Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Secluded Setting On French Creek In The Southern Black Hills
Secluded and comfortable three bedroom home located on the famous French Creek known as the "Jewel of the Black Hills". The house is vintage 1970's architecture and filled with character. There is an outdoor shower, as well as an outdoor cooktop and grill and a firepit. French Creek runs along the length of the property - on sunny days there are two large turtles that love to sunbathe on the tree over the creek. Deer and wild turkeys are often grazing in the yard. The five acre property shares a boundary with the Black Hills National Forest. Custer State Park and Blue Bell Lodge are a five minute drive away. The City of Custer is only a ten minute drive (eight miles) and offers unique shopping and dining. The house is conveniently located within 30 minutes of Mount Rushmore, Wind Cave National Park, Sylvan Lake, Jewel Cave, Black Elk Peak, Needles Highway, the Mickelson Trail and all the sites, activities and beautiful scenery the Hills have to offer. Fish for trout in French Creek without leaving the property, or head out for a hike in any direction. Children welcome, no smoking, no pets.
Property manager
Todd and Michelle
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Custer
Located in Custer, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Crazy Horse Memorial is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Custer State Park and Black Hills National Forest. Needles Highway and Holy Terror Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Custer State Park Wildlife Loop Road - 39 min drive - 26.6 km
Getting around
Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 73 min drive
Restaurants
Blue Bell Lodge - 10 min drive
Baker's Bakery & Cafe - 12 min drive
Purple Pie Place - 13 min drive
Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - 12 min drive
Dairy Queen - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Secluded Setting On French Creek In The Southern Black Hills pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Secluded Setting On French Creek In The Southern Black Hills?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded Setting On French Creek In The Southern Black Hills?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Secluded Setting On French Creek In The Southern Black Hills located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Custer State Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Stockade Lake and French Creek. Black Hills National Forest and Big Rock Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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We had a wonderful stay. This property has easy access to the amazing Custer State Park! Easy day trips to the surrounding caves and Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse! Perfect kitchen and grill set up for cooking.
Great stay for our family getaway to the Black Hills. Michelle was great with checking in to make sure we were comfortable andbhad everything we needed. The property was well taken care of and clean! It was great listening to the nearby creek!
We had a great time staying at this property. It was well appointed, very clean, and had beautiful views of the Black Hills National Park. The host and hostess were very accommodating and the overall experience was a very smooth one. Highly recommended!!
The four of us enjoyed the quiet setting by the creek (inhabited by two snapping turtles), eating outside on the patio, and playing cards in the game room beside the stone fireplace. We had a great time using it as our home base.
Pros: Welcoming and Responsive hosts. Location convenient to many attractions/activities. Comfortably furnished. Well equipped kitchen with outdoor gas grill and fire pit (with wood supply)/washer/dryer
Cons: 2 bathrooms but only one with shower/Steep learning curve for TV/satellite operation
Perfect place for our sisters trip stay. Lovely setting, private and peaceful. House fully equipped with all you need. Backyard seating for listening to the wind whisper in the pines. Just perfect.
The pictures do not do this home justice. Full living and dinning room with full stone wall and thru fireplace, absolutly wonderful. Game room was perfect for card games after a day of hiking. This is the cleanest home we have rented and we rent remote locations a couple times a year. The only dirt in the house was what we drug in! The weather was colder and rainy so we did not get to enjoy the awesome outdoor setup but top of the line for sure. More amenities than a family of 4 could use and a perfect welcome basket. The hosts responded to the couple of questions we had within minutes. We typically do not go to the same location twice but if we are ever in the Blackhills again we would book here first.
Wonderful location right outside the park. But not too far away from alot of the attractions. Has a nice yard and creek in the backyard with a firepit and outside kitchen. Had a great time.
The house was perfect for our family! You can't ask for a better location. We were able to make trips to Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Jewel Cave, Wind Cave, Devil's Tower, and Badlands while staying in one location. The secluded setting and welcome basket was icing on the cake!
The property was perfect for our needs and the hosts did an exceptional job at making us feel welcomed! The home was very clean and roomy and had all the conveniences you could need. The location was ideal for us, only a few minutes from downtown Custer, which made it a great launching point to all the local attractions. We would definitely recommend and stay there again! Thank you Michelle & Todd!
My brother and sisters and I came for the buffalo round up and stayed in the cabin it was excellent. We made so many wonderful memories. Thank you for letting us rent your home
What a great place to stay! I can't say enough good things about this get away. The location was perfect! Just a few short minutes from everything. The running creek behind the house was amazing! We enjoyed firing up the bbq every evening for drinks and relaxation. The house was clean with everything we could possibly need. We would stay here again in a heartbeat!
We had several visitations with Todd what a knowledgeable guy we had several questions about the local area and utv rides great help about the local area. Much appreciated. Very nice location and a great place to stay. Thanks
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The owners, Todd and Michelle were quick to respond to any text. The house was spotless and very comfortable. We never took advantage of having the grill and outside patio, but it looked very inviting!! We walked down by the stream and also enjoyed watching the deer in the yard in the mornings and evenings. It was such a calm, peaceful setting and was so welcoming when we returned after each day’s adventure!
This home is in a perfect location that is close to Custer State Park. House was spotless including a well stocked kitchen. The beds are very comfortable. The welcome basket was a lovely surprise. We even saw the resident turtle down by the creek. There was a lot of good information about local hiking, restaurants and other family activities. We highly recommend this home. The hosts are wonderful and have a lot of knowledge of the area.
This is a beautiful property, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. It was secluded which was great, well stocked kitchen and we loved cooking on the outdoor grill. If you’re on a motorcycle be aware that it’s 3 miles of gravel road to the house but it’s been treated, the dust was low and we didn’t have any issues. The location was perfect to go see all the sites! Lots of great restaurants in Custer too. Todd was great to talk with, sorry we didn’t get to meet Michelle. Wonderful experience, we’ll definitely be back.
Our hosts met us within 5 mins of arriving, made us feel welcome, let us know where to eat and fish and made sure we knew where everything was located in the house. The setting sure is a blood pressure reducer. And it's centrally located to everything in the area, so it makes a perfect home base for a vacation. And to make it even better, the house is very well outfitted - kitchen dinnerware and utensils are plentiful, bedding and towels are plentiful, etc. Our stay there was just what we needed.
Such a beautiful quiet peaceful place to unwind and enjoy the days end after hiking and exploring! Multiple deer, 2 sets of fawns that would play in the yard, 2 bucks, and 7 wild Turkey including 2 babies! Having a creek in the back yard was the cherry on top! Home was inviting and well stocked, beds were comfortable. Todd & Michelle were always so quick to respond, and super host!!!
Patty M.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Todd and Michelle
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests