Deer Haven Nestled in the Forest

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Custer, SD

Custer State Park18 min drive
Crazy Horse Memorial27 min drive
Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road33 min drive
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional)64 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Common Space

2 Double Sofa Beds

Downstairs bedroom

2 Single Beds

Loft bedroom

2 Double Beds

Main floor bedroom

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

Enjoy the convenience of being close to Black Hills attractions, with the beauty of the forest around you. Deer Haven is located East of the historic town of Custer and only miles to the main entrance to Custer State Park. Roast marshmallows by the fire pit or hike in the nearby forest; relaxing here is easy to do. With it being nestled in the trees, yet so convenient to town and all the sites, this cabin is a great choice for those visiting the area.

Watch the visiting wildlife and enjoy the views from the beautiful covered deck or unwind in the evenings after sightseeing by the firepit. Deer Haven is completely furnished, including towels and linens. The fully equipped kitchen includes a refrigerator, stove, microwave, coffee maker, dishes, and cooking utensils. This cabin can sleep up to 12 people (10 adults and 2 children).

Planning a trip to the hills to ATV/UTV? This cabin is located near Hazelrodt Road (.5 miles away) which connects to forest service roads and offers many options for riding around. Guests visiting with motorcycles will have less than 2 miles of gravel to the highway and an oversized carport to use. Please note, the garage and indoor fireplace are not available for guests use.

If you're looking for a wonderful combination of wilderness and location with a larger group, the Deer Haven is the perfect getaway for your Black Hills vacation!

*Pets are allowed with additional pet fee.

Property manager

Rushmore Vacation Rentals

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Pets not allowed at this property

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

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

About the area

Custer

This cabin is located in Custer. While the natural beauty of Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Sylvan Lake. Needles Highway and Sylvan Rocks Climbing School are also worth visiting.

Custer, SD

What's nearby

French Creek - 11 min drive
Custer State Park - 18 min drive
Sylvan Lake - 21 min drive
Crazy Horse Memorial - 27 min drive
Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 33 min drive

Getting around

Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - 11 min drive
Purple Pie Place - 12 min drive
Blue Bell Lodge - 22 min drive
Gold Pan Saloon - 11 min drive
Dairy Queen - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deer Haven Nestled in the Forest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Deer Haven Nestled in the Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deer Haven Nestled in the Forest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Deer Haven Nestled in the Forest located?

Situated in Custer, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Black Hills National Forest, 1881 Courthouse Museum and Grand Magic Show. Monument Health Custer Hospital and French Creek are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

orville o.

9 October 2023

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

reunion

All six of us were in peace service in Nigeria 50+ years ago. This year we met here and enjoyed each other, the cozy space of the house for much conversation and the sights and scenes of the Black Hills.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

1 October 2023

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

none

great!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Richard H.

5 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Disliked: Communication, location

Good location BUT Find Another

The location is good- 5 miles from Custer and easy access to Custer State Park. The grounds are quiet with abundant wildlife viewing and (mostly) quiet neighbors. BUT The cabin essentially has three bedrooms. One is in a dank and musty walkout basement in need of updating; one is on the main floor and is right off the kitchen and quite small; the third and largest is in the attic. None of the bedrooms have a queen or king to accommodate adult partners. They all have 2 separate beds. Great for kids, but where do adults sleep? So, if there are pairs (say, my wife and I looking for a weekend away with the kids), we are stuck in separate beds...Why would a cabin not have a master? Also, there was a bit of false advertising...the cabin has air conditioning, BUT the largest bedroom, the one in the ATTIC, does NOT. A box fan was provided, but we were still roasting. Good thing we had separate beds...Also, the indoor fireplace advertised in the photos is not available for guest use. Another issue- the access road is over a mile and not paved. Hope you don't mind stone chips, dust, and a new alignment for your vehicle. The neighborhood is many single wides with junk cars and occasional 7 am target practice. The cabin uses a management company, unresponsive to my inquiries about specific amenities. After two inquiries, they finally responded...but I was already there In summary, as with any rental, there are pros and cons. I would not choose this place again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023