Black Hills Cabin: Hot Tub, Fishing Pond & Deck
House in West Custer Township
19 guests · 7 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this house rental
Looking for a getaway that’s equal parts fun and relaxing with an added bonus of a prime adventure location? You’ll find it at 'Heavens Gate,' a stunning 6-bed, 3-bath home on 5-acres adjoining the Black Hills National Forest and 3 miles from Custer! Visit Mt. Rushmore 24 miles away or drive through pinnacles and scenic vistas along the Needles Highway in Custer State Park. Prefer to stay put? Don’t worry, this vacation rental is a destination in itself with a pond, game room, fire pit and more!
-- THE PROPERTY --
2 RV Sites | Game Room | 3,650 Sq Ft | Free WiFi
Say hello to the deer and turkeys that often frequent this family-friendly vacation rental, stocked with top-notch amenities like a game room, private pond, and hot tub, and boasts an unbeatable location near the Black Hills attractions and scenery!
Bedroom 1: King Bed, Futon | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Bedroom 5: Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Bedroom 6: Queen Bed | Lower-Level Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: 2 Queen Air Mattresses, Pack 'n Play
OUTDOOR LIVING: 2 decks, gas fireplace, private spring-fed pond w/ beach, hot tub, fire pit (availability depends on fire danger), gas grill, dining area
INDOOR LIVING: Fireplace, Smart TVs, 6-person dining table, jetted tub
GAME ROOM: Pool table, Foosball table, wet bar, TV w/ DVD player, video library, games, fireplace, refrigerator, 6-person dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, cooking basics & spices, coffee maker, 4-person breakfast bar
GENERAL: Linens/towels, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, air conditioning, ceiling fans, high chair, freezer
FAQ: Quiet hours (10:00 PM - 7:00 AM), 4 exterior security cameras
PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (4 vehicles), 2 RV sites w/ 50amp & water hookups
-- THE LOCATION --
GEORGE S. MICKELSON TRAIL (3.5 miles): 100 miles of trails, horseback riding, biking, hiking
BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST (adjoining): Activities available within the forest are hiking, biking, ATV trails, UTV trails (some trails are closed seasonally due to wildlife management areas, please check with the National Forest Service for details)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Wind Cave National Park (27.0 miles), Badlands National Park (88.4 miles), Rocky Knolls Golf Course (3.0 miles), Rockin’ R Trail Rides (8.6 miles)
CUSTER STATE PARK (14.9 miles): Sylvan Lake (12.1 miles), Needles Highway (12.4 miles), wildlife spotting
ATTRACTIONS: Mount Rushmore (24.0 miles), Crazy Horse Memorial (10.5 miles), Jewel Cave National Monument (14.5 miles), Black Hills Aerial Adventures (10.0 miles), Four Mile Old West Town Museum (6.4 miles), Black Hills Central Railroad (19.3 miles), Jewel Cave National Monument (15.2 miles)
KEYSTONE: Rushmore Tramway (27.1 miles), Big Thunder Gold Mine (28.0 miles), Borglum Story (27.4 miles)
AIRPORT: Rapid City Regional Airport (54.4 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- No fireworks of any kind
- No discharge of firearms allowed
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There are 2 RV sites with 50amp and water hookups for an additional fee. Please contact the owner for additional information and pricing
- NOTE: Due to extreme drought that the pond has low water levels
- NOTE: The outdoor fire pit may not be available for use. This is dependent upon the status of the fire danger
- NOTE: Your safety is important. There are 4 exterior security cameras on the property. They do not face any interior spaces
-- THE PROPERTY --
2 RV Sites | Game Room | 3,650 Sq Ft | Free WiFi
Say hello to the deer and turkeys that often frequent this family-friendly vacation rental, stocked with top-notch amenities like a game room, private pond, and hot tub, and boasts an unbeatable location near the Black Hills attractions and scenery!
