Log Home, secluded on a creek

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Exceptional

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Kitchen

Fireplace

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Custer, SD

Four Mile Old West Town Museum

14 min drive

Jewel Cave National Monument

15 min drive

Rocky Knolls Golf Course

18 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Loft

5 Single Beds

Main floor - NW bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Main floor - SW bedroom

1 Queen Bed

NW Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

SE Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower Level Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

A custom crafted log home offers comfort in every season of the year. Our property consists of thirty-two acres of wildflowers, pine trees, and rocky ridges, surrounded by National Forest providing hiking in the meandering valley of French Creek.

Our home includes two bedrooms on the main floor, two on the lower level (a walk-out basement) and a large loft with five single beds. There is a full bath on each floor. The Great Room, which has a stunning rock fireplace as a focal point, flows into a dining room and kitchen area, A long covered porch covers the full length of the house, and a large open deck looks down a long valley. Beautiful lawn surrounds the cabin, with a path down to French Creek which flows by the cabin. There is a firepit for evening campfires, a tree-house with swing, and equipment for Ladderball, Cornhole, and other family games. A softball field also serves as an area for Frisbee and other activities.

Property manager

JRL Retreat

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 35

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All other House Rules covered in the Rental Agreement (available for download on this website).

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Custer

Located in Custer, this holiday home is in the mountains. Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Needles Highway and Granite Sports. Travelling with kids? Consider South Dakota State Railroad Museum and Museum @ Black Hills Institute. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Custer, SD

What's nearby

Jewel Cave National Monument - 15 min drive
Custer State Park - 32 min drive
Needles Highway - 32 min drive
Crazy Horse Memorial - 35 min drive
Sylvan Lake - 35 min drive

Getting around

Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

‪Purple Pie Place - ‬20 min drive
‪Laughing Water Restaur - ‬27 min drive
‪Espresso & More - ‬20 min drive
‪Wicked Espresso - ‬20 min drive
‪Feel Good Cafe - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Log Home, secluded on a creek pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Log Home, secluded on a creek?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Log Home, secluded on a creek?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Log Home, secluded on a creek located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Four Mile Old West Town Museum, Jewel Cave National Monument and Indian Museum of North America. Black Hills National Forest and Crazy Horse Memorial are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Wendy H.

26 Aug 2024

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

Great place to hop on trails

We stayed here since it was close to trails to ride our side by sides. The place was secluded from others, and we had lots of room to play games and hang out. The house had everything we needed for our group of 9. Would stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

10 Aug 2024

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Great cabin in magical location

We loved the private, beautiful location. The cabin was well-appointed, comfortable and clean. The owner was very communicative and helpful. Definitely would recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

2 Aug 2024

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

Custer Log Cabin

This is our 4th time staying at this beautiful cabin. Our family enjoys all the beauty it has to offer. Such a relaxing place to be out in nature. We have made many great memories there and hope to be able to make more in the future. Thanks for letting us enjoy your beautiful area.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach R.

24 July 2024

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

Beautiful cabin in the hills, perfect for families or groups.

A beautiful property tucked away in the hills out of town. Very secluded and private, with a ton of games and things to do on-site for families. Close to all of the fire roads and trails for those who want to ride off-road vehicles in the black hills. Has everything you need to cook, clean & just sit back and relax (But no TVs!) Hosts were very good with communication and my entire group was very happy with the property. Thank you again!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

18 July 2024

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Beautifully perfect cabin

Just wanna start with wow! Are stay was perfect. The cabin was perfect, the host was wonderful. If you’re looking for a place to stay with or without the family and want that homey feel, this is it. Front porch sitting, no traffic, spectacular view, kids could run free outside with no worries. They had enough toys to playground equipment, they were never bored. The house was fully supplied with kitchen appliances for home cooking instead going out every night. Anything we forgot we found it there, and the grocery store was only a small drive away if need be. We all enjoyed are stay and would definitely recommend it again and to others.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald S.

2 July 2024

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Secluded and Beautiful

Great property. It was clean and plenty to do off the grid. There is WiFi, but no TVs as it is designed to be more of a way to reconnect with your family. We had a great time playing board games and enjoying the outdoors. The creek is close by but we thought it would have been easier to access and maybe a bit bigger than it really was. Host was very attentive as well.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly Plourde E.

