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#5 Buffalo Cabin at Ponderosa Place

Cabin with kitchen, near Black Hills National Forest

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Living room with AC unit
Living room with AC unit
Living room with AC unit
Living room with AC unit
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
  • Place, Crazy Horse Memorial
  • Place, Sylvan Lake

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Living room

2 Double Futons

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

#5 Buffalo Cabin at Ponderosa Place

NO PETS

#5 BUFFALO CABIN
| Kitchen | Dining Table | Living Room | Front Patio | 1 Queen Bedroom | 1 Sofa Sleeper | 1 Futon | Full Bathroom |

The Cabin
All our cabins at Ponderosa Place feature vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors and log accents. Kitchens have everything you need to cook except ovens... Stove tops, Fridge, Microwave, Coffee pot, all dishes, pots, pans, utensils are provided. Each cabin has AC units to help you cool down as well as cove heat if you are visiting in the cooler months. All linens and towels are provided along with basic soaps.

Outside Space
Cool off in the shared back yard with gentle log swing and seating area all under our huge willow tree. Or stretch your legs and let the kids burn some energy off in the two shared large front yards! There is a swing set for the kiddos, and 2 firepits for evening enjoyment.

Location, Location, Location!
Located just a few blocks off the main street in Custer you can walk to the grocery store along with shopping and restaurants!

Cabin Listings- No pets, No events, No family reunions, No weddings
Lodge (10 guests) – 1214298
Cabin 1 (6 guests)- 1267286
Cabin 2 (4 guests)- 1264680
Cabin 3 (2 guests)- 1343428
Cabin 4 (6 guests)- 1268036
Cabin 5 (6 guests)- 1267490
Cabin 6 (4 guests)- 1267332

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please see all of our policies on out website at blackhillsponderosaplace.com

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Custer

Custer is home to this cabin. Travellers 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. Needles Highway and Granite Sports are also worth visiting.
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Map
Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Custer State Park - 10 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 15 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 31 min drive - 27.4 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Black Hills Burger & Bun CO - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is #5 Buffalo Cabin at Ponderosa Place pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at #5 Buffalo Cabin at Ponderosa Place?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at #5 Buffalo Cabin at Ponderosa Place?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is #5 Buffalo Cabin at Ponderosa Place located?

Situated in Custer, this cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of Big Rock Park and Black Hills National Forest. Harbach Centennial Park and Way Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay! Very convenient to downtown! We would stay at the Ponderosa Place again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay after a day of exploring South Dakota. A little small for 6 people, but we basically just needed a place to eat and sleep and we had no issues.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Great Stay

This was a great little stop for us! We would loved to have a stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Breanna L.

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

Cute, quaint and comfortable!

This is the place to stay in Custer! The canine was adorable and had everything and more we needed. Loved how close to downtown and amenities it was. It was very clean and well taken care of. Would 10/10 recommend for anyone looking for a nice place to stay in the heart of Custer!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah W.

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

Clean, comfortable and charming

This was such a charming cabin, from the tasteful decor to the sparkling clean bathroom to the extra towels stocked on a shelf in case we needed more than 2. We really appreciated the welcome binder of information about Custer. Crystal included her # in case of any issues but we didn’t have any! Such a comfy stay, thank you Crystal!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

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

Perfect!

The property and cabin was just as advertised. Never did speak with the host due to everything was ready and very simple. Fire pit and grill were clean and stocked. Location to town was so close! We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan L.

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

A Nice Surprise

Our stay in the Buffalo Room was great with some added fun features. Chrystal provided a great binder that answered all possible questions and each room has an outside grill and it was peaceful sitting by the fire pit during the evening hours. The overall price made it especially worth while. Dan & Virginia - Augusta, Ga.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fairly rustic, but not overly so. The property was as expected. We found it comfortable. (The bed actually was comfortable!) Could use a dresser.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute place, super close to town. Very clean!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine C.

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

Perfect Little Stay

Easy check in (key in lock box), great location, good amount of room for a short stay with 2 adults and 2 kids. I walked in the morning to the coffee shop (about a mile round trip). Custer is a very cool city with good restaurants. Stayed here to see Mount Rushmore, which is about 30 minutes away. This place has AC, which we needed (it was about 95 degrees when we were here). Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was great - location was very convenient for our trip & close to family staying in the same area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We used Custer as our "hub" for traveling South Dakota sights. This stay was perfect! We had plenty of room for two parents and two kids. (Kids were happy not to share a bed--one took the futon, one took the pullout couch). They loved having the yard out from to swing and play tetherball. Crystal was super responsive and helpful with anything we needed. She also set us up with a binder of restaurant suggestions that made dining easy. Our experience was terrific!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol F.

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

Cozy lodging

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Cabin 5 at Ponderosa Place. It’s conveniently located near Black Hills landmarks with access to local dining. Appreciated MeTV, WiFi and a fully supplied kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patti J.

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

4 wheel adventure

Excellent
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Great base camp location, very small space

Very clean, easy to check in and out. Quiet neighborhood with easy access to all the Black Hills sites. All other visitors were quiet and considerate. Cabin is small and shower is very small. Listing is not clear about the actual size. Larger and/or physically challenged people might have difficulties. 6 adults in this space would be unpleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie I.

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

Cute Place

This was such a cute place. We were just passing through and only stayed one night but it work great for us. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

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

Enjoyable Short 2 Day Stay

As advertized. Close enough to the town main street with total privacy. Enjoyable stay, all the comforts of home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
They did a very good job
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Enjoyable Stay

Great communication and good set-up. Had everything that we needed, AC worked and well apportioned.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Felicia S.

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

Location

Close to everything!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Perfect place to stay for day trips

Great trip location was perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

RONALD N.

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

Far Exceeded Our Expectations

This was our first trip to Custer and we weren't sure what to expect. We stayed 4 nights in the Buffalo Cabin at Pondeosa Place. We loved it so much we wanted to rearrange the second part of our vacation and stay here longer. The cabins and property are modest but are meticulously cleaned and cared for. We were very surprised at how nice the inside of the cabin is. The furniture, bedding and kitchen all seem new. The entire inside was spotless. The owner is super friendly and helpful and made us feel at home. The property is just a couple of blocks from downtown. We walked to everything in town. The town of Custer has a fair share of restaurants, coffee shops and even a brew pub. It never felt crowded and everyone was really friendly. The surrounding area is jaw-droppingly beautiful. We have zero complaints about anything and are already planning our next visit to the Ponderosa Place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad C.

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

Black Hills and Badlands area

Property was great for what we had planned while visiting the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

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

Perfect place

We very much enjoyed our time. The place was very clean. The host provided coffee which was a plus. Close to town and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Great place to stay

Very easy to find locatiton, directions were clear, checkin process was easy. Clean and well kept.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

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Hosted by Crystal Carlin

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