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Tranquil Trailside

Holiday home in Custer with kitchen and patio

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front of the house driveway view
pond in the backyard (not stocked with fish as it is too shallow)
1st bedroom
1st bedroom
2nd bedroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Crazy Horse Memorial
  • Place, Custer State Park
  • Place, Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil Trailside

Tranquil Trailside is located just 5 miles out side of the historic City of Custer off a paved and well maintained road. This beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house comes furnished and ready for you and your family to enjoy their next get away. Come kick back and rest in this peaceful 2 acre setting with a full length back patio overlooking a pond, farm land, and the Mickelson Trail. Also included is an attached, enclosed 2 car garage to keep your ride dry and safe during your stay.

Main Bedroom has a King size bed with matching dresser for convenient clothes storage during your stay. The Main Bedroom has an en-suite that, if desired, can be accessed (or shut off) from the hallway. This bathroom has an oversized tub and separate shower.
2nd Bedroom has a Queen size bed, dresser and closet.
3rd Bedroom is equipped with a bunk bed that is full size on both top and bottom with a single trundle underneath.
Living room has 2 comfortable Futon Sofas which easily fold out for sleeping or made up for lounging. Extra linens for futons provided.
2nd Bathroom has an easy access shower, toilet and single sink.

Kitchen is well equipped with most all that you would need to prepare for meals with the family. There is a gas stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, Keurig, utensils, dishes, cups and a good amount of counter space!
Clothes washer and dryer are in the hallway and available for your use.
Patio has a gas grill, table and chairs for enjoying those quiet evenings outside enjoying the Black Hills.
The back yard is spacious enough for a family football game! There is a very small pond in the back yard. NO FISH though ... the pond has proved to be too shallow for winter life!

If Trailside doesn't meet your needs exactly take a look at Cozy Creekside Cottage. Creekside is a little smaller but still well stocked and just walking distance from the amenities of Custer City. The VRBO listing number for Creekside is 1160594.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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
No 3rd party booking
We cannot allow electric vehicles to be charged on property. Electricity is very expensive in Custer. We will retain security deposit for expense.

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Custer

Located in Custer, this holiday home is near theme parks. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 24 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Needles Highway - 27 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 27 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Custer State Park - 39 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 43 min drive - 39.2 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Trailside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Trailside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Trailside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Trailside located?

Situated in Custer, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of French Creek Park, Grand Magic Show and 1881 Courthouse Museum. Way Park and Harbach Centennial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beverly M.

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

Wonderful

Our stay was great, the hosts were wonderful! The house was so cute and very clean. We truly enjoyed our stay and will book here again on our next trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne P.

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

Great home plus access to bike trail

We had three older couples, taking our electric bikes for a week of biking and enjoying the beautiful area. This was a wonderful home access to the trail just out the backyard. It was very private and cozy but yet close to town and amenities. We have everything we need home is beautifully decorated and this was probably one of the most responsive host we've ever had. We were returning her at the recommendation of one of the members of our group and we will come back again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

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

Home away from home

We enjoyed our stay here so much that we changed our ideal vacation days next year to accommodate what they have open. Great communication, clean, stocked with the basics and more! Outdoor patio with a gas fire pit for the evening was so relaxing. Truly a home away from home for us!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

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

Black Hills Getaway

Very cute house. Ideal location to setup base camp and explore the Black Hills. Can’t beat the view off the back porch!! Drinking a cup of coffee and watching the Deer play across the meadow. What a wonderful home. Definitely recommend staying here. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony m.

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

Great house for the family to relax

The pictures don't do this place justice. We were slightly unsure about booking this based on pictures, but we were wrong. You feel at home staying here! Sitting on the back porch and looking at the tranquil back yard. The house is on a main road, but you would never know it. Very comfortable beds, plenty of towels and anything you would need in the kitchen. Everything is labeled for easy findings in the house. The host has gone out of the way to make your stay great. They even had sandwich bags, tin foil, bug spray, candles if power went out, etc...We came for all the tourist activities and hiking and this house was great to come home to for a family of 6. Guest book on the table has all great compliments and is booked every week!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Clean well kept place to stay. Owners were very accommodating.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrisia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet and convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was very clean and ready to move into. We thoroughly enjoyed the scenic view of the pine covered hills across from the property and spent a lot of time relaxing and enjoying the horses that grazed there. The Mickelson Trail is within feet from the home and provides great opportunities for hiking or riding a bike.My family found it relaxing and rejuvenating !The owner provided thorough directions and answered all of our questions.I would highly recommend this as a VRBO rental !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

Home away from home

We prefer home settings as opposed to hotel stays. This was a great location without hustle and bustle while also being in relatively close proximity to various attractions. This was a cozy cabin-like home and all enjoyed their stay! We had 6 adults and a 14th month old so accommodated all of us nicely!!Host was very timely with communication! Highly recommend and would stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great property! We all enjoyed being so close, to so many great places.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Family time

We have been going to the Black Hills for the last 30 years and really enjoy the area. Our family wanted to see the Buffalo Round up, Needles Highway, Wildlife Loop, and Mt. Rushmore. We also visited the various shops that featured local artists. The house we stayed at was wonderful. It was very clean and well supplied.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan T.