26 June 2024

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Home Away from Home

We are traveling with Young adult Children, but this cabin is equipped to handle varying family sizes and ages. We found everything we needed and it felt very welcoming, like you were home. The kitchen was stocked with everything you could need to prepare meals with plenty of dishes and silverware. We were away from the cabin most of the time we were in town, but there was so much to do on site, if you plan some down time while visiting, you will be glad you did. Everything was great and we would definitley recommend or stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

22 June 2024

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

The BEST

This cabin was incredible! We stayed with another couple and their 2 kids and had plenty of room. The cabin had everything we could ever need. The views are beautiful and they are close to most attractions. I would highly recommend it. Jeff was the best as well. Book it!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

15 June 2024

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Quiet Spacious Cabin

Nestled up the hills, the property is peaceful and beautiful! We came to go side-by-siding and there was plenty of parking for our three trucks and trailers (and room for another one or two) with easy and quick access to the trails. 4 bedrooms plus loft, plenty of sleeping space for large groups. Jeff responded to messages in a timely manner, was accomodating, and just down right wonderful to work with! Our group is hopeful to stay here again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

5 June 2024

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Wonderfully Secluded Rental

The location and seclusion of the rental was absolutely wonderful. We were only 15 minutes from Custer and a short drive to various attractions. The area is beautiful and we all appreciated the privacy. The rental was very generously stocked with plenty of towels, blankets, games, kitchen items and anything else you can think of. The kids enjoyed playing catch and we had a very fun family baseball game. The property is surrounded by a National Forest providing wonderful hiking opportunities. The beds were very comfortable and we all slept like babies. I would absolutely rent again!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H., Mequon, WI

27 Nov 2023

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Hunting Trip

The property is fantastic and well maintained. As long as they'll have us, we'll keep coming back.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caleb M.

9 Oct 2023

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Beautiful Cabin

Great cabin for the family. Very secluded and private. My family loved the place! We enjoyed setting around the fireplace and the beautiful views in the valley. This place exceeded our expectations! Thanks to Jeff we had everything we needed and more.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob G.

29 Sept 2023

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great cabin retreat in the Black Hills!

The property and cabin are a great location for a retreat or to use as a home base for exploration in the Black Hills. We had a great time and everything was as expected. The host was an excellent communicator. During our stay, we didn't get to spend as much time about the property as we planned because of great weather and all the cool things to do in the Black Hills. We wished we had more time!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jerome f.

28 Sept 2023

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Secluded Splendor

All of our group of 4 couples really liked our stay. Setting on the deck in the evenings watching the wildlife come out was a highlight. The location is AWESOME as none of us like crowds and next door neighbors hootin n hollering all night. Would we stay again? YES, In a heartbeat. Jeff, send me your email or a text message, I have a photo or two to share with you,

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea S., Mitchell

5 Sept 2023

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Relaxing, comfortable, secluded cabin

This cabin was a great getaway for our whole, multigenerational family to create some priceless memories. It was a great secluded location surrounded by the beauty of the black hills. The cabin offered many amenities and nothing was left unthought of by the owners. We enjoyed a day just hanging out and relaxing at the cabin playing games, hiking, and exploring the area on atvs. It is also located close to the town of Custer and Custer State Park that we could venture there all day to come back to a relaxing evening at the cabin. Thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin with us!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

17 Aug 2023

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Amazing place to stay!

The property owners call it a retreat and that is absolutely true. The log cabin is in a valley surrounded by the mountains. My favorite part was sitting on the deck in the morning listening to the breeze in the trees and the water in the creek below. Plenty of games and things to do for the kids. We have 6 kids ages 16 thru 2 and they all had so much fun. They loved exploring and enjoying the land. It’s close to all the major attractions but most importantly, it’s simply beautiful. This is a busy, noisy world we live in. This place will offer peace and solitude in the beauty of the nature around.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

10 June 2023

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Location is incredible

Such a beautiful property in the Black Hills National Forest. It did not disappoint.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

7 June 2023

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Beautiful Area

Loved our stay. The cabin was just what we needed. Plenty of space for everyone. The area is just beautiful. The cabin was fully stocked with everything you could possibly need. Jeff was wonderful and answered all my questions timely. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

6 June 2023

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Beautiful Setting!!

Jeff and family were such wonderful hosts! The cabin was more than what we thought, more than enough room for 7, gorgeous views from the porch, every amenity you can think of, French Creek right by the cabin, activities for the kids.... it was great! Can't wait to come back again! Jeff has been a great communicator thru the whole process and it made our stay even better! Cheers from Colorado!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sunda O.