Bedroom 1: King Bed, Futon | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Bedroom 5: Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Bedroom 6: Queen Bed | Lower-Level Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: 2 Queen Air Mattresses, Pack 'n Play
OUTDOOR LIVING: 2 decks, gas fireplace, private spring-fed pond w/ beach, hot tub, fire pit (availability depends on fire danger), gas grill, dining area
INDOOR LIVING: Fireplace, Smart TVs, 6-person dining table, jetted tub
GAME ROOM: Pool table, Foosball table, wet bar, TV w/ DVD player, video library, games, fireplace, refrigerator, 6-person dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, cooking basics & spices, coffee maker, 4-person breakfast bar
GENERAL: Linens/towels, washer/dryer, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, air conditioning, ceiling fans, high chair, freezer
FAQ: Quiet hours (10:00 PM - 7:00 AM), 4 exterior security cameras
PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (4 vehicles), 2 RV sites w/ 50amp & water hookups
-- THE LOCATION --
GEORGE S. MICKELSON TRAIL (3.5 miles): 100 miles of trails, horseback riding, biking, hiking
BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST (adjoining): Activities available within the forest are hiking, biking, ATV trails, UTV trails (some trails are closed seasonally due to wildlife management areas, please check with the National Forest Service for details)
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Wind Cave National Park (27.0 miles), Badlands National Park (88.4 miles), Rocky Knolls Golf Course (3.0 miles), Rockin’ R Trail Rides (8.6 miles)
CUSTER STATE PARK (14.9 miles): Sylvan Lake (12.1 miles), Needles Highway (12.4 miles), wildlife spotting
ATTRACTIONS: Mount Rushmore (24.0 miles), Crazy Horse Memorial (10.5 miles), Jewel Cave National Monument (14.5 miles), Black Hills Aerial Adventures (10.0 miles), Four Mile Old West Town Museum (6.4 miles), Black Hills Central Railroad (19.3 miles), Jewel Cave National Monument (15.2 miles)
KEYSTONE: Rushmore Tramway (27.1 miles), Big Thunder Gold Mine (28.0 miles), Borglum Story (27.4 miles)
AIRPORT: Rapid City Regional Airport (54.4 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours from 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- No fireworks of any kind
- No discharge of firearms allowed
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: There are 2 RV sites with 50amp and water hookups for an additional fee. Please contact the owner for additional information and pricing
- NOTE: Due to extreme drought that the pond has low water levels
- NOTE: The outdoor fire pit may not be available for use. This is dependent upon the status of the fire danger
- NOTE: Your safety is important. There are 4 exterior security cameras on the property. They do not face any interior spaces
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of West Custer Township
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Reviews
5.0
We had a great stay! We had 17 family members all together to celebrate our mom and dad/ grandma and grandpa 55th wedding Anniversary! The cabin was perfect! It is beautiful and well stocked with everything we needed!!
5.0
Amazing!
5.0
Beautiful setting, plenty of room for our family of 13 & very clean. This is a very well stocked home. From spices, dishes, baking stuff to a roaster & crockpot. We loved it and will be back.
5.0
The property has everything you need which is covered well in the listing. Two things i found pleasing that I thought I would share.
1. The main level fireplace is wood burning. Since our stay was in November, we enjoyed having a fire every evening. It’s also a very nice wood burning unit. (Everything on this property is nice)
2. The exterior grill and blackstone are plumbed into the main propane line. They are also on a timer for efficiency and safety. One of the biggest concerns for me when renting a cabin is the quality of the outdoor cooking and running out of propane since that is how we cook all of our meals.
5.0
The only thing I didn’t like was the wait process for the info. I’m kind of a OCD lol, and just like to make sure everything is right. The home was def what it says and a home away from home is just the beginning of what beauty you get.
5.0
Wonderful stay!
We rented this property for a family get together and it was perfect! We loved everything about the house and the location of the property. Communication with Kathy about the house was excellent from start to finish! We would love to return again sometime!
5.0
Fantastic stay May 2022
In all of the places we have rented this house was by far the best in exceeding expectation. Exactly as advertised and then some. Plenty of room for the crew of 13 to spread out as well as sleep. The kids loved the pedal boat, feeding the deer and seeing the baby geese. The adults loved all the extra touches. Most places give you one roll of toliet paper, one garbage. Etc. Heavans gate was fully stocked with plenty of supply of all of these things and the communication was exceptional. Cant thank them enough for the stay.
5.0
Lovely Place
We enjoyed our stay very much! The host communication was really great, and the home was fully stocked and even had some items available like toothbrushes and soap, etc. if you forget something. We enjoyed the peaceful location of this property and also loved the hot tub! We had planned to visit a few scenic overlooks but unfortunately some of the roads were closed. Just a heads up, road closures for the off season are not marked on Google. We were still able to see Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse, and a gold Mine! Highly recommend this property, 5 stars all around.
