Custom Black hills log cabin w/ views, secluded, 12 miles to MT Rushmore!
5.0
Outstanding(77 Reviews)House in East Custer, SD
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
Beauty and adventure inside and out! This completely custom stunning log home was built with relaxation in mind. The home is cozy, yet very open. When here, you will find yourself at one with the beautiful Black Hills. Views of the badlands, thousands of ponderosa pines, along with frequent visits from wild turkey and deer make this property a nature lovers paradise! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath log home has 1 bedroom and relaxation areas on each level, 22 ft high soaring vaulted ceilings, views of the badlands (from 70 miles away!), free wireless internet, 2 smart TV's, fully equipped kitchen, Laundry, gas grill, plenty of parking, walkout lower level, 3 viewing decks and 12 acres to roam and take in all the wildlife!
This property is on approximately 4 miles of gravel roads. The roads are very well maintained by the county but it is gravel and in winter months a 4wd vehicle or decent snow tires are recommended.
Upon arrival you will instantly fall in love with your surroundings, which include: Beautiful natural landscaping, views, and thousands of ponderosa pines!
Once inside you'll love the openness of the soaring vaulted ceilings, attention to detail, rustic log interior, and oversized windows that allow tons of natural light to pour in. Hang out in the main floor family room where the amazing spacious structure of the home itself will amaze you.
You will most likely be spending most of your time outdoors and this home could not be better situated: Hermosa is a growing community offering a central location to all the area’s surrounding magnificent sites. Once dubbed the ‘Hub to History and Adventure’, Hermosa serves as the eastern gateway to the beautiful Black Hills. The property is located a mere 12 miles north east of the Custer State Park entrance and only 12 miles east of the historic Mt. Rushmore! In 60 minutes or less you could be driving through the Badland Lands National Park or it’s out skirting National Grass Lands, walking through Rushmore Cave, visiting Crazy Horse Monument, gazing at the abundant wildlife in the Black Hills, hunting for fossils or Fairburn agates, enjoying beautiful Sylvan Lake, indulging yourself in the rich history of the Native American Sioux Tribe, or enjoying a day of shopping in Keystone, Hill City, or Rapid City.
Additionally the property sits close to other major area attractions: 30 minutes to the following: Bear Country, Old McDonald's farm, Putt Putt golf, Reptile Gardens, and Black Elk peak. Easy access no matter where you want to go, scenic drives included.
In addition to being a central location, Hermosa also offers locally owned dining options; whether it’s one of many delicious specialty pizzas from the famous Lintz Brothers Pizza, burgers or chicken from Lazy R Bar & Grill, the daily lunch special at the Community Senior Center, or just a quick bite from the Flying J Truck Stop Deli.
Master: (main floor): king bed
Bedroom 2: (lower level walkout): queen bed
Bedroom 3: (upper level balcony w/ View): queen bed
3 separate sitting/living areas on each floor
Fully stocked kitchen, just bring your own perishables
2 full bathrooms
This property is on approximately 4 miles of gravel roads. The roads are very well maintained by the county but it is gravel and in winter months a 4wd vehicle or decent snow tires are recommended.
Upon arrival you will instantly fall in love with your surroundings, which include: Beautiful natural landscaping, views, and thousands of ponderosa pines!
Once inside you'll love the openness of the soaring vaulted ceilings, attention to detail, rustic log interior, and oversized windows that allow tons of natural light to pour in. Hang out in the main floor family room where the amazing spacious structure of the home itself will amaze you.
You will most likely be spending most of your time outdoors and this home could not be better situated: Hermosa is a growing community offering a central location to all the area’s surrounding magnificent sites. Once dubbed the ‘Hub to History and Adventure’, Hermosa serves as the eastern gateway to the beautiful Black Hills. The property is located a mere 12 miles north east of the Custer State Park entrance and only 12 miles east of the historic Mt. Rushmore! In 60 minutes or less you could be driving through the Badland Lands National Park or it’s out skirting National Grass Lands, walking through Rushmore Cave, visiting Crazy Horse Monument, gazing at the abundant wildlife in the Black Hills, hunting for fossils or Fairburn agates, enjoying beautiful Sylvan Lake, indulging yourself in the rich history of the Native American Sioux Tribe, or enjoying a day of shopping in Keystone, Hill City, or Rapid City.
Additionally the property sits close to other major area attractions: 30 minutes to the following: Bear Country, Old McDonald's farm, Putt Putt golf, Reptile Gardens, and Black Elk peak. Easy access no matter where you want to go, scenic drives included.
In addition to being a central location, Hermosa also offers locally owned dining options; whether it’s one of many delicious specialty pizzas from the famous Lintz Brothers Pizza, burgers or chicken from Lazy R Bar & Grill, the daily lunch special at the Community Senior Center, or just a quick bite from the Flying J Truck Stop Deli.
