Borders National Forest/Sleeps 8-Close to Town/Privacy Yes!
Cabin in West Custer Township
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this cabin rental
Golden Valley Ranch is a wonderful single story 3 bedroom, 2 bath log cabin sitting at the back of 7.02 acres surrounded by National Forest Service on 3 sides . The inside of the home is open and light plus there are views from just about every direction you look. There are two king sized beds, a smaller bedroom with a trundle (two singles) along with a queen sized sofa sleeper in the living room. All bedrooms and living areas have ceiling fans. There are two small ponds on the property fed by a natural spring that bubbles out next to the deck. The National Forest is out the back gate for those of you who want to ride four wheelers. A nice large deck with table and chairs is accessed from the kitchen door and has a gas grill for those cooking adventures! There is a wooden bridge that crosses the small creek at the upper pond so you can walk to enjoy the outdoors in the meadow. Enjoy the variety of wildlife and view from the front deck. Deer, fox, turkey and marmots are common sights. The veranda (all glass windows) front porch is a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the scenic beauty for morning coffee or evening beverages. It is 1-1/2 miles to the entrance of Custer State Park and Stockade Lake. The tall pine trees, the wildlife, the seclusion, bordering National Forest and being close to the town of Custer make this the ideal place to stay. Come see for yourself.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of West Custer Township
££££
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Great location for this beautiful property. We would definitely stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
This property is perfectly located to many things within a short distance. Plus the property offer relaxation and renewal. Communication was easy and professional. Highly recommend to families of all ages.
10.0 / 10.0
A very charming place down a secluded private gravel drive. The three large rooms allowed us to spread out and have plenty of space. Perfect choice.
10.0 / 10.0
This was such a a beautiful property! The location is close to town and you are just minutes away from Custer State Park. It's also very easy to get to local attractions such as Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse. The house itself was very clean and well equipped. There was plenty of room for our family with three teenagers and a lovely deck to sit out and enjoy the cool evenings! I would recommend this property 100%!
10.0 / 10.0
Great location. Wonderful property. It was a fantastic place to stay and enjoy the whole area!
10.0 / 10.0
What a delightful place for our family getaway. Very spacious and comfortable house. I loved the charming decor. Very well stocked.
10.0 / 10.0
We loved our stay here! Super clean and super comfy beds! Nicely stocked kitchen with basics. So much space to spread out. The location is great too, less than 10 mins to Custer, less than 5 to the State Park, and convenient for area attractions like Mt. Rushmore and even Badlands NP. Would absolutely recommend a stay here!
10.0 / 10.0
My grandnephew and I had a great 3 day stay here. Perfect spot for access to all the hiking trails in Custer State Park. Would definitely stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
This place is a jewel. My husband and I along with our daughter and her two sons stayed here for a total of six nights and loved every minute. It is close to Custer and yet far enough away for privacy. Very quiet and has everything you need for a home away from home.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful place to stay. More than well equipped. Private and cozy in the woods. Great hosts. Hope it's available any time we come to the area. Very convenient to everything.
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing - the perfect Black Hills get away. So close to the Custer Wildlife Loop. Out of town vibe, close to town!!
10.0 / 10.0
This is a great location near Custer State Park. The kids ages 4 and 6 liked it and enjoyed hiking with Dad in the area beyond the cabin.
10.0 / 10.0
Fun place, fits the description and more.
10.0 / 10.0
Very comfortable. Every detail was thought out. We wanted for nothing
10.0 / 10.0
We arrived to a thunderstorm with heavy rain and hail. Then the weather cleared and we saw how beautiful the property was. So quiet and peaceful it made you want to just sit and relax. Thank you for sharing your cabin with us.
10.0 / 10.0
The cabin was great, and the property is awesome! More room than the 2 of us needed, but so glad we decided to stay here. We recommend it.
10.0 / 10.0
The location of this house is fantastic! You feel like you are in your own hidden oasis. The house was clean, spacious and comfortable. It was so quiet that we slept with the windows open every night! We really appreciated the extras that came with the house (I.e. seasonings, coffee, board games and puzzles, etc.). We would definitely stay here again!
10.0 / 10.0
This is the best property. The owners have thought of everything you could need while staying here. It is away from the hustle and bustle to allow for relaxing and creating memories with your family. Close to town and all attractions. Quiet and peaceful. Neat to watch the marmots play and the deer walking through the woods/property. Definitely a 10/10.
10.0 / 10.0
This property is close to Custer and Custer state park. Perfect location in a private peaceful setting. Trails, wildlife, views, it had it all.
10.0 / 10.0
We had such a wonderful vacation. This cabin is an absolute gem. Beautiful surrounding and so close to Custer state park.
10.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed the house. The location was the best. Owners very easy to work with.
10.0 / 10.0
We were so happy here, location can't be beat. Cabin is really well maintained and stocked. Setting is absolutely beautiful. Would 100% stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
The cabin was amazing, surpassing any expectations we had. Every amenity was provided.
