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Two Blocks from Downtown Custer--EAT, SHOP, EXPLORE

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 8900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Custer, SD
  • 1881 Courthouse Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Crazy Horse Memorial
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Sylvan Lake
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Garden

About this property

Two Blocks from Downtown Custer--EAT, SHOP, EXPLORE

1895 Victorian House, completely renovated and conveniently located in historic downtown Custer. This unit is a townhome and shares a wall with the back unit. Each unit has a private entrance.

This beautiful home has 2 bedrooms 2 baths complete with queen sofa sleeper sleeps 6, or have us put in queen size air mattresses and 8 will sleep comfortably. All the amenities you will need to make your stay as comfortable as possible.

Enjoy the five minute walk to downtown Custer to enjoy an array of wonderful restaurants, shops and bars. You will be 30 minutes from Mt. Rushmore and less than 10 minutes from Crazy Horse and Custer State Park.

You will LOVE the large covered porch equipped with a grill so you can relax and enjoy a meal at home after your Black Hills explorations.

We are dog-friendly, and allow a maximum of one dog and this is subject to the owners approval and non-refundable pet fee. When booking add the pet fee to pay for your pet. If you are leaving for the day, we do require that you keep the dog kenneled while you are away.

If you are looking to accommodate a larger group, check out our sister property. VRBO ID: 486984

Property manager

Darin and Caitlin Smith
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
With owner approval and Pet Fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$500 Cleaning fee for smoking

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Custer

Located in Custer, this holiday home is in the city centre. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Mount Rushmore National Memorial, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Black Hills National Forest and Custer State Park. Needles Highway and Granite Sports are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails, mountain biking and rock climbing.
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Custer, SD

What's nearby

  • 1881 Courthouse Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rocky Knolls Golf Course - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Custer State Park - 11 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Crazy Horse Memorial - 13 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Sylvan Lake - 15 min drive - 13.7 km

Getting around

  • Rapid City, SD (RAP-Rapid City Regional) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baker's Bakery & Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Purple Pie Place - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Buglin' Bull Restaurant and Sports Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Miner's Cup - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Two Blocks from Downtown Custer--EAT, SHOP, EXPLORE pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Two Blocks from Downtown Custer--EAT, SHOP, EXPLORE?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two Blocks from Downtown Custer--EAT, SHOP, EXPLORE?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Two Blocks from Downtown Custer--EAT, SHOP, EXPLORE located?

Located in the heart of Custer, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Way Park and Black Hills National Forest. 1881 Courthouse Museum and Grand Magic Show are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, perfect for our group size. Loved being able to walk to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

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

Great place to stay!

Very clean, well-stocked kitchen, great location. Very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

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

GREAT LOCATION, NICE COZY HOUSE

GREAT LOCATION, NICE COZY HOUSE
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Allison B.

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

Cute little house

I rented this place because it was really cute and it had 2 recliners for my husband and I to sleep. We were in town for a family reunion. Our place was a good central location for people to gather. Some items are needed in the kitchen to help travelers out. Like sugar, dry powdered creamer and dish rags for wiping down counters.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Matt S.

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

Great Spot in Custer

I loved the place. Kitchen was really nice. Bathrooms are small, but are just fine. My only complaint would be the queen beds were really shaky. Meaning if your partner even moved in the slightest, you will feel it. I ended up sleeping downstairs on the couch. Still, a great place to stay if your in Custer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana-Lynne H.

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

Great property, hosts and location

The house was wonderful, clean and all the amenities we could ask for. The location is great. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Staci W.

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

Charming property

Nice clean place to stay for a few days as your home away from home
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Whitney W.

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

Week vacation

Clean and centrally located. Close to all the major attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan D.

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

Lovely place close to downtown

Very nice place close to downtown to walk to grocery store restaurant very nice
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy M.

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

Really Great place!

Your house was a really great stay and we’re going to bookmark your place for the future. The town of Custer is also a place to stay in the future for everything is in walking distance!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

A few days stop over on our way to Montana

This place was close to Mt Rushmore and Crazy Horse. We were one block from the quaint town of Custer . Awesome few days!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We wanted a base camp for a family of five to be able to explore all over the Black Hills area, including as far west as Devil's tower, as far east as the Badlands, and even down to Hot Springs. Custer was a beautiful little town with some nice shopping, great Custer State Park with a lot of variety, outstanding location near so many attractions, we loved it! We would absolutely return to this VRBO and recommended to friends and family. The owners were very responsive to the question we had upon arrival, and they were willing to come help if needed. There is another unit on the back end of the building, but we didn't hear them, and we shared parking space out front, which was no big deal.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberley G.

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

Best place to stay in Custer!

This is the perfect location to easily get to all the fun attractions around Custer as well as being able to enjoy what the town of Custer has to offer. The house is close enough to the main street downtown that you can walk to restaurants and bars, but far enough away to be super quiet at night. The house itself is very well maintained and they have literally everything you need to enjoy your stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

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

Location location location!

Home was perfectly situated to visit Custer state Park, Crazy Horse Monument, and both Jewel & Wind Cave. The kitchen was well stocked and the place was roomy and quiet. It could use a coffee table and some bedside lamps, but otherwise it was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun on the trail

Beautiful property! Close to downtown. Loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

Fantastic

Great location, very clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

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

Comfort and Convenience

Well appointed and located within walking distance of Custer restaurants and entertainment. The neighborhood was quiet and the home has been nicely remodeled.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather Y.

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

Stay in Custer

This rental was very clean and close to lots of local attractions. Shopping and restaurants within walking distance and centrally located for Mt.Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Black Hills, Badlands, and Custer State Park. Plenty to see and do here!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Bonnie E.

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

Nice property!

Nice place close to lots of things! Suggestions would be to have a sheet with what to do with TV’s.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Perfect location

It was the perfect home base for the week. We could literally walk to everything we need including the grocery store. Also easy access to the main routes through town.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy R., Iowa

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

Custer Retreat

This home is as advertised. Very clean and comfortable. Location is perfect with easy walking to downtown. Great spot for exploring all the Black Hills has to offer. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

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

Custer

Everything was as advertised. Very comfortable and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley M.

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

Convenient location, helpful owners

We had a nice stay and it was quiet and convenient to downtown Custer. We had a couple of questions while on-site and the hosts were very responsive. They addressed any concerns we had quickly and in a professional manner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

Wonderful Location!

Great central location. Stayed for 3rd Annual Mickelson Trail Trek. Very clean. Hosts were very accommodating. One suggestion: might consider putting some WD40 on bedroom door hinges for early risers. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M., Denver, Co.

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

Super comfortable!

Great place to stay to see all areas of the Black Hills! Super clean! Very comfortable and very spacious. Central location and easy drive to everything. We spent the weekend and where able to visit Crazy horse, jewel cave, Mount Rushmore and Rapid city with a stop in Hill top too. We also enjoyed the local restaurants in Custer! Quiet, thoughtful and comfortable home for the weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Darin and Caitlin Smith

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Darin is a Custer local and Caitlin recently moved to the area to enjoy the mild weather and endless local amenities.

Why they chose this property

This is a quiet neighborhood close to downtown Custer and walking distance to local trailheads. It has great access and parking.

What makes this property unique

30 minutes or less to Custer State Park, Mount Rushmore, Bear Country, Reptile Gardens, Crazy Horse Memorial. the Mickelson Trail, the 1880 Train and many other attractions! Best restaurants in the country within walking distance!

Languages:

English

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