5.0
Beautiful Cabin in Custer
The cabin was wonderful! We spent Thanksgiving with family that we hadn't seen in over 20+ years. The Kitchen was stocked with everything needed to cook on Thanksgiving day. We had an issue with the water pressure and the team/owner took care of it immediately.
The game room and hot tub were a big hit along with the trails and breath-taking sunsets! I would highly recommend Heaven's Gate and plan on staying again.
5.0
Cabin feel, plenty of room
There was plenty of room in this house for all the family, including places to get away when some quiet time was needed. Rooms, nooks, walks, trails. It had a cabin feel, with dead animal heads on the walls and nice wood trim. Very worth the stay.
5.0
Beautiful!
This property is so beautiful! We thoroughly enjoyed staying here.
MN Travelers
4.0
Heavensgate
We enjoyed our stay tremendously. Beautiful place
5.0
Excellent Gathering Place for families
We gathered here with children and grandchildren. It was spacious, well-appointed, and fun. The kids enjoyed the pond and games on the lawn. Plentybof places to enjoy each other and then Black Hills.
5.0
Exceeded Expectations
Well equipped, clean, modern, fun, perfect for families. The pond was a real treat. Geared for all ages. Heavens Gate is well-named.
5.0
A must stay!
We had an amazing experience at this cabin! Arc trails nearby and such a great deck! Great place to relax and see some wildlife!
5.0
Something for everyone!
I only wish we had more time! Owners and host were so responsive and wonderful. The property is so cared for and the attention to detail in the amenities provided were amazing. Everything you need! Everyone loved the pond, paddleboat, golf cart, decks, pool table, and the list continues! We were all truly able to relax. There were 11 of us and there was ample space to be together and to have our own space. The only thing to mention is i heard from some guests that the beds were a bit creaky and uncomfortable. We stayed in the master bedroom and were very comfortable. Thank you for the most wonderful time! 10 stars!
5.0
“Heaven’s Gate” was wonderful!
We loved it from the moment we arrived. Everyone loved the little pond and the paddle boat was unexpected but enjoyed by all. This is the most well-stocked house we have ever rented. There was plenty of room for the 11 of us who stayed there and room to roam for the additional family members who visited for a cookout. It was a great location for seeing the sights of the beautiful Black Hills. I highly recommend this house for anyone interested.
5.0
Property
The kids loved playing on the property. Running in the yard, exploring the woods, fishing in the pond and playing on the paddle boat. They were always busy outside!
5.0
Fantastic
It was just perfect in every respect.
5.0
Fantastic accommodations!
This is one of most amazing properties and fabulous hosts! So very accommodating, warm and comfortable cabin to relax and recharge! Highly recommended!
5.0
Amazing cabin!!
This property and cabin is absolutely beautiful. We really enjoyed our stay. Very clean and conveniently located.
5.0
Family Reunion
We decided that Heavens Gate would be the perfect place for our Illinois family to get together with our South Dakota family for a small reunion. It did not disappoint. The property is gorgeous and all the amenities are high end and kept nice. There was plenty to do at the property alone and the pond and bridge made for a great backdrop for family photos. Management and the owners both were quick to respond after getting snowed in and even followed up to make sure we got plowed out and were able to make it into town. Highly recommended and we can not wait to book again for next year.
5.0
Great place to get away
Our family stayed at this house for a trip to sight see in South Dakota. We got a snow storm the day we arrived and it snowed for two straight days. This was the perfect house for our family as it provided entertainment inside (pool table, foosball, TV, games) and outside (great sledding hill, hot tub, fire pit). The street crews did a great job of clearing the street and we were able to go to the places we wanted to see as well. The property manager and owner were great to work with. I would highly recommend staying at this property.
5.0
Mountain retreat.
We loved our stay at Heavens Gate! It was a perfect mountain home that fit our family with friends. The house was clean and well supplied. We loved watching the deer, hiking, playing pool and spending time in the hot tub. We can’t wait to visit again!
5.0
Amazing property and house.
We had 3 families stay at Heavens Gate. We had 5 kids all together. The house was more than big enough. Tons of room to spread out and large enough spaces to gather indoors or out.
5.0
Heaven's Gate is Truly Heavenly!
