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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill
  • Deck or patio

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

CM Russell

1 Queen Bed

General Custer's room

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

2 Double Futons

The Hunter's Room

1 Queen Bed

West River Family room

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Full bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area

About this property

Experience history of Downtown 1880's building that was a brothel. Entire place!

Play All Day – Unwind Downtown in Eve.

Heart of the Hills! Family, Friends, Couples Rendezvous!

Entire place is yours with upstairs sleeping area and downstairs kitchen/entertainment area as well as outdoor patio and grilling area. Walking distance to downtown restaurants and bars of Custer. Large parking area in back.
Step back in time in this meticulously restored 1880s saloon and brothel. Today, it serves as a unique retreat for adventurous travelers seeking a blend of history and modern comfort. The upper level has four inviting bedrooms, accommodating up to 10 guests. Unwind on the deck with the fire pit, in the downstairs space with pool, or enjoying a beverage in the chilled glasses.
Two large windows overlooking Main Street Custer with original 1880s brick walls and original woodwork. Four bedrooms are themed for the history of the era and area. The VRBO is accessed by 22 steps but leads you to a view of Custer's main street and a part of the city's history. There is a full bathroom, two half baths, full kitchen and a kitchenette that will allow you to relax, enjoy and revive during your stay. The downstairs provides a full kitchen, two futons and large Smart TV, pool table and keg stools from the old AJ's Ore Car Saloon! There is a fire pit and patio loveseat and 2 chairs on the upper deck and a grill, bean bag boards, and two full picnic table for the lower gated area. It was the brothel in past years so we have saved the old peep access as well as other finds in our restoration process.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Unplug coffee maker. Put towels and bedding in hampers in kitchenette.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the neighborhood

Custer

Custer is home to this vacation home. 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. Needles Highway and Granite Sports are also worth visiting.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Rapid City Regional Airport (RAP) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Frontier Bar And Grill - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Skogen Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪VFW Post #3442 - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Experience history of Downtown 1880's building that was a brothel. Entire place! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Experience history of Downtown 1880's building that was a brothel. Entire place!?

As of Apr 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Experience history of Downtown 1880's building that was a brothel. Entire place! on Apr 26, 2026 start from $331, 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 Experience history of Downtown 1880's building that was a brothel. Entire place!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Experience history of Downtown 1880's building that was a brothel. Entire place!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Experience history of Downtown 1880's building that was a brothel. Entire place! located?

Situated in Custer, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of 1881 Courthouse Museum and Black Hills National Forest. Way Park and Harbach Centennial Park are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a perfect base for a big group. The kitchen is well appointed and having a pool table was such a fun bonus! We really enjoyed the ample, well lit, off street, private parking as well as the fun of being able to walk right onto Custer's main strip for shopping and dining. The host communicated in a timely manner, always. Did I mention the lovely in house laundry? It really made it possible to relax in our down time. The upper deck was also a lovely gathering point. We would certainly book again. Thank you!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Loved the history and super convenient location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan A.

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

Fantastic Custer stay in the heart of town.

Loved every minute in this unique location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’ve stayed in a few vrbos, but this one is by far my favorite. All the charm of the Old West with all the convenience of modern amenities. Wonderful location walkable to many restaurants, grocery store, drug store, and gift shops. This location is also only a short drive to many Black Hills attractions, including notably Custer State Park. I love this place and hope to stay here during all my annual trips to the Black Hiils!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

National parks

Great location to see so much, especially a family group or friends, beautiful restoration with attention to details
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl B.

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

Great experience

What a unique experinece. The owners hsve put a lot of work into the renovations of this brothel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

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

Hills vacation 2025

It was an awesome property, The host was the best, even left us frosted mugs. The only thing that would make it better is more seating in the living room. We were left everything we could possibly need. Being downtown worked perfect for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris D.

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

Great location

The property was just as advertised. The location was awesome for being able to just walk out and explore downtown Custer. The layout was probably more suited for a a group of buddies than a family with kids but it worked for us. It was not quite set up for cozy nights in with the fam, but everything was as advertised. The beds were clean and comfortable. The history of the building was a vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aven L.

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

Great Place to stay.

This was a great place to stay right in the middle of town every thing was new and clean, you can easy walk to anywhere in town with many good options for food or drinks Nextdoor or just blocks away. For being in the middle of town at night it’s actually quite quiet not much traffic or people after 8:30pm. It’s a very cool unique location with a lot of space. I would recommend it to anyone interested in visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

Fun place to stay convenient location!

