Cozy Ponderosa Cabin with Private Hot Tub nestled in the Central Black Hills

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12189 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Explore the area

Custer, SD

Needles Highway29 min drive
Crazy Horse Memorial32 min drive
Sylvan Lake39 min drive
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)78 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Main Bathroom - Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Master Bath - Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Ponderosa is a cedar sided cabin with 4 bedrooms all with queen beds and linens provided. There is a baby pak-n-play with linens in the Master Bedroom closet.
There is an additional sleeper sofa and a full mattress futon sleeper in the living room. Linens for the living room are in the hall closet.
There are two identical cabins and both can be rented. Nightly rate is for one cabin.
The cabins are 2032 sq feet each and have 2 full bathrooms: one with tub/shower combo and one with a garden tub and walk in shower in the master bathroom. The kitchens are fully furnished and include a microwave, toaster, crock pots, coffee maker, french press, coffee grinder, dishwasher and dining area (guests provide their own meals).
Each deck has a HOT TUB, gas grill and outdoor seating,
and each cabin has an iron and ironing board, washer and dryer - (laundry soap is provided - bring your favorite laundry aids), central air conditioning and heating, satellite TV, dvd/video player and video library.
We are located 6 miles west of Crazy Horse Mountain, 10 miles south of Hill City and 8 miles northwest of Custer and are nestled in the Black Hills National Forest with silver aspens and pines.
Step out on the deck and you are surrounded by miles of prime National Forest habitat for deer, elk and turkey as well as many other kinds of wild life. Numerous trails and logging roads invite hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding and are perfect for ATV enthusiasts. Stay in one or both - nightly rate is for one cabin. (To check availability for both cabins, message Donna through the VRBO site).

Property manager

Ray and Donna Lautenschlager

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

The Aspen with the Ponderosa in the background

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No pets unless arrangements are made with the owners. There is a $100 pet cleaning fee and a Form. Contact Ray and Donna with3 questions or requests.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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

About the area

Custer

Located in Custer, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Sylvan Lake. Traveling with kids? Consider Needles Highway and Granite Sports. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Custer, SD

What's nearby

Needles Highway - 29 min drive
Crazy Horse Memorial - 32 min drive
Jewel Cave National Monument - 33 min drive
Custer State Park - 36 min drive
Sylvan Lake - 39 min drive

Getting around

Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

Laughing Water Restaur - 24 min drive
Laughing Water Restaurant - 21 min drive

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Joan P.

9 October 2023

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

If you want absolute quiet, this is the place.

It’s a full large house which is extremely well furnished. The kitchen has everything down to the detail in utensils and cooking ware. The in room soaking bath was luxurious. The hot tub is big and the water is silky, well balanced Ph. We never turned the large TV on. The only stairs are a few getting into the house in front, some stairs below the hot tub deck where the grill stands, and the steps getting into the hot tub. It is a few miles of dirt road to get there but well worth the drive to absorb the deafening silence. We could hear the elk bugle and coyotes howl. The only drawback is one of personal preference; the bedrooms are very comfortable but the window coverings don’t darken the room very well. A heavier drape would work well. The blinds are fine. The proprietor is wonderful and most helpful answering questions about the house prior to making a reservation and giving us excellent directions to get there. This is a bit long but I just want to stress what a perfect place the Ponderosa is. We will definitely return.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda R., New Caney Texas

11 July 2023

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

Exceptionally well set up for visitors.

At this cabin it is immediately obvious that the host/hostess have thought out the needs of users. They have literally provided everything one could possibly need to enjoy a visit and not worry about "where are we going to find a coffee pot, ironing board, dishwasher, washer/dryer, tv system, linens, or virtually anything else one might need. I was tremendously impressed with both the accommodations and the response from the owners when any question was raised. Bravo and I would highly recommend you stay here!!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorri W.

27 June 2023

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

Family getaway

The house was nice and clean and plenty big for our family. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you need to make your meals. Kids especially liked the hot tub. Would stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

2 December 2022

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

Great place

Great place to stay! Fast communication with thenownwe

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelly R.

2 October 2022

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

Great place

Close to local attractions

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ray and Donna Lautenschlager

Ray and I are in our late 60's and have been married for over 40 years. We love these cabins and hope you will too!

Why they chose this property

The Mile High Retreat cabins are quiet and secluded, centrally located and easily accessible.

What makes this property unique

Great place to relax on the deck or in the hot tub with beautiful mountain views and abundant wildlife. Suitable for a small group or a large family reunion up to 24+ people.
No Pets unless arrangements are made with the owners. There is a $100 pet cleaning fee and a Pet Agreement Form- please contact Ray and Donna with any requests or questions.