3 June 2023

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South Dakota Adventure

Each year my best friend and I meet somewhere for a week to reconnect, unwind, and recharge for the rest of the year. This year we chose South Dakota to explore Badlands NP, Mount Rushmore, Custer State Park and other nearby activities. It was a wonderful time and frankly, another two or three days would have been ideal. I chose this property for the solitude, the beauty of the area and its’ proximity to many of the above mentioned sites. We were not disappointed! The home is FULLY STOCKED! I mean from spices to toilet paper, we had everything we needed to feel “at home”. That is exactly how we felt, the home is very well cared for and loved, which is evident from the moment you enter the home. The property is ideal for a family or even a reunion, as there are four bedrooms, and a sleeping loft that has 6 twin beds. There are two bathrooms and a full sized washer and dryer. We spent a lot of time outside in the evenings, listening to the creek. We actually cut a couple of things out of our itinerary so we could spend a full day at the cabin. We were greeted by chipmunks and squirrels daily, many birds and even a group of antelope one morning. I encourage you to consider this property if you are looking to really enjoy the area as a local and not a tourist. The cabin is about 3 miles off the main highway, so it’s about a 10 minute drive on gravel roads to arrive. I appreciate this as I live in an urban area now. Rent this home you won’t regret it!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H., Mequon, WI

3 Dec 2022

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Hunting Trip

Fantastic location with amazing views of the Black Hills. The owners are extremely responsive and helpful. You couldn’t ask for more in rental property. We had a fantastic time and hope to come back again.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill G., Geneva, Illinois

3 Oct 2022

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A Beautiful and Peaceful Retreat

I came here with my husband, sister and brother and their spouses. We did not know what to expect on the drive in. But what we saw was breathtaking. The cabin looks like a hallmark card. It was just perfect for the six of us. The beauty of the Aspen trees and forest around the cabin was breathtaking. My sister-in-law is a southern girl and has been in Florida for the past 30 years. She told me she never thought she could leave Florida but this cabin and all its beauty might have changed that. Thank you for stocking it better than any other VRBO I have been in. Everything we could possibly have wanted ( other than the food we ate ) was provided for us. We had a beautiful experience staying the cabin in the woods. Also its location is perfect for all of things to do and see in the Black Hills .

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette G.

24 Sept 2022

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Black Hills Reunion of Military friends

Beautiful log home in picturesque setting in the heart of the Black Hills. A short drive to many attractions and restaurants. Or enjoy hiking, star gazing or reading a good book at the cabin. Many amenities. Owner is nearby and attentive to any needs. We would definitely come again!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen F.

18 Sept 2022

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Time to connect

We had a wonderful time exploring & relaxing at a most peaceful valley of enchantment. The stars! There is plenty of room for people to gather AND be by themselves! So good!

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

13 Aug 2022

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Family vacation

JLR retreat did not disappoint! From the moment we arrived we had everything we needed. Cabin was beautiful, peaceful setting, and close to all attractions. This may have been the best rental we have ever had and suited our lifestyle perfectly! Thank you Jeff, it was a wonderful stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by JRL Retreat

We are three couples—two sisters, a brother, and our spouses—who enjoy the bond of family and friendship. Some of us grew up in the Black Hills; it has been a special area for all of us. As “the changes and chances of life” took us to various parts of the country over the years, we all thought of the Black Hills as “coming home,” so in 1986 we agreed to turn a dream into reality, and purchased what we have come to call JRL Retreat. It has worked well to share it among (now) three generations of our families—and we love sharing it with others.

Why they chose this property

Once you turn off the road, the surrounding National Forest offers complete seclusion. From the cabin deck, the view is valley in one direction, valley in the other, the creek down below, and “Rubble Rock Mountain” behind. The North Fork and the South Fork of historic French Creek come together on this land, forming a junction that opens onto beautiful hikes up the valley of either fork. Rising above the creek valley are pine-covered hillsides and rugged rock ridges.

What makes this property unique

The Southern Black Hills has a climate sometimes described as the “Banana Belt,” and JRL Retreat, at 6,000 feet elevation, is usually ten degrees cooler in the summer, and ten degrees warmer in the winter, than the nearby South Dakota plains. There are wonderful attractions less than an hour in any direction from the cabin, but—with a creek, a mountain, and a modern log cabin—you don’t have to go anywhere!

In the summer the days are warm; nights are cool. And there is very low humidity.