Master: (main floor): king bed
Bedroom 2: (lower level walkout): queen bed
Bedroom 3: (upper level balcony w/ View): queen bed
3 separate sitting/living areas on each floor
Fully stocked kitchen, just bring your own perishables
2 full bathrooms
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of East Custer, SD
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(77 Reviews)5.0
Cabin had everything we needed to enjoy our trip to the Black Hills. Close to Custer, Keystone, and Rapid City. Lots of hiking trails nearby and the smell on the Ponderosa Pines each morning was priceless! Great Place!
5.0
This was a great cabin for our family vacation. It was perfect for our family of 6. Everyone enjoyed our stay here.
5.0
This was a great location to see the national parks and attractions in SD. The cabin was very clean and had everything that we needed to have a comfortable stay. We rally enjoyed the deer and the turkeys that came by. We would highly recommend this property to anyone lookng for upscale lodging in this area.
5.0
The cabin was just as posted. It was a great location for us to visit the Badlands, Black Hills, Custer, Crazy Horse, and Mt Rushmore. Definitely recommend staying here!
5.0
Very clean, good location cabin. Easily accommodated our family of 5. Our kids loved the wildlife that walks by the cabin. Would definitely stay again!
5.0
This cabin was the perfect place for our Black Hills vacation. The cabin was beautiful and we really enjoyed the tranquility of the location.
5.0
We loved the area and the views are spectacular! Would definitely stay again.
5.0
Everything was PERFECTION!!! The cleanliness was top notch and the view was immaculate! We enjoyed every second of our stay!!!
5.0
A wonderful hideaway in the Black Hills! Serene and calm in every way. Truly exceptional.
5.0
wonderful place
5.0
The home is nice and in a beautiful location. We were allowed to check in early and departed early. One snafu: housekeeping had not followed the previous renters so house was not ready. I worked with owner and she was communicative and helpful and made monetary compensation for my having to clean. Despite that, we enjoyed our stay.
5.0
The cabin was extremely comfortable for our family. The kids loved the outdoors and exploring the grounds. If we come back to this area this is where we would stay.
5.0
The home was extremely clean. The property is private yet relatively close to attractions like Mt. Rushmore and Custer State Park. We enjoyed our stay at the home and the kids loved seeing deer and turkey at the outside feeder each morning. If we visit South Dakota again, we would certainly book this property again.
5.0
Our stay was amazing! Beautiful home to stay in on our return from sight seeing. Saw a lot of sights, visiting Mount Rushmore, Devils Tower, Crazy Horse and Custer State Park.
5.0
Our stay was wonderful! The cabin was very clean and cozy. We will definitely be coming back in the future. Our favorite part was how quiet it is on the deck. The turkey’s came to visit everyday which our kids loved. Thanks again for the great stay!!
5.0
The house is amazing! Comfortable, clean, accessible and it provided us with all we needed. The roads and tourist attractions are very accessible too! Definitely recommend it!
5.0
Cody and Michelle were very accommodating allowing an early check in.
The property is lovely.
Thank you.
5.0
I cannot say enough wonderful things about our stay in your beautiful home. Your place looks even better than the pics. The cabin was close to everything we wanted to do but, still secluded enough that we felt away from it all. We made breakfast every morning and dinners most evenings. The kitchen has it all. Don’t think twice about visiting this beautiful cabin! Thank you!
5.0
Beautiful house with a great location. Clean and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
5.0
Had a good time. The cabin was secluded, quiet, and peaceful which is just what we were looking for. Saw some deer and quite a few turkeys. Great view from the balcony but our plan on our last evening to relax on the balcony was interrupted by a bad thunderstorm and lots of hail.
5.0
We had a wonderful experience with our stay. My wife and kids spent 4 nights here while vacationing in the Black Hills. Everything about the property was fantastic. The location was central to everything we wanted to visit. The cabin itself is wonderful. Plenty of space for the 4 of us, and turn-key from a check-in/check-out standpoint. The quiet more secluded location afforded us plenty of opportunities to see wildlife and the kids enjoyed hiking around exploring the property. We had a great experience and would definitely recommend to others looking for a home away from home while visiting the Black Hills.
5.0
We enjoyed our stay in this well maintained, clean cabin!
5.0
Simple, elegant, clean and a perfect stay for when in the Black Hills. Would stay again.
5.0
Beautiful log cabin home very spacious and clean up on a hill. Very serene we enjoyed sitting out on deck looking out at the night sky. The cabin was close to Keystone, Custer and Custer State park, about 45 minutes to Mt Rushmore…
5.0
Our family loved this stay. Perfectly centered to all of all the sites in South Dakota. Visited the national forests: Black Hills, Badlands, Windcave. Also visited Deadwood and the Mammoth Site. I would highly recommend.
