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Walk to Downtown: Custer Retreat w/ Fire Pit!

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A house with a stone facade, a blue roof, and a front porch with a bench.
A swimming pool surrounded by a fenced area with a grassy lawn, a small pavilion, and a building in the background.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a green sofa, plaid armchairs, and a ceiling fan.
A spacious living room with a high ceiling fan, a green sofa, plaid armchairs, and a dining area with wooden furniture.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an onsite pool table.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Way Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, French Creek Park
    ‪6 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Additional Sleeping (Downstairs Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Additional Sleeping (Sitting Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Walk to Downtown: Custer Retreat w/ Fire Pit!

A unique and historic vacation destination awaits when you stay at this 4-bed, 3-bath South Dakota vacation rental, ‘The Custer House.’ Boasting a covered front porch, a spacious deck, a fully equipped kitchen, and access to community amenities, this home has it all! Located just minutes away from Custer State Park, Jewel Cave, hiking trails, lakes, rock climbing, and mountain biking in the Black Hills, this home ensures adventure is never far away. Book now and create unforgettable memories!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Deck | Grill

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin/Full Bunk Bed w/ Twin Trundle | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Sitting Room: Futon | Downstairs Living Area: Futon

OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered porch, outdoor seating
INDOOR LIVING: 2 Smart TVs, DVD player, video library, 2 gas fireplaces, pool table, 2 dining tables, laptop-friendly workspace, breakfast bar, 2 shower/tub combos, walk-in shower, ceiling fans, board games, books, dog kennel
KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances w/ dishwasher, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, coffee maker, ice maker, microwave, toaster, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, hair dryer, washer/dryer, laundry detergent, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: No A/C, another rental on-site, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
ACCESSIBILITY: Single-story house, 4 steps to enter
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles), RV/trailer

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Custer Branch YMCA (walking distance), Custer State Park (4 miles), Crazy Horse Memorial (5 miles), Needles Eye Tunnel (8 miles), Jewel Cave National Monument (12 miles), 1880 Train - Hill City Depot (14 miles), Comos Mystery Area (25 miles), Big Thunder Gold Mine (26 miles), Rushmore Cave (32 miles)
HIT THE TRAILS: Custer Skywalk Trailhead (1 mile), Big Rock Park (2 miles), Stockade Lake Trailhead (5 miles), Sunday Gulch Trailhead (7 miles), Little Devil’s Tower Trailhead (8 miles)
LAKE DAYS: Bismark Lake (5 miles), Stockade Lake (5 miles), Sylvan Lake (7 miles), Center Lake (13 miles), Horse Theif Lake (32 miles)
AIRPORT: Rapid City Regional Airport (49 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, max 3)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property has ceiling fans but does not offer air conditioning
- NOTE: This single-story home requires 4 steps to enter
- NOTE: There is another unit on-site; other tenants may be present during your stay
- NOTE: The Custer Branch YMCA is within walking distance if you would like to use a pool and recreation center during your stay. Please check the website for their current hours and pricing

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed
A maximum of 3 pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 7168958
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

Custer is home to this holiday home. 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. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking and hunting.
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Map
Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Way Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • French Creek Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Harbach Centennial Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Big Rock Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Black Hills Burger & Bun CO - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Calamity Jane’s Coffee Shop - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Downtown: Custer Retreat w/ Fire Pit! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Walk to Downtown: Custer Retreat w/ Fire Pit!?

As of 17 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walk to Downtown: Custer Retreat w/ Fire Pit! on 21 August 2026 start from NZ$1,706, 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 Walk to Downtown: Custer Retreat w/ Fire Pit!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Downtown: Custer Retreat w/ Fire Pit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Downtown: Custer Retreat w/ Fire Pit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Downtown: Custer Retreat w/ Fire Pit! located?

Situated in Custer, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Grand Magic Show and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Black Hills National Forest. Way Park and 1881 Courthouse Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 60 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

andrew d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Good place. Great location. Good communication. We had a fine time in Custer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

bear l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our grand children loved the property! The deer in the morning and evening were awesome! The location is amazing! We were a little bummed that we didn’t get to use pool table! Maybe remove it from the listing! The house overall is in good shape!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carmen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

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

Great place to stay

Very close to everything in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for our stay during the Lean Horse 100. We had three couples and each couple had their own bed and bathroom space. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

Great place to stay for a few days!

