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Explore the Black Hills from this centrally located oasis just north of Custer.

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A modern kitchen with a large island, dark cabinetry, and a fireplace. There are two sofas and a dining table with chairs.
A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a herringbone backsplash, and pendant lighting.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a wine rack, and a sink.
A covered outdoor area with a hammock, a small table, and a potted plant.
A rocky terrain with large boulders and logs, surrounded by tall trees and greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Black Hills National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, Black Hills National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Custer State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Crazy Horse Memorial
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Custer

Located in Custer, this vacation home is in a rural area and 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Needles Highway and South Dakota State Railroad Museum. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Black Hills National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Custer State Park - 6 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 8 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 15 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 23 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Explore the Black Hills from this centrally located oasis just north of Custer. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Explore the Black Hills from this centrally located oasis just north of Custer.?

As of Nov 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Explore the Black Hills from this centrally located oasis just north of Custer. on Oct 1, 2027 start from $266, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Explore the Black Hills from this centrally located oasis just north of Custer.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Explore the Black Hills from this centrally located oasis just north of Custer.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Explore the Black Hills from this centrally located oasis just north of Custer. located?

This family-friendly Custer vacation home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Monument Health Custer Hospital and Black Hills National Forest. Harbach Centennial Park and Big Rock Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 127 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 127 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 127 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing! The nicest VRBO. So clean, homey and accommodating! It had everything you needed in such a perfect location. Close to town for convenience but a beautiful view and nature all around! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on Oct 27, 2026
Thanks so much for the wonderful review of your stay at our home! Thanks also for including the picture of the outdoor play area. We hope that you will come to the Black Hills again to stay with us. Be sure to share your impressions with family or friends who may also want to visit the Black Hills.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The house is very clean and the most well stocked rental we've stayed at! Everything you could accidentally forget is there! The game room & playset was so fun for the kids & the patio was so nice to relax on after a day of exploring! It's so centrally located to everything you could want to do! The road is private and peaceful, we even enjoyed walks and watching the wildlife. The hosts make you feel at home and so welcome during your stay! If your looking for a rental in the custer area look no further !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 3, 2026
Thanks so much for the wonderful review! We are so glad that the entire family could find activities to enjoy during your stay. There is certainly a lot to do within the central Black Hills and it sounds like to enjoyed the surroundings. Please be sure to share your experience with family/friends who may want to explore the Black Hills.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property. Close to activities in the area. Privacy but no need to drive far for things to do. Home is very well furnished and clean We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2026
Thanks so much for the review of your recent stay with us! Glad that you enjoyed the house and surrounds and the proximity to many of the Black Hills attractions. Hope to have you stay with again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great as usual. It was great to visit with you. 10th year and 11th visit. And we will continue to keep coming back here after year. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 3, 2026
Always a joy to have you stay with us! It was extra special this time as we got to spend some time getting to know you in person, We look forward to having you stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a “real home” … the furnishings and kitchen and features are wonderful. As everyone else has said, it is thoughtfully and incredibly well stocked! It is a very convenient location with easy access to everything we wanted to do. We went to Mount Rushmore on our way in from Rapid City. The house is only 6 minutes from the city of Custer and 11 minutes from Sylvan Lake (do the whole loop). The north end of Needles Highway is just 14 minutes away … this is where Needles Tunnel and Eye are located. The trailhead for Cathedral Spires is shortly past that (a great hike). The main Visitor Center is an easy 25 minutes drive that goes past Stockade Lake (and other sites) and where we started the Wildlife Loop (saw bison, pronghorns, and prairie dogs in multiple locations). Park Ranger recommended driving up to the Mount Coolidge Fire Tower - great views, bring binoculars to see Crazy Horse and Washington’s profile. We are SO glad we chose to stay at the Burgers, and that we got to meet them in person. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best VRBO we’ve stayed in. Excellent beds, very comfortable furnishings, extremely well stocked. You can’t go wrong. Minutes from Custer State Park, grocery store and restaurants but in a rural, peaceful setting. Loved seeing all the deer and turkeys every afternoon.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 17, 2026
Thanks so much for the wonderful review of your stay! Sounds like you were able to enjoy the home, the surroundings, and the proximity to many of the Black Hills attractions.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It doesn’t get any better than this!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing home in such a convenient location to explore the area. It is in a quiet area just far enough from town to drink coffee on the deck while watching deer and turkey but close enough to run into town if need be.Stan and Shirley thought of everything to make the stay enjoyable. We have stayed in many vacation homes and this one was by far stocked better than any before. The house was spotless and the beds were very comfortable.The check in and out process was simple and went very smoothly and communication couldn’t have been better. There is a game room downstairs and they have many games to play both inside and outside. This was a perfect place to get away and enjoy God’s creation!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 3, 2026
Wow, your review covers everything there is to enjoy in this little piece of heaven in the Black Hills. Thanks so much for your kind words! We hope that you will share this place with any friends/family who may want to visit the Black Hills.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the game room and had an awesome spot to plan our adventures in the black hills. Thank you for allowing us to rent out your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 21, 2026
Thanks for your review of our home and the convenient location! Glad that you enjoyed the game room and hope that you were able to see and do most of what you had planned to do in the beautiful Black Hills!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was as described and very nice. Great location. The host was super responsive to any questions asked. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 18, 2026
So glad that you enjoyed your stay with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was excellent in every way. Location is close to town and the parks. Fully furnished over and above. View was relaxing and the host is very accommodating. We would highly recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 8, 2026
We were so glad to have your group be our first guests of this summer season! Thanks for the great review! Apologies for the trouble with the hot water system, but thankful that our repairman was able to get it resolved quickly. Hope you will share this place with family or friends who may plan a trip to the Black Hilld.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent rental house in Custer State Park! This house is so well stocked with everything you need and more. Our kids enjoyed the outside playset and air hockey table in the basement. We even used the cards and games they have at the house. This house is very close to all that Custer State Park has to offer including Sylvan lake where we ended up going multiple times during our stay. The hosts are very quick to reply and very accommodating! We loved staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 13, 2026
We are so happy that the entire family enjoyed their stay with us and all of the activities nearby in Custer State Park. Thanks for your wonderful review. Hope you will share your experience with family or friends who may plan a trip to the Black Hills.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable accommodations, great location