My family spent 4th of July week at this location. Fun place to stay and perfect location for the 4th of July activities. We were able to watch the parade and fireworks from the bedroom window. Private parking and nice deck and outdoor space. My kids loved the pool table. Owner was friendly, helpful and responded quickly to the few questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raymond L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved the Custer Rendezvous. Prior to our arrival, there was excellent communication with the Host and check in was extremely easy. Everything was exactly as advertised. While there were just 2 of us, it could have easily accommodated up to 10 people, as advertised. The kitchen facilities were great; and we used the BBQ several nights and cooked breakfast in as well. We loved the location which had easy access to all of the major sites in the Black Hills area. A plus was that it had good A/C since the daytime temperatures got very high for several days of our stay. Many other places in the area did not have A/C. We would definitely come back, and we would recommend it for couples or larger groups.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Fun

We stayed here for a fun night out with our adult kids. The location is great and the property is really a fun concept. The downstairs is open with a pool table and the upstairs has the bedrooms. The space could use more mirrors in the bedrooms for getting ready since there is only 1 bathroom upstairs. The downstairs could use a little light above the table as it is a dark area. All in all it is a fun space to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

DK P.

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

In town Custer

It was great to stay in a historic building in the center of such a great little town. We had passed by the building for decades and never really thought about it. The place easily comfortably accommodated our family of seven adults. There are two, downstairs small bathrooms (no tub or shower) that were not mentioned in the listing that were very handy. The pool table was a lot of fun and wish we could have used it more. The upstairs sleeping rooms were well finished and very comfortable. It was great to have a washer and dryer in the space as well. We got to meet the owners during our stay and look forward to all the positive changes and improvements that they have on their to-do list.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerad N.

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

Main Street Custer

Our family made a trip to the Black Hills at the tail end of Sturgis week. This property being right on Main Street Custer really allowed you to see and hear the motorcycles while allowing you to be within walking distance of several ice cream shops, restaurants, and souvenir shops. The overall location of Custer allowed us to visit many of the area attraction by being an hour or less away. The historical building and Main Street location may be a drawback for some but wasn’t for us. Plenty of space, being close to many things, and overall cleanliness and communication were appreciated by our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

randall h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Im not one to just leave 5 stars , But this place earned it !! .Loved this place and the history Went for Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Had an amazing time We mainly went for the riding and theres plenty close to Custer. About an hour and a half ride from sturgis or deadwood but worked out perfect though . The Cafe next door is a must try(great breakfast) and if you want to get a drink theres a great little bar across the street.Everyone we met was great ( If your going for Sturgis just keep in mind these people are over worked and over whelmed, and might take a little longer at times . They handle it great and just down right good people )Only thing i would suggest is putting the address at the back gate just so people are 100% sure they're in the right spot . Great parking we had a van with small trailer and 4 bikes and there was still plenty of room .
Rode to Devil's Tower,looped around to spearfish canyon , to Deadwood and then back to Custer. Great day ride
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely enjoyed our stay at this property. The historic building had been renovated and still retained its character. The main level was spacious and great for my grandkids to unwind after a busy day. The rooms were large and the beds/pillows were amazing! Especially enjoyed the front bedroom windows looking out over Main Street. We enjoyed a quiet evening on the back deck and the mini kitchen with popcorn on the 2nd floor was a nice touch. It was great fun being downtown right in the heart of things. We were able to walk to several restaurants in minutes and enjoyed the local shops. Host was very responsive and provided a great experience. For a unique experience I would definitely recommend this “brothel.”
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just what we wanted it to be! Perfect :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

About the host

Hosted by Kalyn A Gutormson

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We are South Dakotans that love the Black Hills and history that we want others to experience!

Why they chose this property

This building needed some TLC and upgrades. We gutted the upstairs and added electrical and plumbing as well as refurbishing the downstairs area. Custer has a great history and Mt Rushmore Road has the access to restaurants, shopping and the sights and sounds of Custer.

What makes this property unique

We have saved the transom windows, double pcket doors, a 1921 letter found in the mopboard, the peep hole from the back door and the kegs from the AJ's Ore Car Saloon. We have researched the history of the 1880's building and connected with the 1881 Court House Museum to add to the history of Custer.

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