This property is wonderful. Very clean and well arranged for several people to stay comfortably. Close to down town and area attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Connie F.

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

Beautiful, historic home in beautiful area

The home is large, beautiful and comfortable. Area is rustic and cozy. Amenities are plentiful and well seasoned. We will definitely visit again. Perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison P.

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

Great Custer Home

Great home with ample space for the entire family. Cozy. Already sent the link to a friend traveling there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Karen R.

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

Comfortable and spacious!

Had a family gathering and had plenty of room! Amenities were great! When deck is finished it will be perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Great stay in Custer

We try to get to Custer every couple of years. This house was great - lots of room and very comfortable. We had a couple of rainy days this year so it was nice to have the extra space to spread out. Oatin was a great host and proactive in reaching out to us. The older kids like walking around downtown Custer and this was a great location, just a couple of blocks off the main strip, but still very quiet. We were surprised that there was actually a nice view off the front porch of the big CUSTER sign and some of the mountains towards the east side of town.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

We had a wonderful stay here!

We enjoyed all the room at this house. Everyone felt they had enough space. We wished there were more windows that could be opened as there was no air conditioning and it was very hot when we stayed here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis S.

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

Vintage home

Vintage home with plenty of space for family. If you are wanting sparkling new, this is not your place. Comfortable beds. Nice kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Great stay with family to celebrate nephew/grandson's graduation. Very accommodating.

We were in Custer for a graduation and the house was a wonderful option for our family. Plenty of space for people and a separate "wing" for our older parents so they didn't have to hear the louder activity when they went to bed in the evening. My mother uses a rollator walker and there was plenty of room to maneuver. We will definitely stay again... hoping for next year at graduation again 🙂
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

Spacious home in downtown Custer

Custer is a great place to be central for activities in the Black Hills. We hiked in Custer State Park and Wind Cave National Park. We visited both Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse. We had a cave tour at Jewel Cave. We rented e-bikes in Hill City for a 35 mile bike ride on the Mickelson Trail. We also drove a loop that went to Devils Tower and Deadwood. Custer has good restaurants and shopping
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

kaitlin T.

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

Cute place!

Very cute place which made a great base for our family as we spent time exploring the black hills. Good sized kitchen for cooking. Was disappointed that the decks pictured were not usable due to being under construction of some kind. No air conditioning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda B.

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

Sassy

The house accomodated our family very well and we enjoyed our stay there. The only issue was that the lawn needed to be mowed and the deck & deck furniture was in bad shape. A part of the deck was under construction.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Savannah

Charming and lovely! We will be back!

We loved this house! So cozy and homey. It’s definitely an older house but that meant there was so much charm to it! It was a great size, there were plenty of games, books and movies available for our use. The pool table was a great added amenity. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. We especially loved that a dog crate was available for use. We plan to come back with a bigger group and we know that the house will be able to fit everyone comfortably. Oatin was so kind, called to ensure we were comfortable and suggested things to do around town. The welcome book also had great recommendations. It’s in a great location, we could walk to many places plus an easy drive to Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and Black Hills. We can’t wait to visit again in the summer!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Carl R.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Needs a lot of updating

The property is old and needs work. Everything from towels to toilet paper was cheap. The listing was not as expected, for example community pool doesn’t open weekends, which is when we stayed. Pool table was in a locked garage with junk on it! With a rental company adding fees, the property was overpriced for what we got. Would not recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Keenan A.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Missed the mark on quality/value

The kitchen, utensils, and equipment was in rough shape. All very old. Getting door code late and getting rushed at checkout wasn’t great. Outdoor space wasn’t usable due to in-progress patio construction, so only eating in doors was a disappointment.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2023
Hi Keenan, we take guest feedback seriously and passed your comments on to the homeowner who would like to share the following: - We strive to provide our guests with a great guest experience, so we were disappointed to hear your feedback. - Guests are provided with a check-in instruction email prior to their stay and ask guests to reach out for their access code at least 48 hours prior to their stay to ensure a smooth check-in process. - We wish you had reached out during your stay as we were unaware of any issues or concerns. We would have been more than happy to help. The kitchen silverware provided is real Silverware. We do all we can to make the best possible stay, and we look forward to this property hosting many satisfied guests.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disappointing

