Cabin
12 Mile Ranch
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Reviews
8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
About this property
12 Mile Ranch
Summary:
12 Mile Ranch
The Space:
An outdoor enthusiast’s paradise in a lovely historic home! Looking for a beautiful escape in the woods with opportunities to hike, ATV, and bike right from your front door? Look no further than the 12 Mile Ranch. This home is located on 3 private acres, less than a mille from the BlueBird ATV/UTV trailhead, and surrounded by national forest. Watch the visiting wildlife and enjoy the views from the beautiful picture windows or unwind in the evenings after sightseeing. 12 Mile Ranch is completely furnished, including towels and linens, with 2 bedrooms (queen beds in each) a bonus space for the kids with a bunk bed, and 2 bathrooms. It is a cozy historic home with everything you need in one place.
Note: There are 7.7 miles of gravel which makes this a difficult home to ride a motorcycle to. The rate for this home during the Sturgis Rally is discounted as it's not ideal for motorcyclists.
12 Mile Ranch has a rich history in Custer County and the southern Black Hills. Founded in 1884 by local miner Joseph Heumphreus, 12 Mile Ranch — so named for its distance from the town of Custer — served as a stage stop in the 1880s on the Cheyenne-to-Deadwood Stagecoach Line, boarding travelers making their way to and from Deadwood in the waning years of the Black Hills Gold Rush. Later the Heumphreus family raised horses and cattle, and became prominent fixtures in the Custer community. From the late 1920s to the early 1950s 12 Mile served as a dude ranch, hosting hundreds of visitors from around the country seeking an authentic experience in the American West. Today the ranch is owned by fifth-generation descendants of Joseph Heumphreus, making 12 Mile one of the oldest ranches in the Black Hills that is still in the same family as its founders.
**Book directly on our website and save on the Airbnb/VRBO fees
Amenities:
Sleeps: 6
# Bedrooms: 2 + bonus room
Hot tub: No
A/C: Yes, there are units in each of the two bedrooms
WiFi: Yes, high speed
TV service: TV with Roku and Sling TV, with the ability to bring your TV with you and log into your favorite streaming apps
Cell phone service: Not much, but there is high speed internet at the home
BBQ: Propane
Pack n play: Yes
Fire pit: No
Fire place: Not for guests use
Coffee maker: Coffee pot
City: Custer
Laundry: On site washer/dryer
Garage: No, but the yellow shed next to the home is available to park ATV's
Additional amenities: 3 acres of beautiful pine trees, surrounded by national forest
Parking: Plenty of parking for multiple cars and trailers
Gravel: 7.7 miles of gravel
RV Parking available: No
Beds: 2 Queens and 1 twin bed
Miles to Mt. Rushmore: 31.8 miles
Miles to Crazy Horse: 17.4 miles
Miles to Custer State Park: 16.8 miles
ATVing/Snowmobiling nearby: From the property in the surrounding national forest
Hiking nearby: Hiking from the property in the surrounding national forest
Additional Information:
Half of the total is taken at the time of reservation
The second half is automatically processed 14 days prior to reservation
No refundable deposits are taken
Cancellations that are made more than sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date are subject to a 5% cancellation fee or $50, whichever is greater. Cancellations or changes that are made within sixty (60) days of the arrival date, forfeit any payments made, unless the home can be re-rented; the cancellation fee still applies.
Airbnb cancellations that are made 7 days prior to the arrival date will forfeit 50% of the total booking cost. After 7 days prior to arrival, no refund will be given.
Rushmore Vacation Rentals provides guests with the following:
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Trash bags
Linens and 1 towel for each person the home sleeps
Kitchen stocked with plates, silverware, cups, baking dishes, etc. (enough for the amount the home sleeps)
Basic seasonings (salt & pepper)
Dish soap
Hand soap
Laundry detergent
(Washers and dryers are free for guests use)
12 Mile Ranch
The Space:
An outdoor enthusiast’s paradise in a lovely historic home! Looking for a beautiful escape in the woods with opportunities to hike, ATV, and bike right from your front door? Look no further than the 12 Mile Ranch. This home is located on 3 private acres, less than a mille from the BlueBird ATV/UTV trailhead, and surrounded by national forest. Watch the visiting wildlife and enjoy the views from the beautiful picture windows or unwind in the evenings after sightseeing. 12 Mile Ranch is completely furnished, including towels and linens, with 2 bedrooms (queen beds in each) a bonus space for the kids with a bunk bed, and 2 bathrooms. It is a cozy historic home with everything you need in one place.