5.0
Great property.
5.0
Beautiful clean cabin centrally located between Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Wind Cave, Jewel Cave, Badlands, and Custer State Park. There is few mile gravel road to the cabin in case you aren't used to that. Peaceful place, and I highly recommend. Our kids loved the loft!
5.0
Great stay in Hermosa. Just far enough away for seclusion but close enough for festivities and entertainment. Exactly what we were looking for!
5.0
We had a wonderful time exploring South Dakota. This log cabin is beautiful and very clean. It had everything we needed (including lots of deer on the property). It was a great location to all the sights we explored (Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Badlands, Keystone, Deadwood, Custer State Park, Wind Cave, Devil's Tower, etc.) The Black Hills are beautiful and we are so thankful we had such a wonderful place to come back to after exploring all day.
5.0
We did our research before we booked this Vrbo for our 30th wedding anniversary trip to the Black Hills. This property checks all the boxes! Seclusion, beauty, wildlife to watch and enjoy, plus all the amenities you would expect. We had our teenage daughter with us, and she had the entire loft to herself. There was even plenty of WiFi to plan our schedules and check out details for places we planned to visit. If you are looking for a cabin to relax in after your daily adventures taking in the absolute beauty of this area, this is the one. The owners were amazing, quick to respond to any questions, and it truly felt more like staying at a friend's house. This is the way a Vrbo should be.
5.0
We had a great time staying here. The property was neat, quiet, and beautiful. The house was pristine, and well kept.
5.0
More than we expected, Turkey, deer, great view. The property was quiet, relaxing and good proximity. The road is unpaved, but is as good as a paved road, well maintained. Nice having the living spaces, worked well for 2 families. My husband is a contractor and really appreciated the craftsmanship of the log cabin.
5.0
Wonderful cabin! Had everything we needed and then some. Would love to stay again.
5.0
Beautiful property. Great location. Very well stocked kitchen.
A few of the dishes had chips in them and more towels would have been nice
5.0
Very quaint and quiet cabin in the woods. Great location to Custer State Park, Mt Rushmore, Blackhills National Park and much more. Lots of wild life for your viewing pleasure.
5.0
Great location and nice and clean log cabin. We had a wonderful time.
5.0
We enjoyed our 8-night stay at this great cabin in the pines. The views were wonderful from every window and on the decks. It was a treat to see deer, turkeys, birds, etc. visit the cabin every morning and evening. It was secluded enough for privacy and yet close to many of the Black Hills attractions. The cabin was fully equipped inside and out (nice gas grill) for our stay. We were sorry to have to leave and look forward to rebooking when we return to the Black Hills area.
5.0
Immaculate cabin, looks and feels brand new, super clean. Great launching point for the Badlands, Custer State Park, Mt. Rushmore, etc. We went to Devil's Tower and were joking about seeing UFO's and sky/stars were so clear at night we saw line of lights in the sky 2 nights in a row and later figured out it was the starlink satellites, beautiful views!
5.0
This was our first time using VRBO, and we couldn't have more kind and wonderful things to say about this property and these hosts. The place was immaculate and stunning. The beds were incredibly comfortable. The views were breathtaking. The wildlife walking up to the corn feeder, I mean... can you ask for more? But wait! There's more! Gas grill worked perfectly. The kitchen was easy to use and served all of our needs. The kitchen table was comfortable and inviting. The bathrooms were great. The washer and dryer were insanely handy. The back deck overlooking the Ghost Canyon. The stars. Wow, the stars. The internet worked very well. We streamed movies at night, and even worked a bit from a laptop early in the mornings. The sunrise and sunsets were beautiful. And to top it off, the hosts were beyond kind and considerate. Nearly immediate response via text to any questions or comments. We used everything this wonderful log home had to offer, top to bottom, and we will absolutely be staying here again in the future. Oh! And don't forget to play the Ulalov behind the master bed. It's beautiful, and very calming. Who has a Ulalov? Anyways. 6 stars to this place and these people. Thank you!!
5.0
A beautiful and quiet place surrounded by beautiful trees and wildlife, yet still close to just about anything you want to see or do in South Dakota. The deer and turkeys greet you every morning and evening, and there are two porches/decks to watch them from. No frills, but beautiful and comfortable. Just what you need if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in East Custer?
The average price for a rental in East Custer is $325 per night. This rental is $48 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Custom Black hills log cabin w/ views, secluded, 12 miles to MT Rushmore!. 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 Custom Black hills log cabin w/ views, secluded, 12 miles to MT Rushmore! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Custom Black hills log cabin w/ views, secluded, 12 miles to MT Rushmore!?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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