The location was outstanding, close to all site seeing attractions while still giving us the beauty of the surroundings and much privacy.
10.0 / 10.0
Great place to stay if you need to get away! Clean, well supplied for all your needs, beds were comfortable, everything worked properly, love the forest that surrounded the property, lots of wildlife, areas to hike, close to town, Owner was quick to respond to your needs, A+ Rating
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic place to stay. SO relaxing… on the deck, by the pond, in the sunroom. Many relaxing cups of coffee were had. the owners take great care to have everything you might need. Will definitely stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
Everyone who entered the cabin were impressed. It was clean, comfortable, and located in a beautiful area. There was wildlife to watch, deer, rock chucks, and lots of birds. I would recommend this property to anyone wanting a great place to stay. We had 8 sleeping and many friends and family show came to spend time. I would go back in a minute.
10.0 / 10.0
Staying here made me want to move to South Dakota--but would need to return to the South in the winters. This was more than we could have asked for--the starry nights, the wildlife, the quiet and privacy-perfect. We had wonderful communication with our hostess and could not have asked for anything else. Thank you for a wonderful VRBO stay.
10.0 / 10.0
It was close to the park and Custer. very quite place .
Everything was there for cooking and fire ring. Cabin was very roomy and clean there was 6 of us ladies that stayed. we shared bed but we are family . I would go back again
10.0 / 10.0
You could not ask for a more private and secluded location. The six of us in our sixties absolutely loved this home. Great communication with Elaine. A great place!!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful location, property was clean and homey. Owners extremely friendly and responsive. Definitely would stay again.
10.0 / 10.0
If you want peace and quiet, this is the place.
If you want a lot of scenic drives, this is the place. Elaine and Kirby are awesome hosts, both with knowledge of the area, and responsiveness to communication. They definitely make you feel like Family. Will definitely stay here again. Cabin and surroundings are beautiful, don’t think I’ve slept this well in a long time. My hat’s off to Elaine and Kirby for such a great experience and rental.
Best Regards,
Rich Derby
10.0 / 10.0
It’s private but easy access to Custer. The surrounding landscape is nothing short of awesome. Great hiking trail, wildlife, and a deck where we spent a lot of time. The house is generously supplied with kitchen equipment, quilts and places to relax. The three season front porch extends the full width of this log home.
10.0 / 10.0
The property was above and beyond our expectations. All the indoor accommodations we were perfect. We all enjoyed ourselves immensely. Definitely will recommend to others.
10.0 / 10.0
Golden Valley Pristine Getaway
The property as shown on VRBO was as we expected. Home was clean, well furnished and had ample staples for our stay. We enjoyed the tranquility of the location & spent most of our ‘at home’ time on the deck looking at deer and small animals. The proximity to Custer and the southwest Black Hills attractions was ideal. Only a short hour trip to Deadwood/Lead area. We highly recommend this property for a family vacation in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota.
10.0 / 10.0
Family vacation 2022
Everything was great, location, roomy, lot's of outdoor space. Could not have been better for us and our grandkids. Thank you. God bless.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful piece of heaven
This house is exactly like it was pictured and described. It was perfect in every way. Elaine and Kirb thought of everything we would need during our stay. It is the perfect location to a avoid the hustle and bustle. Watching the deer, marmots, sitting by the fire and listening to the creek was relaxing. Definitely our favorite house by far out of the six years we have been coming to Custer.
10.0 / 10.0
Happyness
It was a great place to stay all is wonderful
10.0 / 10.0
Nothing short of perfect!
This cabin provided everything we were looking for and more! It was spacious, clean, cozy, and
had a homey, cabin-feel. There were plenty of dishes, pots, pans, spices and other materials one might need to easily prepare a meal. The host, Elaine, was very responsive and even went out of her way to provide a shower chair and collasible chairs for my my disabled mother. The pull-up external entrance to her room only had one step and there was a walk-in shower. The view near the cabin and the fire pit were a bonus, as well as the fact that it was easy to navigate to and from off of a main road. There were plenty of incredible things to do close by and it made for a very memorable trip - my mom's favorite was the wildlife loop where we drove through a herd of buffalo. And for those who are looking for fishing, there are 2 amazing lakes and a few creeks very close to the cabin. We caught the most fish that we have caught in years! Pike, blue-gill, crappie, perch, bullheads and trout. I HIGHLY recommend staying here!! THANK YOU for opening up your vacation home to us!!! We greatly appreciated it!
10.0 / 10.0
June 2022
The most well furnished VRBO we have stayed in. Great central location.
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect Location!
We had the best time at this home! It was perfect for our family of Grandparents, Aunt, Mom and 2 boys. So appreciated all the amenities. And the View was outstanding!
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in West Custer Township?
The average price for a rental in West Custer Township is £161 per night. This rental is £121 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Borders National Forest/Sleeps 8-Close to Town/Privacy Yes!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Borders National Forest/Sleeps 8-Close to Town/Privacy Yes! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Borders National Forest/Sleeps 8-Close to Town/Privacy Yes!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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