinets, side by side refrigerator and glass top range. We have all the conveniences you'd expect at home. The loft looks out over the living room below, and features a door leading to its own private outdoor deck. The lower level features an impressive slate wall, a second kitchen, and walks out on to our lush yard.
Bathrooms remodeled and refreshed in 2021. Walk in showers in both bathrooms now, a nice update.
The main floor master bedroom has a king size TempurPedic bed. The loft has two twin beds and also a day bed with a trundle if you need it. The lower bedroom has a queen size bed and also a futon if desired. The lower level den has a full size pull out sofa.
Our expansive decks allow a person or two to relax with a quiet cup of coffee in the morning sun. Later on, you can watch the evening shadows fall, reliving your day with friends and family around the propane fire table.
The Laughin' Place is ideally located for your Black Hills vacation plans. Custer State Park is literally a stone's throw. Custer City is quick trip by car or an easy bike ride, coming and going. Outdoor fun abounds in every direction. Biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, running and exploring.
From The Laughin' Place:
Mickelson Trail .8 mile
Stockade Lake 1 mile
Custer State Park west entrance 1.5 miles
Custer 4 miles
Crazy Horse Monument 9 miles
Poet's Table ???
Sylvan Lake/Needles Highway 10 miles
Wind Cave National Park 11 miles
Jewel Cave National Monument 17 miles
Hill City 18 miles
Mount Rushmore/Keystone 22 miles
Rapid City 42 miles
Badlands National Park 50 miles
Historic Deadwood 60 miles
Terry Peak Ski Area 65 miles
Our cabin is a tri level home, very easy and comfortable. Much of it is finished in knotty pine, with a soaring slate chimney. The kitchen is updated with hickory cabinets, side by side refrigerator and glass top range. We have all the conveniences you'd expect at home. The loft looks out over the living room below, and features a door leading to its own private outdoor deck. The lower level features an impressive slate wall, a second kitchen, and walks out on to our lush yard.
Bathrooms remodeled and refreshed in 2021. Walk in showers in both bathrooms now, a nice update.
The main floor master bedroom has a king size TempurPedic bed. The loft has two twin beds and also a day bed with a trundle if you need it. The lower bedroom has a queen size bed and also a futon if desired. The lower level den has a full size pull out sofa.
Our expansive decks allow a person or two to relax with a quiet cup of coffee in the morning sun. Later on, you can watch the evening shadows fall, reliving your day with friends and family around the propane fire table.
The Laughin' Place is ideally located for your Black Hills vacation plans. Custer State Park is literally a stone's throw. Custer City is quick trip by car or an easy bike ride, coming and going. Outdoor fun abounds in every direction. Biking, hiking, fishing, kayaking, running and exploring.
From The Laughin' Place:
Mickelson Trail .8 mile
Stockade Lake 1 mile
Custer State Park west entrance 1.5 miles
Custer 4 miles
Crazy Horse Monument 9 miles
Poet's Table ???
Sylvan Lake/Needles Highway 10 miles
Wind Cave National Park 11 miles
Jewel Cave National Monument 17 miles
Hill City 18 miles
Mount Rushmore/Keystone 22 miles
Rapid City 42 miles
Badlands National Park 50 miles
Historic Deadwood 60 miles
Terry Peak Ski Area 65 miles
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are loved!
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Custer
Located in Custer, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Needles Highway and South Dakota State Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Custer, SD
What's nearby
- Custer State Park - 9 min drive - 4.6 km
- Stockade Lake - 9 min drive - 2.9 km
- Sylvan Lake - 22 min drive - 20.0 km
- Crazy Horse Memorial - 23 min drive - 19.0 km
- Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 29 min drive - 21.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Miner's Cup - 6 min drive
- Black Hills Burger & Bun CO - 7 min drive
- Purple Pie Place - 8 min drive
- Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - 7 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Donald T.
28 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Donald T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Linnea G.
16 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Linnea G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Zac M.
25 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zac M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
David R.
24 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin
David R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sheila J.
7 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway spot
Sheila J.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cheryl S.
30 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 generation get away
Cheryl S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Holly D.
24 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vaca
Holly D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steven F.
17 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fowler
Steven F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Howard and Gina B.
22 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Custer
Howard and Gina B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Greg P.
17 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun stay
Greg P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Julie B.
9 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sept 2024 buffalo roundup accomodations
Julie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Courtney J.
11 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and great for families
Courtney J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joel K.
6 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and setting
Joel K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Steve B.
2 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location Location Location
Steve B.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan J.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding in Custer
Susan J.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda L.
17 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very relaxing
Linda L.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Linda S.
1 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Eureka!
Linda S.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Melinda F.
15 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful - Great location
Melinda F.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Erin G., Woodbury, MN
28 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 generation family vacation
Erin G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Harvey W.
20 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Great Base for Black Hills exploration, discovery and fun.
Harvey W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
MinDee S.
7 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning views. Cozy location
MinDee S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rav M.
10 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Miracle in South Dakota
Rav M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Betty G.
24 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Black Hills Adventure
Betty G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Damon P.
14 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, fantastic location
Damon P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
About the host
Hosted by Brett and Lori Koenecke
We're family people, professionals who were born in South Dakota and still live and work here. We've spent a lot of our family time in the Black Hills over the years and so very many of our family memories have "the Hills" in the background.
Why they chose this property
The Laughin' Place wasn't easy to find. We looked for years to find a cabin property which is in the middle of everything and still just a bit out of the way. Our place is a great base for a Black Hills adventure, no matter how many days. We have a place which is so close to everything yet still so private. With the Park on two sides and the Forest on a third, no one will be seeing many human neighbors from our windows and decks. Trees, rocks, hills, flowers, grass, deer, turkeys, foxes, chipmunks and more.
What makes this property unique
Our place is close to town without feeling like it, really at all. Easy to get in and out and onto the highway system for your day trips around the Black Hills. Fun to use a back entrance into the park as well. You'll be finding the places that others don't see on their trips.
Languages:
English
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