Very clean and organized property with plenty of comforts to ensure a pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 22, 2025
Thanks so much for your review. So happy that you found the home to be comfortable and relaxing for your recent stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The only VRBO we’ve stayed more than once. Very comfortable. Feels like home.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family getaway

Great accommodations, location & views!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2023
Thanks for your review! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay in our home!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great location

The house was nice and the location was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2023
Being close to many of the sites in the Black Hills is also what we enjoy about this home. Thanks for your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay! Our family of four loved sitting on the deck, watching the wild life, enjoying the beautiful scenery, and playing in the game room in the basement. The house was immaculate, well stocked, and so comfortable. We would highly recommend and would come back in a blink of an eye.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 31, 2025
Thank you for staying at our home! We are so glad that your entire family enjoyed the home and the wonderful surroundings! Be sure to share your impressions with family and friends who may be planning a visit to the beautiful Black Hills in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the 10th time we’ve stayed at your property and love it every time. Thanks for offering your beautiful house to us. !!Lynn and Jim
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 22, 2025
We are always happy that you two choose to stay in our home each fall. We hope that your other family members enjoyed their stay this summer as well.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Cleanest VRBO we've stayed in. Had everything you need and super organized.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 23, 2023
So good to hear that the items we strive to provide to our guests were appreciated! Hope you will stay with us again and share this information with friends and/or family who may be planning a vaction to the Black Hill.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this home! The location was ideal—close to everything we wanted to explore in the Black Hills and easy to get to. The kitchen was well-stocked with cookware, utensils, and even our favorite Keurig coffee pods. Our kids loved spending time in the basement, which was perfect for games and movie nights. We also enjoyed watching deer and turkeys wander through the yard each morning. It truly felt like a comfortable home away from home, and we’d gladly stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 8, 2026
My apologies for not replying sooner to your wonder review of your stay last October! Hopefully your family is still treasuring the memories you made together during your stay in the Black Hills! We appreciate your kind words and hope that you will return .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to stay in the Black Hills!

This house was so lovely! From relaxing on the back porch to playing games in the basement, we had a total blast! The house has all the amenities, is in a great location near Custer, and you can see local wildlife from the home! This home was above and beyond our expectations! We will definitely stay here again while visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2025
We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay with us! Thanks for the wonderful review. We do look forward to having you stay with us again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous, just fabulous!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 21, 2025
So happy that your enjoyed your stay with us in the Black Hills!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Thank you so much for sharing your home with us. It was a great trip and the location was so great being less than 5 mins from Custer. Very clean and the accommodations were great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 9, 2022
Thanks so much for the wonderful review. So glad that you enjoyed your vacation from this location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our stay

Our stay was amazing. So organized, instructions were great. House was clean and the kids had so much fun with the games inside the house and outside. Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 29, 2024
Thanks so much for your wonderful review. We are glad that the entire family enjoyed their stay in the Black Hills from this location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property!

We loved our stay. The house was beautiful and super clean. Close enough to the main attractions. Homeowners were very responsive to any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 10, 2021
So glad that your family enjoyed the Black Hills and the attractions in the area! Thanks for your thoughtful review!
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