Heaven's Gate was absolutely fabulous! We (our family of 12) made so many memories! The lodge is beautifully decorated with antiques in every room. It had all the amenities of home. It's laid out so there is enough space that no one is crowded. We loved watching the wild life. The kids even caught trout out of the pond! It's located close to everything we wanted to do. Kathy was so accommodating. She made sure we didn't need anything and that we were comfortable. We will definitely have another family vacation here!
5.0
Family Gathering
Excellent in all respects. Well laid out for the three parties that traveled for our annual family gathering. We were 10 in total.
Feeding the deer was a big hit with all. Had a wonderful remote feel but with easy access into Custer.
Happy to recommend this property to anyone.
5.0
Awesome Location and 5-Star Accommodations
We spent a week out in Custer at this place in June of 2020 and it was amazing! The location is near all of the attractions and is close to downtown Custer, but far enough out to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. You can hop on your 4-Wheeler and be on a trail in a matter of minutes and explore the beautiful Black Hills National Forest. The accommodations are excellent and would highly recommend booking this place for your trip to SD!
5.0
Great property!!!
Loved everything about this home!! Can't wait to return!
5.0
Amazing vacation!
Loved this place! Very cozy, clean and tons of space! They have all of the amenities you need! You feel like you’re right at home!
Would highly recommend staying here for a vacation!
5.0
Loved it!
Couldn’t have been happier with our stay in Custer and the house! We hosted our wedding in Custer State Park and invited family to stay with us at the cabin. Everyone had a blast and we loved the remoteness of the property. We especially loved the sunrises drinking coffee on the huge deck! We’ll be back!
5.0
Paradise
Beautiful and peaceful. The kids had so much fun. The adults enjoyed the peacefulness.
5.0
Beautiful retreat
Our family of 19 spent wonderful week at the cabin. Great amenities. Plenty of room and fun things to do. Loved the pond and hot tub. Great deck(s) to sit and enjoy scenery and the deer. Would definitely recommend
5.0
Excellent cabin and excellent management.
A dream cabin in a dream location. The property manager was always available.
5.0
Black Mountain Hills of Dakota
Thank you for the opportunity to stay as such a great facility. It was very roomy, comfy, peaceful, relaxing, and much, much more. Even the smallest detail was provided. The kids had a great time in the pond with the paddle boat and swimming. This is a place we will definitely keep in mind for out future travels. Heaven's Gate was a great blessing to all of us.
5.0
Annual Family Vacation!
Every year our family of 14 makes a trip to The Hills. With 7 adults and 7 children, finding a cabin to suit all of our needs can be tough. Heaven's Gate on the other hand, was a perfect fit! Not only is it spacious enough for everyone to feel at home inside, but the outdoor firepit, pond, and well taken care of lawn, were just what we needed! Our only suggestion, would be a very sturdy, preferably built in, gate at the top of the stairs. While they do provide a baby gate, it didn't feel rugged enough to hold up to littles pushing on it. Regardless, we had a great time!!!
5.0
loved it! and loved the owners and managers..we will be back!
Wonderful!
5.0
Spectacular Staycation
We had a great time staying here. There is so much to do in the area for all ages. Fall is a very pretty time of year to visit! The accommodations met our needs and we will plan another visit soon! This is a great meeting place for families to gather, lots of space and the hot tub is a plus!
5.0
Was Perfect
This place was absolutely beautiful inside and out! Completely furnished. Enjoyed the hot tub nightly as well as a bonfire. We were greeted by the evening company of deer, turkeys. So very relaxing. The location is close to all the must sees in the Blackhills. Custer is close if there is something you may need. Huge deck to enjoy the the pond or it is beached out to enjoy the water. The place was 6 bedrooms and also has spot and hookups for RV’s. We are planning to go again in July with our entire family. Can’t wait!
5.0
Will definitely visit again!
Home away from home!! Great vacation rental - feel at home as soon as you walk in the door. Very spacious and comfortably furnished. It is obvious a great deal of attention has been spent on the details. Private yet we were within minutes of necessities, food, fun and attractions!! So peaceful … My family will definitely be returning to this location to make fun memories!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in West Custer Township?
The average price for a rental in West Custer Township is $289 per night. This rental is $529 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Black Hills Cabin: Hot Tub, Fishing Pond & Deck. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Black Hills Cabin: Hot Tub, Fishing Pond & Deck pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Black Hills Cabin: Hot Tub, Fishing Pond & Deck?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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