The location of this property is perfect for touring the Black Hills. However, as mentioned in other recent comments, the house is old and needs a lot of work, particularly the bathrooms. They are very old and in need of major work - no shower head in the basement shower, kitchen faucet on the master bath sink, torn shower curtain, among other things. The kitchen and living area were fine, but I expected something more up to date for the amount of money we paid. Very disappointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 October 2023
Hi Denise, the right vacation home is everything, and we're disappointed if this wasn't the one for you. We followed up with the homeowner after reading your feedback, and they wanted to share the following:- We're so glad you enjoyed the location!- We strive to make our 100-plus-year-old house as comfortable as possible for our guests. Additionally, we use local, professional photographers to make sure that the listing photos correctly reflect the property.We truly go above and beyond and are confident that future guests will have excellent stays!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Janice P.

Liked: Check-in, location

Great location, but…

Outdoor areas were virtually unusable. Huge hole in the ground directly outside the kitchen door. Because th porch/ decking has been removed with no disclosure before we arrived. The weeds would have had to be mowed by us to use the fire pit. We brought an entire bag of s’mores ingredients which we never used. It was spacious but furniture is mostly like hand me downs. Super thin toilet paper and paper towels so we bought our own. Shower curtains are very grungy. Great location and easy checkin. I’m sorry but we wouldn’t stay here again unless it got some tender loving care from the owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Rachelle R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Horrible bathrooms!

House was pleasantly larger than anticipated. Plenty of beds. The low rating is due to the condition of the bathrooms and general uncleanliness of house & yard. Bathroom toilets, sinks & tubs were gross with chips, stains, & hard water rings. Carpet in the king bed room was filthy with stains in multiple places. The bathroom towels were stiff and not present on the main level. We had to search the house & found them downstairs. The kitchen was dirty, dusty and not stocked well. It didn’t feel like house was ready for paying guests and overpriced for the value we received. For heavens sake, take the huge host fee and shampoo the carpets, clean the silverware, wipe off the front of the dishwasher, & be ready for the next client.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Pam O.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Disappointed

The basement stinks! If you unplug the Glade plug ins, it smells musty and moldy. There was a double bed in the downstairs bedroom and it’s supposed to be a queen size. There is mold in the bathroom. The deck is a hazard because it’s not finished. And it’s been that way for 2 years, according to past reviews. There is no working dehumidifier in the basement and the exhaust fan does not exhaust to the outside. Someone finally came to cut the grass but did no weed whipping. When I talked to Oatin about the downstairs he brushed it off. We loved the upstairs and it’s wonderful charm. But we really needed that space downstairs that we couldn’t use.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah A.

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

Great location and historical home

I grew up in this town and was in this house often over my childhood at birthday parties, play dates, etc. This house has so much history! It was great for our group of 7—plenty of room to cook, dine, and watch movies in the basement as a family. The front porch was also a great place to have an evening cocktail and watch the rabbits and deer in the neighborhood. And the location was perfect for walking downtown and to many restaurants, etc. Also, the city pool is two doors down! The only disappointments were the grass wasn’t mowed on the property, the pool table wasn’t accessible as the house “manual” suggested we enjoy. And the back deck was gone/in the middle of being repaired. It was a big pit of gravel. So instead of being able to walk right out of the kitchen onto the deck to grill, we had to walk down the stairs on the side of the house to the grills in the grass. The top step of those side steps was rotting and one of our family members fell. So if you plan to do a lot of outdoor cooking and eating, I’d confirm the back deck is actually there as is in the pictures.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sarah

Great location in historical home

I grew up in this town and was in this house often over my childhood at birthday parties, play dates, etc. This house has so much history! It was great for our group of 7—plenty of room to cook, dine, and watch movies in the basement as a family. The front porch was also a great place to have an evening cocktail and watch the rabbits and deer in the neighborhood. And the location was perfect for walking downtown and to many restaurants, etc. Also, the city pool is two doors down! The only disappointments were the grass wasn’t mowed on the property, the pool table wasn’t accessible as the house “manual” suggested we enjoy. And the back deck was gone/in the middle of being repaired. It was a big pit of gravel. So instead of being able to walk right out of the kitchen onto the deck to grill, we had to walk down the stairs on the side of the house to the grills in the grass. The top step of those side steps was rotting and one of our family members fell. So if you plan to do a lot of outdoor cooking and eating, I’d confirm the back deck is actually there as is in the pictures.

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