Note: There are 7.7 miles of gravel which makes this a difficult home to ride a motorcycle to. The rate for this home during the Sturgis Rally is discounted as it's not ideal for motorcyclists.
12 Mile Ranch has a rich history in Custer County and the southern Black Hills. Founded in 1884 by local miner Joseph Heumphreus, 12 Mile Ranch — so named for its distance from the town of Custer — served as a stage stop in the 1880s on the Cheyenne-to-Deadwood Stagecoach Line, boarding travelers making their way to and from Deadwood in the waning years of the Black Hills Gold Rush. Later the Heumphreus family raised horses and cattle, and became prominent fixtures in the Custer community. From the late 1920s to the early 1950s 12 Mile served as a dude ranch, hosting hundreds of visitors from around the country seeking an authentic experience in the American West. Today the ranch is owned by fifth-generation descendants of Joseph Heumphreus, making 12 Mile one of the oldest ranches in the Black Hills that is still in the same family as its founders.
**Book directly on our website and save on the Airbnb/VRBO fees
Amenities:
Sleeps: 6
# Bedrooms: 2 + bonus room
Hot tub: No
A/C: Yes, there are units in each of the two bedrooms
WiFi: Yes, high speed
TV service: TV with Roku and Sling TV, with the ability to bring your TV with you and log into your favorite streaming apps
Cell phone service: Not much, but there is high speed internet at the home
BBQ: Propane
Pack n play: Yes
Fire pit: No
Fire place: Not for guests use
Coffee maker: Coffee pot
City: Custer
Laundry: On site washer/dryer
Garage: No, but the yellow shed next to the home is available to park ATV's
Additional amenities: 3 acres of beautiful pine trees, surrounded by national forest
Parking: Plenty of parking for multiple cars and trailers
Gravel: 7.7 miles of gravel
RV Parking available: No
Beds: 2 Queens and 1 twin bed
Miles to Mt. Rushmore: 31.8 miles
Miles to Crazy Horse: 17.4 miles
Miles to Custer State Park: 16.8 miles
ATVing/Snowmobiling nearby: From the property in the surrounding national forest
Hiking nearby: Hiking from the property in the surrounding national forest
Additional Information:
Half of the total is taken at the time of reservation
The second half is automatically processed 14 days prior to reservation
No refundable deposits are taken
Cancellations that are made more than sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date are subject to a 5% cancellation fee or $50, whichever is greater. Cancellations or changes that are made within sixty (60) days of the arrival date, forfeit any payments made, unless the home can be re-rented; the cancellation fee still applies.
Airbnb cancellations that are made 7 days prior to the arrival date will forfeit 50% of the total booking cost. After 7 days prior to arrival, no refund will be given.
Rushmore Vacation Rentals provides guests with the following:
Toilet paper
Paper towels
Trash bags
Linens and 1 towel for each person the home sleeps
Kitchen stocked with plates, silverware, cups, baking dishes, etc. (enough for the amount the home sleeps)
Basic seasonings (salt & pepper)
Dish soap
Hand soap
Laundry detergent
(Washers and dryers are free for guests use)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Custer
Located in Custer, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Four Mile Old West Town Museum and Jewel Cave National Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rocky Knolls Golf Course and Sylvan Lake. Needles Highway and Evans Plunge Mineral Springs are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing, mountain climbing and cycling nearby.

Custer, SD
What's nearby
- Four Mile Old West Town Museum - 25 min drive - 16.5 km
- Jewel Cave National Monument - 32 min drive - 30.6 km
- Custer State Park - 41 min drive - 36.5 km
- Crazy Horse Memorial - 42 min drive - 33.8 km
- Sylvan Lake - 44 min drive - 39.2 km
Getting around
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Reviews
8.4
Very good
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Check-in
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Communication
9.0/10
Location
9.0/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
18 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott H.
2 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Atv group
Scott H.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Peter Y.
22 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peter Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Cherlyn A.
14 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Cherlyn A.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Craig C.
25 Jun 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Craig C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Misgana T.
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Historical Cabin
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