Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Garage parking available
Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7
Popular amenities
Garage parking available
Dog-friendly
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Deck or patio
Internet
Explore the area
Custer, SD
Gates Park
Place, Gates Park
7 min drive
Rocky Knolls Golf Course
Place, Rocky Knolls Golf Course
8 min drive
1881 Courthouse Museum
Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
10 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Separate dining area
About this property
Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest
Elk Haven is a collection of 5 cabins on a 7 acre property located in the Black Hills, on the edge of Custer, SD. Our Cabins are ideal for families, reunions, hunters and group gatherings ...as well as a romantic getaway for two. Because our cabins are centrally located to all the area's wonderful Black Hills and Mt. Rushmore attractions, it's only minutes until you're back "Home" to rest and enjoy the natural beauty and serenity right off the deck of your Black Hills cabin. There is a master bedroom with queen bed and closet, with direct access to a spacious bathroom with a shower. The loft area above is divided for privacy and has 2 queen beds. There is also a living and dining room area. Each cabin has a full kitchen with all the amenities of home which include stove, refrigerator, toaster, coffee pot, blender, dinnerware, silverware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, bakeware; everything down to spice rack, dish/hand soap, hand and paper towels. Each Cabin has it own private deck with outdoor furniture, BBQ with tools, and great views of wildlife! Elk Haven is a great space for a family to spread out and get comfortable and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Black Hills. Check out our newest property located just 3/4 of a mile up the road past the cabins. The Bluebird's Nest is a brand new garage apartment with a master bedroom and bunk room. It has one Twin XL and one Full size bed in the bunk room, Queen bed in master bedroom, and queen pullout couch in the living room. The kitchen has a full size refridgerator/dishwasher and microwave. Bathroom with double vanity. This location has heat and A/C. Property backs up to Forest Service and view of Crazy Horse. Peaceful and beautiful location. - Elk Haven is a collection of 5 cabins on a 7 acre property located in the Black Hills, on the edge of Custer, SD. Our Cabins are ideal for families, reunions, hunters and group gatherings ...as well as a romantic getaway for two. Because our cabins are centrally located to all the area's wonderful Black Hills and Mt. Rushmore attractions, it's only minutes until you're back "Home" to rest and enjoy the natural beauty and serenity right off the deck of your Black Hills cabin. There is a master bedroom with queen bed and closet, with direct access to a spacious bathroom with a shower. The loft area above is divided for privacy and has 2 queen beds. There is also a living and dining room area. Each cabin has a full kitchen with all the amenities of home which include stove, refrigerator, toaster, coffee pot, blender, dinnerware, silverware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, bakeware; everything down to spice rack, dish/hand soap, hand and paper towels. Each Cabin has it own private deck with outdoor furniture, BBQ with tools, and great views of wildlife! Elk Haven is a great space for a family to spread out and get comfortable and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the Black Hills. Check out our newest property located just 3/4 of a mile up the road past the cabins. The Bluebird's Nest is a brand new garage apartment with a master bedroom and bunk room. It has one Twin XL and one Full size bed in the bunk room, Queen bed in master bedroom, and queen pullout couch in the living room. The kitchen has a full size refridgerator/dishwasher and microwave. Bathroom with double vanity. This location has heat and A/C. Property backs up to Forest Service and view of Crazy Horse. Peaceful and beautiful location.
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Property # 2033087vb
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
About the area
Custer
Custer is home to this chalet. 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 Granite Sports are also worth visiting.
Four Mile Old West Town Museum - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
Getting around
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 69 min drive
Restaurants
Dairy Queen - 9 min drive
Miner's Cup - 11 min drive
Frontier Bar And Grill - 10 min drive
VFW Post #3442 - 10 min drive
Skogen Kitchen - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest pet-friendly?
Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest?
As of 15 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest on 22 June 2026 start from NZ$451, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Elk Haven Vacation Cabins, Custer SD, The Blue Bird's Nest located?
Situated in Custer, this chalet is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Rocky Knolls Golf Course and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Gates Park. Black Hills National Forest and Grand Magic Show are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The hosts of the Blue Birds nest are super friendly and helpful. The place was super cute and perfect for our groups to stay in. Would definitely stay again.
This home was in a beautiful and convenient location close to everything you want to see in the Black Hills. The unit was well appointed and very clean, and the hosts were quick to respond to any needs.
The Blue Bird's nest was such a perfect spot for our family of 5. We did lots of sight seeing during the day, but loved coming back to a picturesque spot to relax in the evenings. Such a beautiful property, off the main roads, fully stocked apartment, and wonderful accommodating hosts!
Would definitely stay again!
You can see Crazy Horse from the hill on this property! Close to Custer State Park, Mt. Rushmore and Crazy Horse. Very clean and new construction. Great hosts.
The place was great for my family and I. The bedrooms were great size and kitchen met all our needs. The cabin is a bit tucked was exactly what we wanted and only minutes away from downtown to your town fix. Owner very nice and respectful.
What a beautiful, cozy apartment! Our family loved staying right on the edge of the forest and being surrounded by nature. Beth was an efficient communicator and gracious host.
Stayed with a friend and used it as a base for exploring the Black Hills and Badlands over four days. Incredibly convenient and central location while safely and quietly located in a quiet neighborhood, just minutes from Custer.
The property is gorgeous and the amenities were all as described with generously proportioned rooms. We were very pleased with our entire stay and would recommend highly.
Nearly new, well maintained apartment above owner’s new garage. Interior so warm, welcoming, large; comfy bed. Well supplied kitchen with nice new appliances. Quiet—about 2 miles out away from Custer, yet close to anttractions. Owners friendly and hospitable.
The Blue Bird Nest cabin was the perfect choice for us. It was clean and comfortable with a well-stocked kitchen where we cooked our meals each night after a day of hiking the various trails in Custer State Park. The views from the cabin are picturesque and we saw lots of dear in the area. The owners live on the property, but gave us complete privacy and were available by text if we needed anything (which we didn’t). The town of Custer is a few miles away and has lots of nice restaurants and a supermarket. By the end of our stay, we felt like this cabin in the woods gave us the complete experience.
This apartment is set in such a beautiful setting, surrounded by the best Black Hills hillsides. The kids found plenty of fun on the rocks and hillside surrounding the cabin.
You are technically right beside the property owner, but you feel miles away from civilization with an entrance that opens facing away from the homeowner's home. The house is clean, easy to use, and had plenty of room for our family of four. The property owners were available when needed and were friendly to chat with. We hope to make it back again someday!
Stephanie T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Christine C.
20 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Retired Couple
Nice place in a beautiful area. Reached out several times to get check in information as requested on the site and never received a response. Had to call and leave a message and finally got a return call with our check in information. Created a stressful situation since we had been traveling and needed this info to plan our timeline.
Christine C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
About the host
Hosted by Beth Paulson
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests