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Elk Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps 8, 2 full bath

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • At the center of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to 1881 Courthouse Museum
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Custer, SD
  • Place, Harbach Centennial Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, French Creek Park
    ‪5 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Elk Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps 8, 2 full bath

Grab a spot in downtown Custer, South Dakota! Near Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park, Mickelson Trail, Crazy Horse Memorial, Wind Cave National Park, Jewel Cave, within walking distance to shops, breweries, and restaurants. This apartment offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, sofa bed, fully equipped kitchen, dining area and gathering space. You will have views of the Custer sign and the downtown area, perfect for parades on 4th of July and Gold Discovery Days. Free parking and free EV Charging.

Modern living in the historic city of Custer, grab your bike and hit the Mickelson Trail. Take a walk downtown and discover all the wonderful places.

Bedroom 1 has a King Bed and a private attached bathroom.
Bedroom 2 has a bunk bed with twin on top of double bed.
Bedroom 3 has a Queen bed.
Sofa-bed located in living room area.
Additional main bathroom and full kitchen.

South Dakota Outdoor Shop is located on the first floor, climbing instruction, and beer or wine.

Our guest can reach us by phone or text.

Historic downtown Custer is welcoming to all, you'll find something that everyone loves and just a few minutes to Custer State Park, where the heavens meet the earth! Get outdoors and explore the park, hike, bike, fish, jump, have fun!

We suggest a vehicle for traveling the Black Hills. However there are many great tour groups to hop in with. This location offers a prime spot to walk or bike downtown for nightly entertainment and experiences.

Free Custer State Park Pass
Complimentary Bottled water and snacks
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 3213212
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Custer

Located in Custer, this apartment is in the city center and near theme parks. While the natural beauty of Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sylvan Lake. Needles Highway and Granite Sports are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hunting nearby.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • Harbach Centennial Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Way Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Big Rock Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • French Creek Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪VFW Post #3442 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Skogen Kitchen - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Elk Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps 8, 2 full bath have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Elk Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps 8, 2 full bath?

As of Jun 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Elk Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps 8, 2 full bath on Aug 16, 2026 start from $306, 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.

Is Elk Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps 8, 2 full bath pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elk Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps 8, 2 full bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elk Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps 8, 2 full bath?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Elk Loft in Downtown Custer, Sleeps 8, 2 full bath located?

Located in the heart of Custer, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Harbach Centennial Park and Black Hills National Forest. Way Park and 1881 Courthouse Museum are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The last minute stay and accommodations were wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nicely kept Apartment with a Great Location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property worked out great for our stay! Great, convenient location in Custer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

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

Great Stay

The property was clean and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

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

Custer vacation

Super convenient location and everything was exactly as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney U.

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

Great place in Custer!

We had an awesome time staying here. The location was perfect, close to Custer State Park, restaurants, and shopping. The place was nice and roomy for my family. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

laura l.

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

Main Street Stay

Great place to stay in Custer. The loft is extremely clean and nicely put together. The location is perfect for all surrounding activities, and it’s nice to be able to walk to dinner. Its’s lovely to have 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in a rental. The beds are comfortable! We would happily book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Barb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to all attractions in the area. Had everything we needed. Very clean and updated. Only negative is that there are no closets to hang clothes but wasn't a big deal. Beds were very comfortable. I would definitely stay here again on a future return trip! Host was easy to contact. Overall, great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great. Loft was perfectly located for day trips to all the tourist attractions near Custer. The only downside is that all the luggage had to be carried up a flight of stairs no elevator We would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia H.

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

Great Loft in Downtown Custer!

We stayed in a three-bedroom loft and were very pleased with the cleanliness, location, and overall experience.Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

This is located on the main road in Custer, with shops and restaurants all within walking distance. For those wanting to visit attractions both south of Custer (Mammoth Site and Evans Plunge in Hot Springs, Lake Angostura) and north of Custer (Mount Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Keystone, etc), this place is very centrally locate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

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

Fabulous location in Custer

We used Custer as our base for a five day trip to SD. This apartment was in a fabulous location. It was clean and the owners even had a a free Custer State Park pass for us to use.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Enjoyed our stay

We loved the location right on the main road by all the restaurants. Everything was walkable within 2 blocks. The apartment was great, very quiet, supplied with basic essentials. Rooms were as expected, comfortable beds and pillows. Nice having 2 full baths. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Great, New, Wonderful Location!!!

This new loft was great for our family of 6. It encompassed our wants well, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, air conditioned. We loved the newness and the location in downtown Custer. Owner was very attentive!! We would defitnately stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Very Pleased!

This newly renovated loft was in a great location right in town and close to Custer State Park. It was surprisingly quiet and had new amenities and furnishings. Beds were very comfortable and large shower heads were a bonus. We felt very comfortable and safe there!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin A.

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

Great location - Updated Unit

Great location right in downtown Custer. The unit seemed newly updated. Beds were comfy and we appreciated the water bottles and snacks. We loved doing the camping puzzle and hanging out in the evenings after long days of sightseeing and wildlife spotting! If I could add anything it would be a dishwasher (no one wants to wash dishes on vacation - am I right?) Parking was super convenient right out front. I would stay here again:-)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

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

Great location!

We loved staying in Downtown Custer! Close to all the sites we wanted to visit during the day, and we could walk to donuts in the morning or ice cream and souvenir shopping in the evening! Don’t miss the Custer skywalk trailhead behind the apartment. There are plenty of great restaurants nearby, but since we were cooking several meals to save money we wished for more kitchen items. Luckily we had packed a mixing bowl (there were none) and we had to go buy a spatula to flip our pancakes. The bedrooms and bathrooms were great, and plenty of tables and chairs for eating and game playing, but we wished for more than one couch for the 5 of us to enjoy a comfortable seat for a movie night. We didn’t realize when booking that there was more than one apartment in the loft, but it was surprisingly quiet, despite having close neighbors. Would happily stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

gary m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice space and location but we would not rent here againThis rating is 2 due to some issues we hadSleeps 8 but couch only seats 3 so we used dining room chairsNot a pro or con but the beds are all extremely firm bordering on hardA/C was not operational for the season yet and the unit was 76-86 degrees insideWe bought floor fans at the local ACE to try to get it more comfortable inside as the bedroom windows did not help cool the kitchen or living areas There are no ceiling fans in kitchen or living room and the living room window does not open so no way to get air movement Rooms have fans but no ventilation ducts, there is a small A/C and heater in the kitchen that I don’t think would heat or cool the bedroomsNot listed as an amenity but no washer/dryer is a bummer
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa '.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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