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

Wonderful Stay

Home was clean and the views were fantastic. Loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad H.

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

Another great stay

This is the second time we stayed here and would certainly stay again and recommend to all. Clean, nice amenities, including washer/dryer, garage, grilll and fire pit and the beds were comfortable! A little glitch when we were waiting for our checkin code, but resolved VERY quickly, did not and would not hinder another stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris d.

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

Very nice place, quiet and peaceful.

Awesome place to stay, would love to rent it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate G.

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

Everything we needed. . .and more

This home is great. The owners have anticipated every need a guest might have and then have gone above and beyond to meet those needs. Items in the kitchen as well as linens, towels, etc. throughout the house are easily found in labeled cupboards and drawers. Our group of 4 bicyclists riding the Mickelson Trail found the location of the house (right on the trail) as well as the huge garage for bike storage a major perk. And finally, the hosts were incredibly accommodating and responsive to our correspondences prior to our arrival. We would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Willy W.

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

Great place to stay

Great location, clean, cozy. We loved our stay here and the owners were so kind and helpful. Communication was easy and questions were answered promptly. Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah J.

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

Great spot!

We thoroughly enjoyed this roomy cabin! Space for so many people - great for families and bigger groups. Well-stocked kitchen and adorably decorated. Conveniently close to the town of Custer, but far enough away to be a more quiet, private setting. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

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

Great for families

This was our second time renting tranquil trailside, our stay was just as great as the first time. House is clean, beds are comfortable, kitchen is well stocked with pots/pans/dishes/griddles/coffee makers/toaster/waffle maker/sheet pans ect.) Backyard is plenty big for outdoor play (we brought our own outdoor games), back patio is a great spot for eating and relaxing. Plenty of towels, toilet paper, paper towels and soaps to get you started. House is outside of town, but close enough for a quick run in if needed. Close to all attractions. Owners take a lot of pride in this house and are wonderful hosts. Would rent again if in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna A.

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

Great house

My family stayed here (2 adults, 2 kids) for a few days to explore the black hills. We were really happy with the house. It was a perfect size for us, super clean, and a good location for the places we wanted to go. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

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

Great Location and Owners

My family of 7 enjoyed this property. Location was great, was just a seen in the pictures and the property owners were great to communicate with. Would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Lori G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls getaway

Was further out of town than we thought but really, 5 miles is not much. Great place for us all to hang out, chat, good sized table to gather around. S'mores on the gas fireplace (no gathering of wood!) Mickelson Trail out the back yard to walk/run in any direction. Good relaxing time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

KATIE H.

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

Fun weekend

The kids loved playing in the large yard. It was great being so close to the mickelson trail, and a very easy drive into Custer. It was a great weekend getaway for our family!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S., Johns Creek

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

Beautiful

Great place to stay for all the beautiful mountain motorcycle rides in the area. Was sad to leave this wonderful house and area. See ya soon
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke J.

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

Vacation

The property was beautiful. The owners answered and responded right away when the key pad was not working, and was there within ten minutes to help. The instruction book was well put together. The house was clean! Will recommend this property to others and will hopefully be staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

deanne k.

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

Awesome place to stay

We have rented vacation rentals many times over the last 20 years. This property is one of the best we have rented. it was very clear, complete with anything needed to prepare meals. the patio was nice to set on and relax. It is close to Custer for convenience, but is secluded enough to be quiet. The property owners made check in very easy. I would recommend this property to others without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by David Andrews

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A few years ago my wife and I needed to get away ... just a little breather from the big city. Custer was only 6hrs away so we loaded up the truck and headed up. We were enjoying a relaxing ride on the 1880 train (scenic train ride out of Hill City) when we saw the sign of a house for sale. Just for grins, giggles and dreams we looked up the listing and thought it affordable. We had a 4 day trip planned and it turned into 6 and a contract with a realtor. (Just have to put in a plug here for the most loveable realtor in Custer, Anne Fuchs) Well we loved the place so much we purchased a place for us and a place for others to come and hopefully fall in love with the Black Hills just like we did.

Why they chose this property

Tranquil Trailside is close to Custer, only 5 miles, on a paved road, and only a hundred yards from the famous and historic Mickelson Trail.

What makes this property unique

Trail access is right out the back yard.

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